POD FILTERS FOR CAFE RACERS ★ Quality Comparison

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[@CafeRacerGarage]

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[@user-bx5rq4es9v]

People over think this way to much, it's just an air filters. Same way cold air intakes do literally nothing lol

[@seebarry4068]

You could’ve stated this was an advert.

[@jishh]

I need some pods so ill give them a look! Also entered for justin case ;)

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Well done, If you win people will think it was rigged but as you know it can't be. :) best of luck and I hope this video helped you and you got something from it bro :)

[@fgcvhhbvjhbj]

What ones did you get and how do they look?

[@jishh]

Luke Pawley i went with DNA pods and they look amazing!

[@nesworthgenetics2197]

That doesn't show me how to put them on

[@ryleyverbeek44]

I do think its important for everyone to know that although it’s not impossible to use pod filters on CV carburetors, it is pretty difficult to tune the engine and have it run at peak performance. I’d say if you have a Honda or maybe even a Suzuki with CV carbs, you’d be better off with the stock air box. Just my 2 cents

[@joshlorusso3751]

found this out the hard way

[@user-bx5rq4es9v]

CV carbs are not hard to tune with pods. Stock exhaust, go up one main jet size and add a #2 washer under all needles. After market mufflers, go up 2 sizes on the main and 3, #2 washers under all needles. Stock air box was actually unusable after mufflers and jetting, I had to switch to pods it was not getting enough air.

[@cinnamonbuncinnamonbun9665]

⁠@@user-bx5rq4es9vhey anyway you can send more info cuz I really want to know how to do it right

[@esssexboy]

After jetting up the carbs and slightly raising the needles with a few washers i completely transformed my CM400A loads more pep. I tried pod filters but i found the bike ran better with the standard air box instead

[@antiflg530]

How are you comparing these filters if you don’t m or how good or bad the cheaper ones work?

[@dannyt1943]

Dan do you have to rejet the carbs for pods in Australia. The motorcycle mechanic told me you don't have to due to the altitude. Being low most forums are from bikes overseas at higher altitude hence they need rejeting ?

[@luiscalderon1500]

Nice video, but I've a question, do you know, what kind a filter I can use waterproof? Cause I want to use my scrambler raining too, thanks for for your answer, you have a nice day!!

[@Coffeeratgaming]

did u end up with a solution

[@rooster68able]

Most important thing with airpods asides from points you make ie quality, is the material by design blocks the 2 air jets on the back of most all carberators the pod must be fitted to carb and marked with marker and a holes or slots must be cut through the boot or they will never work peroid !

[@AdoDado-lt8hr]

Do the work to honda cb650c rc05 1981,,with CV carburetors,than you

[@19504x4]

If you remove the stock air horn and use a pod filter, it completely changes the flow of air into the carb. Someone needs to build pods with an air horn built inside for a smooth flow into the carb

[@michalaugustyniak6449]

$70 . Ok if you need one. Need 3 of them. So expensive part of my bike build. I don’t man :(

[@J2I3H]

Metal mesh can come loose on the inside of the cheap chinese ones! That will kill your engine when sucked in..

[@ArdiAhmad-y3g]

What is DNA part number fit 1979 GS550E?

[@J.Sanchez36]

hey! I have a ssr xf250 dualsport and I wanted to mod it completely. I first wanted to replace the airbox with a pod filter because I only use it for road and wanted a supermoto. I have no idea how to do it but I'll learn, do you recommend it for me?

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Yeah it’s definitely worth doing for more airflow which equals more power maybe contact the guys at DNA And tell them what bike you have and they might be able to advise you exactly what works for your model bike

[@J.Sanchez36]

@@CafeRacerGarage using a pod filter mean I have to increase the fuel input correct? how would I do that?

[@skandix]

Good commercial for DNA.

