Oil Filters????

[Suncoast]

So as not to jump on the oil thread....what does everyone think of the K&N filters? I don't have a dealer close by but the local bike mech is suggesting the K&N oil filters they are @ $17.00 here verses $5-6.00 for a fram I've heard the frams are *****...

[Stlakid]

OOPS! Double Post :-D

[ This message was edited by: Stlakid on 2006-06-29 12:14 ]

[Stlakid]

I use Purlators PL-14610 Pur-One model. Better filtering, slightly longer,(easier removal and installation) and they only cost around $5.00 US. They also have a PL-14612 Pur-One which is the same length as the stock filter if you're one of those who feel the filter will get damaged by being a bit (3/4") longer. I won't drabble on and give you all the reasons, I'll just give you the site address that has 'Plenty' of information and a list of all the other filters you can use instead of the stock unit.

PS I also use Shell Rotella T full synthetic oil which costs $14.38 at Walmart! Been using both now for over 22,000mi without incident. I used to change the oil every 3,000mi, now I wait until 4,000mi between changes.


Filter cross reference
All about filters
Recommended filters
All about oil
Oil info from someone in the business
Recommended Oils

There's a lot of info there and should answer everybody's questions on either subject.

[ This message was edited by: Stlakid on 2006-06-29 12:13 ]

[deller4210]

Try some of these,




These Oil Filters
have 20 x 1.5mm threads,
14 psi by-pass valve,
anti-drain back valve,
2.3" O.D. gasket
2.5" to 3.5" long.
If you have the room, I recommend the longer filters.
Motorcycle Filters.
None are recommended.
• AC Delco PF2135
• AMSOil SMF103
• Carquest 85358
• FRAM PH6017A
• Honda 15410-MCJ-000
• K&N KN-204, about $13. Metric nut on end for easy removal.
• NAPA Gold 1358
• Purolator ML16817. Imported, not made by Purolator.
• STP SMO 17
• WIX 51358
• Warner PH2867
• Wix 51356 Recommended filters.
All have superior
filtering.

About 2.5 inches long.
• Purolator Pure One PL14612, about $6.
• Mobil M1-108, about $12.
Made by Champion.
• Bosch 3300, about $6.
Made by Champion.

About 3.25 inches long.
• Purolator Pure One PL14610, about $6.
• Mobil 1 M1-110, about $10.
Made by Champion.
• Bosch 3323, about $6.
Made By Champion.
• WalMart SuperTech ST7317,
about $2. Made by Champion. Automobile Filters,
about 2.5 inches long.
• AC Delco PF1237
• Baldwin B1400
• Firestone TF2876
• Hastings LF113
• NAPA Gold 1365
• Purolator L14612
• STP S-02876
• WalMart SuperTech ST6607
• WIX 51365
Automobile Filters,
about 3.25 inches long.
• AC Delco PF-2057
• Auto Pro 2356
• Autopride CF240AP
• Baldwin B1402
• Carquest 85356
• Carquest Red B4620
• Casite CF240
• Castrol 7317
• Champion Labs Ph2867
• Defense Filters Dl7317
• Deutsch D-370
• Federated Filters LF240F Automobile Filters,
about 3.25 inches long.
• Fram Double Guard DG7317
• Fram PH7317
• Fram Tough Guard TG7317
• Fram Xtra Guard XG7317
• Group 7 V4610
• Group 7 V4620
• Hastings LF240
• Mighty M4612
• Motorcraft Long Life FL-821
• Napa FIL1356
• Napa Gold 1356
• Parts Plus PH2867
• Pennzoil PZ-109
• Penske 7317
• Powerflo SL14610
• Powerflo SL14620
• Pro Gauge PGO-4620
• Pro Tec 164
• Promotive PH4610
• Pronto PO3593A
• Purolator L14610
• Service Champ OF-4622
• Shell SH48
• Shell SH529
• Stp S-02867.
Valvoline VO50

[g027605]

well as long as we're listing filters i'll throw one more in the mix.

perf-form J-503 (J-503C if you like it chrome plated :razz: )

http://www.perf-form.com/

My buddy uses their oil filters in his BMW - unfortunately you have to order in bulk to minimize the shipping charge and I have little garage storage at present so I have yet to order a bunch.

just another option . . .

[copterdoctor]

I use the Mobil 1 oil filters in all of my vehicles, including my Sprint. I'm always impressed by the cleanliness of the oil when doing changes. I also cut and inspect the filter element when its replaced and the results are great every time. Just my 2 cents about a 12 dollar filter.

[rodneybrown]

I used the K&N and the first one felt tight but did not seal. The threads were cut rough and probably not the correct pitch . The second one had the same problem, bad threads. I have been using the longer purolater now for several oil changes with absolutely no problems. Easy on, easy off. You can find them at most auto stores and the price is OK too.

[ruscook]

Does anyone know what the 05/06 Sprint Oil filter part no. is? It isn't in the handbook.

Also what any OEM equivilents for th 05/06 are as I don't know if the 02-04 Oil filters fit the 05/06.

Thanks
Russ

[DaveM]

After reading this thread I now have a headache! :razz:

I'm just a simple fellow so I just use Mr Bloor's filter. Yes it probably costs more but it's real easy to choose :wink: .

yes stlakid I do change my own oils and filter inbetween each shop service where........ yes I watch. :hammer:

Davem

[BazzaST]

hi, Russ if you go to MCA at Liverpool or Parramatta and get HIFLOFILTRO oil filter part # Hf191 - $17.95, also get one Suzuki oil filter removal tool which fits the Triumph filter.
There may other filter cheaper, I have been using these filters with no problems. These filters suit 00-06 sprints, speed triples etc.