5th Gen Dual Exhaust

Has anyone seen any dual exhaust upgrades for a fifth generation VFR? My buddy just got a SV1000, and the dual exhausts on that bike make me jealous. It sounds amazing.

Thanks,
Mel

 

A used WOLF system would be your only option, though they're rare as hen's teeth, attract major attention on EBAY when the occasional one pops up, and demand a really good dollar for a 7 Y.O. exhaust.


Or build your own:

 

Whoa, that looks really good. I am guessing it sounds amazing as well. Is that the Wolf System, or something you designed? And does it ever hit the back tire when riding two-up?

Mel

 

Do you know how much it went for? I already have a high mount Micron, and I like the sound of it, but a dual exhaust system is on another level. It would be hard to decide between a dual exhaust or a powder coating my rims for the next upgrade.

 

I definitely wouldn't do all that for a dual exhaust system. I like upgrades that don't require extensive reworking of the basic VFR configuration. Looks like getting the rims redone might be a better investment.

 

I built the system myself. Here's a thread on the buildup:

http://tinyurl.com/2cwm6c


There is a slight amount of contact between the up-pipe and my hugger at full compression with a passenger, but only if you hammer a set of railroad tracks at speed or something like that. Riding solo, I haven't had any problems. Fully loaded with bags all the way to california and back, no contact anywhere.

A slight redesign of the up-pipe, perhaps forming it into an oval shape in that area might be helpful.

If I ever have to refinish the pipe, I'll probably do that.

 

Well, I made my own aluminum undertray and had it coated with high-temp ceramic coating and haven't noticed any exceptional underseat heating.

Even after a long ride, I've removed the seat and felt the topside of the undertray and it's not too hot to keep your hand on, can't be that bad.

 

Damn, Cannuck, that was an extensive modification. I definitely don't have the resources for that, but maybe someday - it's not like I ever plan on selling my VFR. The quote from your wife was the best.

Thanks,
Mel

 

Ahhh YOU CAN DO IIIITTT!!! it's not that bad. I cut an existing C-5 Two Bros slip on and had a mid pipe made. it fits under the stock seat, but I've since bought a single sargent.....Wifey don't even look at the bike...so I don't bother askin' LOL. Speaking of redoing wheels! I'm goin to strip them down this week and polish them.....I "do" like the black, but only if it's a glossy black like the gixxer wheels. Mine are kinda dried up......and I clean them all the time!! I'll see if I can get some pics.

 

Derstuka, what exhaust is that on your bike in your avatar> It looks sweet.