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K&N Releases a 3.5 Inch Diameter Flange Universal Air Filter

Oct 17, 2007

K&N Universal Air Filter RC-5169

K&N Engineering manufactures universal air filters for a wide variety of applications. Regardless of the angle or offset diameter of the air intake, there is a K&N Universal air filter for your equipment.

The new RC-5169 is constructed with ultra-strong molded pliable rubber flanges which absorb vibration and allow for secure attachment.

Universal Air Filters can stretch up to 1/16" (1.5mm) to fit sizes in-between. The black powder coated filter top has a threaded stud for additional security when mounting the air filter.

The flange length is 1.5 inches (38 mm) which allows plenty of room to clamp around a variety of engine intakes. The RC-5169 Universal Air Filter is washable, reusable and ideal for extended use in dirty and dusty conditions. It is designed to increase horsepower and acceleration while providing excellent filtration to protect your engine.

There is a great deal of engineering behind every K&N Filter. More than 35 years of research and development has made K&N the leader in air filtration technology.

This is the air filter used by Baja 1000, Trophy Truck Racer Damen Jefferies.

To find universal filters for your need go to our K&N Universal Air Filter Search Page. To find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N Application Search. To find a K&N dealer near you use our K&N Dealer Search.

K&N Filters No. 0 Sprint Car is Strong in World of Outlaws Series Race

Oct 15, 2007

California’s Tulare Thunderbowl Raceway is an extremely fast racetrack and on the night of the Dave Helm Memorial Jonathan Allard took a late race spin.

K&N Filters No.0 Sprint Car

The Chico, California resident was able to charge forward to earn a 14th place finish in the Williams Motorsports K&N Filters No. 0. The night began with 42 competitors and Allard came out 22nd in the qualifying order. His lap of 14.143 put the K&N Filters machine only two one-thousandths of a second behind the 16th fastest car.

Jonathan Allard

This was good news for Allard because the World of Outlaws only takes the top 16 qualifying drivers for the heat race. The 2006 King of California was able to bring home third place and transfer to the feature.

The track was tough because of the rain and traffic in the back was thick. Allard picked his spots and was on the move early in the K&N Filters Williams Motorsports No. 0. He was able to close in for a top ten spot. As Allard battled with the Tony Stewart Motorsports machine, he spun to a stop in turn two on the 25th lap. Allard was pushed back to the rear for the final 10 lap shootout.

Allard took the high side and charged around several competitors over the last few laps to bring home a hard fought 14th place finish. “We had a great car and are happy to race neck and neck with this kind of competition,” said Allard. “I want to thank our sponsors like K&N for supporting us as we move on in the series.”

Allard is scheduled to run the K&N Filters No. 0 at Manzanita Speedway in Arizona on Friday and Perris Auto Speedway in California on Saturday.

Follow Jonathan Allard's progress throughout the racing season at the K&N news site. 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.

Metzeler Racetec National Superstock Cup Finale in UK Solid Run for K&N Sponsored Team

Oct 15, 2007

The 2007 road race season has ended for Harrison Brothers Racing at Brands Hatch in the UK. Jonathon and Richie Harrison were ready to roll at the Metzeler Racetec National Superstock Cup near Swanley in Kent.

Jonathon Harrison at Brands Hatch

Jonathon Harrison in the Superstock Championship Final

In the first qualifying session Jonathon Harrison powered his 2006 HBR R1 equipped with K&N Engineering products into the top 15. By lap 7 he was in the 49 second bracket and climbing the timesheets.

Harrison Brothers uses K&N Engineering Products

Harrison Brothers use K&N Engineering Products

Jonathon Harrison gains speed at Brands Hatch

Jonathon Harrision gains speed at Brands Hatch

“With 15 minutes left in the session, we brought my younger sibling back to the pits,” said Richie Harrison. “Even though he was passing rider after rider the bike was beginning to slide. We fixed the bike and sent him back to the track. He was able to hold 14th place on the grid.”

