roostafish
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Any word on what happened to the cartridge air filter for 2012? Still something they might be working on?
2013 cartridge air filter.
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roostafish
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After looking in the '12 airbox, I'm seriously considering passing on a '12. Some may think that's silly, but when you have 15 minutes to do two tires and a filter change, stuff like that makes a difference. I will monitor what is happening, and certainly a modified seat stay, in place of the battery box that can be quickly removed would be fine, but my '08 has no issues(not to mention perfectly set up suspension, pegs, bars, RB designs head and carb, etc......), and a filter swap is easy as pie. For sure, I'll be going to the qualifiers on my current bike. Then to decide whether to buy in June or rent in Germany, or if I don't qualify, wait for the '13.
Funny, I had the new bike bug so bad three weeks ago I almost bought a KTM 250 SX. The dealer sold it though before I made up my mind, then I got to thinking how much money it takes to get a bike where mine is now... $$$$$$$$$$$
Funny, I had the new bike bug so bad three weeks ago I almost bought a KTM 250 SX. The dealer sold it though before I made up my mind, then I got to thinking how much money it takes to get a bike where mine is now... $$$$$$$$$$$
Jakobi
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Roosty, my dealer show'd me an email with some piccies when I was in there the other day. If you use clutch pivot point bolts and take the heads off them you then end up with 4 locating lugs for the battery box. Simple lift out, and drop back in. Its still a few more seconds when you're under the clock though.
twowheels
New member
I'm happy they stuck with the foam filter until they could figure out a proper clamping cage for the flat filter (I've had slide-in filters on Yamaha XTs and SRXs and they leave something to be desired).
Once you get the lunchbox out of the way the airbox itself is deceptively large. Two issues present themselves - the new tank has more overhang making it a little difficult to seat the filter, and there are myriad sharp plastic edges to nibble at your wrists and forearms. OK, a third - the screws on the battery box can be a little difficult if the clearance features in the bodywork aren't lined up correctly.
The good news is that there are no longer ribs on the seat to dig into and tear the top of the filter and the box itself seems bigger - no CDI in residence. You also get a set of Twin Air vents to put in the box side if you so desire.
Hopefully Mark gets the cross-brace/seat tab pieces in soon - I think you can remove the filter with that in place.
Once you get the lunchbox out of the way the airbox itself is deceptively large. Two issues present themselves - the new tank has more overhang making it a little difficult to seat the filter, and there are myriad sharp plastic edges to nibble at your wrists and forearms. OK, a third - the screws on the battery box can be a little difficult if the clearance features in the bodywork aren't lined up correctly.
The good news is that there are no longer ribs on the seat to dig into and tear the top of the filter and the box itself seems bigger - no CDI in residence. You also get a set of Twin Air vents to put in the box side if you so desire.
Hopefully Mark gets the cross-brace/seat tab pieces in soon - I think you can remove the filter with that in place.
thumperrider1
New member
It will be a breeze with the piece that Mark posted. This 2012 is a beautiful bike.
GMP
Active member
I'm happy they bailed on that idea for now. It doesn't take much dirt to wreck a motor. The idea seems very similar to what is done for the cabin air filter in my Toyota Tundra. Slides out fine, but drops some larger pieces of debris in the ductwork that collect on the edges of the filter frame. If they keep the dirty side down though that should not be a problem. A static, compressed seal is much easier and more reliable. If they pull off a good design it will be a feat, hats off to them. It will be an advantage to the six days guys for sure.
roostafish
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I really like this idea. Probably more simple and less expensive than the replacement plate! Thanks for the suggestion. Sometimes we overthink things.
I'd still buy this:
http://2tracing.it/ricambi-gas-gas/novita--2012/attacco-sella-ec-2012/
My 300R is waiting for TTX shock from ohlins factory.
rgranger
Gold Level Site Supporter
Jakobi, can you elaborate?
Gosh I hate changing the filter. is this mod so that you can flip the battery box out of the way to get a grip on the springy thing and seat the filter?
Thanks in advance,
Rob in Katy
Gosh I hate changing the filter. is this mod so that you can flip the battery box out of the way to get a grip on the springy thing and seat the filter?
Thanks in advance,
Rob in Katy
How does this hold the front of the seat in place? If I read this correct, the seat would just be held on by the bolt at the back.....correct?
thumperrider1
New member
I think you would want both the catches. I know I can wiggle my seat pretty good towards the middle/back.
