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Title: Something different than the norm
Post by: ghostrider_23 on November 02, 2011, 02:28:46 PM
Been looking at mufflers and ran across this. It's a nice alternative to the Yosh, Vance, and Jardine

Delkevic 200mm CF shorty

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwfKXVH6Cmk&feature=related

Does anyone know or have seen one of these???
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: GI_JO_NATHAN on November 02, 2011, 03:46:45 PM
I don't think I've seen anyone running one of those. Looks good, but may be a little loud for my taste.
Funny thing is I looked around real quick and can't find any for sale. I can only find video's of them. lol
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: ghostrider_23 on November 02, 2011, 05:43:13 PM
http://www.ebay.com/itm/180526700803?item=180526700803&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME:X:RTQ:MOTORS:1123&vxp=mtr


Just need an adaptor from the GS header to the mufflers 2 inch inlet
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: Tombstones81 on November 02, 2011, 05:56:30 PM
 :bowdown:
Going to need a new muffler sometime before next riding season.

& WOW!
Lovin the sound of that!!!!

I'm more of a cruiser type of person, so the louder, the Better!

Sounds pretty damm sweet!

Now to start putting a lil away to buy one towards the end of winter.

Thanks both of yas for both links  :thumb:
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: NorwayGT1 on November 02, 2011, 07:59:41 PM
dude im sorry to jack that idea from ya but i got to have one... that just sounds soo frikin nasty lol!
Dudes bike even kinda looked like mine lol  :o
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: ghostrider_23 on November 03, 2011, 04:40:20 AM
NorwayGT1,

Go for it, this is why we're on this forum to help each other out. Found something cool and ShaMaz! O0

Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: parker on November 03, 2011, 04:52:52 AM
Wow, that exhaust sounds awesome, I've never really seen the use for a aftermarket exhaust on a GS500, but this one really tickles my fancy. Would love it on my bike, it sucks that it's $120 to ship to Australia lol.

Quote from: ghostrider_23 on November 02, 2011, 05:43:13 PM
Just need an adaptor from the GS header to the mufflers 2 inch inlet
Would this be much work to do?
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: ghostrider_23 on November 03, 2011, 05:12:51 AM
Parker,

Shoudln't be a problem as any mufler shop should be able to make you up an adaptor. I will be putting on a set of LED fog lights on my bike so I will check the pipe size of what is on the GS header


I like the sound but what I really like is the size. I don't like have a shinny torpedo hanging off the side of my bike.
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: ghostrider_23 on November 03, 2011, 09:13:18 AM
Just got a responce:


Dear ghostrider,

That is great, thanks for posting. If any of your forum members email me at luke@delkevic.us I give them a discount. If you guys just want the canister, strap, and clamp I'd say $165 shipped. International buyers will need to get a freight quote. Just have them say Hi i'm from the GS500 forum.

Kind Regards!
Luke
Delkevic US

Customer Support 866.318.3065
Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm MST
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: KlaXon on November 03, 2011, 09:37:54 AM
Sounds really similar to mine  :D
Check this one http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTAZ2gXL9jc
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: bombshelter13 on November 03, 2011, 10:10:15 AM
Don't wanna burst any bubbles, but if I'm correct this looks like it's one of their non-road legal exhausts, isn't it?
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: ghostrider_23 on November 03, 2011, 10:33:43 AM
MAYBE :dunno_black:

But it is the same one that is on YouTube video. What would the harm be???
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: NorwayGT1 on November 03, 2011, 10:59:46 AM
lol unless your in cali then i dont see your local cops pulling you over because your exhaust looks illegal lmao..
at least thats how it is in my state (sc)
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: ghostrider_23 on November 03, 2011, 12:02:20 PM
The rep says the DB rating is somewhere around the 105 @ 30%

What the H that means I don't know, but I may like it :icon_mrgreen:
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: adidasguy on November 03, 2011, 12:07:23 PM
Quote from: bombshelter13 on November 03, 2011, 10:10:15 AM
Don't wanna burst any bubbles, but if I'm correct this looks like it's one of their non-road legal exhausts, isn't it?

