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Has anyone installed the Smartpartz Hard Kore Quiet Baffles for V & H pipes? I just wondered if they are worth the money?
Thanks,
Jim www.smartpartz.com
Never had the smartparts baffles, but I installed a set of V&H quiet baffles in a set of Longshots on a bike I had a while back. It gave them a low rumble. Sounded great IMHO.
Haven't tried them on V&H pipes, but have them on my Rineharts, and had them tested before and after by the local noise cops. Dropped close to 10db after installation.
They're the most effective at dropping the db. We have a heavily enforced noise bylaw and the local shop I deal with has done extensive testing or all the different baffle options. Smartpartz are their number one choice.
They're extremely easy to put in. I think I took about 10 minutes to install them.
Now, if you're asking if they will improve performance, I can't help you. Never did a dyno on my bike and didn't notice a difference other than the sound, which went from awesome and loud to crappy and quiet.
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