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The 2009 to 2012 Yamaha YZF R6 Sportbikes are built to get around a race track and K&N has designed a replacement air filter to help meet your needs on the track.
Racing air filter for Yamaha YZF R6
The YA-6008R is specially
made for asphalt racing only. Its two-ply cotton media is made to be less restrictive, providing a better racing advantage for the Yamaha’s 600cc liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder DOHC 16 valve engine.
This K&N replacement panel air filter is built with two layers of specially pleated media and designed to open up the air passage for less restriction. K&N racing air filters are designed to increase horsepower and acceleration.
K&N air filters are washable and reusable. This pre-oiled air filter will fit directly inside your OE air box assembly. There are three clips on the air
filter that will slide into place as the air filter slides down into the air filter cavity in the air box. The K&N air filter will only fit into the air box one way. Please do not remove the air filter o-ring in the air box. Once you apply pressure, the K&N air filter will snap into place. Use the stock screws to secure the K&N motorcycle air filter to the air box. Make sure to install the center screw on the air box as this screw holds the air box lid and air filter in place. No cutting or fitting is required but fuel management modifications will be necessary to obtain optimum performance.
K&N’s YA-6008R is warranted against defective workmanship for one year after the date of purchase with no mileage limitation. This K&N air filter is not intended for dirt track, off road or highway use.
For 2008 to 2016 Yamaha YZF R6 motorcycles used in normal non-racing environments, K&N recommends its four layer replacement air filter, part number YA-6008 for excellent engine protection and air flow.
The 2009 to 2016 Suzuki GSX-R1000 is different from its predecessors, from its balance to engine specs there are a myriad of changes. Suzuki promotes the superbike as having total balance and the performance to exceed its biggest rivals when it comes to power.
Replacement air filter for Suzuki GSX-R1000
K&N has designed a new high flow replacement air filter, part number SU-1009 for the 2009 to 2016 Suzuki GSX-R1000 superbike.
Our K&N air filter offers your Suzki the air it needs to respond with horsepower. K&N air filters are designed to increase horsepower and acceleration while providing excellent filtration.
This K&N air filter will fit in your Suzuki’s OE air box assembly. Do not remove the air filter o-ring in the air box. A deep, pliable application specific sealing bead ensures an air tight fit, without any cutting or fitting required. An injected molded base and a plastisol top plate ensure a perfect seal and long life.
Once the air box lid is reinstalled, put the stock screws into the air box lid and tighten. Make sure the center screw is installed because it holds the motorcycle air filter in place.
Fuel management modifications are not necessary to obtain increased performance.
K&N invented the concept of washable reusable cotton air filters 40 years ago. Covered by our famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty,
the SU-1009 will be the last air filter your 2009 to 2016 Suzuki GSX-R1000 will ever need.
The K&N SU-1009 air filter fits the following Suzuki GSX-R1000s:
2016 SUZUKI GSXR1000 COMMEMORATIVE EDITION 999
2016 SUZUKI GSXR1000 999
2015 SUZUKI GSXR1000 999
2014 SUZUKI GSXR1000 SE 999
2014 SUZUKI GSXR1000 999
2013 SUZUKI GSXR1000 999
2013 SUZUKI GSXR1000 1 MILLION C.E. 999
2012 SUZUKI GSXR1000 999
2011 SUZUKI GSXR1000 999
2010 SUZUKI GSXR1000 999
2009 SUZUKI GSXR1000 999
Rider Chaz Davies of the Factory Aprilia Millennium Technologies Team scored his second AMA podium of the year at the New Jersey Motorsports Park in Millville, New Jersey.
Aprilia RSV 1000R puts rider Chaz Davies on the podium during the final race of the season in New Jersey
During early qualifying at Daytona SportBike Race Two, Davies finished in the seventh position. Davies and the team continued to make improvements
on their lap times and ended up in the fourth position on the starting grid. Rider Aaron Gobert did well during qualifying until he crashed. Gobert then started in seventeenth place on the grid.
New Jersey Motorsports Park in Millville, New Jersey hosted Daytona SportBike Race Two
The Factory Aprilia Millennium Technologies Team finished in the top five in seven races during the 2009 season and also had a pair of podium finishes
The start of the first day of the AMA race went well for both Davies and Gobert. Davies moved quickly into third position and into a four bike battle with his competitors. He left most of the riders behind and moved into second place for the podium.
Gobert struggled with a rear tire that spun on the rim and caused a massive vibration. He still managed to bring his No. 97 Aprilia home in fourteenth position.
“The team worked hard all year to develop the Aprilia RSV-1000R into a competitive bike,” said Chip Spalding, Team Manager. “We knew it was time to put it all on the line since this was the last chance for us to get a win this season.”
In day two of competition, Gobert tried to latch onto the lead group. “Aaron had a great run on the inside and passed several riders going into turn one,” said Spalding. “Unfortunately, Garret Carter lost control of his motorcycle and hit Aaron.”
Gobert saved the crash for a split second, but was hit by another rider. He went down violently and was transported to an area hospital. He was released from the hospital hours later with bruising, said Spalding.
Davies was not affected by the chaos behind him. On lap two he took the lead and never looked back. His top spot vanished on lap 11 after he lost traction on
his front tire going into turn nine. Davies crashed out of the lead. He was not hurt but his Aprilia was not able to continue.
“We started nine months ago with a new team, new rules, new riders and new
bikes that we had never raced at a professional level,” said Kevin Hunt, Team Owner. “We had our work cut out for us, but everybody stepped up
and made it happen.”
Some things remained the same for the team, including the use of K&N products. “We use K&N on the Aprilia RSV-1000Rs and everything we build,” said Spalding. “K&N protects our engines from debris and gives us great filtration. K&N is dependable and performs on the track ever time we race.
