Sprint Filter T12 Special Air Filter for BMW R1200 R1250 GS R RS RT

Sprint Filter T12 is a highly efficient, low maintenance air filter tissue specifically designed to withstand the harshest desert adventure conditions. Unlike foam and cotton gauze filters, Sprint Filter T12 is a dry filter tissue, requiring no oiling or washing. A few seconds of blowing with compressed air is all that's needed to clean the T12, saving valuable time and money in maintenance.

Made from a unique non-woven fabric, T12 has undergone rigorous testing and development both in the laboratory and in some of the most challenging terrains globally, in collaboration with leading manufacturers. The 12 micron fabric offers not only by far the lowest maintenance of any off-road air filter but also class-leading filtration efficiency combined with competitive air flow. Along with the T14 filter, T12 is redefining air filtration standards in off-road motorcycles.

In addition to extensive real-world testing, the T12 air filter, along with the T14 filter, have been subjected to ISO 5011:2020 certified tests in an independent accredited laboratory. 

ISO 5011:2020 testing is designed to measure clean air flow, differential air flow under dust loading, full-life filtration efficiency, and dust capacity. T12 and T14 were measured along with a leading brand aftermarket foam filter and a leading brand aftermarket cotton gauze filter, both of which are pre-oiled filters. Tests were carried out using ISO 12103-1 A4 Arizona Coarse test dust and with consistent air flow, dust feed rate and concentration, temperature and humidity.

Both T12 and T14 significantly outperformed the foam and cotton gauze filters, with T12 demonstrating the best full life filtration efficiency of all four filters and air flow resistance less than the pre-oiled foam filter, while the T14 demonstrated the least air flow resistance with competitive full-life filtration.

As expected, the foam and cotton gauze filters demonstrated greater dust capacity however, as outlined below, dust capacity is of less relevance to washable / cleanable air filters especially in real world use.

The T12 air filter, along with the T14, has undergone extensive off -road testing in some of the most challenging terrains, ranging from desert terrains to muddy trails. This extensive testing, conducted in partnership with renowned motorcycle manufacturers, ensures that Sprint Filter T12 and T14 meet and exceed the most stringent performance and quality benchmarks.

T12 has proven it's performance in desert competition, with the Aprilia Tuareg 660 of Jacopo Cerutti - team Aprilia Racing GCorse - taking overall victory in Africa Eco Race 2024.

Extensive off-road testing has demonstrated not only the filtration efficiency of the T12 filter but also that the relatively low dust capacity of T12 does not impact it's filtration efficiency even after many hours of riding. In ISO 5011 laboratory testing, the air flow is constant but in real world usage, when the rider closes the throttle, contaminant from the filter will be deposited on the walls of the airbox upstream of the filter, ensuring good engine breathing even after many hours of use on dusty terrains.

For Adventure enthusiasts seeking the ultimate combination of filtration efficiency, performance, and ease-of-maintenance from their air filter, the T12 is the clear choice. With it's class-leading filtration efficiency, air flow, and near zero maintenance, T12 is a match for even the toughest of off-road challenges - desert competition.

Looking to maximise performance for MX and Enduro competition? Or simply in need of a highly efficient road filter? Sprint Filter T14 offers the same low maintenance benefits as T12 but with an even greater emphasis on performance, surpassing oiled foam and cotton gauze filters in ISO 5011 pressure drop air flow testing. T14 is available for a wide range of off road, adventure and road bikes.