Akrapovič’s latest addition to its range of exhausts for BMW Motorrad motorcycles is a completely new system for the all-new BMW R 1300 GS.
This new Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust has been developed exclusively for the BMW R 1300 GS and encompasses the extensive understanding that Akrapovič has acquired from years of experience working with the BMW GS range and its boxer engines. This knowledge dates back to the first exhaust system that was developed for the 1999 BMW R 1150 GS, and it has been built upon through the subsequent editions of this iconic BMW series since then.
The double-flow muffler is constructed from lightweight titanium with a handmade carbon-fibre end cap, resulting in a weight saving of 9.3% over the standard stock version. It has been created for improved performance and enhanced sound silencing, which mitigates the impact on the environment while delivering a deep, full sound. An all-new special profiled surface on the muffler adds strength and durability, and an engraved Akrapovič logo creates a quality finish that is pleasing on the eye. This Akrapovič exhaust system will also be available in a black version as an alternative to the titanium finish, giving customers a choice for their motorcycle.
Performance is an important attribute of the Slip-On Line (Titanium), with power and torque increases of 1.4 kW (1.9 hp) at 7,600 rpm and 4.5 Nm at 2,300 rpm, respectively. These figures were obtained in back-to-back runs on the Akrapovič dyno against a BMW R 1300 GS using a standard stock exhaust. With EC/ECE type approval, the exhaust is a simple plug-and-play installation with no remapping required. Once installed, the system is fully compatible with BMW Motorrad’s side cases.
To complement the launch of this new exhaust system, Akrapovič has released a video of the Slip-On Line (Titanium) Exhaust for the BMW R 1300 GS that can be viewed below:
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Akrapovič and Ducati already enjoy a successful relationship in the commercial and racing worlds. Now this alliance is expanding to off-road racing with the announcement that the Slovenian company will supply the official exhaust of the Ducati Corse Off-Road team.
Akrapovič has a strong bond with Ducati Corse, and this partnership witnessed Ducati riders Francesco Bagnaia (MotoGP™), Álvaro Bautista (WorldSBK), and Nicolò Bulega (WorldSSP) win 2023 world championship titles while using Akrapovič exhausts. As part of preparations to defend those titles this season, the official presentation of the 2024 Ducati Lenovo Team and the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team was held at the Campioni in Pista 2024 event in Madonna di Campiglio, Italy. It was during this prestigious launch that the Ducati Corse Off-Road team also unveiled its plans for the forthcoming season, including that the team will be using Akrapovič exhaust systems.
The Ducati Corse Off-Road programme has been working intensively on the 450 prototype, with nine-time MX World Champion Antonio Cairoli recently joining the team as a high-performance test rider to apply his talent, speed, and experience to provide important feedback and direction for the development of the new motorcycle. The bike will be equipped with an all-new Akrapovič exhaust and will make its debut in the 2024 Italian Motocross Championship. Alessandro Lupino, eight-time Italian Champion and 2021 MXoN winner, will be onboard to validate the technical solutions and development of the bike within the demands of a racing environment.
The new off-road division of Ducati Corse will deal with the management and organization of the Bologna-based manufacturer’s sporting programme, which will see participation in the MXGP World Championship and the AMA Supercross Championship in the next few years. With an emphasis on high-performance, lightness, and components that can be pushed to the extreme, with an engine supplying a broad power delivery curve, the Ducati Desmo450 MX prototype will use an Akrapovič exhaust system specially designed for the bike that fits these criteria. The use of lightweight titanium and a durable design will ensure the system meets the harsh demands of off-road racing. This bespoke exhaust has been developed with close cooperation between Ducati Corse and Akrapovič engineers to optimize the character of the Ducati’s unique powerplant, while at the same time ensuring the exhaust is compliant with FIM noise regulations.
Akrapovič has taken its wealth of knowledge and experience from racing since its inception in 1991 – which has seen the company celebrate 175 world champions in road and off-road racing – into this programme, and it has utilized its extensive know-how and state-of-the-art technology to produce a high-performance exhaust system for the Ducati Desmo450 MX prototype.
Paolo Ciabatti, General Manager, Ducati Corse Off-Road:
“We are very pleased to have extended Ducati Corse’s long-lasting and successful relationship with Akrapovič also to our exciting new off-road program. Their experience in the development of high-performance titanium exhaust systems has been very beneficial for us, also considering the demanding future FIM noise regulations, in place from 2025 onwards. Therefore we want to thank Akrapovič for their continued support to our racing activities, and we will work hard to bring to success also Ducati Corse Off-Road on the motocross tracks.”
Slavko Alojz Trstenjak, Head of Akrapovič Racing R&D:
“After several years of successful collaboration with Ducati Corse, we’re pleased to also be their number-one choice as a development partner and exhaust system supplier for Ducati’s entry into the motocross programme. In developing the exhaust system’s configuration, which satisfied their demanding racers used to high standards, the Akrapovič Racing R&D department also joined forces with our production exhaust systems R&D. We’ll be following the new team’s performance with great interest, along with the development of their racing bike, for which I’m sure we’ll upgrade the exhaust system even further. Everyone at Akrapovič wishes Ducati a successful start in motocross.”
