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Brock Hoyer Captures the Gold Medal in the Winter X Games Snow BikeCross Race

6 lut 2017

Brock Hoyer jumps at the Snow BikeCross at the X Games in Aspen, Colorado

Hoyer flies high in his Snow BikeCross X Games win

What do you get when you cross a modern motocross bike with a snowmobile? You get a fire-breathing, snow-roosting hybrid called a snow bike. When you take that snow bike and put it in the hands of a talented, K&N-sponsored motorcross racer at the inaugural Snow BikeCross race at the Winter X Games, you get a gold medal.

Brock Hoyer seized the top podium spot in the event held in Aspen, Colorado, in January. The Canadian outpaced American Colton Haaker and fellow Canadian Cody Matechuk who finished second and third, respectively. If the name Haaker sounds familiar, he was the champion of the 2016 EnduroCross series which K&N sponsors.

Brock Hoyer after the Snow BikeCross at the X Games in Aspen, Colorado

Hoyer has reason to smile after a dominating performance

Hoyer started the finals as the fastest qualifier. In the 30-lap main event, Hoyer won by a margin of more than 11 seconds. In a dominating performance, Hoyer took the lead early in the final and never relinquished his position.

Hoyer’s roots run deep in motocross. “My racing background is pro Canadian motocross," says Hoyer. “I’ve been racing pro since 2005.” For Snow BikeCross, it certainly doesn’t hurt that Hoyer’s homeland is the Great White North.

As to what the new sport really entails, Hoyer explains that it is truly a melding of two thrilling motorsports.

“Snow BikeCross is unique and challenging,” Hoyer says. “It's a totally different set up for the bike. It's a mix of two of the greatest sports, moto bike and sled. When you’re riding in the back country at 8000 feet and looking over the mountainscape, it's just breath-taking. It's God’s country.”

Brock Hoyer roosts at Snow BikeCross at the X Games in Aspen, Colorado

Snow bikes open up a new dimension in winter powersports

Technically, a snow bike is a motocrosser with a snowmobile-like track in place of the rear wheel. A unique rear suspension allows an impressive 20-inches of travel, and a special ski is fitted in place of the front wheel. This set-up creates a fast and nimble snow machine that allows for motorcycle-like leans and jumps.

Hoyer is convinced that the relatively new sport will not be just a flash in the pan. “What I see for the future of this sport - I think it's here to stay,” says Hoyer. “With back country riding and racing, I think it's just going to keep growing from here.”

Brock Hoyer at the checkered flag of the Snow BikeCross at the X Games in Aspen, Colorado

Hoyer celebrates the checkered flag with a high-flying finish

The popular X Games stage certainly doesn’t hurt the sport’s chances of gaining a foothold in the winter sports snowscape. When you combine that with the top-tier racing stars that Snow BikeCross is attracting, the future looks bright.

Hoyer is quick to turn the spotlight on K&N for being a key player in his success. “K&N filters have been great. They’re the only filters I trust in all my vehicles and work trucks,” says Hoyer. “I have been using the product for years. And it's the filter I choose for my race snow bike to make power on and off the track. Period.”

K&N congratulates Brock Hoyer on his Snow BikeCross gold medal performance at the Winter X Games.

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3 Popular Performance Upgrades for Your Ford Focus

6 lut 2017

2016 Ford Focus

Your Ford Focus may have more performance than you know, and K&N has designed products that are easy to install and can help you access that performance. Here are three ways you can use K&N's performance technology to improve your Ford Focus:

1. Install a K&N Air Intake System

Ford Focus Air Intake

Installing a K&N air intake system is a simple way to get your Ford Focus closer to its full potential. K&N air intakes add horsepower, torque, and acceleration to whatever engine they are designed for. K&N has designed air intakes for the many varieties of Ford Focus and you can find the perfect fit for yours by visiting K&N's Ford Focus air intakes page. A K&N air induction system:

Replaces entire air box
Reduces air flow restriction so that your engine can take in more air
Air induction system includes a washable and reusable lifetime air filter
Can be installed with commonly available tools, usually in 90 minutes or less
Is designed to last up to 50,000 miles before service is required.

