posted April 28, 2004 09:22 AM
Arata Full Titanium Exhaust for ZX-12R Hey, all. I haven't posted in the forum for.....a long time!
I'm in the market for a full exhaust system for the 12. While digging around, I ran across the Arata system. Full titanium, selling for $1,199.00, which is at least a couple of hundred bucks cheaper than an Akro Evo.
These pipes were formerly branded as Striker.
Web site for the American importer/distributor is at www.arata-ex.com. I sent an email to the site and, to my surprise, one of the partners called me on the phone and we had a nice conversation. He claims that the pipe is more of a street pipe than pure race pipe (with the intent of not losing any low end or midrange) and that the fit and finish are excellent.
Does anyone have any experience with these pipes, under either the Arata or Striker brand names?
I guess that the search engine did not work for you? This is all of the times the ARATA has been discussed. Does that make us all "Nobody"?
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posted April 29, 2004 12:58 PM
Edited By: VincentHill on 29 Apr 2004 13:59
I know, but the "Hmmmm no body has heard of this pipe" was the part that deserved (at least some) attention. Should not people at least "look" a little before they make a Broad statement? Yes, I was harsh to a Newbie and for "That" I apologize. But to all Newbies, I say, use the search and just put in the name of what you have a question about "Before" saying we do not know about something. "Please"!
OK Mr. Swft?
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posted April 29, 2004 01:15 PM
My apologies Vincent, you are quite right. I did scan post titles a few pages into the board, but like an idiot I didn't think to do a search. :o Certainly not trying to imply any lack of knowledge!
You'd think I'd know better.
Thanks for the link.
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Zaphod
Y2K ZX-12R
posted April 29, 2004 01:21 PM
Edited By: Zaphod Breeblebox on 29 Apr 2004 14:29
And to add further embarassment to my situation, I see that in this thread:
posted April 29, 2004 03:39 PM
The good news is, they "ARE" the most beautiful pipes made period. The second good news is "I" Think they are better than the Akrapovic and for less money. Here is the question for you, Akrapovic made a 4-2-1 with 2 exits which is almost like the TiForce. The question is, since The founder of Arata is the same person that started TiForce, why not Ti-Force? (My thinking is that the stock 12 uses a long "2" Section just like the Ti-Force)
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posted April 29, 2004 05:55 PM
I remember Zhooligan being very interested in the Arata two years ago. But they weren't available at that time, so he went with the Ti Force.
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posted April 29, 2004 06:20 PM
I think I'm going to take the plunge and order the Arata. I'll let you guys know how everything goes. I'll post pics.
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Zaphod
Y2K ZX-12R
posted April 30, 2004 04:01 AM
Well I had one on my 03 GSXR 1000 and it sounded like a superbike and was an unbelievable performer. Cannot go wrong with this setup. It is the bomb!!!
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posted May 03, 2004 08:05 AM
I just placed my order this morning. I should get the package by mid-week. I'll take pics of everything.
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posted April 28, 2004 09:22 AM
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Should not people at least "look" a little before they make a Broad statement? Yes, I was harsh to a Newbie and for "That" I apologize. But to all Newbies, I say, use the search and just put in the name of what you have a question about "Before" saying we do not know about something. "Please"!
