BMC Air Filter Cleaning - Royal Enfield Himalayan Filter

[@tigerinthetunnel]

Sir, I came back from Spiti valley trip last week, unfortunately we had to return from Kaza as Manali Chandigarh Highway was having lots of landslides and police was returning people from Chandra taal & Batal. So went to Rakccham on our way back. Awesome trip, RE Himalayan for the win.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes Spiti valley has been closed for a while and we too did not go there though we were scheduled to. And happy that you had an alternate route and had a good time. And yes, the Himmer is quite well suited for the Himalayas. Cheers!

[@DavidSenna57]

Please do more content on BMC air filter ‼️your interview with the representative was amazing, would love to see more bmc air filter content 😄👍

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks. Noted.

[@Allthingstech3108]

I am 56 inspired to take a long road trip.Thank you

[@bigbearbangalore]

Welcome! Best wishes.

[@chnacr2]

Love your videos,Bosskey. I'm looking to improve the throttle response of my Honda H'ness CB 350 on highway rides. Considering I can buy only one of the following parts at a time, in which order should I get these - BMC air filter, Fuelx pro ECU, and Red Rooster exhaust. Which one of these would make the most amount of difference for the money? Thanks!

[@bigbearbangalore]

Hey, tjanks. And am not sure if all these are available for the CB. Please check. BMC is ans the rest, need to check. But I could be wrong.

[@chnacr2]

@@bigbearbangalore Yes, I had checked and they are available for the CB350 🙂. So what do you think will make the most difference initially?

[@maneckkatrak1379]

Consider sprocket change. You will experoenced reduced top speed in each gear though!

[@chnacr2]

@@maneckkatrak1379 Thanks! I wonder how much top speed would be reduced though (currently it can go at 100kmph in 3rd gear and hits the rev limiter). Also would the speedo and odometer be thrown out of calibration after a sprocket change? That's one major concern of mine since the bike is new and I want the odometer to be fairly accurate

[@maneckkatrak1379]

@@chnacr2 Top speed will reduce by about 10% in higher gears. I am unsure if gear indicator will give incorrect reading, but the speedo is normally connected only to front wheel in most motorcycles.

[@himanshusoni6096]

Can I just wash it with warm water & mild dishwasher liquid and put it back once it's dry? I don't have the BMC washing & oiling kit

[@bigbearbangalore]

Don't know. May work.

[@seenthroughvisor4579]

Hey I have doubt, is there any alternative for the detergent like diesel or wd40 or chain cleaner? And even for the oil does light coat of chain spray works, I am curious if you have tried similar alternatives, and if we are stranded and only have basics like petrol wd40 and can of chain spray does it hurt the fabric of the filter. I like your content btw no bs just facts, please let these type of videos keep coming

[@bigbearbangalore]

Soap water can be used. No diesel or wd40. These will destroy the filter fabric.

[@mrpmh.0]

@@bigbearbangaloresir can we use any other thing instead of that particular spray,,,?

[@bigbearbangalore]

@mrpmh.0 none that I’d recommend

[@rishi_raghav]

sir when will you upload a video on the muddy hog's condition after the Himalayan oddesy

[@bigbearbangalore]

It's uploaded on Instagram. 🙂

[@Whatreally123]

Have you always worked with motorcycles or did gou have a corporate job and now fulfilling hour passion with motorcycles?

[@bigbearbangalore]

No corporate job ever. Technical jobs, own businesses & now enjoying my childhood hobby.

[@Whatreally123]

@@bigbearbangalore fantastic. Living the dream. 👍

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏

[@prakashlee_]

Sir, Would you recommend BMC over K&N air filter?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Personal preference is BMC.

[@surajsinghofficial007]

Sir you are fantastic, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge ❤🙏

[@bigbearbangalore]

It's my pleasure. Thanks.

[@Ram-lu1wn]

Thanks for thr informative video. Based on just a pure visual analysis, i guess the Himalayan 450 has the same filter. Can this 411 BMC filter be used for the Himalayan 450?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks. The filter fir the H450 is quite different to the 411.

[@ashkiller007]

And for the himalayan 450 BMC air filter the oil should be sprayed inside like in this video? Thanks in advance

[@bigbearbangalore]

@ashkiller007 BMC oil

[@monishn2432]

I had a doubt about the performance air filter , sir i hope you know there are many performance air filters available in the market and i have seen that K&N air filters dont properly filter dust and it gets passed through the filter to the engine which leads engine damage in long term but i haven't seen this problem anywhere with BMC air filters so wanted to know if it will be safe and not like other air filters which dont filter properly?

[@bigbearbangalore]

I've used them for many years and all seems ok.

[@maxivasanth7264]

Hello 👋 in your style! I planned to fit performance air filter in my classic reborn for more breathing. Should it be enough or should I do ECU tuning or some other stuffs to make it work perfect? Will I see any noticeable drop in mileage? I believe the sound and performance will go high slightly for sure. Need your advice. Thanks in advance.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Just the filter will make negligible perceptible performance improvement no need to remap.

