This Exhaust Is EXACTLY What The Honda SCL500 Needed!

[@LifeOfBurch]

UPDATE- After just a few months with this exhaust, the entire inside of the muffler is COVERED in rust, so I had to uninstall it. Unfortunately, this seems to be a recurring issue with this particular exhaust because it’s made from mild steel and not stainless steel. Vance & Hines said that they’re getting with their engineering team to see if they can also coat the inside of the pipe to prevent this issue in the future. Until then, I unfortunately can’t recommend this exhaust anymore. BUT with that said, I’ve since found another great exhaust made by Coffman’s, swapped to that, and absolutely love it. It has better build quality, more benefits, and costs $100 less. You can check out the install/review of that exhaust here!- kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4C0c4mcd6aMd6ssi=dmEtWyyefP80zoAA

[@davidphillips7255]

That Vance & Hines sounds like the stock Honda Scramblers of the late 60's. Awesome.

[@pcthayer]

I love the sound of the new exhaust. I was kinda sad to see the old one go due to the chrome on it, since it reminded me of the CL's from the 1960's/70's. (But the new exhaust looks sharp anyway.)

[@avxy3632]

ironically a comment above yours is talking about how the new exhaust sounds like the ones from the 60s.

[@pcthayer]

@@avxy3632 Back in the 1970s a friend of mine had a CL350 but I really can't recall the exact sound of it now since it has been so long since then.

[@onecrazywheel]

When tinkering around or changing an exhaust on any modern motorcycle 🏍️ you want to let the bike idle for 10-15min before reving or riding. This allows the ECM computer to get used to the air and fuel and to the exhaust itself. I did this when I changed my stock exhaust on my 2022 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 to a Red Rooster exhaust. Great video. Great sounding V&H. God bless 🙏

[@ghosthippox]

Wow! What an improvement!! SOOO much better looking and sounding!

[@thunderpants645]

Love your channel. You're not a "bullet bike, all others suck" kind of guy. You give honest reviews regardless of manufacturer. Thank you, sir.

[@LifeOfBurch]

That means a lot, thank you!! Honesty always comes first. Thanks for watching! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@MrPage62]

You mentioned that you would have preferred a lower exhaust. The setup on your bike is intended to make it look like the Scramblers of old, but the disadvantage is the same now as it was then. It's a hot little booger right next to your right leg! Looks super cool but is a hot pain in the ass (literally) in the real world. I prefer the exhaust setup on the CB500F, but I prefer the layout (especially the seat) on your Scrambler. So...the ultimate would be a mosh of those two bikes! :)

[@High_Desert_Tanner]

Just my opinion, but it both looked and sounded better stock. WAY better.

[@BilliumRidesNC]

That exhaust made all the difference! Looks 1000% better

[@boomerhgt]

Looks nice sounds awful

[@davidroberts7490]

That exhaust looks and sounds good 👍 Another option for a low system would be to make or buy a short midpipe using a suitable bend to fit with a shorty tailpipe onto your original header. There is a cl500 forumn now and already somene has figured out how to improve the front suspension.

[@GB-jk4vt]

Is it not modeled off the Honda rebel? So perhaps rebel exhaust could be made to fit they're low slung

[@victorsantiago3424]

The new exhaust makes the bike sound and look way better. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@boomerhgt]

Does it fuck

[@BeardedKenyan]

Bro i havent seen your videos in about 6 months or so (been on my grind). Happy to see you still going but even more than that going so well! The Intro part of the video shows growth and that your decision to focus more on KZbin was a good one. Keep fighting brother!

[@psychemike]

Just bought one of these with the same exhaust from the Dealership brand new. Love it so far!

[@mahler2112]

I used to start my dad's CL450 when he wasn't home. I approve of this muffler lol.

[@Moto-Zero]

Man that exhaust sounds good!! The stock sounds really good too but the Vance and Hines of wow!

[@jamesmziegler]

As far as your bikes go, the SCL500 is my fav. It has such a classic look.

