I have a 09 FLHTC with the stock headpipe and might do a cam change and looking for opinions on going with a S&S or Rinehart headpipe and didnt know if its worth it or not, mostly ride 2-4k range and most of the time 2 up. thanks

 

If your headpipe has no cat, I'd go with that.
( most don't but CA spec bikes do end up in other States- even sold new on the floor, but that is mostly at Dealers which border CA)

the stock header will support over 100HP. another header pipe may provide only modest gains if any at all ( and you'd need one with the larger 18mm o2 bungs as on your 09- the 10+ are smaller).


my focus is function/cost over looks and trends.
If you afterward feel that your cam swap isn;t paying off ( expect about 10 HP- the choice of cam type will determine where in the rpm range that power shows itself)- you could add a header.

Most riders these days are buying headers have the 2010+ catalytic models and want a catless header

mike

 

stock is fine

 

I was surprised how much difference in performance and heat the Fullsac header made over the stock '09 non-cat header. Well worth it!

 

Post some numbers or dyno sheets and a list of mods- Thanks

Mike

 

Did not redyno header change. Mods are in garage.

 

I think your 09 is the last of the catless headers, so I see no real reason to change the header. Plus your 09 has the 18mm O2 sensors. All good. I'd just focus on air cleaner, cams, mufflers, and tune. Might want to change out the lifters while you are doing the cam job just for longevity insurance. Check out Gaterman lifters. Remember to change the inner cam bearings to Koyo Torringtons.

 

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So good results on your butt dyno?

Thanks, Mike

 

Thanks for the input all