pretty nice noise maker. At least that's the first and largest impression. Quite an improvement over stock in sound quality - nice deep note, but to my ears it's amped up all the time, even during cruise.

I love the looks of it, especially since my two favorite colors are black and chrome.

 

What RPM do you cruise at?

 

Between 2500 and 3000. I get into 6th as soon as I am up to speed and the ground is level.

 

You'll get use to it.

 

Looks good!!!

 

Monster Ovals are noise makers?
Mine with the stock head pipes can't be considered anything but quiet.
They have a nice low tone but they are quiet.

Do the power duals actually make them that much louder?

 

I'd say they're easily twice as loud as stock. I don't think it's so much the power duals that make it louder as much as getting rid if the cat. I sure hope I can get used to them, because I love the sound! I'm a former Goldwing rider though, and thought the HD stock mufflers sounded real nice. I add the stuff to get more power.

 

I rode mine after I installed the Monster Ovals, I thought they were going up for sale, except I had my full face helmet on. It was like my head was in a bucket..Rode with my 1/2 helmet and all is grrreat!!

Mark

 

That's exactly what it feels like! I'll give that a try, Mark.

 

I run monster ovals and don't consider them to be real loud pipes. When riding with other, I rarely hear my bike over theirs, unless they're running stock. The monsters do get louder if you get on it a little, however, I like them that way. When cruising, I like to relax and enjoy the ride and would rather not have to wear ear plugs. IMHO these pipes are great for the cruiser type bike.