Greg Bender
http://www.thisoldtractor.com/gtbender
Air filters
There really aren't very many choices when it comes to air filters for the V700, Ambassador, and Eldorado motorcycles. As far as I know, we are limited to the following:
- Air filters for the stock air box:
- Air filters that replace the stock air box:
- K&N part number R-0642 - This filter must be clamped directly to the carburetor body...with the stock velocity stacks removed.
- K&N part number RU-2450 - This filter may be clamped directly to the velocity stacks that originally came on the Moto Guzzi Convert, SP1000, G5, and T3 models. Alternatively, the stock velocity stacks may be turned down on a lathe and made to work (I've not done this, but I've heard it will work). If using pod filters, this set up (with the later model velocity stacks that screw right into the VHB carbs) is my favorite. The fit is good, the clamp is secure, the important velocity stack is kept, and the slightly smaller physical size of the filter allows it to fit better in the available space.
- K&N part number MG-2640 - This is a single filter that is clamped directly to both velocity stacks that originally came on the Moto Guzzi Convert, SP1000, G5, and T3 models. Alternatively, the stock velocity stacks may be turned down on a lathe and made to work (I've not done this, but I've heard it will work). K&N lists this filter as a suitable replacement for the 1000 cc G5, SP, and Convert. Thanks to Paul Linn for bringing this alternative to my attention.
- UNI MG-1 - This filter can be clamped directly to the stock velocity stacks.
There is nothing wrong with the stock UFI filter, but it would be nice if a quality generic replacement were available. The "performance" choice alternatives are pretty dissapointing as K&N and UNI filters - although highly touted by their respective marketing departments - flow very slightly better but filter out less than paper filters. For interesting reading, check out:
If you are aware of any additional air filters that fit (especially filters that will fit the stock air box), please let me know by sending an email to greg>at<thisoldtractor.com