The store will not work correctly when cookies are disabled.
We use cookies to make your experience better.To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. Learn more.
German automobile manufacturer, Audi, has been around for 100 years. Audi is well-known for their development of luxury cars and SUV's. Some of these classy models include the S8, A8 and the all-wheel-drive A8 Quattro.
Replacement Air Filter for Audi S8, A8 and A8 Quattro
K&N offers the Audi S8, A8 and A8 Quattro a lifetime of performance with the addition of their K&N high-flow cotton air filter (E-1992). K&N replacement air filters are washable and reusable and backed by the famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty. The E-1992 will be the last air filter you will ever need for your Audi.
The E-1992 is designed to fit the 2006, 2007, 2009 and 2010 Audi S8 with the 5.2L V10 engine, non-US 2008 Audi S8 5.2L V10, 2004 to 2010 Audi A8 with the 6.0L W12 engine, 2004, 2009 and 2010 Audi A8 Quattro with the 6.0L W12 engine and the non-US 2005 to 2008 Audi A8 Quattro 6.0L W12. Adding performance is easy with the simple drop-in design of the E-1992. The Audi S8, A8, and A8 Quattro utilize a duel-airbox design so two air filters will be required.
The unique round shape of this air filter uses the space available in the original airbox and allows a large amount of air into enter the engine. When combined with the excellent filtration and engine protection, provided by the filter, the E-1992 is a great addition to these Audi models.
This particular story comes with a warning - for-crying-out-loud don't even think of attempting any of these stunts at home. It's tough enough keeping a motorcycle rubber-side-down at all times without adding any additional shenanigans. These guys are highly trained professionals with mad skills. Having said that - man if this isn't one of the most entertaining things you'll ever witness. XDL riders appear to be operating within laws of physics unbeknownst to the rest of us.
Brian Bubash performs motorcycle burnout
The XDL Championship Series is the only national stunt riding championship anywhere and it's now in its fifth season. We asked the series founder, Randy Grube, what the XDL stood for?
"This is supposed to be classified. Or at least we've been acting that way, so people have actually stopped asking. In 2008 and 2009 that was the big question. As with so many things, the name XDL ended up getting used by accident. We did an event in 2005 that combined drifting with stunt bikes called the Xtreme Drifting League (XDL). The stunt riders we invited were so impressed with that event that they started talking about it on the forums," explains Grube.
Aprilia All Star Challenge 2008
Six months later, when it was time to start the series Grube wanted to call the series the United States Stunt Riding Championship (USSRC). He discovered though that there was already so much equity in the name XDL that he decided to stick with it.
"At that time it made little sense to me, but I went with my gut. Now I'm glad we did and best of all, drifting has become somewhat of a staple at the top level of the sport, so the name is kind of fitting after all."
Bill Dixon performs the Sickest Trick
This October Grube is previewing his new TV show called 'Inside XDL' on VERSUS. It's a half-hour show that runs for six weeks and ends the week before Thanksgiving. The show is about the growth of the series and the fight for the National Championship. Inside XDL is a reality drama that focuses heavily on the athletes and their perspective on things. It's specifically designed so that anyone into action sports will enjoy it.
And yes, XDL is definitely gearing to be a part of the X Games. "We've been talking to them since 2009 and hope to do something with them soon," adds Grube.
"Having K&N back is great" says Grube. "K&N is a global top-tier brand. So for us to have them on board is quite significant. As with many things in life, the K&N relationship developed a bit through coincidence. I had unsuccessfully tried to pitch K&N in the early years, but as XDL started growing, and we started getting a reputation for doing good work and moving the sport forward, we started getting on the radar screen of some of the more traditional companies. I started working with both Nick O'Kane and Johnny Jump, and we clicked right away. I forgot who of the two it was that sent me the first e-mail, but having K&N approach us made it a lot easier because they already knew of XDL and liked it."
We also had to asked how brutal the learning curve is for most of the stunts and if one particular bike is favored over another?
As with everything, there has been a lot of progress in the sport," says Grube. "Back in the day bikes didn't have crash cages so every missed trick meant days or weeks in the shop. It took a long time to perfect new tricks. Today everyone uses cages, custom controls, specialized sub-frames and seat cut outs.
Some guys even have bikes that are built from the ground up for stunt competitions."
"The average pro-bike can take a lot of abuse now," adds Grube. "But, just like in any sport, to be at the top requires hours and hours of daily practice and dedication. The bike itself is more like a skateboard now; it gets tossed around a lot but just keeps going."
"As for what kind of bike we use, for the last few years the bike of choice has been the Kawasaki 636, but a lot of bikes are being ridden by the pros, including Aprilia, BMW, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki and even the odd Harley."
The next competition takes place April 9 and 10, at Havasu 95 Speedway, in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. For more info visit www.xdlshow.com
"This place is fast, wide open, and tight, you go out there and have to be willing to lay it out for the entire race," says Meyers
Jason Meyers and his Elite Racing Team took on Kasey's King of Bulls Gap, at Volunteer Speedway in Bulls Gap, Tennessee, and drove away with the crown. That makes Meyers the only driver to have finished in the top-ten in every World of Outlaws race this season. With this victory Meyers now claims the points lead in the series.
With this victory Meyers now claims the points lead in the World of Outlaws Series
"I told someone today that the best part of this race is when the checkered flag flies and you can finally take a breath. This place is fast, wide open, and tight. Eight laps go by quickly and so do thirty-five. You kind of go out there and lay it out for the entire race," remarked Meyers. Meyers won the race by over a three second margin.
