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The K&N 2015 and 2016 Chevy Colorado 3.6L V6 and GMC Canyon 3.6L V6 air intake system is expert-engineered and guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque

After a three-year absence from the United States the Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon have been reintroduced for the 2015 model year. The standard engine for the 2015 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon is a 2.5L Ecotec inline four cylinder engine which first debuted in the 2013 Chevy Malibu and the Cadillac ATS. The available 305 horsepower 3.6-liter LFX V6 engine found in several other Buick, Cadillac, and Chevrolet models including the Camaro makes the 2015 and 2016 Colorado and Canyon the most powerful mid-size pickup currently available in North America. Even though the Colorado and Canyon best its competition by over 40 horsepower, there’s never any harm in improving performance.

The 305 horsepower optional V6 engine makes the 2015 and 2016 Colorado and Canyon the most powerful mid-size pickup currently available in the North American market

By simply installing a K&N performance air intake, such as number 77-3088KP, 2015 and 2016 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon V6 owners can increase acceleration and add more power for hauling, towing, and even everyday driving. The K&N 2015 and 2016 Chevy Colorado 3.6L V6 and GMC Canyon 3.6L V6 air intake system is expert-engineered and guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque. It replaces the restrictive factory system with a free-flowing, mandrel-bent aluminum air intake tube to help minimize restriction, straighten, and increase airflow to the engine. The intake tube is then finished with a bright, chrome-like, appearance for good looks and durability.

The K&N 2015 and 2016 Chevy Colorado 3.6L V6 and GMC Canyon 3.6L V6 air intake system includes an air filter heat shield which helps to guard cooler air from heat in the engine compartment

A K&N high-flow chrome top conical air filter RF-1042XD is fitted to the inlet side of the K&N 2015 Colorado and Canyon intake system to provide superior airflow and superior performance w ithout sacrificing filtration efficiency. The filter is washable and reusable and can go up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions. When it does come time to service the K&N air filter, cleaning can be easily completed using one of K&N’s readily available Recharger air filter service kits. The K&N 2015 Chevy Colorado 3.6L V6 and GMC Canyon 3.6L V6 air intake system includes an application specific air filter heat shield which helps to guard cooler air entering the engine from heat in the engine compartment.

On the dyno, when installed on a 2015 Chevy Colorado V6, K&N 77-3088KP air intake system produced an estimated additional 10.34 horsepower and 16.01 pound-feet of torque

Because the K&N 2015 and 2016 Chevy Colorado 3.6L V6 and GMC Canyon 3.6L V6 air intake system is designed to decrease restriction, and increase airflow, it is able to make impressive performance gains in horsepower and torque throughout the entire RPM range of the already powerful optional 3.6L V6 engine. On the dyno, when installed on a 2015 and 2016 Chevrolet Colorado 3.6L V6, the 77-3088KP performance air intake system produced an estimated additional 10.34 horsepower at 5823 rpm and 16.01 pound-feet of torque at a low 3,552 rpm. By increasing power the engine will expend less energy to cruise down the highway or help during full throttle acceleration situations.

The 2015 and 2016 Chevy Colorado 3.6L V6 and GMC Canyon 3.6L V6 air intake system is an easy to install performance upgrade that can be installed in about 90 minutes or less using basic hand tools, and by following K&N’s simple step-by-step instructions. This performance air intake upgrade maintains all necessary factory connections and does not require any additional modifications for proper fitment or to experience improved performance. K&N backs its air filters and air intake systems with a 10-year/million mile limited warranty so owners can rest assured that their intake system can stand up to tough conditions for years to come.

Whether the 2015 or 2016 Chevy Colorado 3.6L V6 and GMC Canyon 3.6L V6 is used as a reliable daily driver, dedicated workhorse, or something in between, the K&N 77-3088KP Performance Air Intake system will provide increased performance with better engine sound for years to come.

