Aftermarket exhaust or no

bigkev

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Any feedback would be appreciated. Have a 2006 ST 1300 wondering, if I should get some aftermarket slip. Ons exhaust would appreciate any help. I don't like backfiring so I don't know. Just putting the slip on will cause that or not. Thank you
 
I ran Delkevics for a while and liked the throatier sound, but thought they were the most i would go, as far as loudness, but that is just me. To each their own. Lots of decel popping/backfiring, until i removed the PAIR system... still a bit of popping, but a noticeable improvement.
 
I would suggest that you focus your question a little more towards what you are trying to achieve with a different exhaust system.
i.e. Is your goal to change the sound of your motorcycle, or to improve its fuel efficiency, or to increase its power output, or to reduce the heat output from the catalytic converters? Knowing what side effects that each type of exhaust creates would also be helpful information if I was considering an aftermarket exhaust system. e.g. deceleration popping, sound level, etc..

The reason that I write that is because from what I have read on here most people who change the exhaust on ST1300's seem to primarily do so because they want a different sound. Most of what I have read from people who have changed the exhaust for the purpose of increasing fuel efficiency or power output often found that there was not much of a change in either. This motorcycles engine output just does not seem to respond significantly to these minor types of changes. Some others found that certain brands were to loud for their liking and ended up putting the stock exhaust back on.
 
Andrew Shadow said:
I would suggest that you focus your question a little more towards what you are trying to achieve with a different exhaust system.
i.e. Is your goal to change the sound of your motorcycle, or to improve its fuel efficiency, or to increase its power output, or to reduce the heat output from the catalytic converters? Knowing what side effects that each type of exhaust creates would also be helpful information if I was considering an aftermarket exhaust system. e.g. deceleration popping, sound level, etc..

The reason that I write that is because from what I have read on here most people who change the exhaust on ST1300's seem to primarily do so because they want a different sound. Most of what I have read from people who have changed the exhaust for the purpose of increasing fuel efficiency or power output often found that there was not much of a change in either. This motorcycles engine output just does not seem to respond significantly to these minor types of changes. Some others found that certain brands were to loud for their liking and ended up putting the stock exhaust back on.
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I appreciate the reply.Yeah, I was more looking for better sound.But after reading a bit on my own and listening to you all that particular bike responds well to the back pressure created from the o.E m exhaust , so I think i'm just gonna stay with what I got
 
I know, different bike, but I have OEM exhaust on the 94, Delkevics (13” tri-oval) on the 2000. Sometimes, I like it quiet and sometimes just a hair louder (and if you get the longer exhausts, there is available a different baffle that knocks off another dB or 2 if the system is too loud for your tastes). I did that for the CF Delkevic I have on the Silverwing, and it sounds very good.
 
Erdoc48 said:
I know, different bike, but I have OEM exhaust on the 94, Delkevics (13” tri-oval) on the 2000. Sometimes, I like it quiet and sometimes just a hair louder (and if you get the longer exhausts, there is available a different baffle that knocks off another dB or 2 if the system is too loud for your tastes). I did that for the CF Delkevic I have on the Silverwing, and it sounds very good.
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Yeah, I'm probably gonna stay with the oe.M I guess cause i'm not much into that decel pop
 
One\nMore thing?If you know anything about it, I need a throttle lock on this bike.I was looking at the Atlas, throttle lock.Any comments on those
 
Another one of those things, where you either like it or you don't.
Not trying to be a wise guy... but I've seen passionate reviews from both sides.
I have no experience with one.
Just like the plastic (sometimes with velcro) wrist rests (Crampbuster is one brand) that fit tightly on the throttle... I have had 'em, and hate everything about them.
Yet, some here absolutely love it on their bike.
 
Bottom line for a lot of these things, everyone is different. If possible, go to an STOC event and try out the gadget you think you want on someone else's bike. It might save you a bunch of money AND you will meet some great folks and have a good time. One of those rare win win situations.

BTW, I had a cramp buster and liked it. It was cheap and it worked. It wasn't perfect (few throttle locks short of a real cruise control are) but it was good enough.
 
Andrew Shadow said:
I would suggest that you focus your question a little more towards what you are trying to achieve with a different exhaust system.
i.e. Is your goal to change the sound of your motorcycle, or to improve its fuel efficiency, or to increase its power output, or to reduce the heat output from the catalytic converters? Knowing what side effects that each type of exhaust creates would also be helpful information if I was considering an aftermarket exhaust system. e.g. deceleration popping, sound level, etc..

The reason that I write that is because from what I have read on here most people who change the exhaust on ST1300's seem to primarily do so because they want a different sound. Most of what I have read from people who have changed the exhaust for the purpose of increasing fuel efficiency or power output often found that there was not much of a change in either. This motorcycles engine output just does not seem to respond significantly to these minor types of changes. Some others found that certain brands were to loud for their liking and ended up putting the stock exhaust back on.
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This almost reads like AI, if I close my eyes or even squint, I can't tell the difference, guess that's because it is AI, Andrew Intelligence. Very well articulated sir!
 
