Arrow Rebel Exhausts for Vulcan S and all bikes available on Amazon: amzn.to/2YJorqr (The channel may receive a small commission on some items purchased. If so, I greatly appreciate it.)
The stock (Kawasaki Vulcan 650 ABS) exhaust hangs quite low and tends to scrap going over random speed bumps. I scrapped one so hard my headers pipes sprung a leak! I replaced the exhaust gaskets and re-tighten them. After much research, I decided to install a Arrow Rebel exhaust. I live in Thailand where import duties are especially high! The new exhaust expensive (compared to locally fabricated) but definitely worth it!! Thailand is cracking down on illegal, loud exhausts. The Arrow is impressive [deep growl] sounding without exceeding legal limits. I'd advise installing a Booster Plug with any aftermarket exhaust. It almost complete eliminates decompression popping and low RPM throttle jerkiness.
Huge improvement over the standard exhaust sound. Fantastic bikes, sure they would have sold twice as many if they did not sound so wimpy as standard. People who want a cruiser want to hear the engine ,look how well Harley market there bikes, why the Japanese don't understand this is beyond me!.
Yes it did, but to be honest I don’t miss it at all. The Arrow Rebel sounds so much better and gives additional power, makes for less jerkiness when changing gears on the low end, AND better gas mileage. Win, win, win!
Good upgrade! I think all bikes should have a beefy exhaust sound, as it will help get noticed on the road. Doesn't have to obnoxious, but noticeable. Everything that helps you get noticed can help save your life!
Hi Tripp, Are you still happy with the Arrow exhaust. It sounds good, I would like my exhaust to sound beefer but not to loud. Your exhaust seems to be a good balance. Did your bike perform better after changing the exhaust ?Did you add a Power Commander also? Bill S.
Bill Snyder Yes, performance did improve slightly when installed with the Booster Plug. They were done at the same time. Mileage went up 2 mpg and the bike now has a more even power band. Acceleration in 1-2-3 gears now much less jumpy and drastically reduced engine braking. All of this did to exhaust and booster plug IN COMBINATION.
Hi Tripp, Does your Arrow Rebel exhaust have a catalytic converter? Could you give me the name of the dealer you bought it from in Italy? Roughly what did you pay for it on sale .Did it take long to receive it. Last question is what did the dealer charge you for the installation. Thank you for your help. Bill
@@trippontwowheels Will do! I was afraid of getting one because some people said they made it extremely quiet due to EU regulations. Is there a specific one I should get to avoid that or are they all the same?
The truth is that the Arrow sounds good only when you're on stop and speeding up a bit. At high RPMs, it's just a slightly better version of a lawnmower.
Where did you purchase this exhaust? I have been looking online and when I find a place that lists Arrow exhaust, they never list this exhaust for the Vulcan S.
I ordered mine from a company in Italy on sale on Black Friday. No tax, no shipping. I can get you this information if you’d like. You can find the Vulcan S specific model on Amazon from a number of sellers.
The exhaust looks and sounds so nice, but my goodness, 1k USD for an upgrade on ~7k motorcycle that gives zero boost to riding experience (only aesthetics) is just BRUTAL
Dillon Hawkins $7k is waaay too much. $5,000 would be my limit. At that price I’d opt for new. But don’t, you’ll find lots of low-mileage options for less if you’re patient.
Josh, I got mine from a retail outlet in Italy on Black Friday last November. It was about $250 cheaper than what I could find in the US. No tax, no shipping. Took about three weeks to get here. If I can find the retailer's name, I'll post it here.
Josh, I got mine from a retail outlet in Italy on Black Friday last November. It was about $250 cheaper than what I could find in the US. No tax, no shipping. Took about three weeks to get here. If I can find the retailer's name, I'll post it here.
Josh, I got mine from a retail outlet in Italy on Black Friday last November. It was about $250 cheaper than what I could find in the US. No tax, no shipping. Took about three weeks to get here. If I can find the retailer's name, I'll post it here.
@@trippontwowheels i am booking the Newly launched Vulcan S Bs6 2021 and ut will be delivered next Month..I so much want to change the Stock exhaust with this Arrow Rebel Exhaust, but what is the Booster Plug you mentioned? do i need to buy that too? does it comes with the Exhaust?
@@rickyl.colney7489 It does not come with the exhaust. You can find it at boosterplug.com. Highly recommended as it will greatly reduce the amount of engine braking, smooth out the bike's power band and make it easier to ride and enjoy. Thanks for your question Ricky, let me know what happens. I hope you subscribe and check out my website as well at trippontwowheels.com -Tripp
Wow. No idea it added that much power. I’ve ridden the bike about 300 miles since the Arrow Rebel was added and I would have guessed it to be less. However, I never go WOT or over 75mph.
