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Old Apr 23, 2015 | 06:51 PM
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Hey all.....got my first Sportster last year. Iron 883/2014. Love just about everything about it. Getting new pipes/3" slash cut V&H slip ons.

Question for this new-bie. Do I need anything besides having the pipes put on and having a new air filter installed? Do I need the Power Commander 5 OR the Screaming Eagle Tuner installed? I really would appreciate some advice here.

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Old Apr 23, 2015 | 07:25 PM
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I've read that you should tune the EFI if you change both the intake and exhaust. You'll want to tune it, anyway. Try to find an indy shop with a dyno if you're tuning it for potential.
 
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Old Apr 23, 2015 | 08:15 PM
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You should do a Tuner/ EFI with your planned mods. The bikes already run lean from the factory due to EPA regs.
What's your budget for a tuner? I have the V&H Slash cut slip ons, Screaming Beagle AC, & Fuel Moto Micro EFI. I'm very happy with my current set up
The Power Commander V is a great product. Fuel Moto sells them for $349, double warranty, and unlimited map support. Their FM Micro EFI runs $199,and both tuners are easy to install.
Tried the XIED's and they didn't work too well with the V&Hs.
 

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