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January 5, 2007
Greetings!
Welcome to the Pipeline, a quarterly newsletter from
SuperTrapp.
We pride ourselves on being a leading
manufacturer of aftermarket exhausts, but we also pride ourselves on
bringing you the information you desire most! Pipeline is our
quarterly newsletter which all readers can enjoy whether it’s
reading about our newest products, racing updates and results,
testimonials, or the ever so popular “In Werner’s Words” by who
else? Bill Werner! We have asked, listened and responded to riders
suggestions and feedback regarding products they’d like to see enter
the market.
Our business is built upon superior quality
aftermarket exhausts. Our longevity is built upon our communication
with you, the passionate enthusiasts in the motorcycle and ATV
industry. We look forward to continuously communicating with you via
the Pipeline and seeing you on the road this year. Be sure to stop
by and visit us at our trailer which you will see at numerous events
this year. Here’s to a healthy and Happy New Year!
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Product Spotlight:
The following new products are now available at your
nearest SuperTrapp dealer. Find the dealer nearest you at http://supertrapp
.com/ locator/index.asp
Improve Your
Drivability Right Out of the Box with SuperPak
SuperTrapp is excited to introduce the first complete
all-in-one, easy-to-install high performance intake, fuel and
exhaust kit for select Harley Davidson Softail and Touring
models with Harley-Davidson Fuel Injected Twin Cam Motors with
Delphi ECU. The 3-part SuperPak includes a SuperTrapp exhaust,
plus the following performance enhancing components which will
eliminate the worry of having to figure out what works
together: FiControl is a digital fuel injection control unit
engineered by SuperTrapp. The FiControl unit comes
pre-calibrated for each specific application. The end user can
also modify the pre-set curves to adjust for any unique
requirements or riding styles. ProFilter is SuperTrapp’s own
high performance air filter. SuperPak kits are available with
a wide variety of SuperTrapp exhausts, including the new SE
Series Slip-Ons, classic 2:1 SuperMeg Systems and Mean Mother
exhausts. Each kit is tuned for high-performance compatibility
to provide a dramatic increase in usable torque and
horsepower. “The real beauty of this kit,” said Kevin Berger,
president of SuperTrapp, “is that the Digital Fuel Management
Unit, with a full-featured diagnostic mode, provides improved
drivability right out of the box, yet it also allows the user
to make custom modifications.”
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New Black Ceramic 2:1 SuperTrapp and Kerker
SuperMegs
SuperTrapp answered the popular demand of
riders by designing black ceramic 2:1 SuperMegs for FLH, Dyna,
Sportster and Softails. Many riders have been looking for an
alternative to chrome exhausts and the black finish provides a
unique look in many applications. Our 2:1 is by far the best
performing exhaust for your V-Twin and the dyno charts prove
it. The 2.5” collector provides maximum flow even on big bore
motors. The three-piece full coverage heat shields keep the
heat away from the rider. The black ceramic SuperTrapp 2:1
SuperMegs, designed to enhance the appearance of any
Harley-Davidson, include the patented SuperTrapp Disc
Technology allowing riders to adjust sound levels and
powerband by adding or removing 4” internal discs. The Kerker
system features a Full Flow mechanical core for a deep throaty
sound and top end performance.
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SuperTrapp Encourages ATV Riders to Become
MudSlingers
ATV riders will be thrilled with
SuperTrapp’s introduction of the new MudSlinger to its product
line. This rugged exhaust, with its polished stainless steel
outer body has an aluminum end cap that not only looks cool,
but will hold up to the abuse that aggressive ATV riders can
dish out. The mechanical core offers a dramatic increase in
torque and throttle response. Equipped with a removable USFS
Approved Spark Arrestor, the MudSlinger has an aggressive
tone, yet is 96db and forestry legal. It utilizes “Pillow
Pack” packing for the ultimate in durability along with
superior silencing and an optional deep water fording kit is
also available . All models come complete with clear
instructions and all hardware which eliminate guesswork by
lending bolt on power right out of the box. Available for
Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Arctic Cat and BRP models.
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| In Werner's Words
The Series Split - An Interview with Bill Werner
Q. Last year we experienced the series split. What
are some of the things we’ve learned and what do you find
confuses most fans regarding the series split?
