Sprint Filter P08F1-85 Air Filter – Yamaha YZF-R6 RJ15 (2008–2016) PM50S F1-85

Engineered from over 65 years of motorsport heritage — including campaigns in MotoGP and World SBK — the Sprint Filter P08F1-85 brings race-derived filtration technology to the Yamaha YZF-R6 RJ15. This is not a repackaged paper element or an oiled-foam compromise; the distinctive polyester mesh construction and patented waterproof design reflect the exacting standards of a manufacturer whose filters have graced the most competitive grids on earth.

Key Features

• Triple airflow output compared to the standard Sprint Filter P08, unleashing the full breathing potential of the YZF-R6 inline-four
• Precision polyester mesh filters contaminants down to 85 microns while maintaining class-leading air permeability
• Patented waterproof technology ensures consistent, reliable filtration in rain, humidity and dusty track conditions alike
• No oil treatments or specialist cleaning products required — a blast of compressed air restores full flow
• Polyester construction resists degradation over time, retaining its filtration efficiency and structural integrity season after season
• Backed by decades of MotoGP and World Superbike success, the P08F1-85 carries a racing pedigree that paper filters simply cannot match

Design, Finish and Heritage

Sprint Filter's story begins in Italy more than six decades ago, and that lineage is written into every fibre of the P08F1-85. The open polyester weave has a characteristic visual identity — clean, purposeful and immediately distinct from the pleated paper elements it replaces. Where a standard filter prioritises cost over flow, the F1-85 specification represents a deliberate engineering choice: a coarser 85-micron mesh that dramatically increases airflow while still catching the particulates that cause engine wear. The result is a filter that looks as purposeful as it performs.

The waterproof treatment is not a surface coating that wears away with use; it is integral to the fabric construction, meaning performance in wet conditions remains consistent throughout the filter's service life. Whether the R6 is being pointed at a mountain pass on a damp morning or run hard through a race-day warm-up in changeable weather, the P08F1-85 continues to deliver.

Performance on Road and Track

The YZF-R6's 599 cc inline-four is an engine that rewards every incremental improvement in fuelling and air delivery. The P08F1-85's tripled airflow figure over the baseline P08 translates directly into a more responsive throttle, particularly through the mid-range where road riding and track sessions demand the most from the motor. Installation is a direct replacement — no mapping changes are mandatory, though riders who also run an aftermarket exhaust will find the improved air supply works synergistically with a full tune.

Maintenance is refreshingly straightforward: no messy re-oiling kits, no drying time, no proprietary cleaning fluids. Remove the filter, apply compressed air from the clean side outward, refit. For riders who cover high mileage or use the R6 on track days where dust and debris are elevated, this simplicity makes a tangible difference to workshop time.

Fitment and Compatibility

The Sprint Filter P08F1-85 is a direct OEM-replacement fitment for the following model:

• Yamaha YZF-R6 RJ15 — model years 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

Always verify the frame code and model year before ordering. If in doubt, contact the Inter-Pace team with your VIN for confirmation.

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