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I want to add some pipes to my bike but the dealer said it would void my warranty on any pipe including their own except the stock ones. Has any one out there run into the same problem. I need some more grunt to cover up the loud engine that over powers the pipes. I had the dealer check into the sound of the engine to make sure it was ok and he said everything checks out, " welcome to the Harley twin". Clatters to much for me. I just got the Road King Classic about three weeks ago. I also plan on getting a shorter wind shield. Feel like I'm hitting a brick wall at 70!
Great forum and great advice, thanks
Great forum and great advice, thanks
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RE: need some advice
Sounds like you got a piece of work for a Dealer...
Look around for another Dealer that isn't so concerned about the "It Only Can Be HD Stuff", and find one that is comfortable with doing modifications, like what you are looking to do (Rineharts, V&H True Duals, or some other set-up), and how it is NOT going to ADVERSELY AFFECT the durability, Driveability, reliability and overall operation of the motorcycle systems...
We do it all the time... But we also ONLY RECOMMEND CERTAIN PRODUCTS, as they have proven track records, or we just like the quality of them... As well as we know how they should be tuned...
Look around for another Dealer that isn't so concerned about the "It Only Can Be HD Stuff", and find one that is comfortable with doing modifications, like what you are looking to do (Rineharts, V&H True Duals, or some other set-up), and how it is NOT going to ADVERSELY AFFECT the durability, Driveability, reliability and overall operation of the motorcycle systems...
We do it all the time... But we also ONLY RECOMMEND CERTAIN PRODUCTS, as they have proven track records, or we just like the quality of them... As well as we know how they should be tuned...
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RE: need some advice
I'd recommend Rineharts, with a little bit extra packing.... But it's you that have to listen to different systems, and decide what you like.....
Some guys like a 2:1.. Performance system, different sound altogether than a True Dual...
What is it that you want????
Performance with a tame sound, The "Potato-Potato" sound that most bikes end up with, a tame at idle and scare the gutchies off of old ladies at WOT?
So many different systems, so many different sounds.....
When you do listen to them, ask the owner WHAT ELSE HAS BEEN DONE???
A 1450 with Duals sounds different than a 1550 or 1690 with the same system....
Sorry for being so vague, but what I like and what you are looking for might be 2 completely different things...
Some guys like a 2:1.. Performance system, different sound altogether than a True Dual...
What is it that you want????
Performance with a tame sound, The "Potato-Potato" sound that most bikes end up with, a tame at idle and scare the gutchies off of old ladies at WOT?
So many different systems, so many different sounds.....
When you do listen to them, ask the owner WHAT ELSE HAS BEEN DONE???
A 1450 with Duals sounds different than a 1550 or 1690 with the same system....
Sorry for being so vague, but what I like and what you are looking for might be 2 completely different things...
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RE: need some advice
What kind of bikes are you used to riding? The Twin Cam 88 is the quiet for a Harley engine compared to earlier models. The V-Rod is quieter than standard Harley, as are most Japanese bikes and BMWs. But big V-twins with the long valve trains are always going to clatter some. We put up with it because they look cool and their exhausts sound so good. But I guess a clattering engine is a good an excuse as any to get louder pipes.
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RE: need some advice
sold my 1200custom for the 06 RK classic. The sportster did have Se pipes on it so I didn't notice engine noise. I do hear a lot of noise coming from this bike, but I'm told it's normal. Will Syn oil clear up some of the noise, if so, what is a good weight and brand to go with
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RE: need some advice
Some say Syn oil makes their bike louder. Yor bike with a wind shield will be louder to you than the one without the shield, because it cuts down on wind.
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