Ford Focus Air Filter

2. Replace Your Paper Air Filter with a K&N Cotton Air Filter

Air filters keep dirt, harmful debris and other contaminants out of your engine. While most vehicles come with disposable paper air filters, K&N air filters are made with oiled cotton material that is much less restrictive than a paper air filter. Visit the K&N Ford Focus air filters page to find a K&N air filter made specifically for your Ford Focus. The benefits of a K&N air filter include:

Designed to increase horsepower, torque, and acceleration
Washable and reusable air filter included
Better for the environment- reusable air filters means less disposable air filters filling up landfills

3. Upgrade Your Oil Filter to a K&N Oil Filter

Ford Focus Oil Filter

K&N offers Performance Silver and Performance Gold oil filters, both of which feature:

High Flow Rates
Strength and Durability to prevent damage from rocks and debris
Anti-drainback valve (where applicable) keeps oil in the engine to help prevent dry starts
Rolled threads help prevent stripping and give a smoother installation

Higher oil flow rates help your engine perform better. K&N Performance Gold^® oil filters feature a 1" nut welded to the top of the canister, making them easy to remove when the time comes- simply wrench off with a standard tool.

To find the K&N oil filter that is right for you and your vehicle, browse our Ford Focus oil filters page.

Find K&N Products For Your Vehicle

Find K&N products for the Ford Focus, as well as other vehicles, use the K&N application search below then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

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K&N and Total Chaos Fabrication Take on the Sahara Desert in a One of a Kind Race

3 lut 2017

The Sahara Desert is one of the harshest environments on earth

Imagine driving across the Sahara Desert with little more than a compass, a black and white hand drawn map from the 1960s, and a teammate. Every direction, for thousands of miles, all you can see is sand, dunes, and absolutely no sign of life. That is what the Rallye Aicha des Gazelles is about.

Started in 1990, the Rallye Aicha des Gazelles du Maroc, as it is officially called, is a rally race held in the southeastern portion of Morocco, Africa, along the Algerian border. The race, put on by Maienga, an international event management agency, is only open to women. Their goal is to raise money to support a team of doctors to provide medical attention to the remote regions of Morocco.

Nicole and Chrissie took time out of the race to hand out goodies to the desolate communities

They are extremely concerned with environmental responsibility and limiting their impact during the event. Some of the registration fee even goes to an organization that provides carbon dioxide emissions offsetting, so there is practically zero impact on the environment. The event is traditionally held in the months of March and April, while the weather is still relatively cool. There are three unique classes of vehicles; 4x4 (for 4x4 trucks), Crossover (for SUVs, vans, and crossovers), and Motorcycle (for motorcycles and quads). Other than that, the only criterion is your own determination, according to the Rallye’s website.

Being an all women race, there are often a wide range of participants from all over the globe and from all walks of life. One of the teams consisted of a pair of Southern California women, Chrissy Beavis and Nicole Pitell-Vaughan. Chrissy is a rally car co-driver and has worked with some of the best in the industry. Nicole Pitell-Vaughan owns Total Chaos Fabrication in Corona, California. Total Chaos fabricates suspension parts for a variety of off-road specific applications. So both women are no stranger to driving off-road, but this would take them to the next level.

This picture perfectly sums up life in the Sahara. Now imagine volunteering to race across it!

K&N has been a sponsor of Nicole and Total Chaos for a number of years.

“I only work with companies that I truly believe in,” explained Nicole, “K&N has been making filters since the ’60s and they build some of the best air filters around. They were one of the first calls I made when I decided to go on this adventure.”

Nicole Pitell-Vaughan and Chrissie Beavis representing Americaduring the Rallye Aicha des Gazelles

To say we were thrilled that she would be taking our product into one of the most inhospitable environments known to man would be an understatement.

Nicole explained that the sand in the Moroccan Sahara is finer than any sand she had ever encountered before. This meant the truck needed an air filter that would offer excellent airflow while keeping out as much dirt and dust as possible. K&N has always claimed that our products really do work and this would be a test of that statement. Nicole and Chrissy would be driving the Total Chaos 2014 Toyota Tacoma 4x4, affectionately dubbed the “Morocco Taco”. We outfitted the Taco with a K&N 33-2281 replacement air filter. This helped ensure that the TRD supercharged 4.0-liter engine received the clean air it needed to work properly. Nicole explained that they were allowed an hour before they left the camp in the morning and an hour when they got to the next camp to work on their vehicles.

