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BMC Racing Air Filter Yamaha YZF-R1/M RN32, RN49 & RN65 (2015-2026) FM856/04RACE

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The BMC Racing air filter FM856/04RACE is engineered for Yamaha YZF-R1 and YZF-R1M riders who demand more than factory specification can offer. Retaining the precise geometry of the original filter for a direct, tool-free swap, it is constructed from a purpose-developed filtration medium that delivers a measurably higher airflow rate while maintaining the filtration integrity your engine depends on. If your R1 or R1M has been mapped or modified for elevated output, this is the filter the build calls for.

Key Features

  • Purpose-developed race filtration medium increases airflow volume over the OEM unit without compromising particle retention — the foundation of genuine power gains on a tuned engine.
  • Track-derived construction draws directly on BMC's motorsport programme, making it the natural choice for riders running custom ECU maps or modified intake and exhaust systems.
  • Dual-function performance: higher flow and first-rate filtration work simultaneously, so the engine breathes freely and remains protected from abrasive contaminants.
  • Identical external dimensions to the original Yamaha filter ensure a straightforward, no-modification installation — drop it in and ride.
  • Distinctive yellow stripe provides instant visual identification in the airbox, confirming the race-specification component is fitted at a glance.
  • Optimised specifically for modified Yamaha YZF-R1 and YZF-R1M engines where the OEM filter becomes a restriction to achieving the full benefit of tuning work.

Construction & Materials

BMC's Racing range is built around a proprietary multi-layer cotton gauze medium, oiled and layered to precise tolerances within a robust frame. The material is chosen for its ability to flow significantly more air than paper or foam alternatives while presenting a consistently fine filtration barrier to dust, grit, and airborne debris. The yellow racing stripe is not a cosmetic afterthought — it is BMC's own house mark for their Race-specification product tier, distinguishing it clearly from the street-oriented Evolution range in both appearance and airflow calibration.

Performance & Track Use

On a stock Yamaha YZF-R1 the OEM air filter is a calculated compromise between flow, longevity, and manufacturing cost. Once the ECU mapping, exhaust, or throttle bodies are modified, that compromise becomes a genuine bottleneck. The FM856/04RACE removes the intake restriction that limits the return on tuning investment, allowing the engine to draw in the volume of air a modified fuelling map expects. The result is a more complete power delivery across the rev range rather than simply at peak revs, which is especially apparent on circuit where the engine is held at high load for extended periods.

Fitment & Compatibility

This filter is a direct replacement for the following Yamaha models and chassis codes:

  • Yamaha YZF-R1 RN32 (2015-2016)
  • Yamaha YZF-R1M RN32 (2015-2016)
  • Yamaha YZF-R1 RN49 (2017-2020)
  • Yamaha YZF-R1M RN49 (2017-2020)
  • Yamaha YZF-R1 RN65 (2021-2026)
  • Yamaha YZF-R1M RN65 (2021-2026)

Specifications

  • Brand: BMC
  • Part number: FM856/04RACE
  • Filter type: Race air filter
  • Fitment: Yamaha YZF-R1 / YZF-R1M, chassis codes RN32, RN49, RN65
  • Model years: 2015-2026
  • Installation: Direct OEM replacement, no modification required
  • Visual identifier: Yellow racing stripe
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