Anyone drill out 2014 stock exhausts eyt?
#11
08-06-2016 | 07:21 AM
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So I did this on my '16 48, you can pick up a cheap 3/4" step drill bit and 12" extension from harbor freight for less than $20. Works perfectly. I started small and worked my way up to 3/4". Definitely got louder and deeper, I could finally hear the bike at speed, however it was not loud enough for me so I bought a 1-1/4" hole saw bit to remove the entire baffle. IMMEDIATELY REGRETTED IT. Yes it got louder but it changed the tone entirely and doesn't have a typical Harley sound, it's strange, I don't even know how to describe it. And the decel popping is RIDICULOUS. I personally would not go above 3/4" holes in the baffles if I had to do it again.
I had to go to home depot to find something to kinda close it off real quick like, so I picked up these 5/8" brass flare nuts - drilled and tapped then installed in the mufflers and it got it back close to where it was with roughly allowing 3/4" airflow. Even with loctite and lock washers they vibrated out. So I had to remove the heat shields and drill it from the side, completely through both sides the muffler with longer screws...and anyways...
Lots of trouble I went through lol.. but I cannot recommend enough to not go too big. A 3/4" hole sounds GREAT until you can get something better.
I had to go to home depot to find something to kinda close it off real quick like, so I picked up these 5/8" brass flare nuts - drilled and tapped then installed in the mufflers and it got it back close to where it was with roughly allowing 3/4" airflow. Even with loctite and lock washers they vibrated out. So I had to remove the heat shields and drill it from the side, completely through both sides the muffler with longer screws...and anyways...
Lots of trouble I went through lol.. but I cannot recommend enough to not go too big. A 3/4" hole sounds GREAT until you can get something better.
#13
08-07-2016 | 10:18 AM
Listen to the sound at the 1:49 mark. That is the classic HD sound on a new model HD.
If you like it, then watch the rest of the video on how to get that sound for your Sporty.
If you like it, then watch the rest of the video on how to get that sound for your Sporty.
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#14
08-07-2016 | 11:01 AM
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Slip-ons
Or. . . just buy some slip-ons. They can be found for as low as $150 for a Sportster.
I wanted more Classic Harley exhaust character out of my 2009 XL1200C without being too loud and bought the Rush Slash-down 1.75". They have a good exhaust note that is noticed by drivers in traffic, but not in your face once on the road and moving. On the bike I just notice a nice mellow Harley sound and can still hear and converse.
Video : [ Headphones or decent speakers work best for hearing the sound.]
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<iframe width="420" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/AU-aOiGvWNc" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
I wanted more Classic Harley exhaust character out of my 2009 XL1200C without being too loud and bought the Rush Slash-down 1.75". They have a good exhaust note that is noticed by drivers in traffic, but not in your face once on the road and moving. On the bike I just notice a nice mellow Harley sound and can still hear and converse.
Video : [ Headphones or decent speakers work best for hearing the sound.]
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<iframe width="420" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/AU-aOiGvWNc" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
Last edited by JayTee2015; 08-07-2016 at 11:09 AM.
#16
08-09-2016 | 11:46 AM
Just a note...
If your having issues with the bolts coming lose try the "green" wicking loctite. You can either apply it during assembly or put on a tooth pick and if threads are exposed you can put a drop on the threads and it will wick into the area.
Be careful... anytime I've used it parts are pretty much ON forever less any good leverage to remove or cut off. Meaning I doubt you'll have any issues with them coming off from vibration or else.
BTW, most auto part stores have it. It is green and thin in a small tube and it runs like alcohol.
GOOD LUCK!
If your having issues with the bolts coming lose try the "green" wicking loctite. You can either apply it during assembly or put on a tooth pick and if threads are exposed you can put a drop on the threads and it will wick into the area.
Be careful... anytime I've used it parts are pretty much ON forever less any good leverage to remove or cut off. Meaning I doubt you'll have any issues with them coming off from vibration or else.
BTW, most auto part stores have it. It is green and thin in a small tube and it runs like alcohol.
GOOD LUCK!
#17
08-09-2016 | 06:33 PM
Just a note...
If your having issues with the bolts coming lose try the "green" wicking loctite. You can either apply it during assembly or put on a tooth pick and if threads are exposed you can put a drop on the threads and it will wick into the area.
Be careful... anytime I've used it parts are pretty much ON forever less any good leverage to remove or cut off. Meaning I doubt you'll have any issues with them coming off from vibration or else.
BTW, most auto part stores have it. It is green and thin in a small tube and it runs like alcohol.
GOOD LUCK!
If your having issues with the bolts coming lose try the "green" wicking loctite. You can either apply it during assembly or put on a tooth pick and if threads are exposed you can put a drop on the threads and it will wick into the area.
Be careful... anytime I've used it parts are pretty much ON forever less any good leverage to remove or cut off. Meaning I doubt you'll have any issues with them coming off from vibration or else.
BTW, most auto part stores have it. It is green and thin in a small tube and it runs like alcohol.
GOOD LUCK!
Lock washers
Teflon tape
Self-locking nuts (not the Nylon ones)
All three of those work on exhaust fasteners
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