I am sure many of us would have experienced this at some point—being stuck in traffic behind a bike with an upward-facing silencer, only to get a direct blast of hot exhaust fumes on our face. It's not just annoying; it's a serious health and safety hazard.
🔴 What’s the Problem?
Many modern bikes come with silencers that are angled upwards, right at the face level of the rider or passenger behind them.
In slow-moving traffic, this means:
✔️ Hot exhaust gases hitting your face, making it uncomfortable and dangerous.
✔️ Carbon emissions & pollutants being directly inhaled, causing respiratory issues.
✔️ Skin irritation & discomfort, especially in summer heat.
✔️ Visibility issues due to smoke in extreme cases.
🚦 Why Is No One Talking About It?
Bike enthusiasts love the aesthetics of these designs, and manufacturers focus on style and performance. But at what cost? Traffic conditions in cities mean riders are often in close proximity, making this issue even worse.
✅ What Can Be Done?
✔️ Manufacturers should rethink silencer angles to be more commuter-friendly. Even if the silencer is angled upwards, let the end tip have a downward facing mouth so that the direction of the fume/exhaust is towards the ground and not towards the air
✔️ Regulatory authorities should take note and introduce design guidelines.
✔️ Bikers should be mindful when modifying exhausts—choosing designs that don’t cause discomfort to others.
Let’s make urban commuting safer and healthier for everyone. If you’ve faced this issue, drop a comment below! Would love to hear your thoughts and experiences.
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