, ...... I often think the same with those high T-bars or sissy bars on an FXFB(S)
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Sometimes when coming to a sudden stop, I have no choice but to shift multiple gears with one pull of the clutch.
If I attempt to downshift from 4th to 3rd because traffic is slowing down, I won't release the clutch until I feel the gear shift, which takes multiple tries 90% of the time.
I have the same problem either way.
If I attempt to downshift from 4th to 3rd because traffic is slowing down, I won't release the clutch until I feel the gear shift, which takes multiple tries 90% of the time.
I have the same problem either way.
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I've had that happen before... You hit down a few, but it never downshifts. Then you think you're in first, and you're still in third it fourth.
I think it will go away, or your technique with improve with time. I know you've already had one, but it sounds like you're just riding poorly (no offense).
You can always let out the clutch, then do it again.. it should work then.
I think it will go away, or your technique with improve with time. I know you've already had one, but it sounds like you're just riding poorly (no offense).
You can always let out the clutch, then do it again.. it should work then.
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Has anyone installed one of the 2 S&S EPA-compliant exhausts on a Fat Bob?
Both the S&S SuperStreet 2-1 exhaust and the S&S Grand National 2-2 exhaust have catalytic converters in them which make them EPA-compliant.
Any aftermarket exhaust other than a Screamin' Eagle installed by a Harley-certified dealership mechanic within 60-days of purchase will void your warranty. Your VIN will be locked forever if a Harley mechanic plugs your ECM into their Digital Technician II software and it detects changes from an aftermarket electronic fuel injection tuner.
My local dealership tells me that these S&S full exhausts, like many slip-ons, are made so as not to require a dyno, an EFI remap, or a Screamin' Eagle Pro Street Tuner.
I had wanted to install a TBR 2-1 exhaust, but after hearing this, I think it would make more sense to install the S&S 2-1 (no dyno expense, no Screamin' Eagle Pro Street Tuner, & it has a catalytic converter in them). Just curious to see if anyone has experience with these exhausts (the SuperStreet 2-1, in particular).
Both the S&S SuperStreet 2-1 exhaust and the S&S Grand National 2-2 exhaust have catalytic converters in them which make them EPA-compliant.
Any aftermarket exhaust other than a Screamin' Eagle installed by a Harley-certified dealership mechanic within 60-days of purchase will void your warranty. Your VIN will be locked forever if a Harley mechanic plugs your ECM into their Digital Technician II software and it detects changes from an aftermarket electronic fuel injection tuner.
My local dealership tells me that these S&S full exhausts, like many slip-ons, are made so as not to require a dyno, an EFI remap, or a Screamin' Eagle Pro Street Tuner.
I had wanted to install a TBR 2-1 exhaust, but after hearing this, I think it would make more sense to install the S&S 2-1 (no dyno expense, no Screamin' Eagle Pro Street Tuner, & it has a catalytic converter in them). Just curious to see if anyone has experience with these exhausts (the SuperStreet 2-1, in particular).
Last edited by 2020 Fat Bob; Mar 14, 2020 at 10:18 PM.
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Has anyone installed one of the 2 S&S EPA-compliant exhausts on a Fat Bob?
Both the S&S SuperStreet 2-1 exhaust and the S&S Grand National 2-2 exhaust have catalytic converters in them which make them EPA-compliant.
Any aftermarket exhaust other than a Screamin' Eagle installed by a Harley-certified dealership mechanic within 60-days of purchase will void your warranty. Your VIN will be locked forever if a Harley mechanic plugs your ECM into their Digital Technician II software and it detects changes from an aftermarket electronic fuel injection tuner.
My local dealership tells me that these S&S full exhausts, like many slip-ons, are made so as not to require a dyno, an EFI remap, or a Screamin' Eagle Pro Street Tuner.
I had wanted to install a TBR 2-1 exhaust, but after hearing this, I think it would make more sense to install the S&S 2-1 (no dyno expense, no Screamin' Eagle Pro Street Tuner, & it has a catalytic converter in them). Just curious to see if anyone has experience with these exhausts (the SuperStreet 2-1, in particular).
Both the S&S SuperStreet 2-1 exhaust and the S&S Grand National 2-2 exhaust have catalytic converters in them which make them EPA-compliant.
Any aftermarket exhaust other than a Screamin' Eagle installed by a Harley-certified dealership mechanic within 60-days of purchase will void your warranty. Your VIN will be locked forever if a Harley mechanic plugs your ECM into their Digital Technician II software and it detects changes from an aftermarket electronic fuel injection tuner.
My local dealership tells me that these S&S full exhausts, like many slip-ons, are made so as not to require a dyno, an EFI remap, or a Screamin' Eagle Pro Street Tuner.
I had wanted to install a TBR 2-1 exhaust, but after hearing this, I think it would make more sense to install the S&S 2-1 (no dyno expense, no Screamin' Eagle Pro Street Tuner, & it has a catalytic converter in them). Just curious to see if anyone has experience with these exhausts (the SuperStreet 2-1, in particular).
I've got the S&S Grand National 2 into 2 full system that has NO cats. They make both with and without cats versions. Really like the look and it sits high enough where scraping is not an issue. I would think ANY full system woul need at least a tuner to get the most out of it.
