Filtros de aire para Kawasaki Vulcan 500

Motorcycle Air Filters for Kawasaki Vulcan 500

The air filter is one of the essential parts of your Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD bike because it helps prevent dirt and debris from damaging critical engine components. By replacing the filter on a regular basis, you can keep your motorcycle in excellent condition and retain its value for years. Routine air filter maintenance also helps you stay safe on the road by reducing your chance of a breakdown.

These air filters are designed to work with any model of the 500 series of the Kawasaki Vulcan, a motorcycle manufactured from 1990 to 2009. Its trapezoidal shape provides a comfortable fit inside your vehicles intake manifold. Kawasaki designed this filter to capture as many contaminants as efficiently as possible. Its lightweight and compact design minimizes the load and drag on your motorcycle.

Replacing this part on your Vulcan 500 is straightforward and easy. It is one of the wear-and-tear components that most motorcycle owners can replace themselves without professional assistance. To remove the used filter and replace it with a fresh one, lift the seat and locate the intake manifold. Unfasten the used filter and take it out of the compartment. Insert the new filter in the same position as the previous one. Replace the manifold cover and fasten it into place. Ensure that your engine is covered adequately before turning it on.

Your bikes air filter should be replaced every 10,000 to 30,000 miles or about once a year. If you use your Kawasaki Vulcan 500 LTD heavily, you should replace the filter at the appropriate mileage interval. If you use it only occasionally, you should replace it every year to prevent excessive buildup of contaminants in the filter. Keep these tips in mind when performing replacements on your Kawasaki model:

• The filter should be facing the engines air intake when properly installed.
• The paper folds in the filter should be clear of any obstacles.
• The chassis securing the filter should be properly clamped closed.
• The filter should fit snugly in the chassis without moving or rattling when installed.

If you do not know when the filter was last replaced on your Vulcan 500 LTD, look for built-up dirt and debris on the colored paper section to determine whether to exchange the product with a fresh one. If the bright pink paper appears darkened or dulled, the filter has probably been used for at least 10,000 miles and should be replaced. Even if the filter is only slightly dirty, replacing it will reduce the amount of wear and tear on your engine.