My opinion, I would get a Pipercross induction system. part # PK176c
http://www.pipercross.com/ if you live in a dusty area. Or buy a foam air filter or Accel Kool Blue to replace the K&N one. K&N type filters do allow more air to pass but filtration is best when the filter becomes "dirty" and kept properly oiled. The Pipercross will flow almost as well as the K&N but filter the smaller particles better and is also a reusable filter or can be cleaned. I should add that the K&N is a good filter and is popular among many enthusiasts. Oil analysis varies depending on the geographic area/location with the K&N Filter. Some report excellent results with minimal dirt and wear, while others find increased dirt and wear. The following link is from a desert racer and may be considered an extreme example:
http://www.dirtcheapracing.com/tech/airfilter/. And here is an image of a K&N filter under microscope with various micron sizes as reference:
Accel Kool Blue Air Filters, part # ACC-KP2539, is an excellent alternative to the K&N drop-in filter and cheaper too, if you feel that a paper filter is too restrictive and want more filtration than the K&N, yet want a reusable filter and better breathing. Personally, I prefer the paper air filters, cheaper and has more filtering area. Would like to see a foam drop-in filter though.
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