11-25-2016, 11:04 PM
(11-25-2016, 09:55 PM)curlyjoe_imp Wrote: For only a few bucks more you can get their [url=https://www.amazon.com/Hiflofiltro-HF204RC-Racing-Oil-Filter/dp/B00G6EHK02/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1480161093&sr=1-1&keywords=hiflo+racing+oil+filter]racing oil filter with a 17mm nut on the end for easy removal.
I'll stick with the OEM filter.
That's the same style stamped and spot-welded nut that K&N has had leaking problems with. In fact, rumor has it that HiFloFiltro had the contract to make the K&N filters. However, K&N has had their filters made in Korea and China as well, so who knows for sure if the bad filters are coming out of just one of these countries or all of them.
I just put on an HF 204 (without nut) before I tucked away my CB for the winter. Therefore, I cannot provide a good review yet. The only issue I noted was that it seems the end of the canister is almost bottoming out against the engine casing. The O-ring seal looks well-made but it is not very tall/thick, so hopefully it is doing its job!