Vaquero custom exhaust project - new pictures!! - Page 3

dmyers · 02-07-2012, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by rewindgy

Looks good so far! I can't leave anything alone either! I got a Vance & Hines Bagger muffler on my Ridgeline ( I gutted it and built a slightly different baffle - was trying to get the right sound). I am still trying to find a Roadglide front fairing for cheap cause I think that will be my next mod!
Keep sending updates on the project - it way cool!

I got one
er just a batwing
i guess your looking for a frame mount

**jestephens** · 02-17-2012, 09:47 PM

I just got my bike back from having mid-pipes made to hook up the Yoshimura mufflers to the stock header system. I still need to work on a final design for heat shields, but aside from that still to be done, I consider the project a huge success.

Like any good exhaust video, you'll need to have some bass, and good speakers to appreciate it. Absolutely wonderful in person.

Monkeyman · 02-18-2012, 12:28 AM

Ok. You got me. That has a MUCH better sound than I envisioned. Now you need to mount a mic (with a wind cover) and go for a ride so we can hear it better.

**Jared** · 02-18-2012, 12:52 AM

Nice job, Jay!

**Top Cat** · 02-18-2012, 09:42 AM

That does sound nice. Looks good too. Great job.

**jestephens** · 02-18-2012, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Top Cat

That does sound nice. Looks good too. Great job.

TC, from your view on louder exhaust, I take that as a highest compliment

Thanks!

**jestephens** · 02-18-2012, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Monkeyman

Ok. You got me. That has a MUCH better sound than I envisioned. Now you need to mount a mic (with a wind cover) and go for a ride so we can hear it better.

I shot some other video with the cam mounted on the handle bars and pointed back toward me. The quality of sound recording is okay, but my windows movie maker won't accept my video format (MPEG-4), I need to either update WMM, or convert the files, or post the entire unedited videos on youtube. ???

**Top Cat** · 02-18-2012, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by jestephens

TC, from your view on louder exhaust, I take that as a highest compliment

Thanks!

They don't sound obnoxious to me. They have a deep low rumble that I like. They also sound like you can control how much sound you make by either taking it easy or getting on the throttle.
I really like the look.

Monkeyman · 02-18-2012, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by jestephens

I shot some other video with the cam mounted on the handle bars and pointed back toward me. The quality of sound recording is okay, but my windows movie maker won't accept my video format (MPEG-4), I need to either update WMM, or convert the files, or post the entire unedited videos on youtube. ???

So, put it on YouTube already!

I'm anxiously waiting!

**jestephens** · 02-18-2012, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Top Cat

They don't sound obnoxious to me. They have a deep low rumble that I like. They also sound like you can control how much sound you make by either taking it easy or getting on the throttle.
I really like the look.

Technically, on the bikes these are designed for, they are "track only" mufflers, and I also have "street" inserts to reduce the decibels that I haven't even tried yet.

Monkeyman, We spent all day at a mardi gras parade, and now going to some friends' house. I'll post the vids, promise! ;0)
-Jay

cactusjack · 02-18-2012, 07:15 PM

Jay, I have to say "nice job"!

When you first mentioned this project, I have to admit I was a little skeptical about the outcome. It sounds great and looks better than I thought it would. Congratulations on some nice engineering.

**jestephens** · 02-19-2012, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by jestephens

I shot some other video with the cam mounted on the handle bars and pointed back toward me. The quality of sound recording is okay, but my windows movie maker won't accept my video format (MPEG-4), I need to either update WMM, or convert the files, or post the entire unedited videos on youtube. ???

Here's the raw footage
Also the first time using this camera on the bike like this. Not the best mounting, not the best camera, but enjoy!

Monkeyman · 02-19-2012, 01:05 AM

The audio sounds a bit choppy but maybe it's just me. 4:35 is what I wanted to hear.

That's great! I still like it a bit louder but that sounds muscular without sounding obnoxious. Kind of like a stock Corvette (different sound but same concept). Need one more with you rolling all the way on the throttle from a dead stop.

Good job.

**jestephens** · 02-19-2012, 09:55 AM

After 4:35, it's all 70-75mph cruising for a few miles. I'll see if my wife can help me with a couple more videos

**ringadingh** · 02-19-2012, 10:59 AM

Those mufflers look pretty neat on there, and sound good.

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Monkeyman Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Wilkesboro, NC Posts: 6,289	The audio sounds a bit choppy but maybe it's just me. 4:35 is what I wanted to hear. That's great! I still like it a bit louder but that sounds muscular without sounding obnoxious. Kind of like a stock Corvette (different sound but same concept). Need one more with you rolling all the way on the throttle from a dead stop. Good job. __________________ Christopher "Monkeyman" Gray ---------------------------- Widows Sons "Overseers" Patriot Guard Rider USArmy 1987-1990 2021 Can Am Spyder RT 2018 Can Am Spyder RT Limited - SOLD 2014 Nomad - SOLD 2012 Victory Vision - SOLD 2007 Black Nomad - SOLD VMC #9367 VBA #1860
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