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The partnership between Triumph and Akrapovič will be further strengthened in 2024, with the Slovenian exhaust manufacturer supplying Triumph Racing’s global off-road racing program with its exhaust systems.
Using innovative design and construction techniques, the Akrapovič exhausts that will be used by Triumph Racing’s teams are constructed from lightweight, high-grade titanium alloys and will ensure optimum performance and reliability with the lowest possible weight. Complying with FIM and AMA sound limits, the Akrapovič muffler is finished with a profiled surface for additional strength and durability while producing a distinctive exhaust note. With all of Triumph Racing’s off-road athletes focused on a successful year of racing in 2024, Triumph Racing’s FIM MX2 Motocross World Championship and AMA SuperMotocross racers will benefit from performance-enhancing Akrapovič exhaust systems throughout the year.
The continued and expanded technical partnership – in addition to the strong commercial collaboration the companies share – also allows Akrapovič to work closely alongside Triumph Racing and its technicians to test, develop, and ultimately manufacture exhaust systems for owners of the new Triumph TF 250-X motocross bike.
In off-road motorcycle racing alone, Akrapovič has claimed more than one hundred world championship titles across all disciplines since the year 2000. Most recently, highlighting the performance and durability of the brand’s exhaust systems in motocross, the machines ridden to victory in the 2023 MXGP and MX2 Motocross World Championships were equipped with Akrapovič exhaust systems.
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Akrapovič has revealed plans for new long-term collaboration with Triumph Motorcycles that will see the two companies working in partnership on a number of new exhaust systems for the adventure and roadster sectors and some other special projects.
Akrapovič produces state-of-the-art exhaust systems that feature race-proven materials, increased performance, low weight, innovative design, durability, and a unique sound, and it is all these attributes that will be translated to its range of exhausts for Triumph motorcycles.
The collaboration began in the paddock, in which the two companies already share some success through Akrapovič-supported teams in the Moto2™ championship, where all the machines are using Triumph 765 engines, with the world champions from 2021 and 2022 both equipped with exhausts from the Slovenian company.
Akrapovič is honoured by this new venture working alongside such an iconic brand as Triumph, a company that shares its own ethos for delivering high performance, premium quality, unmistakable sounds, and innovative designs, alongside a racing DNA.
Nick Bloor, Triumph Motorcycles CEO:
“This collaboration is about offering our customers even more choice by extending our range of genuine Triumph accessories. Working with Akrapovič to develop new exhaust systems for our upcoming models, we can give riders the opportunity to enhance the response and feel of their new Triumph motorcycle, knowing that the two have been developed side by side.”
Davorin Dobočnik, Akrapovič CEO:
“As a company, we are delighted to be entering into this new collaboration with Triumph. We are honoured to co-operate with such an iconic brand with a huge heritage. As companies we share similar values, and our engineers are already working alongside those from Triumph to develop exhaust systems for Triumph models across many genres of motorcycles, including versions that will surprise many. This is an exciting and important collaboration for Akrapovič, and it is one that we are all eager to be involved with to see what we can achieve as this collaboration grows and strengthens.”
Akrapovič has added two more aftermarket exhausts to its Honda collection with the launch of a Slip-On Line (Titanium) for the Honda XL750 Transalp and a Slip-On Line (Carbon) for the Honda CB750 Hornet.
Both exhausts have been created using race-proven materials, with the Slip-On Line (Titanium) for the Honda XL750 Transalp featuring a black-coated outer sleeve on the muffler, a newly designed end cap, and a bracket, all made from lightweight titanium. These are accompanied by a stainless-steel link pipe and muffler inner structure. The Slip-On Line (Carbon) for the Honda CB750 Hornet is built with a hand-crafted carbon-fibre muffler outer sleeve and a stainless-steel inner structure and link pipe, all leading to a titanium end cap with a new design featuring imprints for a sporty look.
During the development process for the Slip-On Line (Titanium), the Akrapovič engineers focused intensely on throttle response and rideability. This has led to performance gains in the mid and high rev ranges, with an increase in power of 0.7 kW (0.9 hp) and a torque enhancement of 1.3 Nm – both at 5,700 rpm – when compared to a standard stock system and tested on the Akrapovič in-house dyno.
Honda XL750 Transalp
The Slip-On Line (Carbon) also focuses on power and torque gains, especially in the mid- and high-range revs. Increases of 0.5 kW (0.7 hp) at 5,250 rpm and 0.6 Nm at 5,300 rpm have been recorded when compared to a Honda CB750 Hornet equipped with a standard stock system and tested on the Akrapovič in-house dyno.
The use of lightweight materials reduces the weight of the Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust by 39.8% (1.6 kg) and of the Slip-On Line (Carbon) system by 45.6% (1.8 kg) in comparison to the standard exhausts.
These EC/ECE type-approved Euro 5 systems need no remapping. They are just a plug-and-play installation and, once on the bike – and with the throttle open – they deliver up a deep, sporty, and vivid Akrapovič sound. They are also fully compatible with the original Honda soft panniers.
