Hi all,
Can anyone help? I have a 2014 GL1800 and have tried to remove the mufflers. I've loosened the clamp bolts and the bolt under the pannier but it does not seem to be moving. Have I missed something?
Thanks
Steve
Muffler removal
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Re: Muffler removal
Where those two clamp (band) bolts are, the muffler splits and wraps around the exhaust tube. This gets stuck on there VERY tight. I will generally use a penetrating oil like PB Blaster and spray it in between those two. Let it sit for a while - I generally start the day before and reapply every few hours.
I'll then put a strap wrench around the muffler, right at the very front. Using this wrench, I'll apply torque to the muffler to rotate it, while at the same time pulling it backward. The clamp will generally work/break itself free, and the muffler will come off.
I'll then put a strap wrench around the muffler, right at the very front. Using this wrench, I'll apply torque to the muffler to rotate it, while at the same time pulling it backward. The clamp will generally work/break itself free, and the muffler will come off.
Re: Muffler removal
Many thanks for you reply. So I'm a correct in saying it's just those 3 bolts?
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Re: Muffler removal
Yes, that's all that's holding it on there.Steve1 wrote:Many thanks for you reply. So I'm a correct in saying it's just those 3 bolts?