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Old Jul 16, 2012 | 07:01 PM
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I'm wanting to upgrade my factory pipes for something new but I'm not very knowledgeable on these things. I have a blue 2011 fat bob. Was even thinking of black pipes but again not sure on brand or anything. Ideas, suggestions? Thank you.
 
Old Jul 16, 2012 | 07:07 PM
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check out V&H
 
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check out V&H
+1 on the Vance & Hines exhaust systems. Great quality and performance.
 
Old Jul 16, 2012 | 09:16 PM
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Rinehart!
 
Old Jul 17, 2012 | 01:07 AM
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V&H Big radius black 2006
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V&H Big shot staggered if you prefer chrome 2006


V&H 2 into 1 you can get black upper heat shields and chrome rear section- or visa versa, pretty cool
 

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Old Jul 17, 2012 | 07:47 AM
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Sound is very subjective. You'll get a hundred suggestions. What some people like on here, I didn't like at all. Before you get some pipes, go to bike night, or to a dealer on a nice Saturday morning. Find some people with bikes like yours, and ask 'em to fire it up for you. (they probably will, no problem.) When you hear something you like, you'll say "that's what I want, right there."
 
Old Jul 17, 2012 | 11:52 AM
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I agree with what Geezr said. I went with Kuryakyn mufflers on my Ultra. Not sure what pipes they might make for the Bob though. Take a listen before you purchase. And remember, they are quieter when new than with 5000 miles on them.
 
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Haven't read what it is you're looking for, just that you want to "ugrade".

What's your goal?
 
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Looking for something that sounds more like a Harley should than the factory pipes and has some style
 



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