Anyone with a 2013+ Kawi ZX6R - Need Advice

[newbiker]

Hi Barf,

Before the summer comes around, I'm looking to do a few upgrades to my new bought 2016 ZX6R.

I've done a few basic things. Looking to replace the ugly exhaust can, with Two Bros or M4. What SLIP ON do you have/recommend? Don't wanna do the whole exhaust, just the can.
Will that change the fuel map (lean/rich)? Will I need a tune? (don't want to if not needed). Should I get an aftermarket air filter also? (Bike has 3300 Miles)

ANY feedback will be appreciated.

Thanks!! :thumbup

 

[JHicks]

You can do a slip on by itself. Realize on the zx6r the short exhaust like m4 or two brothers don’t work with aftermarket rearsets by the way. Also check out Graves, Akrapovic, Hindle, Arrow

 

[CasualSteve]

My zx6r has the full M4 and fits aftermarket rearsets, is the slip on style that much different?

 

[JHicks]

My zx6r has the full M4 and fits aftermarket rearsets, is the slip on style that much different?

You have the high mount I’m guessing.

 

[CasualSteve]

OP - You will not need a tune by throwing a slip on exhaust on. I even ran the full M4 all AFM season without a tune. After tuning I gained an extra 5hp. As for air filters, I run a K&N but the stock air filters are good too and the stock ones probably do a better job at filtering.

 

[CasualSteve]

You have the high mount I’m guessing.

No, it's the short potato cannon style.

 

[newbiker]

You can do a slip on by itself. Realize on the zx6r the short exhaust like m4 or two brothers don’t work with aftermarket rearsets by the way. Also check out Graves, Akrapovic, Hindle, Arrow

I do intend to get aftermarket rear-sets down the road.

OP - You will not need a tune by throwing a slip on exhaust on. I even ran the full M4 all AFM season without a tune. After tuning I gained an extra 5hp. As for air filters, I run a K&N but the stock air filters are good too and the stock ones probably do a better job at filtering.

Since the bike has only 3300 miles, not in a rush to change the air filter, but will in the coming summer. Thinking of BM or K&N... I might get a remap or tune then (if affordable for me).

My main concern right now is with the exhaust I'm looking to buy. Definitely, don't wanna keep the OEM exhaust.

This is a used exhaust from a 2013 that I am considering buying, as long as it fits fine without needing a tune. AND I'm able to install aftermarket rearsets.

 

[CasualSteve]

Just do your research if you do purchase a short exhaust style. Like stated above you may run into clearance issues. My vortex rearsets are adjustable and do work with my M4 but I cannot put them on the lowest two settings.

I do intend to get aftermarket rear-sets down the road.



Since the bike has only 3300 miles, not in a rush to change the air filter, but will in the coming summer. Thinking of BM or K&N... I might get a remap or tune then (if affordable for me).

My main concern right now is with the exhaust I'm looking to buy. Definitely, don't wanna keep the OEM exhaust.

This is a used exhaust from a 2013 that I am considering buying, as long as it fits fine without needing a tune. AND I'm able to install aftermarket rearsets.

 

[newbiker]

Just do your research if you do purchase a short exhaust style. Like stated above you may run into clearance issues. My vortex rearsets are adjustable and do work with my M4 but I cannot put them on the lowest two settings.

Where in the east bay area you located? I was wondering if I could check out your bike :teeth

 

[CasualSteve]

Where in the east bay area you located? I was wondering if I could check out your bike :teeth

The bike and myself are living near Victorville until May. It will be at Thunder hill on 3/3/19 if you want to see in person. Photo attached for clearance reference (ignore the dirt, it's off season and I am working on the bike during the off season :banana )

 

[Kestrel]

You might not want to be careful changing that exhaust... CA recently passed a law that allows them to crack down more heavily on aftermarket non-approved exhausts. No more fix-it tickets... just a huge ass fine, and you'd better believe they will be enforcing it.

Do yourself a favor and don't be that guy running the loud ass aftermarket can. The public hates you, and you make the rest of us look bad. Nice and quiet (ie: stock can) means you can rail hard without attracting attention.

 

[larry kahn]

Just FYI..
https://bikersofamerica.blogspot.com/2012/01/new-california-motorcycle-exhaust-law.html

 

[fubar929]

Looking to replace the ugly exhaust can, with Two Bros or M4. What SLIP ON do you have/recommend? Don't wanna do the whole exhaust, just the can.
Will that change the fuel map (lean/rich)? Will I need a tune? (don't want to if not needed). Should I get an aftermarket air filter also? (Bike has 3300 Miles)

ANY feedback will be appreciated.

