AKRAPOVIC Slip-On Line Exhaust System for Honda MSX 125 and GROM Installation Guide
- June 4, 2024
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Installation Guide
Installation instructions
Akrapovič Exhaust System
Slip-On Line for the
Honda MSX 125 Honda GROM
Slip-On Line Exhaust System for Honda MSX 125 and GROM
Congratulations on purchasing the Akrapovič exhaust system. The Akrapovič
exhaust system is a product of Akrapovič d.d., Malo Hudo 8a, 1295 Ivančna
Gorica, Slovenia (“Akrapovič”).
Please read this entire installation manual carefully prior to installing
and using the Akrapovič exhaust system.
Akrapovič exhaust system should only be installed by persons skilled in
motorcycle exhaust system installation and performance. The instructions
provided in this manual should be followed to ensure proper installation and
safe use of the Akrapovič exhaust system. Akrapovič and/or its partners shall
not be held liable for any damage or personal injury (including direct,
indirect, or consequential damage) sustained as a result of improper
installation of the Akrapovič exhaust system or its use and maintenance
contrary to the instructions and warnings contained herein.
If you have any questions regarding the installation and/or proper use of the
Akrapovič exhaust system or this manual, please contact your local Akrapovič
partner.
For more information on the Akrapovič exhaust systems, see the official
Akrapovič website at: http://www.akrapovic.com
GENERAL INFORMATION
Your safety is our number one priority. Please ride your motorcycle
responsibly, and safely, and always obey local traffic rules.
All statements made with regard to the exhaust system’s compliance are made in
respect of the exhaust system “as is”. Any modifications of the Akrapovič
exhaust system or its improper installation, use, or maintenance that is not
in accordance with this Installation manual, may result in severe damage to
the exhaust system and/ or engine, as well as personal injury, and may affect
the exhaust system’s compliance with the legal requirements, such as the
exhaust system’s air and/ or noise emissions (as an example, the motorcycle
may not be suitable for use on public roads any longer), as well as warranty
coverage.
The exhaust system may only be used in accordance with relevant laws and
regulations, including state and federal, where applicable.
Damage caused by improper installation, use, and maintenance of the Akrapovič
exhaust system is not covered by the Akrapovič warranty. Please refer to the
enclosed warranty with regard to the terms of our warranty.
Technical specifications of Akrapovič exhaust systems and related products are
subject to change without notice.
COPYRIGHT AND OTHER RIGHTS NOTICE
The Akrapovič trademark, including corporate logos and emblems, is subject to
copyright as well as trademark rights of Akrapovič, its licensors, or third
persons authorizing Akrapovič to use them.
Any reproduction, technical or other manipulation, translation, or other use
of the copyright and/or trademark rights contained herein is prohibited
without the explicit prior written consent of Akrapovič. The same especially
applies to the entire contents of this manual and/or any of its parts,
including but not limited to technical specifications, instructions, graphs,
photographs, and so on included in this manual.
The shape of the exhaust system is protected under a registered Community
Design No. RCD 002747246-001.
Akrapovič takes all copyright and other rights infringement cases under
serious consideration. If you have any reason to believe that your exhaust
system is not an original Akrapovič product, please contact our local
partners or Akrapovič at info@akrapovic.com.
SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE WARNING, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
BEFORE REMOVING THE STOCK EXHAUST SYSTEM AND BEGINNING THE INSTALLATION OF
YOUR NEW AKRAPOVIČ EXHAUST, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT ALL ITEMS LISTED BELOW ARE
VERIFIED:
- THIS MANUAL IS SPECIFIC TO THE MOTORCYCLE INDICATED ON THE COVER PAGE, FOR WHICH IT IS DESIGNED. INSTALLATION PROCEDURES VARY DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF MOTORCYCLE. PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE AKRAPOVIČ EXHAUST SYSTEM AND THIS INSTALLATION MANUAL CORRESPOND TO THE TYPE OF YOUR MOTORCYCLE.
- THE EXHAUST SYSTEM CAN GET EXTREMELY HOT DURING AND AFTER IT IS USED. MAKE SURE NOT TO TOUCH THE EXHAUST SYSTEM UNTIL IT IS COMPLETELY COOL. ALLOW THE EXHAUST AND ENGINE TO COOL DOWN BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION OR ANY OTHER WORK ON THE EXHAUST SYSTEM.
- MAKE SURE THE MOTORCYCLE IS SECURELY POSITIONED TO PREVENT TIPPING OVER AND DAMAGE TO YOURSELF AND OTHERS, OR THE MOTORCYCLE.
