An air filter acts like the lungs of your motorcycle engine. A proper air filter is necessary to keep dust and dirt from the road out of your engine. Choose the right filter for your bike model from our collection at BikeBD below.
Different brand of air filter are used on the road of Bangladesh depending on the bike model. Among them OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) filters from companies like Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, and Bajaj are the most used because they are reliable and safe. For aftermarket or performance filters, brands like BMC, K&N, and UNI are very popular among rider.
For riders who want better performance from their bikes a BMC air filter is a good choice. It is a well known brand that ensures high airflow but does not let dust into the engine. BMC filters are washable so if you maintain them properly you can use one for a long time. They provide good support for long tours or highway ride. Some more Populer BMC filters are: Yamaha Motorcycles BMC Racing Air Filter, Honda Hornet BMC Air Filter, Suzuki Gixxer BMC Air Filter, Suzuki Motorcycles BMC Racing Air Filter, Honda Motorcycles BMC Racing Air Filter, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 BMC Air Filter, Lifan Motorcycles BMC Racing Air Filter, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V BMC Racing Air Filter
Engine Protection: It stop dust and dirt from entering the engine which increases the lifespan of your engine.
Better Mileage: When the engine gets the right amount of air fuel is used efficiently giving you better mileage.
Smooth Acceleration: A clean air filter keep your bike throttle response fast and smooth.
Prevent Overheating: Proper airflow inside the engine keep it from getting too hot during ride.
There are generally three types of air filters available in the market:
Paper Air Filters: These are the most common and cost less. You need to replace them after riding a certain number of kilometers.
Foam Air Filters: These are good for dusty road or off roading. You can clean and reuse some foam filter.
Cotton Performance Filter: These provide high airflow and can be washed and reused multiple time.
Choosing right filter is not difficult. Keep these things in mind:
Check Your Bike Manual: The type of filter the company recommend is written in your motorcycle user manual.
Riding Condition: If you only ride in the city a normal OEM paper filter is enough. But if you regularly ride on highways or dusty road you can get a washable foam or cotton filter.
Budget and Need: If you want long term option it is better to spend a bit more on a performance filter like BMC. If your budget is lower an original paper filter is best but you have to change it on time.