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'fraid not, Vince. You're going to have to remove the tank covers to get to the air filter underneath, there's no alternative. If it's any consolation, after you've done it a few times, it does get easier. I can get the covers off now in under five minutes (although it always seems to take twice as long to replace them as the small screws at the front of the tank never seem to line up with the spring clips).
It makes me very nostalgic for the easy access on my old Monsters - one clip at the front, lift the tank (fuel level permitting of course!) and battery, ECU and air filter are all laid out before you.
One thing I would advise is to definitely use threadlock on the two small screws on either side by your knees - otherwise they will vibrate loose and disappear.
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