- PLEASE CHECK THE PARTS YOU RECEIVED AGAINST THE PARTS LIST AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE (PLEASE USE THE QR CODE ON THE FRONT PAGE OR LOOK FOR “SCHEMATIC VIEW” ON THE RESPECTIVE PRODUCT PAGE ON WWW.AKRAPOVIC.COM). MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE ALL THE PARTS NECESSARY FOR THE INSTALLATION OF YOUR NEW AKRAPOVIČ EXHAUST SYSTEM. IF ANY OF THE PARTS MISSING, PLEASE DO NOT PROCEED WITH UNINSTALLING YOUR STOCK EXHAUST SYSTEM/INSTALLING THE AKRAPOVIČ EXHAUST SYSTEM AND
- ALWAYS SECURE YOUR MOTORCYCLE’S GROUND CLEARANCE. FOR ADVANCED USERS, WE RECOMMEND YOU CHECK THE MOTORCYCLE SPRING PRELOAD SETTINGS TO OPTIMIZE GROUND CLEARANCE WHERE POSSIBLE.
- EVERY EXHAUST SYSTEM MUFFLER HAS ITS UNIQUE SERIAL NUMBER, WHICH IDENTIFIES THE AUTHENTICITY OF THE PRODUCT. YOU CAN FIND THE SERIAL NUMBER ON THE MUFFLER’S INLET PIPE. PLEASE REFER TO THE PICTURE BELOW. PLEASE VERIFY THAT YOUR EXHAUST SYSTEM IS AN ORIGINAL AKRAPOVIČ PRODUCT. IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS, PLEASE CONTACT THE RESELLER WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE EXHAUST SYSTEM OR AKRAPOVIČ PARTNERS. THIS MANUAL, ANY CERTIFICATES, AND AKRAPOVIČ WARRANTY APPLY TO ORIGINAL PRODUCTS ONLY.
NOISE AND EMISSION WARNINGS
General warning
Because of the worldwide distribution of Akrapovič d.d. products, neither
Akrapovič d.d. nor any of its subsidiaries make any representation that the
products comply with the air and/or noise emissions laws, or labeling laws, of
any jurisdiction. The purchasers are entirely responsible for informing
themselves of the applicable laws where the products are to be used and to
comply with that law.
Although legal compliance of Akrapovič products in a specific country should
be determined by the user, you can find some basic guidance on compliance of
your Akrapovič exhaust system with various legal requirements on the product-
related part of our website (please use the QR code on the front page or look
for the respective product page on
www.akrapovic.com)). For EC and ECE type
approvals, please refer to the certificate enclosed for your product.
USA WARNING
Various U.S. states and the U.S. federal government have individual laws
regulating the use of aftermarket exhaust parts and systems, especially as
those parts and systems modify, remove, or replace original equipment
catalysts.
Please consult the appropriate laws in your area before installing any
aftermarket part or system on your vehicle to ensure compliance with all
applicable laws. Neither Akrapovic d.d. nor any of their subsidiaries or the
sellers of the parts or systems make any representation that any of their
parts or systems comply with any such laws.
CALIFORNIA WARNING
California laws prohibit the use of any aftermarket exhaust part or system
that modifies, removes, or replaces original equipment catalysts unless the
California Air Resources Board has issued an Executive Order regarding such
part or system or unless the part or system is exempted from being used only
on racing vehicles on closed courses. Neither Akrapovic d.d. nor any of their
subsidiaries make any representation that any of their parts or systems has
received such an Executive Order or that any of their parts or systems conform
with the racing vehicles exemption. The purchasers are entirely responsible
for informing themselves of applicable California laws and complying with
those laws.
GENERAL NOTE
Photographs and other illustrations in this manual are symbolic and are
intended to help represent individual steps for proper installation and use,
as well as for a general overview. The actual component parts of the Akrapovič
exhaust system may not entirely correspond to the photographs and other
illustrations.
SYMBOLS
The following symbols are used throughout these installation instructions:
TOOLS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
LUBRICATION
INSTALLATION TIP
TIGHTENING TORQUE
HAND TIGHTEN
CAUTION OR IMPORTANT
USE BOLT SEALANT
Apply 3 to 4 small drops of bolt sealant onto the cleaned and degreased
threads before tightening the bolts.
WARNING! Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Do not inhale
fumes. Keep out of reach of children.
USE ANTI-SEIZE LEAD-FREE COPPER PASTE (black tube)
Provides trouble-free and long-lasting protection against seizing, corrosion,
and rusting of bolts, threaded ends, nuts, joints, etc. Also protects against
vibration, wear and impact.
WARNING! Avoid eye contact. Keep out of reach of children.
Tools & equipment
- Mechanic gloves
- T-handle 12 mm wrench
- T-handle Torx 40 wrench
- T-handle Torx 45 wrench
- Combination 12 mm wrench
- Combination 13 mm wrench
PARTS LIST
The following parts should be found in the box:
- Installation Manual
- Homologation certificate/ compliance documents if applicable
- Warranty
- Fitting material
- Muffler and pipes
A detailed list of parts can be found on the Akrapovič website (please use the
QR code on the front page or look for “Schematic view” on the respective
product page on www.akrapovic.com).
REMOVAL OF STOCK EXHAUST SYSTEM:
The process of uninstalling the original exhaust system may vary depending on
the existing exhaust system.
Please follow the original exhaust system manufacturer’s instructions for
uninstalling the original exhaust system.
