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Old 10-21-2019, 12:23 AM
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What would it take to get a m8 exhaust to fit on a twin cam touring bike. I understand the inlets are different size. How much else is different
 
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For starters, I believe those bikes have different frames.
 
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Why would you want to do that?
 
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I think the cylinders/heads are taller, probably mounting angles of the ports are slightly different too. And, the muffler lengths may be different.
 
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the cylinders are different an on the touring models the left exhaust is different diameter than the right where as on the TC they are the same.
 
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Mufflers are tuned to the motor. So, putting M8 mufflers n a 103, even if you have to Rube Goldberg them, is a bad idea.
 
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Thanks for everyone’s help on understanding the difference. I find that sometimes when I’m looking at buying used parts I might not get the whole truth. Better understanding help make better decisions.
 
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Originally Posted by Johnnypop
Thanks for everyone’s help on understanding the difference. I find that sometimes when I’m looking at buying used parts I might not get the whole truth. Better understanding help make better decisions.
I got stuck with slip-
‘ons for an M8 when I have a twin cam 🤬
 
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