I picked up the Ngage Air Filter for my Royal Enfield Himalayan because it would complement the functionality of a couple other modifications that I wish to procure in the future.
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I've been using the Ngage Air Filter for about 1000 Kms now, so I thought I'd post my impressions about its 'performance' so far.
An air filter alone isn't going to change a lot, and that is something that everyone must come to terms with. I picked this up, because I suspect it would complement the functionality of a couple other modifications such as the Fuel X Pro and the NGK Spark Plugs, that I wish to procure in the future.
I didn't want to spend close to six big ones on a BMC Air filter and after reading up a little about this small company called Ngage and watching a few videos, I decided to take the plunge. I ordered it directly on their website, however it is available on bikenbiker as well. From what I understand, most of these filters are Dyno tested as well, and claim to provide an additional increase in power up to 1.5 BHP, at the wheel.
The Quality of the packaging is impeccable no doubt, as is the filter itself. There is virtually no difference between this and say the BMC Filters in terms of fit and finish, as far as I observe. This needs to be cleaned and re-oiled every 6,000 to 10,000 km depending on usage. The Filter for the Himalayan cost Rs. 3000 and the recharge kit is for Rs. 700, which is very economical. The filter can be used for about 1 Lakh Km as per the company's claims.
'Performance' Impressions: There is a definite improvement in the throttle response and the ease with which the bike holds speed between 100-120 kmph. However, this change isn't the holy grail and is pretty minuscule. The Fuel X should make a significant impact I suppose. My agenda with these modifications is not to make the Himalayan suddenly become a performance machine, but are simply to aid its ability to get to and comfortably hold around 110 kmph, purely for touring purposes. IMHO, to try and make the Himalayan into anything else isn't worth it. I haven't had any change in mileage post installation.
For the price however, relative to its competitors, this seems like a bang for the buck product!
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