[VIDEO] Bluetooth remote controller opening and closing M2 M Performance Exhaust

Shankska · 02-12-2016, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by HeelToe

Nice sound but underwhelmed with the overall design of requiring a separate fob with a bluetooth remote. Really!??? The base M2 exhaust has an electronically controlled valve and its functionality is integrated with the Sport and Sport+ settings. I can't comprehend why they couldn't integrate this similarly or integrate in with the iDrive. Get rid of the fob.

With this design I have to find the key fob for when I want the cool sound (remember there is no performance benefit per BMW). In my pocket? Oops. No. I left the fob in the house. Now I have to drive back home to get it so my car will sound cool.

Overall a fail. Very expensive, poorly designed gimmicky remote control for the sound, no performance gain. Do we really need a remote control for my exhaust? I don't need it or even want it. The exhaust does look nice though. I have the BMWP exhaust on my e90 and e82. Both are winners. This one - not so much. Hope the base sound with exhaust is enticing enough that I won't be compelled to spend money on any system. If not, and I'm compelled to spend money on one then this one won't be on my short list.

Maybe the Jb4 will have the option to open or close the flap. I am assuming that is what the fob is doing? I have MPE on my M235i and can control from my steering wheel on the flap settings on my exhaust with the Jb4. Maybe? Time will tell.

MR. · 02-12-2016, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by HeelToe

Nice sound but underwhelmed with the overall design of requiring a separate fob with a bluetooth remote. Really!??? The base M2 exhaust has an electronically controlled valve and its functionality is integrated with the Sport and Sport+ settings. I can't comprehend why they couldn't integrate this similarly or integrate in with the iDrive. Get rid of the fob.

With this design I have to find the key fob for when I want the cool sound (remember there is no performance benefit per BMW). In my pocket? Oops. No. I left the fob in the house. Now I have to drive back home to get it so my car will sound cool.

Overall a fail. Very expensive, poorly designed gimmicky remote control for the sound, no performance gain. Do we really need a remote control for my exhaust? I don't need it or even want it. The exhaust does look nice though. I have the BMWP exhaust on my e90 and e82. Both are winners. This one - not so much. Hope the base sound with exhaust is enticing enough that I won't be compelled to spend money on any system. If not, and I'm compelled to spend money on one then this one won't be on my short list.

Buy an Akrapovic...

Yellowflash21 · 02-12-2016, 11:39 AM

Water and sugar someone...

Please...

Pyrat 2 · 02-12-2016, 11:42 AM

Kind of got carried away with my rant. Sorry.

Bottom line for me is it looks like a great exhaust. Just not for me. Hoping that the base exhaust will be good enough. My BSM went into production 36 hours ago. The wait is brutal.

Artemis · 02-12-2016, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by HeelToe

My BSM went into production 36 hours ago. The wait is brutal.

Close, closer...

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M3 Number 86 · 02-12-2016, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by spencers

I need something like that on the Performance Exhaust I have installed on my E90.

no, you just need a catless xpipe.

M3 Number 86 · 02-12-2016, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by deemo319

That sounds really good!

I bet someone "McGuyvers" that fob into their dash which will be very, very cool for a little badass "watch this."

"zipties"

Artemis · 02-12-2016, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by HeelToe

With this design I have to find the key fob for when I want the cool sound (remember there is no performance benefit per BMW). In my pocket? Oops. No. I left the fob in the house. Now I have to drive back home to get it so my car will sound cool.

"Q: How do valves operate on the M Performance Exhaust?
A: Valves are solely driver-controlled using an included bluetooth remote. The exhaust valves do not automatically open or close at a certain RPM.
[From Jason: the remote may come in packaging which should fit in the cupholder to act conveniently as a remote holder]."
(source: here)

chmura · 02-12-2016, 11:51 AM

Once people start buying the MPE's for their M2's. I'm going to pick up a stock M2 used exhaust for $150 and try to do an exhaust mod that I did with my E90 M3. If I am successful with the outcome of the sound I will put MPE exhaust tips on it and call it a day and save around $3500.

F30form · 02-12-2016, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by chmura

Once people start buying the MPE's for their M2's. I'm going to pick up a stock M2 used exhaust for $150 and try to do an exhaust mod that I did with my E90 M3. If I am successful with the outcome of the sound I will put MPE exhaust tips on it and call it a day and save around $3500.

