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Morala:
Hi everyone, can somebody explain the reason for the rubber connector  that joins the two silencers on my 1974 550, thanks for any advice you can give me.

ozzybud:
Likely similar reasons dual exhaust cars have "H'" pipes

here is an AI answer for h pipes.   likely gives it a better sound.

Cars have H-pipes in their exhaust systems to help equalize exhaust pressure between the two sides of the engine by creating a crossover point, which can lead to improved engine performance, particularly by enhancing low-end torque and smoother power delivery, especially on vehicles with dual exhaust systems; essentially, the H-pipe allows exhaust pulses from one side of the engine to interact with the other, promoting better gas flow.

Bryanj:
Somebody in Hondas R&D in the late 60's worked out you got a slight increase in power with it fitted

SteveD CB500K0:
Bryan, have you got “convert characters to emojis” set in your PC?


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deltarider:

--- Quote from: Bryanj on December 10, 2024, 12:02:12 AM ---Somebody in Hondas R&D in the late 60's worked out you got a slight increase in power with it fitted

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Yes, when these 'balance tubes' are more towards the end, there's a slight increase in high rpm's, the more towards the head, you gain somewhat in the lower range. That's the idea. Personally I don't think ours make much difference. After all... Honda dropped them when they launched the K3's.

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