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The Performance Short Ram Intake System from K&N Air Filters is designed to increase horsepower and torque for 2014 Kia Forte and Kia Forte Koup models with the 2.0L engine

It’s fairly obvious that when Kia Motors America engineers designed the Kia Forte, they had their sights set on the traditional Honda Civic owner. This is especially obvious when you consider that the Kia Forte Koup is the only 2-door car in direct competition with the Honda Civic outside of the rebadged Hyundai Elantra. The naturally aspirated gasoline direct injection (GDI) 2.0-liter engine found in the 2014 Kia Forte and Kia Forte Koup is rated at 173 horsepower and 154 lb-ft of torque from the factory, but reducing air intake restriction can help this advanced engine perform even better. Owners seeking some extra boost in the power department can now install the 69-5314TS K&N performance short ram intake system. By replacing the maze of convoluted air intake tubes, stock air filter box, and disposable car air filters, K&N intake systems are able to reduce restriction and increase power.

K&N powder coated its short ram intake system for 2014 Kia Forte and Kia Forte Koup 2.0L models in a silver color to protect the tube and look good under the hood

The 2014 Kia Forte 2.0L short ram intake from K&N is precision-engineered to be a simple-to-install performance add-on. The backbone of this intake system is a free-flowing mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube which helps to minimize restriction, and prevent turbulence, allowing your engine to breathe easier. A durable silver color powder coated finish is applied to the tube, providing an attractive appearance under the hood that will look great for years to come..

A stock 2014 Kia Forte Koup 2.0L gained an estimated 8.2 more horsepower and 7.03 lb-ft of torque when dyno tested with K&N Air Filters short ram intake system number 69-5314TS

K&N equips the 69-5314TS short ram intake with the oversized RU-4600 reusable air filter, providing a large surface to help increase airflow while providing outstanding engine protection. The washable air filter is made with K&N’s famous high-flow filter media so it’s washable and reusable and can even go up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions. To top it all off, a heat shield designed specifically for the 2014 Kia Forte 2.0L is included with the short ram intake, helping to deflect engine heat away from incoming air.

All of the design features of this short ram intake system work in harmony to deliver increased performance. On the dyno, 69-5314TS produced an estimated additional 8.2 horsepower at 5467 rpm and an impressive 7.03 pound-feet of torque at 4007 rpm over the factory air filter box and convoluted air intake tubes when installed on a 2014 Kia Forte Koup 2.0L.

This short ram intake system is guaranteed to provide a boost in power for 2014 Kia Forte and Kia Forte Koup models with the naturally aspirated GDI 2.0L engine. With simple to follow instructions and no need to make any other modifications to the vehicle, you’ll be on the road in approximately 90 minutes with more horsepower under your right foot.

If all that weren’t enough, K&N backs its short ram intake and cold air intake systems with the industry-leading K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty®. If you’re looking to take your 2014 Kia Forte and Kia Forte Koup models with the naturally aspirated GDI 2.0L engine almost to the performance level of the 1.6L turbo engine, look no further than the 69-5314TS Typhoon short ram intake system.

K&N short ram intake system 69-5314TS is designed to provide a lifetime of increased power on the following Kia Forte models:

2014 KIA FORTE KOUP 2.0L L4 F/I – All
2014 KIA FORTE 2.0L L4 F/I - All

For all K&N Kia Forte Air Intakes visit the Kia Forte Air Intakes Page on KNfilters.com

The 2014 Formula Drift championship was decided following Formula Drift Round 7 “Final Fight” at Irwindale Speedway in California with Vaughn Gittin Jr locking in third place overall

Gittin began competing in a Ford Mustang in 2005 which brought the Maryland native much notoriety and sponsors such as Ford Racing, Monster Energy drinks, Nitto Tires, and K&N

Vaughn Gittin Jr. began his professional drifting career ten years ago. The self-taught American drifter came from humble beginnings driving his personal Nissan S13 in Formula Drift. The switch to a Ford Mustang in 2005 has brought the Maryland native much notoriety and sponsors such as Ford Racing, Monster Energy drinks, Nitto Tires and K&N air filters.

