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K&N Race Specific Air Filter Available for the 2009 through 2014 Yamaha YZF R1

The 2009 Yamaha YZF R1 pushes the limits of a production motorcycle. The Yamaha YZF R1 comes as close to off the track as possible while retaining its street legality.

Racing air filter for Yamaha YZF R1
Racing air filter for Yamaha YZF R1
K&N’s YA-1009R is a replacement air filter specially designed for asphalt racing only.  Its two ply cotton media is designed to be less restrictive, providing a better racing advantage, for the 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 1013 and 2014 Yamaha YZF R1’s 998cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC 16 valve engine. This K&N replacement panel air filter is designed to drop directly into the factory air box.

K&N racing air filters are designed to increase horsepower and acceleration. K&N filters are made by hand in the United States and are constructed of the finest materials. The YA-1009R, like all of K&N's replacement air filters, is washable and reusable.

K&N’s YA-1009R air filter 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 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 1013 and 2014 Yamaha YZF R1 motorcycles used in normal non-racing environments K&N recommends its four layer replacement air filter, part YA-1009 for excellent engine protection and air flow.

The K&N YA-1009R air filter fits the following Yamaha YZFs:
2014 Yamaha YZF R1 998 - Race Specific
2013 Yamaha YZF R1 998 - Race Specific
2012 Yamaha YZF R1 998 - Race Specific
2011 Yamaha YZF R1 998 - Race Specific
2010 Yamaha YZF R1 LE 998 - Race Specific
2010 Yamaha YZF R1 998 - Race Specific
2009 Yamaha YZF R1 998 - Race Specific

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Ragin Cajun Victory in Lucas Oil ASCS Sprint Car Dirt Series Presented by K&N

Jason Johnson took his third consecutive win in the third annual Daniel McMillin Memorial at Lake Ozark Speedway in Eldon, Missouri. Johnson is the reigning series champion in the Lucas Oil ASCS Sprint Car Dirt Series presented by K&N Filters.

Ragin Cajun Jason Johnson wins Third Consecutive Danile McMillin Memorial in Lucas Oil ASCS Sprint Car Dirt Series presented by K&N Filters
Ragin Cajun Jason Johnson wins Third Consecutive Danile McMillin Memorial in Lucas Oil ASCS Sprint Car Dirt Series presented by K&N Filters

Jason Johnson uses K&N products in the Lucas Oil ASCS Sprint Car Dirt Series presented by K&N
Jason Johnson uses K&N products in the Lucas Oil ASCS Sprint Car Dirt Series presented by K&N
The “Ragin’ Cajun” won the inaugural event at Double X Speedway in California, Missouri in 2007, and pulled off the repeat win last year in 2008 at Lake Ozark Speedway.
Jason Johnson now tied for Lucas Oil ASCS Point lead in the Sprint Car Dirt Series presented by K&N
Jason Johnson now tied for Lucas Oil ASCS Point lead in the Sprint Car Dirt Series presented by K&N

Tommy Bryant and Jason Johnson battle it out at Lake Ozark Speedway in Eldon, Missouri
Tommy Bryant and Jason Johnson battle it out at Lake Ozark Speedway in Eldon, Missouri

The Lucas Oil ASCS Sprint Car Dirt Series presented by K&N Filters consists of 33 nights of racing action at 17 different tracks throughout the United States. The country’s top Sprint Car drivers battle it out for their share of a $250,000 purse.

Johnson, of Eunice, Louisiana started from the pole position, but only led the final six circuits for the $6,000 score. ASCS Gulf South contender Tommy Bryant was ahead of the pack for 27 laps until Johnson passed him in the 53 car field.

“Tommy made me work for that win,” said Johnson. “I got by him a time or two and then he came right back after me. That was tough.” Johnson uses K&N air and oil filters on his Lanny Row’s Wesmar-powered The Shop Motorsports No. 41 Eagle.

