Fuel Filter Alternatives - Any Difference?

Ebster1085 · May 15, 2013

I am going to replace my OEM fuel filter and upon some searching, and with the help of some knowledgable forum members, I found two suitable alternatives to the Triumph unit which costs around $50:

MAHLE KL 145: ~$20

NAPA Gold 3032: ~$5
http://www.ebay.com/itm/3032-NAPA-G.../3032-NAPA-GOLD-FUEL-FILTER-/271111389498?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories

My question is, while they are both cheaper than the Triumph unit, are both of these comparable? I am hessitant to purchase a $5 filter, and based on the picture, it looks like the MAHLE unit has a larger diameter throughout the entire length of the filter.

Does anyone have experience with either or both of these?

Felony · May 15, 2013

The Mahle is perfectly fine. Also used for BMW and Ducati models to name a few. Don't know anything about the Napa.

Bones1970 · May 15, 2013

It's the same filter without the $100 triumph logo on it, all good

Ferris · May 16, 2013

So if you purchase the Napa and it doesn't solve your current start/run issue, will you then purchase the KL-145?

Ebster1085 · May 16, 2013

No. A new fuel filter is a new fuel filter as far as startup goes.

I am more worried about longevity and hard riding when it comes to the difference between these two models. The KL 145 just looks a little larger overall and also better construction.

Honestly, I am sure both will work just fine, but since we are only talking a $15 price difference, I will probably go for the KL 145 just because I am more comfortable with it.

mnhoulden · May 16, 2013

In a pinch I got one from carQuest and it worked fine! (K&N blew oil out the bottom?!)

Bones1970 · May 16, 2013

The KL145 is identical to the stock one. At least it was on my bike which is an 06. I was quoted $108 for a triumph part and paid $28 for the kl145...easy decision

Fuel Filter Alternatives - Any Difference?

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