A.
A lot of things have changed due to the split. This year they
split the series into two separate series based upon
displacement of motorcycles. The 450, or singles, is what they
call the GNC lights class and these would predominantly be
racing on the short tracks or the tt’s. The bigger tracks such
as the miles and half miles, would be with the twins class.
The series sponsor (Ford) wanted a combined champion and they
paid out their money according to the combined championship.
Kenny Coolbeth was the twins champion and was also the
combined champion. So, in theory, you could say he was the
former GNC overall champion, but he won’t go down in the
record books as such because they split it up.
There
might be some confusion this year. For example, Jake Johnson
in the singles class will be wearing the #1 plate and Kenny
Coolbeth will have #31. When they switch to the twins class in
Springfield, they have back to back races and one day Jake
Johnson will be #1 in the race and the next day he’s #14. The
reverse will be true in the twins class. Kenny Coolbeth will
be #31 in the singles bikes class and #1 in the twins class.
I’m not sure how the fans will respond to that. I can see that
it might cause some confusion. Publications that follow flat
track racing and individual programs, especially at the race
tracks, have a great opportunity to communicate this
information because of all of the potential confusion. People
left the stands last year because they thought they were going
to see Kenny Coolbeth at #1 and then they showed up at Daytona
and Kenny was #31, which realistically, Kenny was #1 in the
twins class last year. If sponsors publish the right
information in individual programs it will make for some
interesting reading at the races because there will be a
little bit of confusion that fans will be seeking
clarification on.
Q. What are some of the
advantages of the splits? Do you tend to see more brand
diversity coming into the sport?
A. There were
some manufacturers that felt they could be more competitive in
a single-faceted series and had a better chance of winning a
championship rather than the combined championship. They felt
they didn’t have a bike that would be competitive in both of
the series. Some manufacturers would have a great singles
bike, but not as good of a twin and vice versa. The decision
was made to split the series to hopefully enhance
participation by different manufacturers that might have a
brand or type of vehicle that would lend itself to one of
these series, rather than just a combined effort. The reality
of it is that it really hasn’t changed much, other than there
are two separate champions. The people that participated in
the singles series were the people that participated before.
The people that participated in the twins class were the same
people that participated before. There’s more brand diversity
in the singles class than in the twins class. The twins class
has been a pretty hard nut to crack so to speak for other
brands to be competitive with the XR750. The people that have
campaigned the XR750 for a long period of time have a wealth
of knowledge on tracks and set-ups. Right now, that’s the
differential between winning and losing consistently. There
are a couple of other twins out there that might come to the
front and prove to be competitive too, but that remains to be
seen. The nature of dirt track racing is that it’s a game of
subtleties and little things make a difference.
Q.
What are some disadvantages of the split?
A. The
“purists” are disappointed in the split because they like the
history, tradition and comparison of riders over the years. I
guess it’s too early to tell if this has been a successful
thing to do or not. I’m not quite sure how the fans will
respond to it long term. My perspective and ideal scenario
would be to have three. You could maintain the integrity of
the combined championship and offer the availability for
singles bike manufacturers and twins bike manufacturers to
compete for individual championships. It could be a win, win
scenario and right now, I’m not sure that’s the case. Time
will tell and we’ll see how the fans respond.
Q.
Who are some of the prominent guys in the different series? Is
there anyone in particular that we should keep an eye out
for?
A. I’ve often said “Individuals win races and
programs win championships.” We have a lot of up and coming
riders. Bryan Smith and Jared Mees are relatively new to the
GNC series and have had a tremendous impact on the series at a
relatively young age. Sam Halbert, rookie of the year, had a
very good year and is a relatively young man. He would be
somebody to keep an eye on. Kenny Coolbeth isn’t a youngster
anymore, but he’s not an aged veteran. You can’t discount any
individual. Mike Hacker re-lived his glory days by winning the
nationals at Parkersburg and he’s going to be a top
competitor. I would look for him to win a national or two this
year. The reality of it is, individuals on any given day can
win a race. There are a dozen of them. To ask, “Who will win a
championship?”, that gets down to a handful of people. It gets
down to programming, logistics and having good equipment every
week. There are only a handful of people that can
realistically win a championship like Chris Carr with a good
program supported by Ford. Harley-Davidson has a good program
supported by themselves. Suzuki and Yamaha have been very
prevalent in the singles class as well as KTM.
