AKRAPOVIC Aprilia RSV4 Slip-on Exhaust Comparision Instruction Manual
- June 3, 2024
- akrapovic
Table of Contents
- AKRAPOVIC Aprilia RSV4 Slip-on Exhaust Comparision
- GENERAL INFORMATION
- COPYRIGHT AND OTHER RIGHTS NOTICE
- SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE WARNING, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
- NOISE AND EMISSION WARNINGS
- Tools & equipment
- PARTS LIST
- REMOVAL OF STOCK EXHAUST SYSTEM:
- FINAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE:
- TROUBLESHOOTING:
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
AKRAPOVIC Aprilia RSV4 Slip-on Exhaust Comparision
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, 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 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, are 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” IN 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 IS MISSING, PLEASE DO NOT PROCEED WITH UNINSTALLING YOUR STOCK EXHAUST SYSTEM/ INSTALLING THE AKRAPOVIČ EXHAUST SYSTEM AND CONTACT THE RETAILER WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE AKRAPOVIČ EXHAUST SYSTEM.
- 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 world-wide 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 those 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 to 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 by 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 to comply 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
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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. -
USE ANTI-SEIZING GREASE (white tube)
Prevents seizing, corrosion and excessive wear between the titanium components of your exhaust system.
WARNING: Avoid eye contact. Keep out of reach of children.
Tools & equipment
- T-handle 3 mm hexagon wrench
- T-handle 4 mm hexagon wrench
- T-handle 6 mm hexagon wrench
- Combination 13 mm wrench
- Spring puller
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
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” in 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 EVO LINK PIPE
-
For Aprilia RSV4 only: unscrew marked bolts on both sides of the motorcycle than carefully remove the belly pan of the motorcycle (F 01).
CAUTION: be careful not to injure yourself or damage any part of the motorcycle during this procedure! -
Unscrew marked bolt and unhook marked springs than carefully remove the muffler off the motorcycle (F 02).
IMPORTANT: be careful not to damage any part of the motorcycle during this procedure! -
Unhook marked springs and remove the Link pipe off the collector (F 03).
IMPORTANT: be careful not to damage any part of the motorcycle during this procedure!
INSTALLATION OF THE AKRAPOVIČ TRACK DAY LINK PIPE/COLLECTOR
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Slide the Track Day link pipe onto the collector’s outlet and attach the spring (F 04, 05).
IMPORTANT: make sure, that spring pull the Track Day link pipe all the way onto the collector – use rubber mallet if necessary to tap the connection into place!
INSTALLATION TIP: coat the interior side of the inlet bush of the titanium Track Day link pipe with Akrapovič ceramic anti-seizing grease (white tube). -
Position the muffler correctly, slide it onto the outlet of the link pipe, attach the springs and hand tighten the carbon-fiber clamp onto the muffler’s bracket, using bolt, nut and washer from EVO Akrapovič installation kit and stock Aluminium washer (F 06).
IMPORTANT: be careful not to damage the muffler or any other part of the motorcycle during this process!
INSTALLATION TIP: coat the interior side of the inlet bush of the muffler with Akrapovič ceramic anti-seizing grease (white tube). -
Align the muffler in respect to the motorcycle and tighten the muffler’s bracket bolt to the specified torque (F 07).
IMPORTANT: be careful not to damage any part of the motorcycle or exhaust system during this process!
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.
- Muffler – titanium outer sleeve: use a soft cloth sprayed with a multi-purpose spray lubricant (WD-40® or equivalent)*.
- Muffler – carbon-fiber outer sleeve: use a soft dry cloth sprayed with all purpose foam cleaner, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
- Muffler – carbon-fiber outlet cap: use a soft dry cloth sprayed with all purpose foam cleaner, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
- Painted mufflers and parts – use a soft cloth sprayed with all purpose foam cleaner, then wipe with a soft dry cloth.
- Chrome plated mufflers and parts: use a soft cloth sprayed with 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.
- 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 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 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 END-OF-LIFE AKRAPOVIČ PRODUCT IS DISASSEMBLED TO COMPONENTS SHOWN IN THE PRODUCT’S SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM AVAILABLE ON THE AKRAPOVIČ WEBSITE AND EACH COMPONENT 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 connections| connection is not
completely joined| tap the connection into place
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