I have a FUEL end can with the centre stand stop, fitted perfectly with no fettling required, run it with the baffle removed, sounds ace. Also have a DNA air filter which makes it breathe more easily.
Looks great. Don't know why there are such slim pickings re: slip ons CB500x wise. Even back in 2021 the menu was short brand wise. I went with a Leo Vince, which essentially looks just like your's. I do have a center stand, but fortunately it is adjustable so no issues there fitment wise. My connection was like yours on the mid pipe. I did research and found Permatex Ultra Copper gasket maker to be highly recommended to use where the mid pipe slips on the header and for good measure I also did another bead of it where the mid pipe joins the actual slip on. Recommended cure time was 24hrs. Zero leaks and I installed it immediately upon buying the bike about 8k miles ago. Found that gasket maker online pretty cheap. One big selling point is if you ever go to remove the exhaust its not a giant hardened mess. 'Supposedly' just separates with ease and not much mess on the pipes to clean off. Just sharing in case you develop a leak from vibration down there. Your new exhaust sounds really good. I think our oem exhaust sounded to tame plus the looks of aftermarket are always better.
Good info. I do have exhaust paste but didn't want to use it, as you say it makes a concrete mess. Luckily, so far, after cinching it up post-ride a couple of times it has bedded in. There was an Arrow can I wanted, but very difficult to obtain. Overall it's worked out at a budget to suit... 👍
Should have got a Black widow, the link pipe is built for a centre stand, which works, and endless choice of cans 👍 cheapest £139 (inc link pipe) up to £400 🙂 The graphite gasket is not needed, just use Holts exhaust paste, sets rock solid when heated up to temperature, and no escaping gases.
I did look at it. I didn't like the look (also, may sound daft, I was a bit superstitous about the name - dumb I know). But good to know it fits. There was no need for paste (I do have some). It tightened and sealed after a few rides. Cheers for info, will help others 👍
Sadly the Black Widow exhausts are not road legal in the UK, they don't have type approval nor do they carry the required BSAU stamp, my bike failed the MOT because of it, had to put the stock can back on. 😟
After my CB500x test ride, I wholeheartedly agree with you Codger. Although I'd have left the baffle out, because I'm a hooligan 😂 Stock was just too quiet for me and I found it hard to feel or hear where I was in the rev range without looking down at the counter. I dare say that with a few more miles under my belt that I'd have tuned in a little more and it wouldn't have been an issue. Sounds nice, and looks titanium. Can't complain for that money.
Horses for courses. Round these here parts not drawing attention of the Five Oh is a benefit. I'd take it out up your way. It's not perfect, mainly regarding the centre stand stop position. But it's working now, I got it before the price hike so it'll do... (unless I ever see a cheap Arrow 😉) 👍👍
New to the channel, found you while looking at front 16t sprocket change. What's that GB Racing on your bike where it used to say honda (not very mechanical so I dunno if it's the gearbox case or what lol. ) Appreciate your vids, cheers!
@@CodgerBiker ahhh I see! Excellent! Well I'm about to do the sprocket change when the part arrives. Will look at protection at some point in the future, didn't know this existed. I'm in Australia so I may not be able to get this version but I now am better informed thx to your vids! Ride safe!
haha - should you - of course you should :D i had a 500F and arrow 300+ leo vince mostly the same saw these and also gpr - ebay at the time were doing a 20% off so went and bought one and it was great - when i bought an nc 750x i bought another the 500 cost 130 and the nc was 160 i think - wind on in 2nd and 3rd induction noise is addictive and the 750 doesnt even rev that high - wonder what it would be like at 12k :D - never have i left a baffle in an exhaust :)
Ha ha! Yes, well of course I did. Not sure others should if they have a centre stand. I do like it and it’ll be staying, unless, one day, I ever find a cheap Arrow. It’s fine, and as you say, nice tone without a baffle. So plenty of ‘audio’ options. Thanks for watching/commenting (positively too!!) 👍👍
I just bought a left hand one of these for my NC750X so the unnecessary writing can't be seen. I have to say though, decent build quality and materials for the money. I won't be wasting money on overpriced names anymore
Yes I did. My good friend has an NC750 Dct I've ridden a few times. He takes it everywhere, a very capable bike. I chose the 500x on price. It's a 2nd bike and has worked out well for me. Thanks for watching. 👍
@@CodgerBiker Thank you for your answer. I can not make up my mind about which would be more suitable for me as I am 6'5"... I sat on NC750X at local honda dealer shop and found that sitting position is not so bad as I thought it would be...
That's hard to say. The CB500x is a smaller bike, but with a higher seat. If I was your size I'd be looking at an Africa Twin. You can get taller seats for those too. Great bike, I had one in the past.
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I have a FUEL end can with the centre stand stop, fitted perfectly with no fettling required, run it with the baffle removed, sounds ace. Also have a DNA air filter which makes it breathe more easily.
Good to know. The looks weren't for me, but ease of installation is always a bonus. 👍👍
Looks great. Don't know why there are such slim pickings re: slip ons CB500x wise. Even back in 2021 the menu was short brand wise. I went with a Leo Vince, which essentially looks just like your's. I do have a center stand, but fortunately it is adjustable so no issues there fitment wise. My connection was like yours on the mid pipe. I did research and found Permatex Ultra Copper gasket maker to be highly recommended to use where the mid pipe slips on the header and for good measure I also did another bead of it where the mid pipe joins the actual slip on. Recommended cure time was 24hrs. Zero leaks and I installed it immediately upon buying the bike about 8k miles ago. Found that gasket maker online pretty cheap. One big selling point is if you ever go to remove the exhaust its not a giant hardened mess. 'Supposedly' just separates with ease and not much mess on the pipes to clean off. Just sharing in case you develop a leak from vibration down there. Your new exhaust sounds really good. I think our oem exhaust sounded to tame plus the looks of aftermarket are always better.
