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KTM 990 Motorcycles Gain Reusable Air Filter Designed to Add Power and Torque

8 Mar 2013

Side View of K&N's KTM 990 Motorcycle Air Finter

The 2013, 990 Adventure motorcycle is "a tribute to Baja, the land of the famous SCORE/Baja 1000, but also of multiple travel adventure rides and rallies," says KTM. The Austrian motorcycle, moped and bicycle manufacturer has been expanding their Travel Adventure line to meet the growing demands from the past decade.

K&N Air Finter for KTM 990 Motorcycles

K&N Air Finter for KTM 990 Motorcycles in Box

Motorcycles symbolize independence and the KTM 990 Adventure Baja will redefine the limits of freedom and where a 1000cc twin-powered motorcycle can deliver riders. Inspired by the often brutal long distance rally and adventure touring environment, K&N's KT-9907 high-flow, reusable air filter was developed for 2007 through 2013 KTM 990 models below.

Flow Chart for K&N KT-9907 KTM 990 Air Filter

K&N KT-9907 performance air filter is made with a pleated cotton media that can increase service intervals in extremely dusty, mucky and unruly off road riding conditions. K&N's KTM 990 replacement motorcycle air filter is designed to simply replace the existing filter within the OE airbox. K&N's KT-9907 air filter uses a deep pleated filter media that allows more airflow than the OE filter. It can improve performance and throttle response while protecting your engine.

Performance air filter KT-9907 is a washable and reusable filter that is easy to clean. K&N air filter cleaning instructions are easy to follow and available in a K&N Recharger Service Kit. For daily commuters and recreational riders, K&N's renowned Million Mile Limited Warranty^® insures that this will be the last air filter you'll ever purchase for your KTM 990. For KTM 990 riders who take their Adventure off the road, K&N KT-9907 is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase without mileage limitations.

K&N KT-9907 fits the following KTM 990 Adventure motorcycles:

2013 KTM 990 SM T
2013 KTM 990 Adventure
2012 KTM 990 SM T
2012 KTM 990 Adventure
2011 KTM 990 Supermoto
2011 KTM 990 SM T
2011 KTM 990 Adventure
2010 KTM 990 Supermoto
2010 KTM 990 SM T
2010 KTM 990 Adventure
2009 KTM 990 Adventure
2008 KTM 990 Super Duke
2008 KTM 990 Adventure
2007 KTM 990 Super Duke
2007 KTM 990 Adventure

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Team Babbitt's Tyler Bowers Leads in Points After AMA Arenacross Series Win at DCU Center

8 Mar 2013

After the inversion, Tyler Bowers found himself in the back row. In spite of his starting position, the rider prevailed and took the checkered flag.

Babbitt's Monster Energy/Amsoil Kawasaki recently rolled into the DCU Center in Worchester, Massachusetts, eager to get the 2013 AMA Arenacross series underway. With this season came change, as a new inversion rule would be in effect and there would be two main events. But change didn't detour Team Babbitt's focus. They were prepared to battle and had no other intentions than walking away victorious.

When asked his thoughts on the new rules, team manager, Denny Bartz explained that he wasn't necessarily a fan of the inversion but suggested it would prove entertaining for the fans. When asked about two main events, he said, "I don't mind it, but it needs to be more laps; fifteen minimum."

Referring to the team's expectations going into the season, Bartz continued, "We always try to win a championship. I think we have a solid program. Good support and products from all of our sponsors helps get the riders where they need to be."

With confidence on his team's side, Tyler Bowers was the "man to beat" coming into the opening round. Taking an early lead in the main event, the rider quickly separated himself from his competitors. Bowers remained in front of the pack during the entire race and when the dust had settled was the clear winner.

After racing in the opening event of the 2013 AMA Arenacross series, Tyler Bowers walked away with the overall points lead.

As a two-time defending champion, Bowers was no stranger to taking the podium. When asked what separates the rider from his competitors, the team manager's answer was short and to the point. "He always wants to win and believes he can."

Entering the second main event, fans and participants had the opportunity to get their first taste of the new inversion rule - the front row flipped giving bowers the last pick on the row.