Cool story bro

Shankska · 02-12-2016, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by chmura

Once people start buying the MPE's for their M2's. I'm going to pick up a stock M2 used exhaust for $150 and try to do an exhaust mod that I did with my E90 M3. If I am successful with the outcome of the sound I will put MPE exhaust tips on it and call it a day and save around $3500.

seems legit

LBBDrew · 02-12-2016, 12:03 PM

I just listened to that on repeat for like 10 minutes.

There goes 3 grand... Thanks BMW

chmura · 02-12-2016, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by F30form

Cool story bro

The exhaust mod for my e90 M3 sounded amazing and only cost me $300 total.. If I can have the same outcome and pocket $4000 than its a no brainer to do the same with the M2.

swagon · 02-12-2016, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Verbiage

You caught that too, right? LOL.

Was also thinking that the engine could be cold - that makes a difference, too.

I want one. Nao.

r3dbimmer89 · 02-12-2016, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by BGR

Can't hear a difference?

More snap, crackle, and pop in track mode

Verbiage · 02-12-2016, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HeelToe

Nice sound but underwhelmed with the overall design of requiring a separate fob with a bluetooth remote. Really!??? The base M2 exhaust has an electronically controlled valve and its functionality is integrated with the Sport and Sport+ settings. I can't comprehend why they couldn't integrate this similarly or integrate in with the iDrive. Get rid of the fob.

With this design I have to find the key fob for when I want the cool sound (remember there is no performance benefit per BMW). In my pocket? Oops. No. I left the fob in the house. Now I have to drive back home to get it so my car will sound cool.

Overall a fail. Very expensive, poorly designed gimmicky remote control for the sound, no performance gain. Do we really need a remote control for my exhaust? I don't need it or even want it. The exhaust does look nice though. I have the BMWP exhaust on my e90 and e82. Both are winners. This one - not so much. Hope the base sound with exhaust is enticing enough that I won't be compelled to spend money on any system. If not, and I'm compelled to spend money on one then this one won't be on my short list.

#lolumad

Verbiage · 02-12-2016, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by swagon

Was also thinking that the engine could be cold - that makes a difference, too.

I want one. Nao.

Although it is a poorly designed, gimmicky, very expensive, no performance gains, inconvenient extra.....I also want it. #scenepointsbro

EALm4 · 02-12-2016, 12:25 PM

The ability to open and close valves should've been a standard feature in all M cars and not a $400 fob.

Verbiage · 02-12-2016, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Artemis

"Q: How do valves operate on the M Performance Exhaust?
A: Valves are solely driver-controlled using an included bluetooth remote. The exhaust valves do not automatically open or close at a certain RPM.
[From Jason: the remote may come in packaging which should fit in the cupholder to act conveniently as a remote holder]."
(source: here)

This. I have no idea why you'd want to bring it anywhere other than where the car is going.

BMWPower06 · 02-12-2016, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HeelToe

Nice sound but underwhelmed with the overall design of requiring a separate fob with a bluetooth remote. Really!??? The base M2 exhaust has an electronically controlled valve and its functionality is integrated with the Sport and Sport+ settings. I can't comprehend why they couldn't integrate this similarly or integrate in with the iDrive. Get rid of the fob.

With this design I have to find the key fob for when I want the cool sound (remember there is no performance benefit per BMW). In my pocket? Oops. No. I left the fob in the house. Now I have to drive back home to get it so my car will sound cool.

Overall a fail. Very expensive, poorly designed gimmicky remote control for the sound, no performance gain. Do we really need a remote control for my exhaust? I don't need it or even want it. The exhaust does look nice though. I have the BMWP exhaust on my e90 and e82. Both are winners. This one - not so much. Hope the base sound with exhaust is enticing enough that I won't be compelled to spend money on any system. If not, and I'm compelled to spend money on one then this one won't be on my short list.

I'm pretty sure the fob will fit in the glove box, or the center arm rest, or the door pocket...

outcast · 02-12-2016, 12:29 PM

In Germany the car loses its street legalness if you press the Bluetooth button. That is why this cannot be operated via the regular buttons.

Benzima · 02-12-2016, 12:31 PM

Does the MPE reverts to"normal" (in this case Sport) each time the car is restarted or it stays to the last setting?

Anyways, I do find it cool the system is activated via Bluetooth, but it could have been incorporated with a button like in Porsche IMHO.

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Benzima Colonel 1324 Rep 2,924 Posts Drives: 2017 BMW M2 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Montreal, CANADA iTrader: (0)	Does the MPE reverts to"normal" (in this case Sport) each time the car is restarted or it stays to the last setting? Anyways, I do find it cool the system is activated via Bluetooth, but it could have been incorporated with a button like in Porsche IMHO.
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