This pair of new exhausts is available now. They will not only add a touch of personalization to their machines, but also reduce weight and deliver a distinctive Akrapovič sound.
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Akrapovič has unveiled its new Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust for the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE with a dynamic design that has been specially crafted for Suzuki’s latest adventure motorcycle.
Constructed using race-proven materials, including high-grade titanium for the muffler outer sleeve, a stainless-steel link pipe and muffler inner structure, and a carbon-fibre end cap and heatshield, the exhaust is then finished with special imprints to provide an impressive visual statement. The new carbon-fibre heatshield – which is included in the package – has been designed from scratch to complement the exhaust, and its shape totally covers the link pipe to help protect the passenger gear from heat, making it both practical and stylish.
The focus of the Akrapovič engineers while developing this exhaust was also on the throttle response and rideability of the V-Strom 800DE, with noticeable power gains in the mid and high rpm range. When tested on the Akrapovič in-house dyno, the Slip-On Line (Titanium) produced a power increase of 1.1 kW (1.5 hp) at 6,000 rpm and a torque gain of 1.3 Nm at 6,100 rpm, when compared with a Suzuki V-Strom 800DE equipped with the standard stock system.
Weight has also been reduced through the use of lightweight materials, with the EC/ECE type-approved Slip-On Line (Titanium) delivering a reduction of 23.6% (1.2 kg) over the standard stock V-Strom 800DE exhaust. The dynamic design, lighter weight, and performance increases are complemented by a deep, vivid, and sporty Akrapovič sound, totally befitting the twin cylinder engine.
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Akrapovič is pleased to announce that it has expanded its cooperation with GASGAS Factory Racing for the forthcoming FIM X-Trial World Championship and FIM TrialGP World Championship this season.
The partnership is the culmination of months of close work between Akrapovič engineers in Slovenia and GASGAS technicians, team riders Jaime Busto and Sondre Haga, and GASGAS Factory Racing team manager Albert Cabestany to produce a thick titanium header that delivers impressive performance gains allied to a 40% weight saving in comparison to the previous version. This new trial header will now feature on Busto and Haga’s GASGAS TXT GP 300 machines in this season’s world championships, with the opening round of the FIM X-Trial World Championship taking place this coming weekend in Spain.
This exciting collaboration will see Akrapovič further extend its involvement in some of the world’s most demanding disciplines in two-wheel motorsport, with GASGAS Factory Racing already using Akrapovič exhaust technology in the FIM Motocross World Championship, FIM SuperEnduro, FIM Hard Enduro, FIM EnduroGP World Championships, and FIM World Rally-Raid Championship. Now in the FIM X-Trial World Championship and FIM TrialGP World Championship, this official partnership between the two is a perfect platform for the Slovenian company to showcase its state-of-the-art products, with durability and performance for the highest and harshest forms of off-road motorsport.
Albert Cabestany, GASGAS Factory Racing Trial Team Manager:
“Everyone in the team is thrilled to have Akrapovič as an official partner for 2023. Akrapovič is known all over the world for the quality and high performance of its products, but to have them enter trial for the first time with GASGAS is super exciting for us. Like all motorsports, any opportunity to make improvements, to save weight, is so, so important. Both Jaime and Sondre have spent many weeks riding with and testing our new exhausts and they’re really happy. They can’t wait to use them in competition for the first time this weekend.”
Robert Jonas, Head of GASGAS Motorsports, Offroad:
“Expanding our long-term partnership with Akrapovič into trial is a logical and exciting next step to take together, one that we’re sure will give our riders the very best performance and technical support, ensuring they make a real impact in both the X-Trial and TrialGP World Championships this season. GASGAS Factory Racing has already enjoyed success together with Akrapovič in rally, enduro, and motocross, and everyone is excited to get the 2023 trial season underway this weekend.”
Slavko Alojz Trstenjak, Head of Akrapovič Racing R&D:
“We’ve been working successfully with GASGAS Factory Racing in various motor sport series for several years now, and so we’re very pleased to expand this partnership to the Trial World Championship. We’re confident that through our close cooperation with the GASGAS engineers we can contribute to an even lighter racing bike that will allow riders to overcome the demanding obstacles with even greater confidence – and offering us a great deal of fun on the way. We’re looking forward to GASGAS Factory Racing’s battles for this year’s podiums, and we wish its racers an excellent start to the season in Barcelona.”
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Akrapovič has increased its product range by offering titanium protection bars for the first time to the market with this new range aimed at providing an extra line of defence to the BMW R 1250 GS.
Using its extensive knowledge and expertise from decades of experience in the field of lightweight titanium technology, Akrapovič has created upper and lower protection bar sets – exclusively designed from scratch – for the BMW R 1250 GS. They are constructed from sandblasted titanium tubes, which have the same mechanical properties as steel bars, but are approximately 40% lighter than stainless steel. They offer high strength, and they are lightweight and corrosion resistant at the same time. These bars are precision TIG welded, equipped with laser-cut and finely machined 8 mm flanges to provide a perfect fit and strength. The highly stable construction is partly fixed to the chassis to distribute any impact through the bars.
