We Fit a Z900RS 2018 Cafe with a set of Akrapovic Exhaust Headers with standard tail pipe. Cause it looks better.
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@capoverdepires6 жыл бұрын
“I can’t do much around here. It’s a suburban area”. After he’s just pulled a screaming wheelie then proceeds to do a burn out. Gotta love Aussies!
@Meme86ful5 жыл бұрын
Aussie great man
@aussie15464 жыл бұрын
@@Meme86ful I know
@nepalesenewar5733 жыл бұрын
hahaha, true
@twistedguy236 жыл бұрын
Seems like Akropovic headers + factory can is heaven. Think I'll be doing that to mine.
@MChappysGarage3 жыл бұрын
The akra headers and stock can sound beautiful on this bike. The stock setup sounds beautiful as well but I love the extra grunt with the headers. I'll definitely be doing this to my 2021
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
Yep i think stock they sound good,But the sound is like music to your ears..Love this, Thanks for watching mate.. Enjoy the Z900RS..
@supersportimpalass2 жыл бұрын
After hearing my bike in person I agree with all the comments I’ve heard about the stock exhaust sounding amazing. Too bad the only good looking imo single exhaust available is Brock’s and they don’t sell just the slip on. I think I’d be happy with the stock can and Akropovic header for the better flow. It seems as though quite a few people would agree.
@hollowaysteve6 жыл бұрын
I’m with you on the pipe. Standard silencer looks much better than the Akra and the headers make it sound perfect. As you took it out of the box I thought ‘man, that is ugly’ and then you agreed with me.
@Matteo-xm6xo4 жыл бұрын
Best video of the z900rs.that wheelie with that can with that color was 10/10.badass!
@AussieKawiman4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate,Just had to do it...Appreciate the support,Just got to keep it real, Thanks for watching. :)
@nabiji6 жыл бұрын
Top bloke. If only local dealers were so happy to see me when I do the same thing while testing their bikes.
@racerdaveracerdave3 жыл бұрын
The burnout at the end. Awesome. The thing really sounds amazing with the header
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
Glad you watched it to the end...Bonus.. Thanks mate.
@Xiao_PP6 жыл бұрын
"I think the standard one looks better" Agreed
@midlifebiker74245 жыл бұрын
Sounds great and love your enthusiasm.
@MissMan6666 жыл бұрын
Sounds real good, would love to see a dyno map after this has been fitted, to see how much power is lost/gained from changing the flow. As with almost all other newer bikes, a powercommander with new map is likely needed to make up for the changes.
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately I don't have access to a Dyno, Am sure someone will do it soon though. Rode a couple of hundred kms on it on Sunday and it didn't miss a beat..Pulled well and no backfire on the rundown at all, Sounds great going through the hills....Will load that soon,Thanks for watching, Enjoy
@blip986 жыл бұрын
Kawasaki beat Acropovic to the punch with that can! The purists were screaming about no 4 into 4 exhaust but everyone back in the day ditched them for 4 into 1's.
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Yeah they go on about the 4 into 4 but you are right always put the 4-1 on them,Love that sound...Thanks for watching.
@OKstang776 жыл бұрын
Just need Star to make a 4 into 1 drag pipe and all will be good.
@vinnyozorio17826 жыл бұрын
Na mate .. Prefered the 4 into 2 drag pipes..Cross-over variety.
@beamdoctor56376 жыл бұрын
On my 2002 Aprilia Mille R, Stock it came with a massive muffler. It looked like a Cannon. I ended up putting a full race Arrow system on, that has 2 high Arrow cans on side of tail. I could have went with a single and save weight but the bike is already a little heavy. So I went with the 2 high mount cans for sound and looks. People love that loud thunder. I love bike but realize modern sport bikes handle much better. Sometime it's not always about the weight. The best thing about loving bikes is eventually buying multiple bikes for different situations.
@DukeOfTwist2 жыл бұрын
@@beamdoctor5637 Hmm multiples: I own three Tuono's '04, '14 & 21 & my Brother owns 2x '08's an R & a Factory. lol
@Cool_Rider256 жыл бұрын
I was really waiting for someone to make a video on this aspect (exhaust sound aka ride-by sound ) , really appreciate your efforts on making this video and perfect timings.
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Thakns Cool Rider25, I love doing it as i say," That is why we ride..."Thanks for your comments, Enjoy..
