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Akrapovic Now Makes Rear Silencers For The BMW R 18

BMW R 18 is now getting an aftermarket rear silencers from Akrapovic.

  • Akrapovic introduced new rear silenceers for the BMW R 18.
  • Features lighter component and is tuned to the R 18 1,802cc engine. 

The Akrapovic rear silencers is 97mm shorter than the standard rear silencers and is made from durable stainless steel, coated in matt black finish.

Together with a silver end cap adjustable in 90-degree steps, the rear of the R 18 now appears sportier than ever.

Interestingly, Akrapovic also designed the end cap with a stylised BMW brand symbol – the propeller – making it extra appealing for the R 18.

The exhaust also features screwed-in heat protection plate to help the rider’s footwear from the exhaust heat.

It’s also important to know that the Akrapovic rear silencers is 1 kilogram lighter than the stock exhaust and have been optimally tuned to the R 18 “Big Boxer” engine to create a powerful sound. 

According to BMW Motorrad, the new rear silencers also compliments well to the BMW Motorrad Bobber Kit. 

A passionate football fan and anything two-wheels. He likes to commute on his 150cc scooter on a daily basis and occasionally takes a long trip with his 750cc machine just to "tapau" his favourite "roti canai". With a journalism background, he likes to write as much as he rides.

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