Exhaust systems and motorcycles including same
US7896124B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 21, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 14, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60Y2200/12
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An exhaust system for a motorcycle includes a muffler configured for attachment at a location substantially beneath a motorcycle engine. The muffler includes a first input port and a second input port. A first exhaust pipe has a first longitudinal length. The first exhaust pipe is configured for extending between and connecting the first input port and a first exhaust port of a first motorcycle engine cylinder while being substantially entirely disposed forwardly of a motorcycle engine. A second exhaust pipe has a second longitudinal length substantially equal to the first longitudinal length. The second exhaust pipe is configured for extending between and connecting the second input port and a second exhaust port of a second motorcycle engine cylinder. A motorcycle including an exhaust system is also provided.
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