Although experiencing a reputable start, Bowers was plagued with a mistake, as he stalled his bike on the "whoops" in the initial lap. In turn, he fell deep in the field of riders. Bowers managed to muscle his way back to the fifth spot before the waving of the checkered flag, earning him the third spot overall for the night.

The following and final night of the event brought with it another opportunity for Bowers to quench a burning desire to man a position on the podium. After a heated battle with his teammate in the first main event, Tyler Bowers made a pass with only four laps remaining. The rider never looked back and refused to let up, earning yet another victory.

Tyler Bowers and Team Babbitt's Monster/Energy Amsoil/Kawasaki is anticipating a season.

Prior to the second main event of the night, the new inversion rule reared its ugly head, leaving Bowers in the back row. Adversity was no reason to give up though, and the rider began to pick off his competitors immediately at the dropping of the gate.

Bowers methodically worked his way through the field and toward the front of the pack. He eventually took the lead, a position he managed to hold until crossing the finish line. It turned out to be a good weekend for Bowers and Team Babbitt's, as he took three of four main events and would head into round two of the series the overall points leader.

Although Tyler Bowers practically took all of the marbles on the opening event of the AMA Arenacross series, fans will notice two new faces that will be representing Team Babbitt's in 2013 as well. When asked if the addition of Zach Ames would prove beneficial this season, Bartz said, "Yes. He's always had the speed, but maybe lacked on his confidence and ability to pass. But he's improving in that area."

Referring to new team member, Tyler Villopoto, Bartz continued, "Tyler came into the season injured. I think it had affected his performance still, but he's improving as well."

Touching on the key to success throughout the remainder of the 2013, Bartz was quick to point out that with the points starting over during mid season, nothing more than one bad motto could lend to a position less than the championship.

That in mind, the team understands the importance of keeping their bikes in pristine mechanical condition. With full intentions of keeping the internal components of their engines contaminant free, they depend upon K&N products.

"Maintenance is very important," explained Bartz. "At the level these bikes are ridden, it's important to stay on top of everything. This is our eighth season to use K&N air filters and oil filters," he continued. "And we have shown a one-half to three-quarter horsepower gain on the dyno."

With proper maintenance, proven riding skills and an eagerness for victories, Team Babbitt's is anticipating a stellar 2013 season. When asked what fans can expect throughout the remainder of the season, Denny Bartz concluded, "Good results week after week and hopefully another championship!"

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2013 to 2016 Cadillac XTS with 3.6L Engine Gains Performance with K&N Lifetime Air Filter

8 Mar 2013

K&N 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Cadillac XTS 3.6L Air Filter

Last year when Cadillac retired the DTS and the STS, two über sedans that were all the rage with retired folks, according to demographics, people began to second guess GM's President Mark Reuss and his minion's judgment. Replacing two large luxury sedans with one hefty 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Cadillac XTS made no sense. Then Reuss spent months out on the interview circuit claiming his XTS was ready to do battle against the three leading iconic German sport sedans, which further fueled the crazy talk.

Performance Air Intake for 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Cadillac XTS 3.6L

Performance Air Filter for 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Cadillac XTS 3.6L

Now it is Reuss and his people that get the last laugh, because they actually pulled off the automotive miracle, being that the XTS with its spacious, high-tech cabin and available all-wheel drive redefines the large Cadillac sedan and the full-size luxury segment in general. The XTS is available only with GM's direct-injected 3.6-liter V6, which churns out 304 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and 264 lb-ft of torque, and it's mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. On the track that translates into a 6.9-second 0-60 mph time and a 15.3-second quarter mile at 92.6 mph.

Performance Air Filter for 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Cadillac XTS 3.6L with Box

Now, by merely upgrading the factory installed air filter with a K&N 33-2483 replacement air filter, you can experience high flow performance that makes it easier for your 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Cadillac XTS 3.6 liter engine to breathe. K&N high performance air filter 33-2483 is designed to increase horsepower and torque, while providing outstanding filtration and engine protection. K&N's Cadillac XTS air filter 33-2483 is very easy to install because it fits directly into the existing air box.

K&N 33-2483 performance air filter is a washable and reusable filter that's easy to clean when following the instructions in a K&N Recharger Kit (part no. 99-5050). Depending on your driving circumstances, service intervals can run up to 50,000 miles before cleaning is necessary. With K&N's renowned Million Mile Limited Warranty^®, this will be the last air filter you'll ever purchase for your 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Cadillac XTS.

