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The K&N VF1013 cabin air filter fits certain models of Subaru BRZ, Scion FR-S, and Honda Fit

K&N is offering the VF1013 cabin air filter for 2013 through 2017 Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S cars as well as 2007 through 2008 Honda Fits.

The Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S are part of the Toyota 86 Series that was developed in a joint venture between Toyota and Subaru, but is solely manufactured by Subaru. Introduced in January 2012, the rear wheel drive, front engine 2-door sports coupe includes a 2.0-liter 4U-GSE/FA20 H4 naturally aspirated four-cylinder boxer engine that features Toyota’s D-4S injection system that uses direct and port fuel injection. Power output has been rated at 200-horsepower (149 kW; 203 PS) at 7,000 rpm and 151 lb-ft (205 N-m) of torque at 6,000 rpm. Two 6-speed transmissions are available –- an in-house developed Toyota TL70 manual gearbox and an Aisin-Warner A960E, which is a modified version of the transmission used on the Lexus IS 250. The automatic transmission includes software that has been engineered to make it imitate the response of a dual-clutch gearbox. This transmission has three different modes –- Sport, Snow, and Normal. A torque sensing limited slip differential is standard.

Introduced in 2001, the Honda Fit is a five-door, front engine, front-wheel drive subcompact car that is sold Japan, Europe, China, the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, South Africa, Chile, Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and the Philippines (as the Honda Jazz).

K&N offers the VF1013 cabin air filter for the 2013 through 2017 Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S and the 2007 through 2008 Honda Fit. The cabin air filter is electrostatically charged to catch and hold most mold, mildew, pollen, spores, fungus and germs. It is washable and reusable and covered by a K&N 10 Year/100,000 Mile Limited Warranty.

K&N also offers the 99-6000 cabin filter cleaning kit that is specially formulated to clean and refresh all K&N cabin air filters. The cleaner removes dirt and road grime as well as the trapped mold, mildew, fungus, allergens, bacteria and other unhealthy debris and increases the electrostatic properties of the filter so that it can be reused.

The filter features a fan-folded, single layer of thermally bonded nonwoven synthetic material with wire screening held in a molded urethane frame. As air flows through the K&N cabin air filter, dirt and allergen particles are caught in the synthetic fibers and held by the electrostatic charge. The design assures increased airflow, even as the filter gets dirty.

K&N cabin air filters outperform factory cabin filters because the factory filter uses folded paper or some combination of paper and fibers. Often rectangular or nearly square in shape, the factory filter serves only as a physical barrier to capture the unhealthy contaminants and only reduces the number of particles that gets into the car’s ventilation and air conditioning system. The contaminants that the factory filter does catch and hold accumulates on the surface and ultimately cakes up, forming a layer of filth that restricts the flow of air coming into the cabin. These filters are not designed to be washed and must be discarded after they capture such an overabundance of contaminants, they can no longer perform as a filter. Factory cabin air filters generally need to be replaced at least once a year. However, since the K&N cabin air filters can be cleaned and recharged, they can be reused so they will last for as long as you own your car.

The K&N VF1013 cabin air filter has been designed and engineered to fit into the following vehicles:

2017 SUBARU BRZ 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 SUBARU BRZ 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 SCION FR-S 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 SUBARU BRZ 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 SCION FR-S 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2014 SUBARU BRZ 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2014 SCION FR-S 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2013 SUBARU BRZ 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2013 SCION FR-S 2.0L H4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2008 HONDA FIT 1.5L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2007 HONDA FIT 1.5L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models

The K&N 99-6000 cabin filter cleaning kit is formulated to clean and recharge K&N cabin air filters

The hand-built Phoenix is a powerful tribute bike

“This bike was built as a tribute to a New York City fire fighter who we lost on 9/11,” says Steve Iacona. “This Sportster has a long history between the new owner and the NYC FDNY. With this build, his memory will live on.” Clearly, it’s fitting that this beautiful tribute bike was built in Iacona’s Brooklyn-based shop.

Phoenix rode away with the top spot in the Modified Harley Class in J&P Cycles Ultimate Builder Bike Show in New York. K&N is a sponsor of the Mod Harley Class, as well as two other classes at each stop of the Progressive International Motorcycle Show.