@johnedwards16856 жыл бұрын
Those very early racing colours are sensational. Thank you very much for the opportunity to see a Z900 in that scheme. You are absolutely right about that Ak can, its hideous. If somebody can sculpt a sympathetic four-pipe for this bike as per the Z1, they’ll never want for money or beer ever again.
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
I hear ya John Edwards, I will let them know..Great bike to ride as well, Thanks for watching.
@ajsmotolife56416 жыл бұрын
Wow pretty cool it still sounds so good with the stock can on an aftermarket header.
@AridersLifeYT3 жыл бұрын
i have my eye on this bike, not really a kawasaki fan as ive owned 30+ hondas but god damn, that green and looks has won me, pending a test ride.
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
Get out and ride it, You will be an owner for sure...Thanks for watching mate..Enjoy
@ianlevy87654 жыл бұрын
Excellent vid! Just what I needed to see and hear thanks!
@AussieKawiman4 жыл бұрын
Ian Levy My pleasure Ian,Glad you enjoyed it mate,thanks for watching 🇦🇺👍
@WesleyArchbell5 жыл бұрын
Got to love the akra headers :) first thing I will be adding on to my next bike. Full akrapovic 🏍
@CorvusHyperion2 жыл бұрын
Interesting that with modern bikes most of the muffling is done in the cat assembly rather than at the can. Love the combo above.
@AussieKawiman Жыл бұрын
Cheers mate,Thanks for watching and commenting on my videos mate,Much appreciated..Great to see👍🇦🇺
@karlsbikestunts6 жыл бұрын
Glad you gave it sum .nice little mono too
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Just having fun jonny allan...Just having fun...
@marktiller13832 жыл бұрын
In the old day's all my triples were rejetted with allspeeds or higgspeed chambers, yosihimura for inline four's. Nowadays I don't bother just the standard system. If there's an exhaust that can make a ninja 400 sound like my ZXR 400 with a yosihimura then I'll buy it.
@AussieKawiman2 жыл бұрын
The only thing that could make a Ninja 400 sound like the ZXR400 is jam a 4 cylinder in her....Thanks for stopping by mate..
@TheMatrixcube5 жыл бұрын
My z750 (2012) without cat,no link pipes on exhaust header and custom exhaustdamper sounds exactly the same 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Recognised the sound imidiatly
@AussieKawiman5 жыл бұрын
Can't beat the sound of an unrestricted inline 4 Kwaka....Thanks for watching mate....
@iREVIEWitALL4U6 жыл бұрын
this bike i will once own if i recover to fit again its so cool thx for sharing
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
My pleasure, Hope you get your fitness soon as this is one cool bike to ride, Thanks, for watching,Enjoy...
@iREVIEWitALL4U6 жыл бұрын
Aussie Kawiman thank you m8 I rode a bmw r9t but sold it after brain stroke struck in 2017 cheeers
@mattlock58803 жыл бұрын
Them headers sound so sweet on that bike I can't wait to put them on my bike too z900 rs 2019 brown & orange all the ways from Ireland...
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
They will make you smile.. Thanks for watching mate, Enjoy :)
@mattlock58803 жыл бұрын
@@AussieKawiman the sun is shining here today in Ireland so out the side gate of my house I'll be gone for a spin .....I like'd the way you put it up on its back wheel.....
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
@@mattlock5880 , Great to here Matt, Get out and give it to it. They are so much fun to wheelie... Love it enjoy the summer..
@mattlock58803 жыл бұрын
@@AussieKawiman just finish work now I'm a taxi driver here in my city....limerick city of Ireland.... Yes went out on it today for 3 hours I kept within the Irish road speed limits ( ya rite that didn't last long )....I have 5 z"s....z1000 ltd 1980 z900 A4 1976 z900 ltd 1976 & z1000 A1 1977 & z900 rs some fays I don't no what to sit my ass on ....I turn 50 this Summer but I'm a young 50 I still think I'm about 25 when I go on my bikes especially when I'm on my older z's .....haha....
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
@@mattlock5880 , Sounds like a great garage you have there... Yeah i just turned 49 and I wold say i still feel like a young fella carrying on everytime I get on a bike...I only work in the industry just to ride all the different bikes.. Stay cool and enjoy the riding mate..
@07zx14White6 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. I definitely like the looks of the factory silencer and that fact that it sounds great when used with the aftermarket header. Did they have to modify anything to fit the stock silencer to the header or did it just clamp on? Thanks
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Just clamped straight on, Thanks for watching., Enjoy
@lancelink886 жыл бұрын
Aussie Kawiman Your set up is the best!! Well done.
