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Old 12-23-2009, 07:51 PM
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Default Upsweep exhaust for 09 nightster

Does anyone know where I might find such a beast? Do they exist for a bike this new? I have looked locally, everywhere I could think of, I've searched the net the best I can but haven't gotten anywhere. I've found all kinds of upsweep pipes for older sportsters up to mid 80's, but can't find some for the 09. I've spoke with HD about them and basically I've been told it'd be a custom job. No problem, until I asked about back pressure requirements. I was told "there's not really a determined spec or requirement, but it does need some" What am I supposed to do with that? Lol. If I've got to get them built, thats fine, but I'd like to plan it out so I'm not wasting time, money, and effort. Any input is greatly appreciated.
 
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You could check Samson, thats where I got mine for my 08. Not sure if they have setups for Sportys but worth a call.
 
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Old 12-24-2009, 09:51 AM
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Well if you want to build your own pipes and are worried about back pressure then you coulld just add Lollie pops in the pipes. Look them up and they do work. You use a thub screw.
 
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Find a good Indy and have them made. I got quoted $350 for a custom set for my 1995 & they will put some baffles in, or even torque cones if thats what you want.
 
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I'm considering using my stock manifolds, adding torque cones, removing the slip-ons and building from there. Addind baffles as needed. I want a pretty steep sweep so bending my own pipe is probably my best bet. I've checked into the cones and baffles, and found many options reasonably priced. I'm back to the "how much back pressure? ". Is there a spec or requirement? "Until it runs right" is not a good enough answer for me. Thanks for the help.
 
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