Delkevic Exhausts.

[McCabe-Thiele (Ted)]

 Found it
"The key to getting the 4 into 4 system to hang right is to fit them with the end joints missing at first. Fit the lower one first, remember that this bracket goes behind the frame hanger, fit the manifold clamp and collets very loosely so the front can still move around but can’t fall. Now fit the upper exhaust, bracket now goes in front of the frame hanger, so one each side, fit the footrest loosely. Look at the balance pipe at the rear of the exhausts, they should be directly in line with a small gap between them. Now move the pipes to allow this to happen, make sure the downpipes aren’t touching the frame especially on the left side, one pipe goes behind the side stand bracket and one in front. Once everything lines up, nip up the lower manifold clamp to fix it in place, loosen off the upper pipe until you can fit the rubber balance pipe, realign the upper and tighten the footrest bolts first, then the manifold ones. If you’ve got it right everything should look aligned from the rear with no twisting in sight."

Copyright Ken P

[deltarider]

Assemble everything loosley then work front to back tightening evenly

That's how also I see it. Could it be that the two nuts that fasten the brackets to the silencers are to be tightened the very last? Looking at the pics of these brackets, you will notice that the two holes for this, are designed thus, that they can slide a little bit, possibly to avoid stress. I have overlooked the design of these holes in the past. What do you think?

[Bryanj]

Yup, that way you can make sure the little balance pipe fits.
Be prepared to "modify" slightly the bends on the aftermarket brackets to get everything correct

[mickwinf]

Rob550 how did you get the ebay voucher?

[Rob550]

Hi Bryan when i clicked on ebay advert it offered me the voucher after ordering .

[Seabeowner]

They are showing up today with a £50 discount with BEST5 code today if anyone is interested.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/276326995669

[mickwinf]

sod it, ordered a set for Lazarus, used the code to save £50

[Jan B]

Seems Delkevic is on to something.....

[deltarider]

Found it
"The key to getting the 4 into 4 system to hang right is to fit them with the end joints missing at first. Fit the lower one first, remember that this bracket goes behind the frame hanger, fit the manifold clamp and collets very loosely so the front can still move around but can’t fall. Now fit the upper exhaust, bracket now goes in front of the frame hanger, so one each side, fit the footrest loosely. Look at the balance pipe at the rear of the exhausts, they should be directly in line with a small gap between them. Now move the pipes to allow this to happen, make sure the downpipes aren’t touching the frame especially on the left side, one pipe goes behind the side stand bracket and one in front. Once everything lines up, nip up the lower manifold clamp to fix it in place, loosen off the upper pipe until you can fit the rubber balance pipe, realign the upper and tighten the footrest bolts first, then the manifold ones. If you’ve got it right everything should look aligned from the rear with no twisting in sight."

Copyright Ken P

When you prefer to do it like this ^, it implies you bring in the 10X35 hanger bolt from in to out, meaning the nut will be on the outside of the footpeg. Probably doable, be it that it deviates from what pics in the parts lists suggest.
Furthermore I miss in Ken's description an explicitly mentioning that, in the process of mounting the exhausts, brackets should not be fully tightened to the mufflers, not until the very last. IMO it wouldn't hurt to lube all parts that will need to slide somewhat into position with some vaseline or silicone grease.
I haven't given up hope that we in a joint effort can establish the correct working order in a set of numbered steps for once and for all. Think instructions Honda labourers at the assembly line must have had. Does the Delkevich set come with instructions? Probably not.
I must say I became quite frustrated when I had to repair half of the 8 threads in the head where the studs sit. They're easily damaged when stressed. Not that long ago someone suggested to tighten them the last. In my - as always - humble opinion that would cause such a stress.

[McCabe-Thiele (Ted)]

As you have hinted no instructions with my Delkevic system.

[Rob550]

Fitted mine and they sound excellent. I used fitting method on this site for fitting stock exhaust.
I am very pleased with them. Had a quick run on bike and all seems good performance wise.

[Rob550]

Fitting stock 4x4 exhausts is title of post. Originating january 2011.
Good luck guys

[mickwinf]

Recieved my exhausts yesterday and very pleased, well packed and next day delivery for £950. A very comprehensive kit including all brackets and clamps plus exhaust to head clamps and gaskets. Even noticed the rubber stop for the centre stand. Will fit them once I get Lazarus properly sorted, living in my bedroom til then!

[Seabeowner]

Now £1099.99 but still £50 off if quick. Those who bought early did well.

[Seabeowner]

Busso seem to have reacted to the new reality.  £786 + unfortunate UK import at present if you can get them.

https://www.bussostore.com/collections/honda/products/full-kit-500-four-exhaust-original-replicas