As the laps clicked off, Johnson’s challenges were more intense. Bryant matched Johnson step by step until Johnson made a power move off turn two in the 30th round. The leaders also had to contend with Shane Stewart who turned the race into a three car duel.

Johnson had Stewart on his tail for the final four-lap dash to the checkered flag. Johnson won the race and Stewart took second.

Johnson’s next race will be July 3-4 at Riverside Speedway in West Memphis, Arkansas.

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Jeg Coughlin Wins 25th Annual K&N Horsepower Challenge by Beating the Best of the Best

K&N Horsepower Challenge victory for Jeg Coughlin at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio
K&N Horsepower Challenge victory for Jeg Coughlin at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio

Jeg Coughlin's crew reacts to his first K&N Horsepower Challenge victory in nine years.
Jeg Coughlin's crew reacts to his first K&N Horsepower Challenge victory in nine years.

Top eight NHRA Pro Stock drivers on the podium in the 25th annual K&N Horsepower Challenge in Norwalk, Ohio
Top eight NHRA Pro Stock drivers on the podium in the 25th annual K&N Horsepower Challenge in Norwalk, Ohio
Jeg Coughlin and Greg Anderson face off in the final round of eliminations in the K&N Horsepower Challenge at the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series in Norwalk, Ohio
Jeg Coughlin and Greg Anderson face off in the final round of eliminations in the K&N Horsepower Challenge at the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series in Norwalk, Ohio

NHRA K&N Horsepower Challenge Winner's Circle nets Jeg Coughlin $50,000, a trophy and a ring
NHRA K&N Horsepower Challenge Winner's Circle nets Jeg Coughlin $50,000, a trophy and a ring

2008 K&N Horsepower Challenge winner and 2009 K&N Horsepower Challenge winner Jeg Coughlin in the first round at Norwalk, Ohio
2008 K&N Horsepower Challenge winner and 2009 K&N Horsepower Challenge winner Jeg Coughlin in the first round at Norwalk, Ohio
To say the 25th annual K&N Horsepower Challenge worked out for Jeg Coughlin Jr. would be an understatement. He beat the best drivers in Pro Stock and collected the $50,000 top prize, a trophy and a ring. In the final, he bested longtime rival Greg Anderson. Coughlin reacted first in the Jegs.com Chevy, .020 to .062, but the race was over when Anderson let the clutch go on his Summit Pontiac and shook the tires early.

In the K&N Horsepower Challenge, the top eight Pro Stock drivers who accumulated the most points while qualifying during the 23 race NHRA series faced off at the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series in Norwalk, Ohio.

At the start of the event, Greg Anderson led the pack with points, Mike Edwards was second, followed by Allen Johnson, Jason Line, Kurt Johnson, Jeg Coughlin, Warren Johnson and Ron Krisher.

“In the K&N Horsepower Challenge, every round is like racing in the final,” said Coughlin. “The fans at the Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park were rewarded with outstanding competition.”

Coughlin went up against defending champion Allen Johnson in the first round, then Mike Edwards in the second round and then Anderson in the final. “We got the breaks when we needed them,” said Coughlin. “We fishtailed down the track in the second round and I can’t believe we were able to hold on. It was a combination of running good and getting the breaks when we needed them.”

“This was my third win in the K&N Horsepower Challenge,” said Coughlin, who claimed the Horsepower Challenge trophy in 1999 and 2000. “I’m currently leading in the Full Throttle standing and entering the final phase of my regular season.”

Anderson earned $10,000 for his runner-up finish. Edwards and Line earned $3,000 each for making the semifinals and first round finishers Allen Johnson, Kurt Johnson, Warren Johnson and Ron Krisher received $2,500 each.

“I wish I could have earned the $50,000 pot of gold,” said Anderson. “But I’m happy with the $10,000. I love that race. Thanks to K&N, the company put up some big money and it means a lot.”

