Harley Tech Tips - To Do BEFORE Changing Exhaust

[@bigm383]

It’s incredible that keeping the engine temperature in the correct range gains so much power. Thanks for the video!

[@DKCustomProducts]

Thank you for the comment, and glad you found the video useful. 👍😎👍 Yeah, it is crazy. Here is a video that you may find interesting...surprised us big time on the dyno. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4Hbe2uGq8iJqsU

[@bigm383]

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[@georgewetzel4380]

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[@kenster007]

You guys are right on. Dig your channel, keep it up.

[@DKCustomProducts]

Thank you! Glad you are liking the videos!!!! Thank you for commenting!

[@jamieelder7438]

EPA needs to ease up on recreational vehicles like motorcycle and boats

[@DKCustomProducts]

Yeah, but that is not the direction they are headed...CARB is leading the charge, and the EPA is following.

[@WDStock_man]

I just installed a Sharkroad 2-1 exhaust on my Road Glide. I noticed the change in power in the lower gears 1-4. Even above when i installed the hi flow air filter which increased the performance significantly. The air filter increased performance. But those pipes literally woke my bike up. Its a differe t ride than the bike i rode off from the Harley dealership.

[@DKCustomProducts]

I am glad that you are enjoying the benefits of having an open exhaust and Hi Flow Air Cleaner. Thank you for sharing and for commenting! MB

[@Jimmy_Jim_Jim_1234]

I used an FP3 for my 2010 Soperglide C. Was like a new bike, and so easy to do.

[@DKCustomProducts]

Yes, many folks like the FP3 (now superseded by the FP4). Having a good tune on the 2007 and later Twin Cams & Sportys makes a significant improvement. 👍😎👍

[@Jimmy_Jim_Jim_1234]

@@DKCustomProducts HUGE. And cooler feeling on the ol' legs to. I got the side mount oil cooler from you and that helps as well.

[@DKCustomProducts]

@@Jimmy_Jim_Jim_1234 Yes, less radiated heat is a good thing. 👍 Thanks for the comments, and we appreciate your business! 👍

[@blg020]

I love your comments about the get back whip. It looks dumb and dangerous for the rider if it gets caught somewhere you wouldn't want it to. Plus its a good way to get charged with something especially with all the dash cams out there now.

[@DKCustomProducts]

Glad you like the humor in the comment about the get back whips! Thank you for commenting! 😎 MB

[@jmaxx73]

Handcuffed by the Harley warranty as well. I was told the EBS would void my warranty.

[@DKCustomProducts]

The only things the HD warranty current voids is using a tuner, towing a trailer, or doing a mod that causes one of their parts to break. Look at how the FTC has cracked down on their illegal warranty practices in this video- kzbin.info/www/bejne/g160laqhj5iSiLM You can also do what so many of us do...ignore the HD warranty and get a real Warranty. Here is a video on them- kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqLOqZSdYrhkl5o

[@rykerolaoghaire8781]

Always appreciate your advice 🙏

[@DKCustomProducts]

Thanks Ryker! 👍😎👍

[@JohnnyRebKy]

Put big radius pipes on my 2016 softail with 103 high output. I immediately noticed I lost bottom end low rpm power. It used to have an instant hit of stump pulling power at low rpm. My engine braking is quite a bit less now too. I kept the stock 103HO breather but have a KN filter. Will a tune get that torque hit back ?? I wasn’t worried about gaining any power….but I didn’t expect to lose power.

[@DKCustomProducts]

Yes, the TTI's will bring back and improve your low - mid range torque. You can see a report on how to choose the correct size TTI for you at this link - www.dkcustomproducts.com/choosing-the-right-size-thunder-torque-inserts.htm You can see a written report on Exhaust at this link that you may find useful/interesting - www.dkcustomproducts.com/harley-exhaust-myths-and-facts.htm You can see the TTI's at this link - www.dkcustomproducts.com/thunder-torque-inserts-c57-346.htm I am sure you could get the power back with a tune as well, but if you aren't looking for more power, just to get that low- mid range torque back, the TTI's would be a much cheaper option than a tune. You may also look at the IED fuel enrichment device that we offer. You can see a video on them at this link - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYDIe2mDrcSgh9E You can see more about the IED products at this link - www.dkcustomproducts.com/xied-vied-fuel-management-c121.htm Please feel free to reach out with any questions; [e-mail] 662-252-8828 Thank you for commenting! 👍 MB

[@timdavidson2]

You guys are very knowledgable. 🧠

[@DKCustomProducts]

Thanks, glad you are finding the videos useful/interesting. 👍😎👍

[@robbaar7035]

For taller riders Tallboy floorboard relocation kit is a great comfort add on. They're kind of pricey but well worth it.

