BMW privateers select Klarius exhausts for the grid

Klarius racing exhaust to be fitted to every car ahead of new endurance championship

BMW privateers select Klarius exhausts for the grid
The 116 Trophy will give racers the chance to compete in 24-hour races held at some of the UK’s most iconic motorsport circuits. Regulations stipulate that only 5 speed BMW E87 1.6i N45 models from 2004 – 2006 may compete.

Champions of affordable motorsport 750 Motorclub and 116 Racing are gearing up for a new endurance championship starring BMW’s entry level model and, thanks to a deal with UK manufacturer Klarius Products, every car on the grid will sport a lightweight Klarius racing exhaust.

The 116 Trophy will give racers the chance to compete in 24-hour races held at some of the UK’s most iconic motorsport circuits.

Regulations stipulate that only 5 speed BMW E87 1.6i N45 models from 2004 – 2006 may compete.

Racers are required to install roll cages, racing seats, harnesses, tow straps, LED rain lights, bonnet pins, racing suspension and new ECUs.

On top of these staples of any true racing car, the UK’s number one exhaust manufacturer, Klarius, has been selected as exclusive racing exhaust supplier for the new series.

Doug Bentley, head of research and development at Klarius, explains: “We are lucky to operate our own dedicated research and development centre at Klarius HQ, a capacity which we use to develop our extensive range of exhausts, catalytic converters and diesel particulate filters.

“Our fast design and development process translates well to the needs of racing teams, which puts us in a unique position to meet the demands of the 116 Trophy and its competitors.

State-of-the-art production

“We use 3D modelling, real world prototype testing, our own test track and state-of-the-art production machinery to deliver a highly optimised exhaust.

“When prototyping the exhaust, our precision manufacturing techniques meant it  was a straightforward task to meet the standards demanded by a high-performance racing exhaust.

“By optimising the design and materials, we were also able to offer the entire exhaust assembly at a reduced weight. This is a key concern for cars with lower horsepower outputs like the 1 Series.

“It doesn’t seem like much in isolation, but cumulative weight reductions can deliver huge gains during a lap, which is only compounded in endurance racing.

“Our large production capacity of two million units a year meant we were able to deliver all the exhausts required for the entire grid in time for assembling the cars for the coming season opener.”

The Staffordshire-based business has also seen involvement in domestic rallying, the BMW Compact Cup, MX5 racing series and even provided full bespoke exhaust systems for vehicles such as Staffordshire University’s Mosler MT900R GT racer.

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