The ebay ad states:
"Not intended for road use."
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: ghostrider_23 on November 03, 2011, 12:45:26 PM
I saw that too. I sure am hoping that Buddha sends me some pics of a can he has. Buddha has kinda been on the busy side lately, but good things come to those who wait. :mad:
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: bombshelter13 on November 03, 2011, 01:06:28 PM
I'm kinda curious whether they'd give a similar discount on the 14", road legal version of the pipe:

http://www.delkevic.us/?section=shop&product_category=exhaust_s7rhj&sub_category=stubby__13_320mm_stainless_steel_trioval_mufflers_2noxv&product=suzuki_stubby_carbon_fiber_mufflers__silencers_14andquot_350mm&variant=Suzuki_SV650_1998-2002-1690&start=0&search_term=&order_by=

Seems like that if one fits, the other probably should too.
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: ghostrider_23 on November 03, 2011, 01:12:47 PM
Email him at  luke@delkevic.us

let him know you are from GStwin and let us know
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: bombshelter13 on November 03, 2011, 01:22:28 PM
Emailed him and asked if he can give a similar deal on the 14"... I'll update the forum once I get a response.
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: ghostrider_23 on November 03, 2011, 01:50:47 PM
Just got off the phone with Luke and he said to call him directly or email him and as far as the 14" Carbon Fiber Silencer Slip On Muffler Exhaust Suzuki SV650 SV650S 03-10
Manufacturer Part Number:  KIT2427         

$189.00 :flipoff:
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: tb0lt on November 04, 2011, 11:04:09 PM
Ok.. I guess nobody wants to say it, so i'll do the honors.

That looks like the typical "tuner" fart can usually available on eBay for well under $50. If you don't care about the brand, might as well pickup one of those and custom chop the actual canister to your preferred length, reattach the end cap, slap it on your bike and call it a day.  :dunno_black:

Ex: http://www.ebay.com/itm/CARBON-RAINBOW-4-TIP-EXHAUST-MUFFLER-INTEGRA-RSX-DC2-TSX-S2000-/190595920278?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item2c6066f196#ht_5525wt_1396

(http://72.32.168.148/mc/product/1-MU-3F413BL-RS.jpg)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-1-4-Inlet-Weld-Carbon-Round-Body-Exhaust-Muffler-/400250902770?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item5d30d018f2#ht_4672wt_1396

(http://s319448404.onlinehome.us/web_images/RadiatorClassic/web_images/products/EXHAUST_MUFFLER-EM1104.JPG)
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: NorwayGT1 on November 05, 2011, 10:39:46 AM
thats a good point you just made man... can you use a car muffler on a bike if you find one that would fit a good????

Why and why not plz!!!
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: Dr.McNinja on November 05, 2011, 11:21:13 AM
Quote from: bombshelter13 on November 03, 2011, 01:06:28 PM
I'm kinda curious whether they'd give a similar discount on the 14", road legal version of the pipe:

http://www.delkevic.us/?section=shop&product_category=exhaust_s7rhj&sub_category=stubby__13_320mm_stainless_steel_trioval_mufflers_2noxv&product=suzuki_stubby_carbon_fiber_mufflers__silencers_14andquot_350mm&variant=Suzuki_SV650_1998-2002-1690&start=0&search_term=&order_by=

Seems like that if one fits, the other probably should too.

I don't even know what "road legal" is. I mean you probably can't get away with straight pipes on a GSXR, but you could probably straight pipe your GS500 and it wouldn't be as whiny OR loud.

Quote from: tb0lt on November 04, 2011, 11:04:09 PM
Ok.. I guess nobody wants to say it, so i'll do the honors.

That looks like the typical "tuner" fart can usually available on eBay for well under $50. If you don't care about the brand, might as well pickup one of those and custom chop the actual canister to your preferred length, reattach the end cap, slap it on your bike and call it a day.  :dunno_black:



This.

Quote from: NorwayGT1 on November 05, 2011, 10:39:46 AM
thats a good point you just made man... can you use a car muffler on a bike if you find one that would fit a good????

Why and why not plz!!!