[@DKCustomProducts]

Yes, those are expensive. Most folks find that spending 1/4 the price and using the Relocation Kit at the following link will give them all the extra room they want. www.dkcustomproducts.com/footpeg-mounting-hardware-c117-329.htm Thanks for the add. 👍😎👍

[@FXFBS540]

Wish HD offered Tall Boy options for more models. Whiplash Speed Co hooked me up though. Awesome seat.

[@DAVEDOCANDERSON]

Following your video's and doing all the mods so far for my 2009 Triglide has definitely made my decision to keep it instead of buying a new one 👍

[@DKCustomProducts]

Thanks, glad you are finding the videos useful. We appreciate your business, and glad you are liking the parts. Wishing you many miles of smiles on your Tri Glide. 👍😎👍

[@brandonmacon3317]

Someone's talking about a TRI glide finally. Check out my channel and give my 2009 ultra classic trike a look 👍🤘

[@rogerkennedy8849]

Thanks for the info always a great video

[@DKCustomProducts]

Thank you for the comment, glad you are finding the videos useful/interesting. 👍😎👍

[@jackklarich7045]

Good show. Make a plan, be sure you have the right tools, follow recommended torque values. My number 1 is I always disconnect the battery or pull the main fuse, I hate surprises and electrical fires

[@DKCustomProducts]

Hi Jack! Great advice, thank you for the add to the video comments. 👍😎👍

[@timbrown5896]

Thanks for your help

[@DKCustomProducts]

👍 Great to hear you are finding the videos useful/helpful. 👍

[@Frenchy5117]

Question regarding exhaust, can a header pipe be welded on the bike, I have a 15 road king with the Vance and hines power duals header, I found a crack on the back of the x pipe, thank you

[@jimmyjohnson1452]

Yes Disconnect battery first and put welder ground on exhaust. That way there is no chance of cooking electrical system.

[@Frenchy5117]

@@jimmyjohnson1452 by disconnecting the battery should keep it from frying anything, any other precautions I should take and thank you

[@jimmyjohnson1452]

@@Frenchy5117 Disconnect battery and ground welder to exhaust. That's it.

[@Frenchy5117]

@@jimmyjohnson1452 thank you, ill keep you posted, love the videos

[@t.s.racing]

Hear me out, I'm not being confrontational or claiming to be a know it all. I'd remove the header, get a set of Screaming Eagle gaskets at any dealer for about $10. Part # 17048-98. Or as stated before, disconnect battery, ground thru header, but I'd also unplug the regulator, the ignition control module, and the TSM or TSSM, just to be safe. It doesn't cost anything but 15 minutes of your time. Again, just my humble opinion.

[@henryecheverria9134]

I have a 2023 Road Glide Anniversary Edition - is the air cleaner that comes on it considered "free-flowing"?

[@DKCustomProducts]

The ventilator Air Cleaner on your 2023 RG is pretty free flowing, but your bike is breathing into your Air Cleaner which is feeding hot oily oxygen depleted air back into your intake. If you add an external breather system your Air Cleaner will flow better and you will see a 8-15° drop in temps after installing an EBS. You can hear more about EBS at this link - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJPRemWMbKZlmZI Here is a written report on the EBS - www.dkcustomproducts.com/overview-of-external-breather-systems-ebs.htm Here is a video on how to choose the correct EBS - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmbNdo2gjZt3ntk Here is a written report on How to Choose the Correct EBS - www.dkcustomproducts.com/getting-the-right-external-breather-systems-ebs-for-your-bike.htm Please feel free to reach out with any questions; [e-mail] 662-252-8828 Thank you for commenting!😎 MB

[@henryecheverria9134]

@@DKCustomProducts been tracking you for the last week and like everyone else on the comments, grateful for the knowledge you share. i will be running full tab performance with your EBS with no tune. Hope to see favorable exhaust sound results. ordering EBS now.

