Looking for opinions on exhaust

[Ridefree]

So I'm not particularly fond of my exhaust . I have the factory headers with the crossover tube still intact with rush slip on's . I would prefer to go to a full duel exhaust eliminating the crossover all together . Would like to have the nice deep rumble that my Nomad has with the Vance & hines . So far all I have seen is the Cobra true duels and the freedom . Any help with deciding on pipes would be appreciated .

[Monkeyman]

Top Cat is the expert on loud pipes. (Loud pipes save lives!) You might want to contact him directly.

[mike07nad]

Originally Posted by Ridefree

So I'm not particularly fond of my exhaust . I have the factory headers with the crossover tube still intact with rush slip on's . I would prefer to go to a full duel exhaust eliminating the crossover all together . Would like to have the nice deep rumble that my Nomad has with the Vance & hines . So far all I have seen is the Cobra true duels and the freedom . Any help with deciding on pipes would be appreciated .

I put a set of Cobra Tri-ovals which I thought was the answer, Sounded loud and rumbbly. But it Popped and banged and backfired to the point of embarrassment. That was in the days before the IVAN Re-Flash (which I understand cures the pops). I tried a Bully fuel processor and it did nothing to resolve the popping. Put the stock pipes back on, Sold the Tri-ovals.

What I'm saying is - Pipes alone probably won't give you what you will want for your 1700 - You will need the IVAN Re-Flash to make it so it don't pop, bang, boom.

Note - the guy I sold the Tri-ovals to Loves them. With the re-flash and I believe big air kit all is well..

Good Luck.

[Ridefree]

Thanks Mike , I should have mentioned in my post that I did recently have my ecu flashed by Ivan . I'm also running a k&n filter but plan on putting on a bak this winter so no popping and backfiring problems here . Just looking for the right sound .

I've heard good things about the Freedom performance . I may try the v&h slip on's and see if they sound better before I replace the entire system .

[Ridefree]

Originally Posted by Monkeyman

Top Cat is the expert on loud pipes. (Loud pipes save lives!) You might want to contact him directly.

Yes , I've heard he is the expert

[JD Hog]

Originally Posted by Ridefree

Thanks Mike , I should have mentioned in my post that I did recently have my ecu flashed by Ivan . I'm also running a k&n filter but plan on putting on a bak this winter so no popping and backfiring problems here . Just looking for the right sound .

I've heard good things about the Freedom performance . I may try the v&h slip on's and see if they sound better before I replace the entire system .

Be sure to check with Ivan for an update to your reflash if you install a BAK. When I had him do his latest reflash update he told me it was setup as two versions, one with BAK and one with stock air. I opted for the stock air since I don't run the RPM's in the 4000 range very often.

[Ridefree]

Thanks JD , I will . When I spoke to him I told him I had the K&N filter . Not sure which version he would have flashed but it's working great so far . If I decide to go with a BAK I will definitely call to verify .

The few guys I ride with tell me I should leave the sides as they are . they look great . I must agree and will probably leave it alone . I bought this bike a little over a month ago and I've never had it past 3000 rpm . I'm pretty easy on the throttle .

Funny how everybody has that perfect sound they like . Mine is a nice deep rumble at idle but really barks when you open her up .

I was in the shop today and thought what the hay , Will my V&H baffles fit my Rush and sure as shat they do . I like the way they sound so I'll probably just order another set and go with it .

So in the end I'll probably just leave the K&N intact and run the Rush mufflers with the V&H baffles . Bike runs awesome and sounds much better .

[redjay]

"The few guys I ride with tell me I should leave the sides as they are . they look great . I must agree and will probably leave it alone".


Chuckster makes a BAK kit that leaves the bike looking stock as it uses the original cover over the intake.

http://chucksterscustoms.com/product...1600-1700-bak/

[Ridefree]

Thanks Red , that would be the direction I would go . I love the fact I can still use the original cover . I've ordered from Chuckster's before but didn't know he offered Vaq accessories . Thanks for posting the link .

[Ridefree]

Is anyone using the V&H pro pipes 2 into one . I thought I might give these a try . I've watched utube vids and read some great reviews .

If your using a set your input would be great ....

[4Steelers]

I just installed a used set of V&H dual slash cut slip on a few weeks ago. Nice low rumble when riding and during acceleration the sound is loud but still low in pitch. The guys I ride with love the way they sound.

[Ridefree]

Originally Posted by 4Steelers

I just installed a used set of V&H dual slash cut slip on a few weeks ago. Nice low rumble when riding and during acceleration the sound is loud but still low in pitch. The guys I ride with love the way they sound.

Good info there Steeler , Thanks . I do prefer the duel exhaust look . I wonder why V&H don't offer a complete unit to get rid of the crossover tube . Not sure if having true duels would make that much of a difference anyway .

I do like the sound of V&H . Looks like I'll be shopping for slip ons then . The decision has been made .

By the way , welcome to the forum !!!

[Lumberjack]

In cars you they keep the cross over pipe to equalize the back pressure.

Originally Posted by Ridefree

Good info there Steeler , Thanks . I do prefer the duel exhaust look . I wonder why V&H don't offer a complete unit to get rid of the crossover tube . Not sure if having true duels would make that much of a difference anyway .

I do like the sound of V&H . Looks like I'll be shopping for slip ons then . The decision has been made .

By the way , welcome to the forum !!!

[mbarr10]

In cars you they keep the cross over pipe to equalize the back pressure

I do not know much about the performance, but I wanted the duel exhaust for the looks and function. Coming from a 2007 1500 kawi classic the dual pipes on one side made the bike look goofy, 2 pipes on one side looks dumb. I still think 2 pipes on one side is non-symmetrical. This is one of the reasons I bought the Vaquero. I like the balanced look of a pipe on each side. Just my preference though. Performance to me is not in the HP but in the handling and ride ability of my bike.

[Ridefree]

Thanks for the lead on the pipes but I think I'm going to track down a set of slip on's and give those a try . I love the look of duel exhaust and IMO just wouldn't look right with one pipe coming out the rear . Agreed with your statement .