Designed to integrate with the bike’s existing components, Akrapovič has conducted numerous tests and deformation analyses to obtain the optimum protection from this product. Constructed to exacting specifications with the Akrapovič attention to detail, these upper and lower bar sets have no restriction on the lean angle and meet ABE type approval. All four parts weigh just 6.26 kg, making them one of the lightest protection bar sets on the market for the BMW R 1250 GS.
The bars are finished with an engraved Akrapovič logo, with the word Titanium prominently displayed to emphasize the use of this material in their construction. The Upper Protection Bar Set (Titanium) and Lower Protection Bar Set (Titanium) can be bought together or separately. They are compatible with the 2019-2022 BMW R 1250 GS, with only the lower bar set available for the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure. The bars have been designed to give customers not only a high standard of protection for their cherished motorcycles, but also to offer the possibility of attaching extra bags and fog lights or spotlights from other manufacturers to the bar.
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Akrapovič has released the latest creations for its ever-expanding collection of products for the Yamaha range of motorcycles with the launch of the Racing Line (Titanium) for the 2022 Yamaha TMAX and the Slip-On Line (Titanium) for the 2022 Yamaha MT-10.
Featuring the most up-to-date designs and state-of-the-art production techniques, these two exhausts both feature high-grade lightweight titanium in their construction and have been specially devised to blend seamlessly within the lines of their respective intended mounts.
This latest version of the EC/ECE type-approved Racing Line (Titanium) exhaust system for the 2022 Yamaha TMAX has a high-grade titanium muffler outer sleeve, which is sandblasted for a perfect finish to provide an enhanced appearance. It is complemented by a stainless-steel link pipe and headers, and finished with a handmade carbon-fibre end cap, which in itself is a distinctive design with the Akrapovič logo embossed on it. Supplied with a carbon-fibre heat shield and a catalytic converter, the system meets the latest Euro 5 approval.
The use of lightweight materials creates a weight savings of 1.9 kg (21.9%) over the standard stock system. With an optimal throttle response, the deep and vivid Akrapovič sound of the simple plug-and-play installation – which requires no remapping – makes this a very engaging and rewarding addition to the 2022 Yamaha TMAX.
Adding to the collection is the EC/ECE type-approved Slip-On Line (Titanium) system for the 2022 Yamaha MT-10. Designed for a striking resemblance to the Akrapovič exhaust for the Yamaha R1 Superbike, this system also uses lightweight titanium for the muffler outer sleeve, link pipe, and end cap, with the outer sleeve having a sandblasted finish for increased visual appeal.
Included in the package is a forged carbon-fibre heat shield, which is Akrapovič’s first use of this technology in the motorcycle sector. This new component offers a fresh dimension to the Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust system, providing a distinctive and integrated look to the system and the bike.
With a full and vivid Akrapovič sound, the Slip-On Line (Titanium) offers ideal throttle response from its simple plug-and-play installation, which requires no remapping.
Suzuki has launched a new Performance accessory pack for its Hayabusa hypersport machine, which comes with an RRP of £2,599, representing a saving of £1,112 over the cost of the individual items.
The standout accessory in the kit is a pair of titanium Akrapovič silencers, which save a total of 4kg and boost power by 2kW, as well as enhancing the soundtrack. Capped with a carbon fibre tip and featuring a carbon fibre heat shield, the silencers are finished with a classy, laser-etched Akrapovič and Hayabusa logos.
Billet aluminium brake and clutch levers replace the original items, with extra style coming from a colour-coded pillion seat cowl, an accessory seat with Hayabusa logo and red stitching, plus a tank pad also adorned with a Hayabusa logo in a choice of gold or red, to suit the bike’s colour.
The Performance accessory pack can be fitted at the time of purchase, meaning it can also be incorporated into any finance deal, spreading the cost monthly, and benefits from the same three-year-warranty.
With an RRP of £16,499, the third generation Hayabusa uses a heavily redesigned engine – including new pistons, conrods, crankshaft, and camshaft – specifically aimed at producing enhanced performance in the lower to mid rev ranges, making it the fastest-launching Hayabusa yet with more cumulative torque than its predecessor.
It gets Suzuki’s most advanced suite of electronics ever, with 10 lean angle-sensitive traction control modes, lean angle-sensitive ABS, three power modes, a bi-directional quickshifter, cruise control and a speed limiter, and three stages of launch control, all controlled via easy-to-use switchgear and managed through a neat colour TFT display, nestled between two analogue dials reminiscent of the original Hayabusa’s clocks.
Design cues from the original also extend to the bodywork, which is sharper and more angular but nonetheless immediately recognisable as Hayabusa.
Akrapovič has launched an all-new exhaust for the 2021 Yamaha R7 with the introduction of the Racing Line (Titanium) into the Slovenian company’s product range.