The 2010 Formula Drift champion was able to lock in a solid third place finish in the 2014 championship series following Formula Drift Round 7 “Final Fight” at Irwindale Speedway in California. Irwindale Speedway is often called the “House of Drift” as this venue is considered the birthplace of American drifting. The 2014 FD Championship was decided during round 7 at Irwindale as Chris Forsberg and Fredric Aasbo were locked in a tight battle for the lead. Forsberg came out on top, with Aasbo finishing the season in second overall.

Vaughn Gittin Jr, in the Monster Energy driving suit, sits next to fellow American drifter, 2009 Formula Drift Champion, and newly crowned 2014 Formula Drift champion, Chris Forsberg

Vaughn Gittin Jr has ten years of profession drifting competition under his belt and experiences super-star treatment among domestic Formula Drift fans as well as international drift fans

Of the 2014 FD season, Gittin said “Another Formula Drift season in the books and what a wild one it has been. We finished 3rd overall in the Championship with two event wins this year. While my team and I are never satisfied and always want more, I am pumped on our hard fought final result and look forward to pushing harder than ever next season.” Gittin went on to congratulate fellow American Chris Forsberg on his second Formula Drift Championship.

The Peak Stock Car Dream Challenge is truly making dreams come true as Christian PaHud is the third Peak contest driver to win in the number 99 Bill McAnally Racing (BMR) Toyota Camry

Christian PaHud recovered the lead from Brandon McReynolds on a lap 126 restart and he never looked back taking the Toyota/Napa Auto Parts 150 win at All American Speedway in Roseville

By way of the Peak Stock Car Dream Challenge contest, Christian PaHud was awarded an opportunity to drive a NASCAR K&N Pro Series West Toyota stock car during the Toyota/Napa Auto Parts 150 at All American Speedway in Roseville, California. PaHud drove the number 99 Bill McAnally Racing (BMR) Peak Toyota to the fastest qualifying time, winning the Coors Brewing Co. Pole Award and then drove the BMR Toyota straight onto victory lane. The Peak Stock Car Dream Challenge included coaching from two-time Daytona 500 race winner and younger brother to Darrell Waltrip, Michael Waltrip.

The Peak Stock Car Dream Challenge is truly making dreams come true. PaHud is the third Peak contest driver to win in the number 99 Bill McAnally Racing Toyota. The 2013 Peak contest winner, Patrick Staropoli, took the checkered flag at Irwindale Speedway in California and Chris Eggleston earned the win at Colorado National Speedway this past July. After his win, Christian PaHud said “I don’t know what to think right now. This is just a dream come true.”

Before the Toyota/Napa Auto Parts 150 race Christian PaHud was seen shaking hands with James Bickford who drove the number 6 Sunrise Ford Fusion to finish in the runner-up position

The Peak Stock Car Dream Challenge included coaching from two-time Daytona 500 race winner and younger brother to Darrell Waltrip, Michael Waltrip who finished the race in 10th place

PaHud led the most laps during the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West Toyota/Napa Auto Parts 150 at All American Speedway in Roseville, California, but had his work cut out for him. There were six lead changes involving four drivers, however once PaHud took the lead from Brandon McReynolds on a lap 126 restart he never looked back. James Bickford in the number 6 Sunrise Ford Fusion was able to make it past McReynolds eventually finishing in the runner-up position. McReynolds held onto the third position, with Greg Pursley and David Mayhew on his tail.

One more race, the Casino Arizona 100 in Phoenix, Arizona, remains in the 2014 NASCAR K&N Pro Series West season. Greg Pursley remains in the lead for the championship, by 21 points, and was able to increase his lead over Dylan Lupton due to Lupton’s unfortunate mid-race spin. Brandon McReynolds is just seven points behind Lupton in third. The final race at Phoenix International Raceway could decide the 2014 NASCAR K&N Pro Series West championship.