[@Leopolds_Garage]

Great project so far and great videos. Been working on a 1980 cb750f project myself. You have given me some good ideas. Thank you. Also never heard of DNA until now. They look to be pretty good product.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

I think you will be very happy with them as they are very well made and a one-off purchase if looked after :) Glad to help

[@MikeMitchum]

I really like the leather look on the filters. My favorite shape are the oval filters.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

yes they are very cool :) 100% agree with you on your choice mate

[@austondoughnut6232]

My 95 ninja zx-11 has had the air box deleted and ordered the 20$ 4 pack set of filters from eBay used factory boots off the air box and stretch taped the filters to the boot with a tight rubber fit and then used rtv on the edges and mating surfaces. Made a shroud/ wind inlet around the filters for top end air flow due to the low vacuum effect. Oh and stock jets. Will still rock and roll all the way to 176

[@whiltoecardhonian3054]

I heard mix reviews on the pods that the pistons work harder and can cause wear, who knows though right? Not here to criticize I’m just weighing my options, I’ll probably just go with an oem filter in the airbox because these are a little more expensive but they definitely look cooler, thanks for the video!

[@johnDukemaster]

This is a good one Dan! DNA are good, no doubt. I've had a couple of bikes with pods, and my experience is that for my bikes, those pods are too short. Strong wind from the side did interfere with performance. Strong sidewind and the bike began to cough. The last one, the Triumph Legend with Speed triple cams, couldn't reach over 110km/h. So I cut three beercans into shape and mounted them over the pods and voila! 180km/h! With the same jets and all. After some more fidling it was perfect. Air coming in to the carbs have a sort of coneshaped jetstream and that stream must not be interfered. My next project will have some sort of pipe between the engine and filters. Or new beercans! Hmm...where can I find them? ;-)

[@CafeRacerGarage]

This is very macgyver of you to solve a problem with what you have and I like it :) thank you for letting me know and thanks again for always leaving me a comment with your thoughts :) i enjoy reading them. 180km/h that's a big difference tho 👍

[@johnDukemaster]

@@CafeRacerGarage My pleasure my friend! :-) My pleasure indeed. :-)

[@garagemdocampones7465]

John Mård I had some similar problems... I installed pod filters in my CB400 when I build it and it didn’t run good... then I put a tube between the carburetor and the pod filter to better frame clearance and suddenly it is running much better!

[@MeltedCrayon536Gaming]

Where did you get that tank?

[@Dylan_Walsh]

Hi cafe racer garage love the content, I’m starting my conversion on a bandit to cafe racer , just a question , will the pods work without any tuning like a “plug & play” concept or do the tuning complement the pods TIA!

[@christopherastbury6644]

Hi Dan, could you tell me more about the birds we hear, are they wild species, it would be good you see them. Thanks from Christopher in the UK

[@garyyorke1619]

I like the way you give a unbiased run down and in easy language. .no fluffing it up nice one Dan

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you Gary, At the end of the day, people will buy what they want. I just tried to provide good information to help them make the right decision for their needs.

[@ClawMachineMonster]

Couldn't find any filters for a Honda 1981 CB750 on their website

[@vladimirmoravec]

I'm looking at K&N pods at the minute good quality filters to I have 1980 cb750 they have discount to 😊

[@ClawMachineMonster]

@@vladimirmoravec oh cool mind linking that page? Still can't find the CB750 platform

[@dustypaint]

I reset the needle setting in carburator with a cheap intake airfilter and it's amazing now! I have a 100cc mini street cafe racer.

[@lovejoju1]

Quality information in your vids as always Dan. As I am in the very early stage of my build I am eager to gain lots of knowledge and ideas. These pods look awesome and I love the billet look.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

thank you so much mate, great choice by the way and if you have any questions just ask :)

[@journeygarage6079]

Thanks for your video, very informative as always. I like the XV series in Oval. Would look great on my 81 Kawasaki KZ550 cafe racer project.

[@richhemmings]

I'm looking at DNA filters for my build, where do I go to find out about resetting for my machine?

[@jomaripadua9103]

Too bad im not lucky to be the winner but congrats to the winner! Just a question Dan, when you use the pods, what size of jets or changes you did to your carbs? Thanks and more power!

[@brucekirk5386]

I was cought in heavy rain wile riding today and my pods filled up with water bike started cutting out bad had to leave it 50 miles at my buddies shop...now I gotta rent a trailer to go fetch her DAMN PODS LOL

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Sorry to hear about your bad day, :( I guess this video came out just in time for you tho ;)

[@davidmiles9016]

Look nice but the bike typically runs worse.