Constructed with a high-grade, lightweight titanium outer sleeve and end-cap for the muffler, allied to a stainless-steel link pipe and headers, this latest product from Akrapovič weighs in at 0.7 kg lighter than the standard stock exhaust. The innovative design is an EC/ECE type-approved complete exhaust system, with a catalytic converter included in the package, allowing the system to comply with the current Euro 5 approvals. This type-approved version adds an increase in performance of 1.5 kW (2.0 hp) at 9,200 rpm, and there is an added +1.1 Nm at 5,000 rpm when tested on the Akrapovič dyno against a standard stock exhaust. A distinctive deep and vivid Akrapovič sound rounds out the package, perfectly tuned to match the bike’s sporting credentials.
Shadowing the look of the Yamaha R6 and R1 Akrapovič exhaust systems, with the same muffler shape but a smaller volume, the Racing Line (Titanium) has been designed to perfectly harmonize with the bike’s lines. The pre-muffler is located under the main body of the bike and is hidden by the fairing, leaving the muffler to exit on the right side of the machine, where an exquisite hand-crafted carbon-fibre heatshield adds to the aesthetic value of the exhaust.
The launch of the Racing Line (Titanium) comes hot on the heels of Toprak Razgatlioğlu of the Pata Yamaha with Brixx WorldSBK team winning the 2021 WorldSBK championship on an Akrapovič-equipped Yamaha R1. This new system for the R7 shares a similar design to the version on the WorldSBK–winning machine, and there is also an option to give the bike even more of a racing look with the addition of a muffler bracket in black-coated aluminium for the version of the R7 without the passenger foot-pegs.
Akrapovič presents a new exhaust system as part of its industrial partnership with MV Agusta with the release of the Slip-On Line (Titanium) for the 2021 MV Agusta F3 RR.
The RR is at the pinnacle of MV Agusta’s F3 range, a motorcycle that offers class-leading performance, state-of-the-art aerodynamics, and a superb chassis, making it a unique exponent of the Supersport segment. It is conceived as a technological evolution, making it an extremely complete and performing bike. However, because even the best can be improved, this is where Akrapovič comes in. Many accessories are being offered for the bike, including the Akrapovič Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust, a road-approved system that offers a power and torque increase of 2.5 kW (3.4 hp) at 13,000 rpm and 2.5 Nm at 11,900 rpm, plus weights savings of 49.5% when compared to the standard stock exhaust. The optional available Racing Kit, aimed at riders using the F3 RR only on racetracks, contains a non–EC/ECE type-approved version* of the exhaust and a dedicated MV Agusta Racing electronic control unit, boosting the power to 114 kW (155 hp) and reducing the dry weight from 173 kg to 165 kg.
This exhaust, developed by Akrapovič and MV Agusta engineers, is entirely constructed from high-grade, lightweight titanium and finished with a beautiful hand-crafted carbon-fibre end cap. It also features a hand-crafted carbon-fibre heat shield, available in matte or high gloss, depending on the customer’s wishes, making it an exhaust that breathes quality and matches the machine perfectly. The shape of the muffler has been specially crafted to match seamlessly with the RR, giving an extra racing touch to the final look of the RR, and the underbody pre-muffler follows the futuristic lines of the motorcycle and has been designed to optimize the performance despite the limited space available within the bike’s bodywork. This exhaust is the first product of the industrial partnership between the two, and to symbolise this strong bond the exhaust features co-branding, with both the Akrapovič and MV Agusta logos on the muffler.
The three-cylinder engine used on the RR has undergone constant development activity, which has led to significant improvement. The addition of the Slip-On Line (Titanium) increases both the power and torque even further while still satisfying EC/ECE type approval certification and meeting Euro 5 compliance. The sound of the engine is transformed by the exhaust, giving it a deeper, fuller tone, totally befitting the bike’s sporting legacy.
Akrapovič and MV Agusta have joined together on this project as the first in the industrial partnership that the two companies share. They have created a stunning new exhaust system that fits the innovative lines of the bike, improves performance, enhances the sound, and meets applicable road-going approvals, making the Akrapovič Slip-On Line (Titanium) – which can be purchased from MV Agusta dealers – a must-have for all F3 RR owners.
* THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT MEET EMISSION COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR STREET OR HIGHWAY USE.
Suzuki GB has announced limited availability of new Akrapovič slip-on silencers for it’s 2021 Hayabusa.
Just 20 are currently available from authorised Suzuki dealerships, with the aftermarket exhausts reducing weight by a total of 4kg and boosting power by 2kW, as well as enhancing the Hayabusa’s soundtrack.
The titanium silencers – which feature classy, laser-etched Akrapovič and Hayabusa logos – are capped with a carbon fibre tip, while the heat shield is also carbon fibre.
Akrapovič also supplies its exhaust-making expertise to Suzuki’s MotoGP team.
A pair of Akrapovič exhausts for the new Hayabusa come with an RRP of £2876.05 and either a three-year warranty when fitted at point of sale, or two-year warranty if fitted later. If fitted at the point of purchase they can also be included in any finance agreement, spreading the cost over monthly repayments.
Other accessories available for the new Hayabusa include the pillion seat cowl – which completes the iconic silhouette – a stylised seat, heated grips, and billet brake and clutch levers.
Akrapovič’s latest exhaust for its ever-growing range of scooter systems is a Slip-On Line (SS) for the Vespa GTS 300 / Sei Giorni / Super models that has been attentively designed to personalize the Italian icon.
