Does the Akrapovic Evolution Short Link Pipe Set fit the BMW M3 G80?

Yes, this link pipe is engineered specifically for the G80 and G81 BMW M3 and bolts in place of the factory link pipe section. Akrapovič's own fitment data does not confirm compatibility with the M4 G82/G83; that pairing is covered by the separate, longer E-BM/T/12 link pipe.

Is this link pipe street legal?

No, this is a closed-course, race-only part that does not meet emission compliance requirements for street or highway use. A supporting ECU remap is required, and it is intended for track use alongside Akrapovič's Slip-On Line Titanium exhaust system.

What's the difference between the Short and Long Evolution link pipes for the M3?

The Short link pipe (E-BM/T/13) saves 1.8 kg and is engineered for the M3 G80/G81 only, while the Long link pipe (E-BM/T/12) saves 8.4 kg and covers both the M3 and M4. Akrapovič publishes the same power and torque figures for both variants.

Does installing this link pipe require any other modifications?

Yes, a supporting ECU remap is required before the vehicle is driven with this part installed. No modification to the factory catalytic converters is needed, since the link pipe is designed to work with them in place.

How difficult is installation?

Installation takes approximately 120 minutes for an experienced installer and does not require permanent modification beyond replacing the factory link pipe section. The included resonator integrates into the same section as the factory unit.

What exhaust system does this link pipe pair with?

This link pipe is tested and developed alongside Akrapovič's Slip-On Line Titanium exhaust system for the G8x BMW M3 and M4, which Bulletproof Automotive also carries. It is sold and installed as a track-focused upgrade to that system rather than as a standalone street part.

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Akrapovic Titanium Evolution Short Link Pipe Set for G80 / G81 BMW M3

Akrapovic’s BMW M3 Link Pipe Set is a titanium, track-focused upgrade for the G80/G81 BMW M3, built with an integrated resonator in its middle section and designed to work alongside the factory catalytic converters. It’s engineered and dyno-tested alongside Akrapovič’s Slip-On Line Titanium exhaust, cutting weight and sharpening throttle response for track use, but it comes with a hard requirement: this is a closed-course part that needs a supporting ECU remap, not a bolt-on street upgrade.

Features

Titanium construction with an integrated resonator in the middle section
1.8 kg (4.0 lb) weight reduction, 29.2% lighter than the factory link pipe
+17.7 kW (+24.1 hp) at 6,650 rpm and +25.4 Nm (+18.7 lb-ft) of torque at 6,650 rpm
Compatible with the factory catalytic converters, no cat-delete required
Tested and developed alongside Akrapovič’s Slip-On Line (Titanium) exhaust system
Installation time of approximately 120 minutes

Applications

BMW M3: G80, G81 | 2021 to present | 3.0L Twin Turbo inline-6

Notes

This is a closed-course, race-only component and does not meet emission compliance requirements for street or highway use
A supporting ECU remap is required and is not included with this part
This link pipe is engineered specifically for the G80 / G81 BMW M3 and is not confirmed by Akrapovič for M4 fitment, unlike the longer E-BM/T/12 link pipe which covers both models
This part is designed to pair with Akrapovič’s Slip-On Line Titanium exhaust system, sold separately
Manufacturer installation instructions: download the PDF
For any questions on fitment or specifications, Contact us and we will confirm the correct part for your build.

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Does the Akrapovic Evolution Short Link Pipe Set fit the BMW M3 G80? Yes, this link pipe is engineered specifically for the G80 and G81 BMW M3 and bolts in place of the factory link pipe section. Akrapovič’s own fitment data does not confirm compatibility with the M4 G82/G83; that pairing is covered by the separate, longer E-BM/T/12 link pipe.
Is this link pipe street legal? No, this is a closed-course, race-only part that does not meet emission compliance requirements for street or highway use. A supporting ECU remap is required, and it is intended for track use alongside Akrapovič’s Slip-On Line Titanium exhaust system.
What’s the difference between the Short and Long Evolution link pipes for the M3? The Short link pipe (E-BM/T/13) saves 1.8 kg and is engineered for the M3 G80/G81 only, while the Long link pipe (E-BM/T/12) saves 8.4 kg and covers both the M3 and M4. Akrapovič publishes the same power and torque figures for both variants.
Does installing this link pipe require any other modifications? Yes, a supporting ECU remap is required before the vehicle is driven with this part installed. No modification to the factory catalytic converters is needed, since the link pipe is designed to work with them in place.
How difficult is installation? Installation takes approximately 120 minutes for an experienced installer and does not require permanent modification beyond replacing the factory link pipe section. The included resonator integrates into the same section as the factory unit.
What exhaust system does this link pipe pair with? This link pipe is tested and developed alongside Akrapovič’s Slip-On Line Titanium exhaust system for the G8x BMW M3 and M4, which Bulletproof Automotive also carries. It is sold and installed as a track-focused upgrade to that system rather than as a standalone street part.

About Akrapovic

Akrapovic is a manufacturer of premium exhaust systems for motorcycles and performance cars, recognized globally for its use of advanced technology and high-quality materials. The company’s state-of-the-art facilities in Slovenia include an in-house titanium foundry and metallurgical laboratory, giving it full control over the materials and processes behind every component it produces. With over 1,500 employees and distribution across more than eighty countries, Akrapovic’s roots in motorsport run deep. The knowledge gained from supporting MotoGP, WorldSBK, MXGP, DTM, and other racing programs feeds directly into the street and performance car products it builds, including the Titanium Evolution Short Link Pipe Set for the BMW M3.

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