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Delkevic full exhaust
« on: August 04, 2019, 11:02:32 AM »
I received my Delkevic header & 14" stainless slip on.
Here is a little more info I hope you all find a bit helpful.

Weights are as follows: 2009 C14
Stock header- 11lbs. 10oz.
Stock muffler & pipe - 19lbs. 10 oz.
Total 31lbs. 4 oz.

Delkevic Header 8lbs. 10oz.
14" Stainless muffler & pipe. 6lbs, 6 oz.
Total 15lbs.
Delkevic header primary tubes. I.D.   34.4mm / 1.35"
Delkevic header primary tubes. O.D. 41.6mm - 1.64"

I did not measure the primary tube diameter of the stock header. I'm sure that info is out there somewhere.
Overall I feel the Delkevic is a good quality header, it looks great but I did not like the transition of the primary tubes into the collector.
There is quite a lip inside the collector.
I'm revising it for better flow. Also taking out the 02 sensor bungs, don't need them on my '09.

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #1 on: August 04, 2019, 05:20:38 PM »
If you keep the Sensor Bung, you could probably use it for dyno pulls / wide band. {?}
   Your Delkevic is very similar to a ZX-14R header.
   I think you'll find; the first 2" of the Primary Tubes are smaller than 41.6mm - 1.64" O.D. and Cyl's 1/2 and 3/4 are paired. {??}

Here are some dimensions I worked out..
 
ZX-14 2006 - 2007
 Entire head pipe dia is (1 1/2") {38 mm}
 Exhaust port dia (x2) is (2") {approx. 51 mm}
 Has no Catalytic converter.
Cyl's 1/4 and 2/3 are paired.


ZX-14 2008 - 2011
 Entire head pipe dia is (1 1/2") {38 mm}
 Exhaust port dia (x2) is (2 1/8") {approx. 54 mm}
 Has Catalytic converter.
Cyl's 1/4 and 2/3 are paired.   

ZX-14R: (2013 to current)
 Head pipe dia at the Flange is (1 1/2") {38 mm}
 Head pipe dia from 2" below the Flange, flares to (1 11/16") {43 mm}
 Exhaust port dia (x2) is (2 1/8") {54 mm}
 No Catalytic converter.

Cyl's 1/2 and 3/4 are paired.

ZG-14 (Concours)
 Entire head pipe dia is (1 3/8") {35 mm}
 Exhaust port dia (x1) is (2 1/8") {54 mm}
 Has Catalytic converter.
Cyl's 1/4 and 2/3 are paired.

Full Area P System
  Head pipe dia at the Flange is (1 1/2") {38 mm}
  Head pipe dia from 2" below the Flange, flares to {approx. 1 23/32"}) {44 mm}
 Exhaust port dia (x1) is approx. (2 1/4") {57 mm}
 No Catalytic converter.
{I think} Cyl's 1/4 and 2/3 are paired.

Ride safe, Ted
« Last Edit: August 05, 2019, 07:03:21 AM by connie_rider »

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #2 on: August 04, 2019, 10:39:25 PM »
If you keep the Sensor Bung, you could probably use it for dyno pulls / wide band.

Could also increase value if resold later for any reason.  I can't imagine removing them would have any great advantage.
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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #3 on: August 05, 2019, 07:57:22 AM »
Thanks connie_rider

No pairing on the primary tubes.
Would you recommend keeping the collector bung?

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #4 on: August 05, 2019, 03:24:40 PM »
Assuming they are not interfering with anything I would leave the 3 bungs on, as they aren't hurting anything, might be useful for tuning, and if you choose to sell they would be in place for someone with a newer model.

When I referred to pairing: I think there is a short Y pipe for cyl's 1/2, and another for cyl's 3/4. They are just prior to the collector?    Hard to see in this image.
https://delkevic.com/headers/kawasaki/2012-models/concours-14-gtr1400/

Found an image of a used stocker on Ebay. You can see the 2 Y's and the change in Primary Tube diameters more distinctly in a stock ZX-14R header.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2013-12-16-Kawasaki-Ninja-ZX14R-ZX14-Exhaust-Header-Manifold-Pipe-2016/253931403717?hash=item3b1f7db9c5:g:JfoAAOSwPxRbwVQn

Ride safe, Ted

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #5 on: August 05, 2019, 04:02:53 PM »
No crossover tubes for sure.
I'll look again to see how the collectors merge.
I didn't like the possibility of diisruption of flow of the bung if I didn't need it.

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #6 on: August 06, 2019, 09:34:03 AM »
On the OEM ZX-14R headers, the metal tube's between cyls 1/2 and 3/4 are brace's and do not have crossflow.
ie; Each brace has a hole drilled in the bottom and are not open to the head pipes.

If you have the capability to weld SS it will be simple to remove the Bung tubes.

