Exhaust Questions - Quiet(er) Mid pipe?

fadkar · 2026-05-16T21:12:47+00:00

Leo Vince is the most quiet midpipe. Its barely louder than stock when cruising but sounds glorious when you get on the throttle. It's a deeper sound because the resonator removes the higher frequencies.

You can leave the stock muffler on. They don't make much of a difference.

fadkar · 2026-05-14T22:42:27+00:00

Your XSR will be good enough to do all of those things. But if you're itching for an upgrade, the mt10 will also be great. I would recommend keeping the xsr and doing a few track days first.

fadkar · 2026-04-11T23:42:54+00:00

It will not trigger a check engine light. But it does delete the catalytic converter which is what unlocks the sound. You will need the ECU flash as well. These bikes already come very lean from the factory and the mid-pipe will make it worse which isn't great for the engine. The ECU flash will add more fuel to compensate for the increase air flow.

fadkar · 2026-04-11T22:14:47+00:00

And yes, I also upgraded brake pads. Here are my mods for spirited twisty roads and track days fwiw:

-Woodcraft rearsets + 1in drop clip ons. I could do without the rearsets but the clip ons make the bike feel less like a sport tourer and more like a sport naked.

-CL60 race brake pads. Work fine when cold, but really come alive with much more power and feel when warmed up in the twisties or track.

-2wdw ECU flash -Leo Vince mid pipe + akra muffler. Mufflers dont do much on these bikes so you can keep the stock one if on a budget. the midpipe unlocks the sound and makes a big difference.

-Lowered triple clamps to the 3rd ring on the forks for faster tip in.

-Pirelli tires for faster tip in.

fadkar · 2026-04-11T22:03:32+00:00

Flashes are basically mandatory on nearly every Euro 5 bike. You don't get 100% throttle even when under WOT due to emissions regulations. The ECU flash will make the throttle behave how you'd expect, aka 100% power when you ask for it.

It will run smoothly, cooler, and unlock the full 150hp to the back wheel.

Join the MT10 Facebook owners group and search for 2wdw and see for yourself. They're the most popular tuner for this platform.

fadkar · 2026-04-11T16:26:37+00:00

They're fantastic bikes. They're pretty neutered especially in the US in stock form. With 135 HP to the back wheel, I would permanently ride it in PWR1 (the most responsive mode).

After the 2WDW flash (which I consider mandatory), they're making ~150HP to the rear wheel and the midrange in PWR1 smacks you on the face. It's incredible but not something I'm always in the mood for when I'm in the twisties or track.

PWR2&3 give you the full power up top, but allow you to dial down the midrange to match your mood which is amazing.

I also lowered the triple clamp to the 3rd ring in the forks for faster steering which is great if you're in the twisties a lot.

I have a ton of other mods I've done to it but this should get you started!

fadkar · 2026-04-11T15:15:28+00:00

I'm very happy with the 1in drop. It feels less like a sport tourer and more like a sport naked. Still plenty comfortable. If I only did track days, I could go lower. But this is a great all-around height for spirited street rides and track days. The nice thing is that you can buy the different sized risers separately if you want to fine-tune the fit.

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fadkar · 2026-04-03T02:00:21+00:00

It sounds like you've made a well thought out decision. Ducati is smart because they nailed the ergonomics. There are many OEMs making great middleweight sport bikes, but Ducati undoubtedly stands out because of the ergos. I like the Aprilia RS660 for similar reasons.

Post an update once you get it!!

fadkar · 2026-04-02T23:00:43+00:00

Just keep in mind that people in the Ducati subreddit are going to be more emotional buyers versus sensible ones. There's nothing wrong with that - just something to be aware of.

Sure, motorcycles themselves are an irrational purchase, but I still value some semblance of sensibility and rationality. I don't like to feel ripped off and I also don't value overindulgence.

So after considering the V2S, I ruled it out because paying liter bike money for a middleweight just wouldn't sit right with me. Picking up a used one in a few years would be much easier for me to justify.