This cutting-edge Slip-On Line (SS) is a completely new and original design, specifically created to follow the lines of the scooter. The attention to detail in the high-grade stainless-steel exhaust is shown through the embossed muffler with its engraved Akrapovič logo and the race-proven handmade carbon-fibre end cap and heatshield, which provide a sporty finish ideally suited to the Vespa’s style.
The versatile nature of the Vespa models makes these scooters as much at home in the urban environment as on longer trips, whether to the coast or on countryside adventures. The addition of the Akrapovič Slip-On Line (SS) personalizes the thrill and excitement that Vespa’s powerful scooters offer their riders. With a deep and vivid sound, the rider is taken on every journey with the pure and exhilarating soundtrack of an Akrapovič exhaust, while the optimum throttle response adds to the ease of use of this twist-and-go machine. This product is 1.5 kg (23.7%) lighter than the standard stock exhaust, and it meets all the current Euro 5 EC/ECE type-approval requirements. A simple plug-and-play installation, with no remapping needed, makes this an ideal addition to the Vespa.
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Akrapovič has unveiled its brand-new exhaust system for the latest version of the Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa – a bike named after the peregrine falcon and a legend among superbikes.
The Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust system with its laser-engraved Akrapovič logo is a unique design that integrates seamlessly within the lines of the bike’s futuristic appearance. Its aerodynamic shape was an important requirement for the Akrapovič R&D department because the Hayabusa model has one of the highest top speeds among motorcycles, and the integration of the exhaust needs to follow the bike’s aero for optimum efficiency.
Constructed from a black-coated lightweight titanium outer sleeve on the mufflers and high-grade stainless steel link pipes, along with carbon-fibre end caps and carbon-fibre heat shields, everything about this exhaust is designed to save weight. It is 31.6% lighter than standard stock and perfectly allied to the bike’s high-speed performance and aerodynamic credentials.
With the Slip-On Line (Titanium), Akrapovič’s engineers have produced an exhaust system with great throttle response to give the rider the feel of the bike’s engine and performance, while also adding 1.2 kW (1.6 hp) at 8,700 rpm and 1.9 Nm of torque at 8,400 rpm when tested on the Akrapovič dyno against a Hayabusa with a standard stock exhaust. The whole system is harmonized with a vivid, sporty, and deep soundtrack to add another dimension to the exhaust and further thrill the senses.
Meeting Euro 5 EC/ECE type approval due to a catalytic converter within each muffler, the exhaust is a simple plug-and-play product with no need for remapping. The Slip-On Line (Titanium) is a performance exhaust that will be right at home on one of the world’s fastest motorcycles.
Akrapovič is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, and to mark this momentous occasion the Slovenian exhaust specialists are releasing a very limited edition, which will only be available in 30 individually numbered pieces.
The Evolution Line (Titanium) 30th Anniversary* exhaust system for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and Ninja ZX-10RR will be a one-off special as part of the Akrapovič celebrations. This unique product will be prepared with an engraved Akrapovič logo and number in a series of 30. To add to its special character, each exhaust will come with a special certificate to verify its exclusivity and rarity.
Akrapovič has a racing DNA that has run through the company since the early days, when Igor Akrapovič was racing and tuning his bikes in his garage to achieve better performance. In 1991, from a small workshop where he began specialising in developing and producing exhaust systems for racing and sport bikes, he sowed the seeds of the Akrapovič company, which is now a worldwide name in both racing and retail. Akira Yanagawa of the Kawasaki factory team won Akrapovič’s first world championship race, when he took victory in a WorldSBK event in 1997, and Jonathan Rea of the Kawasaki Racing Team celebrated a record six-in-a-row world championship title in 2020 – all achieved using Akrapovič exhausts. It is these connections that have led to Akrapovič creating this limited-edition exhaust for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and Ninja ZX-10RR.
To mark such a special occasion, the limited-edition exhaust for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and Ninja ZX-10RR is a very distinctive product. The Evolution Line (Titanium) 30th Anniversary exhaust system is fully constructed from lightweight high-grade titanium, with a titanium muffler outer sleeve, link pipe, and headers. The outer sleeve will be black with a special golden front rosette, as seen on the specially prepared Akrapovič exhaust on Rea’s bike after winning his sixth consecutive title. The tubes will be 0.9 mm thick, as used by the Kawasaki Racing Team on its WorldSBK bikes, and the system will also include CNC-machined special treated bushes, again as used in WorldSBK. The headers will be coated for increased durability, and the whole system will be finished with unique engraving and a handcrafted carbon-fibre end-cap.
The visual impact of the Evolution Line (Titanium) 30th Anniversary exhaust system is a very important factor for such a significant product, but this is an exhaust that is as much about performance as style, and it certainly delivers on both counts. Weighing in at 6.6 kg (56.4%) lighter than standard stock, the overall exhaust is a very close relative of the system that the Kawasaki Racing Team is using in WorldSBK, and the deep, pure racing sound that this limited-edition Evolution Line (Titanium) 30th Anniversary emits certainly enhances the system’s sporty heritage. Power and torque levels are increased through the addition of the exhaust, with gains of 8.2 kW (11.1 hp) at 8,550 rpm and 13.4 Nm at 3,600 rpm in back-to-back tests on the Akrapovič in-house dyno with the standard stock exhaust system for comparison. Due to the sporty and racing nature of the system, remapping is mandatory because it is intended for closed-course competition use only. For tracks with a noise limit, a noise insert is supplied to allow owners to ride at the majority of venues.
