Nice to know that air filters on W are reusable, I genuinely thought it is one time use and was looking for replacement for a while for my 21 w800. It appears that there are not much aftermarket alternatives other than Kawasaki OE filters available on market. I notice Hiflofiltro launched theirs on their 2024 catalogue but cannot find it anywhere so far, guess it is still too new to be available. Now it makes more sense that those are serviceable, I was literally thought it was because of that W is not a very popular model, and its oddly configured air filter/filter box design makes it not as profitable to aftermarket brands to make one. Thanks man, I live in lower mainland too, we should meet or ride togther sometimes.
@@ianzhang8337 I’m glad to help. Yes, these reusable filters are good until they sustain damage from incorrect chemicals people are using on them. On the W650 with proper treatment they should last around 50,000km. On the W800 which doesn’t have backfires they should last longer. Let me know when you are ready to ride together. I’m in Surrey.
I have used motorcycle air filter spray oil and it destroyed the foam seal strip glue. Had to buy new set of w650 air filter which came pre-oiled and ready to use. Have since used $10 lawn mower oil successfully. Do note that additives in some synthetic oils can have an adverse effect when trying to clean the filters so are not recommended for treating these air filters.
Wow, thanks for sharing your experience. This is really helpful. Do you think 🤔 the particular type of air filter oil spray that you used was incompatible with our air filters? When I sprayed mine I only sprayed the foam on the inside of the filter bringing the nozzle very close. This is why mine (which was brand new at the time) stayed ok. I got lucky I guess. Good to know! I completely agree with your suggestion to use regular motor oil.
WIRE SIDE UP !!! The dealership put the filter in UPSIDE DOWN !!! Do your own maintenance/serviceing ! Why wouldn’t you use air filter oil on the filter instead motor oil ?
@@antbonyziemiak208 you mean your dealership put your filter upside down on your bike? I don’t think that is a huge problem btw. As long as there’s a filter element it should work, but due to the fact that there are potential backfires from the carbs’ venturi (holes) you should keep it metal side up to lessen the probability of fire. Those filters are drenched in fuel and oil…. I sometimes use air filter oil on them when I don’t have the time for full oil spa treatments :). Just spray a thin coat and only on the inside of the filter. Avoid spraying the on the soft perimeter material. Light light light coat! Squeeze out any excess oil using cotton rags. I use paper towels, but they take out a lot of oil, so cotton rags are better I think. Follow the instructions in your user manual.
