baffle removal

[n9151]

I have an 01 FI. If I take out the baffles do I need to put on something like a power commander? thanks to all in advance

[v0lusia]

no

No....Unless you've done other mods, like the intake system. Then you'd bennefit a lot.

[n9151]

may seem like a stupid question, but does a K&N air filter qualify for an intake mod?

[radco]

Originally Posted by n9151

may seem like a stupid question, but does a K&N air filter qualify for an intake mod?

FROM what Ive been told if its the K&N Filter ONLY in the STOCK AIR BOX w/ the No Power comander needed.. I just put the Gutted mufflers on NICE SOUND,DEEPER NOT LOUD,, a mellow rumble. Next is the Gutted Goat belly I have,, I couldnt get 1 mounting bolt off, have it soaking in Penatrating oil. BUT WHEN done,, I ll hear the difference with and w/o the gutted belly..Rich

[n9151]

one last question, where do I find the instructions to gut the mufflers?

[ringadingh]

Originally Posted by n9151

one last question, where do I find the instructions to gut the mufflers?

Look on Bowndodges Garage for "Bafflectomy" that will tell you how.

Instructions are here: http://kawanow.proboards77.com/?boar...ead=529&page=1

[ruruson1]

I have done the bafflectomy and have a K&N filter in the stock box and have had no problems. I also think it has increased my power, or maybe the deeper sound just makes my ego bigger!!!!

[kawgirl]

Originally Posted by ruruson1 #483

I have done the bafflectomy and have a K&N filter in the stock box and have had no problems. I also think it has increased my power...

Same here!

[markusmaximus]

Originally Posted by n9151

one last question, where do I find the instructions to gut the mufflers?

Also check out http://home.insightbb.com/~kpmh.005/N-Gut-Muffler.htm. I used a 1-3/4" hole saw, not 2". I did this 10 days ago and had a helluva time getting the silencers out due to carbon build-up. You may want to have a slide hammer if they seem really stuck. It's worth it. Much better sound.

[kawbuc]

Just took my silencers out Saturday. Started with a HARBOR FREIGHT hole saw. Burnt that hole saw up in about one minute.Went to Lowes and purchased a real Bi-metal 1 3/4" hole saw. Took about 5 minutes and i had them both out. Never used the wooden dowl. Have a variable speed dril and drilled real slow until i got a good groove and then let her rip. Must say , i am glad i did the mod. Now i can hear my bike.Good sound too.

[ringadingh]

I had the same thing happen with Harbour Freight tools,in Canada there called Princess Auto, my 1/2" hammer drill only drilled about 2" into a asphalt driveway and quit hammering. I went and bought a Milwaukee drill. I had the same thing with the holesaws as well.

[rlfaubion]

When I was young Japanese products were looked down upon. Today it's China. Good for a one time use (or less).

[Cajunrider]

I paid $13 bucks for the Rigid 1 3/4" hole saw and another $8 for the arbor at Home Depot. It was well worth it though as it took no more than 1 - 2 minutes to drill each with a Dewalt 1/2" 18v cordless drill. Be sure to use a good cutting oil while drilling.