[@lena19191]

Yep agree , just a opinion, I would like to see the lettering “ Honda “ in white on the back seat as a throw back to the 1970 .

[@rchydrozz751]

Do what I did with one of my bikes. I used a cardboard tube cut to the angles I needed and took it to a muffler shop, to make that 2 foot pipe with the bends I needed. They had the correct size pipe. Made the bends to match my mock up pipe, and they had an expanding tool they opened up the end to my measurements, I needed to attach to the head pipe. I fabbed up a top mounting bracket that my buddy welded to the pipe. Then I bought a universal aluminum SuperTrapp muffler to fit my pipe. looks and sounds great.

[@TheJoebug55]

I think the arrow exhaust sounds a bit better to my taste. It gives the bike more bass and tames it a bit more than this v&h, this one seems too open and blaring loud... but to each their own... looks great though!

[@AnonYmous-kf7uu]

Same. I prefer a quieter exhaust.

[@jmackinjersey1]

I like your enthusiasm over the packaging.

[@paincmdr]

Looks a thousand times better that the original

[@MandalorianOfMiatas]

Now, Chrome piece + new exhaust. Perfection ❤

[@MandalorianOfMiatas]

Actually, the way it looks already is growing on me

[@hvymax]

Cartwheel it backwards down a hill a few times and you won't mind the little scuffs

[@michaeljaca7831]

I really think the design of the muffler and the reason why the bottom is bigger is due to the fact it's a stress point because the fact that it goes all the way up it and the weight of it can easily snap it so I believe it strengthen the point in the exhaust to prevent it from snapping from the vibration and bumps.

[@jmackinjersey1]

There are enough connection points on the stock unit so that there isn't going to be any undue stress on the lower portion of the pipe. Factory mufflers are designed to make the bike as quiet and have less heat radiate off of them, as well as emissions and fuel economy all mixed in. This is why they are the way they are, and it is one of, if not the first mod motorcycle owners make.

[@victoriazero8869]

@@jmackinjersey1 The catalytic converter is still there. Most of the weight is definitely vibration dampening and heat insulation. And sound baffles. I noticed that Vince has no baffles whatsoever.

[@tamasvitez6606]

The stock's sound is very good too!

[@akmankalash]

That exhaust is frickin amazing looking. Looks like a javelin missle

[@jackorear2536]

The new pipe makes a big difference. Looks better and sounds better!

[@beachwalk5178]

Nice job on the comparison video!

[@LifeOfBurch]

Thanks so much!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@charlesdudek7713]

Big improvement both sight & sound.

[@7heAteles]

Looks and sounds awesome couldn’t wait to see the vid!

[@xgalex6191]

I'm super glad to see you copped this. Most likely my favorite moto channel, and you got a bike I'm interested in to stare at and oggle haha.

[@robbieracer3294]

You should take the headers off and spray them with high temp paint to match the new pipe, the colors are a little off, but the fresh coat of paint will keep the headers from rusting

[@robertmonette7100]

Bro I like the looks and the sound of the Van'ce & Hines Exhaust

[@AdiposePhin]

Man Oh man! You are making me want a second bike to tinker on. Been eye-balling the KLX300SM for just that. I have a BMW K1600B that really doesnt have anything I want to add/tinker with. Enjoying the content!

[@leendeen8745]

Yep, you made it louder, good work

[@jetgadz]

This is good but I love it more when the exhaust is low. Maybe a fatbar handlebar will suit on this bike to make it more look good

[@BoyanSilyavski]

The stock sounds right for thr the exact bike. The new one looks way better but sound like a lawnmower with removed exhaust. When I am on my litter bike I always smile when I hear such bikes trying to sound bigger than a liter bike. but the looks are great

[@mightymikethebear]

The exhaust was a good addition to your new bike.

[@dunementat2191]

Interesting that Vance & Hines didn’t plastic or bubble wrap the exhaust to prevent it from getting scuffed against the box material.