@Hunter_S-fr4ns5 жыл бұрын
Watching this again.. like 10 times now haaaa... sounds like a fucking beast... roll on 2019 when I get mine
@AussieKawiman5 жыл бұрын
Lucky you..I am waiting for another demo so i can get back out and ride, I absolutely love riding this bike and when i get on anything else i am dissapointed... Thanks for watching 10 + times....Enjoy..
@longboardtxco5415 жыл бұрын
I love that set up, the stock exhaust looks way better than the Akrapovic.
@AussieKawiman5 жыл бұрын
I hear ya mate...love it..
@antonyrajarathinam99764 жыл бұрын
Sound so awesome !! your wheelie as well :) Wish you to be in bayarea - California (2020)
@AussieKawiman4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, Just can't help myself....Glad you like.Thanks for watching mate..
@TheBeardofDOOM3 жыл бұрын
I really like the stock headers and can. Perhaps it is because I’ve spent the past couple years going potato potato on a HD, but I really like the subtlety of the stock setup.
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
Agreed mate, The stock set up looks the part and still sounds really cool. Kawi spent a lot of money getting it right..And succeeded I would say..Thanks for watching
@chrisratcliffe58606 жыл бұрын
Legend! Good choice with the can as well. Once the engine wears in it would be disgustingly nice
@alejandroosorio1295 Жыл бұрын
What a sound!!!
@AussieKawiman Жыл бұрын
Music to the ears..Thanks for stopping by mate..👍
@emudshit6 жыл бұрын
That akro slip on is terrible what are they thinking, by far standard looks better and classic as it should
@craig_sez85346 жыл бұрын
I only scanned the vid but didnt i see a full system??
@AussieKawiman5 жыл бұрын
@@craig_sez8534 , The full system was a bit crap looking, As soon as i saw that the headers slipped onto the standard muffler i was like...YES Please..Sounds great, When i get my next demo i will put the ful lsystem on to show you mate, thanks for watching,...
@stevenbatley86663 жыл бұрын
Sorry who designed that, the factory one looks so much better.
@Justen19803 жыл бұрын
I bought akrapovic headers and kept the stock muffler, I have yet to wheelie the thing though :(
@rickytyson87783 жыл бұрын
instaBlaster.
@j.mendizzle32375 жыл бұрын
Gotta give a like after that wheelie and a burnout 👍
@AussieKawiman5 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate..Glad you liked it..Thanks for watching...Enjoy
@dschaefer13513 жыл бұрын
KZfaq SUCKS with all the banner ads. KZfaq ads really hurts your great video.
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
I did not realise, I have not watched it for a while, May have to sort something out., Thanks for persisting and watching, Hope you liked it, Cheers...
@motomookie80325 жыл бұрын
Nice sound but I’m not changing a thing on mine. It’s perfect 👌
@AussieKawiman5 жыл бұрын
Sure are a nice bike as they come out.... Enjoy
@howardrossell27712 жыл бұрын
That new side pipe on the clutch exhaust band. And that new side hack formulator on the dump side of the ignitor. But bypass the the fuel mixture juggler on the down thrust of the double side. It might peel the tamale 🫔 🤔 from the bun. So bunch up strap down its diner time mate.vroom
@AussieKawiman2 жыл бұрын
"Ditto" 😂😂🤣😁
@4F6DA7TP5 жыл бұрын
Шедевральный агрегат!
@AussieKawiman5 жыл бұрын
Спасибо, приятель, это чертовски отличный велосипед .. спасибо за просмотр ... Наслаждайтесь .. :)
@neverendingmods5 жыл бұрын
Sounds much better and I agree the stock can looks way better than the akro can.
@dominic92792 жыл бұрын
Oh far out mate I'm extremely excited about this bike or an rs with the system
@AussieKawiman2 жыл бұрын
Sweet as, They are awesome.. Enjoy
@dominic92792 жыл бұрын
@@AussieKawiman some people say that the throttle is snatchy what's your opinion?
@AussieKawiman2 жыл бұрын
@@dominic9279 , I have not really noticed it, I do ride a lot of bikes though.. But is small thing for emissions or something.. Does fell a little snatchy though..Nothing too serious though.
@lunayconsuela6 жыл бұрын
I do wonder what it would sound like with the Akra muffler. Could you make a follow up video?