Performance air intake system 77-3088KP is guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque on the Chevrolet and GMC models listed below:

2016 GMC Canyon 3.6L V6
2016 Chevrolet Colorado 3.6L V6
2015 GMC Canyon 3.6L V6
2015 Chevrolet Colorado 3.6L V6

Find additional air intakes for your Chevrolet Colorado / GMC Canyon, or another vehicle, using the search by vehicle tool on KNFilters.com or view the GMC Canyon Air Intakes or Chevy Colorado Air Intakes pages. To find a dealer near you, please use the K&N Dealer Search function.

In addition to the improved performance and high-flow design of K&N replacement air filters, the pleated construction allows K&N air filters to go longer than before service is required

The Harley-Davidson Motor Company has faced a lot of competition from Japanese motorcycle manufacturers for decades. Harley has maintained its grip on the more affluent purchasers of heavy-weight cruiser motorcycles; however the Motor Company was missing an opportunity to capture the attention of younger buyers. With smaller motorcycles from Yamaha and Honda taking a bite out of the Harley Sportster’s sales, the empire strikes back with a line of smaller, lighter, more affordable motorcycles, the Harley-Davidson Street family. The Harley-Davidson Street line, available in 500 or 750 cc versions, embodies Dark Custom attitude with liquid-cooled Harley-Davidson muscle built to conquer the urban world.

The most notable departure from traditional Harley engineering is the liquid-cooled, overhead camshaft, V-Twin engine used in the Harley-Davidson Street XG750 & XG500 Family

When developing the Street 500 and Street 750 motorcycles, Harley-Davidson broke away from many of its traditional characteristics. The most notable departure from traditional Harley engineering is the liquid-cooled V-Twin engine used in the Street Family. While a liquid cooled twin has been used in the Harley V-Rod line for years now, the Street 500 and Street 750 motorcycles use an all-new architecture. One of the main reasons for the liquid cooling and overhead camshafts, was the ability to squeeze additional power out of a smaller package. The Harley Street 750 produces power on par with its main competition, however owners of Harley Street 500 and Street 750 models should equip their bike with superior airflow and superior performance gained by installing a K&N high-flow replacement motorcycle air filter.

Installation of K&N replacement air filter, number HD-4915, for 2015 and 2016 Harley Street 750 & 500 models does not require additional modifications for fitment or improved performance

In addition to the improved performance that results from the high-flow design of K&N replacement air filters, the pleated construction allows K&N air filters to go longer than stock filters before servicing is required. Plus, the ability to wash and reuse a K&N replacement air filter will save money on parts and maintenance over time. K&N replacement air filter HD-4915 is precision engineered to replace the factory disposable air filter and air filter backing plate of 2015 and Harley-Davidson XG750 and XG500 Street models with simple installation behind the factory air cleaner lid. Installation of K&N replacement air filter HD-4915 does not require additional modifications for fitment or improved performance. Just as they would when installing a factory Harley air filter, Harley Street owners will need to reuse the rubber gasket which seals the lid to the backing plate. Dropping in a K&N replacement air filter is one of the most straight forward and easy performance enhancements that 2015 and 2016 Harley-Davidson XG750 and XG500 Street owners can perform.

K&N has rated the 2015 Harley-Davidson XG750 and XG500 Street replacement air filter, number HD-4915, at 98.97% efficient overall

K&N designs its replacement air filters to achieve a balance of superior airflow, filtration efficiency, dirt capacity, and superior performance over the stock disposable filter. K&N replacement air filter HD-4915 is designed to provide excellent airflow without sacrificing filtration efficiency. By following ISO 5011 testing protocols during in-house filtration testing, K&N has rated the 2015 and 2016 Harley-Davidson XG750 and XG500 Street replacement air filter at 98.97% efficient overall. Additionally, K&N replacement air filters are backed by a 10-year/million mile limited warranty to ensure that 2015 Harley-Davidson XG750 and XG500 Street owners will receive superior airflow and superior performance for years to come.

K&N replacement air filter HD-4915 is designed to fit the following Harley Street models:

2016 Harley Davidson XG750 Street 46 CI
2016 Harley Davidson XG500 Street 30 CI
2015 Harley Davidson XG750 Street 46 CI
2015 Harley Davidson XG500 Street 30 CI

Use the search by vehicle tool to find additional Harley-Davidson XG500 Street and XG750 Street upgrades, such as a premium wrench-off motorcycle oil filter, or performance parts for other vehicles. Use the K&N dealer search to find an authorized K&N dealer in almost any part of the world.

