KTM DUKE 790 | SC Project S1 slip-on install | sound check

[@zerocochrane1713]

I have this exhaust, when accelerating or just after start motor it makes a great impression. But the akaprovic has a nicer bass sound, more rich. The S1 has a nice compact size and looks good on a motorcycle.

[@episode04]

To answer some of the questions here. I have this exhaust on my 890. The difference between stock is like night and day. When you remove the db killer, ohh my word! In terms of loudness, the stock is 55%, SC Project with db killer on its like 75% and no db killer is like 100%. Its got some serious base. To remove the db killer, you just need pliers. Or hit it from the inside/opposite side with a broom stick. I heard the Akra and I was really disappointed. The difference between stock and akra is like 10%-15% at best.

[@aakashk530]

Awesome video man, appreciate you uploading and showing the whole process. Does this have a removable DB killer? Also if you are in the states, where did you purchase this exhaust from?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

Thank you. It has a removable DB killer. It is a bit different what I saw on KZbin, it using a bolt instead of snap ring, and it is basically narrowing the outlet diameter. No metal "cup" at the bottom of the DB killer. You can see a hole in the inside of the muffler end. That is the one you need to remove, then pull the DB killer out. I am from Europe, I ordered from the SC-Project website (link in the description).

[@SalmonTroutSteelheader]

@@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic Did your exhaust come like that? Got mine a couple weeks ago but theres no access hole. They make you drill through the carbon fiber to access the bolt to take the db killer out. Mines for the MT-10 but wouldnt think theyd be that much different besides the mounting brackets.

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

@@SalmonTroutSteelheader yes it does come like this. Looks like they change the design of the DB killer from model to model.

[@ZedeX24]

best exhaust for this bike, unfortunately in italy restrictions laws on non-legal exhausts are really strict…

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

Here also (Hungary). For MOT I changed back to the OEM slipon. Here if you ride respectfully on road and not hooning around, cops are not bother you that much.

[@ZedeX24]

@@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic feel you😂😂 ride safe tho✌✊

[@mikaelborjesson3339]

Here in Spain also, BUT might buy it anyway. The stock sounds OK, but the design...

[@PWN3DJvc]

hello, got a 890 duke R. Also got a ixrace slip on exhaust and my boot goes straight on the pipe so it melt on... I'm 45 EU Feet, do this happen with dat slip on ?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

Hey, the tube/slip-on does not touch my shoe, only issue with it was pointed out by some of the viewers that the carbon-fiber heat shield can touch the boots (with shoes I do not have any contact with it).

[@tubeyuber803]

Remove baffle. Sounds waaaay better. I gave on my 890r

[@francescopaoletti8953]

Buongiorno. E' compatibile con l'890 duke 2022. Si puo usare in strada. Grazie.

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

Ciao, per la Duke 890 del 2022 hai bisogno di questo come da sito ufficiale: numero di parte: KTM12C-41T (per la Duke 790 il sito dice: KTM12A-41T). Questo tipo S1 non è omologato per la circolazione stradale. Il tipo SC1-R (codice prodotto per la Duke 890 del 2022: SCP-KTM12C-91) è omologato per la circolazione stradale. (creato con il traduttore online)

[@maximus6670]

Great presented video, well done and thanks.

[@thomasmauritius5972]

Where did you get the Sticker for the fueltank from?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

@@thomasmauritius5972 I made that myself. You can find a video about it in my channel. I used a stencil and Cut myself out from automotive vinyl wrap.✌🏻

[@KUKI_de]

nice video mate 😊 Thumbs up!

[@j.h.237]

Hi, would you recommend this exhaust? Do you have any DB readings? I actually have the Akra slip on installed on my 790 but I’d like something a bit louder without having to mess with the cat or DB killer which is a pain with the Akra. This exhaust is a real contender, believe it’s one of the louder slip ons?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

Hi, unfortunately I do not have DB readings. What I can tell the sound is deeper, raspier and louder. I definetly can hear it more with helmet on. The SC-PROJECT website says at 4500 rpm it producing 100 DB with DB killer on (102 DB without). OEM sticker says 94 DB at 4500 rpm. There are some videos with DB readings on youtube. I did not ride my bike since the video because of the rainy weather, tomorrow will be warmer and shiny day, so I can try it. Will come back with feedback.

[@j.h.237]

@@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic thank you. I will await your feedback :)

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

@@j.h.237 Definitely louder than the original. The exhaust is more audible over the entire rev range. If you like a raspy, deep sound, this is the one for you. At idle speed, it can be too much if your ears are a bit sensitive, but at cruising speed it's not too bad. I did not use earplugs. I've searched through videos and this is the closest one sound wise:: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGfalHykrpJmlc0

[@j.h.237]

@@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic thank you! Last thing, is it easy to remove the DB killer?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

@@j.h.237 You're welcome. You need to unscrew 1 button head socket cap screw (you can see its location at 0:16 or 1:32 ) and then you can pull out the DB killer. It has a tight fit that I can tell. Did not remove it, just checked how it is fitted.

[@belabartha3071]

Hey, did you remap the bike or is it not needed? Where can i find this information?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

Hey, it was not needed. Decat, or full system requires remapping from what I know.

[@belabartha3071]

@@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic thanks for the answer🙏🏻

[@jimmylau6388]

Just curious. With the stock exhaust when I am riding on the ball of my feet, my right heel is in contact with the heat shield of the exhaust and it's not he most comfortable. With the SC Project S1 exhaust, does your right heel make contact with the exhaust if you are on the ball of your feet on the peg?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

I am not a sporty rider but my heal do not make contact with the pipe/heatshield. Heatshield on the SC1 is made from carbon which is a better heat insulator than stainless steel. Hope I answered your question. Ride safe

[@jimmylau6388]

@@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic Thanks for that.

[@JoseSanchez-xg6ll]

The same happens to me

[@Surya_14-05]

Can use the same one for my 2020 duke 890r?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

I think the part number is different for the 2 bikes. Check the sc-project website for it.

[@felixpoirier3193]

hi mate, does this exhaust come with a db killer or not?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

Hi, it does. Every SC-Project comes with a DB killer.

[@felixpoirier3193]

@@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic and is it street legal?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

@@felixpoirier3193 hi, there is no approval number on it, and there is a laser engraving at the bottom of the muffler (where it is connecting to the middle pipe) "for racing only". SC1-R the one with approval, that is street legal, but it is a bit more expensive (+100 euro).

[@chrisd8884]

Does this require a remap or not?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

It does not require a remap.

[@MrWiskin]

Save $300 by buying a cat delete pipe for $40 same differernce!

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

I intend to keep the cat. For me it is easier just to swap the slip-on back and forth if needed. And also you do not have to remap/retune the ECU with the cat delete.

[@MrWiskin]

@@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic not if using the Booster Plug!

[@saibot_201]

where I live it‘s illegal to remove the cat, we can only change the muffler😂

[@jordiauladell9147]

if you remove the cat and don't load a new map... you loose a lot of power in medium revs zone.... Tested on my 890gp23

[@Chad5ter]

I’ve the same bike, but with a Hindle DeCat and it sounds 200% better 🤪😇

[@MinhThuan998]

I wish i have same as :)) i drive duke 390 :(

[@_andrektm_2695]

è omologato?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

Nope, for E homologation you need to buy the SC1-R slip-on for example

[@thefrog011]

How tall are you?

[@Mr.Bearded.Mechanic]

176 cm ~ 5'9"