Best Aftermarket Motorcycle Exhaust Brands
Serious riders will look to invest in an aftermarket motorcycle exhaust as soon as possible, rather than keep the mass-produced, factory-made one the bike comes with.
However, buying an aftermarket exhaust is not a decision to be made in a rush. Whether it’s a slip-on end can or a full system, there are a number of brands to choose from.
Below are 10 of the best aftermarket motorcycle exhaust brands available right now, and some good reasons you should choose one.
Yoshimura
Yoshimura has been designing and manufacturing some of the best aftermarket exhausts on the market since the 1950s.
The quality of Pops Yoshimura’s workmanship has turned them into possibly the most famous brand of all. His tuning skills are the stuff of legend and his long-standing partnership with Suzuki saw them rack up countless wins on the circuit.
While Pops is no longer with us, his son Fujio is just as passionate and has kept the name alive, and they are still the brand almost everyone else looks towards.
Khrome Werks
A key feature of Khrome Werks aftermarket motorcycle exhausts, which are designed specifically for Harley-Davidson motorcycles, is the high quality steel and acoustic materials used during the manufacturing process. This helps to produce the deep sound riders have come to expect for their Harley’s and associate with products made by the brand
Riders love these exhausts because they offer reduced heat levels and enhanced performance that make them stand out against competitors.
Combined with the fitting, finish and style, the American-made Khrome Werks remains a brand to be reckoned with.
Arrow
Arrow Exhaust has been around since 1985 after being founded by Giorgio Giannelli. It’s a brand synonymous with Motocross given the many titles they have scooped up across a variety of race classes.
From full systems to slip-on exhausts, riders have confidence spending money on the Arrow brand exhaust because of its outstanding racing experience.
Termignoni
By far Italy’s most famous exhaust maker, Termignoni started out as a racing motorcycle tuner before turning his hand to develop exhausts and building the first ever aluminium silencer.
The trademark booming sound of their silencers is impossible to miss and their partnership with Ducati is just as legendary.
Over the years they’ve also won an ever-increasing amount of world championships in Moto GP and Superbike fields.
Vance and Hines
The Vance and Hines story goes back to the early ‘70s when Terry Vance and Byron Hines teamed up due to their love of drag racing.
Over the next couple of decades, they branched out into road racing and continued their success, winning both the Daytona 200 and 600 the first-time round.
They now build aftermarket motorcycle exhausts for machines made in the US, UK, Europe and Japan, and remain leaders in the field.
Bassani
As one of the most popular aftermarket motorcycle exhaust brands currently on the market, Bassani brings together classic style with longevity and first-class sound levels.
Whether it’s for a Triumph, Victory, Harley or Yamaha, you have the choice of full or slip-on systems to suit your bike.
And, of course, their famous 2-into-1 Road Rage systems are well-known within the V-Twin riding community, the iconic shape and style making them a real standout feature.
Cobra Motorcycle Exhaust
These aftermarket exhausts are known for their high levels of engine performance, as well as being easy to install on a variety of bikes. Cobra aftermarket motorcycle exhausts produce a low, earthy rumble that can turn a quiet cruiser into something far more aggressive sounding. From V-twin cruisers to BMW, Honda, KTM, Yamaha and more, there’s a Cobra exhaust system to suit almost any bike and to help you achieve the look and sound you want.
British Customs
For riders looking for Triumph parts and accessories, British Customs are one of the leading suppliers in the UK.
From Bonneville and Thruxton, to Scrambler and Street Twin models, British Customs offer slip on and full systems that take the bike to a whole new level.
Performance is the mainstay of this brand, their exhausts designed to increase horsepower, lower weight, produce a classic exhaust sound and to further enhance the lines of your Triumph.
Akrapovic
This Solvenian company entered the market as a small, unknown player in 1991 and has rapidly grown into one of the world’s best aftermarket motorcycle exhaust brands around.
Their use of innovative materials and hi-tech manufacturing processes ensures quality throughout the performance range Akrapovic is so well known for.
The trademark intertwining pipes are a real head-turner, although this does also come at a premium cost.
FMF
American company FMF makes all their exhausts by hand in the USA, ensuring their products stand out against mass produced competitors.
Primarily for off-road motorcycles, their exhausts focus on getting the maximum power and best performance from the engine so their customers can get the most out of their riding experience.
When you add all of this up, it’s easy to see why riders love this brand.
Toro Exhausts
Among the several UK based exhaust brands, Toro Exhausts have been making a name for themselves offering a wide range of systems for all the top manufacturers.
The brand was established in the South East of the UK and has been developed by industry experts to deliver systems that offer excellent performance, looks, and great value for money.
Benefits of aftermarket motorcycle exhausts
The feeling of power and acceleration when you open the throttle on a motorcycle is one of the best sensations you can enjoy.
Add a throaty growl into the mix and it is no wonder that fitting aftermarket exhaust parts is one of the most popular upgrades.
Increased power and performance
A free-flowing exhaust system unrestricted by complicated silencers and catalytic converters allows the engine to breathe more freely, both out and in. The exhaust gases clear more efficiently, and so air and fuel can be drawn in more efficiently. The result is increased power and performance across the rev range.
Enhanced efficiency
Power is one thing, but adding an aftermarket exhaust system can also help to enhance fuel efficiency. Improving the combustion environment not only means better performance, but with the engine working more efficiently you can use less fuel. It’s all down to how you apply the throttle!
Glorious sound
The sound of an aftermarket exhaust system is often the biggest pull factor for many riders. You will soon get used to any performance difference, but you will never tire of the sound. Stock exhaust systems tend to restrict noise to levels that are acceptable to your neighbours but not appealing to owners. Each brand will have its own individual sound, so be sure to compare these before making a purchase.
Style
Changing to an aftermarket motorcycle exhaust gives you the opportunity to enhance and personalise the looks of your bike. From how it is made and how it is finished to how it is positioned, there’s a style to suit all tastes. It creates an individuality about your bike and says more about your personality than the standard exhaust fitted by the manufacturer. It can set you apart in a crowd.
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