Is full exhaust better than slip on?

A well-designed and tested full exhaust system can provide increased performance, power and speed. A set of slip-on mufflers is much less expensive than a full exhaust, and offers a change in sound and exhaust flow, as well as appearance, but not necessarily much change in performance. A full exhaust system requires much more skill (or cost if you are paying a shop to do the install) and effort to install, whereas a set of slip on mufflers can be installed easily using common hand tools.

Do I have to tune a motorcycle for an aftermarket exhaust?

Adjusting your tuning when changing out your exhaust system is good practice, as it ensures a fast and responsive motorcycle. With modern, fuel-injected motorcycles, ECU tuners for Harleys make tuning your motorcycle a breeze. They plug in to your stock wiring harness and connect to a smartphone for on-the-go tuning for maximum horsepower and top speed! For carbureted bikes, changing the carburetor jets to add or remove fuel from the throttle range allows precise tuning for optimium performance.

Do I need a muffler / resonator on my exhaust?

Removing your muffler (aka resonator) will change the tuning of your motorcycle, as the back pressure ties into the performance of the engine. Typically, vehicles will run just fine without a muffler, though you may be in violation of local noise ordinances, as it makes your motorcycle MUCH louder. Running straight exhaust pipes (no muffler) on motorcycles is pretty common practice. A universal baffle can be easily installed in a straight pipe to help reduce the sound, though it will not be as quiet as with a muffler.

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Colony #3283-6 Muffler Stud Mounting Kit 1959 - 1970 Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH OEM# 65330-59
1 review $17.60

Gasbox Exhaust Clamp 4 Piece Set 1947 - 1957 Harley-Davidson Panhead - Parkerized OEM # 47-57 CL HDW
$49.95

Gasbox Exhaust Port Clamps 1950 - 1965 Harley-Davidson Panhead - Stainless Steel OEM # 65519-48 HDW
5 reviews $28.50

Gasbox Exhaust Port Clamps 1948-1965 Harley-Davidson Big Twin Models - Stainless Steel OEM # 65519-48
$20.00

Gasbox Shorty Exhaust Muffler 1958-1961 Harley-Davidson Sportster Models - Chrome OEM # 65230-58
2 reviews $99.00

Gasbox Rocket Tip Muffler 1941-1949 Harley-Davidson Knuckleheads and 74 and 80 ci Flathead Models - Bare Steel OEM # 65251-41
1 review $150.00

Gasbox Exhaust Pipe Set 1958-1964 Harley-Davidson Swingarm Panhead FL FLH 74 ci - Bare Steel
1 review $239.95

Gasbox Exhaust Pipe Set 1966-1969 Harley-Davidson Generator Shovelhead FL FLH 74 ci - Bare Steel
$225.00

Colony #2216-18 Exhaust System Mounting Bolt Kit 1932 - 1973 Harley-Davidson 45's — Colony #2216-18 Exhaust System Mounting Bolt Kit 1932-1973 Harley-Davidson 45's - Parkerized
2 reviews $21.12

British Standard Superior Ram's Horn High Level Exhaust for Triumph Pre-Unit UK Made
7 reviews $338.73

Colony #2577-1 Boot Guard 1936-Up Harley-Davidson Knucklehead/Flathead - Chrome Plated
$99.00

Colony #2943-1 Boot Guard 1936-Up Harley-Davidson Knucklehead/Flathead - Black Powder Coated
$95.70

Colony #2719-22 Exhaust System Mounting Bolt Kit 1941-1957 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead/Panhead - Chrome Plated
$27.72

Lowbrow Customs Smooth Heat Shield - 6 inch
10 reviews $49.99

British Standard T120C Style Exhaust Pipes for Triumph Bonneville 650 Unit or Pre-Unit - Chrome
10 reviews $229.34

British Standard Triumph TT Style Exhaust Pipes
9 reviews $323.99

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