K&N Air Filter installation

Installing K&N Air Filter in my Interceptor 650
This is fairly easy installation process and should take you 5-7 mins max.
The only tool you would need is one 4 mm Allen wrench and a Philips screwdriver that comes with the stock tool kit.
This K&N performance air filter is made to give your Royal Enfield more power and torque. These also come with a K&N million mile limited warranty. They are of excellent quality and are made to last longer than your Royal Enfield! I've read that K&N air filters for Royal Enfield models last up to 50,000 miles before cleaning is required. But this is subjective and depends on your driving conditions and style.
You can get this online and it should reach you in 2-3 business days. (check the link below).
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Thank you so much for watching!
Wear your helmet and ride safe.

[@commonsense718]

Put a K&N air filter on my interceptor today . made an adapter plate with a large triangular opening-from plastic sheet. Its the best £43:19p i have spent on the bike. The throttle pick up is way better .

[@SrinivasGanesh]

The throttle response got amazing and as did the exhaust sound! Thank you for commenting! Much appreciate it.

[@Akshaydesigner]

Brilliant! You seem to know your way around your motorcycle! This is a must-have skill for all bikers IMO. Good job!

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Thank you very much!

[@MeAndMyRoyalEnfield]

I installed the Bandidos Pitstop Belt Drive Conversion and love it. The new front to rear sprocket ratio gives more power which means reduced fuel mileage. I am hoping this air filter will increase my range/mileage.

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Oh that’s interesting! Please share a video with us! 🤩

[@vivekpratapsingh9976]

I need one for my Phillips air purifier

[@SrinivasGanesh]

hahaha K&N doesn't really make one for that.

[@PD-dj7cu]

More suction power 😁

[@SrinivasGanesh]

@@PD-dj7cu hahahaha

[@vivekpratapsingh9976]

@@SrinivasGanesh why

[@SrinivasGanesh]

@@vivekpratapsingh9976 cuz they make motorcycles breathe better. 😂 #AirFilters

[@maheshsawaiker2492]

You should get a less restrictive cover without the snorkel to get full benefits. Or just saw off the snorkel

[@SrinivasGanesh]

This is a very old video. I have already installed a high intake bracket :) thanks for watching the video

[@vivekpratapsingh9976]

Love the SFX.. tu..tu

[@vsuriyadeepan2797]

Thank you for this DIY. Very Clear. By watching this video I just installed BMC within 5 minutes. Great Job! I feel the throttle response has become sharper I did feel a tiny bit of torque gain (Since it breathes freely I guess). That Bassy intake sound though! 💙💙💙 I wanna ask you, Did you feel the Engine warms up quicker than before? I generally feel the heat in stop and go traffic or in longer journeys. After using this I did feel the performance gain and also the heat gain sooner in traffic. No problems once we speed up though.

[@SrinivasGanesh]

I'm very glad that you found the video useful. Thank you for watching the video. No I don't feel that the bike become warm quicker.

[@vsuriyadeepan2797]

@@SrinivasGanesh Oh Great! Thanks for answering! Happy Riding!

[@_robyn_]

Hey. I hope you are doing well. I recently installed the Way2Speed air filter considering the highest advertised air flow and no oiling needed. Although after ~3k kms, while cleaning I decided to have a look inside the air chamber and there was a lot of dust present. I was shocked and now looking to throw away the w2s one. How about the K&N. Do you see any dust if at all inside the air chamber ? About the stock cap for the filter, I think it is designed to block water going inside the chamber, also those two holes are wide enough to let equal amount of air to go in when comparing to a open bracket.

[@SrinivasGanesh]

The air filter will get dirty. That is normal. Don't throw the way2speed one away. Instead, just wash it, and clean the area where the air filter goes in. And then simply reuse it. I do the same with K&N air filter. It is bound to get dirty since that is a filter. it blocks the dust from going in the engine, that is why it gets dirty.

