Talon Desertcraft Pre-filter Kit R2
Protect your engine. Reduce maintenance. Ride longer.
The Talon Desertcraft Pre-Filter Kit R2 is the ultimate first line of defense against dust, sand, mud, and water. Designed specifically for the Honda Talon, this low-profile intake system captures contaminants before they reach your factory air filter, dramatically extending filter life while reducing maintenance and the risk of costly engine damage.
Unlike other systems, the R2 installs without modifying the OEM air box and leaves the inner fender untouched. Installation is quick, straightforward, and virtually foolproof thanks to the included template and detailed instructions.
Improved R2 Performance
Every R2 kit includes the latest USA-made Desertcraft Pre-Filter, upgraded with an additional layer of synthetic filter media for approximately 4x greater filtration performance. Independent PPEI dyno testing confirmed the added filtration provides no significant airflow restriction, giving you maximum protection without sacrificing horsepower.
The dry synthetic media requires no filter oil, making it ideal for quick trail-side cleaning and hassle-free maintenance.
Built for Real Off-Road Conditions
The included USA-made Filterwears® hydrophobic cover provides an additional barrier against fine dust, mud, and water while allowing excellent airflow. It blocks particles larger than 0.005" and helps keep your pre-filter clean, even during muddy rides and heavy rain.
Whether you're racing, trail riding, or exploring deep into the backcountry, this system is engineered to keep your Talon breathing clean air in the harshest conditions.
Kit Includes:
Black CNC precision-bent 3" OD aluminum intake tube
Custom-molded EPDM rubber fender grommet with hose clamp
USA-made Desertcraft dry synthetic pre-filter
USA-made Filterwears® hydrophobic filter cover
Complete installation instructions, cleaning guide, and fender template
Fitment
Compatible with all:
2019–Current Honda Talon 1000X
2019–Current Honda Talon 1000R
Fox and Fox Live Valve models
2-seat and 4-seat models
Ride farther. Breathe cleaner. Protect your investment with the Talon Desertcraft Pre-Filter Kit R2.
**Also fits Kraftwerks Turbo Kits that connect to the factory intake snorkel in the fender**
* Notice about rear windows!
On Talon 2 seat models there is no issue with rear windows. The problem is with the Talon 4 seat models because the roll cage is a little higher and further back than the 2 seat models while the fender did not move. Poly rear windows are thin and should not present any installation problems. Glass rear windows are much thicker and may cause installation problems. The Tusk glass rear window works. The SuperATV glass rear window works but the pre-filter will contact the window. This can be corrected by adding a 90 or 45 degree coupler available from most local autoparts houses like Oreilly and Autozone. For more information please read this blog post HERE.
Hondasxs forum discussion on this intake pre-filter setup here
Official Install video by 10-80 here
Locally available at these stocking dealers:
- Hess Motorsports, Muenster, TX
- Sanders Motorsports, Vasalia, CA
- North State Powersports, Chico, CA
- Spence Sales and Service, Moscow, ID
- Powersports Northwest, Chehalis, WA
Shipping
Standard shipping is USPS Ground Advantage 3-5 day shipping for cost savings.
FAQs
1. Rain. The Filterwears brand cover does an excellent job of keeping water out of the air box. I have personally ridden in terrible monsoon rain conditions and only had a very tiny amount of water pass through the filter cover. I'm confident this will perform better than expected. Water will not affect the synthetic media Desertcraft filter.
2. Heavy dust conditions. If you are riding in heavy dust conditions, I recommend field cleaning the Desertcraft prefilter more frequently during the ride. This can be done by simply removing the prefilter and tapping it against your hand to knock loose captured dust and dirt.