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    Default Installed cat-delete on 2013 RTL

    Finally found a cat-delete for the 998 for a reasonable price. I decided to wrap the unit with fiberglass insulation (you can buy the rolls designed for exhaust). This caused some of the connections being a little tighter to get to because it seemed all my clamps holding the insulation down were exactly where they didn't need to be! Here's a few observations:

    - It is not overly difficult, but certainly not for the weak of heart. You need to remove quite a few panels for access. I used regular automotive ramps on the front tires to get some room. It would have been better to have a lift.

    - Plan to spend some time on your back loosening all the bolts. Give them a shot of lubricant to help them loosen up a little.

    - Fitting the cat-delete on the header can be a tight fit and you need to go slow so you do not ruin your gaskets. It would be easier with two people, but a floor jack helps hold it in place.

    - Be sure to install the springs. My left side pipe did not have a spring on it - probably because it was in an awkward spot. A spring tool would be really handy, but you can make one like I did in 5 minutes. The springs really help hold it in place while tightening the clamps. Yes, I replaced the missing spring even though it was a bear to get on due to the eyelets position.

    - The tupperware is annoying to take off but goes back pretty easily. Be careful to place it out of the way so you don't step on or kick it around the garage.

    - I did not install a baffle (yet) because the baffle that was recommended doesn't really fit. I will need to get it up to freeway speed to see if there is any droning. If it is too loud, I can always put a baffle in later...it only requires removing 3 bolts to do.

    - Be sure to start and let the bike idle (stay off the throttle) for 20+ minutes so the computer can adjust for the difference in air flow.

    Again, not for the weak of heart because it can be annoying due to the amount of space you have to work with. Watch a YouTube video and take your time.

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    Just one thing Jerry. There's not supposed to be a spring on the left side. Yes, the loops are there, but no spring is installed. None shown on the parts diagrams or manual pictures, and none called out in the manual, the way the right side spring is.

    I did the same thing that you did. Put one on, then noticed how close the clearance was to the belt. Especially if the belt moved around or did a little vibrating. Perhaps that is the concern. Decided to take it back off. No problems in 10 years. You can evaluate that for yourself.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Snowbelt Spyder View Post
    Just one thing Jerry. There's not supposed to be a spring on the left side. Yes, the loops are there, but no spring is installed. None shown on the parts diagrams or manual pictures, and none called out in the manual, the way the right side spring is.

    I did the same thing that you did. Put one on, then noticed how close the clearance was to the belt. Especially if the belt moved around or did a little vibrating. Perhaps that is the concern. Decided to take it back off. No problems in 10 years. You can evaluate that for yourself.
    Good point. It seemed the clearance was good but I will double check. Thought it was odd that the rings were there but no spring. Plus I received two springs with the cat-delete. I thought someone was lazy or couldn’t figure out how to get it on.

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    Hi can I ask where you found the cat delete for the 998 engine please

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    Quote Originally Posted by jcg4u2000 View Post
    Hi can I ask where you found the cat delete for the 998 engine please
    Yes please, I need one for my 2013 ST

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    Quote Originally Posted by jcg4u2000 View Post
    Hi can I ask where you found the cat delete for the 998 engine please
    I posted a “WTB” in the for sale forum on this site and a guy from Canada had one he removed and no longer needed. He mailed it to me.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Chiefburg View Post
    I posted a “WTB” in the for sale forum on this site and a guy from Canada had one he removed and no longer needed. He mailed it to me.
    thanks for the reply, I figured as much, no one makes these anymore Just like owning an older Motorcycle, the demand goes away, hence no more after market available.
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    Quote Originally Posted by RangerRick View Post
    thanks for the reply, I figured as much, no one makes these anymore Just like owning an older Motorcycle, the demand goes away, hence no more after market available.
    Have you talked to Rick(?) at RLS Exhausts, one of our sponsors here?? He makes some pretty good exhausts and cat deletes, and I'm pretty sure that he's made cat deletes for the V-twins before, so even if he still doesn't, he might be able to do so again - it can't hurt to ask, can it?? Here's some threads that've been around for a bit, but still...

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...Exhaust-Update

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...ust-Sound-Clip

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...ng-off-My-Work

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...-th-998-engine

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...at-Bypass-Sale

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...s-are-in-stock

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    Quote Originally Posted by Peter Aawen View Post
    Have you talked to Rick(?) at RLS Exhausts, one of our sponsors here?? He makes some pretty good exhausts and cat deletes, and I'm pretty sure that he's made cat deletes for the V-twins before, so even if he still doesn't, he might be able to do so again - it can't hurt to ask, can it?? Here's some threads that've been around for a bit, but still...

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...Exhaust-Update

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...ust-Sound-Clip

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...ng-off-My-Work

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...-th-998-engine

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...at-Bypass-Sale

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...s-are-in-stock

    Good Luck!
    Thanks for the reply, I believe he is the one I emailed, Rick told me that, "if he gets enough people saying they would like to buy one he would make more", said, " It's not worth setting up to make just one"
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    Thanks for the reply. I would definately be interested in one I have a 2010 spyder rt-s and have been looking for one

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    Quote Originally Posted by jcg4u2000 View Post
    Thanks for the reply. I would definately be interested in one I have a 2010 spyder rt-s and have been looking for one
    Well then, you should contact Rick at RLS Exhausts - if any-one who wants a Cat Delete for their V-Twin Spyder doesn't tell him that they want one & ask to be added to his list, then he'll never get enough names on that list to bother doing another production run! There's a link to his site on the Home page here; or you can just search for 'RLS Exhausts' & have a bit of a read; but for your convenience, I've linked his contact details below....

    https://www.rlsexhaust.com/pages/contact-us

    Go On, Tell Him!! You Know You want One!

    And besides, if you don't get your name on the list, it might be a loooong search!
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