Yeah, I suspected the stock filter was crap too, but hey, "they gotta know what they are doing", run with it I figured.
Worse than a K&N. Never, ever use a K&N if you are running in the dirt, unless you are going to pull a serious filter over it.
I've been disappointed to find grit on the inside of my intake after using K&N.
Saying that, the gauze filters are probably fine for street use if well oiled. I'd like to hear some opinions.
The Penton is the grand-daddy of KTM. I took a long road to get here.
67 Honda Dream, 74 XL250, 74 CR250, 76 DT250, 78 XL500, 85 XT600, 87 DT200.
Owned a lot of short timers too, including a Kawi triple. Bought the EXC125 slightly used in 2000 and love it.
I have a 2003 300EXC but love the 125 for the ride. The 300 is actually lighter but feels heavier.
A friend of mine has a Huskie 125 (2000?) that I ride. Nice bike. My KTM has broader power but the Huskie feels lighter.
Good advice, ditch the stock foam. Install something better.
Steve