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08-16-2009, 04:41 PM | #1 |
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YamaZong XT200GY-2 gets an FMF Turbine Core 2 Spark Arrestor
About one week ago I installed a Yamaha XT225 stainless steel exhaust header and FMF Turbine Core 2 spark arrestor on my YamaZong XT200GY-2 motorcycle. Here is a photograph of my Zong with the old exhaust system.
Here is a photograph of my Zong with the new exhaust system. My main objective for installing the new exhaust system was to make the Zong lose some more weight, and I was successful. The old exhaust system weighed 11 pounds! 8O The new exhaust system weighs 4 pounds, so my Zong is now 7 pounds lighter than before! Also, I much prefer the appearance of the new exhaust system. The mounting is very secure using just the exhaust header bolts and the hanger bracket supplied with the spark arrestor. As you can see below, the FMF has very good clearance from my rear wheel. The Yamaha XT225 stainless steel exhaust header is very light, and it matches the stainless steel midpipe supplied with the FMF. The entire exhaust system is now maintenance free, and it is beginning to take on a very nice blue and golden color. My Zong’s performance seems to be significantly better with the FMF Turbine Core 2 spark arrestor. I must admit, I can only give the impressions from my “butt dynamometer.†Losing 7 pounds of weight from the motorcycle must certainly help the performance a little bit. Also, the bike now seems to accelerate faster through all the gears, and I appear to have gained about 5 mph of top speed with the same gear ratio. Also, the Zong now starts even more easily than before. The bike also warms up to operating speed almost immediately, and it idles better. Finally, the bike sounds a bit better. The FMF is slightly louder than the original exhaust system. It is loud enough to help identify my presence in city traffic, but it is not too loud to be objectionable to my neighbors. The installation was very straightforward. I trimmed about 1-7/8 inches from the midpipe supplied with the FMF, and everything connected together and aligned perfectly. I wish to offer special thanks to forum members DesertRider and Madbare for their good advice and photographs regarding this installation. I live at 4,400 feet above sea level. I frequently ride to elevations of 8,000 feet above sea level, and higher. I have not needed to rejet my carburetor with the new exhaust system. My motorcycle runs very well with this exhaust system, and I am very pleased with the results. Spud
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08-16-2009, 05:30 PM | #2 |
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Looks so much better, You need to post a sound bite.
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08-17-2009, 12:55 AM | #3 | |
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The new sound is quite mellow, and pleasant, both at idle speed, and at low throttle. However, the sound becomes a bit louder, and more aggressive, under hard acceleration. I must admit, I really enjoy the increased performance. I would never go back to the standard exhaust system. Spud
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08-17-2009, 02:00 AM | #4 |
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You tube man, You tube.
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08-17-2009, 02:05 AM | #5 | |
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However, thanks to your link, I don't think it is necessary for me to post a sound bite of my new FMF Turbine Core 2. My FMF sounds exactly like the muffler featured in the link you provided. Spud
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08-17-2009, 02:12 AM | #6 |
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Excellent idea; I'm sure that your Zong will be a little easier on fuel now, as well.
I thought about an FMF for my old XR, but they're a little pricey, and the stock Honda stuff isn't too bad.
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08-17-2009, 02:15 AM | #7 |
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You tube gives You all the instructiosn right after the upload...Really helpful..And if it sounds like that it sounds nice. I am taking Your lead and after I save up some more cash My DR will get that same muffler...She needs some love. Being as we had the same original muffler....Who did they copy on that one? :? Can't wait to see what You do next to that bike.....Keep it up Spud
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08-17-2009, 02:23 AM | #8 | |
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Indeed, my fuel mileage would probably be improved, but I now ride my Zong about 10 mph faster than I used to. However, even traveling at the higher speeds, my fuel mileage has not dropped very much. If I slowed down to my previous rate of travel, I am sure I would see improved fuel mileage as well. Spud
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08-17-2009, 02:29 AM | #9 |
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I guess that means you can safely afford to gain 7 pounds and get up to your football weight. Bring on the gravy!
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08-17-2009, 02:44 AM | #10 | |
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I don't have a digital videocam, but my Canon PowerShot A590 digital camera can take short video clips. I have never used this feature on my camera, but I will read my camera's instruction manual tomorrow. Indeed, the FMF does sound quite nice, just as the muffler in the video clip you provided. This exhaust system gives my bike a nice performance boost, but the sound is not objectionably loud; I am very pleased with the results. My next project is a 21-inch alloy rim for the YamaZong's front wheel. I hope someone can help me acquire the correct spokes. http://chinariders.net/modules.php?n...ewtopic&t=8580 Spud
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08-17-2009, 03:05 AM | #12 | |
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In stock form, the Zongshen Sierra 200GY-2 is quite heavy for its size. My YamaZong is now much more trail worthy, and far easier to pick up, since it has lost about 20 pounds! The YamaZong lost 12 pounds after my Yamaha XT225 swingarm conversion. My motorcycle lost another 7 pounds when I switched to the FMF Turbine Core 2 spark arrestor. My bike certainly lost another pound when I switched from the stock tail light to the DRC Edge 2 tail light. My bike will certainly lose a few more pounds, and become more nimble, after I replace the front steel rim with an alloy rim. With its reduced weight and greatly improved suspension, my YamaZong XT200GY-2 is a very worthy trail bike. Spud
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08-17-2009, 03:08 AM | #13 |
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The good folks from the Forestry Department will be pleased with your new exhaust as well.
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My FMF installation was easy, and the price was right (about $101 U.S.D., delivered). I am very pleased with this product. Spud
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08-17-2009, 10:19 AM | #15 |
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Wow! Where did you find a price like that? If you don't mind the question...
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