Akrapovic' Evolution Full Titanium Exhaust

Curt2000 · 07-28-2016, 05:21 PM

I had a very hard decision to make when it came to exhaust system, there are already a ton of very high quality options available from great manufacturers! However, there has never really been a question in my mind as to who the best was. When you think about quality of construction and materials paired with a flawless, long standing reputation, Akrapovic is the clear choice!

I have an aerospace engineering background which somehow predisposes me to covet anything that is primarily constructed of Titanium! Some people may scoff at the price of this system but good God, I could crumple this thing up and still make $3k off the titanium from a scrap metal dealer! Once you have a chance to really analyze the construction, welds, design, and materials you know exactly what you are paying for...and honestly I think its actually under priced! Akropavic products also hold their value better than any other brand on the forum so you can make a good percentage of your investment back when its time to part out.

Fun fact: I can hold the midsection off the ground with one finger and the rear section with two fingers! Try that with the stock system. Also, to prevent anyone from making the same mistake as me...its pronounced a-Krop-a-vich

I ordered the system from Ilia@IND who is the best in the business when it comes to professionalism and prompt communication and even faster shipping!

Install
I've been through a lot of exhaust systems and this is the very first that I have had 'ZERO' install issues with. Every single bolt, hanger, and flange perfectly aligned with the OEM parts. It was the smoothest exhaust install I have ever done! The ease of installation is another testament to the refinement of design and engineer that Akrapovic has invested in their products!

Sound
It's no E92...but for the F80 it sounds pretty damn good. A deep gravely sound that wakes up under WOT and higher RPM to a nice pure/mellow growl. The exhaust flap control function provided by my AWRON digital gauge in the cabin allows me to manually open and close the piping through the muffler. With the flap closed the exhaust is as quiet as stock, a great feature for not pissing off the neighbors! With the flap open you get the full sound you expect with a full exhaust system...needless to say that is my default setting.

The exhaust has a lot of character, it pops/backfires between WOT shifts and whenever the ECU takes over during WOT runs and activates the EDC throttle modulation the exhaust backfires in rapid succession which sounds like a machine gun going off!

After a few track days a really cool, unexpected, thing happened. I realized the titanium tips had reacted to the thermal loading from heavy use and actually taken on a blue'd appearance...awesome!

Overall I am very satisfied with this product...I've always wanted an Akrapovic exhaust on my car and it did not disappoint. If you have the means to procure one for yourself I am sure you will feel the same way.

EALm4 · 07-28-2016, 10:23 PM

Simply the best.

Justin.AutoTalent · 07-29-2016, 01:34 AM

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Simply the best.

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carbon//m3 · 07-29-2016, 01:54 AM

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Simply the best.

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Arcades · 07-29-2016, 03:01 AM

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Simply the best.

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yasmarinam4_83 · 07-29-2016, 03:16 AM

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Simply the best.

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GOLFFRR · 07-29-2016, 06:00 AM

I love mine

JTO24 · 07-29-2016, 07:23 AM

That back shot is perfect! I had an Akrapovic exhaust on my street bike and loved it.

EALm4 · 07-29-2016, 07:48 AM

The bluing of the titanium is sexy af

I mean look at it! I think this is one of Tom's customer's car. This will probably be my last performance mod until my car is paid off and the latest generation of the GT4 comes out lol

mcvaughan · 07-29-2016, 08:25 AM

Worth every $! Loving mine as well!

Daxos · 07-29-2016, 09:01 AM

Great write-up! I ordered my full system this week and am really looking forward seeing and hearing it on my car.

jeff@autocouture · 07-29-2016, 11:12 AM

Can Never go wrong with Akrapovic

Curt2000 · 07-29-2016, 09:22 PM

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Simply the best.

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lol Nice! Thanks guys!

AutoTalent · 07-29-2016, 09:45 PM

I know who to contact if I ever need to give out free stuff for a write up. Great job and car looks amazing!

DarrinYuan · 07-29-2016, 10:45 PM

Love mine Akra Evo and diffuser too.

te37 · 07-30-2016, 08:35 AM

This or MPE from those of you that have heard both?

Arcades · 07-30-2016, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by te37

This or MPE from those of you that have heard both?

Akra Evo sounds less raspy then MPE, and a bit deeper in tone.

MPE was my other choice but I prefer Akra.