[@maxivasanth7264]

@@bigbearbangalore Where can I get the original BMC?

[@sreevinayak2003]

After installing the replacement filter like the BMC is it need any tuning for the ECU

[@bigbearbangalore]

Not needed.

[@sanjaysharma-jf8fv]

Hi Bosky..what detergent are u using? I have one too for my bullet 500 thats been unused for ages. Can one use the soft wollens-detergent?

[@bigbearbangalore]

BMC provided detergent.

[@sanjaysharma-jf8fv]

@@bigbearbangalore Thanks Saar

[@banestock]

Hi, with regards to the bmc air filter in the interceptor 650, do we have to spray the detergent and regenerative liquid on the inside of the triangle? Cause some ppl spray it on the outside too.. So want to clear the confusion...since you have spoken directly with BMC representatives, hoping you could help. Thanks.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Spray on the dirty side.

[@banestock]

@@bigbearbangalore is that similar to the the Himalayan air filter on the inside?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes

[@psycodalica]

Hi. I use k&n air filter for my car and it's cleaning kit is far more expensive compared to bmc. So can I use bmc filter cleaner ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

May be you can. Check with the retailer you bought the filter from.

[@arjunp.b8047]

I heard somewhere that it should be cleaned every 5000km but the box these came in says 25k km.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Every 5,000 kms if used in dusty environments, else every 10,000 kms.

[@arjunp.b8047]

@bigbearbangalore Thanks. I removed and checked mine after about 7km and it seems pretty okay. I'll clean in another 3k km then. The recommended 25k km might be for cars I think.

[@udaynm369]

Hello sir, is it only royal enfield bikes, that you work on or any other brand also.?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Hello. We are primarily an Oil Change Center & a General Maintenance workshop. We carry out running repairs and basic maintenance on Royal Enfield and few other models. Regards.

[@udaynm369]

@@bigbearbangalore thank you👍🏻

[@spandandhar5642]

Hi I have a Thunderbird 350 BS3. I recently upgraded to RR Free Flow Exhaust and K&N Free flow filters. What should my Carb setting be to reap the benefits?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Am not too familiar with carb tuning. And there is no set setting. Varies.

[@sathwikacharya8957]

Sir can we spray engine oil on the inside of air filter...

[@bigbearbangalore]

No

[@abhishekmohan6999]

Hi Bosky ! Whats your opinion on upgrading with bmc airfilter on himalayan ?How many kms should I for my bike to clock ? Should I get the air filter alone or get an free flow exhaust with it ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Upgrade is good to do. There is no set kms and anytime is a good time. I suggest that you combine the BMC with the FuelX for best effect. Exhaust can come later too.

[@abhishekmohan6999]

Thanks♥️ Hope you bring a detailed video on the upgrades you’ve done on your himmy

[@bigbearbangalore]

I've posted 2 YT videos on the mods to my Muddy Hog 411. Please watch when next convenient. Cheers!

[@siddharthmohapatra9201]

There are some filter in market which do not required oiling ...any thoughts on them

[@bigbearbangalore]

They should be OK too.

[@redpillsbluepills]

Sir can you review AEM dry flow air filters?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Haven’t heard of them yet.

[@redpillsbluepills]

@@bigbearbangalore Founded in 1987, it's a US based company. Well I don't know if their filters fit motorcycles so I asked.

[@kaushikkr1090]

What is the interval in terms of months sir?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Once a year should be good.

[@kaushikkr1090]

@@bigbearbangalore ohh ok sir. Thank you 👍

[@Adventure_SDH]

every 15000km

[@themilescounter2023]

Sir, Recently I have installed BMC air filter on my Dominar. I observed engined does heated quicker than before. Is it normal?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Not likely. May be a perception. And may not be.

[@44kyu]

Why spray oil. Will the paper not get damage.?? Will oil not block pores n breathing°°😮

[@bigbearbangalore]

That's a fabric, not paper! And its designed to be used with oil.

[@44kyu]

@@bigbearbangalore ok gr8. Thanks

[@shashankmoolya6319]

Sir what product do you recommend for cleaning filter( not for specified brand of filter)

[@bigbearbangalore]

BMC filter, use BMC cleaning kit

[@martytee]

Hi sir, Just purchased an bmc air filter. While looking at it against the sun, i see minute holes in it. Is that normal or is it that the filter need oiling. I am super confused, pls help

[@bigbearbangalore]

Light will pass thru the material. Don't know of they are holes.

[@ravimr389]

Hlo sir after upgrading to bmc and akra exhaust on my r15 there is a check light error in bs6 can you give any suggestions sir please?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Am not familiar with the R15. May be the O2 sensor error.

