DNA® winner of the prestigious international product design award “Reddot Product Design Award 2017”! DNA Filters proves to be a worldwide pioneer once again. The International recognition throughthe Red Dot Product Design Award as well as the top quality of its products and the persistence toperfection make its loyal followers proud.
Marios Nikolaidis, Motorsport Engineer of R&D/Production Manager of Greek DNA Filters, designed a range of innovative air filters that combine the unique DNA filtering technology with special synthetic “leather skin” in a variation of colours.
Customizing and modifying bikes has been the new trend over the past couple of years, creating Cafe-racers, Trackers, Bobbers and Cruisers. DNA and Marios Nikolaidis latched onto the new trend and launched a new series of innovative air filters under the “Leather Top” sub-brand. With the new award-winning DNA Leather Top Filtersseries, the air filter is now perfectly suited to the Custom Motorcycles’ exterior,providing a unique added value to the customized bikes, ready to satisfy even themost demanding rider.
The synthetic Leather texture is applied to the famous DNA Universal filters using a state-of-the-art“in mold fusion” technology. The range consists of “hexagon” “oval” and “U” shapes in brown, beige, green .yellow, blue, grey, orange and red colours! The leather top has a 3D convex shape engraved with the “D” of DNA. An incredible palette of colours and shapes was created which in combination with the top performance eco-friendly materials overwhelmed the Red Dot committee and made the leather-top filter the next best thing in customizing.
The Red Dot Product Design Award ceremony 2017 will take place on the 3rd of July 2017 in Essen, Germany at the Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen. The award-winning Leather Top DNA filterswill be featured in the prestigious Red Dot Design Year Book 2017-2018 as well as in display atthe“Red Dot Design Museums” of Germany and Singapore!
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DNA Air Filter Service Kit for Motorsport PN: DSK-3001Auto
Yes and even better, the DNA filters have a filtering efficiency of minimum 98% (ISO 5011 test). Good quality OEM paper filters are from 97% to 99% and the foam filters are from 92% to 97%.
Filtering efficiency is the amount of "dirt" the filter can maintain (stop) and protect the engine efficiently. For example, the DNA Filter for every 100 grams of dirt that it will receive, it will "trap" 98-99 grams, and this applies even to fine dirt as small as 5 microns.
The percentage of dust that the filter retains during a laboratory test, following the ISO 5011 protocol.
DNA uses the most advanced computerized ROTRONICS flowbench available today. The complete procedure is computer controlled/automated, to avoid human error. Additionally, wa always test the DNA filters back to back, the same day and time, with the stock OEM filters and publish the results. Reading our data, you can immediately see the differences in air flow, between the 2 filters and what to expect by using the DNA filters.
It was brought to our attention, so we purchased the filters and tested them back to back at the same set pressure, with our DNA and the stock OEM filters. Well guess what, the data claimed were false, nothing to do with the reality! Of course the flow was higher than the stock but much lower compared to the DNA! No wonder they never compare it with the stock, as they can't claim 300% (!) increase in air flow over the stock OEM filter. Only data measured back to back the same time are comparable, don't forget we are measuring air! This is why we always publish the stock OEM data.
In cases the air flow of the DNA Filter is extremely high we include with the filter special instructions.
DNA has developed a unique filtering media that is perfect for off-road use. During the toughest rally in the world, DAKAR 2011 in Argentina - Chile, one of the factory Aprilia 450 Rally bikes, was racing with DNA filter. The results were very impressive compared to the rest of the team's bikes racing with foam filters. Every evening when the bikes were serviced, compared back to back the DNA filter and the foam filters, absolutely no dust had passed through and the engine was like new! Not to mention that one filter was enough for each day, compared to 2 or 3 foam filters per day the other bikes had to use. So this myth is busted!
No, you must never use the DNA filter un-oiled. The oil is a crucial part of the filtering media. You must always apply the Special DNA filter oil, not just any oil, after servicing the filter.
Race bikes must be kept always in top condition, especially the engine. Debris and flying bugs found at the track, plus rubber from the bikes' tires in front, can seriously damage the engine. DNA will provide the maximum air flow and at the same time maximum protection. We do not compromise filtering efficiency in order to increase flow; we increase air flow using our revolutionary FCd design, maintaining the 4 layer reliable DNA filtering media. If you want the highest air flow and filtering efficiency of 98% for your race engine, then your only choice is DNA.
The servicing intervals depend on the environment that the vehicle is used. Once a year or every 15.000 to 30.000 km is suggested, to keep your DNA filter in top condition. An easy way to check if the filter needs cleaning, is to see if the wire mesh that that is on the dirty side, is visible.
If you can see the mesh, you can continue using the filter. If the mesh is totally covered in debris, you must clean the filter.
Absolutely no! You must treat your DNA filter as delicate textile. How woulld you clean an expensive and delicate garment? First of all read the cleaning instructions, then follow them carefully. Every DNA filter packaging & the DNA service products include detailed cleaning instructions. The procedure is very user friendly.
The DNA Air Flow Tests
For the air flow tests, we use the most advanced flow bench available today. The ROTRONICS FlowScan, is a totally computerized flow bench that measures:
- Mass of the air
- Flow of the air
- Temperature of the air
- Absolute air pressure
- Differential air pressure
- Speed of the air at various points (Pit ot tubes)
- Absolute humidity of the air
The complete procedure is automated and computer controlled, eliminating human errors.
The DNA Dyno Tests
For the Dyno Tests, we use the industry standard Dynojet chassis dyno equipped with eddy current load control, Dynojet 250LC. Our dyno cell is equipped with a variable flow air cooling system, designed to precisely simulate real world conditions.
The DNA Stage 2 Series
The DNA Stage 2 Kit, can be either a DNA filter or a DNA cover that is designed to replace a part of the air box, seriously increasing air flow to the engine. With the proper fuel recalibration the results are always very impressive.
The DNA Stage 3 Series
The DNA Stage 3 Kit, consists of a complete air box and filter, designed to replace the existing OEM air box, improve air circulation around the filter and air flow to the engine. Power increase up to 12 HP is common with the S3! The S3 includes all the necessary hardware and installation information.