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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 11:00 AM
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Default Why not more V&H double barrel?

Whats the deal here?&nbsp\\; Is there less performance than with the big shot staggered?&nbsp\\; If the performance is the same, then its just a looks/sound preference issue.
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 12:08 PM
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Default RE: Why not more V&H double barrel?

With the help of my HD Decoder Ring I think I'm able to decipher this post...
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If your comparing V&amp\\;H BSS to Harley 16 Gauge Double Barrel pipes then here is my take on it.
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HD 16 Gauge have a larger Cross-Over Chamber and don't have removable End Tips.
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I have HD 16 Gauge on my bike and they are not obnoxiously loud but loud enough for me.
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Can't say which is better sonce I haven't owned both.
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The HD's are cheaper...
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 12:14 PM
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Default RE: Why not more V&H double barrel?

the HD 16 gauge double barrels are now made by Vance &amp\\; Hines and called the "Q" series.
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 12:19 PM
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So you dont know if theres a performance difference?
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 12:24 PM
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the HD 16 gauge double barrels are now made by Vance &amp\\;\\\\\\; Hines and called the "Q" series.
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Right, I am inquiring if there is a performance difference.
 
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Default RE: Why not more V&H double barrel?

Not certain about performance but I have read there is a loudness difference.&nbsp\\; But I don't know that from personal experience.
 
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