@RedRoo133 жыл бұрын
I think a Booster Plug with the Akra header will do the job at a lower cost than a Power Commander or similar set-up. The Booster Plug is relatively inexpensive and enriches the fuel mixture by making the ECU "see" an outside air temp that is 20 degrees lower than actual temp. I used one on a Speed Triple I owned when I installed a low restriction exhaust and it ran great.
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
Yeah mate agreed, We are running a Woolich ECU tune and that seems ok, but would love to have a Dyno to adjust more..Will try a Booster plug in next set up..Cheers mate.
@RedRoo133 жыл бұрын
@@AussieKawiman BTW, I ended up buying a Z900RS Cafe for $9350 USD and I love it! Kawasaki really got the exhaust tone right but I am thinking of putting the Akra header on, because I've read that the bike sheds 14 lbs. or 6.5 kg by eliminating the cat and, as evidenced by your video, the Akra gives the Z a louder and deeper tone. Like you, I will leave the stock can on the Akra header because Kawi got that right, as well. I threw the Booster Plug idea out there because it worked well for me on a bike in my past and is simple and low cost. YMMV. Cheers and have fun on your Z!
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
@@RedRoo13 ,Nice one...Love it.
@MidnightRiderMidnightRider6 жыл бұрын
11:55 best sound ever
@albymangled5 жыл бұрын
11:11 now ride directly to dyno centre
@Stclairm15 жыл бұрын
Sounds sweet with that header and stock pipe!! Nice!!
@AussieKawiman5 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, we think so too,Thanks for watching mate..
@lancelink886 жыл бұрын
I agree the standard looks very good, I'd keep it standard. Akropovic can make a better exhaust if they wanted to but seems they are too lazy.
@supersportimpalass2 жыл бұрын
4 years later and all the mufflers available are still ugly as sin. The Delkovic 4-4 look stunning but not really my thing I like the single can. Brock’s is sweet but only available in a full system and crazy $$$$$
@Hunter_S-fr4ns6 жыл бұрын
Pure music👌
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Rock and roll......
@LeviSiccard6 жыл бұрын
Just did a testride today! What a fun bike this is!
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, Sure is, The sun ids finally out here after 4 weeks so hopefully get a ride in on Sunday...Thanks for watching.Enjoy
@m1cky66 жыл бұрын
Haha, most Aussie review ever....I'm likin' and subscribin'!
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
MICHAEL P ,Thanks mate will try and keep em coming👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
@24james3 жыл бұрын
Sounds awesome! Job well done sir💯👍🏽🔥🦾
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
Thanks James, Still getting views years after, And still a great bike. Thanks for stopping by mate..enjoy.
@alanjones77906 жыл бұрын
Like your videos....good to hear the sound without the cat
@rides1naked6 жыл бұрын
Kawasaki did such a fantastic job designing the muffler. One of the most beautiful factory mufflers ever. None of the aftermarket cans look as good. It sounds fantastic with the header swap and factory can. Have you noticed any discoloring on the akro header yet?
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
rides.naked ,Yep correct with the design so nice,as for colouring on the headers well not really,still looks as new after 1300klms I actually sold them onto a new bike because the factory had ran out.So bike in video is now back to standard.Thanks for watching 👍👍
@jackbruce83246 жыл бұрын
The standard looks better. But the system probably works better with the akro slip on. Sounds like it needs a tune or ecu flash. It splattered before red line
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
jack bruce ,Yeah probably does need tune but the spluttering was the traction control stopping the engine from reving any more.Thanks for watching 👍👍
@jackbruce83246 жыл бұрын
Aussie Kawiman didnt even think of the traction control. Thanks for the correction mate. Love your vids
@seanpurcell90566 жыл бұрын
Ye the stand can well nicer set up and get set up on rolling road and air filter upgrade be nice to see the hp different
@MR-kg9rc6 жыл бұрын
Sounds amazing
@exothermal.sprocket6 жыл бұрын
Pop a Leo Vince Factory S onto those Akra headers and it would sound deep and ripe.
@davidmiatke67586 жыл бұрын
I would have liked to heard it with the Acro can just the same
@34979Charlie6 жыл бұрын
Get it on a dyno asap so they can flash the ECU and tweak the fueling .. all bikes these days come from the factory extremely leaned out to be able to meet emission standards , changing the headers without giving it more fuel and riding it hard like that will cause damage in the long run if you don´t ... also having it flashed will give 15-20 HP more than standard plus the bike will run cooler.
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
No worries Benjamin M, will do it when i get a chance...Thanks for watching, Enjoy...