[@lifeonmylens7579]

Could these oiled filter cause any issue? Or should oil coat be dried before we use the bike?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Oil is applied to absorb the smallest dust particles. Part of the filtration process. Doesn't need to dry.

[@lifeonmylens7579]

@@bigbearbangalore thanks for reply!

[@sumanmondal4606]

Hello from where I can get those rechargeable kit? Please share

[@bigbearbangalore]

From a BMC authorised retailer. @powerhausindia or WhatsApp [phone]

[@SenateKT-uc2id]

I have a DNA filter on my bike. Is it alright to use a K&N kit to clean and oil it?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Should be OK. Check with DNA.

[@SenateKT-uc2id]

@@bigbearbangalore They say to "only use DNA" products. but I figured they are just trying to sell their product . They want more for shipping than an entire K&N kit.

[@ankushxkakashi7924]

Hi....how long do these air filters last if properly taken care of

[@bigbearbangalore]

Life time

[@gogia_amit]

Sir, BMC filter goes for a Suzuki V Storm 250 SX?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Check with @bmcairfiltersindia

[@nikhilkhullar3298]

Sir from where u can buy original bmc airfilter

[@bigbearbangalore]

From us. Contact us for more details on 99728 13737

[@deviantvc]

Do we need to mandatorily do this every 5k kms? BMC manual says 25000 kms!

[@bigbearbangalore]

Depends on the environment. Most cities are massively dusty.

[@deviantvc]

Got it.

[@simonnetto7270]

Can we clean the air filter of Honda Activa?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Paper element air filters can be cleaned with compressed air may be one or twice and then need to be replaced as per manufacturer recommendation. They cannot be washed and reused.

[@ArunKumar-sn3ww]

Sir is there any drop in mileage with performance air filters

[@bigbearbangalore]

No drop. But since there is a sporty note and a feel good factor, we fend to ride faster, hence some drop can be expected.

[@ArunKumar-sn3ww]

@@bigbearbangalore thank you for the information

[@syedusmanali7685]

Hi sir do u service r15 also ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

No, sorry

[@azadgannamani5153]

Sir can I upgrade my himalayan with respect to exhaust fuelx air filter @ bigbear

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes you can. Welcome! Please call for more details and appointment : 99728 13737 Monday- Saturday 10 am to 6 pm.

[@tosharchaudhary4992]

Seedhi baat no bakwaas. Love your videos

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏

[@prashanthshetty724]

Sir clasic 350 ge best air filter yavdu plz heli sir am full of confused😢

[@bigbearbangalore]

Check BMC

[@amitrahate82]

Sir which oil u use?

[@bigbearbangalore]

BMC oil

[@UC_Diaries]

What's ideal km range for filter cleaning

[@bigbearbangalore]

5,000 kms

[@Kalledasheshuprasad]

Can I clean it with water

[@bigbearbangalore]

It is cleaned with water and detergents.

[@vaibhavverma2960]

How long can this filter last

[@bigbearbangalore]

Several years if maintained well.

[@vaibhavverma2960]

@@bigbearbangalore got it bro

[@PratikGaikwad-o6o]

Where to buy it?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Hello please WhatsApp [phone]

[@kanshouwaangboy7141]

Can we do that on the regular filter installed on the himalayan???

[@bigbearbangalore]

No. Paper filters are use and replace.

[@atanubiswas234]

Sir I having interceptor my question is what happen if we remove the front snorkel on the air filter and keep it open .. Will more dust goes in and damage the engine or it will increase the air flow only???

[@bigbearbangalore]

More dust, little more air. No perceptible change in performance.

[@333anupam]

Thanks sir for demonstration

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏

[@siddharthjain5372]

Why these filters are too expensive

[@bigbearbangalore]

Made with premium materials and designed after much research and is imported.

[@arjunp.b8047]

They are also made in Italy

[@k.tvasanthkumar2513]

Liquid Amazon link please msg replay me plz 🙏🏻

[@bigbearbangalore]

Pardon, I have no link for this.

[@shanthakumarp555]

Hi sir, GE.. Your name please...? New Subscriber..❤❤❤❤

[@bigbearbangalore]

You may call me Bosky. :-)

[@Audio_sj]

Please tell me your garage location i want to service my Himalayan

[@bigbearbangalore]

Welcome! Please call for more details and appointment : 99728 13737 Monday- Saturday 10 am to 6 pm.maps.app.goo.gl/K6crmjmHHuqpoSiU7 we are closed till Wed next week.

[@Samson-ln5dn]

Mr Bean

[@the_gamer75]

Hello Boss❤ I need your advice. I own a RE 350X and need to install this BMC air filter. Must I do an ECU tuning? Will it be okay to install BMC air filter on my bike?

[@bigbearbangalore]

OK to install. No tuning required.

[@anirban9007]

Chicha whole lot of a day! If I want to smoke how's that's possible?

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏

[@prateekdahiya8691]

What's the use of spraying oil inside

[@bigbearbangalore]

To aid filtration.