2007-06-20 01:01:35 · 11 answers · asked by lartor 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
You don't have to, but it is a good idea.
2007-06-20 01:20:26 · answer #1 · answered by HD Rider 4 · 3⤊ 2⤋
definately, if u want the most performance, get a high flow airfilter also. Install them both then take the bike in to get rejeted by ur mechanic. U will notice a huge performance increase. If u don't rejet ur gona be running alot leaner and u could burn up ur exhaust valves. Gas is also used as a coolant.
2007-06-20 10:24:13 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the type of exhaust your install. Some manufacturers of after market pipes will specify if re jetting is needed on your model of bike and what the recommended size should be. They may even sell the jet kit.
If not then the only sure way to know is to install the pipes and then do some test runs and "read" the spark plugs.
Let me or someone know if you need help with that procedure.
There is no one size fits all answer for this one.
2007-06-20 02:12:14 · answer #3 · answered by pappy 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
i think of that that's constantly a competent thought to rejet the carbs after changing your exhaust. in case you strengthen air bypass you ought to strengthen gas. a bike that runs lean for a protracted volume of time is basically soliciting for issues. in case you meant on dealing with a broker they should have the skill to maintain you guarantee, yet those motorcycles are bullet evidence so no actual ought to rigidity. I had an entire exhaust and ability commander on my motorcycle as quickly as I picked it up new. i won't be able to declare for specific that i did no longer void the guaranty however the 12 months is now up devoid of any issues, heck I certainly have under no circumstances had a concern on a Honda motorcycle.
2016-10-18 03:16:34 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It totally depends on airflow. If the new pipes have the same airflow as your old ones then you do not need to do anything. If the new pipes have a greater airflow, i.e. you put loud pipes on, then you will need to adjust the carb and airfilter. It is NOT required but would run better and sound better.
2007-06-20 02:33:38 · answer #5 · answered by Yes I am here!! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Without a doubt!!
If plugs come out whiteish richen it up
If wet or blackish lean it out
will have to change needle position as well in top end of carb
2007-06-20 02:22:45 · answer #6 · answered by stucatwork 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, 99% of the time yes you need to re jet, almost all new bike are running on the lean side of the mixture curve trying to stay in epa standards for emmissions, check your plugs, but I would plan on rejetting
2007-06-20 06:19:08 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very likely, yes; and you should probably change your airfilter too. Using less restrictive pipes without also changing jetting & airflow will cause th ebike to run poorly. Loud pipes are obnoxious, and create a poor reputation for all bikers, so consider that too.
2007-06-20 02:24:03 · answer #8 · answered by JeffyB 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
You probably made it louder?
That means exhaust is less restrictive.
It also means you re-jet or risk engine damage.
Exhaust valves, seats and even pistons can burn if too lean and its possible to blow carbs off manifolds if it backfires
2007-06-20 04:12:07 · answer #9 · answered by 1crazypj 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yep
2007-06-20 08:35:44 · answer #10 · answered by jon d 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For optimum performance, yes. If you don't, you just won't be getting the most out of it that you could.
2007-06-20 01:06:19 · answer #11 · answered by tabulator32 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