K&N Replacement Air Filter for Kawasaki ZX-10 R (2011–2015) – KA-1011

The K&N KA-1011 is a direct replacement air filter engineered specifically for the Kawasaki ZX-10 R across the 2011 to 2015 model years. It slots straight into the factory airbox without any system modifications, fully complying with all noise and emissions regulations — so you gain performance without sacrificing roadworthiness or legality.

Key Features

• Drop-in OEM replacement: fits the stock airbox of the ZX-10 R (2011–2015) with zero modifications required, maintaining full compatibility with the factory electronics.
• Noise and emissions compliant: meets all applicable noise and exhaust regulations, keeping the bike fully road-legal out of the box.
• High airflow with superior filtration: K&N's layered cotton gauze medium maximises airflow through the airbox, unlocking improved horsepower and acceleration while shielding the engine from harmful contaminants.
• Washable and reusable for life: unlike disposable paper filters, the KA-1011 can be cleaned and re-oiled, lasting the entire service life of the engine.
• Extended service intervals: under typical riding conditions the filter needs cleaning only every 80,000 km, dramatically reducing routine maintenance demands.
• Long-term cost saving: one filter replaces the repeated purchase of OEM paper elements, delivering significant savings over the life of the motorcycle.
• Environmentally responsible: the reusable construction keeps spent filters out of landfill, reducing waste compared with single-use alternatives.

Performance and Build Quality

K&N engineers the KA-1011 to make full use of the Kawasaki ZX-10 R's airbox volume. The multi-layer oiled cotton gauze construction balances filtration efficiency with the airflow the ZX-10 R's inline-four demands, translating the available airbox space into measurable gains in mid-range response and top-end power. The filter's pliable rubber sealing flange seats firmly against the airbox housing, preventing unfiltered air from bypassing the element and reaching the throttle bodies.

Servicing and Longevity

Maintenance is straightforward with K&N's own Recharger cleaning kit. Remove the filter, apply cleaner, rinse, allow to dry fully, then apply a light coat of K&N filter oil before reinstalling. Under normal conditions this process is only required at approximately 80,000 km intervals, making the KA-1011 one of the lowest-maintenance filter choices available for the ZX-10 R.

Fitment and Compatibility

The KA-1011 is designed exclusively for the following application:

• Kawasaki ZX-10 R — 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015

No airbox modification, re-mapping or electronic adjustment is needed. The filter works seamlessly with the standard Kawasaki fuel injection and engine management system.

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