You should replace your motorcycle's air filter approximately every 10,000 miles or once a year. If you drive in environments with more dirt and dust, you will need to change your air filter more often. The air filter is the lungs of the motorcycle engine, controlling the intake of air into the engine and acting as air guards, which is essential for the engine to have the correct mixture of air and fuel. So what is the air filter change interval on a motorcycle? Generally, it is recommended that you replace your motorcycle's air filter every 20,000 kilometers (12,000 miles).
The air cleaner must also be checked during maintenance, i.e. if the filter is clogged with dirt during inspection, you should replace the filter. Other symptoms that indicate filter replacement include: darkening of the air filter color, exhaust failing to ignite, decreased mileage and power, and power delay on the motorcycle. Let's discuss in detail the frequency of replacement of air filters, what bicycle manufacturers recommend, the symptoms of a clogged air filter and the effects of the clogged filter on the motorcycle. A motorcycle's air filter needs to be changed every 20,000 kilometers (12,000 miles).
In addition, the air filter must be checked during each motorcycle maintenance period. That is, check and inspect the air filter (air filter) every 3000 miles (5000 kilometers) of distance traveled. Inside the air cleaner, only the filter screen should be replaced, since it is the one that will clog from time to time. Although the recommended frequency to change your air filter is 20,000 kilometers (12,000 miles), you should consider changing it much earlier if you are cycling in unusually wet or dusty areas. Driving in dusty and unusually humid areas causes the air filter to clog much faster than usual. Manufacturers also recommend changing the air filter around the 20,000 km (12,000 mile) distance mark.
If you want to know the exact time to replace your motorcycle's air filter, you can consult your motorcycle's owner's manual. Here are some of the recommendations collected from different bicycle manufacturers regarding the frequency of changing the air filter (air filter) on a motorcycle. For Honda motorcycles, the frequency of air filter replacement is every 12,000 miles (20,000 kilometers) of distance traveled. It is also recommended that Triumph Thunderbird motorcycles change their air filters every 20,000 kilometers (12,000 miles).
For Kawasaki motorcycles, the frequency of air filter replacement is every 11,400 miles (18,000 kilometers) of distance traveled. In general, the average frequency for air filter change is around 12,000 miles for all of these manufacturers. That's why you should replace your bicycle's air filter every 20,000 kilometers (12,000 miles) of distance traveled and have it checked every 3000 miles (5000 kilometers).The clogged air filter can dramatically affect motorcycle performance as it acts as a gatekeeper for air intake into the system. In addition to the usual replacement time for every 12,000 miles (20,000 kilometers) of distance traveled, here are some indicators of a clogged air filter that needs to be checked and replaced. First, check if the air filter is blackened.
Open the air cleaner cover and remove the air filter from the motorcycle. If it is blackened and has too much dirt to clean then it's time to replace it. Usually an undamaged air cleaner will be light in color - usually yellow or white - but if there is too much dirt then its light color will turn black. Second, an excess of exhaust faults is another indicator of a clogged air filter. Exhaust misfire occurs when unburned fuel enters the exhaust system due to an insufficient amount of air-fuel mixture entering into it.
If there is too much exhaust misfire then it's necessary to check and replace your motorcycle's air filter. Thirdly, if your motorcycle's power and mileage have been reduced in recent weeks then it's a good indication that your bike's air filter needs servicing or replacing. This reduction in both fuel power and mileage is due to an insufficient amount of air-fuel mixture entering into its combustion chamber. Finally, a power delay may be another indication that your motorcycle's air filter may not work properly.
As long as it works properly it will not allow enough air to enter its injection system or inlet valve. Whenever you have a clogged or damaged air filter on your motorcycle its main impact will be on its ability to get an adequate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of an appropriate amount of air-fuel mixture entering into its engine. This will affect engine performance resulting in low mileage and horsepower as well as fuel efficiency and overall performance. A clogged or damaged air filter can also cause the carburetor to fill with dirt as well as gas faucets and fuel lines becoming clogged.
The only solution will be to disassemble the carburetor and clean it which can be a daunting task. The engine valves will open for both fuel intake and air intake regardless if the air cleaner works or not but when it becomes clogged they will tighten up preventing sufficient amounts of air from entering into its injection system.
