Will removing the udder make a smelly monster?

[markducatis2r]

2005 S2R800
Got some cash burning a hole in my pocket, finally thinking about getting the Spark mid-pipe.  My question is: Can I expect a slightly smellier exhaust after the mod?

[stopintime]

Not unless you also do something to richen the fuel mixture (Ducati Performance ECU, Power Commander, ...)

In fact, your bike will run leaner with a more open exhaust = less smelly.

If you get midpipes, I recommend not opening the air filter box - it will run too lean.
I also suggest getting it checked by a shop afterwards, to see if it needs the small adjustments possible on a stock fuel system (too lean = runs poorly and gets too hot)

Midpipes does wonders to the music