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Akrapovic Exhaust
Where can I but some Akrapovic pipes for my XTx that don�t cost half as much as the bike ???
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I�ve read a considerable number of posts relating to the various aftermarket exhaust people have used, but can�t decide if there�s actually a clear winner in terms of performance, reliability and quality? Most will say the system they have is excellent and are very pleased with it, although this doesn�t give any real comparisons.
The reason for wanting an Akrapovic system is because, from what I perceive, this is possibly the best system available ??? Please point me in the right direction if you know better. I�m certainly not looking for a loud system and appreciate there are fairly small gains in power terms, with the biggest improvement being weight saving. I have all the cheaper performance bits already fitted, stage 1, stage 2 filters, Kev fuel mod etc, so I�m guessing the next step is really a set of pipes, or the big question is �Are a set of pipes actually worth buying� ??? |
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I�ve seen the MTC exhausts and I know many people on here use them. I also see that most people go for the Stainless Steel end cans as opposed to the carbon or Titanium cans. The question is � Do S/S cans get hot like the OEM cans ???
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They'll get hotter than aluminium or titanium.
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I have Akros on the Z, and I'm with Keith, they are nice, but I can't really see or feel any perceived quality difference over other brands I've had dealings with over the years. There is way more choice now than when I bought mines cans in 2008 (in fact there wasn't any!) If I was starting out again I'd have to say I'd probably go MTC... |
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Different cans give different results, but it all depends on your expectations and aspirations - so start with them. Personally, the Akrapovics sound lovely, but I don't think they are worth the ��� over other offerings. But it's a personal choice, and that choice is yours. SelinaXC had MTC's on her X, it sounded great, deep and throaty. And the MTC'c are made here in the UK.
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It's a funny one the topic of cans-it's not just different brands, but also different configurations, length of the pipe work, diameter, they all affect how efficiently the engine expels the gasses. It is a shame there isn't a collection of dyno figures on varying styles and brands available to compare in one place on the site.
I'm aiming to get mine on the dyno soon, and i'm running a custom built set with k & n stage 1, dna stage 2 and PCV. Will post results once obtained- but to get back to the original point, I'd agree with Pleidas and Gas up, best asses your needs and wants |
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What price are you getting quoted for the Akro"s ? i know where there is a new set still in the box for sale !! .I have just ordered a set of MTC cans ovals with carbon ends. I hope the build quality is good . I gave them a ring and had a chat then ordered on here .I will let you know what they"re like next week .
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