Red J Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 I've decided on an Akrapovic full system for my bike, and I'm not sure which way to go on the can. I have TBR slipons now, and don't have an aversion to carbon, but part of me says that the titanium can will be more durable. Titanium: Handle heat better. Handle small impacts worse (dents and such). Silver color stands out. Carbon: Handle heat and UV worse, will eventually fade or discolor the resin. Handle small impacts better. Black color blends in. It seems like a draw. The price is the same. I'd almost prefer the CF, so that the pipe isn't so noticeable. Has anyone some experience with this subject? Anyone specifically with Akrapovic? Does their resin hold up? J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 I have carbon engine covers.. Love the look of carbonfiber.. but I would choose Ti over carbon for exhaust.. Its good for looks but find it silly to be part of a exhaust system.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red J Posted August 14, 2004 Author Share Posted August 14, 2004 I guess I don't care about the appearance of carbon fiber, but the advantage I see is that it doesn't get as hot as the titanium could. After a hard run, I can see the side of a carbon can being cooler than a titanium can. I don't know that to be the case, but I would think it so. J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demon Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 I have the ti can on mine. Looks good and haven't dented it yet. Some people will say that the titanium will have a higher pitch to it and the carbon will sound deeper. Either way, they work well and sound great. Akrapovic makes a high quality product any way you go. Decisions Decisions Really it boils down to how you want it to look Titanium is a bit more flashy Carbon is a bit more stealthy. Either way will stand out if you keep the yellow sticker on it, moreso with the carbon can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demon Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 I have the ti can on mine. Looks good and haven't dented it yet. Some people will say that the titanium will have a higher pitch to it and the carbon will sound deeper. Either way, they work well and sound great. Akrapovic makes a high quality product any way you go. Decisions Decisions Really it boils down to how you want it to look Titanium is a bit more flashy Carbon is a bit more stealthy. Either way will stand out if you keep the yellow sticker on it, moreso with the carbon can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 I guess I don't care about the appearance of carbon fiber, but the advantage I see is that it doesn't get as hot as the titanium could.After a hard run, I can see the side of a carbon can being cooler than a titanium can. I don't know that to be the case, but I would think it so. J. How often are you going to get off your bike and touch your exhaust? :shock: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red J Posted August 14, 2004 Author Share Posted August 14, 2004 How often are you going to get off your bike and touch your exhaust? :shock: Depends on how good it looks. J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red J Posted August 14, 2004 Author Share Posted August 14, 2004 I have the ti can on mine. Looks good and haven't dented it yet. Some people will say that the titanium will have a higher pitch to it and the carbon will sound deeper. Either way, they work well and sound great. Akrapovic makes a high quality product any way you go.Decisions Decisions Really it boils down to how you want it to look Titanium is a bit more flashy Carbon is a bit more stealthy. Either way will stand out if you keep the yellow sticker on it, moreso with the carbon can. Got any photos of your bike with the Akra? J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 Don't worry I had my bird all of 30 minutes.. Jumped off the slap from the dealership and stopped to grab some dinner. Going 85 mph for 20 minutes tends to get the exhaust kinda warm.. I got got off the bike and mentioned to my friend (also just picked up his new bird) that I liked the dual exhaust look :roll: while doing this and nothing thinking I rested my finger tips on the can :shock: I instantly burned my finger tips, and lost feeling in them for about a week :oops: I would recommend using your tongue on the header after a good hard ride :twisted: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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