Christian PaHud started his day off right by driving the number 99 Bill McAnally Racing (BMR) Peak Toyota to the fastest qualifying time, winning the Coors Light Pole Award

K&N representatives attended the Toyota/Napa Auto Parts 150 race at All American Speedway in Roseville, California and were able to congratulate Christian PaHud on his victory

K&N performance replacement fuel filter housings are made from high-strength carbon steel and powder coated for corrosion resistance

A fuel filter serves to screen out dirt and debris particles moving from a vehicle’s fuel tank, through the pump, and into the fuel injection system or carburetor. A fuel filter is usually found in the fuel line after the fuel tank, but before the fuel pump. If the fuel were left unfiltered these fine particles, of rust, dirt, scale, and other foreign materials would cause rapid wear to the fuel pump and fuel injectors because of their rough grainy qualities. This could lead to eventual fuel pump or injector failure and a vehicle that will not run.

The high-performance cellulose glass media used in the K&N performance replacement fuel filter line removes contaminants such as rust, dirt, scale and other foreign materials, providing excellent fuel system protection

Replacing a vehicle’s fuel filter is part of routine vehicle maintenance. If a fuel filter is not replaced at the manufacturer’s recommended service interval it could become clogged and cause enough restriction in the fuel flow to reduce engine performance or struggle to maintain normal operation. Additionally, use and regular maintenance of a fuel filter can maintain factory performance and fuel economy. The less restriction found in the fuel system, and fewer contaminants, the more efficiently an engine can run.

The K&N performance fuel filter line is designed as a direct factory or aftermarket fuel filter cross reference and meets or exceeds factory design and performance

K&N performance fuel filters are a direct factory replacement filter and offer your engine the protection and quality expected from the makers of the World’s Best Air Filter™. The high-performance cellulose glass media removes contaminants such as rust, dirt, scale and other foreign materials, providing excellent fuel system protection. K&N performance fuel filters are specifically designed to keep your engine running clean and smooth even in harsh conditions.

K&N performance fuel filters will replace a vehicle’s factory fuel filter and are designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications. The fuel filter housing is made from high-strength carbon steel and powder coated for corrosion resistance. The high efficient, high capacity design is rated at 80 gallons per hour flow rates. The SAE J2044 compliant fuel connectors, and rolled seams exceed OEM pressure requirements. These quality factory replacement K&N performance fuel filters are backed by a one-year replacement warranty for gasoline applications and a 90-day replacement warranty for diesel fuel filters. K&N fuel filters deliver performance and confidence!

Not all cars and trucks are equipped with a replaceable fuel filter. Check your vehicle owner’s manual to see if your vehicle is equipped with a serviceable fuel filter and for the proper replacement intervals. To find a K&N Performance replacement fuel filter for your vehicle, use the search by vehicle tool at knfilters.com

The K&N replacement washable air filter for 2014-2016 Harley-Davidson® Touring Models is designed to fit in the stock air filter box and increase performance without a dyno tune

Harley-Davidson® made improvements to the entire 2014 model year Touring family of motorcycles. Perhaps the most talked about change was the addition of liquid cooling to the Twin-Cooled™ High-Output Twin Cam 103™ engine found in Harley-Davidson® Ultra Limited models. The rest of the Harley-Davidson® touring bike family also saw power improvements for their Twin Cam 103™ engines, including a new air filter box which, as Harley-Davidson® claims, increases intake airflow.

Owners of 2014 and 2015 Harley-Davidson Touring Models, including Twin-Cooled Ultra Limited models can upgrade to a made in the USA reusable air filter from K&N

While the air filter box used on 2014, 2015 and 2016 Harley-Davidson® Touring models equipped with Twin Cam 103™ engines is capable of increasing intake airflow over the older design, it is still outfitted with restrictive disposable Harley filters from the factory. Owners of 2014-2016 Road King, Electra Glide Ultra Classic, Tri Glide Ultra, Electra Glide Ultra Limited, Street Glide and 2015 Road Glide or FreeWheeler models can upgrade to a made in the USA reusable air filter from K&N Performance Filters.

Since 1969 K&N performance filters has been manufacturing high-flow washable air filter technology in Riverside, California. A K&N reusable air filter is different from stock in that K&N uses cotton gauze filter media woven to exacting specifications. Cotton, by nature, is more breathable than the paper media used for most Harley filters. Reducing air restriction into your engine can increase performance, acceleration, and throttle response. This boost in horsepower and acceleration can be useful while passing, two-up riding, or towing that pull behind motorcycle trailer. Some might be worried that an increase in airflow comes at the expense of filtration efficiency and engine protection. To put minds at ease K&N performs filtration efficiency testing following the ISO 5011 protocol to guarantee that our air filters will provide high airflow without sacrificing engine protection.