The narrow tail section accentuates the beefy rear tire

The moto-artists at Iacona Customs are known for building unique, one-off, and award winning bikes with basic hand tools. The Phoenix build is no exception. “The entire bike was hand built, so each part was either modified or handmade,” says Iacona.

“Some of the main features are the front mounted oil tank with stainless lines instead of rubber hoses, custom made gas tank, front fairing assembly, and our original Iacona Custom Cycles tail section with integrated shock.” That ultra-narrow and highly stylized tail section is like none other in the custom bike world, and the front fairing with its offset headlight is a masterpiece.

The offset headlight is becoming a style trademark of Iacona Customs

Steve Iacona is no stranger to the winner’s podium of national motorcycle shows. “I started building cars out of my garage, and eventually transitioned into motorcycles,” says Iacona. “After building a few bikes, word of mouth spread. Today we have two 1st place United States Championship titles and one 2nd place World Championship title. Hopefully soon we will have our 3rd U.S. title!”

The hand-crafted bodywork and paint job on the build is top-notch

“Our next endeavor will be producing our own product line. The first product will be our custom ignition switch, which you can see on our latest builds,” Iacona continues. “We also wouldn’t mind building bikes for some famous celebrities.”

K&N congratulates Iacona Customs on a spectacular and important build. Visit the Iacona Custom Cycles website for more information on their custom projects.

Elias (on bike 24) will join Hayden on team Yoshimura again in 2017

The former MotoGP Moto2 World Champion seemingly had no racing opportunities heading into 2016 when he was contacted to do some limited testing for K&N-sponsored Yoshimura Suzuki. As it turned out, Elias surprised everyone, including himself, with his speed on the Yoshi Suzuki GSX-R1000. He was signed to race in place of Jake Lewis who was injured prior to the season, and the rest, as they say, is history.

Elias garnered six first-place finishes in the 2016 MotoAmerica Superbike season, and secured an impressive third place finish in the overall standings. He finished a single point out of second place and just 7 points out of first. Clearly, American Superbike racing suits the Spanish rider. Elias was amazingly quick in adapting his frenetic riding style to the Superbike class.

Elias tweaked his riding style to find success in the Superbike class

Senior Vice President for Yoshimura Research and Development of America, Don Sakakura echoed Alexander’s enthusiasm on the makeup of the team. “After a very competitive season last year, we are excited to have these two great talents back for another year of racing,” said Sakakura. “Roger and Toni made great progress with the team last year, and we are hopeful that the new GSX-R1000 will prove to be a winning combination for them in 2017.”

Elias roosted his flat track bike to a podium finish in the Superprestigio (photo MotoAmerica)

K&N is excited to again be a part of the continued resurgence of Yoshimura Suzuki. Toni Elias is certainly going to be a huge part of what looks to be an exciting time in MotoAmerica Superbike with the partnership of Yoshimura Suzuki and K&N Engineering.

K&N small engine filters have a greater capacity to hold dirt while maintaining airflow

So why are we talking about lawn mower and chainsaw filters when there’s 10 feet of snow on the ground in parts of the country? Because before you know it the days will get longer and warmer, and the grass will begin to sprout. And we want you to be ready. Also, what better time to work on your tools in the garage?

Unlike modern cars and trucks, lawn mowers and chainsaws don’t have any emissions controls. You may be surprised to learn that a lawn mower produces as much pollution as five modern cars, used for the same amount of time. And that’s a mower that’s running properly.

One of the largest causes of additional air pollution emanating from lawn mowers and chainsaws is a clogged air filter. If the engine isn’t able to draw enough air, it will run rich (i.e. too much fuel and not enough air for complete combustion) so unburned hydrocarbons are released through the exhaust.

K&N makes filters for riding and walk-behind mowers, chain saws, edgers, blowers, and more

The solution is simple: install a K&N air filter on your mower or chainsaw. K&N filters have a greater capacity to capture dirt and dust yet maintain airflow. Also, once you’ve purchased a K&N air filter it means you no longer have to remember to stop at the hardware or “big box” home store to pick-up a new filter each year. You simply wash and reuse!

