Topic: Whats your suggestion about x pipes? (Read 3155 times)

altugo · « **on:** January 13, 2006, 11:02:37 AM »

Hi everyone.I am considering x pipes for my bike.Whats your opinion about these?Are they any good for performance?Since 06 bikes come with a lot of buckshot accessories already installed i think the look might work.But on the other hand i dont want to sacrifice performance for looks.I am considering black with chrome heat shields.Do you think that its better to go full chrome?Here are some picks.Thanks for helping. [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

altugo · « **Reply #1 on:** January 13, 2006, 11:03:26 AM »

another pic

altugo · « **Reply #2 on:** January 13, 2006, 11:04:42 AM »

and again

altugo · « **Reply #3 on:** January 13, 2006, 11:05:36 AM »

more...

tunedse2 · « **Reply #4 on:** January 13, 2006, 02:28:58 PM »

I would definately look at all chrome, I havnt seen them on the bike but I cant imagine where
the black will look better than all chrome on a chromed out bike with a painted frame...you asked
for an opinion, but as always to each his own..

HUBBARD · « **Reply #5 on:** January 13, 2006, 02:57:11 PM »

A Man can NEVER have too much CHROME! [smiley=huepfenlol2.gif] Request performance charts concerning HP increase. [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif] Later--HUBBARD

altugo · « **Reply #6 on:** January 14, 2006, 10:44:41 AM »

Thanks for replies.I guess your both right about the chrome.There really isnt much black parts except the seat so it may really look weird on the bike it self.If i can figure the torque and hp gains i might wanna go with double shielded chrome.
[smiley=drink.gif]

fatboyse2 · « **Reply #7 on:** January 14, 2006, 01:33:26 PM »

Those x pipes are pretty high up and would be a hotspot for any passenger riding along. Not sure how the foot pegs would fit with these pipes. If you're planning on having an occasional passenger with you it's something to consider.

AUSSIE_FLSTFSE · « **Reply #8 on:** January 14, 2006, 03:35:04 PM »

They look like even the rider may have a problem with heat. They are very unusal looking pipes I have never seen them before. I am also not a big fan of pipes with out a balance tube. I would sacrafice some preformance for good looks but in my opinion this is a loose loose situation. Definately not for a CVO Fatboy!

Sorry buddy
Cheers
[smiley=drink.gif]

altugo · « **Reply #9 on:** January 15, 2006, 10:26:03 PM »

Thanks for the opinions.I agree that those pipes may cause a problem to occasional passenger (wife hehehe).So maybe I should really install those [smiley=huepfenjump3.gif].By the way whats a balancer aussie? [smiley=drink.gif]

fatboyse2 · « **Reply #10 on:** January 15, 2006, 11:47:34 PM »

I think he's referring to a crossover tube to balance and scavenge the exhaust. Or maybe an extra prop to keep upright after all those pints of Guinness [smiley=drink.gif]

altugo · « **Reply #11 on:** January 15, 2006, 11:57:32 PM »

So its obvious that everyone hates these x pipes on fatboys.So wich is a good pipe for power and sound?By the way id like to get saddlebags and a passanger in the back so wich style lets us install larger bags?
Thanx for advice.Unfortunatly i am not a very experienced harley owner so i really need help of you guys. [smiley=drink.gif]

AUSSIE_FLSTFSE · « **Reply #12 on:** January 16, 2006, 05:00:53 AM »

Quote

I think he's referring to a crossover tube to balance and scavenge the exhaust.

AUSSIE_FLSTFSE · « **Reply #13 on:** January 16, 2006, 05:09:23 AM »

Now there are some good looking & sounding pipes, also good performance!!!!

cheers
[smiley=drink.gif]

fatboyse2 · « **Reply #14 on:** January 16, 2006, 08:36:52 AM »

Quote

So its obvious that everyone hates these x pipes on fatboys.So wich is a good pipe for power and sound?By the way id like to get saddlebags and a passanger in the back so wich style lets us install larger bags?
Thanx for advice.Unfortunatly i am not a very experienced harley owner so i really need help of you guys. [smiley=drink.gif]

Well, their are a lot of good sounding pipes out there. How loud and good sounding do you want to go... For mid db range and good sound with a dual pipe on the fatboy I like the Python, they sit below the passenger footpeg and have a good sound coming a going. Performance is pretty good and you will need a race tuner or commander to tune them to the bike.

