oil filter change.

I have an 02 X-star with the 310 HP TBI engine. I want to switch oil filters. From some searching here and on other sites, it sounds like the Wix 51069 or Napa Gold 1069 (same filter I guess) would be a pretty decent choice for my engine. Does that sound correct? I've also heard of other's changing out to a larger/longer filter. Think that's necessary? It couldn't hurt anything, right? I certainly have room to put in a longer filter. Thanks for your opinions/suggestions.