Exhaust Tape

Want to spend some quality time with your bike and improve its appearance and performance in the process? Then exhaust tape is the way to go. This addition to your ride is a classic way of spicing things up; it also looks right at home on cafe racers, sports bikes and V-Twin cruisers. To get a grasp on what exhaust wrap tape does and how to install it on your bike, we’d recommend checking out this tutorial. Once you’re ready to find the right motorcycle exhaust wrap, check out Cycle Gear’s huge assortment of products required for this straightforward job.

Motorcycle Exhaust Wrap Tape: The Fundamentals, Pros and Cons

The benefits of exhaust wrap tape are easily explained. You’ll draw heat away from the motor to the pipes, where temperatures will be regulated and exhaust gasses expelled more quickly. It’s indeed capable of increasing horsepower in exchange for minimal wrenching. This is the quickest summary of benefits that come with motorcycle pipe wrapping. There are plenty of riders (even some with personal pipe wrap stories) who'll readily speak to possible pros, cons and problems. This boils down to trapping moisture, raising the temperature of the pipes and the wrap itself getting worn down over time. It’s a cost-benefit analysis each rider will need to make for themselves.

Exhaust Tape Length & Add-Ons

The materials used in heat wrap for exhaust on your motorcycle must factor for the extreme heat it will be subjected to. Stainless steel exoskeletons and fiberglass are just some of the components used in wrap that can withstand intermittent temperatures of 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. The first thing you’ll want to make sure of when selecting motorcycle pipe wrapping is getting the right amount. More cylinders means more pipes, which means longer lengths of wrap are required. You’ll also need to pick up locking wire or other metal ties to keep the finished product in place. From there, the inherent benefits of exhaust tape are all in your hands. Roll up your sleeves, remove those pipes, take your time and get the job done right with parts from Cycle Gear!