Thanks gentlemen for your input.
Feels bit strange that I have not seen complaints about the DNA stage 1 in great numbers before.
I had the chance to "feel" a K&N filter yesterday and it is has a more robust rubber in it. But, new cost mixed with my recent dissapointment made me go back to original filter.
Also, I think Im a bit sensitive to "intake sound". The bike simply sounded awful with the DNA stage 1 and snorkel removed.
I did not feel much difference in power either, maybe because I drive slow and cautious. I have never gotten the front wheel of the ground, I leave that to others.
I would still like to find a "metal frame" to support the soft rubber DNA stage 2 that I have laying here in front of me.

Link to the "frame" http://www.xt660.com/showpost.php?p=96668&postcount=7
cant seem to find it in the shop anymore, will try to PM worry brother.

Again, thanks

Anders