[@_robyn_]

@@SrinivasGanesh Hi, I am not talking about the filter itself. But the chamber that it goes into. That chamber has collected a lot of dust, it was not the case with the stock filter

[@SrinivasGanesh]

@@_robyn_ oh!!! Then yeah that is not a good sign. I have not faced that with K&N Airfilter. Maybe yours was a faulty one, and you might want to check with way2speed for a replacement if yours is under warranty. I am sure Melvin, the head at Way2Speed, would be happy to give you a new one.

[@enderzebak2863]

@@SrinivasGanesh could you tell why you went with the kn instead of way2speed since they are much cheaper

[@aravyaverma4637]

Hey Sri did you considered BMC or way2speed filter if yes then why did you not installed that any specific reason?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

I always had K&N in mind. Starting from my classic 350, to Harley Davidson Fatboy, to interceptor650.

[@abhinavsingh535]

Air fuel ratio is going to change for sure which can make engine to run lean

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Thank you for watching the video!

[@TheWanderTraveller]

Thank you for sharing it broo

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Thank you for watching it bro.

[@AL_Burhaan]

Your voice is quite similar toh Shahrukh Khan

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Hahahah thanks for the compliment bud!

[@HbbH38]

Ok 8 months later... how did it do for you? Thanks. 😁

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Still doing amazing!! I just clean it once in a month. And it goes vrooooom!!

[@Lens_luminous]

Where did you get the handlebar? Looks neat good, have tried long drive with this handle? Any issues on long drives?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

No issues on long drives. Partly due to me being tall. He he he. You can buy this handlebar from any RE showroom. Ask for 'Powder coat Black Himalayan handlebars'. Thank you for watching the video!

[@Lens_luminous]

@@SrinivasGanesh Why Himalayan handlebar? How much is the gain in handlebar height?

[@Kisxh]

Which is the best K&N or BMC or DNA?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

I’ll go with K&N. had that in Classic 350 and HD Fatboy when I had them.

[@Kisxh]

@@SrinivasGanesh any specific reason though?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

@@Kisxh Personal preference. :)

[@premchandmr6921]

I'm using a stock exhaust gt 650 and im planning on changing the air filter... Many say that changing the air filter for stock is not ideal and has issues like lower top speed, affects the engine etc etc.... I don't know if this is true or not... If u have faced any issues plz let me know and tell the remedies u have taken to fix the issues occured. Thanks!

[@SrinivasGanesh]

There were no issues buddy. You can change them. If you want to change the intake cover as well then, Also there is no loss of power. But the logic says that, when your bike breathes in more, then it needs to let out the gasses in the same manner. Hence when people change the airfilter, the airfilter plate, they also change the exhausts. :) hope that helps. But I never faced any issues with the changed airfilter on my stock exhausts.

[@premchandmr6921]

@@SrinivasGanesh so should I go for a performance air filter without any booster plug... Or would there be any problems with the engine over time by changing the air filter?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

@@premchandmr6921 There will be no problems. Go for it. Booster plug will only enable your ECU to think that the intake is of cold air, which is denser, and hence will make the throttle response quicker and sharper.

[@premchandmr6921]

@@SrinivasGanesh ok thanks! Appreciate the help

[@SrinivasGanesh]

@@premchandmr6921 you are most welcome!

[@GadgetReviewsMalayalam]

Does this filter gives performance improvements using stock exhausts?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

The throttle response has increased. Even the sound has got more bass to it. Will upload a video to it soon.

[@monochrome_linux]

the thumbnail game is strong on this one

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Hahah thanks man. I’m still Learning :)

[@varunkishore2938]

Very nice

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Hey thank you so much for watching the video!! :)

[@palashsharma30]

Where did you get these bar end mirrors? Does it comes in Chrome finish?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Yes they do. But they are available on Amazon USA

[@MotoBites_with_Manas]

Did the engine note change a little from this? I’ve heard that the sound improves.

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Yea it does. And yes it sounds better!

[@matheus_ribeiro]

No need to apply mineral oil on the filter before use? I think it would be recommended. 🤔

[@SrinivasGanesh]

The filter has that oil on it.

