Akrapaviche muffler

**bluestratos** · 03-27-2016, 10:25 AM

I just installed a new Ackapavice muffler on my 2014 RT and took it for a short ride. I noticed a lot of popping during deceleration, anyone know if the computer will eventually get rid of this?

Thanks

**Bob Denman** · 03-27-2016, 10:29 AM

I thought that I recalled it being mentioned that you had to let the bike sit idling for a period of time, in order to let the computer get itself used to the new setup?
Was there anything in the instructions like that?
And if so; did you do it?

**bluestratos** · 03-27-2016, 11:02 AM

No instruction other than some very bad install pictures that came with it. I will try idling again to see if that helps, I did not let it idle long before I test drove it. I like the sound other wise, no loader just a bit sounds a bit more aggressive.

**Snowbelt Spyder** · 03-27-2016, 11:36 AM

Originally Posted by bluestratos

No instruction other than some very bad install pictures that came with it. I will try idling again to see if that helps, I did not let it idle long before I test drove it. I like the sound other wise, no loader just a bit sounds a bit more aggressive.

Most of the popping you hear was there all along - you're just hearing it louder because of the muffler. Idling for a bit will only allow the ECM to trim the idle mixture. Ride the thing throughout a full range of operation and that will allow the ECM to trim the mixture throughout. 100 to 200 miles or so. That's what the O2 sensor and the ECM are doing - maintaining the proper Air-Fuel Ratio. You make a change, they compensate for the change and put the AFR back to where it was to begin with. As long as you got the connection tight where the muffler joins the pipe - RIDE IT. If you don't get any codes - KEEP RIDING IT.

**SpydermanCT** · 03-27-2016, 05:24 PM

I've had mine on my 2010 RTS for about a year and it has popped when deceleration since I put it on. When I installed it I let it idle and varied the rpm' over a 20 minute period. I was concerned it might be running lean and posted a question specific to that and the general consensus was it's normal. I'd have to agree, the popping has always been there, the stock muffler hides it.

**Marker** · 03-28-2016, 09:11 AM

Originally Posted by bluestratos

I just installed a new Ackapavice muffler on my 2014 RT and took it for a short ride. I noticed a lot of popping during deceleration, anyone know if the computer will eventually get rid of this?

Thanks

I have new Akripovic exhaust on my new 2015RT. No popping sound at all. After the install I let the spyder idle for 10 min to let the ECM adjust to new muffler.
Runs great and no loud popping. Try letting your spyder idle for 10min before riding it. Make sure that here is no exhaust leak where new pipe is connected.

**bluestratos** · 03-28-2016, 10:10 AM

I did some reading up on "popping" on deceleration and it seems a lot of performance cars like to hear it, lol. I know it was always there and it is only obvious now that the muffler is different but I have never been a fan of it. I am sure I will get used to it and not even notice it after a while I was just curious if the system will deal with as it retunes.

Take care and thanks,

**funon3** · 03-28-2016, 03:40 PM

When I had mine installed about a year ago the instructions specifically said to allow the

to idle for about a half hour after the install. I pointed this out to the dealer that did the install and they were not aware of this instruction until I pointed it out.

**bluestratos** · 03-29-2016, 04:40 PM

My instructions said 15 minutes and I let it run at least that amount of time. The second time I did it after the cool down I ran it about the same time and the popping has dramatically been reduced. I bet once I get more riding time on it it will continue to improve based on what I have heard.

Thanks all

**The Governor** · 03-29-2016, 09:46 PM

Originally Posted by bluestratos

I just installed a new Ackapavice muffler on my 2014 RT and took it for a short ride. I noticed a lot of popping during deceleration, anyone know if the computer will eventually get rid of this?

Thanks

Any codes thrown?

**bluestratos** · 03-30-2016, 04:00 PM

No Codes, I took it for a run yesterday. It is a bit louder but mid-range is snappier now.

**jaherbst** · 03-30-2016, 04:04 PM

This is a test. Can anyone here spell the name of this Muffler correctly?

**bluestratos** · 03-30-2016, 04:10 PM

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This is a test. Can anyone here spell the name of this Muffler correctly?[/QUOTE]

**bigbadbrucie** · 03-30-2016, 04:27 PM

Originally Posted by jaherbst

This is a test. Can anyone here spell the name of this Muffler correctly?

My guess would be George. That's what I would name it.

**Pirate looks at --** · 03-30-2016, 04:35 PM

Originally Posted by funon3

When I had mine installed about a year ago the instructions specifically said to allow the

to idle for about a half hour after the install. I pointed this out to the dealer that did the install and they were not aware of this instruction until I pointed it out.

Jus looking at your map and wondering how you rode in Minnesota and Indiana, without ever going through Illinois or Wisconsin.

**vided** · 03-30-2016, 04:37 PM

Spell it
i can't even say it.

**Lou** · 03-31-2016, 12:10 PM

Originally Posted by jaherbst

This is a test. Can anyone here spell the name of this Muffler correctly?

A-KRAP-O-VIC....How'd I do......

**Bam Bam and Pebbles** · 03-31-2016, 05:38 PM

Originally Posted by jaherbst

This is a test. Can anyone here spell the name of this Muffler correctly?

Now Jack, u kno peeple caint allways spail there werds propperrly avery thyme.

**Marker** · 04-01-2016, 01:19 PM

Originally Posted by jaherbst

This is a test. Can anyone here spell the name of this Muffler correctly?

https://www.akrapovic.com/#!/intro

**Dan McNally** · 04-01-2016, 01:57 PM

Originally Posted by bluestratos

I just installed a new Ackapavice muffler on my 2014 RT and took it for a short ride. I noticed a lot of popping during deceleration, anyone know if the computer will eventually get rid of this?

Thanks

You don't mention whether you have the baffles in or out. On down shifting, without the baffles, I get a lot of popping - not so much with them in.

They are in, right now - in a plastic bag in my garage! That is where they will remain!

**bluestratos** · 04-04-2016, 09:52 AM

I have the baffles in but I find the muffler to loud for my taste, I am seriously thinking of selling it and goint back to the old set up. I put about 75 miles on it so far so I will give it a bit more time but not impressed. One thing I can say it has made a power difference, when I came out of my favorite coffee shop I accelerated hard like I normally do and the back tire broke loose and slide to the right like I was on ice. It sure impressed those that seen me, lol.

**bluestratos** · 04-11-2016, 09:33 AM

After viewing another members picture I realize I do not have baffles in this muffler. I called my dealer and he is willing to swap it out with one that does. Got to love a good dealer (Life Style Honda in Mt. Vernon WA.). Looking forward to a much quieter muffler, lol. I the mean time I put the stock muffler back.
I went though a Starbucks on Saturday and the guy acted shocked when I pulled up, he said I could not see you on the camera so I thought expected to see a truck, lol.

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