Curt2000 · 07-30-2016, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by GOLFFRR

I love mine

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Originally Posted by JTO24

That back shot is perfect! I had an Akrapovic exhaust on my street bike and loved it.

great exhausts for most anything fast!

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Originally Posted by EALm4

The bluing of the titanium is sexy af

I mean look at it! I think this is one of Tom's customer's car. This will probably be my last performance mod until my car is paid off and the latest generation of the GT4 comes out lol

soo sexy!

Curt2000 · 08-11-2016, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by mcvaughan

Worth every $! Loving mine as well!

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Originally Posted by Daxos

Great write-up! I ordered my full system this week and am really looking forward seeing and hearing it on my car.

Very nice, let us know how you like it!

M4 CSL · 08-11-2016, 10:40 PM

+5

Acree · 08-12-2016, 12:36 PM

This or an M-Performance is the only way I'd ever let go of my Eisenmann.

Great post, again Curt.

Bucketsbentley · 08-12-2016, 02:33 PM

Seems Akro is way to go for extra power (no secondary cats), MPE if you want to keep car "stock" and have great sound too. MPE power gains are minimal, if anything at all

07-28-2016, 05:21 PM	#1
Curt2000 Brigadier General 1013 Rep 3,157 Posts Drives: '93 Supra Turbo Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Washington D.C. iTrader: (25)	Akrapovic' Evolution Full Titanium Exhaust I had a very hard decision to make when it came to exhaust system, there are already a ton of very high quality options available from great manufacturers! However, there has never really been a question in my mind as to who the best was. When you think about quality of construction and materials paired with a flawless, long standing reputation, Akrapovic is the clear choice! I have an aerospace engineering background which somehow predisposes me to covet anything that is primarily constructed of Titanium! Some people may scoff at the price of this system but good God, I could crumple this thing up and still make $3k off the titanium from a scrap metal dealer! Once you have a chance to really analyze the construction, welds, design, and materials you know exactly what you are paying for...and honestly I think its actually under priced! Akropavic products also hold their value better than any other brand on the forum so you can make a good percentage of your investment back when its time to part out. Fun fact: I can hold the midsection off the ground with one finger and the rear section with two fingers! Try that with the stock system. Also, to prevent anyone from making the same mistake as me...its pronounced a-Krop-a-vich I ordered the system from Ilia@IND who is the best in the business when it comes to professionalism and prompt communication and even faster shipping! Install I've been through a lot of exhaust systems and this is the very first that I have had 'ZERO' install issues with. Every single bolt, hanger, and flange perfectly aligned with the OEM parts. It was the smoothest exhaust install I have ever done! The ease of installation is another testament to the refinement of design and engineer that Akrapovic has invested in their products! Sound It's no E92...but for the F80 it sounds pretty damn good. A deep gravely sound that wakes up under WOT and higher RPM to a nice pure/mellow growl. The exhaust flap control function provided by my AWRON digital gauge in the cabin allows me to manually open and close the piping through the muffler. With the flap closed the exhaust is as quiet as stock, a great feature for not pissing off the neighbors! With the flap open you get the full sound you expect with a full exhaust system...needless to say that is my default setting. The exhaust has a lot of character, it pops/backfires between WOT shifts and whenever the ECU takes over during WOT runs and activates the EDC throttle modulation the exhaust backfires in rapid succession which sounds like a machine gun going off! After a few track days a really cool, unexpected, thing happened. I realized the titanium tips had reacted to the thermal loading from heavy use and actually taken on a blue'd appearance...awesome! Overall I am very satisfied with this product...I've always wanted an Akrapovic exhaust on my car and it did not disappoint. If you have the means to procure one for yourself I am sure you will feel the same way. __________________ Former Car: '16 SUNBURST GOLD F80 ///M3--6MT/Carbon Cloth (ED Thread) Former Car:'13 SANTORINI BLUE E92///M3--6MT/Speed Cloth/ZCP(ED Thread) INSTAGRAM:@C2KMotorsports
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EALm4 Colonel 3347 Rep 2,009 Posts Drives: SO 16' M4 Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Baltimore iTrader: (1)	The bluing of the titanium is sexy af I mean look at it! I think this is one of Tom's customer's car. This will probably be my last performance mod until my car is paid off and the latest generation of the GT4 comes out lol
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