Where can I get an oil filter??

[WorkinMan]

Hey Guys,
I drained all my fluids out of my bike today after riding so that I can do my 6000 mile service, thinking that I could get an oil filter from one of the local parts places, and they all tell me they don't stock a filter for BMW's. Is there any place you guys know of that sells filters other than the BMW dealer? I don't think I can get to mine before it closes. Thanks for any help.
Chris

[Armo]

I saw the Bosch filter at advanced auto parts in VA, the same one i got from Beemerboneyard.com which is an awesome site BTW. I got a 12k kit from them with all of the o-rings crush rings and filters needed.

[twindave]

OEM oil filter. Identical to the dealer and far less expensive.

http://www.turnermotorsport.com/html/se ... motorcycle

[MikeCam]

From the maintenance Section below (courtesy Dallara, a former esteemed member):
Oil Filter
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OEM Oil filter Mahle OC 91
K&N KN-163 (has standard wench "end", too, and is drilled for safety wire)
Amsoil Super Duty Filter SMF 122
Sudco 631-7163
Mobile 1 - #102
Supertech ST3614
Bosch 3330
AC Delco PF 53 Easiest to find anywhere! Good fit and performance.

[towerworker]

I've been running the AC Delco PF 53 since 2003 with no problems whatsoever.
Available at Advance or Autozone for under $4.

Wayne

[WorkinMan]

Thanks, Guys. And Happy Thanksgiving!! I am on my way to my nearest BMW dealer (about 35 miles away) to pick up an oil filter that they left on the back loading dock for me. $20 and some change!! With gas to go pick it up, that makes this about a $29 oil filter. Ow! However, thanks to you guys, I'LL KNOW BETTER NEXT TIME!!
I don't feel too bad though. I was looking through the previous owners receipts yesterday and I saw where he paid $85 for an oil change at his local dealer, and the last oil change he did he had them change just the oil. No filter. $72 and some change! It was like $34 for 4 quarts of oil, and $38 labor. Thirty eight bucks to drain the oil and pour four quarts back in?? I'm in the wrong business. How do those guys sleep at night?
Thanks again!

[jm1515]

OEM oil filter. Identical to the dealer and far less expensive.

http://www.turnermotorsport.com/html/se ... motorcycle

+1 on Turner MS.
Shipping is quick & reasonably priced. I bought 4 TY to just have on hand............

[johno]

Isnt the Bosch a 72161?? I just bought one, so I hope its correct

[Airman]

Isnt the Bosch a 72161?? I just bought one, so I hope its correct

I bought a bunch of parts from one of the guys here and he included a Bosch 72161, so I believe you bought the right filter.