Two Brothers Racing Kawasaki Concours 14 User Manual

Installation Instructions

2008-10 Kawasaki

V.A.L.E.

V A R I A B L E A X I S L O C K I N G E X H A U S T

ConCours 14

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Parts List

Qty. Description Part Number

1 M-5 Mufﬂer Canister Varies 1 Stainless Steel S-Bend Slip-On Tube 005-19201S 1 Mufﬂer Clamp Varies 1 HARDWARE KIT 005-192-3 2 X-Ring (half) 005-7-2-3 1 Mufﬂer Bracket 005-69B-10 1 Barrel Clamp 005-27-66MSH 1 8x20mm Flange Bolt 005-FB820 1 8mm Flange Nut 0 05-FN8 1 5mm Long Handle Ball end hex key 005-9-18610 4 6x14mm Socket Head Cap Screw 005-SH614 4 M6 Split Lock Washer 005-WL6 1 TBR Sticker Kit 015-10212

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

We recommend that this performance part be installed by a qualied motorcycle technician. If you have any doubts as to your ability to install this performance part, please consult with your local motorcycle dealer. Read all instructions rst before starting installation. Make sure the motorcycle and exhaust system are completely cool before starting the installation. Also, make sure the bike is secure on a centerstand or ideally a service lift during installation. Be sure to save all stock components for possible use later.

Warranty

Two Brothe rs Racing p roducts are intended fo r closed co urse compet ition purpo ses only, and therefore are sold “a s is” without warranty. Two B rothers Rac ing specifi cally discla ims any war ranties of merchantabi lity or fit ness for a particular purpose and discla ims all res ponsibility for conseq uential and incidental damages or any other losses aris ing from the use of thes e products or parts.

1. Make sure the bike is completely cool before starting the installation. Make sure the bike is secure on center stand or ideally a service lift.

2. Remove the OEM mufﬂer:

- Remove lower mounting bolt.

- Loosen header joint clamp.

- Remove upper mount bolt.

- Remove OEM mufﬂer and slip tube. *If gasket remained on header it must be removed as well and will not be re-used

3. Install Two Brothers Racing Slip-on Exhaust System:

- Attach the mid-pipe to the mufﬂer using the 4 (four) 6x14mm socket head caps screws and split lock washers provided. Leave loose for now.

Mufﬂer Inlet

X-Lite™ Ring

Slip Tube

V.A.L.E.™ Assembly Detail

Install center stand rubber bumper (use the OEM rubber bumper and install it onto the TBR slip-tube bracket).

- Slide provided barrel clamp over mid-pipe.

- Install the mufﬂer bracket (with the 10mm hole on the top) to the upper mount using the OEM hardware to attach. Use the supplied ﬂange bolt and nut to attach the lower mount.

- Attach the rubber lined mufﬂer clamp and tighten.

- Make sure mufﬂer is aligned when the bike is on the center stand. Also keep even clearance between the mufﬂer and luggage bag. Then tighten the four V.A.L.E.™ assembly bolts.

- Tighten barrel clamp.

- Re-check all hardware and ﬁtment.

V.A.L.E.

2008-10 Kawasaki

V A R I A B L E A X I S L O C K I N G E X H A U S T

ConCours 14

V.A.L .E .™ S li p- on E xh au st S ys te m wi th M -5 C an is ter Par t # 00 5- 19 20 419 V, 0 05 -1 92 04 20 V

4. Before you run the bike, clean off all ﬁngerprints and dirt, as any oily residue will etch the metal and become somewhat permanent when the system gets hot. Run the bike and enjoy. It is normal for some white smoke to appear the ﬁrst time you start the bike. This is packing/ manufacturing oil from inside the pipe burning off. Check for gaps or leaks. If you ﬁnd a leak, a little high

temperature silicon sealant should ﬁx it. After 50 to 100 miles, recheck all fasteners for tightness.

Installation Instructions

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Qty. Description Part Number

1 M-5 Mufﬂer Canister Varies 1 Stainless Steel S-Bend Slip-On Tube 005-19201S 1 Mufﬂer Clamp Varies 1 HARDWARE KIT 005-192-3 2 X-ring (half) 005-7-2-3 1 Mufﬂer Bracket 005-69B-10 1 Barrel Clamp 005-27-66MSH 1 8x20mm Flange Bolt 005-FB820 1 8mm Flange Nut 005-FN8 1 5mm Long Handle Ball end hex key 005-9-18610 4 6x14mm Socket Head Cap Screw 005-SH614 4 M6 Split Lock Washer 005-WL6 1 TBR Sticker Kit 015-10212

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Qty. Description Part Number

Care & Cleaning

Keep system free of dirt and moisture. Store in a cool, dry place. Make sure vehicle is completely cool before maintenance.

Stainless Header System: Polished stainless steel pipes will turn a light golden hue after a few heat cycles, this is a normal characteristic of high quality stainless steel. Clean using a mild water based spray cleaner. Always apply cleaner or polish with a soft, clean cloth.

Titanium Header System: Polished titanium pipes will experience color shift ranging from deep blue/purple through amber after a few heat cycles. This is a normal characteristic of high quality titanium. Clean using a mild water based spray cleaner. Always apply cleaner or polish with a soft, clean cloth.

Polished Aluminum Canisters: Use an aluminum or mag wheel polish to restore the bright ﬁnish to factory spec.

Brushed Aluminum Canisters: Clean using a mild water based spray cleaner. Always apply cleaner or polish with a soft, clean cloth.

Carbon Fiber Canisters: Clean using a mild water based spray cleaner. Always apply cleaner or polish with a soft, clean cloth. Always make sure the ﬁberglass packing inside is in good condition and not burned out, as exhaust heat inside an empty canister will deteriorate the carbon ﬁber sleeve. TBR sells repack kits (Road - #005-10 038, Offroad - #005-10038MX) that include everything you need to easily do it yourself.

Titanium Mufﬂers: For cleaning use a mild water based spray cleaner. Always apply cleaner or polish with a soft, clean cloth. Always make sure the ﬁberglass packing inside is in good condition and not burned out, as exhaust heat inside an empty canister will deteriorate the carbon ﬁber sleeve. TBR sells repack kits (Road - #005-10 038, Offroad - #005-10038MX) that include everything you need to easily do it yourself.

Repack all road canisters at the ﬁrst signs of packing material deterioration. Part #005-10038 Repack all offroad canisters after every 10 hours of use. Part #005-10038MX

NEVER dyno test your bike with carbon ﬁber or titanium canisters installed - the intense heat and lack of cooling air can quickly burn through the canister material. Two Brothers Racing does not provide a warranty for burned canisters.

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