[Sara/AWE]

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Compact powerhouse. Presenting the AWE Exhaust Suite for the BMW G87 M2:

• 50-state emissions-complaint dual 3” exhaust configuration
• Available as valved SwitchPath™ or rowdy Track Edition
• Optional non-resonated performance mid-pipes available separately
• SwitchPath™ incorporates AWE’s drone-canceling 180 Technology®, and retains all factory valve controls – no additional remote needed
• Track Edition (with mid-pipes) provides a 13 lb weight savings over the stock exhaust
• Bespoke X-pipe unlocks a smooth tone out of the S58
• Ball socket mounting points for easy installation
• Max gains of 3 hp and 4 lb-ft of torque at the wheels
• Quad 4.5” double-walled, slash-cut tips available in chrome silver and diamond black
• Less is more: clean, straight-through design maximizes performance
• Manufactured in-house in the USA, at AWE
• AWE No CEL Guarantee
• AWE Perfect Fitment Guarantee
• AWE Lifetime Warranty

SWITCHPATH™ VALVED EXHAUST:

Featuring AWE's patented drone-canceling 180 Technology®, the AWE SwitchPath™ brings no drone, minimal bends, maximum flow, and push-button attitude. The SwitchPath™ Exhaust is composed of 3-inch U.S.-sourced T304L stainless steel, a precision x-pipe, and a valved SwitchPath™ muffler tuned specifically for the S58.



Beginning after the factory mid-pipe, the precision X-pipe immediately helps smooth the S58 of its rasp, deepening the tone before it's refined further by the bespoke SwitchPath™ muffler in the rear.



The closed valve experience

When the valves are closed, the SwitchPath™ Exhaust produces a refined, aggressive howl while remaining full-bodied and powerful – no congested, metallic sounds when on the throttle. At cruising speeds, interior acoustics are close to stock with no drone at cruising speeds. AWE SwitchPath™ tech also responds perfectly to the many transmission settings and shift points in the G87. Drop the hammer with the valves closed and SwitchPath™ sings a proper M anthem. If you were to leave the valves closed at all times after equipping SwitchPath™, we wouldn’t blame you — it’s that good… all of the time.



The opened valve experience

Open the valves and the S58’s roar is uncorked. Sport and Sport+ modes achieve the ultimate contrast in behavior when compared to comfort driving modes (valves closed). In Sport mode, the exhaust note is powerful, clean, and aggressive. In Sport+ mode, the same aggression applies… but with grin-provoking burbles. Thanks to the precision X-pipe, the rasp is still kept in check while allowing the exhaust note to reach full aggression.



If you’re looking for the best of both worlds (i.e. drone-free, clean aggression), and want to retain your factory valve behavior all while gaining peace of mind (i.e. emissions compliance), look no further than SwitchPath™.

THE TRACK EDITION:



AWE’s Track Edition takes all of the precision engineering and performance of its SwitchPath™ counterpart, minus the valved muffler in the rear. The result is a constant “valve open” mode, at an affordable price. If you’re craving rich and rowdy tones at all times, and a hefty 13 lb weight savings, this is your dose of steel.



The Track Edition Exhaust, also 50 state legal like its SwitchPath™ sibling, comes complete with AWE valve simulators to accommodate your factory exhaust valve motors. Happy ECU, happy life.



Note: This version is known to get rowdy, and may be too much for many. For that reason, this particular version cannot be returned due to sound preference. Prepare yourself (Sport+ mode can be pretty raucous)!

THE NON-RESONATED PERFORMANCE MID PIPES:



Ditch the factory mid-section and replace it with two 3”, non-resonated mid-pipes designed to up the ante in the aggression department. Mate the mid-pipes to the SwitchPath™ or Track Edition Exhausts if you prefer the party to start right behind the factory secondary catalysts.



Performance Specs:



VERY IMPORTANT FITMENT NOTES (PLEASE READ THIS TOO):
Mid Pipes: AWE’s Non-Resonated Performance Mid-Pipes are designed to be paired to AWE Exhausts only. Due to varying cut points, they’re not guaranteed to work with another manufacturer’s exhaust configuration.
Exhausts: AWE Exhausts feature inlet adapters to mate to the factory mid-section. When pairing AWE Mid-Pipes to the SwitchPath™ or Track Edition Exhausts, the aforementioned adapters are not needed. Due to varying cut points, AWE Exhausts are not guaranteed to mate with another manufacturer’s mid pipes.
Valances: AWE Exhausts are confirmed to fit all factory valances.

[Southtown]

Price?

[SloppySquid]

Will this be valved?

[medphysdave]

Makes me sad that the F87 was skipped, but glad for the G87 crowd. I would have run an AWE exhaust if it had been available.

[it.g.ma_g87]

Originally Posted by Southtown

Price?

I would assume same as g80 and g82

[GOLFFRR]

nice, sounds clean. I like it

[Dave07997S]

Love the UH-60 taking off in the back ground. I have to admit, this is one of the better sounding exhausts. My M2 will be here soon, I am still not sold on the way these cars sound.