In the second qualifying session Harrison Brothers Racing knew that everything was working as expected. Jonathon Harrison held 12th place and moved on to the main event.

“He took his place on the 3rd row in the 11th spot,” said Richie Harrision. “He had a great start but made a small error after five laps and went to 12th place. Going into the last lap my brother rounded the last turn and headed for the line. Jonathon had a 12th place finish and a total of four points.”

K&N Engineering has supplied Harrison Brothers with parts since 2005. “We know with K&N our bikes are working at their best,” said Richie Harrison. “We never have a problem with any K&N products or services and we are looking forward to working with K&N again in the 2008 season.”

The Harrison Brothers plan to compete in the British Superbike Championship for the 2008 season.

Follow Harrison Brothers Racing throughout the 2008 racing season at the K&N news site. 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.

Long Course Run for GSXR 1000 at Bonneville Salt Flats

Oct 14, 2007

Some photos tell their own story, and with one look that photo itself can define speed. Paul Livingston of Falkner Livingston Racing was going just under 195 mph on the long course at Bonneville Salt Flats when a lens captured the motorcyclists doing what he loves at the World Speed Finals.

Paul Livingston on 2007 GSXR 1000, photo courtesy of Artemis Images/Roy Stillwell

“Between 120 and 130 mph you can hear the engine,” said Livingston. “After 130 mph the only thing you hear is wind.” The white salt shines under the bikes at Bonneville and reflect 11,000 foot mountain peaks.

Livingston took his 2007 GSXR 1000 to the short course first. “I had to get a sticker that qualified me for the long course,” he said. “On the first run I went 180 mph. That did it.” The Bonneville Salt Flats are the perfect stage for high speed racers who have one goal, to set the fastest land speed record in their class.

“I qualified for the record twice,” said Livingston. “On the third run a strong head wind pushed me too hard. The bike was going as fast as it was going to go, but it wasn't enough.”

The Falkner Livingston Team uses K&N Engineering Products on its team motorcycles. “In the dry and salty conditions at the Flats, K&N Filters are a huge part of making our motorcycles run well,” said Livingston. “When you’re building a motorcycle to run over 200 mph, each and every part on the bike is critical, that is why we rely on K&N Oil and Air Filters.”

Next up for Falkner Livingston is the Baja 1000.

Follow the Falkner Livingston Team throughout the racing season at the K&N news site. 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.

Volare Knocks Out Duster in Stock/Super Stock Combo at Pageland Dragway

Oct 12, 2007

Michael Beard continued on an unprecedented roll at Pageland Dragway in his J/CM 1980 Volare. The Duck Tape Team competed in two eliminators, a Stock/Super Stock Combo and the Mickey Thompson Ironman Club Shootout.

Michael Beard Wins again in South Carolina

Beard knocked off Super Stock racer Bob Earnhardt in the semifinals of the Stock/Super Stock Combo and went on to win the title over Jamie Southards. Beard took the holeshot with a .014 reaction time and a 7.203 on a 7.19 dial-in.

In the Mickey Thomson Ironman event Beard advanced to the final round, but his opponent won by getting the holeshot in his Vega. “I wish I won that one, but our string has been great,” said Beard. “I won the last two points races at Pageland, doubled up at Jackson and was in the gambler’s race at the Bracket Finals when they called it off. After two finals in one night at Pageland I hope I have enough luck left to get the final round we need at Rockingham for the World Championship.”

Beard uses K&N Engineering Products. “We found a winning, quality combination with K&N,” he said. “We used K&N throughout the years. My cars run flawlessly.”

This weekend, Beard will compete in two more Stock/Super Stock Combos, including Roxboro Motorsports Dragway in North Carolina. Beard is the defending champion at Roxboro’s Stock/Super Stock Ironman Classic and remains undefeated there.

Follow Michael Beard's progress throughout the racing season at the K&N news site. 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.

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