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Jake
I'm personally not worried about how loud my bike is, I have a 2004 Honda rebel 250. Will taking the baffles out mess up he bike? And is there any way I can remove them without drilling holes? I just want a quick easy way to make it sound better. I don't want to put to much time and money into a bike when I'm getting another soon. Any help?
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It won't hurt performance, but you might have to rejet the carb.
Besides the sound baffles there are two other little items in the exhaust. There is also a spark arrestor screen and a turbulence screw.
The spark arrestor screen is just that, a screen that stops hot carbon pieces from exiting the exhaust. It is mainly made for off road, but is also required on road bikes.
The turbulence screw is something most guys don't know about. It looks like a giant screw thread or auger thread and it is welded into the exhaust pipes. The turbulence screw spins the exhaust gases so it doesn't free flow out.
I have never done it to a Honda Reble, but have done it to several other Honda's in the past. I would purchase a new muffler/silencer from an after market company that was a free flowing design. You can pick up used motorcycle silencers for under $50. Cut the pipes at where they line up with the back of the engine cases. Add an extension pipe (if needed) so you can mount the new/used muffler/silencer.
The motorcycle superstore sells brand new bolt on mufflers for under $100: http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/3/13/118/39114/ITEM/Emgo-Dunstall-Replica-Universal-Muffler.aspx?WT.ac=SLIsearch
You can also make a car glass pack fit. They are only $25 new: http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_thrush-glass-pack-mufflers-dynomax_5291585-p?zoneAssigned=1
If you are the ultimate cheap bastard and you do not want to drill out the baffles, you can try ramming them out. This will generally not work, because they are welded into place. You would need a really long metal rod center punch. This will work for the spark arrestor part, but not the baffles or the turbulence screw.
It won't hurt performance, but you might have to rejet the carb.
Besides the sound baffles there are two other little items in the exhaust. There is also a spark arrestor screen and a turbulence screw.
The spark arrestor screen is just that, a screen that stops hot carbon pieces from exiting the exhaust. It is mainly made for off road, but is also required on road bikes.
The turbulence screw is something most guys don't know about. It looks like a giant screw thread or auger thread and it is welded into the exhaust pipes. The turbulence screw spins the exhaust gases so it doesn't free flow out.
I have never done it to a Honda Reble, but have done it to several other Honda's in the past. I would purchase a new muffler/silencer from an after market company that was a free flowing design. You can pick up used motorcycle silencers for under $50. Cut the pipes at where they line up with the back of the engine cases. Add an extension pipe (if needed) so you can mount the new/used muffler/silencer.
The motorcycle superstore sells brand new bolt on mufflers for under $100: http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/3/13/118/39114/ITEM/Emgo-Dunstall-Replica-Universal-Muffler.aspx?WT.ac=SLIsearch
You can also make a car glass pack fit. They are only $25 new: http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_thrush-glass-pack-mufflers-dynomax_5291585-p?zoneAssigned=1
If you are the ultimate cheap bastard and you do not want to drill out the baffles, you can try ramming them out. This will generally not work, because they are welded into place. You would need a really long metal rod center punch. This will work for the spark arrestor part, but not the baffles or the turbulence screw.
What is the best brand/model of spinning shoes to buy?
Nati M
I started spinning a few months ago and have decided I love it so much I want to get shoes.
What brand or model of spinning shoes do you recommend?
Answer
All spinning bikes use SPD pedals. I use mountain bike shoes with recessed cleats so I can walk easily when not spinning. You can order the shoes online, but I think it is a better idea to buy them at a local bike store so you can try them on. You will have to buy the shoes separately and then buy the SPD cleats. The mechanics at the bike shop should be able to install the cleats quickly if you don't feel comfortable doing it yourself. I use my old AXO mountain biking shoes which I love but unfortunately, that company is no longer making mountain biking shoes.
Below are some links to some nice shoes to consider:
http://www.lakecycling.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=MX165-W
http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=24110&subcategory_ID=10040&estore_ID=1056
http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=19969&subcategory_ID=2120&estore_ID=1056
All spinning bikes use SPD pedals. I use mountain bike shoes with recessed cleats so I can walk easily when not spinning. You can order the shoes online, but I think it is a better idea to buy them at a local bike store so you can try them on. You will have to buy the shoes separately and then buy the SPD cleats. The mechanics at the bike shop should be able to install the cleats quickly if you don't feel comfortable doing it yourself. I use my old AXO mountain biking shoes which I love but unfortunately, that company is no longer making mountain biking shoes.
Below are some links to some nice shoes to consider:
http://www.lakecycling.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=MX165-W
http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=24110&subcategory_ID=10040&estore_ID=1056
http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=19969&subcategory_ID=2120&estore_ID=1056
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