No. Different diameter pipes. Why not buy a real exhaust? I never found the appeal to fart cans. A good slip on cuts weight and improves breathing, but not as much as a full pipe. These fart cans only make your bike sound like it's better than it actually is.
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: tb0lt on November 05, 2011, 12:38:40 PM
Quote from: Dr.McNinja

No. Different diameter pipes. Why not buy a real exhaust? I never found the appeal to fart cans. A good slip on cuts weight and improves breathing, but not as much as a full pipe. These fart cans only make your bike sound like it's better than it actually is.

Interesting viewpoint ..... however,

The diameter issue is a very very minor hiccup and easy to overcome with an adapter since since we talking just a small difference between the stock exhaust pipe OD (2" on the newer GS500F IIRC) and the 2.25" OD

What is the difference between a custom option like this and a "real" exhaust? What makes  a "slip on" good or better than this option than the fact that the installation requires no mechanical prowess?
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: NorwayGT1 on November 05, 2011, 12:49:06 PM
correct me if im wrong here.. but all a slip on exhaust does is let off the back pressure which by manufacturer rules has to be there or else they wont be able to sell their bike due to emission laws. So when you modify you exhaust you in term void these laws and by doing so add a better sound and performance to your car/bike.... now some slip ons come with built in cats which are specifically made to your bike and some dont and thats why you have to rejet your bike so it will run right... if not it will run lean or rich depending on what you are running.

So in terms you can run almost any exhaust it all depends on what you like (louder, or a specific sound etc..) but almost all upgrades from you stock exhaust will in crease horse power from stock because they let out more exhaust then the tiny stock pip does. But if the pipe is to big or to free flowing you will run into problems such as to much or not enough back pressure, which i belive will make your bike back fire and run shitty as hell unless you increase the fuel/air ratio...

ONCE AGAIN PLEASE CORRECT ME IF IM WRONG... THIS IS JUST HOW I UNDERSTOOD IT!
(plz go easy on me if i am wrong lol)
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: mister on November 05, 2011, 12:52:43 PM
Quote from: Dr.McNinja on November 05, 2011, 11:21:13 AM

I don't even know what "road legal" is. I mean you probably can't get away with straight pipes on a GSXR, but you could probably straight pipe your GS500 and it wouldn't be as whiny OR loud.


The bike has a decibel rating. A sticker comes attached to the bike which lists this rating with the stock exhaust as Proof the sound coming out is "road legal". If you want to know what this rating is, contact your department of transport cause it is different for different jurisdictions.

As for a GS500 with no muffler not being loud, don't suggest such things unless you've tried them and know for sure. The GS500 without a muffler is way loud. Take off your exhaust system all together - just take it off at the headers - and see how you go. I can assure you, you will not have a "road legal" bike any more. Here, have a listen http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FX72lcbozBs and pay attention to what his mate says "that is so god damn loud" (he ain't sitting on the sofa with his fingers in his ears for nothing). And this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnEi336zAhQ even in his description "the sound was extremely loud!".

Michael
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: NorwayGT1 on November 05, 2011, 12:59:18 PM
^^^ agree with mister, my bike came with no muffler on it! i woke up my whole damn neighborhood every time i started it!
it kinda sounded like a damn tractor rand like shaZam!, and i absolutely hated the damn thing man!

By the way my bike wouldnt even stay running unless my choke was almost all the way down!
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: tb0lt on November 05, 2011, 01:36:25 PM
Quote from: NorwayGT1 on November 05, 2011, 12:49:06 PM
correct me if im wrong here.. but all a slip on exhaust does is let off the back pressure which by manufacturer rules has to be there or else they wont be able to sell their bike due to emission laws. So when you modify you exhaust you in term void these laws and by doing so add a better sound and performance to your car/bike.... now some slip ons come with built in cats which are specifically made to your bike and some dont and thats why you have to rejet your bike so it will run right... if not it will run lean or rich depending on what you are running.

So in terms you can run almost any exhaust it all depends on what you like (louder, or a specific sound etc..) but almost all upgrades from you stock exhaust will in crease horse power from stock because they let out more exhaust then the tiny stock pip does. But if the pipe is to big or to free flowing you will run into problems such as to much or not enough back pressure, which i belive will make your bike back fire and run shaZam!ty as hell unless you increase the fuel/air ratio...