K&N air filters for mowers and chainsaw are constructed with the company’s hybrid air filtration medium, which is a non-woven synthetic material and is incredibly easy to clean. Designed to be used dry with no oil required, the filters don’t even have to be completely dry before re-installation. Just spray on the 99-0624 synthetic air filter cleaner and clean the dirt, dust, clippings, and other contaminants with just a garden hose.

No need to have to remember to buy a new filter each year with a K&N reuseable filter

In addition to the mower and chainsaw filters above, K&N’s automotive performance line includes air filter wraps, clamp-on air filters, crankcase vent filters, plenums, carb adapters, K&N Stubstacks®, carbon fiber composites, filter accessories, air/fuel monitors, inline fuel filters and pumps, diesel fuel filters and air restriction gauges. K&N also offers a wide variety of performance parts for motorcycles, personal watercraft, and boats. To locate K&N upgrades for cars, SUVs, vans, commercial trucks, karts, scooters, motorcycles, campervans, or almost anything with an engine, use the K&N search by vehicle tool.

Brad Baker has reason to smile with an exciting new race team for 2017

In this candid Q&A, the K&N-sponsored racer gives us some great insights into what the new flat track series will look like for both racers and fans. Baker also gives us a look back at his 2016 racing season and his exciting racing team news for 2017.

K&N: What are a few highlights of your 2016 flat track season?

Marquez got the upper hand in the 2016 Superprestigio, but Baker will fight again in 2017

The next national, I found myself watching from the sidelines after an engine failure when I was leading the main event in Austin, Texas. That would stay repetitive for the rest of the season. I would have one or two good races then have an engine failure while leading or in the top 3. However, even with the bad luck of engine failures, I still managed a few podiums and a second consecutive Summer X Games bronze medal. I also finished the AMA Pro season and my last race with the Harley Davidson Motor Company by winning the Santa Rosa Mile by 13 seconds.

Baker doing laps with the racing legend Valentino Rossi

BB: Yes, I ended the season with an amazing 5 week trip to Europe. I spent most of my time training with my good friend, Ferran Cardus. Ferran is the Spanish Dirt Track champion and will be competing at the American Flat Track season opener in Daytona in March aboard my 450 Hondas. One highlight of the trip was getting the honor and pleasure to ride with legend Valentino Rossi at his beautiful Motor Ranch in Tavullia, Italy. Vale and I have made plans for him to come ride with me in April between the Argentina and Austin GP.

Baker will move from Harley to Indian in 2017

K&N: What are your feelings on the changes to Pro Flat Track that are coming next season?

BB: I have a really good feeling about the changes that have been made by AMA Pro (American Flat Track). I think the changes will benefit the sport which benefits riders and teams as well as the fans. For the fans, the flat track class structure has been confusing to understand for quite a few years. Unlike motocross and road racing, where classes have been separated by engine CC and bike size, flat track has been separated by a rider’s skill level riding the same bike. This is still a factor in other motorsports but it's much easier for a fan to distinguish the classes by the sound and look of a bike. Obviously, the more skilled riders compete on the bigger and higher horsepower machines. I'm positive the racing will still be close and fun to watch even on the smaller and more technical courses. For the riders and teams, the sport is now more marketable, which means more OEM brand involvement and outside sponsorship opportunities. Flat track has a lot positive momentum in growth behind it right now and I believe these changes in 2017 will add to that.

Baker looks to get back to the center of the podium in Barcelona

BB: I have had a great relationship with K&N for many years now. They are longtime supporters of the sport I love and it means a lot that they have believed in me for so long. I trust K&N because they have the best air and oil filters on the market when you are looking for performance and protection. I trust them whether it's in my race bikes or my pickup truck!

K&N: What are your thoughts on your upcoming 2017 season and what are your goals?

BB: I am really excited about the 2017 season! I am riding for Indian Motorcycle with an all new team behind me. The current Grand National Champion, Bryan Smith, will be my teammate and the man behind his success, Ricky Howerton, will be our Team Manager. With the already proven capability of the Indian Scout FTR 750 mixed with my talent and knowledge of my team, I think we are going to have a solid first year together. The goal is to win races, stay consistent on my bad days, and recover the #1 plate at the end of the year!

We would like to congratulate Brad Baker on a positive 2016 and we look forward to what is ahead in 2017.