The only navigation aids you can use on the Rallye are a compass and an outdated map from the 1960s

“I changed the filter once during the Rallye,” Nicole told us, “but I really didn’t have to. I pulled it out of the truck and it still looked brand new.”

She also explained that the only problem they had on the journey, was a broken upper shock mount in the rear. Aside from that, the truck performed flawlessly, even climbing the Merzouga Dunes, some of the largest dunes in the world.

Nicole admitted that she changed the filter once on the Rallye, but it was only for peace of mind

The conditions on the Rallye are not for the weak. Every morning starts with a 4:00 am wakeup call. You pack up, eat breakfast, then leave for the day. You travel all day to the next camp, or bivouac, and then eat, work on your vehicle for an hour, and go to sleep. If your vehicle needs more than an hour’s worth of work, there is a full mechanic team ready to fix any issues that might have presented themselves that day, like a broken shock mount. This lasts for nine long, grueling, social media and internet-free days. At the end of the Rallye, there is an awards ceremony and dinner reception in Essaouira, Morocco. From there you make your way to the airport and come home. Like we said, not intended for the weak.

The US team of Nicole and Chrissy came in second place in the 4x4 class, the highest ranking U.S. team to compete in that class. Nicole said that her mind and body have forever been changed by the Rallye.

“I entered the Rallye to redefine my career,” she explained, “and I have to say that spending almost two weeks driving through the desert with zero contact to the outside world does something to you. Not in a bad way, but it makes you look at the world differently.”

We are glad that Nicole decided that K&N was worthy enough to come along for the trip.

This is a tiny dune compared to the rest of the Merzouga Dunes

Nicole and Chrissy enjoy a moment of solace amidst a week of driving through the Sahara desert

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This K&N Tapered Conical Universal Air Filter Is Designed to Fit Five Inch Intake Tubes

3 lut 2017

The K&N RU-5163XD is designed for vehicles with high intake air volume requirements

The K&N RU-5163XD features a five inch base opening for high-volume demands

In various forms of motorsports there are strict limits on displacement. Some sanctioning bodies allow you to run any size engine while others tie displacement to a sliding weight scale. On the street, its anything goes as larger and larger engine blocks are becoming available to builders. This has created a need for a larger intake to provide sufficient air to mix with fuel and generate the desired internal combustion.

To help meet that need, K&N has introduced the RU-5163XD universal clamp-on air filter. It’s jumbo sized to meet the needs of monster motors. The tapered conical filter itself is 4.125 inches to fit into tight spaces, but measures 6.5 inches at the base, with a 5.0 inch inside diameter. That’s right, the RU-5163XD will match right up with a five inch intake pipe. And as the filter flange is constructed from ultra-strong molded pliable rubber, it allows for secure attachment and can also be stretched for up to 1/16" (1.5mm) to fit in-between sizes.

So what’s the advantage of a five inch intake versus a four inch intake? Consider this: an intake pipe that’s four inches in diameter and one foot long has a static capacity of 150.80 cubic inches. A five inch pipe of the same one foot length has a static capacity of 235.6 cubic inches. You want more air flow to your motor? This is how you get it.

The K&N RU-5163XD comes complete with clamp to install on a five-inch intake pipe

The K&N RU-5163XD comes ready to install on your five-inch intake pipe

All K&N universal air filters are manufactured from multiple layers of oiled cotton, a well-regarded filter media due to the irregular surface of the cotton thread and its ability to grab passing dust and dirt. The RU-5163XD not only allows for increased air flow but also provides excellent filtration properties to ensure long engine life. This is verified by K&N’s sophisticated in-house ISO 5011 filtration efficiency testing laboratory, which adheres to International Standard Organization protocols, ensuring that K&N air filters provide high airflow without sacrificing engine protection.

The only maintenance required for a K&N universal filter is a quick and easy service. When needed (which can vary depending on your driving conditions) just grab a K&N air filter cleaning kit to refresh and re-oil your air filter -- bringing it back to brand-new condition and ready for more miles of driving or racing. And the filter comes from K&N with a one year limited warranty.

