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Old Sep 1, 2007 | 06:59 AM
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Default Baffles on big radius

I have an 07 FXSTC with the V&H BR and I want it a little bit louder. Has anyone taken the baffles out or cut them? How loud is it when this is done?
 
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Old Sep 1, 2007 | 07:44 AM
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Toloud !!
 
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Old Sep 1, 2007 | 08:29 AM
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That’s what I was afraid of. Thanks!
 
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Old Sep 1, 2007 | 09:07 AM
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Not loud enough!
 
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Old Sep 1, 2007 | 03:34 PM
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Default RE: Baffles on big radius

Is it a BETTER sound? Also is there any noticeable loss in power?

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Old Sep 1, 2007 | 03:43 PM
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I heard them on a buddy's Deuce, and they were somewhat louder, buthad adeeper tone as well
 
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Old Sep 1, 2007 | 03:44 PM
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Default RE: Baffles on big radius

I got em. Took the baffles out, and yes they are loud, but I like it that way. I have run without baffles for several months, and have had no hassles from anyone yet. As they say, don't act like a D**K and you should'nt have anyproblems.

DeanO, you and I have the same bike so I think you will like the sound. I haven't noticed any appreciable power loss with them out.

Jack
 
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Old Sep 1, 2007 | 04:17 PM
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Default RE: Baffles on big radius

Anytime you pull the baffles you will lose low end torque because of back pressure. I noticed it when I pulled mine. I installed the Thunder Monster baffles from Big City Thunder. Sounds as close to open pipes as you can get and you dont lose your low end power.
 
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Default RE: Baffles on big radius

Go to your local shop and pick up a set of torque cones. I got a used set for about $10. I am running the Big Radius on an 06 Springer Softtail. No problems. Will cure that low end torque problenm. And they are loud but not to loud.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2007 | 09:43 AM
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Default RE: Baffles on big radius

I put the "Thunder Monster" baffle's in mine. Made it a little louder with a more throaty sound. Took out some of the blatty sound.
 
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