Another Cycle Shack slip-ons question
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Road Master
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Another Cycle Shack slip-ons question
My bike came without baffles, so I hoping to gain a little of the torque back with these. My questions are do they come with everything necessary to install them and are they shielded so they don't blue etc. ? I've never replaced bike muffles, so not sure what involved. I have an '06 1200 Roadster, also not sure which style would look best, l like the turn outs and baloney slice best. Thanks in advance, sorry if repost.
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RE: Another Cycle Shack slip-ons question
FWIW - I have a 2005 XL1200R and bought the Cycle Shack Tappereds. I found the harmonics from them very annoying at the average speed I ride (50-60) so I next got the SE II's and find them much better...
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RE: Another Cycle Shack slip-ons question
The cycle shack slip-on do not come with the shields however, you can use what you have for the pipes per se. There is no cover for the muffler itself. They are loud. Easy to install. Suggest that you purchase the gaskets for the cross over and the exhaust pipes at the heads. They have the same bolt on pattern as your stock muffler to simplify that portion of the switch. I personally got good performance out of them.
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RE: Another Cycle Shack slip-ons question
I have the turn-outs on my 05 1200C and they sound great. I think the quality and sound is very good. I would purchase another set of gaskets at your dealership just in case you damage them duringthe change. I believe you can get them for around five dollars. Take your time and they are easy to replace with just your basic tools. Make sure you wipe them off good after installation to prevent from permanent staining from oil fingerprints ect.
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RE: Another Cycle Shack slip-ons question
Thanks for the info! I ordered a set of the turn out style mufflers. I'm sure I'll have another question when I go to install[sm=smiley1.gif]
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RE: Another Cycle Shack slip-ons question
Thanks for all your replies! I got my cycle shack slip-ons, turn out style, on Saturday. Of course, I couldnât' wait to get them installed. I tackled the job and in about 30 minutes was done. It was a very easy, straight forward mod. They look and sound great, a little subdued, compared to running open, but still a very nice sound. It also added back a ton of torque. The bike really gets up and goes now.
I do have one question. I had the SE air kit and rejet done at the dealer with open pipes, they told me adding slip-ons would not effect what they did, only improve it. Well, she starts a little harder now and I have a carb fart to two, but only when its warming up then she runs fine. Is this normal or should I adjust something?
I do have one question. I had the SE air kit and rejet done at the dealer with open pipes, they told me adding slip-ons would not effect what they did, only improve it. Well, she starts a little harder now and I have a carb fart to two, but only when its warming up then she runs fine. Is this normal or should I adjust something?
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RE: Another Cycle Shack slip-ons question
The air idle mixture might need a slight adjustment with the added back pressure from the Cycle Shack Mufflers.
This website explains that process pretty well.
http://www.harley-performance.com/ha...arburetor.html
The Cycle Shacks will also mellow out a bit and sound less tinny after they build up some carbon inside the mufflers.
This website explains that process pretty well.
http://www.harley-performance.com/ha...arburetor.html
The Cycle Shacks will also mellow out a bit and sound less tinny after they build up some carbon inside the mufflers.
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RE: Another Cycle Shack slip-ons question
Pretty normal considering you went from pipes with no baffling / back pressure, to baffled mufflers. I would start with something simple like adjusting the mixture screw in1/4 turn increments and see if itcorrects the problem. Depending on how restrictive the new mufflers are,(whether they flow proportionatlyto the jetting and air intake capability), you may soon find that you're now jetted too rich across the range.
I'd try the quick, simple, least expensive way first.
Adjust the fuel / air mix screw "in" to try and lean it out some.Remember the motoridle speed will likely changetoo as you adjust the fuel / air mix.
Let us know how it responds and we'll go from there.
I'd try the quick, simple, least expensive way first.
Adjust the fuel / air mix screw "in" to try and lean it out some.Remember the motoridle speed will likely changetoo as you adjust the fuel / air mix.
Let us know how it responds and we'll go from there.
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RE: Another Cycle Shack slip-ons question
Thanks again for the information! I think I may have it figured out. I've come to the conclusion that, it's me and my lack of knowledge of Harley's. I believe I've been using too much choke. I rode a long way last night and the bike performed perfectly.
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