David Mayhew won the 21 Means 21 Pole Award presented by Coors Lite for being the fast qualifier and led the first 92 laps at Shasta Speedway before suffering mechanical issues

Chris Eggleston patiently waited and tracked down James Bickford making a late pass with 5 laps to go and captured the win .705 seconds ahead of Bickford at the finish line

NASCAR K&N Pro Series West veteran David Mayhew had a great beginning in the Bill Schmitt Memorial 150 at Shasta Speedway in Anderson, California. Mayhew was the fastest qualifier on the 3/8 mile oval with a lap time of 15.873 seconds at 85.050 miles per hour. Mayhew won the 21 Means 21 Pole Award presented by Coors Lite for being the fast qualifier and would go on to lead the first 92 laps at Shasta Speedway. Unfortunately David Mayhew was forced to pull off the track with mechanical issues on lap 92 and James Bickford, the 2014 Sunoco Rookie of the Year, inherited the lead.

As the race wound down it seemed as if James Bickford was set to pick up his second NASCAR K&N Pro Series West win. However, Chris Eggleston patiently waited and tracked down Bickford making a late pass with 5 laps to go and captured the win. Eggleston wound up .705 seconds ahead of Bickford at the finish line and more than four seconds over the rest of the field on the .375-mile track. “I thought we were going to have to settle for second,” said Eggleston. “But I never quit. I just kept digging it with all we could. The 6 car started to slip just a little bit and it was just enough to get a run on him.”

With his win, Chris Eggleston took over the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West championship points lead by 12 over Gracin Raz and 15 over Noah Gragson

One autographed K&N Pro Series mini Bell replica helmet will be given away through K&N’s official Twitter feed twitter.com/knfilters after all 28 NASCAR K&N Pro Series East & West races

This was Eggleston’s third win in nine career NASCAR K&N Pro Series West starts for the 26-year-old from Erie, Colorado. He is running his first full-time season for Bill McAnally Racing. Eggleston won earlier this year at California's Irwindale Speedway. Behind James Bickford Johnny White finished third and Gracin Raz was fourth. Buddy Shepherd, 15, was fifth in his first career series start.

With his win, Chris Eggleston took over the K&N West Series championship points lead by 12 over Gracin Raz and 15 over Noah Gragson. Gragson entered the event with the points lead but ended up 16th after suffering a flat tire, while Mayhew wound up 20th. Ryan Partridge is now fourth in points and James Bickford is fifth. The NASCAR K&N Pro Series West next races on June 27 in the Carneros 200 at California's Sonoma Raceway.

This K&N Yamaha Bolt performance upgrade comes complete with all necessary mounting hardware and step by step installation instructions

The 2014 Yamaha Star XVS950 Bolt and XVS950R Bolt R-Spec motorcycles are powered by a 58-cubic-inch (942cc) air-cooled 4-stroke, V-twin, SOHC, 4-valve, fuel injected engine

In 2014 the Star Motorcycle division of Yamaha Motor U.S.A threw a wrench in the works of their competitors. There has been a shift in the motorcycle cruiser market over the last few years. Motorcycle manufacturers, like the Yamaha Star Motorcycles division, have taken notice of the growing number of younger motorcyclists seeking stylish, fun-to-ride, middle weight cruiser motorcycles. Yamaha has penetrated this market segment with the 2014 Yamaha Star XVS950 Bolt and XVS950R Bolt R-Spec motorcycles.

The 2014 Yamaha Star XVS950 Bolt and XVS950R Bolt R-Spec motorcycles are powered by a 58-cubic-inch (942cc) air-cooled 4-stroke, V-twin, SOHC, 4-valve, fuel injected engine which provides sufficient power considering the mid-size cruiser’s 540 lb wet weight. However, that’s not to say that the 2014 Yamaha Star XVS950 Bolt or XVS950R Bolt R-Spec couldn’t benefit from the addition of a few extra ponies and lb-ft of torque. A boost in power could come in handy when riding two up, or even if deciding to add saddlebags or a sissy bar bag and do some touring on the 2014, 2015 and 2016 Yamaha Bolt. In addition to the K&N stock replacement air filter, number YA-9514, K&N offers a high-performance custom open element air cleaner assembly for the 2014-2016 Yamaha Star XVS950 Bolt and XVS950R Bolt R-Spec, part number RK-3940.

