Hi all,

I'm new to this forum and new to atv ownership, although I've ridden a bit before. I've got a 2002 Bayou 220. I was thinking of getting the K&N Power Kit for it. They claim up to 15% power increase and I would love to have an edge over my neighbors 2001 220.

First, are their claims correct about the 15%. Will I notice any increase with this smaller engine. I'd like to see more off the line power and speed for tight trails rather than top speed from a mod like this. Is that the result I could expect?

Second, how difficult is this to install? I am no mechanic, but I usually can do or build anything I decide to within reason. Do you think this is best left to a qualified mechanic?

Also if anyone has any other suggestions for mods appropriate for a low end quad like the 220. I would appreciate it. I've got to live with this until the better half outgrows her 220.

Thanks for any help and suggestions.
bushbayous

PS. To any other 220 owners out there, I am by no means putting the 220 down. In fact I'm having a blast playing with this thing. I think I'm going keep one around even when its time to trade-in/upgrade.

 

You should definately feel a differance in the "seat of your pants". I don't know about all the 15% stuff, but it will give you a noticeable gain throughout the entire RPM range as well as a slight gain in top speed.

 

Thanks 2000mojave for the response. I think I'm going to go for the power kit first then maybe a new pipe for it. I'm starting to read up on tires also so who knows.

Thanks again.

Ps. Nice rides on your site.