Monster Mistake?

[slowduc]

Now there's an idea...

i've heard you shouldn't tape your headers too close to the heads.  something about the the exhaust temps being extremely high there and it could damage the pipes because taping them would allow them to get WAY too hot.  it could be a myth, but be careful!

[baldheadeddork]

i've heard you shouldn't tape your headers too close to the heads.  something about the the exhaust temps being extremely high there and it could damage the pipes because taping them would allow them to get WAY too hot.  it could be a myth, but be careful!

I suppose that's theoretically possible. Another option would be to send the headers off for good ceramic coating, with internal coating at the elbow bend coming off the head. I personally like Swain Tech Coatings.

[Mr. Squidward]

How's the 1000S and GT 1000 motors different? I assumed they were the same.

That’s my point, they are the same.  I just think the new GT 1000 would be a more user friendly ride.  Not to mention it looks pretty cool.

[timatwood]

Never ridden a monster in traffic, but on my multi 1000, the heat is just evenly radiated all over. It doesn't concentrate in any area, so its not annoying, but you can feel it after the engine is above 250 deg F in stopped traffic. The pipe routed up under the passenger seat has not caused any noticeable problem, either.

I've had fully faired, watercooled inline4s in the past, and they usually have more concentrated heat spots.

[JamesG]

i've heard you shouldn't tape your headers too close to the heads.  

Myth. Insulating the headers is most effective closest to the exhaust port. And there is no point in insulating part of an exhaust if you don't insulate the whole thing. The primary function is to keep  the gases hot and moving. Secondary is blocking excessive heat from frame, suspension, and overly sensitive riders.