Q.
Do you care to make any predictions regarding the upcoming
race season?
A. You’d like to say “let’s go with
the champion” and for the singles class, that would be Jake
Johnson. He is going to certainly want to defend his title.
Kenny Coolbeth is going to do everything he can to defend his
title. Chris Carr, you can’t count him out. Jared Mees and
Bryan Smith, they’re on the support Harley-Davidson team.
They’d be in contention to win a championship. Mike Hacker,
under the right circumstances such as having the right program
aligned with the right people should not be counted out
either. He can be a player on any given day.Deep pockets
generally win championships and individuals win races. The
people that have the best programs are the most likely to come
out at the end of the year because they can deal with the
anomalies of the sport such as engine failures and
transportation issues. They can overcome those things much
more easily than some others could. Overall, I think it’s
going to be an exciting year!
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| XIIR Kicks Off the New Year
SuperTrapp has been named the official exhaust sponsor
of XIIR (Xtreme International Ice Racing) for the fifth
consecutive year. New this year is the SuperTrapp "Dash for
Cash" which offers amateur, local quad riders who come in 1st
place a $500.00 cash bonus for competing with a SuperTrapp
exhaust with SuperTrapp's name predominantly displayed.
XIIR is not your ordinary Sunday afternoon sporting
event. This is an adrenaline pumping event, sure to have you
jumping out of your seat! The XIIR, which features riders
racing at up to 60mph without brakes, is a series of 10-12
motorcycle and ATV races held in hockey arenas throughout the
United States. The smell of the exhaust, the ice spraying and
the unavoidable crashing into hay bales will keep you coming
back for more. This season, SuperTrapp will provide all
Speedway racers in the series with a full exhaust system
designed specifically for the speedway chassis. Due to the
substantial power boost provided by SuperTrapp’s tunable disc
technology, all racers are required to equip their bikes with
a SuperTrapp exhaust so that no racer is left with a
disadvantage. Be sure to check out an XIIR event at an arena
near you.
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According to Our Riders
Tips
We know our riders love the tunable
disc technology of a SuperTrapp exhaust. That’s why we’d like
you to share a tunable experience with us. So you have a great
dyno story? Maybe you’d like to share a tip that improved your
bike’s performance. Send your tips and stories to riderstories@supertrapp.com
and look for them in this section of future issues of
Pipeline.
This Issue's Testimonial
I
recently did a total rebuild on my Fuel Injected Evo. After
installing a performance cam, increasing the compression and
adding large valve heads the engine was not producing the low
end torque that I wanted and the engine seemed to be straining
to push into the upper rpm band. The stock exhaust system had
to go. The old stock plumbing with slip-ons was stopping up my
engine and couldn't breathe. A friend had great success with
his Dyna and the SuperTrapp system and suggested I try the 2
into 1 pipe manufactured by SuperTrapp. I followed his advice
and can say, "I am impressed." The bike now pulls like a
freight train in the mountains and the engine seems to just
free wheel into the high rpm band with no effort. The quality
and fit of your new system made the swap painless. An added
benefit that I noticed here in this southern heat is that the
bike runs cooler for me. No more heat boiling up from under
the seat due to the Harley exhaust plumbing crossover stock
system. Your exhaust system looks great.
David
Borden, FLHR
Testimonials
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to be featured in the next issue? Send a short testimonial to
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and look for one in this section of each issue.
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Survey
In our last issue of Pipeline, we asked:
Question: What most influences your exhaust
purchase?
The responses have been calculated and
here is what Pipeline readers had to say:
1. Dealer
recommended it : 21%
2. It’s affiliated with racing : 8%
3. I’m familiar with the brand : 53%
4. Recommended by
a friend : 18%
This Month's Survey
Question:
Which publication(s) do you most
frequently see SuperTrapp advertisements or editorials in?
We’ll have the results for you in the next issue
of Pipeline.
Click
here to vote online
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We look forward to hearing from you!
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