Should i replace stock head pipes
If you already have slip-on mufflers, you can get a head pipe kit from Fullsac Performance that will work with your OEM heat shields. Personally, I've never used them but lots of guys on here have.
Cruiser
Joined: Jun 2020
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From: Valley Head, WV
If you already have slip-on mufflers, you can get a head pipe kit from Fullsac Performance that will work with your OEM heat shields. Personally, I've never used them but lots of guys on here have.
Club Member
Joined: Jul 2013
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From: NorCal
I have the Fullsac headers on my Road King and Limited. It is a good, quality pipe. I also installed the Fullsac cores in the stock Limited mufflers, as I did not want them loud and had read good things about them. I found they worked very well for my set up.
3rd Gear
Joined: Jun 2021
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From: South Korea
Been riding my 14 Road King for a little over 3 years, so I have a good baseline on how it performs. Basically stock other than Cobra slip on mufflers and a K&N air filter. Last weekend I drilled out/removed my cat and I'm amazed at the difference in throttle response and love the way it sounds now. Less heat on my right leg while sitting at stop lights is another benefit. My only regret is that I didn't do it a long time ago. Been thinking about buying a tuner, but not sure if I really need one. Time will tell I guess.
Road Master
Joined: Jan 2020
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From: Duke City, NM
@Tate Richards you definitely need a tuner or Dyno. You are passing more air through an engine that has an ECM that already has a lean AFR.
Tuning is more that just performance, it is also engine longevity. BTW you think you are happy with cooler now, richer mixture also runs cooler.
Tuning is more that just performance, it is also engine longevity. BTW you think you are happy with cooler now, richer mixture also runs cooler.
Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2013
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From: Ontario, Canada
I don't think it happens often but you can never say never and the fine is no fun.
Cruiser
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Bama
I recently went with a Fuel Moto header, S&S slip on’s, stealth Big Sucker and PV tuner. All items purchased from Fuel Moto. Losing the cat will help with heat and I’ve been very pleased with the new set up.
I was on the fence regarding getting the new header but I’m glad that I did. Easy swap and the guys from Fuel Moto are very helpful. Good luck with your decision
I was on the fence regarding getting the new header but I’m glad that I did. Easy swap and the guys from Fuel Moto are very helpful. Good luck with your decision
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Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2013
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From: Lost
Been riding my 14 Road King for a little over 3 years, so I have a good baseline on how it performs. Basically stock other than Cobra slip on mufflers and a K&N air filter. Last weekend I drilled out/removed my cat and I'm amazed at the difference in throttle response and love the way it sounds now. Less heat on my right leg while sitting at stop lights is another benefit. My only regret is that I didn't do it a long time ago. Been thinking about buying a tuner, but not sure if I really need one. Time will tell I guess.
just wondering if I can just take out the catalytic converter and leave everything else stock for getting rid of heat. Next year Ill get new slip ons, breather, PV or something else and dynoed. TIA guys.
Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2013
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From: Lost
Following up on my question above. If it's ok just to take out the catalytic converter if my bike is still stock. I called local muffler shop to check if they will do it and I was told it's against federal law. He won't be able to do that.