@malcolmmathers26905 жыл бұрын
sounds nice looks nice I had a Jaffa with a Yoshi kit back in early 8ts scared the crap out off me more than once more than twice I think this new bike be a vast improvement on my old z1e
@AussieKawiman5 жыл бұрын
The old beasts were a bit of a handful, The new ones are nothing like the old, might look similar but amazing what 40 years of technology does.I have still scared myself a few times on the new ones.. :O Thanks for watching mate..Enjoy :)
@thinkingimpaired56633 жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
We think so too, Thanks for watching ..
@See_Sharp6 жыл бұрын
Please do an SC project 70s twin conical exhaust.
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
I had a look at the pipe and it is a slip on, To get any decent sound out of the Z900RS you need to do the headers as well, I may be able to do it as soon as i get it but at $1540 for a slip on i might give it a miss,Unless they send me one up to do this as a demo and i send it back. Thanks for watching, Enjoy...
@streboris5 жыл бұрын
Those stickers for No Knives, roughly translate to 'no numpties' :)
@hantabox6 жыл бұрын
The appearance of the muffler in the genuine state was clean and good, but it is the tuning which can find the sensitivity which is insufficient 2%. Thanks for trying first. Many references.
@michaelstewart30426 жыл бұрын
Akro's baby baddest pipes on the planet bar none🖖🖖🖖🖖🖖🖖
@probey762276 жыл бұрын
Why not fit the Acro can and do a Standard, Acro Headers with Std Can and full Acro system test. Its very suspect when you say, you did not like the look of it, but then do not show us? Of course it sounds better then stock, but better than the full system, we don't know. Also what other changes were made to the full system map to compensate for the pipe? Thanks
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Time is the main factor for not swapping and changing everything and doing different combo's , If you see at 1:58 you will see the Acro pipe, I have put Acro pipes on other bikes (Z900 ) and it sounds the same as the muffler is a straight through on both. If i had heaps of time i would swap them out. I have now sold the Acro headers so it is back to stock, Hmm might just put the Acro muffler on and do quick run, Also did not change the ECU tune at all, Just put the headers on, Seemed to have ran well with just this. Thanks for your input and also for watching, Keep an eye out for the Acro pipe, Cheers,Enjoy..
@dco9566 жыл бұрын
Luv that vid Big boy....drop a tooth on the front and walk that thing.....your a great salesman !
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Thanks David Conine,Just doing what i love mate, Drop a tooth?? Great idea... Watch this space....Should we do that? might be too much fun...Thanks for watching, Enjoy..
@katana2586 жыл бұрын
so just cutting out the cat ..splicing in a pipe to stock muffler and your done .. no cost thanks
@kinopic6 жыл бұрын
Good sound🏍️💨 I want!!
@kinopic6 жыл бұрын
Get it!! Very good sound and soul🏍️💨
@themetalmaiden7462 Жыл бұрын
That combo sounds so much better than the stock system. Kinda reminds me of the old KZ1000 with a Kerker on it. I'm going to look at a 2023 Z900RS Cafe tomorrow and this is the exhaust setup I would want. Did you have any issues with installing the O2 sensor in the new Akro pipe?
@AussieKawiman Жыл бұрын
Is a great combo, the only one we do. The 02 sensor has a port to screw it into the headers so no problems at all. Hope you enjoy the new ride mate and thanks for stoping by..Enjoy
@themetalmaiden7462 Жыл бұрын
@@AussieKawiman Awesome, thanks for the info.
@kj3852 жыл бұрын
Sounds amazing. But that’s just basically an expensive de-cat pipe.
@AussieKawiman2 жыл бұрын
Not at all mate, A titanium header pipe is lighter with larger diameter in the pipe. So saves a bit weight and more flow, But essentially you are correct if all you want is no cat and some noise... Thanks for watching mate.. Enjoy
@JohnnyRebKy4 жыл бұрын
I wish they would make a Vulcan 900 with that motor 👍😅
@AussieKawiman4 жыл бұрын
HMMMM,That would be interesting... Will ask Mr Kawasaki.. Thanks for watching mate... :)
@briansilver61964 жыл бұрын
Very nice
@Audace14004 жыл бұрын
Nice Bike Mate👍. Tough choice between this and the Z900 ABS.
@AussieKawiman4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree,Both are great machines..If I only had more space and Ca$h?? Thanks for watching mate...Enjoy
@kieculpitt4073 жыл бұрын
Thinking of buying a 2021 RS..... the stock exhaust sounds lame.... thanks for the video, sounds awesome with the "after" set-up!
