The DB Snorkel

I could not make the Snorkel fit with my KDX easily. First, the stock fender got in the way. Next, the exhaust-side subframe tube was in the way and had to be trimmed. After I ordered and installed an MX rear fender, I noticed that the Snorkel was jammed up against the rear fender and I knew that riding would cause a hole to occur in the Snorkel where it contacted the fender. And when I tried riding with it, my bike poured blue smoke indicating a need for rejetting. I punted and sent it back.

I really wanted to use the Snorkel because I want my bike to be as quiet as possible, but the Snorkel just wasn't a slamdunk fit with my KDX. Syd Gearing, creator of the Snorkel, told me that he hasn't done any testing with the KDX but plans to after my difficulties. For what it is worth, Syd is a great guy to work with and very flexible with customer service. You might want to contact him and discuss possible fitment issues with your particular bike before you order.

If he ever figures out how to make it work with a KDX, or if I get a different bike anytime soon, I will order it again.

I saw a KTM with one of these on it at the Red River enduro just after reading about it the week before. Unfortunately I was caught up in getting ready for the race and didn't go talk to the guy. Now I am curious about how quiet it is.

I have one on my 300. The main body is wedged up againnst the fender, but it fits. I don't notice any loss of power and didn't have to change my jetting. It does change the tone of the exhaust note. The bike sounds rich, blubbery, at low throttle openings, but throttle response is still crisp.

It definitely takes the edge off the exhaust note, but you will still hear engine noise. I rode with a group last Sunday that included 2 KTM 300EXC's and 2 KDX's (a 200 and a 220). I'd say my bike was probably the quietest one of the group.

Thanks for the info on how it works on your GG300. I'm thinking of upgrading from my KDX to a KTM 2T, probably a 300XCW (if I can find one), and if I do, I'll order a Snorkel in a heartbeat.

Don't you think that the constant rubbing against the fender will cause a hole to form in the Snorkel???

wanaride said:

Don't you think that the constant rubbing against the fender will cause a hole to form in the Snorkel???

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The rear fender is solid mounted to the subframe. The fender does not rub on the snorkel, only pushes against it.

Last enduro it sound tested at 87dbA. That's down from the 93dbA and 94dbA tested after a fresh repacking of the silencer.