Ever the total team player, Meyers dilutes his contribution to Elite Racing’s success and places it smack on the team.
"This group of individuals has learned how to work together to achieve great things and we are doing it. Through hard work, dedication, and the right coach, this team has developed into an amazing group, which in my opinion, is capable of winning championships. From the chemistry within the team to the cohesion present between our sponsors and partners, such as K&N, this team is working together to win championships."
What's up next for Meyers and the Elite Racing Team?
"More of the same," says Meyers. We aren't done yet and there is a long season ahead. During our next two weeks away from the track, we have numerous projects planned and test days to get better. You can never rest in this sport. If you do, someone will pass you up. The World of Outlaws is once again becoming even more competitive in 2010, and we all have a lot of work ahead if we want to win this championship."
K&N Air Intake Installed on 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 3.6L V6
Dyno Chart for 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 3.6L V6
The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 3.6L V6 rises above all that you would expect from an all-American muscle car. Great looks, quality interior and an abundance of performance separate the 2010 Camaro from others in its class. Quick acceleration and excellent handling also make the 2010 Chevy Camaro a fun and exhilarating car to drive.
K&N Cold Air Intake System for 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 3.6L V6
For added performance, K&N designed an air intake system (63-3075) that boosts horsepower while protecting your engine from elements that could damage your engine. The 2010 Camaro will really scream after this simple modification. The 63-3075 was dyno tested and shown to increase the 2010 Chevy Camaro 3.6L V6 by just under 15 horsepower at 6200 RPM.
The 63-3075 air intake replaces the restrictive factory air filter and intake housing with a custom intake tube and K&N high-flow air filter (RF-1042). By smoothing and straightening air-flow to your engine and allowing air to flow easier into your engine, more horsepower is achieved.
K&N air intakes use a washable and reusable air filter and are backed by a Million Mile Limited Warranty.
Installation of the 2010 Chevy Camaro air intake system has been made simple with K&N's installation instructions which are included with the kit.
Adams' 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Race Car doing a burnout.
Just how much do racers want to win the March Meet held each year at the Auto Club Famoso Raceway (just north of Bakersfield, California)? "I've never been so excited to win a single race like this in my life," say Jesse Adams the 28-year old Yuba City, California driver. Racing his K&N Filters sponsored classic 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, Adams took home the exclusive title of March Meet Champion in the Hot Rod category.
Racing his K&N Filters sponsored 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, Adams took home the exclusive title of March Meet Champion in the Hot Rod category.
"52 times this race has been contested at this historic racing facility and I can now proudly say that Jesse Adams won the March Meet. This is something I can tell my son about. That's how much it means to me."
"Winning the March Meet was awesome," continues Adams. "It was my first time attending the historic event, and it couldn't have been better. From the day I dropped my entry in the mail, attending the March Meet was never about the money. Traditionally these events do not provide the huge payouts that you find at other events, but the atmosphere, attendance, and history of the event make it the premier nostalgic event in the world annually."
Adams' new design was finished just before SEMA.
Adams' plan from the get-go was to have his guys, Tim Charlet and John Rogers from CRX Promotions, to generate buzz about him and the K&N Camaro. After that the pressure was all on Adams to perform.
"The car was perfect. My driving that weekend was textbook. I think my K&N teammate Dan Fletcher would have been impressed," reflects Adams. "I had many friends watching the event online, and my FaceBook was going crazy with friends, family, and fans checking in. I think overall, that is what made the whole experience great."
"Not only did I win the March Meet with the baddest racecar, supported by one of the best companies in motorsports, but I did it with so many people watching and supporting from hundreds, if not thousands of miles away. I also had a few great friends helping me out at the track. I can't explain how much fun it was."
Infinite Graphics, located in Sacramento, California, created the vinyl wrap on Adams' car; Adams used photos from Dan Fletcher's and Warren Johnson's racecars as an example. "The design was finished just before SEMA, and I believe it is a one of a kind," adds Adams.
Adams says he's been around K&N guys for years, long before he was ever even driving a racecar. "I was at the track with my dad and guys like Steve Williams, Bob Harris, Greg Boutte, and so many others were there."
"Last year I was doing very well in the Sacramento Raceway NHRA E.T. Bracket Series. I ended up winning the Super Pro track championship in my Camaro (pre-K&N colors). The best part was that I won that championship as the slowest car in the category, off the bottom bulb, and without the use of typical Super Pro electronics/driver aides."
Adams was running Comp Eliminator for the first time in Seattle, Washington, when he approached Steve Williams about wanting to become a part of the K&N team. "We talked racing for a bit and I rolled out of there with a promise of further discussion. And, a few weeks later we struck a deal."
"I must say my timing was right and I feel honored to be a part of K&N now," remarks Adams. "On one hand it puts more pressure on me to perform at the level of other K&N teammates, but on the other, my car is tough looking and has the look of a winner before it is even on the track."
Adams says he hopes to successfully defend his 2009 Sacramento Raceway Super Pro title, and he would like to dial it up one notch on his Pro E.T. second place finish from last year.
"I'll be ready for the E.T. Finals and a shot to race for the World Championship this year too," says Adams. "I also hope to attend many big buck bracket races, including the 50k race in Seattle, the Medford Megabucks event in Medford, Oregon, Thanksgiving in Las Vegas, and everything I can attend in between. I would really like to put the K&N Camaro back into legal Stock Eliminator trim and attend some National and Divisional events as well," concludes a highly motivated Adams.
