Two Brothers Racing Honda ST1300 - Manual

Parts List
Installation Instructions
1. Make sure the bike is completely cool before starting the
installation. Make sure the bike is secure on the sidestand
or ideally a rear service stand.
2. Loosen the clamp that holds the muffler connector pipe
to the headers under the bike. Repeat on opposite side.
3. Remove the hardware that holds the stock muffler at the
muffler bracket. Take off the muffler. Repeat on opposite
side.
4. Attach the slip-tubes with the X-Lite Rings™ to the
mufflers using the 8 (four) 6x14mm socket head cap
screws and split lock washers provided. Leave loose for
now.
5. Slide the S-bend connector pipe into the end of the
headers, re-using the clamp and gasket to secure it to the
headers. Leave loose for now. Repeat on opposite side.
6. Carefully slide the muffler clamp over the muffler. (Note:
The stainless steel canister clamp and the name badge
on the canister come from the factory with a clear plastic
protective film. Please remove this film before operation.)
You may need to twist and turn the S-bend a little to get it
in the right place. Locate both tabs of the canister clamp
outside of the muffler bracket. Use the stock bolt and nut
to secure it. Leave loose for now. Repeat on opposite
side.
7. Make sure everything is aligned and tighten all hardware.
Including the 8 (eight) 6x14mm S.H.C.S. in the V.A.L.E.™
assembly and the barrel clamps.
8. 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. 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.
2003-08 Honda
ST1300
V.A.L.E.™ DUAL Slip-on Exhaust System
Part # 005-620406DM / 005-620407DM / 005-620408DM / 005-620419DM / 005-620420DM
Qty. Description Part Number
1 ST1300 M-2/5 Muffler Canister (Right) Varies
1 ST1300 M-2/5 Muffler Canister (Left) Varies
2 Muffler Clamps Varies
1 S-Bend Tube Left 005-6201L
1 S-Bend Tube Right 005-6201R
1 HARDWARE KIT 005-62-3
2 X-Ring Kit 005-7-2-3KIT
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 every 3,000 miles. 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.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Warranty
Two Brothers Racing products are intended for closed course competition purposes only, and therefore are sold “as is”
without warranty. Two Brothers Racing specifically disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose and disclaims all responsibility for consequential and incidental damages or any other losses arising from the use
of these products or parts.
We recommend that this performance part be installed by a qualified
motorcycle technician. If you have any doubts as to your ability to install this
performance part, please consult with your local motorcycle dealer. Read
all instructions first before starting installation. Make sure the vehicle and
exhaust system are completely cool before starting the installation. Also,
make sure the vehicle is secure on a centerstand or ideally a service lift during
installation. Be sure to save all stock components for possible use later.
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
TM
Muffler Inlet
X-Lite™ Ring
Slip Tube
V.A.L.E.™ Assembly Detail