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One of the top street bike stunt riders in the XDL series is 25-year-old, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania resident Brian Bubash. XDL is the premier competition series for sportbike freestyle athletes with events that stretch across the U.S. Bubash began competing in sportbike freestyle competition in 2005 and has not stopped progressing since.
Brian Bubash performs a stoppie during XDL qualifying for round 4 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Brian Bubash said "Stoppies are my favorite stunt because they're the most exhilarating."
When asked what his thoughts were about XDL round 4 in Indianapolis, Indiana, Brian said, “If I were to sum it up in one word, that word would be AWESOME!” Bubash certainly did have an awesome event taking home wins in both the Individual Freestyle and Team Battle competitions as well as a third place finish in the K&N Circle Challenge.
Bubash rides a 2004 Kawasaki ZX6R with a nostalgic Yamaha paint job to support the Pittsburgh Steelers.
K&N air filters offer Bubash increased power and protection for his Kawasaki stunt bikes.
XDL round 4 was held on a public street, which was closed to traffic for the event, in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. Indianapolis has a strong racing tradition, and the XDL finals were held the Friday before the Indy MotoGP race. Friday saw a torrential downpour of rain during Individual Freestyle qualifying. Even despite the unfavorable weather, crowds packed the bleachers to watch the XDL competition.
“The rain didn’t affect my qualifying run, I felt more confident than usual,” said Bubash. Being from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Bubash is not a stranger to riding in wet weather, which gave him an edge over his competitors. Brian had an excellent qualifying run with good execution. His qualifying performance landed him second place during qualifying in Individual Freestyle. Brian said, “I hate qualifying in the top three because it puts a lot of pressure on you for the finals.”
The finals were later that same night, and luckily Mother Nature chose to cooperate. The rain eventually stopped and the pavement dried out. The dry pavement allowed competitors to ride harder which began to heat up the competition for the finals. Finals are run in reverse order of qualifying, which meant Bubash was second to last to compete in the finals.
When Brian finished his run his friends told him he did well. “My friends won’t lie. If I didn’t have a good run, my friends will tell me I sucked,” said Bubash. Brian also felt like he had a very solid run, and felt confident in his performance. XDL differs from most judged competitions. In XDL, competitors do not know their score until officials present the awards. “It’s an agonizing wait,” said Bubash. However, when all was said and done, Brian Bubash stood atop the podium going home with the first place trophy and prize money.
Bubash has been using K&N products since he was a kid. “I’ve always run K&N,” said Brian, “I always look for that red and black box when I need a filter.” Bubash protects his valuable engines with K&N air filter part number
KA-6003 and wrench-off oil filter part number
KN-204 for his twin 2004 Kawasaki ZX6R stunt bikes. “My stunt bikes run way more crisp with a K&N air filter,” said Brian. He also runs a K&N wrench-off oil filter, which simplifies oil changes. Bubash prefers to service his own bikes because he has more confidence in their reliability and performance when he does. “Some people will take any sponsor, I only look for sponsors that I believe in,” said Bubash.
Even though the XDL round 4 event in Indianapolis, Indiana concludes the XDL Sportbike Freestyle Championship season, Brian Bubash won’t be taking any time off. There is not an actual off-season for Bubash. Having made stunting his official job, Brian will continue to travel across the country for other events. Follow Brian Bubash throughout the year at the
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Modified 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 that includes a K&N Air
iNtake
Since he was born, Taylor Knight has been watching his father modify numerous cars and trucks. "Let me put it this way," said Knight. "My dad had a Cadillac Escalade, Porsche Turbo, BMW M3 and an E55 AMG all at once. Each one had its own unique touch." Modifying vehicles has been in the Knight family for a long time. "My dad got it from his dad," he said. "Now my brother and I are addicted as well."
Taylor Knight's 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with a 5.3 liter engine is the ultimate daily driver
Taylor Knight owns a unique 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with a 5.3 liter engine. Although his Silverado was in the Off-Road Expo at the Orange County Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa last year, Taylor's truck is more of a practical one than one for exhibition. "It is not a truck with an extreme amount of horsepower
nor does it have six 12" subwoofers just for show," said Knight. "I am going for the best looking truck that can be used as a daily driver. And I believe I have accomplished that."
K&N has been a part of the Knight family for generations. "My father, brother and most of my cousins have been using K&N since I can remember," Knight said. His first truck was a lifted GMC Denali C3 Sierra, "I have used K&N since I got my license at 16 years old."
Taylor Knight uses K&N air intake 57-3058 on his 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with a 5.3 liter engine. "My K&N intake performs wonderfully," he said. "I installed it myself, with no previous experience. I can tell my truck runs better with it installed."
