Another Exhaust Thread (Vandemon Headers) with Installation Pictures

[Protonhound]

I wonder if using Vandemons headers would give any extra clearance to the "drag link" or whatever it is hitting? Maybe they design in a small bit of length or something to account for that? No way to squeeze a piece of heat resistant silicone rubber between them? Amazon.com

I have thoroughly investigated the situation and nothing can be moved or slipped in without misaligning everything else including the connection to the headers. I should probably send all that to Vandemon so they can adjust their design.

 

[zenbiker]

I must say that this exhaust is louder than I expected, even stock to aftermarket side by side YT videos don't convey what one actually gets. Maybe the size of the cans implies a tamer sound but don't get me wrong, I love it. Of course all that racket emanating more or less directly below my ears calls for earplugs which I normally wear anyhow, but skipped them on this maiden voyage to get the full experience. I flashed the Penner tune a few months ago and even with the then still stock exhaust the decel pops sounded more aggressive. Now it sounds outright evil with all the other noises that emanate from the beast which were silenced before.
I went back and re-tightened the clamps since last night before heading out and also checked on the upper center mount where the pipe contacts it from the left and there is nothing I can do about that. I'm pretty sure that curved piece is actually plastic so we'll see how that goes and eliminating it is probably not a good idea. I'll find out if my rear tire will come off without removing the right muffler when it's time for a tire change.

After having had 30 (or so)High performance bikes and having changed every exhaust system in all, I've found several truths!
First, unless major changes are made to the AFR..the performance is worse than stock.
second, the mounting system is NEVER as good and secure as stock. As far as looks are concerned....to each his own. Sound is far better but with the R3....I'"m leaving it stock. Too old !!

 

[rick danger]

.I'"m leaving it stock. Too old !!

That's my plan for now. I'm actually enjoying a quiet bike for a change.

 

[Protonhound]

After having had 30 (or so)High performance bikes and having changed every exhaust system in all, I've found several truths!
First, unless major changes are made to the AFR..the performance is worse than stock.
second, the mounting system is NEVER as good and secure as stock. As far as looks are concerned....to each his own. Sound is far better but with the R3....I'"m leaving it stock. Too old !!

I have gotten used to the sound and this system is actually as secure as stock which is nice. I have the Penner tune right now but am going to Vegas for Halloween and am getting a custom dyno tune at Revv Point Moto.

 

[dfresh]

I have gotten used to the sound and this system is actually as secure as stock which is nice. I have the Penner tune right now but am going to Vegas for Halloween and am getting a custom dyno tune at Revv Point Moto.

Just out of curiosity, is the clearance between the exhaust and tire the same as stock or do you think it’s closer? I was just wondering if those 18inch 280/35 custom rims would still work with the vandemon.

 

[Protonhound]

Just out of curiosity, is the clearance between the exhaust and tire the same as stock or do you think it’s closer? I was just wondering if those 18inch 280/35 custom rims would still work with the vandemon.

Oof, I'm wondering if I'll be able to get the stock rim off without removing the can. The Vandemon extends in front of the tire. I guess I'll find out before my Vegas trip when I get a new tire.

 

[rick danger]

I think I'm going to leave the exhaust stock for now. I got the BT moto tune today. But If I do an exhaust on it I think it will be a Vandemon manifold, ceramic coated black, and a black Zard.

 

[Protonhound]

I think I'm going to leave the exhaust stock for now. I got the BT moto tune today. But If I do an exhaust on it I think it will be a Vandemon manifold, ceramic coated black, and a black Zard.

Fancy

 

[Protonhound]

Can confirm that the Vandemon can needs to come off for rear wheel removal.

 

[Nashvegas]

Can confirm that the Vandemon can needs to come off for rear wheel removal.

Mine didn’t with both Avon and Metzler. The bike had to be jacked up high enough for the tire to come straight out and then tilt at an angle and slide under the can.