If you for any reason decide otherwise, please note that any information
provided in this respect herein should be considered as general information
provided for your convenience only. Akrapovič shall not assume any liability
or responsibility with regard to uninstalling your existing exhaust system,
warranty coverage of such exhaust system or vehicle, or their further fitness
for use.
In case your Akrapovič exhaust system may not be used on certain roads or
under certain conditions, please keep the stock or other exhaust system that
you can use in such circumstances legally.
REMOVAL OF STOCK EXHAUST SYSTEM:
- Put the motorcycle on a side stand, we recommend a central racing stand. Make sure, that surface is solid and flat.
- Loosen the marked clamp, unscrew the muffler’s bracket bolt and carefully remove the muffler off the motorcycle (F 01).
CAUTION: be careful not to injure yourself or damage any part of the motorcycle during this procedure!
INSTALLATION OF AKRAPOVIČ EXHAUST SYSTEM:
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Assemble the graphite gasket and clamp from the Akrapovič installation kit onto the muffler’s inlet pipe, as shown (F 02).
IMPORTANT: hand tightens the clamp only; do not fully tighten it yet!
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Position the muffler correctly, slide it onto the header and hand tighten it using bolt washers and nuts from the Akrapovic installation kit (F 03).
IMPORTANT: be careful not to damage any part of the motorcycle during this process!
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Align the muffler with respect to the motorcycle and tighten the clamp and bracket bolt to the specified torque (F 04, 05).
IMPORTANT: be careful not to damage any part of the motorcycle during this process!
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FINAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE:
Clean grease spots off all exhaust system surfaces when installation is
finished. Cleaning will prevent spots from burning onto the surface. Do not
use aggressive chemical cleaners, because they can damage the surface or
sticker.
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Muffler – titanium outer sleeve: use a soft cloth sprayed with a multi-purpose spray lubricant (WD-40® or equivalent)*.
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Muffler – carbon-fiber outer sleeve: use a soft dry cloth sprayed with an all-purpose foam cleaner, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
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Muffler – carbon-fiber outlet cap: use a soft dry cloth sprayed with all-purpose foam cleaner, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
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Painted mufflers and parts – use a soft cloth sprayed with an all-purpose foam cleaner, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
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Chrome plated mufflers and parts: use a soft cloth sprayed with an all-purpose foam cleaner, then wipe with a
soft dry cloth. -
Stainless steel pipes: use a soft cloth sprayed with a contact cleaner, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
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Titanium pipes: use a soft cloth sprayed with a multi-purpose spray lubricant (WD-40® or equivalent).WD-40 ® is a trademark of the WD-40 Company.
Periodically make sure all the bolts and springs are sufficiently tight.
IMPORTANT: make sure all the bolts are sufficiently tightened. In case the
exhaust system touches the cowling or other parts repeat the adjustment of the
exhaust system or contact your authorized dealer!
CAUTION: After running the engine for 30 minutes, retighten the bolts of
the Akrapovič carbon-fiber heat shield!
INSTALLATION TIP: IT IS NORMAL IF WHITE SMOKE COMES OUT OF THE MUFFLER
DURING
THE FIRST 100 KM AFTER REPLACEMENT.
INSTALLATION TIP: A CHANGE IN THE COLOR OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS NORMAL DUE
TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES.
CAUTION: DO NOT STAND BEHIND THE MUFFLER AT ANY TIME.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE AUTOMOTIVE WHEEL CLEANERS OR ANY CLEANING PRODUCTS
WHICH CONTAIN ACIDIC ADDITIVES TO CLEAN AKRAPOVIČ EXHAUST SYSTEMS.
IMPORTANT: WE RECOMMEND HIGH CAUTION WHEN USING A POWER / PRESSURE WASHER
FOR CLEANING PAINTED / LACQUERED SURFACES OF THE AKRAPOVIČ COMPONENTS, TO
AVOID PAINT / LACQUER DAMAGE.
IMPORTANT: ALL AKRAPOVIČ PRODUCTS ARE DEVELOPED AND DESIGNED TO BE USED ON
SPECIFIC VEHICLES, FOR THEIR ENTIRE EXPECTED LIFETIME. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT
THE END-OF-LIFE AKRAPOVIČ PRODUCT IS DISASSEMBLED TO COMPONENTS SHOWN IN THE
PRODUCT’S SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM AVAILABLE ON THE AKRAPOVIČ WEBSITE AND THAT EACH
COMPONENT IS SCRAPPED RESPONSIBLY AND ACCORDING TO APPLICABLE LOCAL LAWS AND
REGULATIONS. AKRAPOVIČ DOES NOT ASSUME ANY OBLIGATION OR RESPONSIBILITY WITH
RESPECT TO THE SCRAPPING PROCESS OR PROVIDING INFORMATION RELATED THERETO.
TROUBLESHOOTING:
| Problem | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Exhaust gas leaks out of the muffler/pipe clamp connections | loosened clamp |
tighten the clamp to the specified torque
connection is not completely joined| tap the connection into place and tighten
the clamp to specified torque
References
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