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Old Jun 7, 2009 | 04:54 PM
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Default muffler weight????
Can anyone tell me what the weight of a stock touring muffler is? I read that one of the negatives about the Monster Ovals is their weight-believe they weigh 24 pounds. Is this that big of a deal or something that shouldnt be much of a concern. Thanks!
 
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Old Jun 7, 2009 | 05:22 PM
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They are supported very well on the rear hangers and I've had no problems with my S&S mufflers that are a similar weight after 2 years use
 
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Old Jun 7, 2009 | 10:05 PM
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Couldn't resist, I had the stock mufflers from my "09 RG out in the garage, so I grabbed them and headed for the digital scale. It looks like they weigh 16.2 lbs for the pair. Hope this helps.
 
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put the monster ovals on a week or so ago, they are heavier than the stock mufflers but i would think not much more than a pound or 2 each. i didn't weigh them just goin by feel.
 
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Looking in to order MO's tomorrow, they state 33 lbs.
 
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Why is the weight an issue? Are you expecting an 800+ pound bike to be affected by an additional few pounds from the mufflers?

Geez, I gain more than that during riding season.
 
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Old Jun 8, 2009 | 09:23 AM
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my 06 EGC stock right side was heavy with the cat. and the left side light. I don't think the bike was balanced that way. it rides better with equal weight mufflers IMO.
 
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Thank you all for your input and responses. It sounds like the added weight is not a big concern. I think maybe Im just trying to find something to talk myself out of buying those expensive but impressive mufflers.
 
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I just ordered mine today. Getting my heat shields coated for $85. Sweet. Good luck in your decision. I read where the MOs can be fitted with cats if/when that day comes.
 
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I just ordered mine today. Getting my heat shields coated for $85. Sweet. Good luck in your decision. I read where the MOs can be fitted with cats if/when that day comes.

Congrats! if you dont mind-where did you get them and how much? Im interested in the chrome with the black tips-thanks!
 
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