1. Remove saddlebags. See 2.31 SADDLEBAGS.
2. Remove mufflers. See 4.18 EXHAUST SYSTEM, Mufflers.
3. Remove seat. See 2.30 SEAT.
4. Remove right side front footboard and brackets from frame. See 2.52 FOOTBOARDS AND FOOTRESTS, Rider Footboards.
5. HDI models: Disconnect cable to exhaust valve actuator:
a. Locate active exhaust valve just forward of the right side muffler. Push cam rearward to remove tension from cable, and then release ball end from slot.
b. Remove cable clip from slotted flange at front of active exhaust valve.
6. Disconnect front and rear HO2 sensor connectors.
7. See Figure 4-42. Remove heat shields (10, 19, 22) from pipes.
NOTE
Some models are equipped with only a single muffler on the right side.
8. Loosen clamp (4).
9. Remove fastener (6) and clamp (7).
10. Pull and twist on crossover pipe to remove (8).
11. Remove two flange nuts (17) to release front header pipe from studs of front cylinder head. Slide exhaust flange down header pipe to improve clearance around exhaust port.
12. Remove two flange nuts (17) to release rear header pipe from studs of rear cylinder head.
13. Remove flange nut (21) and carriage bolt (16).
14. Remove exhaust header pipe.
15. Remove and discard gaskets (13) from front and rear exhaust ports.
16. Inspect retaining rings (15) and flanges (14). Replace as necessary.









