When can I or should install an exhaust??

[snowpromod]

Hi,
Sorry for the rookie question - I am looking for info on when I should install my aftermarket exhaust? I bought a leftover with 0 miles and was wondering if I should wait until after my break in period or a certain mileage to install the exhaust?? Any info or advice would be appreciated. Thanks

 

[Iceman57]

No need to wait. Go with Excell you won't be disapointed.

http://www.excellmotorsports.com/

 

[Mikecam]

I put my exhaust on in the second year but I don't think it should matter. Other then you won't be easy on it because you will be flipping the throttle all the time to make her sing. lol Enjoy the sled !!!!

 

[Phazernut]

I have a Bender Mountain exhaust for sale if you're interested.

 

[**sj**]

just a reminder...the noise nazi's are in full effect for next year..

 

[nate007]

I've been hearing that for a few yaers now, sj. I've had pipes on mine since new, and I think a responsible rider with aftermarket pipes can get away with it for the most part. Just remember to always be good in the areas that need to be quiet, and there shouldn't be too many issues. Wait until you get a few miles out of town to crack it open.

 

[1CrazySledder]

As there are good points here, I don't want to see this thread get of control as we all know can happen real fast.

The topic here is when to install pipes, nothing more. Lets stay on topic ....

-1CS

 

[SledFreak]

I have ridden in the U.S. and they have not said anything to me about my Excell. At an idol, there's really no difference than stock. Just don't get on it, until you are clear of the Police. Yes, and Excell is the way to go. I'm hoping Aaron, makes those new y-pipes for the Apex this year. Apparently up to 7-8hp with the Excell through the entire range, not just the mid range as it is right now. 7-8 more hp top end will be a good bump. Can't wait.....

 

[nb-attak]

There is no need to wait. It doesnt matter if you break-in the sled with stock or aftermarket exhaust. But i would ride with stock first, just to get an idea of the sound difference between the two.

 

[THKSNOW]

I've been hearing that for a few yaers now, sj. I've had pipes on mine since new, and I think a responsible rider with aftermarket pipes can get away with it for the most part. Just remember to always be good in the areas that need to be quiet, and there shouldn't be too many issues. Wait until you get a few miles out of town to crack it open.

We have been hearing about this for the past couple of seasons; but now it's for real.

If you are riding in Michigan:

Introduced by Sen. Jason Allen on May 24, 2007, to add to the existing snowmobile noise level standards a provision establishing that for a stationary snowmobile the noise emission may not exceed 88 decibels, as measured using the SAE J2567 stationary snowmobile sound test procedure. This is the current industry standard.

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm on March 13, 2008.

They'll be listening for you next season...

 

[THKSNOW]

As there are good points here, I don't want to see this thread get of control as we all know can happen real fast.

The topic here is when to install pipes, nothing more. Lets stay on topic ....

-1CS

Some of us just don't want to see someone spend a bunch of money & time on exhaust/pipes and get ticketed in the state where they ride for being too loud. IMHO some members are probably not aware that Michigan just signed this into law last month.

 

[Iceman57]

I've been hearing that for a few yaers now, sj. I've had pipes on mine since new, and I think a responsible rider with aftermarket pipes can get away with it for the most part. Just remember to always be good in the areas that need to be quiet, and there shouldn't be too many issues. Wait until you get a few miles out of town to crack it open.

We have been hearing about this for the past couple of seasons; but now it's for real.

If you are riding in Michigan:

Introduced by Sen. Jason Allen on May 24, 2007, to add to the existing snowmobile noise level standards a provision establishing that for a stationary snowmobile the noise emission may not exceed 88 decibels, as measured using the SAE J2567 stationary snowmobile sound test procedure. This is the current industry standard.

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm on March 13, 2008.

They'll be listening for you next season...

I posted about this topic on another thread several days ago. A few weeks ago I spoke with the President of the MSA (Michigan Snowmobile Association) Don Reed also the owner of the Fox River Motel in Seney Mi. He gave me a run down on the new noise law here in Michigan. The exhaust will have to be no louder then 88 dB's at 4,000 RPM's taken from 12 feet away. He said that what they are trying to crack down on are those individuals who feel the need to bark the engine in town or late at night in residential area or when just cursing through town or getting gas etc. They are looking for the obnoxious riders. He also told me that he rides with someone that has an Excell pipe and that the Excell will not have a problem meeting the requirements.

 

[**sj**]

I've been hearing that for a few yaers now, sj. I've had pipes on mine since new, and I think a responsible rider with aftermarket pipes can get away with it for the most part. Just remember to always be good in the areas that need to be quiet, and there shouldn't be too many issues. Wait until you get a few miles out of town to crack it open.

We have been hearing about this for the past couple of seasons; but now it's for real.

If you are riding in Michigan:

Introduced by Sen. Jason Allen on May 24, 2007, to add to the existing snowmobile noise level standards a provision establishing that for a stationary snowmobile the noise emission may not exceed 88 decibels, as measured using the SAE J2567 stationary snowmobile sound test procedure. This is the current industry standard.

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm on March 13, 2008.

They'll be listening for you next season...

I posted about this topic on another thread several days ago. A few weeks ago I spoke with the President of the MSA (Michigan Snowmobile Association) Don Reed also the owner of the Fox River Motel in Seney Mi. He gave me a run down on the new noise law here in Michigan. The exhaust will have to be no louder then 88 dB's at 4,000 RPM's taken from 12 feet away. He said that what they are trying to crack down on are those individuals who feel the need to bark the engine in town or late at night in residential area or when just cursing through town or getting gas etc. They are looking for the obnoxious riders. He also told me that he rides with someone that has an Excell pipe and that the Excell will not have a problem meeting the requirements.

Mark...you are one of the more technical/detailed apex owners ...I think you should do the test yourself and see what you come up with..noise meters can be had for cheap enough..

 

[snowpromod]

The only reason for the change in exhaust is looks for me, I want to run a Boss seat with a tunnel dump - it looks like TJ's in Wyoming make a tunnel dump that is comparable to stock sound, not looking for loud pipes - just a different look!

 

[stoutner]

I've been hearing that for a few yaers now, sj. I've had pipes on mine since new, and I think a responsible rider with aftermarket pipes can get away with it for the most part. Just remember to always be good in the areas that need to be quiet, and there shouldn't be too many issues. Wait until you get a few miles out of town to crack it open.

We have been hearing about this for the past couple of seasons; but now it's for real.

If you are riding in Michigan:

Introduced by Sen. Jason Allen on May 24, 2007, to add to the existing snowmobile noise level standards a provision establishing that for a stationary snowmobile the noise emission may not exceed 88 decibels, as measured using the SAE J2567 stationary snowmobile sound test procedure. This is the current industry standard.

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm on March 13, 2008.

They'll be listening for you next season...

WTF do you expect having a women governor. Elect Hillary and you'll see more of that