Air Filter Frame

[Guest]

So, I just got a beat up old '81 GS650G. Among other things, it's missing the frame (basket) for the air filter element. I'm restoring it, so I want to keep the stock air box. However, Suzuki doesn't sell this part anymore. Other then getting rid of the stock airbox, what options are out there? What will fit in that airbox?

Thanks Again!

[tom203]

The frame tends to get junked with greasy filter element. Note in my pic, that it's "D" shaped both ends. All it does is keep element from collasping and being swallowed. If you're creative, you could make one out of wire mesh- the "D" ends don't have to be perfect, cuz the element forms the seal at the ends. The cage is 4.5 inches long.. Make sure you get correct element for shaft 650's- stock or UNI 2440 (IIRC)
It's alot easier making one then playing with pods- and good pods ain't cheap

[snackie]

Thanks

The frame tends to get junked with greasy filter element. Note in my pic, that it's "D" shaped both ends. All it does is keep element from collasping and being swallowed. If you're creative, you could make one out of wire mesh- the "D" ends don't have to be perfect, cuz the element forms the seal at the ends. The cage is 4.5 inches long.. Make sure you get correct element for shaft 650's- stock or UNI 2440 (IIRC)
It's alot easier making one then playing with pods- and good pods ain't cheap

Yeah, I was thinkin about just building one and I guess that's what I'll do. Thanks and best regards,

Snackie