Am thinking about adding this to my bike. And thought you might be able to answer a couple of questions. I have a booster plug already. Will that work or am I cong to have to replace it with a power commander and re-map it? Also this is a good price but I have a 2015,would it be compatible? www.accessoryinternational.com/product/arrow-74505rb-rebel-exhaust.html
It would be nice if they gave you the option to have it there or not, but I kind of like it and will keep it there. The holes would make it look worse anyhow. :)
Arrow Rebel Exhausts for Vulcan S and all bikes available on Amazon: amzn.to/2YJorqr
(The channel may receive a small commission on some items purchased. If so, I greatly appreciate it.)
This exhaust made a huge difference in the sound and posture of the bike.
The stock (Kawasaki Vulcan 650 ABS) exhaust hangs quite low and tends to scrap going over random speed bumps. I scrapped one so hard my headers pipes sprung a leak! I replaced the exhaust gaskets and re-tighten them. After much research, I decided to install a Arrow Rebel exhaust. I live in Thailand where import duties are especially high! The new exhaust expensive (compared to locally fabricated) but definitely worth it!! Thailand is cracking down on illegal, loud exhausts. The Arrow is impressive [deep growl] sounding without exceeding legal limits. I'd advise installing a Booster Plug with any aftermarket exhaust. It almost complete eliminates decompression popping and low RPM throttle jerkiness.
Very correct! The Rebel Arrow. If I remember correctly is also 15 lbs. or so lighter than the stock exhaust. Bonus!
The Arrow Rebel exhaust is 40% or 22 lbs lighter!
Huge improvement over the standard exhaust sound. Fantastic bikes, sure they would have sold twice as many if they did not sound so wimpy as standard. People who want a cruiser want to hear the engine ,look how well Harley market there bikes, why the Japanese don't understand this is beyond me!.
Steven Freeman You’ve got a good point there Steve. Thanks for your comment. Hope you’ll subscribe!
its environment regulations, Harleys don't come off the line sounding like what you think
Every stock bike sound soft, also harley.
How stupid do you think motorcycle manufacturers are?
I don't know. That Singer Sewing Machine in the beginning has some Nostalgic Value :D
Yes it did, but to be honest I don’t miss it at all. The Arrow Rebel sounds so much better and gives additional power, makes for less jerkiness when changing gears on the low end, AND better gas mileage. Win, win, win!
Good upgrade! I think all bikes should have a beefy exhaust sound, as it will help get noticed on the road. Doesn't have to obnoxious, but noticeable. Everything that helps you get noticed can help save your life!
Humberto Vivanco I find that it’s helpful alerting people to my presence when I’m in their blind spot at an intersection particularly.
Video and quality is good but would be way better with narration on what your doing and a little commentary.👍
Thanks for your feedback Andre, it’s a new channel and I intend on including commentary in most of my future videos. Great idea!
@@trippontwowheels YES, we have waays of making you talk ;-)
Hi Tripp,
Are you still happy with the Arrow exhaust. It sounds good, I would like my exhaust to sound beefer but not to loud. Your exhaust seems to be a good balance. Did your bike perform better after changing the exhaust ?Did you add a Power Commander also?
Bill S.
Bill Snyder Yes, performance did improve slightly when installed with the Booster Plug. They were done at the same time. Mileage went up 2 mpg and the bike now has a more even power band. Acceleration in 1-2-3 gears now much less jumpy and drastically reduced engine braking. All of this did to exhaust and booster plug IN COMBINATION.
Booster Plug, not Power Commander. Love both it and the exhaust. Would do it again 100 times. Has transformed the bike from good to great.
Hi Tripp,
Does your Arrow Rebel exhaust have a catalytic converter? Could you give me the name of the dealer you bought it from in Italy? Roughly what did you pay for it on sale .Did it take long to receive it. Last question is what did the dealer charge you for the installation. Thank you for your help. Bill
What a difference in sound!
I think so too, although the video doesn’t do it justice. Sounds much better in person.
I have a 22’ Cafe edition. Would this exhaust still work for it?
Yes I believe so. Contact Arrow though to make sure.
@@trippontwowheels Will do! I was afraid of getting one because some people said they made it extremely quiet due to EU regulations. Is there a specific one I should get to avoid that or are they all the same?
I’d go with the Arrow Rebel. Hands down.
@@trippontwowheels Ok awesome. Thanks!
The truth is that the Arrow sounds good only when you're on stop and speeding up a bit. At high RPMs, it's just a slightly better version of a lawnmower.
How long did this install take? And the booster plug install?
