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[Hoist!]

I have run with the V&H ovals on the V&H True Duals and found them just a little too loud

Now I have the S&S SPO's (on the V&H TD's) and they are just right on noise IMHO - meaty but not too obtrusive

The low end torque seemed to take a bit of a hit but I'm getting organised to fit the 575 cams so that should restore the low end Tq

The S&S SPO's are kinda bulky - but hidden under the bags they don't look too bad from the side

Mine have the ends painted matt black which helps the view from behind

I think there's an even quieter baffle available - the ones I have fitted are straight thru but I guess the size of the muffler body helps keep the dBs down

Actually the straight thru is great because you can see puffs of dust (or leaves! - or snow!!) being stirred up behind the bike even on idle and feel the exhaust pulses against your legs when you stand back there

And of course these things are stainless and should last forever - just right for a keeper of a bike

Cheers

Dave

Thanks for your assessment on the S&S SPO's Dave. I'm leaning this way myself and the info you provided only serves to justify my choice. I'm not too crazy about the appearance either, but looks aren't everything. I appreciate your thorough review of your experience with these mufflers. Even though the bottom end might be a little off, the whole powerband is

[RedDevil]

I have run with the [highlight]V&H ovals on the V&H True Duals and found them just a little too loud[/highlight]
Now I have the S&S SPO's (on the V&H TD's) and they are just right on noise IMHO - meaty but not too obtrusive

The low end torque seemed to take a bit of a hit but I'm getting organised to fit the 575 cams so that should restore the low end Tq

The S&S SPO's are kinda bulky - but hidden under the bags they don't look too bad from the side

Mine have the ends painted matt black which helps the view from behind

I think there's an even quieter baffle available - the ones I have fitted are straight thru but I guess the size of the muffler body helps keep the dBs down

Actually the straight thru is great because you can see puffs of dust (or leaves! - or snow!!) being stirred up behind the bike even on idle and feel the exhaust pulses against your legs when you stand back there

And of course these things are stainless and should last forever - just right for a keeper of a bike

Cheers

Dave

Vance & Hines has a quiet baffle that is now available as an option for the V&H ovals.

[Ironhorse]

Vance & Hines has a quiet baffle that is now available as an option for the V&H ovals.

[VaEagle]

Hi Ironhorse,
You may want to check out the poll I started on head pipes.
I contacted both V&H and S&S and asked which way to go for a stock 103" and they both replied that I should stay with the stock headpipes vs. true duals. They stated that the stock setup would make more low and mid range torque which is what I wanted. They implied that true duals were more for looks.

[Ironhorse]

Hi Ironhorse,
You may want to check out the poll I started on head pipes.
I contacted both V&H and S&S and asked which way to go for a stock 103" and they both replied that I should stay with the stock headpipes vs. true duals. They stated that the stock setup would make more low and mid range torque which is what I wanted. They implied that true duals were more for looks.

I find that interesting since V&H sells a TD head pipe system. I know there is a loss, and it's all about looks and some heat on the leg issues. I was just wondering if there were other reasons. I still have my OEM cross over,.....just in case.

Thanks

[Hoist!]

Vance & Hines has a quiet baffle that is now available as an option for the V&H ovals.

[Ironhorse]

Allrighty then!
It looks like SPOs may be in my future.
I'm keeping the TD look, even at the expense of a few #s.
Damn, I wish I could try some SPOs!

Mark

[Hoist!]

Allrighty then!
It looks like SPOs may be in my future.
I'm keeping the TD look, even at the expense of a few #s.
Damn, I wish I could try some SPOs!

Mark

Hey Mark. Make sure you see them first. At least pictures of them. You have to like/get used to these mufflers. They're definitely different. They've grown on me and I really like them. I like being different though and don't care too much about the chrome factor. [smiley=oops.gif] These are Stainless Polished Ovals. I've always liked S&S stuff. I haven't spoken to anyone that didn't like the sound/performance of them. These, the K&N and the PCIII are all I plan on doing. The 110" should do about 85-95 HP and 105-115 TQ, which is fine for a stock touring bike.

Hope this helps your decision. I'm pretty sure I'm there now, but you never know! Take care and Have a Great Holiday! [smiley=drink.gif] Hoist!