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#Post#: 784--------------------------------------------------
Wings Exhaust Review
By: Rusty Shovel Date: April 14, 2014, 4:30 pm
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I purchased a Wings (non-oval) pipe several weeks ago and I'm
just now getting around to reviewing it because I was waiting
for the last part to arrive.
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As it happens, the 2014 has a different size hanger bracket than
any year prior. Because the 2014's bracket is thicker, the
circumference of the hanger that shipped with my pipe was too
large. It did a fine job holding the pipe on, but the rubber
surround was loose, causing it to curl like old bacon. It
looked ghetto.
I contacted Wings. They apologized and developed a
2014-specific hanger for the pipe and sent it free of charge,
along with the proper length bolt and some lube (to help the
hanger slide on the pipe).
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Installation couldn't have been simpler. The pipe slipped right
on the header with no fuss and the clamp sealed the pipe without
drama. The only frustrating thing was managing to hold the
pipe, squeeze the hanger on the bracket, align the
hanger/bracket holes, and feed the bolt through. Either you
need a friend--or a supply of zip-ties!
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It's hard to make out from the picture because I used a black
zip-tie. I zipped it all together long enough to make feeding
the bolt a two-handed operation. The rag was stuffed under the
side panel to keep the panel out of the way.
Voila!
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As I said, I've had the pipe on for a few weeks now--so I'm well
beyond initial impressions.
This pipe is aces! It's SOOO much better than my old FMF Q4
pipe! It comes with two "decibel killers" (hereinafter "DK");
A narrow DK, and a wider one. The DK's are swappable by a
single hex bolt. My advice? Go with the larger diameter DK.
Its not obnoxious AT ALL. And you can always swap to the
smaller DK if you're nervous about an inspection or something.
This pipe is schizophrenic. At idle, it purrs with just enough
authority for folks to know it's a big cat. When you hit the
throttle--or come off the throttle--the bike THUMPS like the big
single it is. No longer does it buzz like a sewing machine.
But...when cruising along the freeway, the sound flattens out
again to a mellow purr.
My FMF pipe sounded great too, but it was ALWAYS loud. It
bugged my ears on the freeway after a while. Even when trail
riding I would wear ear plugs. Perhaps I'm getting old, but I
kept wishing I could turn the FMF down a notch.
As far as performance gains, I don't know how much a pipe alone
can give you. Until KTM supplies an "open air-box" Akro map for
the 2014, I'll settle for the power I have (which is a lot). I
did notice, however, that my bike wants to hit redline a bit
more readily. Perhaps it's just the result of wanting to hear
that engine rev!
Bottom Line: This is a great pipe, custom-made for the 690. I
can't recommend it more highly!
#Post#: 793--------------------------------------------------
Re: Wings Exhaust Review
By: Tmblwd Date: April 15, 2014, 8:22 am
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I love mine , and about 200+ degrees cooler! won't melt your
luggage!
#Post#: 804--------------------------------------------------
Re: Wings Exhaust Review
By: Endo Date: April 15, 2014, 10:08 pm
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Been a while since I've been on but have either of you
experienced difficulty idling from a cold start or is it just
mine? ???
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Re: Wings Exhaust Review
By: Rusty Shovel Date: April 16, 2014, 10:20 am
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[quote author=Endo link=topic=172.msg804#msg804 date=1397617697]
...have either of you experienced difficulty idling from a cold
start or is it just mine? ???
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I forgot to mention, once the pipe is physically installed, you
have to conduct a 15-minute idle from a cold start. This causes
the KTM's fuel injection computer to reset itself to the pipe's
new parameters.
The procedure is just as simple as it sounds.
1. Start the bike when it's cold (as in first thing in the
morning).
2. Start a stopwatch. KTM designed this process to take 15
minutes. Be patient.
3. Do NOT touch the throttle AT ALL, or the process is reset and
you'll have to start over.
4. When the 15 minutes are up, don't touch the throttle, kill
the engine using the switch on the right side of the handlebar,
then kill power with the key.
5. You're done! Start your bike and go for a ride.
3 Tips:
1. For peace of mind, you may want to use a household fan to
blow at the radiator (your bike will get hot while sitting at
idle).
2. This process is only for fine tuning; it can't compensate for
something as drastic as opening the airbox. So until there's a
viable option for messing with the 2014's computer, leave the
air box alone--you've plenty of power!
3. Though I've not had to do this yet (living in Houston), I'm
told that this process can also help even out idle issues while
navigating extreme changes in elevation. So for those of you
crossing the Rockies, this might be a worth keeping in mind.
#Post#: 817--------------------------------------------------
Re: Wings Exhaust Review
By: Rokitt Date: April 16, 2014, 4:43 pm
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I wish I had read this a couple of weeks ago. I was just about
to order the Akro when a friend of mine convinced me to order
the FMF Q4. The FMF looks great and at low rpm and cruising
speed its fine but when you open it up it is TOO loud !
I don't like drawing that sort of attention to myself so for now
the stock pipe goes back on.
#Post#: 826--------------------------------------------------
Re: Wings Exhaust Review
By: Tmblwd Date: April 17, 2014, 8:24 am
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I installed the smaller DB buster because I live in a down town
area, works great only loud when I'm throttling out in the
country.
Needed to remap after I installed the K&N filter. Runs great
now, last mileage check 59.5 mpg.
#Post#: 944--------------------------------------------------
Re: Wings Exhaust Review
By: Guymcfly Date: April 28, 2014, 8:34 pm
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Just so everyone knows...
A Wings is basically an Akro by a different name.
Mr Akropovic (yeah he's a real person) reputedly had an argument
with Ktm as to the pricing of his systems (read, he reckoned
they were ripping off riders) so he went out and formed his own
company...Wings.
#Post#: 1306--------------------------------------------------
Re: Wings Exhaust Review
By: GSP Date: July 8, 2014, 9:26 am
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Can you provide a link of where to buy this pipe?
#Post#: 1308--------------------------------------------------
Re: Wings Exhaust Review
By: mcrider Date: July 8, 2014, 3:23 pm
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Wings web site
HTML http://www.wings.si/ver3/index.html
HTML http://www.wings.si/ver3/index.html
I had mine in about 4 days after PatPaling the money.
I love mine. No remapping required.
Gorazd is great to work with.
#Post#: 1510--------------------------------------------------
Re: Wings Exhaust Review
By: CaDirtRoads Date: August 5, 2014, 12:10 pm
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Sounds great! Just sent an email to get details. Thanks for
posting.
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Randy
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