The facts.
| Brand | BMC |
|---|---|
| Part number | FM1012/01 |
| Filter type | Drop-in replacement air filter |
| Filter medium | Four-layer oiled cotton gauze |
| Frame material | Rubber |
| Mesh material | Aluminium |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale V4 / V4 S / V4 R (2025-2026) |
| Maintenance | Washable and reusable |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
The BMC FM1012/01 replacement air filter is built around a four-layer oiled cotton gauze construction that sets it apart from any paper equivalent — delivering a measurably higher flow rate through the airbox of the 2025-2026 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S and V4 R while maintaining the filtration efficiency your engine demands. Every material choice, from the rubber sealing frame to the aluminium mesh backing, reflects BMC's motorsport heritage and commitment to long-service durability.
Key Features
- Four-layer oiled cotton gauze medium allows maximum air throughput and superior dirt-holding capacity compared with standard paper air filters.
- Rubber perimeter frame absorbs vibration and prevents cracking, ensuring an airtight seal in the airbox at all times.
- Aluminium mesh backing shields the cotton layers from fuel vapour and oxidation, protecting filter integrity over many seasons.
- Washable and reusable design: clean, re-oil and refit — no recurring replacement cost and significantly less waste than disposable filters.
- Minimised pressure drop across the filter medium reduces intake restriction, translating directly into improved throttle response and top-end performance.
- Tested to international quality and performance standards, applying knowledge drawn directly from BMC's motorsport programme.
Construction & Materials
BMC's choice of multi-layer oiled cotton gauze is no accident. Cotton fibres trap particulate contamination progressively through the depth of the media rather than only at the surface, which is how the filter achieves both high dirt absorption and a low restriction coefficient simultaneously. The rubber frame is moulded to match the OEM airbox seating geometry precisely, so fitment on the Panigale V4 platform requires no modification and no adaptation kit. The aluminium mesh on the inlet face adds structural rigidity and acts as a first-stage barrier against larger debris, while its resistance to fuel vapour keeps the gauze layers performing correctly even under hard track use where fuel enrichment is at its peak.
Performance & Road or Track Use
On a high-revving, Desmosedici Stradale-derived engine like the Panigale V4's, airflow quality and volume matter at every point in the rev range. BMC's filter reduces pressure losses through the intake tract, allowing the engine management system to work with a cleaner, more consistent air signal. The result is sharper throttle response in the mid-range and a more linear pull to the redline — noticeable on both road and circuit. Because the filter is reusable, track-day riders can inspect and service it between sessions rather than carrying spare disposable units.
Fitment & Compatibility
- Ducati Panigale V4 (2025-2026)
- Ducati Panigale V4 S (2025-2026)
- Ducati Panigale V4 R (2025-2026)
Direct OEM drop-in replacement — no airbox modification required. Part number: FM1012/01.
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | BMC |
| Part number | FM1012/01 |
| Filter type | Drop-in replacement air filter |
| Filter medium | Four-layer oiled cotton gauze |
| Frame material | Rubber |
| Mesh material | Aluminium |
| Fitment | Ducati Panigale V4 / V4 S / V4 R (2025-2026) |
| Maintenance | Washable and reusable |
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Ducati Panigale V4 / V4 S / V4 R (2025–2026)
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