Valvetronic Designs Valved Grade 5 Titanium Axle Back Exhaust - 2022+ BMW M2 (G87)
The G87 M2 leaves the factory with serious S58 muscle and almost none of the soundtrack to match. This Valvetronic Designs valved axle back replaces the muted factory rear section with a Grade 5 titanium exhaust built around electronic valves, giving the twin-turbo inline six a proper voice while keeping volume fully under your control.
With the valves open, the car takes on a sharper, more aggressive tone that builds all the way to redline. Close them and it settles back to a refined, near-stock volume for early starts and long highway stretches. Because it bolts to the OEM mounting points and leaves the rest of the exhaust untouched, this is a fully reversible upgrade that does not commit you to a complete system.
Why Upgrade the Factory Rear Section?
- Transforms the heavily muted factory exhaust note into a rich, engaging sound
- Electronic exhaust valves switch between aggressive and quiet on demand
- Grade 5 titanium construction is significantly lighter than the factory steel rear section and resists corrosion
- Quad exhaust tips in a choice of finishes match the look of your build
- 100% reversible, so you can return to stock at any time
Sound and Valve Control
The axle back integrates electronic exhaust valves and ships with a valve controller kit, so switching between loud and civil takes seconds. Valves open, the S58 gains genuine presence at the top of the rev range and character on the overrun. Valves closed, volume drops to a level comfortable for daily commuting. Optional OEM valve integration is also available.
This official Valvetronic Designs sound clip features the complete system with upgraded downpipes. An axle back running the factory midpipe and downpipes keeps the same valved character at a more subdued overall volume.
Construction
- Grade 5 titanium piping and valved rear section
- Precision TIG welds at every joint
- Fully mandrel bent for smooth, unrestricted flow
- Integrated electronic exhaust valves
- Quad tip layout in your choice of finish
- Bolts to the OEM mounting points
What's Included
- Valved Grade 5 titanium axle back exhaust
- Valve controller kit
- Exhaust tips (x4) in the selected finish
Product photos may not show the exact material or tip finish selected.
Installation Notes
- Direct bolt-on installation using the OEM mounting points
- Installs as an axle back replacement with the factory exhaust ahead of it left in place
- No software or coding changes are required
- Professional installation is recommended for proper alignment of the tips and hangers
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: Valvetronic Designs
- Product: G87 M2 valved sport exhaust, axle back configuration
- Material: Grade 5 titanium
- Construction: TIG welded, fully mandrel bent
- Valve control: Electronic valves with included valve controller kit; optional OEM valve integration
- Tip layout: Quad exhaust tips
- Application: 2022+ BMW M2 (G87)
- SKU: V044 plus the manufacturer part number for the selected finish, for example V044 BMW.G87.M2.AXL.TI.BRSH
Manufacturer part numbers by tip finish:
- Brushed: BMW.G87.M2.AXL.TI.BRSH
- Black: BMW.G87.M2.AXL.TI.BLK
- Burnt: BMW.G87.M2.AXL.TI.BRT
- Chrome: BMW.G87.M2.AXL.TI.CH
- Carbon Fiber: BMW.G87.M2.AXL.TI.RC
- Forged Carbon Fiber: BMW.G87.M2.AXL.TI.FC
- Burnt Raw Titanium: BMW.G87.M2.AXL.TI.TIBRT
Need a Different Valvetronic Designs Exhaust?
- Prefer the character of brushed stainless? Choose the G87 M2 axle back in T304 stainless steel.
- Want maximum volume and the biggest weight savings? Step up to the complete G87 M2 valved sport titanium exhaust system, which adds the 3.5 inch equal length midpipe and is rated by Valvetronic Designs at 55.8 lb lighter than the factory exhaust.
- Driving a G80 M3 or G82 M4? Choose the G8X M3 / M4 axle back in Grade 5 titanium or the G8X M3 / M4 axle back in stainless steel.
Not sure whether the axle back or the complete system is the right call for your build? Contact your BMP Tuning rep and we will help you spec it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between this axle back and the full valved sport exhaust system?
This listing covers the valved Grade 5 titanium rear section only, which installs with the factory exhaust ahead of it. The complete system adds the equal length midpipe for noticeably more volume, a smoother tone and greater weight savings.
How do I control the exhaust valves?
The included valve controller kit opens and closes the electronic valves on demand, and OEM valve integration is available as an option.
Is a tune required?
No. The axle back is a bolt-on exhaust upgrade and needs no software or coding changes.
Does this fit the G80 M3 or G82 M4?
No. The G87 M2 rides on a shorter wheelbase, so this rear section is specific to the M2. The G8X M3 / M4 axle backs listed above cover those chassis.
Can I pair it with older Valvetronic Designs components?
Valvetronic Designs notes that its earlier V1 and V2 systems are not compatible with the latest V3 design. If you are combining this axle back with existing Valvetronic Designs components, confirm the generation before ordering.
Will the sound match the videos I have seen online?
Most published clips, including the one above, feature the complete system with upgraded downpipes. Expect the same valved character at a more subdued volume when the axle back runs with the factory midpipe and downpipes.