The 30-year limited edition Evolution Line (Titanium) 30th Anniversary exhaust system for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and Ninja ZX-10RR is a special product, totally fitting the occasion. Its looks, performance, and sound are at the forefront of motorcycle exhaust technology, and whether it is used for its intended purpose, or simply displayed on a wall, it is certainly a collector’s piece worth talking about.
Akrapovič is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2021. The beginnings of the world-famous manufacturer of high-performance exhaust systems go back to even before its formal incorporation in the spring of 1991, when operations started in a workshop just over a kilometre away from its current headquarters at Ivančna Gorica.
Igor Akrapovič was a motorcycle racer who already tuned motorcycles during his racing career to make them even faster. At first, he worked on his own machines, but later he also started tuning those of others, even his rivals. It was this passion for technology and constant improvement of motorcycle components that made him decide to start his own business and dedicate his future to developing high-performance exhaust systems. Exhaust systems were where Igor Akrapovič saw his greatest opportunity because at that time there was little competition on the market, but substantial room for improvement. He initially focused on racing motorcycle exhaust systems, building a rich tradition of state-of-the-art products, from which he soon expanded into the mainstream motorcycle market, as well as the car market later on.
Three decades after its inception, the company is operating at two state-of-the-art production sites in Slovenia, with over 1,300 employees. The facilities at the company’s headquarters in Ivančna Gorica comprise an in-house titanium foundry, a durability dyno on which a robot rides the motorcycle, a metallurgical lab, an R&D department, and a racing department. The entire production, from tube making to final assembly, takes places in a large production hall at Črnomelj.
The company continued to develop, and the increasing demand for its products forced it to expand its premises, which it continually furnished with state-of-the-art equipment required to develop and manufacture its products. Throughout, a special culture has been built inside the company rooted in the employees’ desire to offer customers exhaust systems and other products of the highest quality.
This commitment to constantly invest in the development of products and the technology required to manufacture them has been inseparably connected with racing, which provides the perfect laboratory for testing technical and technological solutions and materials. The first victory at a world championship race on an Akrapovič-outfitted motorcycle was secured by Akira Yanagawa (Kawasaki) in WorldSBK in 1997, and the first world championship title won on a motorcycle featuring the Slovenian manufacturer’s exhaust system was recorded in 2000, when Akrapovič brand ambassador Colin Edwards triumphed in the WorldSBK on his Honda.
“Back in the beginning, I was tuning complete motorcycles and using the money I earned to compete in races. Tuning was almost as interesting to me as racing itself, and so it was kind of natural for me to buy a tube bending machine. That’s how it all started. I look back at the company’s three decades of development, especially its racing history, with great pride because races are the toughest testing ground for a product.” – Igor Akrapovič
To date, the company has secured 140 world championship titles with its partner racing teams in various racing disciplines, along with numerous victories in FIM MotoGP, FIM WorldSBK, FIM MXGP, FIA WEC, and DTM, famous races like the Isle of Man TT, 24 Hours Nürburgring, 24 Hours of Le Mans, 24 Hours of Daytona, and Dakar Rally, and more.
Alongside the company’s high profile, which goes hand in hand with its presence at races, it has been its attention to detail and desire to also create the best products for ordinary customers that have brought the company numerous honours and awards. Very important among them are the fourteen Red Dot awards won over the past eight years, including the Red Dot: Best of the Best award in the Product Design category for the Evolution Line (Titanium) exhaust system for the Ducati 1199 Panigale in 2014.
“From the very beginning, the company’s vision and culture have stayed the same: we continue to focus on developing the perfect product, placing innovation, research, and application of top-notch technology and state-of-the-art materials at the forefront. Development and curiosity drive us forward to keep looking for solutions how to improve and upgrade our products and make them even more attractive for our customers. Development has no limits because technology can always be improved.” – Igor Akrapovič
To mark the 30th anniversary, Akrapovič engineers used the company’s long years of experience and know-how to design two special Evolution Line (Titanium) 30th Anniversary* exhaust systems for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR / ZX-10R and the Ferrari F8 Tributo, with a limited edition of only 30 pieces each. Details about the two products will be presented in press releases during the coming weeks.
You can follow all the information on the company’s 30th anniversary on its official social media channels under the hashtag #30YearsAkrapovic or visit Akrapovič 30 Years, a special website dedicated to the company’s 30th anniversary, where new content will be posted throughout the year, including a special issue of Akrapovič Lifestyle Magazine in digital format. The 30th issue of the magazine will feature selected articles from the previous issues, alongside new material looking back at the company’s development over the past thirty years.
* THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT MEET EMISSION COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR STREET OR HIGHWAY USE
Akrapovič’s latest model for the BMW Motorrad range of road-going motorcycles is a Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust system for the BMW F 900 R and BMW F 900 XR.