K&N replacement air filter 33-2483 will fit the following Cadillac XTS models:

2016 CHEVROLET IMPALA 3.6L V6
2016 CADILLAC XTS 3.6L V6
2015 CHEVROLET IMPALA 3.6L V6
2015 CADILLAC XTS 3.6L V6
2014 CHEVROLET IMPALA 3.6L V6
2014 CADILLAC XTS 3.6L V6
2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Cadillac XTS 3.6L V6

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Cameron Hayley Wins NASCAR K&N Pro Series Race in UNOH Battle of the Beach at Daytona International

7 Mar 2013

NASCAR K&N Pro Series Cameron Hayley Victorious at UNOH Battle of the Beach

In a race filled with veterans from the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East and West, a pair of teenagers battled for the win in the inaugural UNOH Battle of the Beach at Daytona International Speedway.

Cameron Hayley, a 16-year-old from Calgary, Canada, won the crash-filled race, rubbing fenders with 15-year-old rookie Gray Gaulding from South Carolina on the final lap.

Hayley, making his first start for Gene Price Motorsports, led only one lap in the race. He led for a little more than a quarter mile, taking the lead from Gaulding on the final turn, and won the first NASCAR K&N Pro Series race of his career by 0.158 seconds.

Cameron Hayley, on the inside, beats Gray Gaulding, on the outside, to the K&N Pro Series checkered flag.

"I'm just lost for words," Hayley said. "I spent a whole year last year, I really wanted that win. We weren't able to get it. It was on a rail all night. I was just trying to save my stuff till the end. Save, save, save. Tires, brakes and just stay out of trouble."

He was able to stay out of trouble on a night when almost everyone crashed at one point. There were 10 cautions for 58 laps in the 155-lap race. Hayley's teammate, Greg Pursley, won the pole and led a race-high 127 laps. But he was collected in a late-race incident that knocked him out of the lead and nearly out of the top 10.

Michael Self took over the lead and was out front for 27 laps before a crash on the last lap created a green-white-checkered flag finish.

NASCAR K&N Pro Series inaugural race action at Daytona International Speedway

Gaulding had the lead on the restart, but Hayley worked his way around the South Carolina teenager. The two drivers locked front fenders out of turn 4 with Hayley scraping slightly ahead.

"At the end there, were got shuffled back," Hayley said. "That just shows you never give up. We ended up with the win. It was amazing."

Hayley said growing up in Canada didn't present many opportunities to race. But he started racing go-karts when he was a toddler and it kindled a passion that led him to NASCAR.

"I got into racing at a very young age," Hayley said. "Jeff Gordon became my idle very quickly. When I was 4 years old I got my first go-kart. It was just this tiny little thing. My dad put me in it for the first time and he was scared to death. He didn't know if I knew what the gas and brake was. That's kind of how my racing career began."

Gaulding, who was making his NASCAR K&N Pro Series debut, was second working his way to the front through the crashes during the final laps.

Serious excitement at NASCAR K&N Pro Series UNOH Battle of the Beach

"They were pretty wild for sure," Gaulding said. "I can't thank my team enough. They worked so hard all weekend. We just had an amazing race. It was my first K&N start, so to be able to come out here and battle for the win, almost had it, it's just a great opportunity to be here at Daytona. Being able to race here at 15 and nine days is truly an honor. To be able to almost win the race, it was really, really close."

Brian Ortiz overcame an early crash and finished third.

"It was a pretty interesting one," Ortiz said. "We started in the back and just tried to conserve the car and get into a pace. I really didn't know what was going to happen. We just kept working. We got the lucky dog like three yellows after. I'm really surprised we finished third. It was really crazy at the end. It's a great way to start the season."

Hayley said it was a tough race to win.

"There was tons of wrecks and it was really hard," Hayley said. "We got into trouble with 20 (Gaulding) to go I believe, and we got shuffled back to 15th. We just needed to keep pushing and pushing. I was sitting there on that last restart, all I was thinking is they're going to wreck in front of me. There's going to be something happening in front of me. My crew chief and my spotter were coming over the radio and saying, just be patient, be patient. When you see a hole, go." Ryan Gifford was fourth and Ben Kennedy, the great grandson of NASCAR founder Bill France Sr., was fifth.

