'84 Honda ATC 200ES Air Filter Fit Problem

[tvpierce]

Tried to post this is Trikesyvania, but apparently don't have privileges yet -- just signed up a little over a day ago.

Just got an '84 200ES Big Red, and bought a new air filter for it. I have all the parts according to the parts diagram:
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But when I install the bracket on the rear of the rigid internal screen element, then insert the rigid element into the rubber boot/outlet of the airbox, I
wind up about a half inch short: so the rear bracket doesn't contact the rear of the air box, and the rear bracket holes don't line up with the airbox cover bolts.

Am I missing something?

Thanks in advance.

[kb0nly]

Either you have the wrong internal screen or the bracket is wrong... I forget which model it is but there is one i have in my parts box that is the right diameter for my 200ES but its not the right length.

[ps2fixer]

I agree with kb0nly, probably the wrong screen, I might have a spare as well. You could make an adapter to make it work as long as it seals up good, but fixing it right would be best.

[tvpierce]

OK, that makes sense... I'm not completely numb. :-)

I was able to make it work by bending the bracket, and enlarging/slotting the holes where the bracket mounts to the airbox.

Then the air filter is a little pushed in, so I created a "backing" for it with piece of plastic cut to fit. (I'll take a pic and post it.) Frankly, I think the filter or bracket
should have backing there anyway.

Thanks a bunch for the info.