Exhaust flex joints...

[ataDude]

... I'm getting ready to build a new TWO SIDED exhaust system from the headers down using some super-secret, stock Japanese superbike mufflers. I won't be welding too much on these as they are aluminum and titanium (which match my knee and pelvis hardware).

I'm thinking of eliminating the slip-joint gaskets (the ones we lose) and replacing with stainless flex joints.

Any comments? Experiences? Flex joint brands which are good?

I just can't turn loose of the exhaust thingy. It's an illness. :yikes:

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[ataDude]

How will you locate the o2 sensor?

I'm going to have a cross-over pipe. Thinking of putting it there.

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[ataDude]

Hopefully it sees the correct exhaust flow vs rpm/throttle position

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Or, I can always just install it in one down-pipe for the input. There's several motors that do this. Or, I can even install the Evoluzione O2 sensor eliminator, which I also have "in stock".

In any case, I'm still at square one. The pipes arrived yesterday... damaged by FedX. eBay seller is cooperating, though. :yikes:

Thanks for the thoughts, Trouble Maker #1! :clap:

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[ataDude]

The Evoluzione eliminator is definitely 'code free" . Too bad about about the setback, hope it gets corrected soon

Yepper... then I can get really bad mileage. :yikes:

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[ataDude]

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Shameless bump for comments on these:

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[bjt]

I'm certainly curious to see how they work out for you. I don't relish the thought of having to change exhaust gaskets every 4,000 to 6,000 miles.

 

[Ryno]

Changing exhaust gaskets every 4000-6000 miles wouldn't be too bad as long as the location was where you could do it on the fly.. (ie: not remove panels, easy to get to, maybe even while riding!!!!!)

Just kidding on the while riding comment.. I think it will work. Plus look great!!