Constructed with a lightweight titanium muffler outer sleeve, stainless-steel link pipe, and pre-muffler, this beautifully designed exhaust offers an enormous 21.6% weight savings over the standard stock version. Akrapovič has added its distinctive design skill to create an exhaust with aesthetic appeal, which fully integrates into the lines of these dynamic motorcycles from the German marque. The small and compact build of the Slip-On Line (Titanium) provides a sporty look similar to those used on racing bikes, and it is completed with a handmade carbon-fibre end cap to create a final eye-catching look.
The engineers at Akrapovič have again created a tone that is instantly recognizable and totally absorbing. Its full and vivid sound is a deep, sporty rumble from the twin-cylinder powerplant, making it pulse with a harmonious rhythm while still meeting the requirements of a Euro 5 engine. Riders will also experience a perfect throttle response from the bikes, giving them the feel of performance alongside lower weight and an intoxicating sound.
Fully EC/ECE type approved, the system is a simple plug-and-play installation with no remapping needed. The Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust system is fully compatible with BMW side cases and the central stand, so no alterations are required, and the Akrapovič system can be further upgraded by adding an optional handmade carbon-fibre heat shield.
MV Agusta is announcing a new industrial partnership with Slovenian premium exhaust systems manufacturer Akrapovič. An agreement was reached for the supply of exhaust systems, exclusively designed and produced for specific MV Agusta models. Akrapovič is a pioneer in the innovative use of titanium and super-alloys, and are at the forefront of carbon-fibre components construction. Founded by racing champion Igor Akrapovič, the company works closely with the most prominent teams in MotoGP, World-SBK and MXGP. Leading-edge, racetrack-derived technology is transferred to production models components, guaranteeing unparalleled performance and quality.
“Sound is part of the MV Agusta experience. It’s a key element to its style and we pay a lot of attention to it. Our 3 and 4 cylinders models have quite unique personalities and we’ve always worked towards matching them with hair-raising sound” said Timur Sardarov, CEO of MV Agusta Motor S.p.A. “but this partnership goes well beyond the look and sound, it is really about leading-edge technology, performance and uncompromising quality. MV Agusta and Akrapovič have a very similar approach to industrial excellence, accepting nothing but the best. I welcome this partnership as a natural alliance between like-minded leaders in their own field, which will bring about many synergies and even better products for the enjoyment of motorcycle enthusiasts around the world.”
“Akrapovič is extremely excited about this latest chapter in its motorcycle history” said Uroš Rosa, CEO Akrapovič d.d. “To enter into a new partnership with one of the most iconic brands in the industry and one that shares a similar ethos and DNA to our own is another big step for our company. Count Domenico Agusta and Igor Akrapovič both came from a racing background and created winning global brands through their passion, making this collaboration a natural fit. Akrapovič will create innovative products for the beautiful MV Agusta models that are coming soon, with designs that have never been seen before. With high-tech, race-proven materials, such as titanium and carbon fibre, we will create systems that will enhance the ‘Motorcycle Art’ that MV Agusta prides itself on, and our engineers will produce a unique sound for the range. Our exhausts will make a statement for all to see and hear that perfectly complements MV Agusta motorcycles.”
Akrapovič’s latest product is a Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust system for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin and Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports motorcycles featuring a new Durability Reimagined design allied to a perfect soundtrack and low weight.
Constructed from high-grade lightweight titanium and finished with a handmade carbon-fibre end cap and heat shield, this system is 24.6% lighter than the standard stock exhaust. Created using special parts, including a double-flow muffler that features an exhaust valve – designed to deliver a unique sound – and a valve housing cast in Akrapovič’s in-house titanium foundry, the Slip-On Line (Titanium) is EC/ECE type-approved and has a simple plug-and-play installation, with no remapping needed, making this a product for any discerning owner of one of these adventure bikes.
The system produces a distinctive roar, fully befitting a motorcycle that takes its name as a homage to the great rallies. The exhaust produces a sound colour that has been expertly tuned by the Akrapovič sound engineers to deliver a deep, full sound with the characteristic Akrapovič tone. From the strong and powerful pulses in higher rpms and throughout the transition between a closed and open valve, it offers full and delightful aural pleasure from the 1100 cc twin engine. The change in sound is especially noticeable when the revs are lowered, providing a change in the sound pattern.
The Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin and Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports are adventure motorcycles that are ready to go anywhere, and the new Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust system has the resilience in all riding conditions to meet the demands that it will face. The latest exhaust in the Durability Reimagined range, the Slip-On Line (Titanium) is part of Akrapovič’s new-generation muffler shapes. Created for increased durability, the design is an evolution of the legendary hexagonal shape launched by Akrapovič in 2005. The new profile adapts to modern trends while following the legacy associated with this iconic design. It is shaped to perfectly fit the bike’s lines, fully demonstrating the progression in the design from Akrapovič. The muffler for the Africa Twin models features an outer sleeve with an imprint and newly designed carbon-fibre end cap and heat shield to add a more robust look to these adventure bikes.
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