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Mike, yes you will need two new exhaust gaskets. They are the cheapest at Ronayers.com. I had the Yosh Zyclone RS-3's on my ZX9R and did not like them (too quiet). I have the Yosh carbon race pipes (slip-ons) on my 03 Hayabusa and really like that sound. I also had the Scorpion stainless slip-ons on my 98 CBR1100 and thought they sounded good. It is a close call in my opinion. I think the Scorpions are a tad quieter. It depends on what you are looking for... Steve

I recently put twin scorpion slip-ons on my 98. They looked great and fit well. My only "wish" was that they were a little louder. They still had a nice growl to them when gettin' on it. Just make sure you order new exhaust gaskets for them. The old ones usually stick inside the old pipes and don't come out easily. Scorpion doesn't include them. The Erion single pipe I had on my other XX was a lot louder. That was my favorite pipe for a Japanese bike. Used to have a Ducati with Arrow slip-ons. Those baby's would set off car alarms when downshifting from 2nd-1st gear.

After looking at your pics, I had the exact same problem. I would try sending it back if I were you. I was unable to make mine align properly.

I had the same issue with my pyramid hugger. I used a couple of washers for spacers on one side, but overall was not happy with the fit. I just left it that way. Talked to JAWS who I bought it from (good guy to deal with). He said they have some "issues" with them every once in awhile. He offered to take it back, but I said it was acceptable for now.

Have you had the carbs synch'ed lately? Just an idea. I had mine done last year and it made a noticeable difference in the idle and initial throttle response.

Nik, I posted the previous post. Here is a link to the company I used and the plans I used. I don't have any pics to post, but it came out better than I could have ever imagined. The plans they give you are top notch and the materials list is easy to use. Just make sure Home Depot goes by their list and doesn't try to make their own by mimicking the plans (they tried that with me and I ended up getting 30% more materials than I needed...i made them take it all back!) http://www.decksusa.com/plans/deck_design_1063.htm Steve

I ended up going with the dual Scorpion stainless slip-ons. The were a breeze to install and sound pretty good. Not too loud, but just right.

I had the EXACT SAME issue two months ago. Gauges fluttered, then went out totally, then bike died 30 seconds later. Local Honda shop tried to tell me that it was a bad battery.....NOT! I had the same issue with a Ducati ST2. Ended up being the regulator. I had the Honda shop install a new regulator instead of changing the battery and problem has not re-occured.

I have 6,100 miles on my D-220's and they are still in OK shape. I can easily get another 1000+ miles out of them. I am not an "aggressive" rider, but they have served me well; including wet weather riding. No complaints here.

I installed a new set of Scorpion slip-ons yesterday and now both sides have an exhaust leak. They are leaking where the short pipe slips on over the stock header. I went to Auto Zone looking for some high temp silicone sealer (the manufacturer says I might need it), but all I could find was low temp stuff or stuff that worked like permanent glue. Any suggestions? Steve

Hey, I know a lot of Harley guys who modify their stock exhaust. If it works for them, it should work for us...uh right? :idea:

We were having a discussion at work today regarding the best way to dampen handle bar vibration. One of the guys has a new FJR1300 and has a bad shoulder so he wanted to remove as much vibration from the bars as possible. He already bought gel grips and bar end weights. He is next going to try and fill the bars with lead shot. Has anyone here tried this before? Any better suggestions?

Nik & Tim, Can you please define "loud as Fuck"? :roll: Do they set off car alarms while driving through ritzy areas of town? Do they cause your buddies behind you to wince everytime you downshift? Do they make people's heads turn before they can see you? If the answer is yes, then that's what I'm looking for :grin: I am assuming that you guys still have twin pipes and no jetting...?

Bought a new (new to me) 98 with throttle meister installed. I installed new grips and now the locking part doesn't work so well. Called throttle meister today and explained my problem. They said they would send me a friction sleeve and some shims free of charge! I wasn't even the one who purchased the original product from them. That is great service. Their only stipulation was that I told a few friends...which I have now done :grin:

Why are you getting rid of the Erion's again??? I think I read something about needing to jet the carbs... I do not want to mess with jetting either.