RESEARCH&DEVELOPMENT OF AMERICA, INC. 5420 DANIELS STREET STE A, CHINO CA, 91710 (800)634-9166 (909)628-4722 FACSIMILE (909)591-2198 www.yoshimura-rd.com OFF-ROAD PERFORMANCE EXHAUST SYSTEM KTM 2009 450 XC-F/SX-F 2523503 STAINLESS STEEL FULL SYSTEM WITH ALUMINUM SLEEVE THIS PRODUCT IS DESIGNED FOR USE IN CLOSED COURSE! RACING AND IS NOT INTENDED FOR ANY OTHER USE.! CAUTION: The muffler packing on this system MUST be replaced every 6-8 hours of use, or after each moto. Failure to follow recommended muffler re-packing interval can cause muffler damage and may void the warranty. NOTE: IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, IT IS ILLEGAL TO MODIFY THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM, WHICH INCLUDES THE CARBURETORS OF ANY VEHICLE.
Installation Procedures: Page 2 Caution: Exhaust system can be extremely hot. Let motorcycle cool down before beginning installation. Always wear hand and eye protection and take precautionary measures to avoid injury. Note: Read through all instructions before beginning installation. Tools Needed: Metric Socket Set Ratchet and Extension Metric Torx Bit Set Torque Wrench Installation Steps: 1. Place motorcycle on centerstand. 2. Remove upper rear shock mounting bolt. (To relieve pressure on bolt during removal first break bolt loose then remove bolt while holding rear wheel up. An assistant may be required for this process.) Caution: Rear wheel/swingarm will fall once the top bolt is removed. Fig. 1 3. Remove lower rear shock mounting bolt and remove rear shock from bike. 4. Remove muffler to tailpipe exhaust springs using supplied spring puller tool. 5. Remove muffler bolts and remove muffler. 6. Remove header to manifold/flange springs. 7. Remove header chassis mount bolt. 8. Remove header. 9. Install Yoshimura header onto stock manifold /flange. 10. Install supplied rubber grommets into the two muffler brackets. Install supplied spacers to the inside of the muffler. 11. Install Yoshimura muffler/tailpipe assembly onto header. 12. Install tailpipe mounting bolt. (Note: Make sure that the stock spacer and rubber grommet is still installed.) 13. Install supplied spacer between the front muffler mounting spacer and the frame. Install supplied bolt and washer. 14. Using supplied bolt and washer bolt muffler to rear chassis mount. 15. Install header springs using supplied spring puller. Fig. 2 16. Torque tailpipe mounting bolt to 14 lb-ft (18.9 Nm) 17. Torque muffler mounting bolts to 16 lb-ft (21.6 Nm) 18. Install rear shock using the reverse steps of removal. Torque to factory specifications. 19. It is recommended that the entire exhaust system be wiped down with rubbing alcohol to remove oil and fingerprints. This will help prevent tarnishing of the finish after the exhaust is heated up. 20. Before starting motorcycle check for proper clearance between new exhaust system and motorcycle (i.e. rear brake, frame, tire, etc.). If any problem is found, please carefully follow through the installation steps again. If problem still persists, please call Yoshimura technical department at (800)634-9166 / in CA (909)628-4722.
Part List: Page 3 #2523503 12 9 5 4 7 8 3 6 6 2 11 10 1 Parts Diagram NOTE: After starting motorcycle, it is normal for new exhaust system and muffler to emit smoke until oil residue burns off. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY PART # 1 Yoshimura Stainless Steel Header 1 2523-101 2 Yoshimura Stainless Steel Tailpipe 1 2523-144 3 Yoshimura Race Muffler with Aluminum Sleeve 1 2522703-RMA 4 Aluminum Spacer (Long) 1 ALS-019 5 Aluminum Spacer (Short) 1 ALS-007 6 Small Exhaust Spring 4 RACE-SPX-1 7 6mm X 35mm Socket Head Cap Screw 1 M6X35 8 6mm X 50mm Socket Head Cap Screw 1 M6X50 9 6mm Washer XL 2 6MMWASHERXL 10 8mm X 25mm Hex Head Bolt 1 M8X25H 11 8mm Washer 1 8MMWASHER 12 Aluminum Bracket Rubber Grommet 2 Z1022 ** Spring Puller Tool 1 ST-200 ** Off Road Encap Plug 1 347PLUG ** Yoshimura Vinyl Sticker 1 17029
RESEARCH&DEVELOPMENT OF AMERICA, INC. 5420 DANIELS STREET SUITE A, CHINO, CA 91710 (800)634-9166 (909)628-4722 FACSIMILE (909)591-2198 www.yoshimura-rd.com S p a r k A r r e s t e r C l e a n i n g Information 4 2 1 Caution: Muffler can be extremely hot. Let muffler cool down before removing spark arrester. Note: Tools Needed: 4mm Allen Key Wire Brush Pair of Gloves Safety Glasses Read through all instructions before beginning disassembly. Cleaning Steps: 1 Using a 4mm Allen key, remove the bolt that secures the aluminum ring and spark arrester to the muffler (see Parts Diagram for location). 2 Remove the spark arrester from the muffler. Parts Diagram NO. DESCRIPTION QTY 1 Aluminum Ring 1 2 Spark Arrester 1 3 Spark Arrester Securing Bolt 1 4 Muffler Assembly 1 3 Using a wire brush, remove carbon deposits from spark arrester screen. Inspect the screen for excessive wear or damage. If spark arrester is excessively worn or damaged, the spark arrester must be replaced. Cleaning and inspection should be performed after every 60 hours of use. CAUTION: Gloves and safety glasses should be worn while cleaning spark arrester. 4 Re-install spark arrester and aluminum ring. Torque the spark arrester securing bolt to 1.0 kg-m (7.3 lb-ft). NOTE: It is recommended that a low strength Loc-tite is used on the spark arrester securing bolt.