Ooooh yeah!
Airbox removal/butchering has long been a favourite for Ducati tuners.My 851 had the top of the airbox completely cut away to expose the (K & N) airfilter.The whole top portion was cut away,which just left the sides to hold the filter in place.Some people just take the lid off altogether and use rubber bands to hold in the filter.
N.B
This mod will alter the fuel mixture of the bike.Ideally works with open pipes and chip to suit.
You should get a lot more torque and that fantastic intake roar!