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Old 07-09-2009 | 07:49 AM
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When I bought mufflers for my sportster I founds tons of good reviews for V-Twin Mfg. slip ons. They were only $109 from ebay. I couldn't be happier and get comments all the time on how great the bike sounds.

I get a new Electraglide and start researching slip ons but there just dosn't seem to be a real low cost favorite. Is it because most guys that make that kind of investment in a bike don't look for bargains or is it because none of the cheaper mufflers are any good?

I've found a few that look promising but no reviews on any of them.

1. V-Twin Mfg. PART# 30-0597 32" Long. 3.5" Diameter includes removable baffles. - $219 shipped
2. V-Twin Mfg. PART# 30-0349 28" Long. 2.5" Diameter includes removable baffles. - $149 shipped
3. LaRosa PART# SLUE-01 Unknown Length and Diameter includes 1 3/8" baffle - $165 shipped
4. Cycle Shack PART# MHD-292SD 29" Long. 3.0" Diameter includes removable baffles. - $227 shipped

Does anyone have or heard any of these? So far the first one is my favorite but that's just because it looks like the same design as the ones I have on my sportster. Opinions?
 
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Old 07-09-2009 | 08:14 AM
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You say your EG is new? If your goal is "cheap" then why not simply keep your stock mufflers? The 09 stock Cans are excellent, not only sound good but are highly efficient too.
 
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Old 07-09-2009 | 08:21 AM
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I like my stock '09 cans. But the Rush exhaust are great sounding. And they are "semi" cheap. about 300-400 for the slip ons.
 
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Old 07-09-2009 | 08:38 AM
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I bought the Vance and Hines basic slip ons off of Ebay for around $300 and could not be happier with them. If I had to do it over again I would probably try FuelMoto's Jackpots for a little less $$. I believe they run 250-275 and get great reviews.
 
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Old 07-09-2009 | 08:40 AM
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You want cheap, here's cheap, Take a hole saw the same size as the inside diameter of the muffler. Put an extension on it (both are available from Lowes, etc.). Drill out the baffles and you have a better sounding, stock looking muffeler so you won't get hassled by the Leo's. Hope this helps.
 
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Old 07-09-2009 | 08:46 AM
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So ..... bought an EG (not cheap), and want to put on cheap mufflers??? Keep the stocks and wait till you can afford quality.
 
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Old 07-09-2009 | 08:52 AM
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I said "new" but really meant "new to me". It's actually an 07 Police bike with a 103" motor. The stock exhaust is just too quiet to get noticed in traffic. I work in the city and I'd feel more comfortable if I was heard a little better.
 
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Old 07-09-2009 | 08:58 AM
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Originally Posted by FLHTCU Owner
So ..... bought an EG (not cheap), and want to put on cheap mufflers??? Keep the stocks and wait till you can afford quality.
I hear what your sayin, I kinda figured that sort of thinking is why I wasn't finding any info on the cheaper alternatives. My experience with the sportster though makes me want to investigate all the options.
 
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Old 07-09-2009 | 09:00 AM
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Cycle Shack Slip Ons gets my vote.
I’ve had them on my last 3 bikes.

07 Street Bob:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPeA8...eature=related

09 Night Train:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMeFNmflTWc
 
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Old 07-09-2009 | 09:48 AM
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I loved the Cycle Shacks I had on my Sporty. As for my Street Glide, I went with a set of Wild Pigs. I too wanted something inexpensive until I could afford the whole stage 1 setup.
I found a set of used Wild Pigs for less than $100 - I couldn't be more happy with the sound, performance and quality of craftmanship. I may just keep these pipes long term...
 


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