The Booster Plug took about half an hour, the exhaust took about 45 minutes. Thanks for your question Larry, I hope you subscribe! -Tripp
Where did you purchase this exhaust? I have been looking online and when I find a place that lists Arrow exhaust, they never list this exhaust for the Vulcan S.
I ordered mine from a company in Italy on sale on Black Friday. No tax, no shipping. I can get you this information if you’d like. You can find the Vulcan S specific model on Amazon from a number of sellers.
How did you get the springs onto the manifold???
The exhaust looks and sounds so nice, but my goodness, 1k USD for an upgrade on ~7k motorcycle that gives zero boost to riding experience (only aesthetics) is just BRUTAL
True, but it was $600 on a $4200 motorcycle and it gives you one hell of a good riding experience. Great sound.
Me want.
Do you think I should get a used 2015 I found for 7k or a brand new one?
Woops actually it is a 2017 not a 2015.
What’s the asking price and does it come with any mods?
@@trippontwowheels
Asking 7 thousand dollars, no mods, 6k miles.
Dillon Hawkins $7k is waaay too much. $5,000 would be my limit. At that price I’d opt for new. But don’t, you’ll find lots of low-mileage options for less if you’re patient.
@@dillonh321 I got a 2019 with 2 miles for 7k
Where is the best place to find this exhaust? Seems to be one of the mellower choices as I dont mind the sound @ 6k on the stock exhaust.
Josh, I got mine from a retail outlet in Italy on Black Friday last November. It was about $250 cheaper than what I could find in the US. No tax, no shipping. Took about three weeks to get here. If I can find the retailer's name, I'll post it here.
Josh, I got mine from a retail outlet in Italy on Black Friday last November. It was about $250 cheaper than what I could find in the US. No tax, no shipping. Took about three weeks to get here. If I can find the retailer's name, I'll post it here.
Josh, I got mine from a retail outlet in Italy on Black Friday last November. It was about $250 cheaper than what I could find in the US. No tax, no shipping. Took about three weeks to get here. If I can find the retailer's name, I'll post it here.
Have you heard any delkevic exhausts on the 650? The two bros needs twice the db killer.
Two Brothers is obnoxiously loud in my opinion. I've heard Delkevic sounds good, but the people who have heard both seem to solidly prefer the Rebel.
Is it necessary to change anything in the computer system on the bike ??
Kim Wagner Not a thing. I would recommend a Booster Plug however. Works very well with an aftermarket exhaust.
@@trippontwowheels i am booking the Newly launched Vulcan S Bs6 2021 and ut will be delivered next Month..I so much want to change the Stock exhaust with this Arrow Rebel Exhaust, but what is the Booster Plug you mentioned? do i need to buy that too? does it comes with the Exhaust?
@@rickyl.colney7489 It does not come with the exhaust. You can find it at boosterplug.com. Highly recommended as it will greatly reduce the amount of engine braking, smooth out the bike's power band and make it easier to ride and enjoy. Thanks for your question Ricky, let me know what happens. I hope you subscribe and check out my website as well at trippontwowheels.com -Tripp
Better power as well as sound?
Supposedly about 2 additional horsepower is realized with the new exhaust. Plus I’m actually getting about 2 more miles per gallon which surprises me.
A dyno confirmed a 10% or ~5 HP top end increase.
Wow. No idea it added that much power. I’ve ridden the bike about 300 miles since the Arrow Rebel was added and I would have guessed it to be less. However, I never go WOT or over 75mph.
Will this fit on my kvs cafe year 2017, even though it’s for 2021 model? Please lmk thanks
It should yes, but please call the retailer or company to confirm. Pretty sure it does though but just make sure before you buy.
How is this video 5 years old and it got arrow 2021? Besides isn't arrow for 2021 watered down by EU-regulations?
What happened to the sensor ???
We reinstalled it, that part just didn’t make it into the video.
Am thinking about adding this to my bike. And thought you might be able to answer a couple of questions. I have a booster plug already. Will that work or am I cong to have to replace it with a power commander and re-map it? Also this is a good price but I have a 2015,would it be compatible? www.accessoryinternational.com/product/arrow-74505rb-rebel-exhaust.html
Tell your friend in Chicago I think he's an asshole for not owning a motorcycle. Best of luck
Sorry should have said for not owning a...
To each his own. All I want to do is kick his butt regarding our bet. Thanks for your help David!
No problem!
@@trippontwowheels I hope you get enough support to win. I have a Vulcan 900 Classic and hope you can get some video's specific to my bike.
I’ll see what I can do David! Thanks again.
nice muffler, that big rebel logo needs to be removed.
It would be nice if they gave you the option to have it there or not, but I kind of like it and will keep it there. The holes would make it look worse anyhow. :)