[kthor703]

Originally Posted by medphysdave

Makes me sad that the F87 was skipped, but glad for the G87 crowd. I would have run an AWE exhaust if it had been available.

Same here...

[HotRodM4]

Big fan of the AWE exhaust on my F82. Love the rumble from the 3” exhaust piping. Glad to know if I ever make the move to a G87 that there’s gonna be an AWE exhaust option!

[Sara/AWE]

Originally Posted by Southtown

Price?

Originally Posted by SloppySquid

Will this be valved?

All the info will be up at launch, and of course I will update this thread when the info is live

[Sara/AWE]

Originally Posted by medphysdave

Makes me sad that the F87 was skipped, but glad for the G87 crowd. I would have run an AWE exhaust if it had been available.

Originally Posted by kthor703

Same here...

That is not necessarily how this works, we didn't actively 'skip' that generation. When we break into a new market like M2 we start with the newest offering and based on how well we do in R&D and how it is received, we would then look to cover other generations of the car.

All that to say, if the G87 goes well and there is an interest, we will certainly look into the previous gen for a future project.

[it.g.ma_g87]

Originally Posted by Sara/AWE

All the info will be up at launch, and of course I will update this thread when the info is live

Is there anything materially different from the g80/82 or is it the same exhaust but fits the g87?

[Resoelg]

I'm local to Horsham. Would love to hear the G87 exhaust live.

[Reddevils7]

Sounds good. Goes to show at least BMW acknowledged the lawnmower note on the S55 and fixed it with the equal section in the midpipe on the S58.

Which variant of the exhaust was the video? Track edition, non-resonated?

[Sara/AWE]

Originally Posted by yoon_209

Is there anything materially different from the g80/82 or is it the same exhaust but fits the g87?

A few components carry over like the valves, muffler, and x, but the general path is not the same so you would not be able to fit a G80/82 system to a G87 or vise versa.

Same ingredients, different combination if that makes sense.

[Sara/AWE]

Originally Posted by Resoelg

I'm local to Horsham. Would love to hear the G87 exhaust live.

Would love to show you but our development vehicle has since departed.

Originally Posted by Reddevils7

Sounds good. Goes to show at least BMW acknowledged the lawnmower note on the S55 and fixed it with the equal section in the midpipe on the S58.

Which variant of the exhaust was the video? Track edition, non-resonated?

The video was a culmination of all the cool shots we got while filming sound, just a little teaser to let you know we are launching soon.

Some more straightforward and dedicated sound clips will be posted of each configuration on launch day.

[Resoelg]

"Would love to show you but our development vehicle has since departed".

Need another development car for "research purposes" and future videos??
LMK - l'm 10 minutes from the shop.😁

[it.g.ma_g87]

Originally Posted by Sara/AWE

A few components carry over like the valves, muffler, and x, but the general path is not the same so you would not be able to fit a G80/82 system to a G87 or vise versa.

Same ingredients, different combination if that makes sense.

Would you say that the same configuration of the exhausts sound different in the g87 vs g80/82?

For mutiple brands it seems that they do due to the different lengths in mid section despite the same engine

[shoe3k]

Originally Posted by Sara/AWE

Compact powerhouse: AWE Exhaust Suite for the BMW G87 M2 is near.

Sign up to be notified upon release, right this way!

Single mid-pipe option?

[M_Power Rob]

Some people need to read, or listen, to what Sara/AWE is posting.

[Sara/AWE]

Originally Posted by Resoelg

"Would love to show you but our development vehicle has since departed".

Need another development car for "research purposes" and future videos??
LMK - l'm 10 minutes from the shop.😁

Appreciate that! We are all wrapped on this project, but we will keep you in mind if we need another development car.

Originally Posted by shoe3k

Single mid-pipe option?

Our system is a true dual including the mid pipes as we found it preferable during testing for performance and sound.

Originally Posted by yoon_209

Would you say that the same configuration of the exhausts sound different in the g87 vs g80/82?

For mutiple brands it seems that they do due to the different lengths in mid section despite the same engine

From my personal experience, I believe there are subtle differences due to the design but overall very similar.

Either way, full sound clips for comparison will be up upon launch this week

[BMW DIY Guy]

System is live and full install DIY and review is up!

I had a chance to get hands on with this system and a gorgeous local M2, installing both the catback and track edition for a full DIY. This also gave me a chance to do a full before and after video comparing stock, catback and track edition all on the same car, same day. What a fantastic opportunity to work with a new system and very likely the very first G87 customer car outside their shop, in the world!

The install is straight forward and I walk you through the entire process, and you can hear the differences in the setups. The catback is excellent, adding a deeper note and extra growl in both Efficient and Sport modes. The Track edition is valveless, so brings the full spicy all the time, with both much louder than stock emphasizing exhaust tone and burbles.

Here are the full set of links for both installs and the full comparison of the systems!

Track edition

Catback edition

Comparison