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 Post subject: KTM 450 EXC 2003 Exhaust
PostPosted: Wed Nov 30, 2016 9:58 pm 
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Hi, I am looking to get into green lanning, one thing left to sort is the exhaust, the one on the bike is too loud, I have struggeld to find a standard tail pipe, are there any aftermarket pipes recommended for green laning, perhaps one with a removeable baffle that can be fitted for green lanning?

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 Post subject: Re: KTM 450 EXC 2003 Exhaust
PostPosted: Wed Nov 30, 2016 10:42 pm 
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Re-pack the one on it.


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 Post subject: Re: KTM 450 EXC 2003 Exhaust
PostPosted: Wed Nov 30, 2016 11:25 pm 
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I didn't know they could be too loud


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 Post subject: Re: KTM 450 EXC 2003 Exhaust
PostPosted: Thu Dec 01, 2016 12:24 am 
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Has it not got the standard pipe on


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 Post subject: Re: KTM 450 EXC 2003 Exhaust
PostPosted: Thu Dec 01, 2016 12:51 am 
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NML wrote:
I didn't know they could be too loud

EH !?


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 Post subject: Re: KTM 450 EXC 2003 Exhaust
PostPosted: Thu Dec 01, 2016 7:11 pm 
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What do you mean by EH ?


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 Post subject: Re: KTM 450 EXC 2003 Exhaust
PostPosted: Thu Dec 01, 2016 9:56 pm 
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it came with an SX pipe, the EXC should have a baffle/spark arrestor thing, its too asbo at the moment I wouldnt turn up to a green lane event with it as it is.....


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 Post subject: Re: KTM 450 EXC 2003 Exhaust
PostPosted: Thu Dec 01, 2016 11:57 pm 
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NML wrote:
What do you mean by EH ?

As in 'what ?'....(it's too loud)...mankinds oldest deaf gag...


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 Post subject: Re: KTM 450 EXC 2003 Exhaust
PostPosted: Fri Dec 02, 2016 11:00 am 
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Greetings,

Exhaust noise is created as we know by the speed of the gases exiting from the outlet port of the exhaust system, so if the gases can be slowed down then the noise should reduce accordingly. However this can have a knock on effect to the fueling with consequential loss of torque or power as the slowing down at the exit ripples back to the cylinder head exhaust port and exhaust gas exit swirl velocity.

I don't know your particular bike so I do not know the exhaust which is fitted, however it might be possible to make and slide an extra baffle into the inlet side of the silencer. It might accept some simple stainless steel kitchen scouring pads (non soap type), or braze a few separated washers together to form a tube with say one inch gaps between washers, I think that you might get the idea :lol: All very Heath Robinson I know but that is how my friends and I used to make our own silencers back in the sixties.

If the exhaust exit is too large then engine pick up and low to mid range road speed acceleration might be compromised, it used to be called exhaust 'megaphonisis' and sidecar Manx Norton riders in particular used to cover the exit with their foot (I kid you not) :lol: :lol: :lol:

Perhaps take a look at the videos on this link for some ideas;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNxKO18I-3I

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ld60v79wTDY

Let us know how you get on.

TTFN

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 Post subject: Re: KTM 450 EXC 2003 Exhaust
PostPosted: Fri Dec 02, 2016 9:54 pm 
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Well done for wanting to keep the noise down.

If you can't get a stock silencer can and don't fancy DIY, try an aftermarket FMF Q4.

This is what FMF say about it:

FMF Q4 Slip-On Exhaust

With riding areas threatened more every day, FMF takes seriously the expression ‘less sound equals more ground’ and with the Q4, FMF has designed a slip-on exhaust that leads in high performance quiet technology. Using the best materials, the Q4 uses intricate chambers and baffles to improve flow while still dampening sound. Roost more, ride more and offend less with the FMF Q4!
Developed over years of championship off-road racing
Max Sound output 96dB; most models below 93dB
Constructed from aircraft grade aluminum and high strength stainless steel
Use with stock or FMF header
Removable USFS spark arrestor included
Pounds lighter than stock in many cases
Twin stage core design for lower sound output and extended life of packing material


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