Triumph Tiger 800 - Page 996

ducnut · 11-07-2012, 11:54 AM

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That's impressive!

ducnut · 11-07-2012, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by blacktiger

It seems strange to me that different manufacturers have different ideas.

Or, even within the same manufacturer.

the_babaji · 11-07-2012, 12:44 PM

I have the abs version of that filter went on easy enough, but it is a much narrower filter than the non+abs version pictured above. I suspect that it actually restricting the airflow too much. I am not ready to make a full accusation right now, but I thought I would share my suspicions. I hope to test my hypothesis when I get some time.

I hope I am wrong, its am slick setup.

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rustynut2 · 11-07-2012, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by the_babaji

I have the abs version of that filter went on easy enough, but it is a much narrower filter than the non+abs version pictured above. I suspect that it actually restricting the airflow too much. I am not ready to make a full accusation right now, but I thought I would share my suspicions. I hope to test my hypothesis when I get some time.

I hope I am wrong, its am slick setup.

Sent from my GT-I9000 using Tapatalk 2

Did the gas mileage go south when you put it on. I have one on the shelf waiting

blacktiger · 11-08-2012, 03:15 AM

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Originally Posted by rustynut2

Did the gas mileage go south when you put it on. I have one on the shelf waiting

I didn't notice any difference in anything after installing the pre-filter. Even with it filthy like that it was returning mid 50s UKmpg throughout my tour to Sardinia. But, as you can see in the photos, I have a LESS restrictive DNA airfilter in the box. Maybe one compensates for the other.

fbj913 · 11-08-2012, 05:34 AM

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Originally Posted by rustynut2

Did the gas mileage go south when you put it on. I have one on the shelf waiting

mine didnt change

markbvt · 11-08-2012, 06:06 AM

My gas mileage didn't change noticeably after installing the prefilter either. Still, I'm thinking that since it works so well, I might abandon the OEM paper filters in the future and go with an easier-breathing K&N filter in the airbox. I had been avoiding using one because they let more dust through than paper does, but the prefilter is so effective that the combination of the two should work great while allowing the engine to breathe a little more easily.

--mark

blacktiger · 11-08-2012, 07:05 AM

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So my pre-filter has been on for 6000 miles and I felt it was too dirty and I needed to clean it.

+ I'll have to do something about it sitting on wires and a lug on the frame as it'll wear through in time....

Now, to prevent (hopefully) those cables wearing through the pre-filter.....

I knocked up a cover out of modelling plastic sheet.
Hinge by Duct Tape.

As it'll sit in the hole....

It also blocks all the gaps around the frame and should stop the filter being contaminated with fling off the chain.

Motiger · 11-09-2012, 01:50 PM

I am looking for a pre filter that will fit on a tiger 800 road with ABS.
Anyone have a part number or someone that makes them?

rustynut2 · 11-09-2012, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Motiger

I am looking for a pre filter that will fit on a tiger 800 road with ABS.
Anyone have a part number or someone that makes them?

not sold around here yet, see this thread.....you are too late
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=818121

BlackBeast · 11-09-2012, 03:21 PM

Is there another group buy being planned?

Marsh Tiger · 11-09-2012, 05:43 PM

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Is there another group buy being planned?

I think you just volunteered ;)

swimmer · 11-10-2012, 04:07 PM

Someone posted in this thread several pages back about breaking a throttle cable and have to wait an extended amount of time for a replacement. For what it's worth I ordered a spare throttle and clutch cable from bike bandit on the night of 10/31. It arrived today. So in the case of not needing it right a way that's totally reasonable I think. A little less than $90 for both. Both made in Spain surprisingly. Under my seat they will be kept.

ThomasVolomitz · 11-10-2012, 04:14 PM

Good to know.

blacktiger · 11-11-2012, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by swimmer

Someone posted in this thread several pages back about breaking a throttle cable and have to wait an extended amount of time for a replacement. For what it's worth I ordered a spare throttle and clutch cable from bike bandit on the night of 10/31. It arrived today. So in the case of not needing it right a way that's totally reasonable I think. A little less than $90 for both. Both made in Spain surprisingly. Under my seat they will be kept.

I always run my spare cables alongside the original. Makes for a quick swap over if a breakage does occur.

11-08-2012, 06:06 AM	#14932
markbvt Beastly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2007 Location: Georgia, Vermont (that's one town, not two states) Oddometer: 2,397	My gas mileage didn't change noticeably after installing the prefilter either. Still, I'm thinking that since it works so well, I might abandon the OEM paper filters in the future and go with an easier-breathing K&N filter in the airbox. I had been avoiding using one because they let more dust through than paper does, but the prefilter is so effective that the combination of the two should work great while allowing the engine to breathe a little more easily. --mark __________________ '11 Triumph Tiger 800 XC / '03 Honda XR650L / '01 Triumph Bonneville cafe My ride reports: Missile silos, Labrador, twisties, and more Bennington Triumph Bash, May 31-June 2, 2013

11-09-2012, 01:50 PM	#14934
Motiger n00b Joined: Jul 2012 Oddometer: 5	Pre filter I am looking for a pre filter that will fit on a tiger 800 road with ABS. Anyone have a part number or someone that makes them?

11-09-2012, 03:21 PM	#14936
BlackBeast Studly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2006 Location: Ontario, CANADA Oddometer: 781	Is there another group buy being planned? __________________ Central America, South America & Africa on DR650's - BLOG

11-10-2012, 04:14 PM	#14939
ThomasVolomitz Not so Gnarly Joined: Aug 2010 Location: DDR c/o Honecker Oddometer: 3,978	Good to know. __________________ Doo Done

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11-07-2012, 12:44 PM	#14928
the_babaji Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Oddometer: 237	I have the abs version of that filter went on easy enough, but it is a much narrower filter than the non+abs version pictured above. I suspect that it actually restricting the airflow too much. I am not ready to make a full accusation right now, but I thought I would share my suspicions. I hope to test my hypothesis when I get some time. I hope I am wrong, its am slick setup. Sent from my GT-I9000 using Tapatalk 2

11-10-2012, 04:07 PM	#14938
swimmer armchair asshole Joined: Oct 2007 Location: tucson Oddometer: 2,561	Someone posted in this thread several pages back about breaking a throttle cable and have to wait an extended amount of time for a replacement. For what it's worth I ordered a spare throttle and clutch cable from bike bandit on the night of 10/31. It arrived today. So in the case of not needing it right a way that's totally reasonable I think. A little less than $90 for both. Both made in Spain surprisingly. Under my seat they will be kept.