Author Topic: Murray Engineering (Read 10636 times)

Leino · « **on:** February 07, 2012, 12:15:07 AM »

Some of the drag racers on the forum (or perhaps THE dragracer) has dealt with Murray Engineering? I'm interested in Mr. Murray's sidewinder for the GS and I experienced difficulties contacting him.
From what I read he isn't too keen on the internet and emails etc. but the pipes are quite well fabricated?

I received one email from him saying he still builds a pipe for my bike and it might solve my front tire-header clearance issues but never got a pic or a price and I gave up after a few emails.

Any ideas highly appreciated.

Thanks!

Juha

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #1 on:** February 07, 2012, 12:36:05 AM »

Seems his website is still under construction

http://www.murrayexhaust.com/index.htm

I'll ask elsewhere.

Sam.

Leino · « **Reply #2 on:** February 07, 2012, 12:39:16 AM »

Quote from: SamCR750A on February 07, 2012, 12:36:05 AM

Seems his website is still under construction

http://www.murrayexhaust.com/index.htm

I'll ask elsewhere.

Sam.

Yes, and it's been in that state for quite a while now

Leino · « **Reply #3 on:** February 07, 2012, 12:48:20 AM »

I also heard no one else sells his pipes, they are made to order and can only be bought from the man himself.

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #4 on:** February 07, 2012, 02:49:05 AM »

Juha, I've asked on dragbike.com but have had to be selective in my wording.
Last night I tried to give Big Jims details to a guy who wanted some welding doing or info into could/would it work and got a telling off from one of the mods for advertising.

Sam.

Leino · « **Reply #5 on:** February 07, 2012, 03:26:08 AM »

Thanks Sam!

dragracer · « **Reply #6 on:** February 07, 2012, 06:39:30 AM »

Yes, Murray basically makes pipes to order. The only way to access them is by phone. I never had any success getting to him in any other way. His pipes are expensive but they are some of the best.

Try this number:541-484-1176 .

Dragbike.com is full of egotistical , ultra ultra conservative Divas. Even if it means helping a fellow racer with a special need no offered by an advertiser, you will get hammered if you don't reccommend a site sponsor. Thank goodness for SOHC forums.

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #7 on:** February 07, 2012, 07:00:09 AM »

It was Wade that pulled me up over it but he was nice about it

unlike that Frank guy on phsycobike who banned me for a week.

It is the same on here but we don't get to heavy handed with it.

Sam.

somesuch · « **Reply #8 on:** February 07, 2012, 09:07:50 AM »

Very nice exhausts indeed! Perfect fit everywhere....Had one on my bike and regret getting rid of it. Here are a couple of pictures....

Jim F · « **Reply #9 on:** February 07, 2012, 09:15:25 AM »

I tried to put my website on Dragbike.com and got the same Ass chewing that Sam got

oh well

Jim

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #10 on:** February 07, 2012, 09:20:05 AM »

Cos ya didn't pay

Darvill Racing · « **Reply #11 on:** February 07, 2012, 09:29:07 AM »

Crikey those pipes on the 750 are lovely...

Shame its sooooo hard to deal with this chap!

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #12 on:** February 07, 2012, 12:03:45 PM »

My thoughts also Alex.

Sam.

ken736cc · « **Reply #13 on:** February 09, 2012, 12:06:08 PM »

I have a Murray X pipe for GS. Never used. I can send pictures if you are interested.

Ken

Leino · « **Reply #14 on:** February 09, 2012, 12:50:59 PM »

Quote from: ken736cc on February 09, 2012, 12:06:08 PM

I have a Murray X pipe for GS. Never used. I can send pictures if you are interested.

Ken

Thanks for the offer but my bike won't have enough ground clearance after the latest modifications to run anything but a sidewinder.

Juha

dragracer · « **Reply #15 on:** February 09, 2012, 04:24:01 PM »

Quote from: Leino on February 09, 2012, 12:50:59 PM

Quote from: ken736cc on February 09, 2012, 12:06:08 PM
I have a Murray X pipe for GS. Never used. I can send pictures if you are interested.

Ken
Thanks for the offer but my bike won't have enough ground clearance after the latest modifications to run anything but a sidewinder.

Juha

Juha, whats wrong with running the Vance and Hines Pro Pipe (sidewinder) on your bike?? Right now its the cheapest and easiest pipe to source. It costs about $220 US and can be bought off several vendors on Ebay. I just bought one for my KZ project. Not the most high quality but it will get the job done. Or, you can check the Ebay auctions for a used pipe- i see them in good shape all the time. Also look at the Dragbike.com ads because i have seen a few used ones there as well.

dragracer · « **Reply #16 on:** February 09, 2012, 05:05:06 PM »

Check this one out. Ok, so its $244, not $220 like i posted earlier-lol.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VANCE-HINES-DRAG-RACE-PRO-PIPE-EXHAUST-SYSTEM-82-83-SUZUKI-GS1100S-KATANA-/110820702656?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item19cd6db9c0

Or this one;

http://www.ebay.com/itm/80-86-Suzuki-GS1100-Vance-Hines-Pro-Pipe-Chrome-Exhaust-/400271306284?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item5d32076e2c

A used sidewinder here;

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Dragbike-Header-Sidewinder-Exhaust-80-83-Suzuki-GS1100-Bob-Carpenter-Vintage-/250989363161?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item3a7021bfd9

Leino · « **Reply #17 on:** February 09, 2012, 11:40:26 PM »

I've used the V&H PCO pipe for two seasons and #3 and #4 headerpipes are very close to the front tire, even hit it when I land a wheelie or brake and turn at the end of the track.

