High-Flow Oil Filter H F123 For Kawas aki KL250-KLX650

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High-Flow Oil Filter H F123 For Kawas aki KL250-KLX650

If you wrench on a KLR or an older KL series twin, you already know this part number. The Oil Filter H F123 For Kawas Aki KL250 KL600 KL650 KLR650 KLX650 1977-2016 hits that sweet spot between OEM reliability and rider-friendly pricing. I’ve been on enough gravel detours to care more about filtration than packaging copy, and—surprisingly—this one holds up in real-world use.

What’s changing in the filter game

Industry trend? More riders want balanced media: not just paper, but blended cellulose/synthetic to catch fine particulates without choking flow. Adventure and commuter segments (hello, KLR650) push for longer drain intervals, stable bypass valves, and verified test data. In fact, shops tell me supply consistency and quality certificates now matter as much as price.

Core specs at a glance

Model	Oil Filter H F123 For Kawas Aki KL250 KL600 KL650 KLR650 KLX650 1977-2016
Media	Cellulose/synthetic blend (pleated), epoxy-bonded; steel end caps
Filtration	β20 ≥ 75 (≈98.7% at 20 μm), lab-tested per ISO 4548-12 style method; real-world use may vary
Bypass valve	Opens ≈0.55–0.8 bar (8–12 psi) to protect during cold starts
Burst/collapse	Burst > 15 bar; collapse per ISO 4548-6 guidelines
Service life	Around 4,000–6,000 km under mixed riding; follow bike manual for change intervals
Origin	Xiangjiang Street South, Jinggangshan Road West, Qinghe County, Xingtai, Hebei

Where it fits and why it matters

Applications include KL250/KL600/KL650/KLR650/KLX650 (1977–2016) plus crossover models listed by many parts databases. The description also notes compatibility with KZ250 D1/D2 (80–81) and KL650 EJS (KLR650) variants. For daily commuters, rental fleets, and long-haul ADV riders, the Oil Filter H F123 For Kawas Aki KL250 KL600 KL650 KLR650 KLX650 1977-2016 offers predictable cold-start protection and steady delta-P across the service interval.

Manufacturing + test flow

Materials: deep‑drawn steel canister, blended media, nitrile gasket, steel end caps.
Methods: precision pleating (≈2.1–2.4 m² media area), epoxy potting, ultrasonic seam inspection.
Testing: particle efficiency per ISO 4548-12 approach; bypass calibration; burst/collapse; leak and dimensional checks per drawings.
Certifications: produced under automotive QMS (IATF 16949 alignment claimed by vendor partners), RoHS/REACH material screening.

Vendor snapshot (field reality)

Vendor	Media area	Efficiency	Bypass	Notes
This HF123	≈2.2 m²	β20 ≥ 75	8–12 psi	Balanced flow; good cold-start behavior
OEM reference	≈2.0–2.3 m²	High	Specified	Pricier, consistent availability varies
Budget no‑name	≈1.6–1.9 m²	Unstated	Unknown	Cheap, but variability reported

Customization and support

For distributors: private labeling, carton/barcode customization, and media tweaks (higher β-ratio for dusty regions) are available on MOQ. Origin facility in Xingtai, Hebei supports batch traceability—handy when fleets want clean audit trails.

Real-world notes and a quick case

A regional rental fleet running KLR650s reported fewer cold-start pressure spikes after switching to the Oil Filter H F123 For Kawas Aki KL250 KL600 KL650 KLR650 KLX650 1977-2016, especially on 10W-40 in shoulder-season temps. To be honest, that tracks with the bypass calibration. Many customers say the gasket seats cleanly—less weeping than a couple of bargain filters they tried.

Usage tips

Change filter with oil per your Kawasaki service manual interval; shorten under dusty or high-heat duty.
Oil the gasket lightly; torque to spec, don’t over-tighten.
After first start, check pressure light and inspect for leaks.

Citations:

SAE J1858 – Full-Flow Lube Oil Filters — Particle Size Frequency Distribution Test: https://www.sae.org/standards/content/j1858_201708/
Kawasaki KLR650 Service Manual (maintenance schedule reference): https://www.manualslib.com/manual/796496/Kawasaki-Klr650.html
IATF 16949 Automotive Quality Management System overview: https://www.iatfglobaloversight.org/content/iatf-16949/
Hiflofiltro HF123 cross-reference (fitment context): https://www.hiflofiltro.com/catalogue/hf123