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Simple Upgrades for Your Ram 1500 That Add Performance and Protection

3 lut 2017

K&N makes air filters, cold air intakes, and a variety of oil filters for the Ram 1500

While the Ram name began to be used in 1981, the trucks to which the named was affixed were largely upgraded versions of the Dodge D Series which debuted in 1972. What many consider to be the first true Ram truck for the 1994 model year. Its design not only broke with the past but separated it from other pickups of the time, with its “big rig” truck styling.

This is considered the Second Generation of Ram 1500, and was produced until 2001. The new design and the truck underneath it completely up-ended the pickup truck market, with Ram sales going from 78,000 units in 1993 to 240,000 in 1994 and 410,000 in 1995. Engines offered in the 1994 – 2001 Ram 1500 carried over from the first generation Ram and included the 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, and 5.9L V8. In the middle of the model run, the RAM 1500 5.9L Magnum V8 was upgraded from 230 horsepower to 245 horsepower.

The third generation Ram 1500 bowed for the 2002 model year. The third generation featured an all-new frame, suspension, interiors, sheet metal, and engines. Dodge replaced the 3.9L V6, which was based on the old 318 V8 LA design, with a more modern 3.7L Magnum V6. The Magnum 4.7L V8 was revised several times during the third gen, and then after two years, the 5.9L Magnum was replaced by the 5.7L Hemi V8. In addition, from 2002 – 2007 Dodge offered the Viper V10 engine in a RAM and marketed it as the SRT-10.

The fourth generation Ram was unveiled at the 2008 Detroit Show. Features added for the 2009 model included a new four-door cab, a five-link coil spring rear suspension on the 1500, a new available Hemi engine, and the Rambox, which provides for secure storage inside the truck’s bed walls. For the 2014 model year a 3.0L V6 EcoDiesel was added to the engine options for the 1500. The fourth generation Ram remains in production at least through the 2017 model year.

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The K&N 57-1529 FIPK Intake increases power by 15.7 HP while meeting all emmissions standards

The K&N 57-1529 intake adds an estimated 15.7 HP to your 5.7L Ram

The first performance upgrade Ram truck owners often turn to is to swap their OEM filter with a K&N replacement air filter. All replacement filter designs are subjected to airflow test measurements as well as filtration efficiency in K&N’s own laboratory utilizing international ISO 5011 test protocols. In addition, the K&N OE replacement air filters are covered by a 10-year/Million Mile Limited Warranty and are engineered to be used for up to 50,000 between cleanings, depending upon your driving conditions.

K&N OE Replacement Air Filters for Dodge Ram 1500 & Ram 1500

2009-2012 Ram 1500 3.7L K&N 33-2247

2009-2013 Ram 1500 4.7L K&N 33-2247

2009-2012 Ram 1500 5.7L K&N 33-2247

2013-2017 Ram 1500 3.6L K&N 33-2247

2013-2017 Ram 1500 5.7L K&N 33-2247

K&N Performance Air Intake Systems Intake

The intake system of new cars and trucks is often compromised and as a result doesn't deliver as much fresh air as the engine can draw. K&N performance air intake systems replace the entire restrictive factory air intake system with an aerodynamically-engineered intake tube and oversized conical filter. Most systems include a heat shield to isolate the intake from being contaminated by hot engine air. K&N performance air intake systems are dyno tested to estimate the horsepower gain you can expect with a K&N system installed. Applications for the 2009 – 2017 Ram 1500 include:

The layered and oiled cotton filter media in K&N OE Replacement Filters improve intake airflow

Constructed of layers of treated cotton

2009-2012 Ram 1500 3.7L K&N 57 Series FIPK Air Intake 57-1537 +7.4 estimated HP Gain

2009-2013 Ram 1500 4.7L K&N 77 Series Performance Air Intake 77-1529KP +6.8 estimated HP Gain

2009-2013 Ram 1500 4.7L K&N 63 Series AirCharger Intake 63-1529 +10.8 estimated HP Gain

2012-2013 Ram 1500 4.7L K&N 57 Series FIPK Performance Intake 57-1529 +8.6 estimated HP Gain

2009-2017 Ram 1500 5.7L K&N 77 Series Performance Air Intake 77-1561KP +10.3 estimated HP Gain