[@matheus_ribeiro]

@@SrinivasGanesh thks

[@saketsourabh0411]

Hey, I Bought the exact same exhaust, thanks for the reference through your video. Now planning to get an Air Filter, You have gone for K&N, i have also ready about DNA, I am confused, K&N is around 1k cheaper but I do not want to regret later for a 1k difference, can you please suggest as its been 1 yr and you would have built some understanding on this topic with experience.

[@SrinivasGanesh]

I had K&N installed on my Harley Fatboy when I had it. It's a good filter. But DNA is equally good. Both offer a lifetime warranty and are reusable.

[@NeerajChodankar]

Hello i have changed my exaust to barrel atom but i haven't changed the airfilter yet? Id it really necessary to change?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

You can change it anytime. It's just helping your motorcycle get more air and better air. And since the aftermarket air filter is a mere attachment, you also need not worry about voiding warranty. Thank you for commenting and watching the video.

[@bossmoto1129]

I have stock exhaust will changing to aftermarket airfilter increase the bikes grunt n throttle response???

[@SrinivasGanesh]

yep it does more with aftermarket exhausts.

[@DavidLee-ch9vt]

Tried it and found out it completely destroys the bikes performance and grown-up sound. The touch on the throttle is more aggressive, yes. But after 3000rpm there’s a complete loss of torque if you don’t rev the throttle to the maximum all the time when going through gears and even then the peak performance is lowered. With the original setup I was doing 170 kph frequently. With the filter it is struggling to get to 160!!! The Induction “roar” is also aggressive, but after a few rides so unbelievably annoying to you and everybody around you (riding through a town - you feel like 18 in a Honda Civic) and just pointless, since you are loosing power. I ride with a booster plug(which DOES make for a smoother ride) btw - but tried it with and without it. The open filter is definitely the weak link. If you are not using a power commander, new pipes, big bore kit.... THERE IS NO POINT IN INSTALLING THIS FILTER AND RAPING YOUR MACHINE WITH IT. Back to the original it’s such a smooth and strong ride again.

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Hi, I took your advise and got a booster plug. The ride is much more better now! Will make a review video soon. Also I can't get an after market exhaust due to the fact that cops will give me a ticket if they see it. If in the long run the bike starts to give me trouble, then I'll install the stock snorkel intake plate back. Thank you for watching the video and for your advise! Much appreciated! 😎🙌🏽

[@DavidLee-ch9vt]

@@SrinivasGanesh glad to hear that man ✌🏽 stay blessed

[@SrinivasGanesh]

@@DavidLee-ch9vt Here is the installation video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZizdmSVZpWdoJo And here is the review :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaXbeopjetF1p6s

[@GypsyMotorrad]

Good one bro 👍

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Thanks for watching the video!

[@manoj._.2961]

Hy Bob... After putting this in..u do hv find any sound changes in it?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Yes. The sound has become much more bass-y And throttle becomes more responsive/ snappy.

[@despot9137]

Hey Srinivas! Could you answer some of my questions? How much does the airfilter cost and where to buy them? Will there be any difference in the fuel efficiency? Could you provide the link of the tool kit (alen key and screw driver) you used in this video?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Hi. You can find the link to the air-filter in the video description. Please check. And you can open and change the air-filter panel using basic tools that come with the bike. The tools I have I bought at some local hardware shop. Unbranded stuff so I won’t be able give a link to that.

[@despot9137]

@@SrinivasGanesh Ok brother :) will there be any difference in the fuel efficiency?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

@@despot9137 fuel efficiency is dependant on the rider. :)

[@pedroc6823]

its cheap but does a better job of Dust filtration.

[@SrinivasGanesh]

I couldn't agree more!

[@abhinavsingh535]

Bro i am running aew exhaust and ngk iridium kit . I want to change my stock filter to k&n does this require retuning of ecu

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Nope, just let it run idle for 5-7 mins, and the ECU will adjust automatically.

