Have questions about non-stock exhaust

[DarthBaizer]

My bike is a 1991 GL1500 SE that I bought used.

Last summer I found a hole in my exhaust pipes. After doing research, I found out that my pipes are not stock. In place of the collector, I have pipes that basically do a 360 then out to the mufflers. (I’ll try to attach a picture.)

I found a motorcycle mechanic who recognized the pipes and knew they came off a GL1500. He found a collector and mufflers to replace my current system for $250.

I’m trying to figure out if my pipes can be repaired or rebuilt for cheaper. Part of the problem is I don’t know where to get the proper size pipe.

What would be the advantages to replacing my current system with the stock collector / mufflers?

Thank you in advance.

[Rambozo]

Depends on the condition of your pipes and the hole that needs repair. A muffler shop should be able to give you a quote.

[Earl43P]

Those pipes look like Torque Loops, a desirable upgrade you should repair and keep in my opinion.

[DarthBaizer]

Repair doesn't seem to be an option. I had someone try to repair the hole to no avail. The metal is in to bad of condition.

[MikeB]

You can get something similar. Torque Master X-Factor for $299.

http://www.torqmasterpipes.com/product- ... y/gl-1500/

[DarthBaizer]

Thank you for the suggestion of the X-factor. I saw it a couple of times during my research. I will definitely take a closer look at it.

[MikeB]

Since the GL1500 collector box is no longer procurable new and the units that can be found used are most likely in less than perfect shape, the X-Factor is a pretty sound idea I think.

[Jonbarking3]

Maybe Black Widow exhaust has what you are looking for ?.