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Old May 4, 2014 | 05:41 AM
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Default 2012 Slim Staight Pipes

I recently had the baffles removed on my softail, Is it safe to run straight pipes?
 

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Old May 4, 2014 | 06:59 AM
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it is, if you've had the engine tuned to compensate. The twin-cam engine needs at least Some back-pressure in order to maintain power
 
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Old May 4, 2014 | 08:31 AM
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As Sarg said you will need back pressure, especially if your not retuning.
Google drag pipe lollipops for a cheap fix for back pressure.
 
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Old May 4, 2014 | 08:49 AM
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Also...without adjusting other elements It'll run like $h@t...
 
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