Header Compatibility

[.408cheytac]

I saw a few threads similar to this one but I wasn't really sure of the answer. I apologies if this is a duplicate topic.

I have a Stock 04' Katana 600 full exhaust (+header) that I wasn't to mount on my 1991 Katana 600. I know I will need to change mounting bolts and the position of the exhaust from the header back... but is the header compatible? Right now it is set up for 4 to 1 and so is the 04 header.

Thanks!

[cintidude04]

You would also need to switch the oil pan and pickup. Honestly try finding someone with a pre Kat that the exhaust system is in good condition but they want a 4-1 and trade with them.

[.408cheytac]

You would also need to switch the oil pan and pickup. Honestly try finding someone with a pre Kat that the exhaust system is in good condition but they want a 4-1 and trade with them.

The exhaust is already in my possession... lol

[cintidude04]

Well then you still need an oil pan and pick up.

[c-rod90]

Or you can dent the header. I'd buy a pan

[.408cheytac]

What is the right pan?

[cintidude04]

If you are wanting to use a pre exhaust, a pre oil pan and pickup would be the right pan. Pre= 88-97

[Wild-Bill]

If I'm reading this correctly,
1. You've got a 91 600 with a 4-1 exhaust already installed(??)
2. You have an exhaust from an 04 Katana that you'd like to install on your 91.

Unless the swap has already been done you'll need to swap the oil pan and pickup for ones from a 98-06 Katana to make the 04 exhaust fit. You can make it work by denting in the top of the 04 header so that it will clear your stock oil pan but you'd still have issues with the drain bolt being above the header.


Edit: Just saw the photos in your intro thread. Why would you want to swap out a V&H for a heavy stock exhaust??!!

[.408cheytac]

If I'm reading this correctly,
1. You've got a 91 600 with a 4-1 exhaust already installed(??)
2. You have an exhaust from an 04 Katana that you'd like to install on your 91.

Unless the swap has already been done you'll need to swap the oil pan and pickup for ones from a 98-06 Katana to make the 04 exhaust fit. You can make it work by denting in the top of the 04 header so that it will clear your stock oil pan but you'd still have issues with the drain bolt being above the header.


Edit: Just saw the photos in your intro thread. Why would you want to swap out a V&H for a heavy stock exhaust??!!

It has been trashed to hell. The slip on has no internals, I onced overhauled it installing new packing and baffle but noticed it did nothing to make it quiet.

The real reason is that the current headers are rusted to hell. MOST importantly the mid pipe cracked at the slip on joint to the header. I welded it back on but I have many leaks on both the welds and the spot where they conjoin. The mid section is also rusted about 1/3 of the way up.

I also leave for work at 4 am and I like my neighbors So I would love to quiet it down.

[.408cheytac]

I encourage criticism if needed. I will get pictures and post them of the current system.

[.408cheytac]

Is the oil pan specific to Only Katanas' or are there other bikes that use the same pan?

[Kreylyn]

Is the oil pan specific to Only Katanas' or are there other bikes that use the same pan?

http://www.ronayers.com/WhereUsed/N/9935/PartNumber/11511-26E01

Krey

[.408cheytac]

http://www.ronayers.com/WhereUsed/N/...er/11511-26E01

Krey

That's awesome!

Thanks