For performance and great look I like a 2 into 1 pipe as this scavenges the exhaust best to provide the best performance. The best pipe in this area in my opinion is the Thunderheader (I have them on my CVO). They are louder than most but have the very best sound imaginable. Everyone say they sound like a Harley is supposed to sound. They also provide the best performance when tuned in right.

fatboyse2 · « **Reply #15 on:** January 16, 2006, 08:43:33 AM »

Here's a pic.

Fired00d · « **Reply #16 on:** January 16, 2006, 08:50:03 AM »

Quote

......
For performance and great look I like a 2 into 1 pipe as this scavenges the exhaust best to provide the best performance.

altugo · « **Reply #17 on:** January 16, 2006, 11:00:20 AM »

Fatboy and Firedood those 2 in 1 pipes started to grow on me. Since i also have a sportster to go around town i like this fatboy to have touring abaility if needed.So im gonna go for detachable shield and an extra sundowner seat to be able to cruise around here more confortably. 2 in 1 pipes leave a lot of room for big saddlebags and the fact that passenger pegs will be located higher than the pipe is a bonus for the passenger.I think ill go for thunders because of the noise but fatboy can you give me some more deatils about hp and torque gains of the thunderheaders.
thnx and [smiley=drink.gif]

fatboyse2 · « **Reply #18 on:** January 16, 2006, 11:07:42 AM »

I just put these pipes on with a few other upgrades see http://flhrsei.org/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?num=1133018373

I'm waiting for a 40 deg day to get a 100 miles on it to break it in just a bit, then onto the dyno [smiley=banana.gif]

Fired00d · « **Reply #19 on:** January 16, 2006, 11:23:10 AM »

altugo,
I think you will be more then happy with a 2 into 1. Get ready to set off a few car alarms.

I had some motor work done to mines (cams, headwork, pistons) when I put my V&H on (also had the competition baffle installed), and the performance and torque was really nice. If I remember correctly I was getting in the neighborhood of 75HP and 85ftlbs/Tq (on pump gas) after mods, and this was a 80ci Evo. Good luck, and don't forget to post pics when you get them modifications done.

[smiley=pumpkin.gif]
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
[smiley=fireman.gif]

SPIDERMAN · « **Reply #20 on:** January 16, 2006, 09:47:22 PM »

I bought a set for a satin black old school chopper with wishbone rigid/springer,100 inch motor, Chrome Del'orto dual throat on a long chrome manifold. Guy I was building the chop for wanted looks and the x-pipes blacked out with chrome shields and tips did it for him big time. Sometimes it's about looks and looks only and in my book, that's ok, so long as you realize it. Imagine what some of Jr's (OCC) pipe creations put out on the dyno - - - can you say negative flow exhaust system. Bottom line dude make your bike what you want it to be, ride it with pride and enjoy the lifestyle. Ain't nothin better.

AUSSIE_FLSTFSE · « **Reply #21 on:** January 17, 2006, 06:09:49 AM »

Bottom line dude make your bike what you want it to be, ride it with pride and enjoy the lifestyle. Ain't nothin better. [/quote][/b][/i]

what he said!

Cheers
Aussie

sefatboyscott · « **Reply #22 on:** January 17, 2006, 10:20:40 AM »

I have Caliber by Sampson. 4 step header pipes on my bike 97hp 107 lbs of torque. Love em!

altugo · « **Reply #23 on:** January 17, 2006, 05:48:14 PM »

Thaks a lot for all the replies.My wife got back today and i showed her the pipes.She liked the thunders. [smiley=drink.gif]

fatboyse2 · « **Reply #24 on:** January 17, 2006, 07:12:12 PM »

You'll definately notice the performance and sound of the Thunderheader. Though if your lady is riding with you she may call it a bit loud

Author Topic: Whats your suggestion about x pipes? (Read 3155 times)

SPIDERMAN