Well I went for the exhaust for the last mod I've done.
Ill admit, I do like it better than the heat shields that were on there.

Started with online research and talking to others that had performed the mod.

Lets start:


DEI makes a quality kit. Some might not like it, but it was good for me and came with everything I needed. I have a whole extra roll left (50')



You will need some tools, use what ever you have handy.
USE gloves when installing. I dont know why you wouldnt. Even the toughest of hands will get fiberglass in them...Sorry tough guys, just use em.
Sissors and sharp pliers work. I did in fact use the SS ties them provided. I would grab the SS tie with the pliers and spin the tail end of the tie around the base of the pliers, this get the ties tighter then you can just by pulling it. After tight, snip off the excess and bent into the fiberglass. I also found a metal coat hanger for spraying the black silicon on after I was done wrapping. A fan for ventilation and drying annnnd some beers, obviously a must when working on toys.
You will need sockets and wrenches if you choose to take your pipes off as I did. Sizes will vary. Dont loose your parts.


Started with a photo before the action outside.


Seat off


Heat shields off, one by one. Byyeeee heat shields!



No sheilds


Next take off the pipes. I suppose you can perform this mod withe them on but I didnt because I wanted to paint the wrap black after. There was no way I was trying to paint the wrap while it was on the bike.


Careful to not get anything in the exhaust ports. A rag in the hole will do.
I did this work inside a heated garage so I left them open. No issues.


Photo of my scrapped pipe from leaning her over around corners. Its low, but only hits when I ride with the air ride down.


If you read the directions, as you should, you will see it suggests to wet/soak the wrap before use. Two reasons you should comply with the directions.
1. Makes it easier to work with. 2. Allows you to pull the wrap tighter for a better final product. It also lessens the threat for fiberglass needles in your hands. It bubbles in the bucket for a minute and then I took it out.
I suggest using a little pieces as possible. Use the longest pieces you can deal with until its absolutely necessary to cut the roll. I had to cut twice. Only because these particular pipes are welded together in the middle. I wish I could have wrapped them separately but there was no way. So there is only three pieces on my pipes. ALWAYS start form the exit end of the pipes. Anyone tells you other wise is wrong. Ill agrue it allllll day long. Back to front, end of story.


I did do the first part several times to see how the wrap looked and found a good over lap and technique to follow. DEI is the only wrap with wrapping guidelines on the wrap itself for you to follow. Its about a 1/4" overlap. You will find you will do more overlap in certain areas that require more wrap such as curves or places needing a little more uniform look. I like things to look nice so I took my time. This job takes hours but the result is worth it.
Someone called my pipes Horny the other Day when I had it parked and running. lol

Start by placing the wrap under itself and then back over it then start your overlapping according to directions, or 1/4" to 1/2" overlap. NO more becuase you will use more than you need and it will make the ridges closer together. Your choice in the end though.


This is where I had to finagle a way around this welded bracket.
Took a little bit but it looks like one wrap in the end. NICE
Stopped at the bracked and installed a tie, then proceed with the lower pipe wrap up and OVER the tie, I did not cut the lower pipe wrap, only the top is cut. Use your brain and you will have a quality finished product youll love.

Another angle


Bottom wrap in ONE piece. UP and OVER the tie and continue to wrap, wrap, wrap, sip beer, wrap more.


Wrap, wrap wrap, sip and wrap more. Tighter the better here. Pull the $hit outta the wrap when pulling it around the pipe. Apply when wet is better than dry. Another reason besides the above mentioned. The water will dry out and the wrap will infact become tighter in its own right due to shrinkage as the water leaves the wrap.


Oh yea, like I said, use what you have available.
I rigged this high quality vice with a weight on it to secure the pipes while I wrapped. It obviously wasnt ideal, but worked.


Wrap.


Hours later and several beers..


Next page....

 

Here is where I used a fan to dry the wrap over night.
Necessary..No. But useful, without a doubt.


Finished product.
Happy...YES. Good product....YES. Enjoy doing my own work...HELL YES.
Hope you enjoy the walk thru. Kit is available on Ebay and its under $100.



Joe C

 

An illustration on how you managed the wrap in and around the o2 sensor ports would have been helpful...

 

You may have just convinced me into wrapping my pipes. What's the purpose of the silicone spray? Is it necessary?

 

I went around the sensors just by pulling really tight around them.
There are plugs in mine and that's how its been since I bought it. I just went half over them and around them and pulled as tight as possible.
You can actually trim the wrap with a razor blade if your careful.
I had to trim around the area where the bracket connects to the pipe for frame attacchement.

 

It is not necessary. I use the whole can because I like it dark. The wrap itself is black, but over time the black will fade into a greyish color. I wanted the black look for as long as possible.
Plus the silicone actually seals the wrap, making it water proof after its dry. If you don't coat it, the fiberglass will get wet every time you wash it and then will steam when first started.
The curing process after spraying the silicone WILL SMOKE when you run the bike. Its normal and takes time to essentially burn itself into the mesh of the fiber glass.
The spray makes the dried wrap even harder when completely cured. Its like fiberglass pipe armor.

 

FYI---The more you mess with the wrapping prior and during install....the more fibers will separate from the roll. More is not better in this case. Dont rub your hands all over the mesh even if its wet. It still frays and frays are bad. If desired, use a sharp razor blade to slice off unwanted lone threads that may have sprout during drying or handling.

 

Interesting, nice job..

 

Looks good man. I've always liked your bike. Looks sick with the pipe wrap too. What size front rim are you running? Just the stock size?

 

dont forget the smoke show !