Exhaust Pipe to Silencer Gasket Ring for Yamaha V-Max 500 XT XTC 1997-1998

Exhaust Pipe to Silencer Gasket for Yamaha V-Max 500 XT, XTC

This exhaust pipe to silencer gasket, also called a sealing ring, seats between the expansion pipe and silencer on Yamaha V-Max 500 XT and XTC snowmobiles from 1997 to 1998 to stop exhaust leaks at the joint.

Overview

This exhaust gasket ring seals the connection where the exhaust pipe meets the silencer on Yamaha V-Max 500 XT and XTC models. It compresses at the joint to block exhaust gas and noise from escaping before the muffler. Anyone refreshing a 1997 or 1998 V-Max 500 exhaust system will need this gasket ring on hand for reassembly.

Built For Performance

• Ring gasket sized for the exhaust pipe to silencer joint on Yamaha V-Max 500
• Compressible material forms a tight seal under exhaust heat
• Reduces exhaust leaks and noise at the pipe-to-silencer connection
• Replacement for a crushed or burned-out original gasket
• Fits 1997 to 1998 XT and XTC variants

Fits These Machines

• for Yamaha V-Max 500 XT, 1997-1998
• for Yamaha V-Max 500 XTC, 1997-1998

On-The-Job Use

• Exhaust system reassembly after silencer or pipe removal
• Fixing exhaust leaks and raspy tone at the pipe joint
• Seasonal tune-ups on Yamaha V-Max 500 sleds
• Trail sled maintenance where a quiet, sealed exhaust matters

Specs At A Glance

Good To Know

Q: Can I reuse the old exhaust gasket when reinstalling the silencer? A: Exhaust gaskets crush to seal and usually will not seal twice, so a new ring is the safer choice. A: A reused gasket often leaks once heat cycles flatten it further.

Q: Will this gasket fit other Yamaha V-Max years? A: This listing covers 1997 to 1998 V-Max 500 XT and XTC models. A: Measure your joint or check your model year before ordering for earlier or later sleds.

Slight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.