Slip-on question+ advice
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all of the above listed advice is good... however, ill say this:
you cant decide on a muffler based on sound clips or youtube videos
I would suggest going to your local HD dealer on a Saturday and hanging out in the parking lot for a while. listen to other peoples bikes and ask them some questions. its a compliment and I would never even think to not have a conversation with a fellow rider about something I have on my RK or a purchase theyre trying to decide.
in person > youtube
you cant decide on a muffler based on sound clips or youtube videos
I would suggest going to your local HD dealer on a Saturday and hanging out in the parking lot for a while. listen to other peoples bikes and ask them some questions. its a compliment and I would never even think to not have a conversation with a fellow rider about something I have on my RK or a purchase theyre trying to decide.
in person > youtube
Road Captain
Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Toronto, Ontario
Looks like you are quoting local Cdn pricing. If you're near the border, get a US address shipping place and have them shipped there.
Rineharts 4" are around $500 at the many online discount places (M&M Cycles, Direct Cycle Parts). Don't pay $750-$1000!
Rineharts 4" are around $500 at the many online discount places (M&M Cycles, Direct Cycle Parts). Don't pay $750-$1000!
Intermediate
Joined: Aug 2014
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From: Elgin, IL
I just went thru the same process. Saw and heard both at bike events and went with V&H twin slash rounds. I was afraid of comments on this forum about their Rineharts rattling and the black end caps turning colors. Used Kutter on line for $345 shipped. Good luck with whichever you choose.
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Tourer
Joined: May 2011
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From: Canada
So here's a new twist.
Decided to give the Klock Werks Super Saver 4" slip ons a try.
Did a bit of searching on here.
Anyone have any experience with these?
Can I just slip them on without a power commander?, Their website recommends one.
Decided to give the Klock Werks Super Saver 4" slip ons a try.
Did a bit of searching on here.
Anyone have any experience with these?
Can I just slip them on without a power commander?, Their website recommends one.
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From: Coastal Carolina
That's true in an ideal world. The problem is, each set of pipes will sound different depending on what other mods have been made on the bike--cams, AC, header, cat removed, etc. It's hard to find a bike with the pipes you are interested in that is also configured exactly like yours.
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2014
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From: Virginia
https://youtu.be/nc4tvEIxXfA
Here's a video I did a little while back of my dad's & my 2015 SGS's. Pretty good comparison. The slash cuts are a little more aggressive sounding and the Rineharts are a little deeper sounding. They are not miles apart in sounding that different. Both are quality products and both will bark at you when you get on them. Both quiet down nicely on the highway so really just choose the one you like the looks of and go that route. You won't be disappointed either way.
Here's a video I did a little while back of my dad's & my 2015 SGS's. Pretty good comparison. The slash cuts are a little more aggressive sounding and the Rineharts are a little deeper sounding. They are not miles apart in sounding that different. Both are quality products and both will bark at you when you get on them. Both quiet down nicely on the highway so really just choose the one you like the looks of and go that route. You won't be disappointed either way.
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From: Wesley Chapel Fl.
That's true in an ideal world. The problem is, each set of pipes will sound different depending on what other mods have been made on the bike--cams, AC, header, cat removed, etc. It's hard to find a bike with the pipes you are interested in that is also configured exactly like yours.
Attending some bike nights and visiting the dealer are easy ways to get an excellent idea of the sounds you want.
I stand by my original statement! JR
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From: Western South Dakota
BS to both of those comments.
Had Rinehart 3.5's and now the 4's.
Not 1 issue with heat or endcaps turning colors, or rattling.