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Slip-on Exhaust System: Factors to Consider when Choosing One
Your motorcycle’s exhaust system is an integral determinant of its performance. Upgrading your
exhaust
can be a quick and painless process with slip-on motorcycle exhausts. Strictly speaking, slip-on exhausts are not full exhaust systems on their own. These are aftermarket mufflers that are added to the stock exhaust pipes thereby modifying the existing exhaust. These bolt-on exhausts will instantly upgrade your bike’s sound and performance while also adding some character to its appearance. But there are several factors you need to consider to find the right slip-on exhaust system for your bike:
Diameter
The internal diameter of the muffler determines how much airflow and therefore backpressure there is in the exhaust. Slip-on exhausts usually have varying diameters, so for improved airflow, reduced backpressure and hence increased performance; opt for an exhaust with a bigger diameter.
Sound Reduction
Another function of slip-on exhausts is to adjust the sound of your exhaust. Some riders prefer the full mean roar, others a moderate rumble and yet others a mellow sound. Compared to stock exhausts, aftermarket exhausts have fewer baffles that bounce sound off each other to cancel it out. When choosing the right one for your bike, you should consider the sound level regulations in your area and pick a design that maximizes the noise cancellation effect.
Design
There are plenty of bikers who upgrade their motorcycle exhausts primarily for aesthetics. Fortunately, slip-on exhausts come in a variety of designs that will suit your individual tastes. Choose a design with a clean finish that will endure all weather conditions. Also, consider a more minimalist design with fewer bends for reduced backpressure. This ensures you not only turn heads with the stylish looks but also dazzle with your bike’s performance.
Weight
In order to actually enjoy increases in horsepower, it is important to pick a slip-on design that is light in weight. This decreases the overall weight of the bike, giving it more acceleration power. While design and style are key considerations, avoiding very bulky steel slip-on exhausts will go a long way to achieving your performance goals.
Price
Slip-on exhausts are a very affordable way to alter your bike’s performance, sound and looks. Because there is a limit to how much gain in power you can obtain by adding a slip-on exhaust alone, you should avoid spending too much on the system based on design alone. A good alternative for concrete horsepower gains will be to also upgrade other components such as air intake system to improve overall efficiency.
With these factors in mind, you will find the perfect slip-on exhaust for your machine from reputable manufacturers such a
Cobra Motorcycle Exhausts
, who have dedicated themselves to designing the most elegant and unique exhaust systems to compliment your bike’s style..
By:
James Langston
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