Aftermarket exhausts for old Wings

[Try]

I get many email from people asking after aftermarket exhausts for old Wings.

cycleWAREables offer aftermarket exhausts for Wings

A GoldWing rider from Belgium told me that the pipes would definately
increase the sound on the old Wing 8). Looks pretty cool too.

Aftermarket exhausts

[Dougal]

Motad in the UK sell a replacement exhaust for the 1000,1100 and 1200 models. They look similar to teh standard 1100 model and are made in stainless steel. They are a little bit quiter than standard though.

Keith

[BIG T]

I recently put a 4 into 1 kerker header on my 78 gl. it made a big difference as it now allows the engine to use the extra fuel that the weber single carb delivers all the way to 8000 rpms.
unfortunatly, i don't think they make them anymore for these bikes.
the other plus is, without the muffler, it sounds like a big block chevy at idle. "T"

[Try]

Motad in the UK sell a replacement exhaust for the 1000,1100 and 1200 models. They look similar to teh standard 1100 model and are made in stainless steel. They are a little bit quiter than standard though.

That's better Dougal.


GL1200 4 into 2 System Stainless Steel £.280.86 £.330.01 Including VAT at 17.5%

Motad exhausts



Predator complete 4-2 system for Honda GL1000 K1-2 In Stainless Steel built
to last made from T304 1.5mm wall non magnetic stainless
All fittings inc. Manufacturers 10 Year warranty on stainless steel parts.

£.360.00 = US $677

Predator 4 - 2 system

[Try]

it sounds like a big block chevy at idle. "T"

cool 8)

[Boxern]

I found mac exhaust to goldwing

http://cruisersplus.com/mac/macapp6.htm

[Try]

Dunstall style megaphone muffler

,

They may fit Goldwings too?

* Helps restore performance and acceleration lost due to faulty or malfunctioning muffler
* Chrome-plated extra-long 27" muffler with seamless body flares to 4" diameter and features
a welded-on cone tip with rolled finished edge
* Fiberglass wrapped removable baffle core

Heavy-gauge steel helps reduce backpressure and restore power, acceleration and fuel economy.
Adjustable welded-on reversible sliding track mounting bracket and included mounting clamp
make for easy left- or right-side mounting. Includes reducers to fit over 1-3/8" 1-1/2"
and 1-5/8"OD pipes. Due to extra-long 27" length, check available mounting space before ordering.

Dunstall muffler

[Try]

Jama exhaust

Complete exhaust system for the Goldwing in the original equipment style is made by JAMA.
This chrome system of European master craftsmanship is precisely designed and engineered
to the standard Goldwing tuning specifications. The headpipe gaskets are included.
After these are sold out, they are history as the Euro currency has driven new prices up!
Read FAQ9. In stock. $600.00

Jama muffler

[Dougal]

I have tried a few after market exhausts over teh years and can honstly say the Motad is the best I have tried. The worst was the Jama system. It rusted very quickly when I used it in the winter and the fuel consumption suffered a little bit.
The motad is not only quiter than the standard system, but a slight increase in power is claimed and also the bike is slightly better on fuel.
I havent tried the Predator system, but I have heard good reports.

Keith

[Try]

I have tried a few after market exhausts over teh years and can honstly say the Motad is the best I have tried. The worst was the Jama system. It rusted very quickly when I used it in the winter and the fuel consumption suffered a little bit.
The motad is not only quiter than the standard system, but a slight increase in power is claimed and also the bike is slightly better on fuel.
I havent tried the Predator system, but I have heard good reports.

It is very useful information Dougal, thank.

[warhead_71]

I put a pair of Dunstall universal megaphones on mine -- sounds throatier than stock but not loud -- sounds like a BMW boxer but deeper. The price is right - if I scratch one, I can always replace it. Fit is good. Looks much sportier than stock... if you prefer sporty to cruiser-style pipes.

Seat is Corbin. Windshield is National Cycle "F-16"
http://www.mawonline.com/national.htm

I have since painted the bike Honda silver (automotive)... I need to take some fresh pics this spring.

[kjeldbh]

In an earlier post with the subject "Factory muffler on 75" posted the 10th of march Randall pays attention to the fact that OEM mufflers give the best performance to an old wing. If it is true (which I believe it is) it does matter which aftermarked muffler you buy, from a performance point of view.

And next, how big is the impact of the performance if you choose an aftermarked muffler. Is it a little bit, as if the timing is a little out of adjustment, or ?

I don't know, but it might be worth a discussion.

Regards Kjeld

[Batman7349]

Big T how about a picture of that 4 into 1 and any ideas if they are still available?

[Sandy Eggo]

This discussion has centered on ready-made exhaust systems. I'm also interested in exhaust components, which might be better served to have it's own thread.
I see where Frenchy sells a 12" shorty muffler. I would think that someone with some welding ability could fabricate an exhaust system that would work well, and give the flexibility of modifying the design a little as you go. For example, you could fit an oversized exhaust extension to the outside of the muffler case, thereby duplicating the look of the GL1800 exhaust. You'd also get a much lower pitch to the exhaust sound that way.
I'm not saying that would necessarily be the best muffler to use for such a project, but the opportunity would exist to fiddle with it until you found the sound and appearance you want.
From what I've heard, the dogleg section of exhaust pipe necessary to join the header and the muffler is the "tricky" part of such a system. Has anyone ever produced and sold this section commercially?

[BIG T]

best pics i have....T