Do carbon pipe guards work?

It’s a legitimate carbon fiber product, not just fiberglass, and it’s rigid enough to offer true protection. When you place the guard on the YZ250 pipe, it’s clear that the guard is a precision fit. A hard impact can distort the pipe without making a dent. This is actually a good thing.

What does a pipe guard do?

They will protect from dents, but unlike the rigid carbon fiber guards they will bend under a hard impact to keep you from damaging things like the exhaust port.

Should a 2 stroke smoke?

Since the engine is burning pre-mix oil we have to be careful here, because blueish-white smoke is a normal occurrence of two-stroke engine operation. However, excessive smoke after warm up can be an indicator of a couple problems.

What causes a 2 stroke to smoke?

During the scavenging process the oil is transferred up into the combustion chamber and burned. Since the engine is burning pre-mix oil we have to be careful here, because blueish-white smoke is a normal occurrence of two-stroke engine operation.

What kind of exhaust pipe does two stroke use?

The Scalvini expansion is a true cone pipe that can trace its DNA back to the works pipes used by factory two-strokes and is built in Italy. Scalvini hand-builds each pipe to mirror the bottom performance of stock with a harder mid hit and a stronger pull on top.

Why do you need an expansion chamber in a two stroke pipe?

As the forces in a two-stroke pipe design have become more well-understood, designers have been able to create engines that take more advantage of them and in fact require an expansion chamber to run at all.

What kind of pipe does a dirt bike use?

Its MX2 Works pipe is made from 19-gauge carbon steel, features broad-based power gains, is hand-welded for a proper fit, and is made in the USA. The MX2 Nickel pipe from Bill’s is identical to the MX2 Works Pipe but is double nickel-plated for improved durability and looks.

Which is the best two stroke FMF silencer?

The Fatty is FMF’s branded two-stroke system and has been a staple for over three decades. It’s a carbon steel system that has gone through FMF’s Tru-Flo stamping process for a proper fit and performance specs that target a broad powerband. The nickel-plated finish enhances durability, and it can be used with an FMF or stock silencer.