OPP Racing has developed a Thermal Protection Kit to protect your lower from the high heat from your exhaust headers. Our lowers are AMA-approved so there is no cut-out to vent heat from the exhaust headers. The extreme temperatures can cause your paint job to bubble.

You can protect your lower by purchasing our Thermal Protection Kit. This kit consists of:

• One (1) roll of Black Exhaust Header Wrap (1" x 50' each)*;
• One (1) set of Stainless Steel Locking Ties (8 x 8")
• One (1) can of High Heat Silicone Sealant
• One (1) small sheet of Reflect-a-Cool (18" x 24")

* Unlike the Thermal Protection Kit for carbon lowers, only one (1) roll of header wrap is needed for V-twin engines and inline-4 engines.

1. Remove your lower from your bike.
2. FOR THE HEADERS: Ensure that your exhaust headers are cool and dry.
3. Wrap your headers with the Exhaust Header Wrap where the headers are closest to the lower. Instructions are included with each box of wrap.
4. Secure the ends with the Stainless Steel Locking Ties. Clip off the extra bits.
5. Spray the headers with the High Heat Silicone Sealant. Let it sit overnight in a warm, dry area.
6. The Fun Part: After letting the headers dry overnight, move your bike to a WELL VENTILATED AREA (preferably outside). Start your bike and let the engine idle for 15 minutes. Your bike will begin to smoke - this is the BURNING PHASE. Don't worry, your bike won't catch on fire...it just looks like it will. (Feel free to have a fire extinguisher handy if it makes you feel better.) After 15 minutes, turn off your bike and let it cool down.
7. FOR THE LOWER: Cut your Reflect-A-Cool into 6" x 24" strips. Cover the area directly underneath each header as well plus a 6" margin on each side. Each sheet has an adhesive backing for easy application. You can use any excess Cool Tape to secure the edges of the Reflect-A-Cool.
8. Attach your lower to your bike.

Congratulations! You have successfully protected your paint against heat damage!