Intake Covers, Ducts & Scoops
About Intake Covers, Ducts & Scoops
Intake covers, ducts and scoops guide air into the engine's intake system and keep what should stay out, such as water, mud and dust, away from the airbox. Riders replace them when a duct cracks or splits, or when a scoop is damaged or lost.
Two kinds of parts are listed here. Air scoops come in several colors, including black, white and red, with some listings for a named machine and others that do not name one, so read the description before ordering. Replacement intake plastic is model specific, such as the pieces listed for Yamaha YXZ1000R and Polaris XP Turbo machines, with the year range in the title. A cracked duct matters more than it looks. It can pull in unfiltered air, and dust that gets past the filter wears engine parts, so replace damaged intake plastic before riding in dusty or sandy conditions. Pick your machine in the Ride Finder at the top of the page.
Brands here include Saddlemen and Maier. After replacing intake plastic, check the nearby Air Filters, Air Filter Housings and Air Hoses, Lines & Pipes for tight clamps and clean seals. The whole group is Air Intake & Fuel Delivery.
FAQs on intake covers, ducts and scoops
What does an air scoop do on a UTV or ATV?
An air scoop is an open-mouthed piece that directs air toward the intake or airbox. It does not replace a clean filter or sealed ducting, and it can also let in water and dust, so how it is positioned matters. Check the listing for the machine it is made for.
Why should I replace cracked intake plastic?
Intake plastic carries filtered air to the engine. A crack or split lets unfiltered air in, and fine dust that gets past the filter wears the cylinder and piston. Replace a cracked duct before riding in dust, sand or mud.
How do I find the right replacement intake plastic?
Intake plastic differs by model and year, and the title lists the machines it fits. Pick your machine in the Ride Finder at the top of the page, then compare the year range in the listing with your machine.
What should I check after fitting a new intake duct?
Make sure every clamp is tight, the sealing edges sit flat against the airbox and no gaps remain where air can get past the filter. Check it again after the first ride, since vibration can loosen a clamp.
