Q: What air filters can I use for my CBR?
A: Choices tend to be limited. Besides the OEM air filter, the most common aftermarket choices are K&N and BMC. The part numbers are as follows:
BIKE OEM K&N BMC
87 - 90 600 F 17210-KT8-000 HA-6087 N/A
91 - 94 600 F2 17210-MV9-002 HA-6091 115/04
95 - 98 600 F3 06170-MAL-600 HA-6095 115/14
99 - 00 600 F4 17210-MBW-000 HA-6099 194/09
01 - 05 600 F4i 17210-MBW-D21 HA-6001 194/09
03 - 05 600 RR 17210-MEE-000 HA-6003 336/04
93 - 99 900 RR 17210-MW0-000 HA-9092-A 114/04
00 - 01 929 RR 17210-MCJ-003 HA-9200 239/11
02 - 03 954 RR 17210-MCJ-750 HA-9502 300/04
87 - 88 1000 F 17211-MM5-000 HA-1087 N/A
90 - 91 1000 F 17211-MS2-000 HA-1087 N/A
93 - 96 1000 F 17211-MZ2-000 HA-1087 N/A
04 - 05 1000 RR 17210-MEL-000 HA-1004 374/16
97 - 98 1100 XX 17210-MAT-000 HA-1197 160/04
99 - 03 1100 XX 17210-MAT-E01 HA-1199 N/A
Q: Are there any differences between OEM and aftermarket?
A: The OEM cleaning element is made of paper while the aftermarket filters use a cotton element. Most would agree that any performance differences are small and barely noticeable. Some would even question whether or not they provide more air flow. The OEM filter is designed to be for one-time use while aftermarket filters are washable and can be re-used.
Q: How often should air filters be replaced?
A: The OEM filters are recommended to be inspected every 12k miles and replaced if necessary. According to K&N's web site, K&N filters should be cleaned every 50k miles. BMC recommends their filters be cleaned every 25k miles. Of course, these mileages will also depend on the environment in which your operate your bike.
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