[@AbhiShek-qy6nc]

Bro send me link of custom bracket please

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Check out roadpower customs.

[@cbdevaiah3013]

Will installing after market air filter affect the warrenty ?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Nope, it is a plug and play installation. So no warranty is affected.

[@hr4669]

Hi. Oil your chain, please...

[@SrinivasGanesh]

I did.thank you for watching!

[@globaltrack7294]

Its BS4 or BS6? Which fits good to RE650?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Mine is a BS 6 engine.

[@ajayjacob1197]

Does it make any difference in the exhaust note?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Becomes a little bass-y

[@saicharant523]

Hey brother do we need to remap the ecu to change the air filter or should we do any other mods to change the air filter for interceptor 650

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Nope. Just let the engine idle for about 5-10 mins, and it will remap automatically.

[@DavidLee-ch9vt]

You don’t even have to let it idle. It will suck anyway! You will fuck up your bike on the long run. It is well constructed as it is...

[@mtmotovlogging6678]

From where have you ordered custom bracket

[@SrinivasGanesh]

www.amazon.in/gp/product/B08QZ1SBWT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@Alpez78]

In realtà staccare il coperchietto è molto facile perché è incastrato e incollato quindi rimetterlo apposto al bisogno sarebbe molto facile e senza nessun problema

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Assolutamente. Grazie mille per aver guardato il video. Tanto amore dall'India! 🫶🏽

[@mehsinkat25]

Hi Sri, just discovered your channel. Dude! How did you put your INTY on the Center stand so easily?! 😮 I got mine 5 days back and it runs like a dream but the weight when it’s stationary/standing is something I still need to get used to. Is there a trick to easily put it on centre stand that I’m missing? I work out regularly, deadlift about 80 kilos easily, weigh 63 kilos, and stand at 5ft 9in. Gave you all the information because I’m that desperate to know the trick 😂

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Hahahah well there’s no trick. I just put all my weight on the center stand and that’s about it. Basically stand on the centre stand with one foot. And it will place itself.

[@ajit2373]

Haiii brother...can we have k&n air-filter with redrooster exhaust for 650 twins..?! Will there be prblm for engine as well as mileage drop?

[@SrinivasGanesh]

No problems whatsoever. Air Filter filters the air intake which your motorcycle needs for combustion. I would say go for it.

[@achintdhiman4807]

Ain't no way that is giving it 2 more horsepower 😂

[@SrinivasGanesh]

This in combination with aftermarket exhausts, does.

[@mtmotovlogging6678]

Nice one👍

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Thank you buddy.

[@nobody8247]

Bro will this affect the bike's warranty??

[@SrinivasGanesh]

Nope. It won’t.it is affected when you cut wires to install a USB, or cut frame to modify the tail etc. Plug and play items like air filter or mirrors don’t affect warranty.

[@nobody8247]

@@SrinivasGanesh ok bro

[@MotuSethGopangamDas]

@@SrinivasGanesh I guess the warranty is subjective. The dealer in my city told me that the warranty will be voided if I use an after market drop in air filter on my new himalayan. Also, in one of your replies to a question posted by one of the viewers, you said that idling the engine for 5-10 minutes will remap the ECU automatically. So, that means that once it remaps, the engine won't run lean and cause heating issues? Thanks.

[@SrinivasGanesh]

@@MotuSethGopangamDas I haven’t had any heating issues on my motorcycle after installing the air-filter. My dealer in New delhi told me unless you cut any wires, the warranty is not voided.

[@MotuSethGopangamDas]

@@SrinivasGanesh thanks

[@cbdevaiah3013]

Very good tutorial bro !! But please , why the fake accent ? Be yourself

[@SrinivasGanesh]

LOL, brother you don't even know me to tell if it's fake or natural. Please stop being judgemental. Having an accent is okay. Let go of this stigma. And see this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2fYh4d_qZ1nnZo

[@HbbH38]

You dont even know him in person. I think it's unfair to call his accent fake.