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Old Oct 7, 2011 | 09:52 PM
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Default 04 FLSTCI V&H Dual Fishtails .. Thanks Doc!

I feel like a sponsor at this point with how much i promote you, but so be it. Amazing experience working with you! Unmatchable customer service, and a price that couldnt be beat .. as if thats not enough, lightning fast shipping!!

I promised you some pics, here you go! And even a video (a bad one, but best i could do right now)

Lets start with the OLD pipes .. samson staggered ... they sounded amazing, but i called you with an odd task! Find me a dual fishtail that is as loud as these when twisted, but it must be slightly lower at idle!
 
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So you recommended the V&H (after a bazillion calls from me with stupid questions, which you happily answered)

They worked out PERFECT! Exactly what i wanted. Period. I hadnt heard them on a bike yet, but i am so 150% satisfied with the idle, the bark, and the tone of the bass.
 
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My poor attempt at a few videos:

Walkaround and rev:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRHzfDYVaEk

Riding Bear Mountain, NY (nothing to do with this post, but shows me enjoying it
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDTq2MXsOUs
 
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Old Oct 7, 2011 | 11:32 PM
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Any suggestion on what time of camera or setting can capture an accurate sound? never really done this before

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Rich, thanks for your business. Your task is one of the most difficult parts of my jobs as what sounds good to each person is different. I remember telling you that over and over. It was my pleasure helping you source what you needed and answering your questions I am am happy to hear that we succeeded (after trying this baffle and that baffle) in achieving your goal. It is always much easier to help people find what they need when they are local as we can listen to numerous bikes to decide what the sound that they are looking for.

As far as accurate sound on a camera, I have had trouble with that as well. If you have ever watched any of my videos you know I do not own a tripod and have been known to move the camera in way that makes most people feel ill.

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Originally Posted by DR. V-TWIN
Rich, thanks for your business. Your task is one of the most difficult parts of my jobs as what sounds good to each person is different. I remember telling you that over and over. It was my pleasure helping you source what you needed and answering your questions I am am happy to hear that we succeeded (after trying this baffle and that baffle) in achieving your goal. It is always much easier to help people find what they need when they are local as we can listen to numerous bikes to decide what the sound that they are looking for.

As far as accurate sound on a camera, I have had trouble with that as well. If you have ever watched any of my videos you know I do not own a tripod and have been known to move the camera in way that makes most people feel ill.

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Yep but I've seen some clear sound video , just wondering wtf they use lol
 
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I used my Iphone 4 and my Canon A3100ISfor all my videos which can found here. Not bad, but I am sure there are better methods.

http://www.youtube.com/my_videos?feature=mhee

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Originally Posted by rsarno
So you recommended the V&H (after a bazillion calls from me with stupid questions, which you happily answered)

They worked out PERFECT! Exactly what i wanted. Period. I hadnt heard them on a bike yet, but i am so 150% satisfied with the idle, the bark, and the tone of the bass.
You couldn't be more dead on... V&H has the best performance and sound that had yet. I have them on my bagger with straight custom extensions and my Softail with fishtails. I could note be happier.
 
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Originally Posted by HarleyGoodies
You couldn't be more dead on... V&H has the best performance and sound that had yet. I have them on my bagger with straight custom extensions and my Softail with fishtails. I could note be happier.
AMEN!! I hear other bikes and just love my sound so much more. Maybe its common since its a major brand, but i dont care i really love the look and sound.
 
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Originally Posted by DR. V-TWIN
I am am happy to hear that we succeeded (after trying this baffle and that baffle) in achieving your goal.

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What baffle did you end up with?
 
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