The NASCAR K&N Pro Series West season starts at Phoenix International Raceway on March 2.

The NASCAR K&N Pro Series East season begins at Bristol Motor Speedway in Tennessee on March 16.

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Modified Scion FR-S Featured by 742 Marketing and C.E.O. Jeff Maldonado at SEMA

7 Mar 2013

Custom 2013 Scion FR-S in motion after SEMA

According to Jeff Maldonado, C.E.O. at 742 Marketing, the company has been attending SEMA for the past five years. They have also been providing a service for other builders for four years, networking and getting support from various companies, which is an essential for any project vehicle to come to fruition. That said, Maldonado and his crew are no strangers to what it takes to build a car that will awe those attending the event.

Maldonado's car was unlike any other Scion FR-S at SEMA

Our focus as a marketing company is to give companies like K&N the peace of mind of sponsorship and product placement," explained the C.E.O.. "All of our vehicles are hand picked to fulfill their sponsorship's responsibilities."

As SEMA 2012 neared, Maldonado considered a 2013 Scion FR-S as the perfect make and model of his personal build, that would serve as a company demo vehicle. "It takes a lot of work, time, dedication to the industry, and great relationships with manufacturers," he stated in reference to the build.

This 2013 Scion FR-S displayed K&N air intake at SEMA show

"I've always worked on keeping my projects clean and legit," he assured. "But every builder has different ideas, and we have to be able to support that."

With the exact car he wanted in hand, it was time for Maldonado to begin the build, making modifications that would ultimately fulfill his goals and aspirations. With aesthetics and quality in mind, he went with an Extreme Dimensions/Carbon Creations full bodykit and carbon parts.

742 Marketing's Jeff Maldonado brought Scion FR-S to SEMA

Prior to the show, Maldonado referred to this particular modification as the most radical in the build that would likely earn the most attention. "It has to be the bodykit and the carbon parts that are going on it," he explained. "It will definitely be much different than all of the other FR-S's at SEMA this year."

Even though the car's body turned heads at SEMA 2012, there were also several other modifications that lent to the overall look, feel, and performance of the vehicle at the project's end. Complimenting the car's body were a set of Konig Wheels and TOYO Tires, accented with JDM Racing lug nuts and their fender washers. Lurking behind the tires is a crucial component to the car's braking abilities,and the owner was confident in the capabilities of R1 Concept rotors.

Now that SEMA is over Maldonado wants to take the Scion FR-S to the next level

Of course the exterior look was of utmost importance to the builder, but he had full intentions of making the inside of the car equally as impressive. Maldonado opted to go with a Memphis Audio system set-up, and added pizazz to the build with Katzkin interior and NRG accesories.

With aesthetics taken care of, Jeff Maldonado focused on completing the project with a few mechanical changes. Striving for superior handling, he opted to install a Megan Racing Coil System. An Odyssey battery provided ease of mind when it came to dependability. Understanding that the life of the vehicle depended upon proper lubrication, he went with AMSOIL lubricants.

Modified Scion FR-S made an impression at 2012 SEMA

Of course, one's filtering system is essential in keeping one's lubricants running contaminant free, which in turn lends to a clean and well-performing engine. That in mind, the car owner turned to K&N products. "I've had a relationship with K&N for a while now," explained Maldonado. "The first time I used K&N, I bought it from Ebay in 2006. They offer performance, enhancement and a nice, clean look."

"Lucio and I work on a few vehicles every year, and my rides always get K&N over the other brands," he continued, "A lot because of the performance, but also because of the commitment and and history that we have with K&N."

742 Marketing featured this Scion FR-S at SEMA

SEMA 2012 is now behind Jeff Maldonado and his fellow attendees of the event, but that's no indication that they will not continue to receive the fruit of their labors. According to the C.E.O. a feature article and photo shoot has already been confirmed with Pasmag. "I am hoping to get more as I go," he shared."

When asked his future goals, Maldonado said, "To take the FR-S to the next level., and return to SEMA with a fresh, new look." With an acute understanding that it takes the support of a village to build a project car, the owner was quick to thank his supporters. "I want to thank K&N and Lucio for always believing in me and 742 Marketing," he concluded. "And I look forward to many more years to come."

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