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Old Jan 25, 2014 | 06:53 PM
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Default Got that satisfying rumble back.

When I got my '14 limited, I vowed I was going to keep it stock for a while.

After 2000 miles, I decided the stock exhaust was just too "tinny" sounding (for lack of a better term).

A SE air cleaner, a set of Vance & Hines power duals, some monster ovals and a dyno tune and that respectable rumble (as well as a bit more oomph) has been achieved.

After all, it's only money.
 
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Old Jan 25, 2014 | 06:59 PM
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What tuner did you use?
 
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Old Jan 25, 2014 | 07:01 PM
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Yeah, I agree. I put Vance & Hines twin slash oval slip-ons on my '14 and like the improvement but still sounds kinda muffled with the cat. I've all but decided to go forward with putting on some V&H dresser duals,SE air cleaner, and a tune to complete the stage one. Just want a little more volume there when I crack the throttle.
 
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Old Jan 25, 2014 | 07:01 PM
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SE race tuner.
 
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Old Jan 25, 2014 | 10:49 PM
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So the twin slash ovals arent worth it to put on wingwheel?
 
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Old Jan 26, 2014 | 09:10 AM
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So the twin slash ovals arent worth it to put on wingwheel?

Oh, no. I really like the twin slash ovals! I've got the sound I want, I just want to get the exhaust a little louder. I really like the sound of a dual exhaust. Regardless of slip-on type, I think I'm gonna have to pony up the cash to change the headers for what I am looking for. I like hearing my radio but like the bike to be heard too
 
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Old Jan 26, 2014 | 09:18 AM
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The cat kills the sound. He header makes all the difference.
 
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Old Jan 26, 2014 | 10:04 AM
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I have monster ovals as well.. definitely better than stock
 
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I agree 100%. I had mine installed before I took delivery. I did get a chance to ride a stock one and I agree with the OP that it sounded 'tinny'.

Even with the power duals I can still hear the stereo even with my FF helmet. Of course I also upgrade to the 6.5 Boom speakers and amp
 
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