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04-22-2017, 02:36 AM | #1 |
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Total Debaffle Joy!
I just got back from a good ride with my now debaffled Vaquero and I am so happy!
I drilled out both restrictor plates in each muffler and am amazed at the difference in the motorcycle. The deep tone and loudness is perfect for me but I wasn't expecting the following side effects. Cooler running - the bike now stays between 1/4 and 1/2 on the temperature gauge when cruising on the highway, previously it was over halfway and would easily push into the power restricted 3/4 range. Smoother running - a consequence of the bike running much cooler. Increased fuel economy - before debaffling my fuel economy was pegged at 5.4 L/100km now it hovers around 5.0L/100km. (43.5mpg vs 47mpg now). Less throttle required when accelerating or to hold a constant speed. A lot less need to downshift on hills. No decal popping, just a nice pleasing rumble when decelerating. All in all I couldn't be happier with the results, I'm so pleased I did it!
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04-25-2017, 01:55 PM | #2 | |
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Have you reflashed the ECU with Ivan?
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04-25-2017, 06:46 PM | #3 |
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Well I'm SURE you took several pictures of the exact process and documented it so you could share with the class! Right?
Right? Hello ???
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04-25-2017, 09:55 PM | #4 |
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That must of been one magical debaffle! I'd have to ride under 50 mph to get that mileage and on a 40 degree day to see those readings on the temp gauge. I'm glad you're happy with the results.
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04-26-2017, 06:37 AM | #5 | |
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04-26-2017, 06:40 AM | #6 | |
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04-27-2017, 10:49 AM | #7 |
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I believe he still has the baffles there, but the end plates have been drilled out. I did this on mine also, took about as long to get the drill and extension cord out than it took to actually do it. I used a 1 1/4" hole saw, if I remember right, and a 16" bit extension. Just insert from the back and drill them. The 1st is about 6" in, the 2nd is about 12" in. Pipes stay attached to the bike also.
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04-27-2017, 02:25 PM | #8 | |
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Just be careful if you do it the first time out of the box. Cause it will run off and leave you behind. The wind up is a little slower than the lighter skoots but once the center of gravity moves back, mine starts getting light on the front end and a little squirrely. There's a lot of potential in this skoot but it can become a beast if not respected.
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04-27-2017, 11:22 PM | #10 | |
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05-15-2019, 05:34 AM | #12 | |
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I know its been a while since this post was posted, but I'm very interested in knowing exactly how to remove the baffles on my 2014 Vaquero. Are there any photos/videos on the procedure? |
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05-15-2019, 07:14 AM | #13 |
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Did you check YouTube ?
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05-18-2019, 07:27 AM | #14 | |
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Not saying it was/is the same as the original posters process. However, have done it three times, each time with success... My post is from 4/14/2019 in that thread. Ride safe, Smokier
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