Personally, I'd recommend you take the cash you were going to spend on the exhaust and light it on fire. It's an expensive way to say warm, but at least you'll get some utility out of the money you're wasting...

Alternatively, invest your money in better tires, suspension setup, professional instruction (preferably at a racetrack), upgraded suspension components, and brakes in that order. All of those things are infinitely more useful than a slip-on exhaust.

 

[newbiker]

The bike and myself are living near Victorville until May. It will be at Thunder hill on 3/3/19 if you want to see in person. Photo attached for clearance reference (ignore the dirt, it's off season and I am working on the bike during the off season :banana )

Looks very close to your foot pegs.

I asked the seller to send some pix on the bike. These look close too, can something be done....like an extended bracket, etc?

 

[newbiker]

You might not want to be careful changing that exhaust... CA recently passed a law that allows them to crack down more heavily on aftermarket non-approved exhausts. No more fix-it tickets... just a huge ass fine, and you'd better believe they will be enforcing it.

Do yourself a favor and don't be that guy running the loud ass aftermarket can. The public hates you, and you make the rest of us look bad. Nice and quiet (ie: stock can) means you can rail hard without attracting attention.

I wonder how Harleys get away with that? :wow

 

[newbiker]

Personally, I'd recommend you take the cash you were going to spend on the exhaust and light it on fire. It's an expensive way to say warm, but at least you'll get some utility out of the money you're wasting...

Alternatively, invest your money in better tires, suspension setup, professional instruction (preferably at a racetrack), upgraded suspension components, and brakes in that order. All of those things are infinitely more useful than a slip-on exhaust.

I agree, slip on really have no meaningful use, other than a personal choice. They look better than the ugly stock ones, are lighter in weight, and sound better. I don't care for the "really loud" ones, but I think most people appreciate a deep note and some bit louder than stock. I know I hear them in traffic and move my car aside to give way, or not change lanes when a bike is around.

 

[EastBayDave]

Or just ride a bike built before 2013. I knew there was a reason I hung onto the almost 20-year-old ZRX. It also has a FULL exhaust that has a "DB-Killer" that's removable from the can...:thumbup

I'm not holding my breath to see how the new law affects the v-twin crowd. I doubt it will affect them at all. My neighbor continues to ride by daily w/the obnoxious exhaust piped into his stereo to give additional noise....:mad

 

[JHicks]

Personally, I'd recommend you take the cash you were going to spend on the exhaust and light it on fire. It's an expensive way to say warm, but at least you'll get some utility out of the money you're wasting...

Alternatively, invest your money in better tires, suspension setup, professional instruction (preferably at a racetrack), upgraded suspension components, and brakes in that order. All of those things are infinitely more useful than a slip-on exhaust.

What you just listed is thousands of dollars. If you can afford ALL OF THAT you can probably afford a $300 slip on that sounds and loooks cooler. JFC. And useful to what? That’s entirely relative. Also he has a zx6r it comes with awesome tires right out of the box. What are you even saying?

 

[Junkie]

What you just listed is thousands of dollars. If you can afford ALL OF THAT you can probably afford a $300 slip on that sounds and loooks cooler. JFC. And useful to what? That’s entirely relative. Also he has a zx6r it comes with awesome tires right out of the box. What are you even saying?

I guess if all you care about is looks and sound you're right, you should spend your money on looks and sound rather than making your bike more capable or learning to go faster.

 

[fubar929]

What you just listed is thousands of dollars. If you can afford ALL OF THAT you can probably afford a $300 slip on that sounds and loooks cooler. JFC. And useful to what? That’s entirely relative. Also he has a zx6r it comes with awesome tires right out of the box. What are you even saying?

Thousand of dollars? Hardly! You can get a great set of tires for $300. If you already have tires, pay a professional suspension shop $40-60 to do a basic suspension setup. When they find that the stock fork or shock springs are completely wrong for your weight, get those replaced (~$100/set + labor). Already have tires, a suspension setup, and the right springs? Go to a track day ($200-300) and pester the instructors to help you improve your riding technique.

Any of those things will actually improve the handling of your bike and your ability to ride it well for about the same price as a slip-on. Best of all, they won't annoy the crap out of everyone around you and they also won't attract unwanted attention from LEOs.