[@DKCustomProducts]

Awesome! I am sure you will be happy with the benefits of having the EBS installed. Always feel free to reach out with questions; [e-mail] 662-252-8828 Thank you for your business and for commenting! 😎 MB

[@morrisdennis]

U guys give excellent hd advice 👏 👍

[@DKCustomProducts]

Thank you for the comment. Glad you are finding the videos useful. 👍

[@jamescollins5073]

Welp nice video of course, but my comfort triangle on my 21 bob 114, is a set of forward controls, along with a Saddleman profiler seat, and some breakout drag bars. But for the stock exhaust, I just ordered some of your 258 TTI's, which should be good enough until i decide on another exhaust.

[@DKCustomProducts]

Very nice! Sounds like you are well on your way to making it your own! Thanks for your business, we appreciate it. I believe you are going to be well pleased with the 258's in performance increase, and hopefully the sound. 👍

[@mhightower8379]

I hshe a 2021 m8 107. now that I have installed the 587 intake do I need to retune

[@DKCustomProducts]

You do not need a new tune for your 2021 M8. The M8's do run great from the factory, and still run great after upgrading to a free flowing exhaust and High Flow Air Cleaner. Getting an after market tune would maximize the performance, but is not necessary. You can see a written report we've done at this link - www.dkcustomproducts.com/milwaukee-eight-dyno-charts-other-interesting-info-dk-m8-rpt.htm You can see a video on the subject at this link - kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpPCZmqQlK6jo9U Thank you for commenting! 👍😎👍 MB

[@MotoPLX]

I enjoy your content, have ordered from you, planning to order my xmas present soon. Where are the girls from you thumbnails :)

[@DKCustomProducts]

Thank you, glad you are liking the videos! We appreciate your business and hope you are enjoying the benefits of the parts you've gotten. I dunno where Dwayne keeps those girls he puts in the videos! 😀

[@Sid_Mowe]

I'm interested in getting the Vance and Hines Short Shorts for my 2020 Low Rider S. I want a simple easy to install and easy to use tuner. What is your opinion on the Vance and Hines Fuelpak and which is better the FP3 or FP4 for the M8? I had an FP3 for a twin cam and it worked well but I've heard mixed reviews on the FP4. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[@DKCustomProducts]

You can email our customer service at [e-mail] or call at 662-252-8828 and they will help you with all your questions and help you choose the right tuner for you! Thanks for commenting

[@samchisolm8713]

Well done.

[@DKCustomProducts]

Thank you! 👍😎👍

[@WDStock_man]

Tuning is next!

[@DKCustomProducts]

I hope you enjoy your bike with the tune even more. Thank you for commenting! MB

[@jamessturtz728]

Nailed it!

[@DKCustomProducts]

Thank you for the comment. 👍😎👍

[@williamdavis4511]

Clean throttle body, clean air filter, change plugs,oils, tighten and adjust stuff,, rock and roll...

[@DKCustomProducts]

Thank you for your add. 👍

[@cliffordperanio9929]

Thants for the info

[@DKCustomProducts]

Thanks for the comment, and good to hear you are finding the videos useful/interesting. 👍😎👍

[@FXFBS540]

Just got a power vision and Bassani RR3 for my M8. Been debating on the external breather. Is Trasks CheckM8 enough or should I vent the breather bolts as well.

[@DKCustomProducts]

Sounds like you're getting your M8 setup nicely. 👍 Only an External Breather System, like seen in the link below, completely eliminate all hot, oily, oxygen depleted air from going into the combustion chambers. www.dkcustomproducts.com/breather-systems-c21.htm Vented dipsticks and transmission cover vents do NOT take the place of the breathers. There is still hot, oily, oxygen depleted air being fed into the intake. The folks that sell vented dipsticks and trans cover vents, have it right in their product description that they do not prevent all that crap from going into your intake. Here is a copy and paste from the Trask website- "This will reduce the oil exiting from the head breathers..." IF you have an older M8, with the older oil pump and you are concerned about sumping...OR, IF you have a built engine with higher compression, then it may be beneficial to do an EBS And a vented dipstick or trans cover vent.

[@richardmatos5267]

Do I need a tuner for my 2021 tri-glide if I get a better intake?

