Based on my 2017 Sportster I can see that changing the mufflers to get a different note is weary trodden path. Being quiet the horrible rasp of a lean mixture is unmistakable.

All my bike needed was more fuel and the stock pipes had a mellow sound.

 

I put V&H Slash Cuts on, like the look and sound.

 

I bought a Tab slip-on with the medium baffle and for $39 more I got the Zombie baffle. That way I can swap just the baffle to see which sound I like better. My Sport Glide has a 2 in 1 muffler so the sound would not be the same as dual pipes but it's still much better than stock with just the medium baffle. I'm under 1000 miles so I will swap in the Zombie baffle after my 1000 mile service (maybe before if I decide to do the service myself.) Check out the Tab youtube video where they run all the different baffles to pick a sound you like.

 

Be sure you ask the dealer or manufacturer of the slip-ons you finally settle for if you need header to muffle exhaust seals.
I purchased a Rinehart and received it today......had me totally geeked until I found it requires that you purchase a new exhaust seal from HD.
Did not see that in the advertisement.
Coming from the touring world (pre-2017) none were ever needed.

 

I contacted Vance and Hines and they said they don't use them. Well at least for the twin slash cut I inquired on. I would imagine the eliminators don't as well. Seems so far from reading, Rinehart, Cobra, and S&S all take the gaskets.

 

V&H Slash Cuts went on without gaskets.

 

The most budget you can really get is from American Customs
Either from their premade, or get your stock pipes modded by them.
https://americancustom.com/collectio...12969481404505

 

I have a set Heritage/Deluxe 18+ if anyone is interested.