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Jun 4, 2008 | 08:26 PM

Gon2far

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Python vs V&H

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&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&n bsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbs p\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\ \;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\; &nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&n bsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\; I'm new to this forum and think it's the best thing since sliced bread. I have an 07 Heritage Classic which I purchased new with a stage 1 installed on it. It has a set of Python Staggered pipes and a K&amp\\;N air filter on it with a Fuel Pak. In reading this forum I hear all kinds of great things about the V&amp\\;H pipes, but I never read a word about the Pythons even though there made by the same company V&amp\\;H.
&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&n bsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbs p\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\ \;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\; &nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&n bsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\; I hav'nt been on a Harley in fifthteen years so I've been all ears on performance up grades. I think my pipes are alittle to loud and I don't think they have enough back pressure for a stock 96. All advise on improvement points to a 2 into 1. However I don't like the look on the Heritage. Next best thing is the V&amp\\;H Staggered which has the power chamber connecting the two pipes, which is the closest thing in duals to a 2 into 1 and I was going to install quiet baffles for additional back pressure. At first I didn't think the Python had a pipe connecting the two pipes but in does. It's not as big as the cross over in the Staggered V&amp\\;H.&nbsp\\;
&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&n bsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbs p\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\ \;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\; &nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;&n bsp\\;&nbsp\\; &nbsp\\;My Question is: will the V&amp\\;H be an improvement over the Python or will I be wasting my money. V&amp\\;H tells me I can put the quite baffles on my Python. Therefore is a bigger cross over chamber worth changing pipes.

Jun 4, 2008 | 09:00 PM

20FXST06

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RE: Python vs V&H

The first and most important thing I'm going say here is this.&nbsp\\; The V &amp\\; H Big Shot Staggered and the Python staggered are the same pipe but for a few minor differences. The biggest differences being, Pythons have non removable tips, the V &amp\\; H BSS are a little bit longer. Also the V &amp\\; H quiet baffle for the BSS fit perfectly in the Pythons and they will make a big difference in the sound. Pipes will have a more mellow, low rumble, and a little bit quieter. They will however sound off when you crack the throttle. Save yourself a pocket full of $$$$$ and buy the Quiet Baffles, now enjoy the new sound. Lastly, these pipes are made by V &amp\\; H exclusively for distribution by Drag Specialties. The Pythons usually sell for about $125.00 to $200.00 cheaper than the V &amp\\; H BSS. Hope this explains a little about the Pythons.

Jun 5, 2008 | 06:47 AM

bdejong11129

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RE: Python vs V&H

+100 on adding the Quiet Baffels.&nbsp\\; I put them in mine about a month ago and I will never remove them.&nbsp\\; Just remember that it may not sound a whole lot quieter to you but it is.&nbsp\\; The sound is lower more deep and the bottom end response of the engine will be musch better.&nbsp\\; I love them and its one of the best item I have bought so far.&nbsp\\; Oh yeah, I run the Pythons and love them.