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
Great bike, Get one in the garage...Thanks for watching mate..Enjoy
@mricho222 жыл бұрын
I have ordered the Akra headers, they are on their way, however someone has offered me a link pipe for 50$. What would the difference be? There is obviously a massive saving if I installed a link pipe.
@AussieKawiman2 жыл бұрын
The Akra headers are a wider pipe giving more flow, and lighter weight as well. The standard headers are a dual walled pipe so 2 layers to make them look fatter and help the pipes not colour up from the heat. Also if you install the Akra and don't like them you can put the stock system back on..Good luck with the Z9, Cheers..
@mricho222 жыл бұрын
Hey ! Thanks for your reply. I went with the akro headers. A couple of questions : did you have to use a reducing sleeve from the end of the link pipe to the stock exhaust? Mine isn't sliding on because the link pipe is 5 mm bigger than the stock setup. My link pipe is also coming in contact with the frame of the bike, doesn't look like yours did so in the video 🤯🤯🤯🤯
@Flopo1016 жыл бұрын
Is there an even louder version of the akropovic for the z900 rs?
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Not that I know of mate, But you could leave the end can off and just run headers and that would be loud....Not recommended but LOAD...
@beamdoctor56376 жыл бұрын
Nice avoiding that dumpster at the end.
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Beam Doctor, I go through there everyday and did not even realise it was there, Well I have not hit it yet...Thanks for watching,Enjoy...
@sorendk16 жыл бұрын
Agree 100% The original can is far better looking, perfect match to the new cat-free pipes and the end result is just perfect. Almost like being back in the 70´s, listening to this beautie :o) But the crackeling sounds like a re-jetting/mapping is next or what do you think?
@sorendk16 жыл бұрын
Nevermind, just read the comments and many others have suggested a remap :D I wouldnt like to ride it to much until then, but it sure does sound good :)
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Yep does look and sound great and yes would be good to run on a dyno and remap,But this bike was put back to stock after about 1500klms.Is a great addition to the Z900RS.👍
@MrMoto9482 жыл бұрын
No more cafe in OZ. Special order maybe?
@AussieKawiman2 жыл бұрын
Not even that mate.. Hoping we may see them again but not in the 12 months... Thanks for watching mate...
@Hunter_S-fr4ns4 жыл бұрын
Hey got my RS at last.. got the 2020 green and yellow.. now time for the akro fronts 🇬🇧👍
@AussieKawiman4 жыл бұрын
Ohh Yeah, Good on ya mate..Welcome to the club..Akra headers then smile every time you ride, Go out and enjoy that beast.. Cheers mate. :)
@Gideon_Judges6 Жыл бұрын
I really wish someone would make a set of UEL headers for this bike to give it a little rumble. The inline 4 with the stock pipes just doesn't match the styling.
@AussieKawiman Жыл бұрын
UEL? Not sure what that is but the Akrapovic headers do the trick…Thanks for checking out the video 🇦🇺👍
@Gideon_Judges6 Жыл бұрын
@@AussieKawiman UEL is a recent abbreviation for unequal length, as in the primaries are not equal. It would be slightly down on horsepower due to lack of scavenging affect but would sound more rumbly. Think older Subaru, which I hate that sound on a car, but might sound more interesting on a motorcycle.
@AussieKawiman Жыл бұрын
@@Gideon_Judges6 ,Awesome, Thanks for that, Yes agreed would be nice..Cheers mate..
@bobpalm7045 жыл бұрын
Just wondering if the factory center stand can be used with this new exhaust? I think no as in the 1 picture it seems to go inside of where I believe the center stand installs? Any comments or have you tried one with this setup? Thanks.....really interested in the Cafe too...the Kermit Frog Green however isn't my first choice...but a blue is available for 2019 here in Canada but at a premium (of course) over a 2018 model :(
@AussieKawiman Жыл бұрын
Very late reply here,Yes it does for no probs.I am so sorry for the 3 year wait for my response.Hope you weren’t waiting for me.😂👍🇦🇺
@scrateshooter4 жыл бұрын
It's the duck's guts. You are a big guy. I look small on that bike.
@AussieKawiman4 жыл бұрын
The bike is small mate...Well sort of.. The ducks guts alright, she sucks nitrous!!