The Factory Aprilia Millennium Technologies team finished in the top five in seven races and added a pair of podium finishes to its resume.
“It was a great season,” said Davies. “The only thing I could wish for is more time. I think if we could have started the season with the bike we have now we could have been in contention for a championship.”
K&N sponsored racer David Rampy won Competition Eliminator at the Mac Tools U.S. Nationals Presented by Lucas Oil in Indianapolis. The event marked Rampy's 4th win at the Big Go. The Piedmont, Alabama resident was on a roll. One week earlier he wheeled his Bantum roadster to the win at Beech Bend Raceway Park in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
David Rampy took home another Wally after his Competition Eliminator Victory at the 55th Anniversary of the Mac Tools U.S. Nationals at Indianapolis
“We’ve been struggling all season,” said Rampy. “But when we start a race I know we have as good a shot to win as anyone. The way it worked out, we’re just tickled to win. We ran really well and my 1932 Bantum Roadster was right on target at both events.”
NHRA Sportsman Class Racer David Rampy's 1932 Bantum Roadster has a 323 cubic inch Chevy motor
Alabama's David Rampy celebrated his 4th win at the NHRA Mac Tools U.S. Nationals at Indianapolis
Rampy said the Roadster is his favorite race car. “Its 323 cubic inch Chevy motor is a powerhouse,” he said. “I also really enjoy the feel of an open bodied car.”
Rampy has raced since 1973 and said he is fortunate enough to make it his job. “It’s great when you make a living doing something you love,” he said. “I’ve used K&N for so long I can’t even remember the year I first started using K&N. We turn motors over 10,000 rpm and we have to keep the motors breathing. K&N oil filters and the K&N hood scoop give me proper filtration, more air and help me get to the Winner’s Circle.”
Rampy is currently situated at No. 7 in the world in Competition Eliminator. He will next compete at zMAX Dragway near Charlotte, North Carolina.
K&N sponsored lawn mower racer Katie Jones, 14, said she likes the speed and the noise on the track
Dawn and Lauren Filos of Bel Air, Maryland are too young to drive cars, so their dad takes them to compete in the lawn mower races
Kevin Penne and Mike Miller have each been around lawn mower racing since 1993 and are both Triple Crown Champions
K&N sponsored lawn mower racer Ken Jones competes in the AP portion of the IMOW class at the STA-BIL National Lawn Mower Racing Series in Delaware, Ohio
Father and daughter Ken and Katie Jones competed at the 17th Annual STA-BIL Challenge of Champions Labor Day weekend
Lawn mower racer Allen Minaker is known as LawnMonkey on the lawn mower circuit and said lawn mower racing is his redemption
The mantra was the same at the Lawn Mower Races in Delaware, Ohio. Most of the riders said they saw lawn mower racing on television for the first time, and had to try it. If the mantra was saw it and tried it, the product was K&N. Lawn mowers were everywhere, all shapes and sizes, some more powerful than others,but almost every lawn mower used a K&N air filter at the 17th Annual STA-BIL
Challenge of Champions.
“It’s an American cultural phenomena,” said Bruce Kaufman, President of the United States Lawn Mower Racing Association. “No one races for money, but our riders go for the glory, a trophy and bragging rights.”
Mike Miller and Kevin Penne can brag, they’ve been around the sport since 1993 and are each Triple Crown Lawn Mower racers. Triple Crown champions have the most cumulative points, win the Challenge of Champions and the Nationals all in one season.
After 17 years of growth, lawn mower racers now have the option of selecting one of 43 local chapters along with participating in an 18 race series. “When I saw my first lawn mower race the machines were going about 26 mph at their fastest,” said Miller. “I knew I could more than double it and I did. K&N air filters give me excellent filtration and additional horsepower.”
Penne’s current $15,000 ride started off as stock and only had 13 horsepower. “I’ve modified every single piece of my lawn mower,” he said. “I have billet connecting rods which are akin to having an insurance policy inside the engine. I have also used K&N my entire career and now I get 37 horsepower. I've won seven national championships with K&N.”
Even though Miller and Penne are at the top of their game, there are a lot of classes in lawn more racing. Some people can get in the sport with as little as $50 for a used mower. The bottom line is you will run as fast as you are willing to spend. Riders reach speeds of 60 mph depending on track conditions, some have been clocked at 80 mph.
There is a regulation book and blades must be removed before any competition. Drivers have to wear a helmet and neck support and every mower
must have a kill switch. “It’s kind of like kart Racing, kind of like snow mobile racing or quads,” said Miller. “But really
lawn mower racing is its own little sport and there is nothing else that drives like it.”
Lauren Filos of Bel Air, Maryland has been racing lawn mowers since she was 8-years-old along with her sister Dawn Filos. The girls are 11 and 14 and their father takes them to as many races as he can. The family also travels with K&N products on their lawn mowers.
K&N sponsored Ken and Katie Jones, a father and daughter race team set up a K&N table at
every lawn mower race with K&N filters and information. Katie is 14 years old and in the Junior Prepared Class. Ken races in the AP portion of the IMOW class. “Nothing else protects our engines like K&N,” he said. “K&N gives us more air and more horsepower.”
Allen Minaker of Turtle Lake, Wisconsin is known as LawnMonkey on the Lawn Mower circuit. “This is so much fun,” he said. “We are all close friends
and are like a family out here, but we are deadly competitive on the track. Everyone helps each other because we want the challenge at race time.” Minaker said he has to get air in and out of his motors and K&N helps him with additional horsepower on the dirty and dusty track.
Minaker has raced lawn mowers for seven years. “At one time or another most of us have raced something else,” said Minaker. “I’m a drag racing fan and if someone approached me with a big drag racing deal tomorrow I would say no. That is how much I love this sport. It is my redemption.”
