Two Brothers Racing BMW F650GS - Manual (Page 2)

Fully tighten the 4 (four) 6x14mm socket head screws
of the V.A.L.E. assembly. For the best fit, tighten the cap
screws in an “X” pattern.
Reinstall rear plastics, seat and rear hatch cover
behind seat.
Before you run the bike, clean off all fingerprints and
dirt, as any oily residue will etch the metal and become
somewhat permanent when the system gets hot. Also,
remove any plastic film from the name badge(s) and or
canister clamp(s). Run the bike and enjoy. It is normal
for some white smoke to appear the first time you start
the bike. This is packing/manufacturing oil from inside
the pipe burning off. Check for gaps or leaks. If you find a
leak, a little high temperature silicon sealant should fix it.
After 50 to 100 miles, recheck all fasteners for tightness
and tighten if necessary.
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Install the supplied muffler hanger bracket: Remove
the rear most nut which secures the left side of the
grab bar. Slip the supplied hanger onto the protruding
screw and re-install the OEM nut to secure the bracket.
Tighten securely.
Slide the supplied X-Lite™ V.A.L.E.™ retaining ring
onto the supplied slip tube . Use the 6x14mm Socket
Head Cap Screws and 6mm split lock washer to loosely
join the slip-tube to the muffler canister. Do not fully
tighten yet.
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Care & Cleaning
Care & Cleaning
Keep system free of dirt and moisture. Store in a cool, dry place. Make sure vehicle is
completely cool before maintenance.
Stainless Header System: Polished stainless steel pipes will turn a light golden hue
after a few heat cycles, this is a normal characteristic of high quality stainless steel.
Clean using a mild water based spray cleaner. Always apply cleaner or polish with a soft,
clean cloth.
Titanium Header System: Polished titanium pipes will experience color shift ranging
from deep blue/purple through amber after a few heat cycles. This is a normal
characteristic of high quality titanium. Clean using a mild water based spray cleaner.
Always apply cleaner or polish with a soft, clean cloth.
Polished Aluminum Canisters: Use an aluminum or mag wheel polish to restore the
bright finish to factory spec.
Brushed Aluminum Canisters: Clean using a mild water based spray cleaner. Always
apply cleaner or polish with a soft, clean cloth.
Carbon Fiber Canisters: Clean using a mild water based spray cleaner. Always apply
cleaner or polish with a soft, clean cloth. Always make sure the fiberglass packing inside
is in good condition and not burned out, as exhaust heat inside an empty canister will
deteriorate the carbon fiber sleeve.
TBR sells repack kits (Road - #005-10038, Offroad - #005-10038MX) that include
everything you need to easily do it yourself.
Titanium Mufflers: For cleaning use a mild water based spray cleaner. Always apply
cleaner or polish with a soft, clean cloth. Always make sure the fiberglass packing inside
is in good condition and not burned out, as exhaust heat inside an empty canister will
deteriorate the carbon fiber sleeve.
TBR sells repack kits (Road - #005-10038, Offroad - #005-10038MX) that include
everything you need to easily do it yourself.
Repack all road canisters at the first signs of packing material deterioration. Part #005-10038
Repack all offroad canisters after every 10 hours of use. Part #005-10038MX
NEVER dyno test your bike with carbon fiber or titanium canisters installed - the
intense heat and lack of cooling air can quickly burn through the canister material. Two
Brothers Racing does not provide a warranty for burned canisters.
2005-07 BMW
F650GS
V.A.L.E.™ Slip-on Exhaust System with M-2 Canister
Part # 005-2000406V / 005-2000407V / 005-2000408V
V.A.L.E.
V a r i a b l e a x i s l o c k i n g e x h a u s t
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Installation Instructions Continued
Place the supplied barrel clamp onto the header.
Slide rubber lined canister clamp over muffler canister.
Slide muffler assembly onto OEM header.
Attach rubber lined canister clamp to the supplied
bracket which was installed under the grab bar using
the supplied 8x20mm socket head cap screw and 8mm
flange nut. Tighten securely.
Align muffler canister and securely tighten the supplied
barrel clamp securing the slip tube to the header.
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Installation Instructions Continued