ONCE AGAIN PLEASE CORRECT ME IF IM WRONG... THIS IS JUST HOW I UNDERSTOOD IT!
(plz go easy on me if i am wrong lol)

"Back pressure" is a BS idea and is NOT needed for ANY 4 stroke motor. The only reason I can imagine for the rise of this idiotic idea is that some moron mistakenly linked "lack of back pressure" to burning of exhaust valves or poor running which are common in cases where the exhaust is upgraded but the AFR is not adjusted to account for the additional flow. When there is more air being pumped through the engine, it will need additional fuel to stay close to stoich. In cases where you don't compensate with additional fuel to go with the additional air, you will have moderate to heavy lean burn conditions which causers poor performance, over heating, burned valves and dead motors. In reality and for ALL technical purposes, back pressure by itself has ZERO significance for performance. Back pressure or in other words, restriction in the exhaust is something you want to avoid or at least reduce to the maximum extend possible.

Summary: The "Back pressure" myth = misinterpretation of poor air fuel mix resulting from lack of additional fuel to go with the additional air flow through the motor.

Quote from: NorwayGT1 on November 05, 2011, 12:59:18 PM
^^^ agree with mister, my bike came with no muffler on it! i woke up my whole damn neighborhood every time i started it!
it kinda sounded like a damn tractor rand like shaZam!, and i absolutely hated the damn thing man!

By the way my bike wouldnt even stay running unless my choke was almost all the way down!

If you read the explanation i posted above, you can see why the choke (=additional fuel) fixed the poor running issue.. which, in this case, actually brought the AFR to the point where the engine could at least run.
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: Dr.McNinja on November 06, 2011, 01:27:46 AM
Quote from: tb0lt on November 05, 2011, 12:38:40 PM
Quote from: Dr.McNinja

No. Different diameter pipes. Why not buy a real exhaust? I never found the appeal to fart cans. A good slip on cuts weight and improves breathing, but not as much as a full pipe. These fart cans only make your bike sound like it's better than it actually is.

Interesting viewpoint ..... however,

The diameter issue is a very very minor hiccup and easy to overcome with an adapter since since we talking just a small difference between the stock exhaust pipe OD (2" on the newer GS500F IIRC) and the 2.25" OD

What is the difference between a custom option like this and a "real" exhaust? What makes  a "slip on" good or better than this option than the fact that the installation requires no mechanical prowess?

Material and engineering.


Slip-On from a good company like Yoshimura


Full-system (Jardine racing exhaust, etc)

Fart Can



Delkevic is a decent company. I'd buy a Yoshi slip-on if you're looking for a better quality product, but I've seen a couple SV650s with Delkevic slip-ons and people seem to like them. I don't have any evidence proving they fall into the fart can category, but I'm pretty sure they don't have Yoshimura's track record when it comes to exhaust design (both slip-on and full).

That being said, a slip-on is nice for the city where most of your (minuscule) gains will be spread out over your entire RPM range (weight reduction, etc). A full system is completely unnecessary for the road. You'll never see any of the power unless you're street racing or something.
Title: Re: Something different than the norm
Post by: gtscott on November 06, 2011, 02:16:38 AM
as i changed the exhuast from a f%&ked stock to a good stock one on the weekend i thought id take my bike for a ride around the block and see how it sounded without the muffler...it idled awesomely and i loved it, took it for a spin however and it sounded ok accelerating, yet as soon as you back off the horible drone noise was discusting and unbearable and very very loud.

back pressure was a myth that started around people saying back pressure gave you more torque based on smaller exhausts on cars having more tourque and power at lower rpms and lacking power up to, not realising the issue was due to pipe diameter and flow, with the smaller piping actualy flowing best at a lower rpm (and no or little backpressure at lower rpm) and then not being large enough to flow up top, however they then put stupidly to big pipes that had no back pressure on them even up top, and lost power everywhere as the pipes couldnt support the velocity needed at such small volumes, they then came up with the idea that smaller pipes and mufflers that had back pressure would be needed, instead of having any idea about flow dynamics