Stock frame, GSX-R 1100 -89 forks and 17" wheel, it's a tight fit.

Maybe the other V&H you pointed out uses less space?

There's always the chance to cut and weld the one I have but they are no longer available from V&H so I'm trying to find another way...

In the last race of the season 2011 I had a GSX-R header fitted but it hangs very low, lot lower than frame rails.

dragracer · « **Reply #18 on:** February 10, 2012, 05:14:17 AM »

Quote from: Leino on February 09, 2012, 11:40:26 PM

I've used the V&H PCO pipe for two seasons and #3 and #4 headerpipes are very close to the front tire, even hit it when I land a wheelie or brake and turn at the end of the track.

Stock frame, GSX-R 1100 -89 forks and 17" wheel, it's a tight fit.

Maybe the other V&H you pointed out uses less space?

There's always the chance to cut and weld the one I have but they are no longer available from V&H so I'm trying to find another way...

In the last race of the season 2011 I had a GSX-R header fitted but it hangs very low, lot lower than frame rails.

Ahhh, now i get the picture. An unraked frame is usually an issue with a sidewinder in most cases anyway due to the very clearance issue you describe. I remedied that somewhat on my GSXR by using a low profile front tire that many of the grudge racers around here use. I will see if i can find the exact brand/size and post it for you. Perhaps it will help resolve your issue versus buying a new pipe. Its worth a shot if your pipe is still good. $600 plus versus $90 = no brainer.

Leino · « **Reply #19 on:** February 10, 2012, 07:11:46 AM »

Quote from: dragracer on February 10, 2012, 05:14:17 AM

Ahhh, now i get the picture. An unraked frame is usually an issue with a sidewinder in most cases anyway due to the very clearance issue you describe. I remedied that somewhat on my GSXR by using a low profile front tire that many of the grudge racers around here use. I will see if i can find the exact brand/size and post it for you. Perhaps it will help resolve your issue versus buying a new pipe. Its worth a shot if your pipe is still good. $600 plus versus $90 = no brainer.

Thanks Frank, highly appreciated!
I have a Michelin 120/60 now, bought it a few years back

dragracer · « **Reply #20 on:** February 10, 2012, 10:46:20 PM »

Ok, my friend. I used this tire on my GSXR and i just installed it on my old school KZ. I bought it from Spencer Cycle but i'm sure you can source it closer to you if you decide to go this route versus the new pipe. It will be shorter than what you have now.

Pirelli 90/80/S17 Grudge
List Price: $105.99
Our Price: $129.00
Sale Price: $86.00 FREE SHIPPING! UPS GROUND CONTENITAL USA ONLY
You save $19.99!

The choice for those that want the lowest profile DOT rated tire.

Leino · « **Reply #21 on:** February 11, 2012, 12:55:04 AM »

Quote from: dragracer on February 10, 2012, 10:46:20 PM

Ok, my friend. I used this tire on my GSXR and i just installed it on my old school KZ. I bought it from Spencer Cycle but i'm sure you can source it closer to you if you decide to go this route versus the new pipe. It will be shorter than what you have now.

Pirelli 90/80/S17 Grudge
List Price: $105.99
Our Price: $129.00
Sale Price: $86.00 FREE SHIPPING! UPS GROUND CONTENITAL USA ONLY
You save $19.99!

The choice for those that want the lowest profile DOT rated tire.

Thanks Frank, unfortunately I have to use a tire with V-speed rating...

dragracer · « **Reply #22 on:** February 12, 2012, 03:08:14 PM »

Quote from: Leino on February 11, 2012, 12:55:04 AM

Quote from: dragracer on February 10, 2012, 10:46:20 PM
Ok, my friend. I used this tire on my GSXR and i just installed it on my old school KZ. I bought it from Spencer Cycle but i'm sure you can source it closer to you if you decide to go this route versus the new pipe. It will be shorter than what you have now.

Pirelli 90/80/S17 Grudge
List Price: $105.99
Our Price: $129.00
Sale Price: $86.00 FREE SHIPPING! UPS GROUND CONTENITAL USA ONLY
You save $19.99!

The choice for those that want the lowest profile DOT rated tire.
Thanks Frank, unfortunately I have to use a tire with V-speed rating...

Looks like we missed out again. Make a post over on Psychobike about a low profile V rated tire, i'm sure they have the answer for you. I'll be on the lookout for a stepped, spyder pipe for you. I have one myself but its for an upcoming dragbike project for the wife.

sorcerer · « **Reply #23 on:** February 12, 2012, 04:27:01 PM »

All true about the Murray...ran one on my Busa before I went turbo...had to call him direct...talked to his wife I think and yes he makes them on his Property...right out back. Nice construction and great value...once you get one of course.

RCjr.

dragracer · « **Reply #24 on:** February 13, 2012, 06:29:40 PM »

Juha,

Check out the spyder pipe in this ad. Good price too.

Frank
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Leino · « **Reply #25 on:** February 17, 2012, 11:06:06 AM »

Hi Frank, I just spent about the same amount on new pistons

Brand new JE, 1327cc 13,5:1 compression from Orient Express.
My exhaust dreams are on hold until my brother pays me some of the money he owes

dragracer · « **Reply #26 on:** February 17, 2012, 02:10:40 PM »

I just realized that the advertiser is an acquantence of mine. He is a multi time Top Gas champion for SEMDRA.

When you get ready to buy, let me know and maybe i can call Dennis at Murray exhaust to get a quote for you.

Good luck with the season.

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Author Topic: Murray Engineering (Read 10636 times)