Guys, Weezy and Beezer are right, the pre-2003 models have bolt on systems. There is no mid-way connection in the exhaust pipe. It's the easiest aftermarket fit you'd believe. Undo the hanger and 3 bolts, remove. Attach 3 bolts and the hanger on the new one. Bingo... in biz.
The 2003 model is a SLIP ON system. The muffler and about 2 feet of exhaust pipe are one piece, and connect under the fairing to the header pipe coming from the heads. The new system attaches mid-fairing by slipping onto the header pipe and clamping down, then of course the inevitable hanger clamp.
The name gives it away. Bolt on. Slip on. It seems to have become common practice to just call any replacement exhaust a slip on system these days... I guess because it's easy to "slip" on a bolt-on.
As for the fuel rejet / remap issue, most manufacturers will tell you that you will not NEED to do so when only fitting a bolt on (and usually a slip on too), but I've read MANY tests and articles that talk about that since the new exhaust will inevitably allow much freer airflow (and hence a usual slight boost in high-rpm peak power), a rejet / remap of the fuel delivery system can be very beneficial in curing any rough spots in the powerband resulting from this increase in airflow, and to take full advantage of the new exhaust's characteristics. It may not necessarily INCREASE horsepower, but it will ensure the optimum mixture throughout the entire rpm range. I believe my system is now running slightly lean below 5000rpm and am considering remapping soon to try to cure this, after installing a SLIP-ON system.
"Keep yer feet on the pegs and your right hand cranked."
