Replace the air filter

[StevenQ]

Since I bought our 2017 Spyder RT new, I have been changing the oil, filters (oil & air). Last week, when I pulled the air filter out an unknown part came with it. NOT THE COVER. I think I see where it goes but can't seem to get it back in place. There is an index built into the housing, which I have to index where this part goes. Also, further inside the air box, there seems to be another place where another one of these parts is supposed to go. I will have to look further as I don't know where the second? part went. Any help with this would be appreciated, as I am getting quite frustrated.

 

[BajaRon]

I think we are going to need pictures of your situation to give meaningful advice. Or at least a parts fiche identifying the parts that you’re having issue with.

 

[StevenQ]

The BRP ring P/N 707800525 was laying in the air filter compartment/box when I removed my K&N air filter for cleaning. I am tempted to just put the air filter back in, and say to hell with it. I have owned this bike since 2017 and have never had this happen before. Everything I have read on this including youtube tells me how to remove and replace the air filter, which I have no need of.