[@CaptainDestructo82]

I just made the mistake of buying the cheap eBay ones. I can’t get it to start with out the airbox now, I think it’s not getting enough fuel to start now. Do you have a video on rejetting and tuning carbs for pods? Maybe you could do one if not? Thanks for the videos, really digging the builds. Can’t wait to see them finished.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

We have all done that don't worry. Its ok, I will do a tuning video in the future.

[@aaronmills7015]

Hi Dan. Can you tell me which DNA filters you exactly used for the CB 750 Nighthawk? - I have a 1992 version and I am aware the gap between the frame stem and carbs is quite shallow.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Here you go mate :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJ3baq2vgKqkiqM

[@fgcvhhbvjhbj]

Does anyone know where to buy some air intake pipes to turn the pods to the outside of the bike?

[@jamiewebber8091]

Well I guess I need these since I have already have the crap ones for my build. Thanks for the info. What’s the point of going through all this time and work if you are gonna disregard quality. Especially if it can have an impact on your carbs/engine

[@CafeRacerGarage]

You are 100 % right my friend :)

[@charlie_sin_mag]

Building a honda cb600f (hornet) cafe racer at the moment. Thinking about fabricating a nicer looking airbox and using a single pod filter for all 4 carbs. Do you think there would be enough airflow compared with the stock air box or even separate filters?

[@jaenoma3839]

I have no clue and know nothing about that bike, hope this helps

[@HajtoTimaSek]

I prefer the round one, but my GSR600 wouldn't take kindly cone filters :|

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Good choice :) bummer they wont fit tho

[@decotube100]

80 SUZUKI GS550E wiring headache and a dirt poor budget. could really use the come up (DNA OVI SPECIAL RUBBER TOP)

[@CafeRacerGarage]

That is a very cool bike and the DNA pods would look very cool on it :)

[@electriciantm9142]

Do they work when they get wet in heavy rain?

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Yes Dianne, I have a special oil which doesn’t get milky in the rain

[@kcfox3130]

i bought some DNA pods for my ZRX, were the most ill fitting pods have ever had could not get them to seat properly could never get the clamps to stay ,back to K&N for me

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Kevin Charlesworth the oil on the rubber is very slippery and that are covered in oil when you first buy them, I’ve found that you use some degreaser on the rubber and they stay put :) we all like different brands and that’s what is awesome about this world. It would be a very boring place to be if we were all the same. Thank you for your comment and have a good day brother 😊

[@yngvardharjo3704]

hahahahaha nais

[@doronkofler7470]

Can you expend a little or add a video about the tuning changes that need to be done when changing the stock original filter box to pod filters ? I was told some carb tuning should be made.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

yes, I can do this In a future video :)

[@stuartgreig6609]

Would really like a decent set of filters on my cafe, previous owner has fitted the cheapest nastiest pods. I've had to araldite the outer two back together where the mesh has fallen off completely.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Yes its a common problem with cutting corners on a build but it just costs loads more in the end as you can know first hand :) Thank you for the comment Stuart

[@AdamMcNutt]

One thing I didn't hear you mention in the difference between cheap and expensive is an inner lip. Most cheapies have a huge inner lip that blocks the atmospheric ports of most carbs causing bad performance, if it even runs. Most more expensive ones I've run don't have the inner lip.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

You are 100% right, the cheap ones I had didn't have this lip but I do know what you mean so thank you for the comment, Have a great day Adam

[@dumbdog2924]

I know some cheaper options are worth their money with a few small modifications, like a couple of beads of RTV on the top and bottom fixed a set that I had. But! Definitely the more expensive sets are absolutely amazing and look a whole lot cleaner.

