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 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.
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.
