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Old 12-09-2013, 04:26 PM   #1
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A ~5hp gain over a 50 deg drop in temp is believable (say from 80F to 30F). But I doubt that you can feel it.
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Old 12-09-2013, 05:22 PM   #2
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There is definitely a difference. No doubt about it. Many car enthusiasts claim a difference.
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Old 12-09-2013, 05:35 PM   #3
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I know I can feel the difference with my 99 HP YZF600 on a cold morning !
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Old 12-09-2013, 05:51 PM   #4
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My 2000 S seems a little stronger and more responsive.Cold,dense air and A/C in the "off" position. It seems to wail a little louder on my desnorkled intake!
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