So I have a hole in the pipe that the right Slip-on directly fits into. Its right at the bracket under the right foot peg. The hole is aprox. 1/2" x1/4".

1. What is the name of that piece of exhaust pipe? Is it the midpipe?

2. Will the exhaust leak harm my bike mechanically? Is it ok to ride until I can find a replacement pipe or should I not ride it at all.

3. Does anyone have that part for sale?

I found the leak when I started my bike when I was about to come home from work today. I made the 60 mile ride home and other than my bike sounding like **** I did not notice a difference in performance or even millage.

Any help with the part name or if you have one for sale would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Rudy

 

I wouldn't let that stop you from riding but I would use this opportunity to start using earplugs so you'll be able to enjoy that loud music in the future. I've seen the midpipes for sale on ebay several times. Check our classifieds and/or post it there. you can make a patch out of sheet metal and a couple hose clamps temporarily.

 

Can you weld the hole up?

 

Tig weld with m308 stainless fill rod.
Would make a good permanent repair.
A local weld shop that TIG welds should only charge about 30 bucks.

 

Sounds like you're talking about the midpipe. I don't know how easy a LeoVince midpipe will be to find, why not just have it tig welded by someone who knows what they're doing. Prob won't cost much. Sure it'll be cheaper than buying a new one.

 

Cool. Right on for the input fellas. I will call the local welding shop and get an estimate.

 

Oh ya, Just so I'm clear. It is ok to ride the bike until the mid pipe is repaired isnt it?

 

Yes totally safe, you could even remove it completely without destroying the engine.

 

I will run a little lean with the de-tuned exhaust tho.

 

Well I rode my bike to work today and she ran like a top. With it running a little leaner it acually pulls harder on the freeway. Thanks for the peace of mind fellas.