Dimension explanation; When I installed my headers, I bought headers from a 2006 ZX-14 and a 2012 ZX-14R so that I could compare.
I opted to use the 2006 headers as they had 1/4 and 2/3 pairing like a Concours and head pipe dia that is a closer match to the ones on a C-14.  The bike runs very well now and I'm happy with the set up. 
NOTE: I have Steve's MRP flash in my ECU.

Now that Delkevic is offering these {which are basically ZX-14R copies} it makes me wonder if I made the right choice.  :banghead:
So, I'm watching to see what folks think about the Delkevic set up and how successful Steve is as he develops a Flash for them..
  {shhhh, Don't tell my wife}

Ride safe, Ted
« Last Edit: August 08, 2019, 09:47:02 AM by connie_rider »

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #7 on: August 06, 2019, 10:34:47 AM »
Just buy the Delkevic headers, Ted! You know you want to!     :rotflmao: :loco: :rotflmao: :rotflmao:  :popcorn: :chugbeer:

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #8 on: August 06, 2019, 12:31:14 PM »
Yes, I want some, but I also want to remain married...…….

Ride safe, Ted

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #9 on: August 06, 2019, 12:51:12 PM »
Oh yeah! I know that sentiment....     :o   :-X   ;D

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #10 on: August 07, 2019, 07:02:40 PM »
Bungs cut out & patched, lip on the collector ground out.
I'm excited to put it on. Too busy this weekend so it looks like next week before it's done.
Next up the tune...stay tuned.

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #11 on: August 08, 2019, 09:50:35 AM »
If you get a chance, can you post some photo's of the mods you made?
Anxious to hear how the bike runs after the install.
Do you intend to install a Flash/other, and {if yes} when?

Ride safe, Ted

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #12 on: August 15, 2019, 05:22:47 AM »
Here are the before and after pics. The lip is now ground out for better flow.
If you have one of these you'll see what I mean.

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #13 on: August 15, 2019, 10:21:51 AM »
Thank you.
I can see where your grind would improve flow.

Ride safe, Ted

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #14 on: August 16, 2019, 06:38:04 PM »
Thanks Ted

Yes, it should by a fair amount.
I'll compare & post heat and noise data with my Son's stock header with cat & Delkovec 14" stainless.

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #15 on: August 21, 2019, 08:35:59 PM »
Just got it back together, no official tests yet, but it feels cooler without the cat, and butt dyno likes the Delkevic header.  Now for a tune! I'll be looking for one for this system.


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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #16 on: August 22, 2019, 05:46:45 AM »
Just got it back together, no official tests yet, but it feels cooler without the cat, and butt dyno likes the Delkevic header.  Now for a tune! I'll be looking for one for this system.

Most people's "butt dyno" is based far more on noise/sound than actual power.  Not saying that is the case with you, just pointing something out that I have observed many times over the years.  Especially funny with people swapping just mufflers and claiming so much more power (when in reality, it might be +3hp at 10+K which no human could ever discern.)  With your full exhaust change, you should end up with less power at lower RPM, and more at higher (more like a ZX14 behaves)....  assuming the existing ECU tune doesn't interfere.

Cool that you got it done... I bet it was a lot of work.
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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #17 on: August 22, 2019, 07:44:01 AM »
Hi Maxtog
I know wht you mean about butt dyno feel.
I've got a lot of "seat time" in a lot of race machines so I may be different
not that I'm imune to an improved sound byte! :) it is a bit louder.more pops.
Not too bad of a job. Mid & lowers off radiator and of course old system.
Good time to flush the coolant too.
Heat and noise comparison coming.

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #18 on: September 02, 2019, 07:10:39 PM »
The wheels are off.
Getting new tires mounted tomorrow for a trip, but wanted to give a little more info on header performance.
Did only one roll on with a flashed C14.  Went from 5k in 2nd gear knowing mine is a bit off on the low end especially compared to the Steve's flashed bike. Dead even through the top of 3rd gear. I had bags and tools, the other bike didn't.

I hope to compare to an Ivan's flashed 2015 C14 by next week.

I'll let you know how that turns out.

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Re: Delkevic full exhaust
« Reply #19 on: September 02, 2019, 09:28:26 PM »
Did only one roll on [simultaneous comparison] with a flashed C14.  Went from 5k in 2nd gear knowing mine is a bit off on the low end especially compared to the Steve's flashed bike. Dead even through the top of 3rd gear. I had bags and tools, the other bike didn't.

You also need to take note the weight of the riders, geared.  I only weigh 150 lbs :)  So one can pile all the bags, loaded, on mine, and I will still weigh less than many other riders with no bags/tools.  Weight and aerodynamics make a lot of difference in non-dyno [real-word] tests.

Anyway, I wouldn't expect all that much difference under maybe 7 or 8K rpm.  From looking at charts and posts, the stock exhaust system (including muffler) flows quite well to pretty darn high rpm.  In any case, there is a trade-off, lose some low power, gain some high power.  So it depends on how you ride as to which is "better."

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I hope to compare to an Ivan's flashed 2015 C14 by next week.  I'll let you know how that turns out.

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