Once you remove the engine screen, an oval air cleaner turned side ways is a very popular and practical solution. The air filters aren't too tall, so they don't block the view through the rear view mirror, it doesn't interfere with the rear bonnet, and it fills in the engine screen opening.
Ansen makes a nice one. Ansen USA
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