Currently, Knight still wants to install a sound system and an AMP Research PowerStep Running Board. For his next car, however, Knight wants something more luxurious like an Escalade or Lexus GS 350. Taylor Knight won't be giving up his passion for modified cars and trucks any time soon. "Customizing cars is in my blood," he said. "And I'll do it until I grow old and die."
Modifications for Taylor Knight's 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with a 5.3 liter engine are as follows:
- K&N High-Flow Intake (Part# 57-3058)
- 37" Toyo Open Country
- 20" KMC XD Hoss Wheels (blacked out nuts and center cap)
- 10" Sway-Away Lift with 2.5" Coil-overs
- Fox Racing Shocks 2.0 Reservoir in the rear
- 4.56 Gears
- All the Chrome Parts were painted Black
- Tinted Tail Lights and Limo Tint all the way around
- Allied Exhaust systems pipe cut to spit down below rear doors
- All work done by Custom Motorsports in Corona, CA
Find K&N products for your vehicle using the application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer
near you.
Champion drag racer Steve Dillman has been racing since he was 17 years old
Dillman Motorsports
Car
Steve Dillman, champion drag racer and founder of Dillman Motorsports, has been racing since he was 17 years old. "I started out street racing in the 60's with Bob Glidden. When Indianapolis Raceway Park (O'Reilly Raceway Park) opened up, that was my first time at a race track. Since then, I have had race cars in almost every NHRA sportsman class," says Dillman. After racing for Stout's Racing for around 10 years, Dillman founded Dillman Motorsports, Inc. in 2002 and has been racing under that title ever since. "My wife, Frosty, is my crew chief and my entire family, children, siblings, even extended family, is involved in drag racing."
Steve Dillman continues to come up with innovative ideas in
racing.
Dillman Motorsports
During his 48 years of racing, Dillman has earned many titles, including the Moroso Five Day
over-all points Champion and Five Day Event Winner, Mid-Michigan Big Money Champion, Bowling Green Ten-Tuck Winner, Track Champion at IRP, as well as several NHRA titles, including SuperComp Divisional Winner at IRP, Jegs Sports Nationals Super Street Runner-up at Columbus, and Super-Pro Finals Runner up at IRP.
Dillman says his relationship with K&N started in 2006. "After installing a K&N air filter, my car actually ran one and a half miles per hour faster. I feel that the performance of K&N air and oil filters is superior and the individuals at K&N are always professional and very supportive."
Dillman Motorsports was even instrumental in helping K&N become the official oil filter of Steve Schmidt Competition Engines. "I retired from the Indianapolis Fire Department after a 38 year career. I now work part-time in outside sales and as tech advisor for Steve Schmidt Competition Engines. Given my sponsorship by K&N and my position with Schmidt, it made sense for me to connect two companies that I believe rank at the top of the list in motorsports. Schmidt is the only builder who guarantees his
race engines for one year. It is important that his engines are outfitted with the best possible filters to accommodate his guarantee. Who better to do that than K&N?" says Dillman.
With so much already accomplished in the racing industry, Dillman shows no signs of stopping and continues to come up with innovative ideas. "I am putting together a deal with Steve Schmidt to build a new engine for the 2010 season. I hope to debut it in Atlanta in April, 2010," says Dillman. For now, he will continue racing his 1967 Chevy II in Super Street and Super Pro, doing just what he loves best. "The people I have met in drag racing, the relationships I have cultivated with my sponsors, my wonderful friends from Racers for Christ, as well as my family, sustain me."
Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.
The Chevrolet Corvette’s performance is legendary among enthusiasts and general
consumers alike. As America’s premier sports coupe, the Corvette rivals cars
that cost four times as much. This makes the Corvette an excellent buy, offering
a lot of bang for the buck. A K&N air intake system is also legendary for
offering an outstanding level of performance for the money. Offering a
guaranteed horsepower gain, K&N’s air intake systems will make it seem like you have a different car.
Air intake for Corvette 6.2 liter V8
Performance Air Intake System for Chevrolet Corvette 6.2L V8
K&N’s 63-3073 for the 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 Corvette with a 6.2 liter V8 engine provides an incredible 17 horsepower increase at the rear wheels. K&N’s Research and Development Department tested a 2008 Chevrolet Corvette with a 6.2 liter V8 engine on our in-house dynamometer. Results showed an increase across the RPM range with a dramatic peak horsepower gain of 17.72 horsepower @ 4,750 RPM! K&N’s 63-3073 provides increased performance while maintaining that “O/E” look with a rotationally molded high-density polyethylene tube.
