Best vance and hines for Fat Boy

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08-08-2011, 05:08 AM

Blk and Chrome

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I'd pick what you want to look at and for the sound. Go to a bike night or two and check out what others have and what they sound like. For a street bike most perform ok. If you are racing a dyno then get the one that performs the best

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08-08-2011, 09:33 AM

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I agree with looking at the Rush Crossovers 1.75 Baffles. The pipes sound great, I can feel a increase in power and torque with them. At half the cost of VH and I feel that their customer service is way better.

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08-08-2011, 10:36 AM

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If you want V&H, you might want to check out the Big Radius 2-1 pipe.
It'll give you better all around performance, and the sound is incredible.

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08-08-2011, 11:17 AM

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I've been running the BSS for a couple years now. Didn't really enjoy them until I put the BCT baffles in.

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08-08-2011, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by ngoti8tor

If you want V&H, you might want to check out the Big Radius 2-1 pipe.
It'll give you better all around performance, and the sound is incredible.

That's my preferred Pipe... V&H Big Radius 2-1 (in Black though).

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08-08-2011, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by hogster1961

I'm after a set of V&H pipes for my 05 fat boy but torn between, short shots, big shots staggered and straight shots...they all vary in price, shortshots being the cheapest,but I seem to remember reading somewhere that they(shortshots) don't perform too well even with staging etc, I'd appreciate anyones personal experiences, photos would be great too.
I did email V&H for some info re the best performing models but I've heard nothing yet.
Thanks in advance

Of these three the BBS give the best over-all dyno results for street riding, hand down...

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08-08-2011, 11:47 AM

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Exhaust is a very personal choice. Take it from someone who has run 7 sets in 6 years. IO agree limiting yourself to V&H is questionable. There are tons of other companies that make great exhaust as well. take your time and find what you really like.

Of those choices I prefer the longshots as they accentuate the bike via their length and low height. I can get you any and all exhausts as well at a discount.

Drew

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05-29-2014, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Nickrc3

I experienced no reduction in power with these ShortShots, in fact, performance was great, along with the tone (BCT baffles installed).
Replaced months ago with V & H dual fishtails.

They're for sale if interested. PM me.