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Old 09-11-08, 06:02 PM   #1
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i've been offered a mint full akrapovic for 150 quid, question is, after rejetting, telling insurance ect is it really worth it all over standard performance wise?
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Old 09-11-08, 06:05 PM   #2
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if you dont want it, someone else will..
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wont they tell you off if you do anything to exceed 33bhp?
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Old 09-11-08, 06:11 PM   #4
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wont they tell you off if you do anything to exceed 33bhp?

its still restricted though

restriction is up soon so will be fitting then to get the jetting right
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Old 09-11-08, 06:12 PM   #5
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yes, it is worth it
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but why? will i notice any difference?
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Old 09-11-08, 06:16 PM   #7
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but why? will i notice any difference?
You'll get a few more BHP if you rejet to suit, you might notice the motor spins up a little better to.

I suspect you'll notice it, but at that price I'd be inclined to go for it.
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Old 09-11-08, 06:22 PM   #8
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well ill give him a call asking for pics, i know he's used it for racing so im a bit dubious as to whether or not it is mint hence price
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Old 09-11-08, 06:26 PM   #9
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The Akra system isn't really a performance system.

The weight saving and quality might be worth having and the carbon fibre exhaust hanger is gorgeous. The ability to be able to take it all off easily and polish it up is handy, but the original akra can is a bit long.

M4 system is better but looks pants IMO.
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No its not worth it in money terms,but if you want the style and kudos then its cheap.
Its like designer clothes.You dont wear them because they are value for money.
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