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Crowds Line Up for K&N at Western Motorhome Show in UK

Aug 14, 2006

The weather was not good at the Western Motorhome Show near Worchestershire, England over the weekend, but that did not stop the crowds.

Crowds visit K&N Booth at Western Motorhome Show

There were plenty of visitors to the K&N Engineering Moble Show Unit at the Three Counties Showground in Great Malvern on August 11, 12 and 13. The crowd asked questions to the K&N staff and purchased new filters for their cars and motorhomes, despite strong winds and a lot of rain.

The K&N Mobile Show Unit was stocked with products for any petrol, diesel and LPG motorhome from a Bedford Rascal up to the largest American RV. There are 115,000 registered motorhomes and 500,000 registered caravans in the UK. Sales are at record highs in the UK and with a K&N Filter there is an increase in power and torque for the motorhome user.

The 2006 show had a strong Western feel. This is its second highlighting American and European motorhome markets and displaying the best British models from the UK’s leading motorhome dealers.

Motorhomes at Western Motorhome Show at Great Malvern

Motorhomes at Western Motorhome Show in Great Malvern

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

K&N Offers Powersports Oil Filters for BMW Sports Tourer Motorcycle

Aug 14, 2006

The BMW sport motorcycle has more power and less weight with each generation. Both the R1200RT and R1200ST arrived in the United States in the spring of 2005. The R1200ST weighs in just below 573 pounds for good performance on long and short rides.

Powersports Oil Filter for BMW Motorcycles

The new sport tourer adventure bikes were developed to be supported by the drive train, innovative chassis elements and all the modern technologies of the R1200GS.
K&N Engineering has just released a Powersports Oil Filter (KN-164) for the BMW R1200ST, BMW R1200RT, BMW R1200GS, K1200S and BMW HP2.

"K&N's Powersports Oil Filters have a high quality man made synthetic media," said K&N Powersports Brand Manager John Jump. "If you use your adventure bike riding across the Sahara or on surface streets K&N Powersports Oil Filters (KN-164) provide outstanding oil filtration at high flow rates keeping your motor running clean and smooth."

All K&N 'spin-on' oil filters feature a heavy-duty metal can with a 17mm nut attached to the end that allows for easy installation and removal.

The KN-164 will fit the following vehicles:

2015 BMW R NINET 1170
2015 BMW K1600GTL EXCLUSIVE 1600
2015 BMW K1600GTL 1600
2015 BMW K1600GT 1600
2015 BMW C650GT 647
2014 BMW R NINET 1170
2014 BMW K1600GTL EXCLUSIVE 1600
2014 BMW K1600GTL 1600
2014 BMW K1600GT SPORT 1600
2014 BMW K1600GT 1600
2014 BMW F800GS ADVENTURE 798
2014 BMW F800GS 798
2014 BMW C650GT 647
2014 BMW C600 SPORT 647
2013 BMW R1200RT 1200
2013 BMW F800GS 798
2013 BMW C650GT 647
2013 BMW C600 SPORT 647
2012 BMW R1200RT 1200
2012 BMW R1200R 1200
2012 BMW R1200GS ADVENTURE 1200
2012 BMW R1200GS 1200
2012 BMW C650GT 647
2012 BMW C600 SPORT 647
2011 BMW R1200S 1200
2011 BMW R1200RT 1200
2011 BMW R1200R CLASSIC 1200
2011 BMW R1200R 1200
2011 BMW R1200GS ADVENTURE 1200
2011 BMW R1200GS 1200
2011 BMW HP2 SPORT 1170
2011 BMW HP2 MEGAMOTO 1170
2010 BMW R1200S 1200
2010 BMW R1200RT 1200
2010 BMW R1200R 1200
2010 BMW R1200GS ADVENTURE 1200
2010 BMW R1200GS 1200
2010 BMW R1200 HP2 SPORT 1200
2010 BMW HP2 SPORT 1170
2010 BMW HP2 MEGAMOTO 1170
2010 BMW F800R 798
2009 BMW S1000RR 990
2009 BMW R1200S 1170
2009 BMW R1200RT 1170
2009 BMW R1200R 1170
2009 BMW R1200GS ADVENTURE 1170
2009 BMW R1200GS 1170
2009 BMW R1200 HP2 SPORT 1200
2009 BMW HP2 SPORT 1170
2009 BMW F800ST 798
2009 BMW F800S 798
2009 BMW F800R 798
2008 BMW R1200RT 1170
2008 BMW R1200R 1170
2008 BMW R1200GS HP2 1170
2008 BMW R1200GS ADVENTURE 1170
2008 BMW R1200GS 1170
2008 BMW R1200 HP2 SPORT 1200
2008 BMW HP2 SPORT 1170
2008 BMW HP2 MEGAMOTO 1170
2008 BMW HP2 ENDURO 1170
2008 BMW F800ST 798
2008 BMW F800S 798
2007 BMW R1200ST 1170
2007 BMW R1200S 1170
2007 BMW R1200RT 1170
2007 BMW R1200R 1170
2007 BMW R1200GS HP2 1170
2007 BMW R1200GS ADVENTURE 1170
2007 BMW R1200GS 1170
2007 BMW HP2 MEGAMOTO 1170
2007 BMW HP2 ENDURO 1170
2007 BMW F800ST 798
2007 BMW F800S 798
2006 BMW R1200ST 1170
2006 BMW R1200S 1170
2006 BMW R1200RT 1170
2006 BMW R1200GS HP2 1170
2006 BMW R1200GS ADVENTURE 1170
2006 BMW R1200GS 1170
2006 BMW HP2 ENDURO 1170
2006 BMW F800ST 798
2006 BMW F800S 798
2005 BMW R900RT 900
2005 BMW R1200ST 1170
2005 BMW R1200RT 1170
2005 BMW R1200GS HP2 1170
2005 BMW R1200GS ADVENTURE 1170
2005 BMW R1200GS 1170
2005 BMW HP2 ENDURO 1170
2004 BMW R1200GS 1170