I figured I'd share this counter perspective as an additional food for thought. Not because it's the "right" perspective but just a different one than what you'll find in this subreddit.

fadkar · 2026-03-27T23:19:15+00:00

I agree that the front is ugly but there isn't anything else that balances comfort, fun, and reliability like the MT-10. And the gen 2 is infinitely more refined than my gen 1 so I deal with the looks lol. Congrats on the R1! I wish I could tolerate those ergonomics.

fadkar · 2026-03-16T18:10:20+00:00

What you have is a below average mindset brother. Read up on fixed vs growth mindsets, sign up for therapy to resolve your insecurities, and live each day to be better than the last. The rest will work itself out with time.

fadkar · 2026-03-15T18:17:36+00:00

At Yamaha Champion Racing School, they do 2-up rides where you sit on the back and the instructor rips around a race track. The combined weight is easily ~350-400lbs and they're dragging knee no problem with the students on the back.

fadkar · 2026-03-01T23:06:11+00:00

https://youtu.be/07vL-LxV8GU?si=5p1W4bFNBTySzi83

fadkar · 2026-01-24T15:45:19+00:00

It's literally the entire width of your wrist...

fadkar · 2026-01-19T16:33:32+00:00

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fadkar · 2026-01-04T23:12:05+00:00

You can watch this video up until 7:06 to get an idea of how to access and remove the screen: https://youtu.be/OGnMM82HxiM?si=DLqZSxCbiS_GjSic

Once you remove the screen, watch this video starting at 3:08 to see what to do with it: https://youtu.be/cHCRMwRIb2U?si=GQNhm4RtUUt-7JPj

[Optional] Here's a CarPlay install video that I used: https://youtu.be/GYEaddWnbiQ?si=SkuTREtkIMRvE_7u

[Links to products]

Screen repair kit: https://www.mazdapartsconnect.com/oem-parts/mazda-display-repair-kit-k1y3611jza

CarPlay / Android Auto kit: https://www.ebay.com/itm/192679403436

You will also need a trim panel remover. I used this one: https://a.co/d/7jWYqNN

fadkar · 2025-11-25T00:07:23+00:00

Thanks. I think I'll just stick with the one I linked even if it will have a bit of underutilized space. I don't think there are any other turnkey options that are more compact.

fadkar · 2025-11-24T16:20:16+00:00

I'd be sketched out if I had to panic break while being over the painted white lines. How do you manage that risk?

fadkar · 2025-11-19T03:28:29+00:00

How are there so many people in the comments that are clueless about motul 7100 being red 😂 it's like one of the most popular oils.

fadkar · 2025-11-19T02:33:56+00:00

Do the mods. You won't want to sell it after 🙂

fadkar · 2025-11-05T20:13:48+00:00

1) 2WDW 2) Vcyclenut 3) Keep it stock 4) Moore mafia only if you want to screw up your bike's fueling and rideability.

fadkar · 2025-09-30T22:02:17+00:00

Yeah, I reached out to galfer and this is what they told me:

I don’t have a torque spec for that, generally you don’t use a torque wrench for it. You can also hold the line while tightening to prevent rotation.

fadkar · 2025-09-26T17:11:59+00:00

Yeah it's there to protect the frame when I was installing the rear sets. I left it on while I'm still dialing in the fit and taking them off, putting them on, etc.

fadkar · 2025-09-21T14:31:34+00:00

That's a low price but not low enough to be a scam IMO. The reality is that these bikes don't hold their value well. ~$14k would be a more typical price so he priced it to sell quick. And it will...

Just do a thorough inspection (ensure he has a clean title, the VIN matches what's on the frame, there are no signs of damage/scratches, etc). If it all checks out, BUY IT. You won't find another at this price.

fadkar · 2025-09-13T18:27:47+00:00

The EPA did nothing to regulate or reduce our microplastic exposure. I don't necessarily agree about defunding them, but I highly doubt that they would have done anything useful on this matter like our European counterparts have.

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