K&N created a custom Yamaha bolt black powder coated aluminum backing plate, with integrated velocity stacks, to provide a solid mounting surface for a world-famous K&N high-flow air filter

In addition to providing an aesthetic improvement for the 2014-2016 Yamaha Bolt and Bolt R-Spec, K&N air cleaner RK-3940 is dyno proven to increase horsepower and torque

K&N started by creating a custom black powder coated aluminum backing plate, with integrated velocity stacks, to provide a solid mounting surface for a world-famous K&N high-flow air filter. Included with the K&N 2014, 2015 and 2016 Yamaha Bolt aftermarket air cleaner is a custom K&N air filter E-3982 specifically designed to fit the Bolt intake and provide superior airflow as well as superior performance. Finishing off the 2014-2016 Yamaha Bolt performance air cleaner from K&N is a billet aluminum top plate, powder coated black, and sent back to the CNC machine for contrast cut reliefs and a K&N logo to let everyone know you’re running the World’s best air filter.

In addition to providing an aesthetic improvement for the 2014-2016 Yamaha Bolt and Bolt R-Spec, K&N air cleaner RK-3940 is dyno proven to increase horsepower and torque on an otherwise stock 2014, 2015 and 2016 Yamaha Bolt XVS950. K&N established baseline horsepower and torque numbers for the 2014-2016 Yamaha Bolt before upgrading the original air cleaner assembly to a K&N high-performance unit. On the dyno a 2014 Yamaha XVS950 Bolt produced an estimated additional 7.14 horsepower at 5,313 RPM and an equally beneficial 4.81 lb-ft of torque at 4,581 RPM. Like any good V-Twin cruiser engine, the 2014 Yamaha bolt produces more torque than horsepower, however with the installation of K&N performance air cleaner RK-3940 that gap becomes narrower.

On the dyno a 2014 Yamaha XVS950 Bolt produced an estimated additional 7.14 horsepower and 4.81 lb-ft of torque with the installation of part number RK-3940t

Owners of 2014, 2015 and 2016 Yamaha Star XVS950 Bolt and XVS950R Bolt R-Spec motorcycles need not worry that the installation of a K&N performance air cleaner assembly will put their Japanese cruiser at risk. Significant testing was performed to ensure proper fit, function, and filtration on 2014-2016 Yamaha Star XVS950 Bolt and XVS950R Bolt R-Spec motorcycles. K&N backs the 2014-2016 Yamaha Bolt air cleaner RK-3940 with a 10-year/million mile limited warranty to give consumers confidence when buying K&N products. This Yamaha Bolt performance upgrade comes complete with all necessary mounting hardware and step by step installation instructions. Installation can be performed in almost no time flat and with commonly available hand tools. No additional modifications are needed to 2014, 2015 and 2016 Yamaha Star XVS950 Bolt and XVS950R Bolt R-Spec motorcycles to experience the enhanced performance of a K&N RK series air cleaner assembly.

K&N high-performance air cleaner RK-3940 is designed to add a boost in power and acceleration to the following Yamaha Bolt models:

2016 Yamaha XVS950 BOLT R-SPEC 942
2016 Yamaha XVS950 BOLT C-SPEC 942
2016 Yamaha XVS950 BOLT 942
2015 Yamaha XVS950 BOLT R-SPEC 942
2015 Yamaha XVS950 BOLT 942
2014 Yamaha XVS950 BOLT R-SPEC 942
2014 Yamaha XVS950 BOLT 942

Use the search by vehicle tool to find additional Yamaha XVS950 Bolt upgrades, such as a premium wrench-off oil filter, or performance parts for other vehicles. Use the K&N dealer search to find an authorized K&N dealer in almost any part of the world.

