F650 Exhaust Assembly FAQs Index

Q: How can I make my bike quit backfiring, particularly on trailing throttle?
A: There are a couple of approaches in the Backfiring FAQ.
Q: OK, so it's backfiring & farting because of my Exhaust Gaskets. How do I replace them?
A: See the Exhaust Gasket Replacement FAQ.
Q: What Aftermarket Exhausts are Available for the Classic F?
A: See the Exhaust FAQ, Aftermarket Pipes.
Q: My Expensive Aftermarket Exhaust Cracked. Is this Common?
A: See the Exhaust FAQ, Cracked Welds.
Q: My Heatshield stuck to the inside of the Plastic Side Cover Fell off. Where do I stick it back and how?
A: See the Exhaust FAQ, Heatshield Section.
Q: This bike gets the Exhaust HOT. Any ways to make the Exhaust Cooler?
A: See the Exhaust FAQ, Other ways of getting rid of the Heat.
Q: My Shiny Exhaust (s) are becoming Discoloured
A: See the Exhaust FAQ, Coloured Exhausts.
Q: Is there any way to remove the "Stuffing" out of the Stock Exhaust and make it a more open Pipe?
A: See the Cat Converter FAQ.
Q: What about that little Cylinder in the Airbox, with the line that goes/used to go to the Exhaust Header What's that?
A: See the Exhaust FAQ, What about that little Cylinder in the Airbox.
Q: What is that little Bolt on the Muffler for?
A: See the Exhaust FAQ

Q: What about aftermarket Exhausts or OEM Exhaust Modifications for the GS/Dakar?
A: Have a look at the GS Exhaust Modifications FAQ.
Q: I'm adding an Aftermarket Exhaust to my GS/Dakar. How do I keep my OEM Exhaust in tip-top condition for replacement/warranty purposes?
A: Have a look at the GS Exhaust Modifications FAQ.
Q: The Connection between the Two Parts of the Exhaust above the Rear Wheel Seems Loose/Leaks.
A: Have a look at the GS Exhaust Modifications FAQ.
Q: Do you have any tips on cleaning the exhaust?
A: Check the Cleaning FAQ
Q: A nylon strap from one of my bags has melted onto the exhaust. How do I remove the mess?
A: Check the Cleaning FAQ