I want to get my air cleaner cover powdercoated. Can I run the bike without the air cleaner cover on while it's getting powdercoated, or would that change the air flow too much?

 

i have not had a cover on in 2 years bud... you will be fine

 

That's what I figured, I just thought I'd check. Thanks!

 

Only problem I could forsee is getting caught in a heavy rain.

 

Sadly, here in the PNW that is a distinct possibility.

 

i have a KN filter... oiled up... i have been in some down pours but now i have a rain sock for it... since i bought the sock... no issues getting caught in the rain... besides i dont like to ride my HD in the rain... i have other bikes for that

 

damn. You have a bike designated for rain duty?

 

Sure he does! Joe can make anything with a case of beer and a stack of milk crates and plywood.

I run my SE filter open. No issues yet.

 

You could be running very lean without it, which can cause immediate damage. Besides water, which turns into steam when it hits the combustion chamber, you can suck in anything.

 

I'm talking just running without the cover, not without the filter.