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Message started by Dan on 08/15/05 at 18:00:54

Title: Pick a muffler
Post by Dan on 08/15/05 at 18:00:54

Alright, so as a guy new to motorcycling (after quite some time convincing my wife...) and with a stock 87, I want to make mods including rejetting, new air filter, AND a new muffler. Problem is, I don't think my wife will be really impressed if I put on a new muffler that wakes the dead, but want to improve performance. Of the options that I have seen on threads on this site, what muffler would give the least sound increase with the most performance increase?

Thanks for your help.

Title: Re: Pick a muffler
Post by Reelthing on 08/15/05 at 18:27:06

Howdy, man I'd toss a Jardine on there, get several of the cheap Champion plugs, and start throttle chop testing and reading the plug , have a look in the carb - does it have a jet needle with the 3 groves or not - it'll only wake the dead above 1/2 throttle.

Title: Re: Pick a muffler
Post by mikedasavage on 08/15/05 at 20:05:31

spend $250 and get a screaming eagle and a lancers carb LOUD and FAST. i got an iridium plug that i haven't thrown in yet

Title: Re: Pick a muffler
Post by theikeman on 08/15/05 at 23:56:40

I just installed a HD Dyna muffler on my 87, no re-jetting, already has a 155 jet, looks great, sounds quiet at idle and gives a nice deep sound when running at speed. The bike feels much stronger since I put it on. Big plus, you can get one off ebay for around $20 - 30 bucks. I just saw a "used" savage muffler go for $100, do the math ... You'll also save a couple of pounds in weight over the stock muffler. Here's a picture of mine:
http://photos.imageevent.com/cars4auction/auctions/standard1.jpg
I used the J C Whitney 7" heatshield for a smooth factory look.
Above all have fun!
Ike ;D

Title: Re: Pick a muffler
Post by Dan on 08/16/05 at 17:01:37

I like the ideal of "relatively" quiet at idle and louder upon acceleration. Anyone else use Dyna mufflers? Are they reasonably easy to install? Any specific instructions???

Title: Re: Pick a muffler
Post by Savage_Rob on 08/16/05 at 18:47:15

That's a very nice looking install. Good job.
:)

Title: Re: Pick a muffler
Post by savagethumper on 08/16/05 at 20:29:16

I had a Jardien Muffler, and it eventually gave me a headache. Blued really bad, and was pretty loud at highway speeds. Sounded great, just too loud for my taste. I have a HD Sportster muffler that I traded for, with fellow Savage owner Bobo. I like the deeper sound of the HD muffler, and the chrome is pretty high quality. Also bought a cheap shield to cover the connection. The muffler does have to be "adjusted" to make it fit properly, "fit" being the operative word.http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y111/savagethumper/newfatty2.jpg one other thing, the muffler tends to point towards the rear brake cable and blacken it with exhaust fumes. Just keep it wiped regularly, and everything will be fine.

Title: Re: Pick a muffler
Post by dannimal on 08/17/05 at 02:18:11

Hey The Jardine is the "relatively" quiet one if you want to stay in a limited price range. just dont open up the throttle like a madman when you are warming up the bike in the garage before you ride off and you'll be fine.
I got a used one for sale in THE MARKETPLACE that will fit and bolt right on your bike if you are intrested. ;D