What's the difference between Termignoni Y-Pipe and Akrapovic Y-Pipe

[Mr Vo]

hi there
i don't get the difference between the Termignoni Y-Pipe and Akrapovic Y-Pipe. Their prices are so much difference. The Termignoni Y-Pipe costs around $450 and the Akrapovic Y-Pipe costs around $210. But since they do the same job, why their prices are so much difference? Is the Termignoni Y-Pipe better?
Please help me.
Thanks.

[tnole23]

Originally Posted by Mr Vo

hi there
i don't get the difference between the Termignoni Y-Pipe and Akrapovic Y-Pipe. Their prices are so much difference. The Termignoni Y-Pipe costs around $450 and the Akrapovic Y-Pipe costs around $210. But since they do the same job, why their prices are so much difference? Is the Termignoni Y-Pipe better?
Please help me.
Thanks.

i thought i remember reading that the termi y-pipe actually includes the header part, but don't quote me on that.

[SAB]

No performance difference.

Appearance wise, the "Y" section is different. On the Termi, the 2 pipes split further down the pipe where as the Akra pipes converge much sooner.

I would save the $ and go with the Akra. It's great quality and a nice looking piece to boot.

[Ludenaa]

Originally Posted by tnole23

i thought i remember reading that the termi y-pipe actually includes the header part, but don't quote me on that.

no it does not. no difference between the looks besides looks. they both come with the cat gutted.

[03 SIQNESS]

Can I use the termi pipes with the akra y pipe?
The termi y pipe is a absolute rape @ $500 for the 07-08

[SAB]

Originally Posted by 03 SIQNESS

Can I use the termi pipes with the akra y pipe?
The termi y pipe is a absolute rape @ $500 for the 07-08

Yup. The Akra Y pipe works with pretty much everything out there.

[Ludenaa]

Originally Posted by 03 SIQNESS

Can I use the termi pipes with the akra y pipe?
The termi y pipe is a absolute rape @ $500 for the 07-08

wow just for the y-pipe?!!!

[Mr Vo]

Thanks for your guys replies.
So I guess the Termignoni Y-Pipe will be out of business soon.

[gsxcorey]

the termi y pipe is MUCH larger and goes to the canisters i believe. That's why it costs so much more. Has nothing to do with the headers, but it goes back to the canister I believe.

[mi_08r1wannabe]

I bought the Yoshi and it fits perfect on my 06 R1. It's a lot lighter too. See the pic of the Yoshi next to the stock Y pipe. I ground down the edges on the Yoshi Y pipe where the slip-ons attach to make them start on easier. The other pic is the A&R baffle next to the stock baffle. Big difference there too. I figured I'd just throw that one in there since I had it.

[mi_08r1wannabe]

OOPS !!! I meant Akrapovic Y-Pipe. I had Yoshimura stuck in my head from another bike. Sorry for the confusion. I should say my Akra Y-pipe fits perfect....

[bmacknyc1k]

The Akra Y pipe will work with any slip ons just like the stock cat would, and i can tell you, there is plenty of noticeable heat difference...and it's a HELL of a lot lighter than the stock Y pipe, and the engine revs faster and stronger too....

The Termignoni Y pipe on the 07/08 only fits the termi cans, unlike the 04-06, it connects at the mufflers, not at the link pipes....and is wayyy overpriced, but does look good with the termi's and comes with a nice carbon heat shield....

i put a universal carbon works heat shield on my Y pipe

the welds are really nice too....and a great buy for the price, well worth it

[redbulldog]

I'm about to install a akra y pipe, before i tear sheit apart...what do I do with the sensor on the from the stock y pipe...seems like the akra does not have a place for the sensor...

[tiatool]

Originally Posted by tnole23

i thought i remember reading that the termi y-pipe actually includes the header part, but don't quote me on that.

Italian engeneering. They are proud of them pipes.

Edit: wrong quote oops!

[R1cerX]

I was actually just doing some digging around regarding Y-pipes (specifically Termi's Y-pipe) and I found out some interesting info...

I called a Termignoni dealer in Canada (who claimed to have extensive experience with Termi exhaust systems) and he told me that Termignoni makes two different Y-pipes:

-One that comes with the Titanium Competition Full System
-One that you can buy seperately to replace your stocker (stainless steel)

He said that there is a huge difference between the two.

The Y-pipe that comes with the Competition Full System has a much larger diameter at the bottom of the "Y" where it connects to the mid-pipe/headers. But the diameter of where it connects to the exhaust cans are the same diameter as the stainless steel Y-pipe that you can buy seperately. So, the Competition (titanium) Y-pipe will NOT fit stock headers. He also said that the Competition (titanium) Y-pipe is usually NOT sold seperately.

The Termignoni stainless steel Y-pipe that you can buy seperately is designed for the street version of the exhaust (Termignoni Strada Standard Mount Full System), and this Y-pipe has identital diameter specs to that of a OEM R1 Y-pipe.

The stainless steel Y-pipe is only $139.99 (part #446-8000) and can be found here: http://www.exoticsportbike.com/r1_(04-05)1.htm.

The Termignoni Y-pipe for $450 that you are talking about may be the Y-pipe from the Titanium Competition Full System.

As far as the Akrapovic Y-pipe...I don't really know much about that pipe, but I did find it (part# 425-2630) for $149.00 at: http://www.exoticsportbike.com/yzf_r1_(04-06)2.htm.

Hope that helps.

[DTPRB]

I think that link is for the wrong year bike. I went to the 07-08 R1 and the stainless y pipe was still like $499 on that site

[clos02]

akra y pipe is nice just look at the welds on it when you get it. nice pipe for the money

[DTPRB]

I like the akra Y pipe. It must be good if its on backorder, lol

[luded1]

Originally Posted by DTPRB

I like the akra Y pipe. It must be good if its on backorder, lol

A & R has them in stock

[R1cerX]

Originally Posted by DTPRB

I think that link is for the wrong year bike. I went to the 07-08 R1 and the stainless y pipe was still like $499 on that site

Yeah, you're right.
That price is for the 04-06.
Sorry bout that.