I don't understand why anyone wants their bike louder. A lot of Harley riders do it and I think it's either because they want attention or it's because other Harley riders do it and they want to be just like them. A perfect example of non-conformists conforming. Yes, non-Harley riders do it too, but not to the same degree.

I don't feel the need to ask the world "look at me". I haven't put playing cards in the spokes of my bicycle either... well, maybe I did when I was 7.
 
ddemair said:
I don't understand why anyone wants their bike louder. A lot of Harley riders do it and I think it's either because they want attention or it's because other Harley riders do it and they want to be just like them. A perfect example of non-conformists conforming. Yes, non-Harley riders do it too, but not to the same degree.

I don't feel the need to ask the world "look at me". I haven't put playing cards in the spokes of my bicycle either... well, maybe I did when I was 7.
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One of my daughters needed to be "different". "You're shopping in a national chain store, everyone that is trying to be themselves is shopping here too", she didn't see the irony.
 
Sadlsor said:
Another one of those things, where you either like it or you don't.
Not trying to be a wise guy... but I've seen passionate reviews from both sides.
I have no experience with one.
Just like the plastic (sometimes with velcro) wrist rests (Crampbuster is one brand) that fit tightly on the throttle... I have had 'em, and hate everything about them.
Yet, some here absolutely love it on their bike.
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What @Sadlsor says! My :twocents1:, having tried various throttle assist systems, the wrist activated Crampbuster is my go to and the only one that I have never removed from my bike. Did a SS with one and never encountered any soreness, stiffness or discomfort from having the throttle engaged for extended periods. YMMV.
 
bigkev said:
One\nMore thing?If you know anything about it, I need a throttle lock on this bike.I was looking at the Atlas, throttle lock.Any comments on those
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I installed the vista cruise throttle lock on my st1300. I forget the exact dimensions, but it was slightly too small to fit the bar. I sanded some material away from the inside to get the right fit. Hardly any material needs to be removed, but if too much is removed (as I did on my first attempt), the throttle is unusable. I bought a second one and was more careful.

A throttle lock is not very useful for maintaining a constant speed since any change in elevation/wind will cause a speed change. I use mine for a few moments to free my right hand for a rest or to reach something only my right hand can.
 
I have tried various throttle locks, and I have both the Atlas ( on my NC700X) and the Brakeaway on my ST1300. Both work well, the Brakeaway is much nicer looking, but works about the same. Both are tough to set the exact speed on ( it usually varies after setting it) , but it does give my right hand a break from the throttle. I have tried others, from the cheap "clamp" type to the O-rings, and these two seem to be the best for me. YMMV.
 
I agree, not nearly as good as a true CC, but works for the purpose intended (I use both a Crampbuster and a Go Cruise throttle lock). Just to free up the right hand for a few minutes- same with highway pegs (for me)- I don't use them longer than is needed to stretch out a bit, then just use the regular pegs again.
 
Our ST1300 is stock, other than a cruise control. I really like the quiet ride, especially how it surprises inattentive drivers when we pass.....I love the little jump and surprised look.
The ST1100 exhaust decayed at the welded assembly where the mufflers attach, from its 20 years in the PO's garage I suppose. I replaced that with a Delkevic system and their largest mufflers. It's louder but not bothersome. No pops or other issues.
 
I test drove a Lexus SC400 years back. It had a "trick" exhaust system that was very polite under sedate to moderate throttle or gentle acceleration. Put a foot in it and it had a very nice growl. I played with many exhaust systems on my bikes that had great throaty growls under acceleration.

And under moderate throttle or gentle acceleration. I got tired of that. Changed the note of my ST1300's exhaust means making it louder. I won't do that anymore. STock is ok by me.


This is the best throttle lock for my money:

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GO CRUISE 2 Universal Throttle Control


I rode to MT twice with it and never missed a cruise control.

Vista-Cruise (two flavors) and NEP locks have adorned my bikes. They did the job. Go-Cruise does it better.

The Go-Cruise is very easy to install and move from bike to bike if desired. Easier than any other throttle lock. It's engaged or disengaged with index finger or thumb respectively without changing your grip on the throttle.

But the real benefit of the Go-Cruise over any other throttle lock in it's operation. Once engaged you can roll on the throttle to pass or maintain speed an incline. When backing off the throttle from either of those evolutions it returns to where you set it previously. There's no need to disengage and reengage the lock.

Like any properly adjusted throttle lock it's "overridden" in a panic stop if you've failed to disengage it. You could argue that it's better/faster/safe to just roll off the throttle to zero or wherever it needs to be than to even think about the lock.

The O-ring thing is cheaper but more fiddly. Other metal locks are over-priced and over-engineered for what they do.

If you don't need a cruise control the Go-Cruise 2 is a great option.
 
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