@mondenoutdoorcamp25564 жыл бұрын
Good evening! Kawasaki z900rs A good sound! A good motorcycle!
@AussieKawiman4 жыл бұрын
Love the Z900RS mate..Bloody great bike. Thanks for watching mate..
@craigsears16736 жыл бұрын
One last question for you (sorry if it's stupid) there is no 02 censor on the stock exhaust is there? If so, how did you deal with it?
@ripping6 жыл бұрын
yes there is a lambda (02) sensor on the stock pipe, and there is a place to put it on the akrapovic headers too. Its in a different position but you reroute the wire and fits just fine. I got the just the headers today for mine, not fitted yet but read the instructions. I will be using the stock muffler too.
@craigsears16736 жыл бұрын
Ripping Silk Amazing!!! Thank you for clearing this up for me!!
@MrKdr5006 жыл бұрын
All modern electronic fuel injected engines have an O2 sensor from the factory.
@AussieKawiman25 күн бұрын
👍
@kalaharimine6 жыл бұрын
Looks like the guy didnt like the squat matt can with ugly letters. The standard set up sounded better.
@leeasam6 жыл бұрын
do you think the RS can would fit the standard Z900?? the standard Z900 can is a bit ugly. looking to go yoshimira but the RS can is sweet!
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
I will check it out for you, Would be great if it did, I have them here,Give me a day or 2 and i will get back to you, Thanks for the question i never thought about doing that, Thanks
@leeasam6 жыл бұрын
if they did it would be sweet. just then need to know where I could get one lol!
@leeasam6 жыл бұрын
any luck on trying to see if RS can will fit standard Z??
@marshallcollins86345 жыл бұрын
That carbon fiber thing took the (RETRO) right out of the concept. I'm glad you came to your senses and didn't use it. It sounded like it was missing a little when you started it and then it stalled and stumbled a little when you left. Did it clear up or do you really need a programmer, I have been looking for a follow up after your weekend ride but I haven't found one.thanks for the videos.
@AussieKawiman5 жыл бұрын
It was a little cold and i am pretty sure it needed to warm up, I also gave it to it as well, In a perfect world i would get it tuned and as we found when you do this the power delivery is smooth and you get an extra 5+ HP out of it..I am not sure if i put up a video on the ride, will have a look,But it will probably just be saying how awesome the bike is and everyone should have one!! Sorry but i just love this bike...Thanks for watching and hopefully enjoying the vids, Cheers mate..
@dougg10755 жыл бұрын
Love the cafe style MAD MAX!!
@AussieKawiman5 жыл бұрын
Yep,The Toe Cutter he knows who you are.... Thanks for watching mate, Enjoy..
@johannjacobs64014 жыл бұрын
Great sound 👌
@AussieKawiman4 жыл бұрын
Sure is, I love it, thanks for watching mate..
@RedRoo134 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! You nailed the sound everyone used to go for back in the 70's when they tossed the original 4 tube exhaust and put on a 4 into 1. I know from the comments you are a big guy. How is leg/knee bend for you on a longer ride? Is the bike and seat all-day comfortable? I can pick up a new 2019 for a little over $9K here in the USA and I'm really close to pulling the trigger. I was considering a 2020 1000 SX until I saw a RS Cafe in person. It is a gorgeous bike but they won't let me test ride it. Kudos from a new subscriber. Cheers!
@AussieKawiman4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support mate, I love the Z900 Cafe, Feels great to ride, I have a bit of an issue with my right knee and after about 2 hours it twitches and aches a bit,From when i went arse up on a KLR650,but still too much fun to get off. If i was doing more distance riding i would go for the 1000SX but for a cool fun Sunday ride the Z900RS Cafe all the way. Good luck with choosing and thanks for subscribing,should have some more up soon.. :)
@stuartbirchall39714 жыл бұрын
Rawnchy ! Very bloody rawnchy.
@AussieKawiman4 жыл бұрын
I hope you mean the bike ... :)
@stuartbirchall39714 жыл бұрын
@@AussieKawiman Ahh, yeh !
@hankvinson84586 жыл бұрын
Awesome bike
@RobMelancholic2 жыл бұрын
Hey mate, been enjoying your videos, especially the Z900RS ones. I'm currently in the market. Do you guys have anything available right now? Cheers, Rob
@AussieKawiman2 жыл бұрын
Hi Rob, Thanks for the support mate, I do enjoy doing the videos and makes it worth it when they are liked. I do have 1 Green 2022 model left in stock if that is what you are chasing. (07) 5450 3500,Cheers mate..
