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The Debate About Custom Motorcycle Exhaust

Custom motorcycle exhaust has been the topic of some heated debates over the past couple years and most of the debates really boil down to two main arguments. Those two main arguments are for and against the exhaust all together. This article will explain what those two arguments are and how they both can be valid.

The first main argument that happens to be for motorcycle custom exhaust is the argument that custom exhaust makes a lot of noise and therefore makes other drivers more aware that the motorcycle is present. This, in my opinion, is a good thing because by increasing the awareness of the drivers around you, you are essentially protecting yourself from harm caused by other vehicles. Motorcycles can be hard to see because of their small size in relation to the other vehicles on the road. Because of this, motorcycles are harder to spot in blind spots and other areas where vehicles may be less visible. By creating more distraction with the loud pipes, you are essentially making yourself more visible and can reduce the likelihood of an accident occurring because another driver didn't see you. This is perhaps the strongest argument for custom motorcycle exhaust.

The other main argument is one that goes against loud exhaust. This argument states that the loud pipes are a disturbance to the public and a potential distraction to other drivers on the road. I will admit that custom exhaust on a cruiser being fired up at 7 a.m. in the morning can be pretty loud and obnoxious, and that some people do have the right to peace and quiet, especially in quiet neighborhoods. The other part to this argument is that the loud pipes, although make drivers aware of the motorcycle, may distract them from their own driving and other vehicles on the road. This could also lead to accidents.

Some feel that loud custom exhaust is too distracting and disruptive, while others feel that it helps save motorcyclists lives by making their presence known on major highways, busy streets, and freeways where traffic is heavy and congested. The debate is weighted so evenly and will likely be a debate for many years to come with no right or wrong answer. Some cities and states have taken action against motorcyclists with loud exhaust by issuing citations and forcing the removal of such items. Others have not taken any action and it is unclear of whether or not that will happen.

Whether you're for or against custom exhaust on the motorcycle is entirely your own opinion. If you aren't too familiar with the topic, then hopefully this article has given you a little more insight on the subject.

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I'm thinking of commuting my 70 miles roundtrip to work everyday on my motorcycle?
My dress code is a polo and khakis. I have a jacket to wear but is there anyway to keep the motorcycle exhaust smell from staying in my clothes? I'd like some opinions from people who commute to work on a motorcycle

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Does a motorcycle exhaust increase gas mileage?
I Have a 96 Kawasaki 800B,and what to change the stock pipes with better ones.If I change to drag pipes will I increase my gas mileage? Is there anything I can do to increase the gas mileage? Besides change sparks and other maintenance stuff that is needed done. Would like it to sound like a bad A**. Any suggestions?

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Which motorcycle exhaust is better?
I have been contemplating about a new exhaust for my 2007 Suzuki GSX-R 600. The two exhausts are an Akrapovic Full Exhaust or a M-4 Full Exhaust system. I want something that sounds like one of the professional racers on the track. I was having a hard to finding the specs for the two and would really like to know which one has the most increase in Horse Power and has a really loud sound when traveling at 7000 rpms or higher. If you have any information that could help aide me in my decision, that would be great. Thank You!

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what is the functional purpose of "Heat wrap" for motorcycle exhausts?
is there any purpose other than protecting a riders legs?..... (eg a combustion advatage)

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reshaping an motorcycle exhaust pipe?
Hi I recently bought an exhaust for my bike but it'd the wrong shape. is there any way to bend the pipe to the correct shape? Thanks Returning it isn't an option as it came from the other side of the world

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