Noob question - fuel filter

[StreetFighter]

Are all aftermarket fuel filters the same?
Does it matter which one i get for the kat?

[Kreylyn]

Are all aftermarket fuel filters the same?
Does it matter which one i get for the kat?

No, definately not the same

Yes, it matters very much so.

You need to a high flow, metal granual pressed filter type.

Paper or fiberous filters will not flow enough fuel through them generally on a gravity fed system like the Kat has, so the filter choice is very important.

The Post Kats have OEM inline filters if you have problems finding a good option for one. Those work well.

Symptoms of a poor choice in fuel filters...

Trapped air bubbles, reduced fuel flow causing surges, lack of power, bike shuts off or runs poorly at higher rpms/speed runs, wants to "bog" when given throttle, poor throttle response... etc...

Krey

[StreetFighter]

okay, glad i asked.

thanks for the info. any suggestions for cheap aftermarket filters?

[steves]

Also make sure that you specifically check that the filter you purchase isn't for a pressurized system.

[Kreylyn]

This *might* work for you...

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/2/9/422/34825/ITEM/Visu-Filter-Large-Capacity-Fuel-Filter.aspx?SiteID=SLI|Fuel%20Filter&WT.MC_ID=10010

Krey