No objective scientific tests have been done to support the theory that louder is safer. There is only opinion and anecdotal stories.

 

We live in an imperfect world. Refuse to be a victim.

Get pipes, a good jacket, boots, jeans, a handgun and a concealed weapons permit. Don't drink and ride.

It's a good start.

 

In my case as mentioned several times, Loud pipes (and mine aren't really that loud, SE ll slips) have save me from being lane changed into. It's the moron's that Blip their throttle to look cool that **** the cops off around here. Otherwise, they don't bother with tickets.

 

that, and making eye contact with women at intersections on cell phones.

 

Show me the source of your statement please. Sounds good, but...just saying l.ray

 

loud pipes never did me any favors. i like the mufflers on my bike. i can hear john coltrane on the player. no problem.

 

I prefer a modulating headlight, a loud horn (forward facing!) and moderate pipes. For me, it's an effective strategy.

 

ok---I will just say it, maybee the loud pipes save lives and maybee they don't, but I dam sure like the way they sound----OK-------Capt Bob

 

yes. yes. yes. anymore questions.

 

No, they don't save lives, given that they project their noise rearward and thus only serve as a warning to vehicles behind you. That said, they sound great and I love them.