Bolt-on vs. Slip-on's

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Bolt-on vs. Slip-on's

#1 Unread post by calif562 »

What's the difference between bolt-on's and slip-on's? Are they the same thing? I'm thinking of replacing my exhaust.

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Slip-ons are normally just the rear section after the collectors or head pipes. Bolt-ons are a complete system from the heads on.
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I'm little bit confused. The head pipe is just a hollow tube. What's the difference between replacing the slip-on and replacing the entire exhaust system?

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#4 Unread post by Psyco Diver 69 »

thats a big differnce. With new full exhuast the head pipe is usually larger and where the pipes merge are in different spots too because that can effect performance too.
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#6 Unread post by keysman »

An aftermarket header might also have a different exterior coating that might be more resistant to blueing.
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#7 Unread post by FIREBIRD »

i to, trying to decide slip on, or new pipes, im leaning toward a slip on, called holeshot, should give me about 8 more horse power,ive installed a power commander usb, to richen, or lean the bike out. :mrgreen:

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whats wrong with heat bluing on pipes. I always thought it looked cool.

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#9 Unread post by Mac »

I put a Scorpion (carbon fiber) slip on my R6 and it works great, and gave me just enough noise to get noticed in traffic. Check them out the web site even has a thing where you can listen to your bike with the pipes on.
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