I use the K&N one you referenced on both my bikes and anyone who's bike I work on I give them a choice. 100% of the time they say to use whatever I use.

 

I have used the K&N 171 exclusively on my '20 RG Special starting with the 1k service. Just recently got the HiFlo Filtro branded version with the same 171 part #. Supposedly made in the same factory as K&N and $5 less expensive.

 

The most recent filter was Hi-Flo

 

I am by far no expert on oil filters but you can have more filter surface area with a shorter filter cannister. The amount of filter media can be increased when there are more and deeper pleats. In other words, the length of the cannister isn't the only thing you should consider.

 

You are correct as long as the shorter filter does in fact have more deeper pleats. Cheaper filters can skimp out. Without actual cutting them open its very difficult to tell though

 

Ive used HD, K&N and cheap off brands before without any issues. I havent used them yet but I recently bought some of those Pro-Flo Filtero filters @BH#103 spoke about because like he said, they are basically identical to the K&N's only cheaper. Next oil change I'll be using one

 

The Amsoil kit filter seems cool to me based on my research. I would use it and probably will on my next order

 

I use on my antiquated twin cam , the Mobil 1 M102 .. I used the K&N 171 before , but without fail , the nut strips trying to remove the filter .. There's some evidence out there , if you look , that shows K&N is over rated , at least with the air filters ..

JtB

 

I used the K&P Engineering reusable filter on my previous RG for a lot of miles without issue. I really liked the big magnet built into it for catching fine metallic particles, but cleaning it was a messy process. I recently switched all my oils over to Amsoil and have been using their filter. I can buy a lot of filters for the cost of that one reusable one.

 

I've been using the chrome FRAM PH6065B oil filter. Oil and filter changes at 5k mile intervals.

 

I am using an reusable Arlin Ness oil filter, which is made by proflow. I do a lot of oil changes, which justifies the expense, I do not recommend this oil filter for everybody, as some people don't change their oils as often as others. One good hard ass weekend, and I'm doing three oils. I've been doing this ever since I own the bike, which is why when I drop my oil it still looks brand new!!! Oil excessive Maybe? But it's what works for me, as I am hard on anything that has a gas powered motor, my poor Avalanche with 300,2000 miles on it. I've Loved this truck ever since I bought it new, and yes I do the same thing on oil changes with my truck!

I used 171 C K&N filters for years, for the price and what you get is well worth the extra money. I just thought it was in my better interest to make a switch....

 

I too use a reusable oil filter from k and p engineering. Was made for the oil bud cooler that I never used and got ripped off from. The owner did have a good idea/concept to incorporate a drain plug into the filter. Bought 2, one for use and the other to replace so that I have no downtime in between service…

 

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