I put the California approved Screaming Eagle pipes on the bike, and would like it a little louder. I live in a retirement community and don't want it too loud, but it just doesn't sound as good as I would like it.

There are a couple of screws at the rear of the mufflers, can I take that apart and remove some of the baffles, or is it best to leave it alone and buy some other pipes?

Would I have to have the computer re-tuned if I change any part of the exhaust?

 

I would take the baffles out and take the fiberglass wrap off(the fiberglass might be inside of the mufflers themselves instead of the baffles.) I would do that and see how you like it. You won't have to mess with the computer unless you open up the air intake for better air flow.

 

Either that or go with some V&H slip ons. They are CA legal and not TOO loud.

 

I have the SeSp mufflers on my 2013 fxdf. I removed the baffles and drilled the existing holes out bigger ( from 5/16 to 1/2" ) . I also added another row of holes.

It did sound deeper and a little louder. As for the baffle wrap it was a screen type mesh with fiberglass around it. On top of the fiber was another layer of fiberglass type sheet ( 1/4" thick ).

I ended up installing cycleshack baffles and just put the fiberglass sheet around it. The bike has a nice harley type sound now without being obnoxiously loud.

Getting the baffles out and back in isn't easy though. I used a slide hammer, with vise grips attached to it ,to get them out. Then used a ball joint cup ,of the proper size , to fit over the baffle. Put a bearing race installer on that and hit it in with a hammer. Trust me it wasn't easy and I'm an auto tech. Deal with PITA all the time.

I've decided to get the V&H big shots. Don't want the cat in the head pipe. It puts out to much heat and cuts down on the sound I am looking for.

As far as a tunner , I would highly recommend installing a intake kit and tunner. Your motor will thank you for it.

 

I didn't like the S/E mufflers, so I went with the V&H Big Shots. Nice sound, and loud. You might want to look at Big City Monster Thunder Baffles.