GS-450 project bike i bought

[mavv1]

1981 GS-450...airbox was removed before i got it...looking for k&n pod filter part number...no idea how to get airbox back in...do have an airbox i bought thanx

[Nessism]

Try removing the carbs, then install the airbox. If necessary, remove the engine, then install the airbox. Key thing: install the airbox.

[rphillips]

Welcome mavv, first step in a project is get a bike, done... Second step, for me, would be a repair manual, more pictures and instructions than you would imagine... Use the air box, it'll make getting things right much easier.

[stossboss_gaming_and_news]

I'm working on my 450... Looked into the airbox and there is no filter! The mesh had completely disintegrated, it runs great but I imagine no filter will lead to carbs getting dirty quick.

[rphillips]

Nothing to do with carbs getting dirty... The air goes straight thru the carb throat and into the eng... grit, grime, dust straight into the cylinders, rings, and even into oil.

[jdub6092]

I take it that the filter assembly is intact and just the foam piece is shot. You can get a uni filter replacement on amazon.

[salty_monk]

Yeah, Uni filter or if it’s the wrap around type that has a cap you can buy the Uni filter foam and cut your own strip to the right size.