Standard exhaust fitting

[andysthlm]

Morning!

I am perhaps the only person on this forum who is looking to keep the standard exhaust on their PX125 disc (2003). I don’t mind the power (for what I use my PX for).... I have hardly any knowledge or experience with the mechanics side of things, so thought I’d start with trying to fit a standard exhaust first before anything more technical (I hope to have a Road 2:0 exhaust next time, when I’m more clued up!)

Anyway, my question is: fitting a standard exhaust (which I have always had on) do I need to change anything else? I presume I can leave the carb alone if it’s just a like for like replacement? I was just going to get a new attaching bolt and washers... is there anything else I need to do or is worthwhile doing whilst I am about it?

Thank you for your time in replying, it is very much appreciated!

[scooterg]

Have you bought a new standard exhaust and about to fit

[phattanglo]

Hi Andy,
It's pretty straight forward but I personally would recommend taking your back wheel off after you've loosened your exhaust bolts as it just makes access a lot easier.
For the record if you are contemplating fitting a Sip road 2 I would do it this time round as your carburettor would probably only need a bigger main jet and promise you it's simple to change.
The sip and the standard exhaust are physically the same to fit and I have found the build quality of standard exhausts a bit iffy as they nearly always need some form of alteration to make them fit.
Hope this is of some help.

[scooterg]

I just let some air out the rear tyre,
So the bolt would slide back more

[andysthlm]

Aug 1, 2019 7:41:26 GMT scooterg said:

Have you bought a new standard exhaust and about to fit

Yes, I have one on the way...

[ianmartin40]

If you are replacing the bolt that goes through the engine mount use one with a taper at the tip of the threads as it makes it easier to line up as it locates more easily.

Ian

[mijapxman]

I would have bought and fitted the exhaust Scooterg is selling on here, if it was me.😉

Mij☺

[del]

Hello.
be sure to smother the bolt in anti-seize grease (Copperslip) and a spring washer. I always put a smear of exhaust assembly paste on the connection as well.