The Pro Stock class is about the delivery of air flow. K&N is in a class of its own when it comes to hood scoops. “K&N has worked hard to create new technology for the NHRA Pro Stock category,” said K&N Vice President of Research and Development Steve Williams. “We have a K&N Pro Stock Intake System available for the world’s fastest hot rods and we put up the money at the K&N Horsepower Challenge.”

“We transitioned to the K&N Pro Stock Intake System in April of this year,” said Coughlin. “Since then we’ve been in 8 NHRA final rounds and I’ve won six of them. We’ve seen a direct relationship between the K&N Pro Stock Intake System and increased power.”

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K&N Intake Increases Driver Excitement with 11 More Horsepower for the 2007 to 2010 Mini Cooper S

Air Intake installed on 2008 Mini Cooper S 1.6L Turbo
Air Intake installed on 2008 Mini Cooper S 1.6L Turbo

Dyno Chart for Mini Cooper S 1.6L Turbo
Dyno Chart for Mini Cooper S 1.6L Turbo
At first glance calling the 2007 Mini Cooper "All New" may seem like a ruse. Upon closer inspection the surprisingly significant changes make themselves better known. While European pedestrian impact standards dictated minor changes to exterior dimensions, the biggest surprise comes from under the hood. A lot of investment was made into new engines for the Mini Cooper. An all-new turbocharged 1.6-liter engine powers the Cooper S. The new turbocharged engine offers a nice bump in both horsepower and torque over the previous generation Cooper S. Nevertheless, K&N engineers took one look at the car and decided that more could be done.
Performance Air Intake System for Mini Cooper S 1.6L Turbo
Performance Air Intake System for Mini Cooper S 1.6L Turbo

2008 Mini Cooper S 1.6L Turbo
2008 Mini Cooper S 1.6L Turbo


That's exactly what K&N did with Performance Air Intake System 69-2004TTK. Great consideration was put into the design of part number 69-2004TTK. Exclusive features include a stepped intake tube to eliminate the need for special adapters while improving air delivery. The location of the step was carefully tuned to provide greater increases in power. Additionally, a special angled silicone adapter was created to maintain the factory location of the stock crankcase vent hose. 69-2004TTK incorporates a highly unique heat shield that bolts to the bottom half of the factory air box. This retains the original cold air induction keeping inlet air temperature within factory specifications. The result of this hard work and dedication is an extra 11 horsepower at the wheels for the 2007, 2008, 2009 to 2010 Mini Cooper S.

K&N's Research and Development Department tested a 2008 Mini Cooper S 1.6L I4 on our in-house dynamometer. Results showed an astonishing peak horsepower gain of 11.1 horsepower @ 4700 RPM! 69-2004TTK provides increased performance and an attractive black powder coated aluminum intake tube.

K&N cold air intakes are designed to dramatically reduce intake restriction as they smooth and straighten airflow. This allows your engine to pull in air with ease compared to the OEM air filter assembly. More air means more power and torque when you need it. With a K&N Performance Air Intake System, consumers can count on extra horsepower whether daring the morning commute, or weaving along a winding country road.

This air intake system uses a conical shaped high-flow air filter (RU-4960) and powder coated aluminum heat shield in place of the vehicle's stock air box. The result is an air filter that captures harmful particles, flows more air, and increases service life. This K&N air filter performs for up to 100,000 miles before service is required depending on driving conditions. Improving the air path between the filter and the engine is the powder coated aluminum intake tube. Our powder coated aluminum intake tubes offer power and a stylish appearance. The 69-2004TTKair intake takes about 90 minutes or less to install, using stock mounting points. It requires no cutting or drilling and it is covered by K&N's Million Mile Limited Warranty.

For increased protection and style, K&N offers a Drycharger® filter wrap that can be used in conjunction with part number 69-2004TTK. Drychargers® are made from a durable polyester material containing uniform micron openings which will stop small dirt particles and repel water; yet add little restriction to the airflow of your filter. Available in a variety of colors, K&N Drychargers® can be color coordinated with your car's finish.

