trick to removind the exhaust

[vfr400aussie]

HI i have done a quick search but didnt find anything
I'm putting on can on my exhaust so im trying to take it off
i have undone all the bolts and i have been jigging it around for ages but no luck
what is the trick it looks like i cant get the rear pipe over the studs and swingarm
also im doing it on the sidestand is that why it's a bastard??
thanks

[Cammo]

What part of the exhaust are you trying to remove?

Which bike, and is it the standard exhaust system?

I've never removed a standard (1 piece) system, if it is you might need to remove the rear shock (or get nasty with an angle grinder!).

[vfr400aussie]

sorry yeah it's an nc30 and it is the standard exhaust

[CMSMJ1]

It is a total pain in the arse.. You'll have to fight with it. Sliding the rear off the stubby manifold is tough on a cut or aftermarket system..let alone a full length standard one.

[banoffee]

a chap I was chatting to at boxhill with a full system said it was easier with the swingarm out

[superlite]

You should be good if you get the shock out.

I assume you don't have the required stands, so try the old car jack under the (rear) of the engine trick. It's been a good few years since I've had to deal with a stock exhaust, but I don't recall too many issues? Just add heaps of WD40 and loosen all the bolts before you get it on the jack.

Good luck!