Ok, I made a reverse decision here....I decided to go with the current design of Freedom Duals. The order was to go in today. I have to confess that the more I looked at those new design muffs, the less I cared for them. Actually, it was the end caps that did it...I could have lived with the overall trapezoidal look...but the mini two-barrel look just didn't cut it for me. Yeah, the new design may have a couple extra hp&tq numbers, but the current design looks like it belongs on a H-D.
I spoke with Mark Yuill, late yesterday about ordering a set of the current duals and we discussed the "new design". I offered up my opinion and my reasoning for going with the current duals...in the end, we agreed that the new looks just aren't for everyone...it's more of an "acquired taste" you might say. So, if you like Scotch whiskey, you might like the new muffs.
Also, FYI, for those who are going to hold out and continue to remain on the waiting list for the new stuff, you might also like to know that the "tool up" date is being pushed back. I didn't get detail information other than there is some frustration going on in getting the "new" system geared up...so maybe an additional 1-2 months. You might call for yourself to get more detailed information and a more exact timeframe.
Regardless, the Yuill Bros are the greatest and provide some of the best products and customer service you will ever find not to mention their outstanding technical advice too. Too bad some of the other "industry leaders" don't follow these guy's lead...the world would be a much better place.
Anyway, I can't wait for the box to arrive so I can get these things mounted and get tuned.
ez
Ok, its been a few weeks since I got the "original" Freedom Duals mounted and I have to say
they are awesome! Great fit and what I consider to be that perfect CVO sound....a nice mellow rumble on cruising and a mean junk yard dog bark when you roll on it. I recently compared the fit & quality to another bike parked next to mine that had Rineharts...noticeable difference in the quality...even though Bub Ent. makes both systems. The Freedoms have a higher quality heat shield system with a better fit and finish. Also they made some nice allowances for brake pedal and engine clearance...sweet. No issues with the install either although I had received two sets of instructions that sort of contradicted each other ie: Bub vs Freedom. Overall, I am more than pleased with my decision and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to go the true-dual route as you can still get them (on a limited basis).
I have yet to see/hear of anyone using the "new style" Freedom Duals.
ez.
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