[@DKCustomProducts]

You do not. Here is a video you may find interesting/useful- kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpPCZmqQlK6jo9U&t Here is a written report with some great info- www.dkcustomproducts.com/milwaukee-eight-dyno-charts-other-interesting-info-dk-m8-rpt.htm Will it run a little better with a tune? Yes. However, it is not dangerously lean with the OEM tune. The link above shows the BIG improvement with an Outlaw Air Cleaner, and the relatively small improvement with a tune.

[@williamticker7724]

Loud pipes saves lives

[@DKCustomProducts]

They can definitely be an effective tool...plus, to many of us, they sound great!

[@bachelorsuite7066]

😂 that's why I always point my pipes forward because that's where all the danger is

[@AtHomewithTomandRhonda]

What is your opinion on the Tab / Zombies? Would they sound good on a 22 Tri Glide Ultra?

[@FFL-vg9ro]

If you have seen these TABs, they are just a solid metal pipe inside a chrome can. Essentially just a very expensive straight pipe. Probably OK with the stock head pipes and catalytic converter, but may be difficult to tune with open headers without the Thunder torque inserts.

[@DKCustomProducts]

Everyone's ear is different on what sounds good. Here is a video where we talk about how to choose the right exhaust for your bike the first time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmebYpeiZ72SnJY

[@morrisdennis]

Stage 1 1st

[@DKCustomProducts]

Yep, gotta lay a great foundation to build upon. We have a video on that subject here- kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXyYqWaimLapgLc

[@666rebel_81]

Do you think I should wait for the first 1k service and then add 2 to 1 exhaust to my 117 M8 or I can do it now it has 179 miles on it.

[@DKCustomProducts]

You can do it now but with a brand new bike, it is a good practice to accumulate a few hundred miles to see if any potential warranty work will be needed. Issues often present themselves in the first few hundred miles. My recommendation would be to get thru the first service before wrenching on the bike that way they can't blame any loose fasteners, potential issues, etc on the installation of new parts. Thanks for commenting! 👍😎👍

[@sbirk2714]

Upgrading the lights should be first . Better to be seen

[@DKCustomProducts]

Yes, to see and to be seen is very important. This video is only things to do before changing your exhaust! Here is a video that you may find useful for the see and be seen concept - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJ2ahZ-Ci5qkqKs Thanks for commenting!

[@chrisburch9513]

Rider triangle before exhaust always ;)

[@DKCustomProducts]

Yes, agreed. Everyone is different. Myself, on a touring model, I can't ride 30 minutes with the stock bars without my left shoulder starting to hurt. So that is one of the first things I do.

[@elsushibandit5389]

I love these videos, but one question I had an intake on my 19 sportster but ran the tuna can from a 90s and I'm a year rounder, rain or shine, I just traded for an RG 107 im worried about rain getting into the aftermarket filter, how can I replace the box with something other than an elbow? Most rain socks I've seen were for the elbow

[@DKCustomProducts]

Glad you are liking the videos. 👍 We have many air cleaners for your M8 RG that do not need a rain sock, but are good hiflow performance air cleaners. You can see them at the following link. Also at that link are air cleaners that do use a rain sock, that are not forward facing (elbow). Always feel free to call or email us with any questions. www.dkcustomproducts.com/air-cleaner-intake-c10-363.htm [e-mail] 662-252-8828

[@radricster]

You guys forgot the addition of a rear seat dressing like you feature in your thumbnail. However, if you get one of those, you won't have any cash left for bike parts.😁

[@brandonmacon3317]

I remember a time fellas rode just for that reason.... To pick up chix 🤘

[@DKCustomProducts]

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[@morrisdennis]

I pay attention when u guys speak up.😮

[@DKCustomProducts]

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[@bullast2046]

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[@DKCustomProducts]

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[@bullast2046]

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[@DKCustomProducts]

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[@DKCustomProducts]

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[@petebrandstrom1038]

Safety mod’s. Then the rest follow.

[@DKCustomProducts]

Really good point! Thanks for the add. 👍😎👍

[@mixalis6168]

Sorry to disagree! Exhaust plus tuner, plus filter !!! Boom ~ Comfort triangle comes as you ride..

[@DKCustomProducts]

Nothing to be sorry about. Everyone has different priorities. Thanks for your comment! 👍😎👍

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