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Old Nov 6, 2012 | 11:42 PM
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I am looking for some feedback on what you guys are using and what you like better, V&H Big Radius or Freedom Performance Sharp Curve Radius systems. I am looking for the louder of the two as well as quality of product. They are going on my '07 FLHRS replacing my Rinehart true Dual system. Thanks in advance.
 
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Old Nov 7, 2012 | 05:01 AM
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i had V&H BR pipes and they where ok..take the baffles out and the where loud as hell..
 
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Old Nov 7, 2012 | 07:29 AM
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Freedom performance makes some really nice exhaust,
 
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Old Nov 7, 2012 | 07:32 AM
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All preference IMHO
 
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Old Nov 7, 2012 | 07:33 AM
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I have FP True Duals. Top notch quality and great sound. I also have Big Radius on my 06. Mmmm, same opinion. I'm no help.
 
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Old Nov 7, 2012 | 07:43 AM
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Big radius on my sg and I love them
 
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Old Nov 7, 2012 | 08:37 AM
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Do the bikes seem to care whether or not the baffles are in? Sometimes they won't idle right or have a bad hesitation.......
 
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Old Nov 7, 2012 | 09:15 AM
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How about throwing MGS true duals into the mix? Sound great! Look great! and performance is top notch for a true dual. I think they even have a sale going on currently. Might be worth a looking into. Lotta positive feedback on em here on forum.
 
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Do the bikes seem to care whether or not the baffles are in? Sometimes they won't idle right or have a bad hesitation.......
The baffles are good for back pressure. The BR's ran like chit without them. I have Thunder Mountain QQ's in mine. Awesome sound.
 
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You can hacksaw the baffles down to about 4 or 5 inches and get better sound and better power.
 
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