For most motorcycle enthusiasts, an aftermarket exhaust is among the most popular

modifications made on their bikes. Found on everything from 125cc scooters to fire
breathing 1000cc sportbikes, aftermarket exhaust systems can be the cause of joy and
excitement for some, and a serious cause of annoyance for others. As a result, the
massive popularity of aftermarket exhausts has created a massive aftermarket scene, a
large chunk of which is comprised by aftermarket pipes and mufflers.

Now, the legality of aftermarket exhaust systems has been a highly debated topic.
However, the most widely accepted standard was that of the Land Transportation Office
mandated 115 decibel limit. Well, all this could be about to change, as the LTO is now
drafting new guidelines in accordance to the implementation of the new Motor Vehicle
Inspection System, or MVIS. In line with this, a new decibel limit of 99 decibels is being
proposed. To avoid confusion this early on, the LTO has made it explicitly clear with
regards to the what and how of it all.