Eliminating Exhaust Backfires

If you have replaced your pipes with aftermarket versions, or have gutted the stock pipes you may notice a backfire upon deceleration.

The first thing to do is remove the afterburner on the 800 or the reed valves on the 1500. See tips:

• Coasters - 1500 mod for air valve, reed valves, etc.
• Afterburner Removal - For 800, equivalent to coaster fix for 1500.

Replace the stock exhaust gaskets with the Kawasaki replacement or you can use the HD exhaust gasket. OEM Kawasaki Gaskets:

• 800 - Part No. 11060-1680 (all years)
• 1500 - Part No. 11060-1119 (all years)

Drifter owners have reported good results with the HD OEM version.

PART # 17048-98

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Thanks T-Stan, Yahoo Drifter Forum. Graphic courtesy of Gadget's Fixit Page