To ensure that this air filter will last for the life of your motorcycle, K&N uses zinc-coated top and bottom plates for excellent corrosion resistance and fit as if from the factory

Perhaps more exciting than the increased performance that comes with a K&N high-flow replacement air filter is that they are also a washable and reusable air filter. The advantage of a washable air filter is that it will pay for itself over time. To ensure that this air filter will last for the life of your motorcycle, K&N uses zinc-coated top and bottom plates for excellent corrosion resistance. A K&N replacement air filter can also reduce maintenance costs as they typically allow for long service intervals when compared to a disposable paper air filter.

A K&N replacement air filter can be washed and made like new using one of the K&N Recharger air filter service kits. Recharger kit 99-5000, includes 12 fluid ounces of air filter cleaner and a 6.5 ounce aerosol bottle of air filter oil for quick and easy application. K&N Recharger kit 99-5050, differs in that it includes an 8 ounce squeeze bottle of K&N filter oil for a more precise application.

Part number HD-1614 for 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017 Harley-Davidson® Touring models equipped with a Twin Cam 103™ engine is made in the USA and backed by the industry leading K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty®. This means that 2014-2017 Harley-Davidson® Touring bike owners can enjoy a lifetime of increased performance, reusability, and long air filter service intervals when using a K&N performance air filter.

The replacement washable air filter, number HD-1614, is designed to provide a lifetime of increased performance without any need for modifications or dyno tuning for the following motorcycles:

2017 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXSB BREAKOUT 103 CI
2017 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLSTN SOFTAIL DELUXE 103 CI
2017 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLSTFB SOFTAIL FAT BOY LO 103 CI
2017 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLSTF FAT BOY 103 CI
2017 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLSTC HERITAGE SOFTAIL CLASSIC 103 CI
2017 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLS SOFTAIL SLIM 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXSB BREAKOUT 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLTRXS ROAD GLIDE SPECIAL 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLTRX ROAD GLIDE 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLTRU ROAD GLIDE ULTRA 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLSTN SOFTAIL DELUXE 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLSTFB SOFTAIL FAT BOY LO 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLSTF FAT BOY 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLSTC HERITAGE SOFTAIL CLASSIC 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLS SOFTAIL SLIM 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLRT FREEWHEELER 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHX STREET GLIDE 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHX ELECTRA GLIDE SPECIAL 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTKL ULTRA LIMITED LOW 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTK ULTRA LIMITED 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCUTG TRI GLIDE ULTRA 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCU ELECTRA GLIDE ULTRA CLASSIC 103 CI
2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHR ROAD KING 103 CI
2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLTRXS ROAD GLIDE SPECIAL 103 CI
2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLTRX ROAD GLIDE 103 CI
2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLRT FREEWHEELER 103 CI
2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHXS STREET GLIDE SPECIAL 103 CI
2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHX STREET GLIDE 103 CI
2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTKL ULTRA LIMITED LOW 103 CI
2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTK ULTRA LIMITED 103 CI
2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCUTG TRI GLIDE ULTRA 103 CI
2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCUL ELECTRA GLIDE ULTRA CLASSIC LOW 103 CI
2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCU ELECTRA GLIDE ULTRA CLASSIC 103 CI
2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHR ROAD KING 103 CI
2014 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHXS STREET GLIDE SPECIAL 103 CI
2014 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHX STREET GLIDE 103 CI
2014 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTK ELECTRA GLIDE ULTRA LIMITED 103 CI
2014 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCUTG TRI GLIDE ULTRA 103 CI
2014 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCU ELECTRA GLIDE ULTRA CLASSIC 103 CI
2014 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHR ROAD KING 103 CI

K&N Part number HD-1614 is designed as a direct air filter cross reference for Harley-Davidson® part number 29400045.

For all K&N Harley-Davidson air filters visit the Air Filters for Harley-Davidsons page on KNFilters.com.