Good info. I do have exhaust paste but didn't want to use it, as you say it makes a concrete mess. Luckily, so far, after cinching it up post-ride a couple of times it has bedded in. There was an Arrow can I wanted, but very difficult to obtain. Overall it's worked out at a budget to suit... 👍
Should have got a Black widow, the link pipe is built for a centre stand, which works, and endless choice of cans 👍 cheapest £139 (inc link pipe) up to £400 🙂 The graphite gasket is not needed, just use Holts exhaust paste, sets rock solid when heated up to temperature, and no escaping gases.
I did look at it. I didn't like the look (also, may sound daft, I was a bit superstitous about the name - dumb I know). But good to know it fits. There was no need for paste (I do have some). It tightened and sealed after a few rides. Cheers for info, will help others 👍
@grays5112 got any links please?
Sadly the Black Widow exhausts are not road legal in the UK, they don't have type approval nor do they carry the required BSAU stamp, my bike failed the MOT because of it, had to put the stock can back on. 😟
Looks far better than the OEM exhaust, plus has weight saving too!
That’s the 2 plus points, agreed 👍
After my CB500x test ride, I wholeheartedly agree with you Codger. Although I'd have left the baffle out, because I'm a hooligan 😂
Stock was just too quiet for me and I found it hard to feel or hear where I was in the rev range without looking down at the counter. I dare say that with a few more miles under my belt that I'd have tuned in a little more and it wouldn't have been an issue.
Sounds nice, and looks titanium. Can't complain for that money.
Horses for courses. Round these here parts not drawing attention of the Five Oh is a benefit. I'd take it out up your way. It's not perfect, mainly regarding the centre stand stop position. But it's working now, I got it before the price hike so it'll do... (unless I ever see a cheap Arrow 😉) 👍👍
@@CodgerBiker Ooh! Arrow 🤤😂
Ha ha! 🤣🤤
Another great video and I agree it looks smart on the bike..
Cheers! Yes I'm pleased with weight, looks and tone. 👍
New to the channel, found you while looking at front 16t sprocket change. What's that GB Racing on your bike where it used to say honda (not very mechanical so I dunno if it's the gearbox case or what lol. ) Appreciate your vids, cheers!
No worries: 👍
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@@CodgerBiker ahhh I see! Excellent! Well I'm about to do the sprocket change when the part arrives. Will look at protection at some point in the future, didn't know this existed. I'm in Australia so I may not be able to get this version but I now am better informed thx to your vids! Ride safe!
Great sound ... and another possible addition... Just curious. What is your position on the upper crash bars?
Not needed, in my opinion, if you only intend to ride on roads. See my previous answer. Thanks for watching 👍
Awesome bud sounds and looks mint 👌🏻
Cheers! Thanks for your support as always 👍👌
haha - should you - of course you should :D
i had a 500F and arrow 300+ leo vince mostly the same saw these and also gpr - ebay at the time were doing a 20% off so went and bought one and it was great - when i bought an nc 750x i bought another the 500 cost 130 and the nc was 160 i think - wind on in 2nd and 3rd induction noise is addictive and the 750 doesnt even rev that high - wonder what it would be like at 12k :D - never have i left a baffle in an exhaust :)
Ha ha! Yes, well of course I did. Not sure others should if they have a centre stand. I do like it and it’ll be staying, unless, one day, I ever find a cheap Arrow. It’s fine, and as you say, nice tone without a baffle. So plenty of ‘audio’ options. Thanks for watching/commenting (positively too!!) 👍👍
Should call the channel codger bodger
Nice video. Do you think the connecting pipe could be used on the OEM muffler just so your foot does not rest on the muffler?
Would not work as they both connect in same place.
Ok thanks. I guess I need a new muffler then
I had problems fastening the springs that hole the muffler to the pipe.
No springs on this one. But I know what you mean. You need a good spring hook. 👍
I just bought a left hand one of these for my NC750X so the unnecessary writing can't be seen.
I have to say though, decent build quality and materials for the money. I won't be wasting money on overpriced names anymore
I’ve found it to be just fine 1000 miles on. Better than the OEM blunderbus that is for sure 👍
A little off-topic... have you evet considered NC750x instead CB500x ?i Thanks
Yes I did. My good friend has an NC750 Dct I've ridden a few times. He takes it everywhere, a very capable bike. I chose the 500x on price. It's a 2nd bike and has worked out well for me. Thanks for watching. 👍
@@CodgerBiker Thank you for your answer.
I can not make up my mind about which would be more suitable for me as I am 6'5"...
I sat on NC750X at local honda dealer shop and found that sitting position is not so bad as I thought it would be...
That's hard to say. The CB500x is a smaller bike, but with a higher seat. If I was your size I'd be looking at an Africa Twin. You can get taller seats for those too. Great bike, I had one in the past.
@@CodgerBiker Yup, I have looked AT too, but found it too big and expensive. Anyway, thanks !
Social distortion great band
Gotta agree. Looking forward to the next album 👍
looks well smart, boy racer now lol
I like it. Cheers! Zoooom! 👍
Best mod you can do to the bike...the standard pipe is a brick and restricts the power😂 nothing wrong with the cheap Chinese pipe they work fine.
Happy with the can. Not so much with the centre stand stop. If no centre stand it is 👌
I had the Akrapovic rip off Slip on end ... sounded great and much cheaper..