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Add Performance to Your 2007 - 2016 Yamaha XVS with K&N Air Filter

The Yamaha XVS950 V-Star is a new cruiser on the market that provides a full style feel with comfort and attitude. It has a double cradle chassis made from steel cast-aluminum and wheels with polished rims.

K&N's YA-1307 replacement air filter for the 2007- 2016 Yamaha XVS
K&N's YA-1307 replacement air filter
K&N has designed a high flow replacement air filter, part number YA-1307, for various makes and models of the 2007- 2016 Yamaha XVS. See the complete list below.

2007 Yamaha XVS1300 V-Star
2007 Yamaha XVS1300 V-Star
This high-flow motorcycle air filter is washable and reusable, and is also made to provide more airflow, horsepower and torque.

This K&N air filter has a unique shape which includes a zinc- coated metal plate to ensure outstanding filtration without corrosion for the life of your Yamaha.

This filter does not come pre-oiled. It must be oiled prior to installation. Simply follow the included oiling instructions before you remove the OE filter from the air box and replace it easily with the YA-1307. No cutting or fitting is necessary with this K&N air filter.

K&N stock air filters for street use motorcycles are covered by our famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty and will be the last air filter your bike will ever need.

Applications are as follows:

2016 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR 942
2016 YAMAHA XVS13CA STRYKER 1300
2016 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR TOURER 1300
2016 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR DELUXE 1300
2016 YAMAHA XVS13 STRYKER BULLET COWL 1300
2015 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR TOURER 942
2015 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR 942
2015 YAMAHA XVS13CA STRYKER 1300
2015 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR TOURER 1300
2015 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR DELUXE 1300
2015 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR 1300
2015 YAMAHA XVS13 STRYKER BULLET COWL 1300
2014 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR TOURER 942
2014 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR 942
2014 YAMAHA XVS13CA STRYKER 1300
2014 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR TOURER 1300
2014 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR DELUXE 1300
2014 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR 1300
2013 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR TOURER 942
2013 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR 942
2013 YAMAHA XVS950 MIDNIGHT STAR 942
2013 YAMAHA XVS13CA STRYKER 1300
2013 YAMAHA XVS1300A MIDNIGHT STAR 1304
2013 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR TOURER 1300
2013 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR DELUXE 1300
2013 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR 1300
2012 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR TOURER 942
2012 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR 942
2012 YAMAHA XVS950 MIDNIGHT STAR 942
2012 YAMAHA XVS13CA STRYKER 1300
2012 YAMAHA XVS1300A MIDNIGHT STAR 1304
2012 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR TOURER 1300
2012 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR 1300
2011 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR TOURER 942
2011 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR 942
2011 YAMAHA XVS950 MIDNIGHT STAR 942
2011 YAMAHA XVS13CA STRYKER 1300
2011 YAMAHA XVS1300A MIDNIGHT STAR 1304
2011 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR TOURER 1300
2011 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR 1300
2010 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR TOURER 942
2010 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR 942
2010 YAMAHA XVS950 MIDNIGHT STAR 942
2010 YAMAHA XVS1300A MIDNIGHT STAR 1304
2010 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR TOURER 1300
2009 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR TOURER 942
2009 YAMAHA XVS950 V-STAR 942
2009 YAMAHA XVS950 MIDNIGHT STAR 942
2009 YAMAHA XVS1300A MIDNIGHT STAR 1304
2009 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR TOURER 1300
2009 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR 1300
2008 YAMAHA XVS1300A MIDNIGHT STAR 1304
2008 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR TOURER 1300
2008 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR 1300
2007 YAMAHA XVS1300A MIDNIGHT STAR 1304
2007 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR TOURER 1300
2007 YAMAHA XVS1300 V-STAR 1300

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