@RobMelancholic2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieKawiman Hey mate, not a problem (re the support). Do you guys still do the custom colours? I'm looking at getting a 2nd hand, low Kay model. I'm in Victoria. I'll keep an eye out on what you have on hand, but feel free to contact me if something comes up! Cheers, Rob
@AussieKawiman2 жыл бұрын
@@RobMelancholic , Cheers mate, I have not done a custom colour in a while, Last one went to Victoria late 2021. Can not get any to do anything with. I do have a new 2022 Green one i stock if that is what you are chasing. Will keep you in mind if i get anything, Will need to be quick to secure if you want one..Good luck mate.
@TopshelfJunior2 жыл бұрын
@@AussieKawiman Question.. Once you swap out the headers, does it a) VOID the warranty ?! ANd b) is a TUNE needed after you swap the headers ?! I know some people do em but, is it mandatory ?! Will the bike still run fine ?
@AussieKawiman2 жыл бұрын
@@TopshelfJunior , Good question, The bike runs sweet with the headers but does pop a little on the deceleration, Does not harm it but with a tune tends to run. Abut smother and is always the best option. As for warranty? I don't think it would do anything to the engine to warrant a claim and have seen nothing ever happen.Thanks for watching mate..
@yengpnoi6 жыл бұрын
Aussie Kawiman, how about the 02 sensor? What did you do with it?
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Noriel Cunanan it just screws into the Acropovic has a spot for it to go,Thanks for watching 👍👍
@yengpnoi6 жыл бұрын
Aussie Kawiman... thanks
@davidmahaffey21806 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. Does it still have the low down punch with this exhaust or did everything move up the rev range a bit? Also, I know you said it is fine without a tune, but would it benefit from a tune, or is it just not necessary? Thanks.
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Hi David, Still has the low punch if not a bit more,It does run fine but if you have the funds and time a quick run on a dyno by a good tuner may smooth it out a bit,All up as it sits feels great, Thanks for watching, Enjoy
@sabaruengineering38436 жыл бұрын
Very Good Review & You did a good job, Thank You
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Sabaru Engineering Thanks mate appreciate your feedback.Thanks for watching 👍👍
@marcocarmona54786 жыл бұрын
how much weight did you save by changing the headers?
@AussieKawiman2 жыл бұрын
+Geez, Just saw this one mate.. Sorry was about 6 kgs..
@f_f_s19126 жыл бұрын
Is it still legal with no cat in QLD? Or is it a grey area?
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Douglas Rowe ,Not 100% sure,Will wait and see I suppose.Maybe a grey area??
@capoverdepires5 жыл бұрын
I’ve just fitted the akra pipes to my new Z900rs cafe. Sounds outstanding. Loud as hell when you’re moving but nice and chilled at a stand still. Only problem is I now have the engine managment light on. Do I need a remap?
@AussieKawiman5 жыл бұрын
Great one mate, We just did another one today, always love seeing the customer start it for the first time.. Engine light? is the sensor plugged into the exhaust? Check that and if not you need it to be in so the computer can map it, In a perfect world i would get it tuned but should not need to...Thanks for watching mate..Enjoy :)
@KutWrite4 жыл бұрын
Amazing! The stock pipe looks and sounds fine to me, and I usually switch to an aftermarket first thing. So, your choice to keep the std. can but dump that huge box & heavy pipes is a good one. What's that Ford Ranchero looking car/truck in the front lot? THAT is cool!
@AussieKawiman4 жыл бұрын
It does sound good with the stock pipe, We love it. The ford is the Falcon Ute, Blue one? Pretty much everywhere around here..Good utes, 6 cylinder 4.0 litres go well, Thanks for watching mate, Enjoy..
@KutWrite4 жыл бұрын
@@AussieKawiman: Probably unavailable here. Thanks for the info.
@frogmanjack87906 жыл бұрын
That's badass mann love it
@AussieKawiman6 жыл бұрын
Cheers frogman jack, Just having fun in Oz man...Thanks for watching.
@enut233 жыл бұрын
Just picked up an RS cafe myself. Was wondering if the standard can bolted right up to the Akro headers or if any modifications were needed? Thanks sir! And love the green. Mines gray.
@AussieKawiman3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations mate, You will love this bike,It defiantly is my favourite of the range. Enjoy the new ride and thanks for watching,Also check out the rest of my channel as I have quite a few mods on the Z900RS', Enjoy..