[@markanthonypetra]

If you have access to a TIG welder it's easy to modify the stock primary pipe to a low mount. Cut off the 90 degree angle.....pick up a Moto GP Growler muffler and some short pieces of tubing and start welding. Mount the muffler to the passenger peg mount....done.

[@johnkraemer5505]

The new exhaust looks and sounds awesome! The stock exhaust was a boat anchor!

[@goodgoat3096]

The V&H exhaust looks and sounds MUCH better than stock. It actually sounds much like my old 1972 CB450 when the baffles were removed. I wish that Honda had taken more styling clues from the original CL450 Scrambler. HP?

[@rosarioroberto5823]

Greetings, As always another fantastic detailed video 🇺🇸🎉🍾🇺🇸 Keep producing more videos

[@RigiLiquid945]

Dude you at least should get a sunshade tent thingy. Where's your girl with the umbrella when you need her? Ok, damn! Night and day exhaust note!! Great choice

[@ajsissenstein]

New to the channel, you got me hooked with that exhaust sound 😵‍💫

[@christophertyacke6019]

Good purchase. Sounds 100% better.

[@thepangolinforge]

Sounds so much like my dad's 95 kawasaki en500 with it's modded exhausts.

[@KF1]

Nice improvement!

[@MightyMouzMoto]

I really want the one for the 1100. Gotta same up my pennies tho!Love the look and sound. And u know V&H is quality. 👌🏽

[@notgamingwithmax]

Loud pipes save lives.

[@Jordan-ws6jy]

Yass been looking forward to this one! A job well done as always! Such a cool ride 😎

[@LifeOfBurch]

Thanks dude!! I’m so stoked on this bike and the exhaust really just set it off! 😍🙌🏻

[@hvymax]

A little backfire on decell would really give it some cred!

[@irishamil]

Im here because im getting this bike thank you 🎉🎉🎉

[@antoniom4016]

I think I've found my beginning bike! I like Scrambler motorcycle a lot, and I don't think you can go wrong by buying a honda. 👌🏽👍🏽

[@jmackinjersey1]

I will agree, that is a nice improvement to the stock muffler.

[@GPgundude]

Looks great and sounds fantastic!! It’s a Winner!!

[@rickwoodruff8211]

Did V&H expected you to use the screws holding the old heat shield for the new one?

[@paulchristiansen7014]

do some exhaust wrap on it with a header and the wrap up to that heat shield..

[@Kenicavus]

The V&H has a thumpy idle but satisfying bass when revved. Much better than the stock.

[@porterdallenbach1639]

Honestly I want color matched fenders in orange.

[@jasong546]

Great job man sounds awesome!

[@akmankalash]

Put some exhaust wrap on pipe it goes with the style your going for. Put on a side axle lic plate and turn signal by hoop. You can cut that fender with a die grinder but a grenel might be safer.

[@jeffsoutherland7994]

Kinda hoped for twin outlets. Still much better than stock

[@francis105G]

Vance n Hines looks Awesome!!

[@enfieldriderpa1061]

what a cool ride! I gotta say, thanks to your videos I bought a XR150L for myself instead of a TW200.... and a Grom for my old man with some knobbier tires for local trails.. I own a RE INT650, but this SCL500 really caught my eye. If you ever come up to PA let me know, you can save the hotel bills and chill in the woods with bikes, beers and fire ;-)

[@air-run3984]

You should make it so fire comes out of the muffler so when someone is following you too closely, you can turn on the fire and burn them! That would be cool, huh huh huh.

[@Ikkimoto18]

That sounds wild!

[@ivanrendon8735]

I plan on doing this and you went through the pain for me haha - Liked an Subscribed!

[@brucewygal133]

Surprised there was no cat delete. It really does sound and look good thought.

[@anibalzen]

Awesome !!! now change the seat for a shorter no passenger seat.

[@sissydreams7494]

Sounds fantastic!!!