[@sashruz88]

Hey mate, keep up the solid work. CaptainDestructo82 makes a good point. Would a video detailing your process of tuning carbs for pods/exhaust be on the horizon? I'm one of the lucky few that decided to keep my stock airbox after a 5 minute trial with rubbish ebay pods. A helpful video for fellow DIY'ers on that from you would be greatly appreciated!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

sashruz88 100% yes that is a great idea of his. I can only do this when bike is at tuning stage tho and it may be a little while till I get to that stage:). It will be coming tho :)

[@ChaoticDetour]

DNA makes a good product. I chose to go with them on my CB500x and plan to use them on my other bikes as I work through the projects. I was unaware of the leather topped pods, I will have to get a pair of those for the CX500.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

You sound like you have as many bikes as I do lol Im working on a giveaway that will be coming soon just for you guys as my patreons for all your support :)

[@adrianskelland9241]

Very good video just starting my first cafa racer project and the bike I have picked up has the cheap ones on it will definitely be looking for some better ones thanks for all the good info

[@CafeRacerGarage]

I'm so happy this was helpful, any questions just ask

[@pkck97]

I picked the middle one. 😜. Of course I entered. Anything to support what you’re doing man!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

It was a fun video to make as you saw on the patreon page with our special effects LOL I'm loving your support mate but I will always find a way to give back, Im working on a giveaway that will be coming soon just for you guys for all your support :)

[@bobpiercy8883]

Thanks for the info - cheap is always tempting. Good to know what and why one should be willing to pay.

[@shedbuiltmoto]

I went the cheap pod filter route once. Never again. I use K&N's they make a big difference. I'll definitely check out those DNA's. Cheers!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Sean yes it’s cool that DNA are motorcyclists themselves and that is why they stand out in a crowd, they know what we like. 👍 Not saying the other brands are bad, I just like to share what what I like and why I like it in case it helps someone make a better choice for themselves:). The leather tops are cool don’t you think?

[@shedbuiltmoto]

I'd lean more towards the billet ones myself. But yes the leather ones are cool quite unique.

[@syedahsan4164]

Brother what kind of paint you did on your tank?

[@ErrtuZarathos]

Yeah, I would like some pod filters for my Cx500.

[@Uncle_Chuck]

Using a vape for effects was cool ;)

[@arkadrwpos13]

Best air pod filters for any motorcycle!!! The cnc cover is just amazing!!

[@mongrelkat1139]

great little video mate, very informative, I run flat slides on my horse and its critical to use quality pods, cheap crap can and will damage your engine!!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you so much for your kind words, You said it and I 100% agree with you. You don't need the brand I have but as you say they just need to be quality.

[@Fleastranautz]

I have a set of cheap eBay ones at the moment and yeah you can really notice quality and performance. Would love a set of DNAs, those billet ones are sweet!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Frapps you are 100% right :) quality does matter in this case and yes those billet once are cool 😎 very cool 😎

[@tristawilliams129]

The DNA XV series aluminum top filters look pretty sharp

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Good choice

[@joeheydenrych1240]

It's not nice having to rebuild an engine in the long run when you try to save a buck or two on filters. Agreed Sir!! thanks for the great videos.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

100% I hope you have entered the comp Joe :)

[@joeheydenrych1240]

LOL!! Wish I knew how?!! Us old timers tend to battle a bit with I.T related issues.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Joe Heydenrych do you have any young timers to give you a hand with it so you are in the the running. It’s very simple to enter, just click the link in the description and follow DNA and Cafe Racer Garage social media 👍

[@jacquesoeuf755]

Need some for the NTV...

[@georgeswift7031]

Rubber top hexagonal filters are exactly what I need! Glad to know the difference between expensive and cheap!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

You are very welcome George

[@DirceuCorsetti]

It took me a long time to make my carbs work right using cheap pods. I had to both rejet them and increase air resistance by adding an outer mesh on the pods. I'd like to know if an expensive pod like this one has air flow resistance that matches the stock airbox. A comparison like this would be cool content to see in your channel. Cheers!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you for the comment, I think all pods will be less restrictive than a stock airbox, but by how much Im unsure

[@randywatsonii3173]

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[@skarobby]

In good performance for DNA

[@owen5834]

Nice video Dan. I bought some cheapish pods from eBay. Might as well just thrown my money away. Total junk and my carbs hated them. It’s really worth investing in higher quality ones.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Owen O'Neil I did the same thing in the past. Keep them for a dog chew toy :) lol 😂 Thank you for your great comment once again Owen. I’ve been thinking about a Patreon giveaway just for you guys, I have a few ideas but I’m open to any suggestions :)

[@owen5834]

Cafe Racer Garage I’m happy just supporting the channel mate. If you ever do some merch maybe a small discount?