At the X Games Harley-Davidson Flat-Track event Cory Texter will ride the number 65, his father Randy Texter’s number, Racing Unlimited Kawasaki EX650

The AMA Grand National Championship racing series has a long and illustrious history fueled by early rivalries between the Harley-Davidson Motor Company and the Indian Motorcycle Manufacturing Company. Flat track racing is the oldest form of motorcycle racing and the Harley-Davidson Motor Company remains highly involved in the sport. Harley is currently the title sponsor of the Harley-Davidson Grand National Championship 1 (GNC1) series. K&N is also deeply rooted in motorcycle racing. Before the invention of the World’s Best Air Filter, K&N sold motorcycles, motorcycle accessories, and supported a large K&N factory race team. K&N supported some of motorcycle racing’s finest including Johnny Issics, Ralph White, Stevie Nichols, and even a three-time world motorcycle grand prix champion, “King” Kenny Roberts.

These days the GNC1 field has become more diverse with serious contenders riding Harley XR750, Kawasaki Ninja EX650, Ducati, KTM, Suzuki and for 2015 Yamaha powered twin-cylinder motorcycles. These racers must embody both intelligence and guts as they race around flat dirt oval tracks, sometimes longer than a mile, bar to bar at speeds up to 130 mph on the straightaway. Also new for 2015 is the inclusion of Harley-Davidson Flat-Track racing in the popular ESPN-fueled X Games festival of extreme sports. Also setting a precedent in X Games competition are the Texter siblings who hail from Pennsylvania. Cory Texter, age 27, and Shayna Texter, age 24, will soon be the first brother and sister tandem to be invited to the X Games in any event in its 20-year history. “There’s no other brother and sister in the world that went to X Games together. For us being the first in history, it’s definitely cool and something special that we’ll treasure forever,” said Shayna Texter.

While the Texters were born into a racing family they didn’t always have aspirations of professional racing careers on their mind. It wasn’t until 2004 when the duo began entering flat track racing with the support of their father Randy Texter. The Texter siblings soon discovered they had a talent for pitching motorcycles into flat dirt corners and began to win races. Cory turned pro in 2007 and Shayna soon followed. It wasn’t always easy for these two young racers after losing their father in 2010 due to complications from his battle with cancer. Both Cory and Shayna struggled for a while following the death of their father. The two had to lean on one another more than ever before in 2011. Cory took a year off of racing to support his sister Shayna who became the first female in AMA history to win a GNC2 Pro Singles main event in 2011.

Shayna Texter will be aboard the number 52 Crosley Radio Kawasaki EX650 at the X Games Harley-Davidson Flat-Track event

“Shayna winning Knoxville put us on the map as a family and kick started our careers,” said Cory. Cory took on the marketing aspect of their careers while Shayna picked up a wrench and took a hands-on approach with her motorcycles. “I enjoy it a lot. I almost enjoy working on them sometimes more than I enjoy riding them,” joked Shayna Texter. Although flat-track racing is the oldest form of motorcycle racing, the sport doesn’t enjoy the fame and bright lights of other forms of motorcycle competition, like Supercross. All that could begin to change come Thursday May 4th in Austin, Texas when flat track racing is thrust in front of thousands of extreme sports fanatics. “If you told me five years ago that we would be in the X Games I would have laughed at you. It’s never been on the radar,” said Cory. “It’s a really big deal. The X Games are something everyone knows. If I tell someone I race flat-track, they often don’t know what it is. It goes in one ear and out the other.”

The first ever Harley-Davidson Flat-Track racing event of the X Games will take place Thursday May 4th at 8:30 PM. 24 invite-only flat track racers will race bar to bar on a 3/8 mile course in Austin, Texas. Different for the X Games will be the motocross-style starting gate instead of the AMA Pro Flat Track style start of gridded rows. The 24 invitees will be thinned down to a 12-person main event. At the X Games Cory Texter will ride the number 65, Randy Texter’s number, Racing Unlimited Kawasaki EX650. Shayna will be aboard the number 52 Crosley Radio Kawasaki EX650. All things aside, once the Texter siblings line up at the starting gate it will be like any other race. They will be determined to be faster than the entire field including each other. “We’re friends, we’re colleagues, we’re teammates, and we’re rivals. We’re quite the combination,” said Cory.