[@LifeOfBurch]

Agreed!! 🙌🏻😍🤘🏻

[@kimber1911]

We (my wife and I) have the Rebel 500 V&H and it's fairly loud..booming souind at idle which is awesome. We also have the Arrow race headers on the bike so that might add volume due to no Cat. Regardless, the sound is great!

[@hvymax]

Great Job managing your OCD!!!

[@KeViNMCMXXCIX]

Sounds good. Looks good on it as well.

[@Fiatmannen1]

Stock sounds better a bit more base and softer. The new looks better.

[@arbiter6452]

I bet if you rip down the parking lot and back a few times the crow will fly away lol.

[@j.r.arnolli9734]

Nice exhaust, looks al lot better Put some rings underneath the heat-shield, keep those 'long' bolts..... oeps, You did 👍 (at the end of the video)

[@hvymax]

Cutoff wheel in the Dremel will custom fit those bolts.

[@therideofalifetime]

Looks and sounds great Burch!! Hope you had a good 4th my friend. I love the look of it also love the life of Burch sticker you put on there lol 😂

[@donalddicorcia2433]

Now it’s only a fuel tank away from not being an ugly bike.

[@geeeee8268]

Well, the concept is OK I guess, but the price point is way up there for what it is. Almost $7K? Seriously? It needs exhaust, suspension, brakes, handlebar almost out of the box as literally everything on this bike is budget. By the time it's all done you'd be better off just shelling out $3K more for Duc scrambler Icon. Which needs nothing out of the box and 2x the power. IMO

[@TheWolf047]

your gonna become the favorite neighbor. o.e sounds way better

[@mineplow1000]

Re: Garage. Man, I feel you. Been working on stuff in the dirt and gravel for way too long. Would sell a child* to have a dedicated dry and heated workspace for once in my life. * = kidding, mostly.

[@denisaparicio7313]

Bro sounds way better!

[@davidinghram2494]

Your bike looks good, and sounds good.

[@MrShaggs]

Can’t wait to hear the Yoshi option

[@Harambes_Homeboy]

Nice video dude , love that bike 🤘

[@yamaharider8014]

The new pipe looks like it belongs on the bike, and the install seemed simple. The sound is much more attention grabbing. Hope the factory heat shield bolts are painted black. Great mod!....

[@MotoVania]

That looks sweet man!

[@wessonsmith40]

Thanks for the vid!!

[@TJ-qo2xu]

Definite improvement

[@lilynorthover8378]

I thought the first thing that should go on that bike was the exhaust. The Vance and Hines looks really good on there. Sounds good too. What's next? Mirrors? Headlamp grill? Fender extender? Look forward to what you do.😊

[@Brazos50]

It sounds good.No back fire?Many times when exhaust are installed bigger jets or fuel regulator has to be installed.

[@McTwistedTwisties]

I want a SCL1100 where instead of CB500X parts, they use Africa Twin parts instead like the mad lads at Honda want to be.

[@marcvanartevelde5586]

ST1100 has those weird shaped mufflers too, just to get at the rear wheel axis.

[@victoriazero8869]

...Stock one sounds better. Maybe I just hate loud bikes. The quietness and lack of vibration in stock muffler is always great no matter which one I ride. (I have Yamaha R15 and Intruder 400, used to have Hornet 250. Sometimes borrow my wife's ZX25R)

[@thepab3072]

I would probably put on a DB killer, sounds great but it would be a lot for daily use and the police in Quebec don't like aftermarket stuff on bikes

[@ED-ew7vy]

What was Honda thinking about that exhaust? I can’t believe someone presented that to a group of people at Honda and everyone was like, “yeah, that’s perfect”

[@franklinbittner4683]

Great video

[@lena19191]

Massive improvement in looks , I would still like to see a bottom mount version and I’ll deal with the frame bracket mount up top , maybe a after market cover could sit there . I like your fussiness in installing and inspecting the product , this is work of a passionate person . Sure we can get carried away with detail but its justified to keep above mediocrity. Much respect from🇦🇺

[@seanbrah93]

Man that sounds sweet