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

Injured Australian Racer Preps for FIM Speedway Grand Prix World Championship in Sweden

Aug 10, 2006

Italian Grand Prix winner Jason Crump is fighting against time as he prepares for the Scandinavian round of the 2006 FIM Speedway Grand Prix World Championship at Malilla in Sweden on August 12.

The world champion leader is seeing a leading British sports physiotherapist who specializes in treating foot injuries for athletes.

Jason Crump 16-time Grand Prix Champion

“I have been receiving treatment on a daily basis and the results are encouraging,” said Crump. “My heel is heavily bandaged and there is still quite a lot of pain particularly when I walk. The treatment has accelerated the healing process considerably and it is getting better every day. I hope by the end of the week I’ll be back to full fitness.”

Crump rode despite pain from a severe ankle injury at Longio, Italy and extended his lead in the World Championship to 57 points.

The Australian Ace uses K&N Engineering products. “I love K&N products, the K&N Filters are the best in the world,” said Crump. “I have solely used K&N products and never had a problem. K&N is the best for dirt track racing.”

With six of the ten rounds completed in the series, the 16-time Grand Prix winner said he wants things to go as well in the second half and they did for him in the first half.

Follow Jason Crump's progress throughout the racing season at the K&N news site. Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

Michael Jordan Motorsports Suzuki Uses K&N Filters

Aug 10, 2006

Michael Jordan Motorsports Suzuki’s Jason Pridmore, Steve Rapp and Jake Holden were impressive at the AMA Superbike double-header weekend at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington.

During the two day event there were multiple top-10 finishes. The Jordan-Suzuki Team posted fast laps in Superbike qualifying on Saturday. Pridmore (1:26.160) led the way, taking the sixth spot on the starting grid. Holden (1:27.037) qualified in the 10th spot and Rapp (1:27.327) took 13th position.

Holden had the most consistent showing with two top-10 finishes, 7th on Saturday and 9th on Sunday. “We struggled some with set-up issues in Saturday’s race, but we knew exactly what we needed for Sunday,” said Holden. “I felt confident about both races and that helped me run up front in the Superstock race.”

Rapp finished a strong 6th on Saturday, but was unable to race Sunday. “Saturday’s race was good. The bike was running well and I got a good start,” he said. “On Sunday, I high-sided in the Superstock race but I’m okay.”