Air intake installed in a 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
Dyno chart for 2008-2012 Chevrolet Corvette
K&N cold air intakes completely replace the restrictive factory air intake assembly with an aerodynamically engineered tube and an oversized air filter. K&N’s rotationally molded high-density polyethylene tubes offer the most flexibility in design and outstanding horsepower numbers. With a K&N
performance air intake system, consumers can count on increased acceleration and horsepower whether winding along a lonely country road or
passing cars on a highway.
This air intake system uses a uniquely shaped carbon fiber high-flow air filter (RP-5161).
This filter captures harmful particles, increases airflow, and also increases service life. This K&N air filter performs for up to 100,000 miles before service is required depending on driving conditions.
The 63-3073 takes about 90 minutes or less to install, using simple hand tools, requires no cutting or drilling, and is covered by the K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty®.
For increased protection and style, K&N offers a Drycharger® filter wrap number RP-5135DK that can be used in conjunction with
the 63-3073 air intake. Drychargers® are made from a durable polyester material containing uniform micron openings which will stop small dirt particles and repel water; yet add little restriction to the airflow of the filter.
The K&N 63-3073 air intake system fits the following vehicles:
2013 Chevrolet Corvette 6.2L V8
2012 Chevrolet Corvette 6.2L V8
2011 Chevrolet Corvette 6.2L V8
2010 Chevrolet Corvette 6.2L V8
2009 Chevrolet Corvette 6.2L V8
2008 Chevrolet Corvette 6.2L V8
This K&N equipped 2006 Scion tC with a 2.4 liter engine has been to over 30 car shows winning many awards
Jeff Maldonado's 2006 Scion tC with the 2.4 liter enigne is equipped with a K&N high-flow air intake system and K&N Wrench-Off Oil Filter
Jeff Maldonado, president of the Revoluscion Car Club, has a passion for modified cars and a talent for converting an ordinary vehicle into a show piece. Modified cars have always been an interest for Maldonado. "I have taken my 2006 Scion tC with a 2.4 liter engine to over 30 car shows," said Maldonado. "And now I am looking for original ideas to keep my car fresh and different."
Jeff Maldonado plans to bring his 2006 Scion tC to the 2009 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas, Nevada
Car shows have become a part of life for Maldonado. "When I got my tC I wasn't sure what I would do," he said. "I attended my first car show in 2007 and after that I slowly started adding mods
to my car." From that point on, Maldonado has attended an abundance of car shows
including Scion VIP Pomona, Scion VIP Long Beach, Forbidden Scion Car Show, Scion Nationals, Scion Superhighway, Hot Import Nights, Night Shift, T.O.R.C., Motor for Toys, Scion Evolution Glow and Show In The Desert, Summer Slam, Extreme AutoFest (EAF), SPOCOM
to name a few.
Maldonado uses K&N products. "I have always liked K&N filters," he said, "I've built a show car but I've also run it on the track and wow, you can feel the difference in performance." Maldonado uses K&N high-flow air intake system, part
number 69-8607TB,
and K&N Wrench-Off Oil Filter, part number HP-1003
on his Scion tC.
Some of the awards won by Maldonado are the Formula Drift Long Beach "Best Ice", Scion Nationals 2008 "1st Place Street tC", Powerhouse 2008 "Top 25", Scion 5th Anniversary "Display Car", Alpha Squad Pasadena Nights "1st Place Mild tC", Scionfest III "1st Place Mild tC" & "3rd Place Best Paint" and Image Nights "1st Place Wild tC."
In November, Maldonado plans to attend the 2009 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas, Nevada. He will be showing off his K&N equipped and highly modified 2006 Scion tC in the Smart Wax Booth.
Modifications to this 2006 Scion tC are not over yet. "I have been making major changes to my car once per year," said Maldonado. "After my appearance in SEMA I plan to convert the car into a wide body convertible."
Specs for the 2006 Scion tC with the 2.4 liter engine are as follows:
Exterior Mods:
- Two Tone Paint Conversion "Lamborghini Dark Blue & Custom Blue Candy"
- AIT Racing Fab Style Bodykit
- HID 8K Headlights
- Smoked Taillights
- Aftermarket Short Antenna
- 18" Bacarrat Black Chrome Wheels
- Hancook Tires
- R1Concepts Custom Brake Rotors and Pads
Interior Mods:
- Interior Neon Kits
- Cup Holder Custom Neon Set-up
- LED Interior Lights
- JT Autostyle Lambo Doors
- Custom Painted Interior Trim
- Blue Suede Interior
Audio & Visual Mods:
- Pioneer Head Unit
- Boss DVD Player
- TV Tuner and PS2 Game Console
- TVs in the Headrest
- Wireless Headphones
- 2 12" Kicker CRV Subs
- 1200 Watt Performance Techniques Amplifier
- 600 Watt DHD Amplifier
- 6 1/2" 2-Way Kicker Door Panel Speakers
- 1200 Watt Power Inverter
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