2009-2017 Ram 1500 5.7L K&N 63 Series AirCharger Intake 63-1561 +15.7 estimated HP Gain

Even some of the smaller V6 Ram engines can benefit from a K&N air intake

The K&N 77-1564KS performance air intake adds an estimated 12 HP to 3.6L Ram engines

2009-2017 Ram 1500 5.7L K&N 71 Series Blackhawk Air Intake 71-1561 +7.2 estimated HP Gain

2009-2017 Ram 1500 5.7L K&N 57 Series FIPK Performance Intake 57-1561 +15.7 estimated HP Gain

2013-2017 Ram 1500 3.6L K&N 77 Series Performance Air Intake 77-1564KS +12.0 estimated HP Gain

2014-2017 Ram 1500 3.0L Diesel K&N 63 Series AirCharger Intake 63-1571 +11.2 estimated HP Gain

K&N air intake systems are relatively easy to install, typically in 90 minutes or less using the existing factory mounting points and a handful of commonly available tools.

K&N Oil Filters

The SS filter is well-suited for use by racing teams who want to keep a close eye on their engines

The metal SS oil filters can be disassembled, inspected, cleaned, and reinstalled repeatedly

As an expert in filtration K&N produces oil filters that block 99% of foreign material while maintaining a high oil flow rate. Further, K&N oil filters are compatible with both synthetic and conventional oils. K&N wrench-off oil filters are great for street, muscle car, or race applications. The wrench-off oil filters are a canister oil filter with a twist. Beyond being well-known for their durability and strength, they feature an easy wrench-off removal design with a one-inch nut welded to the end. K&N Performance Silver oil filters are designed to provide better engine performance by reducing oil filter restriction. They are engineered to handle all grades of synthetic and conventional motor oils, including blends, and use a pleated filtration media that provides increased capacity and outstanding filtration.

At the top of the range is the K&N washable and reusable billet automotive oil filter. The filter housings are machined from 6061 T6 billet aluminum for strength and durability. The filter is finished in a stainless steel micro-sheen and Neodymium magnets are embedded in the canister to remove harmful metallic debris. The internal filter cartridge is washable and can be reused repeatedly. Oil filter applications for Ram 1500 include:

2009-2012 Ram 1500 3.7L K&N HP-2011

2009-2012 Ram 1500 3.7L K&N PS-2011

A 1" nut welded to the end of the filter makes removal easier and less messy

Made of a heavier grade of steel, the HP oil filter features a 1" nut for easy removal

2009-2012 Ram 1500 3.7L K&N SS-2011

2009-2012 Ram 1500 4.7L K&N HP-2010

2009-2012 Ram 1500 4.7L K&N PS-2010

2009-2012 Ram 1500 4.7L K&N SS-2010

2009-2012 Ram 1500 5.7L K&N HP-2010

2009-2012 Ram 1500 5.7L K&N PS-2010

2009-2012 Ram 1500 5.7L K&N SS-2010

2013-2017 Ram 1500 3.6L K&N PS-7025

2013-2017 Ram 1500 5.7L K&N HP-1017

2013-2017 Ram 1500 5.7L K&N PS-1017

2013-2017 Ram 1500 5.7L K&N SS-1017

2014-2017 Ram 1500 3.0L Diesel K&N PF-4500

In addition to the filters described above, K&N offers a broad range of automotive performance parts which includes protective air filter wraps, clamp-on air filters, crankcase vent filters, plenums, carb adapters, K&N Stubstacks®, carbon fiber composites, filter components, air-fuel ratio monitors, inline fuel filters and fuel pumps, diesel fuel filters, and air restriction gauges. K&N also offers a wide variety of performance parts for motorcycles, scooters, motorhomes, personal watercraft, and boats, as well as lawn mowers, chainsaws and other mobile and auxiliary power equipment. And the K&N website makes it easy to find the right performance filter and other components for your vehicle.

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Brock Hoyer Captures the Gold Medal in the Winter X Games Snow BikeCross Race

3 Popular Performance Upgrades for Your Ford Focus

K&N and Total Chaos Fabrication Take on the Sahara Desert in a One of a Kind Race

This K&N Tapered Conical Universal Air Filter Is Designed to Fit Five Inch Intake Tubes

Simple Upgrades for Your Ram 1500 That Add Performance and Protection