exaust cracked

[speedlimit85]

Maybe I take too many bumpy back roads. It's not too rusty, but today I heard rattling and there is a big crack through the right side just in front of the cross over.

Can this be repaired, welded, JB? Could be hard to replace. I rode aroundy with it like that today, It's not dangerous yet right?

[speedlimit85]

[speedlimit85]

Trying jb weld exhaust...

[DiverRay]

They rust from the inside, so you are probably close to "end of life" on the factory system. The JB may give you another year or two, so it's a good first try. If you know how to weld, or have a GOOD local welder, that could give you about four more years.

[motoman]

Speedlimit,, tack weld in four locations with a wire-feed welderl while exhaust is in place. Remove right side exhaust and finish welding break preferably using a torch and welding rod. Torch welding this spreads the heat across pipe while welding. Grind it smooth with an angle head grinder using a flap sanding disc. Paint the area using a can of Dupli-Colors High Temp Silver. That fix will last rest of bikes life. Just a tried and true procedure from a certified welder/fabricator.

[motoman]

BTW, Dupli-Color brand spray paints are primarily located at your local NAPA dealers. It is also a high quality paint brand that stays looking good for many years!

[2WheelFun]

I agree. Go right to a good weld shop. Do not use any epoxy as it will contaminate any weld repair.

[cajun31]

I had this happen on my original to me MNS. I took the bike to a reputable welder so that he could spot weld it to hold it together. I then took the exhaust off the bike and brought it back to him to finish the job. It would be best if you can find someone that can do TIG.

[speedlimit85]

better

[2WheelFun]

Hit it with a brush to clean off the oxidation and put a bit of high temp paint on it to keep it from rusting out in the heat affected zones of the weld.