Pridmore came home in 6th place on Sunday. “It was awesome to be running with the guys up front,” said Pridmore. “We have made so much progress with the bike and we’re finally where we should be.”

Jordan Suzuki uses K&N Engineering Filters. “K&N Filters keep the dirt out of our engines,” said Ken Abbot of Jordan Suzuki. “Our engines breathe better and we get more horsepower.”

Normally the team is in the top five, but a few guys were hurt over the weekend, said Abbot. “The guys are training again and getting ready for the next race,” he said. “Michael Jordan has always been a motorsports enthusiast. This team started because he wanted to help one rider fulfill a dream.” The Legendary NBA star formed the team in 2004 as a result of his passion for motorcycle racing. His mission is to bring a new level of excellence and style to the motorcycle racing industry.

The Jordan Suzuki Team will compete in the ninth round of AMA Superbike at Virginia International Raceway in Alton, Virginia on August 18 and 19.

Follow Team Jordan Suzuki's progress throughout the racing season at the K&N news site. Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

Phil Burkart Prepares for NHRA POWERtour at Brainerd

Aug 10, 2006

Brainerd, Minnesota is considered by many racers to be one of the favorite stops on the NHRA POWERtour. It has beautiful scenery, friendly fans and an atmosphere that is unique to this rural race track in the middle of nowhere.

Minnesota’s largest motorsports event will take place at Brainerd International Raceway with more than $500,000 in prize money. John Force, Larry Dixon, Cory McClenathan, Gary Sceizi and other superstars will converge on this annual event.

Phil Burkart's CSK Funny Car

Phil Burkart said he will enjoy all of those attributes when he returns to Brainerd for this weekend’s Lucas Oil Nationals. The driver of the blue Checker, Schuck’s Kragen Monte Carlo Funny Car has put this stop at the top of his list for personal reasons. At Brainerd, Burkart resurrected his career and a lifetime full of dreams came true.

In 2003, Burkart was a licensed Funny Car driver working in his family-owned automotive shop in upstate New York. As the Brainerd race approached, Burkart could count only 34 race appearances in more than five seasons. Of those, 16 ended early with a DNQ, as Burkart’s various low-budget teams struggled to compete. Then, Del Worsham called.

“Del and his team were running three cars at the time, with Arnie Karp driving the black car, and Arnie got hurt at home right before the Brainerd race,” said Burkart. “About 24 hours later, I was on a plane for Minneapolis, pretty wound up that I was getting a chance to drive such a good car, for such a great team. Brainerd was like the Taj Mahal and I was walking on red carpets. The whole weekend was a bit of a blur, but it was awesome.”

This was an opportunity for Burkart to prove to every team owner in the business that he could drive. “We managed to qualify at Brainerd and Indianapolis, when more shocking news came my way,” he said. “Johnny Gray, who had been driving the blue CSK car, called it quits after Indy and Del told me I was going to the blue team. In two weeks, I’d gone from sitting at home to driving the blue CSK car.”

Three years later, Burkart is heading back to Brainerd. “The first trip, in 2003, may have been a total blur, but I’ve enjoyed this race every year since then,” he said. “It’s all about great memories, a great place, great fans and a great race. On top of that, it’s like an anniversary for me every time I come here. I raced from 1998 to 2003, and even won a Wally doing it that way, but my real career started in Brainerd.”

Phil Burkart on NHRA POWERtour

The 2006 season has been full of frustrating turns and unhappy endings. For Burkart, getting back to the good luck in Brainerd cannot hurt.

“You know the dream where you’re trying to get somewhere, but you just aren’t going fast enough and you can’t quite get there? In a lot of ways our season has been like that. It started well, and our confidence was sky high, but then the gremlins came and the thousandths of a second started going the other way. We need a good outing, and we need to get back on the positive side of the close races. I really thing we are going to do well this weekend, I can feel it.”

Burkart uses K&N Engineering Oil Filters during the NHRA Racing Season. “The K&N Filter is easy to install, we literally spin it on with one hand and tighten it,” said Team Worsham Manager Bob Wilber. “The K&N Filter is absolutely optimal for the demands our race cars face.”

Follow Phil Burkart's progress throughout the racing season at the K&N news site. Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

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