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Owen O'Neil you are way to nice but I will be looking after you guys don’t worry 😉 Having some samples of stuff sent to me atm 👍 You will see some merchandise in the new year, just sorting out the details, suppliers, website etc 👍

[@owen5834]

Cafe Racer Garage put me down for the first shirt and hat!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

@@owen5834 I will do :)

[@garya3056]

Good message, Dan. You get what you pay for. Nice production work in this video, Mate! 🏍👍🏍

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you again, Gary, how is silly season treating you?

[@garya3056]

Cafe Racer Garage crazy time of year...shopping and booze, right?

[@dmackintosh9544]

Good advice on these pods, the induction is the engines lungs. Like the oblong ones, I think they would be cool on my CB 750 F2 winter project.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

So true, and yes they would look awesome. What year is your CB750?

[@dmackintosh9544]

@@CafeRacerGarage It is a 1993 with 40k miles in really good condition for it's age. Defiantely been looked after! Very similar to your CB750 project which I have been following for inspiration.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

D Mackintosh that is great you found one in good condition. I would feel bad chopping up one that was in good condition but than again I would be making it look awesome so maybe I wouldn’t feel bad for long lol If yours is a 93 CB750f2 it’s exactly the Sam bike and year as mine in the videos 👍 I paid 800bux for it Are you located in Aussie because I seem to have a ton of Aussie followers 😊👍

[@dmackintosh9544]

Cheers Dan, it has been a bit of a thought to take a grinder to this bike. I'm in Bonnie Scotland, the land with some awesome roads for a retro cafe racer, I'm hoping to catch some good moments from the build over the winter and then some ride outs in the spring and summer to share on youtube.

[@garagemdocampones7465]

Are these DNA filters better then K&N?!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

I saw a video with DNA and K&N to see who had the better flow and DNA won but the difference is never going to be noticed be anything but a machine that measures this kind of thing so to say they are better is not fair as they both are great Filters, I prefer DNA for all the reasons I listed in this video, we are all different and I will never try to convince someone to buy the brand I like but I do like to explain the difference , Hope that answers your question mate :)

[@garagemdocampones7465]

It sure does man! Thanks!

[@tekkietekkie]

thats where my 10mm socket went !

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Haha yep its a magic socket :) It just disappears

[@bobaganoushe1]

Done ;)

[@muriloac8338]

top 🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@dan40754]

First

[@borisgerster9573]

What do you think about pod covers?

[@CafeRacerGarage]

What do you mean by covers ?

[@borisgerster9573]

They are like a sleeve you pull over

[@p3ggy80]

Man you went to town on that ending.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

I take that as tho you like it?

[@p3ggy80]

@@CafeRacerGarage yeah dude. The videography was brilliant. The sponsor piece was a bit OTT if I am being honest.

[@TulsaMotoClub]

Entered!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

My-Man 👍 Good stuff

[@rsbharley4766]

Nice review mate. Cheers

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate, I hope it gave you some good info to make the best choice for yourself :)

[@sparklygames71]

Haha I love these reviews.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate, I enjoy sharing the info I have so it helps you make a better decision on what to buy :)

[@sparklygames71]

@@CafeRacerGarage I really do appreciate it, and I'll have to look into DNA for my build once I get the engine back together

[@shaunelliott3759]

If I ever use a "cheaper" air filter (some customers ( I'm a hobby builder, but I sell a lot) don't have a clue about anything motorcycle, whatsoever), i glue the rubber in, that stops it from coming out, and it creates a really good airtight seal. It's nice to hear someone explain that just any oil will not do, far to many people use just what they have to hand, and they don't understand why their bike runs shite.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you for this in-depth comment mate, it was a very good comment, and yes we tend to learn the hard way at times unfortunately