Doc Harley puts the DEI Exhaust Modification to the test

[@robertposenato5163]

Doc, it’s great the way you explain everything so thoroughly in all of your videos.Nothing like a master mechanic.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Wow, thanks….Doc

[@The.Gauntlet]

I did this install a few weeks ago on a 2021 Tri Glide. The only thing I will add is that I used plastic clamps (like the one you use to close potato chip bags) to hold down the insulation and aluminum on the end and then along the heat shield while I was forming it. Works great.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for sharing your tip!….Doc

[@marklubecke4854]

No substitute for attention to detail, and being thorough. Thanks Doc

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I appreciate that….Doc

[@andyvanveen8750]

I installed the kit on my 2021 Road Glide Limited after your last video and it significantly reduced the heat I felt on my right leg. Great recommendation and I never would have known about this if you hadn't highlighted it in your last video. Thanks!!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

That’s the kind of result I like to see!…Doc

[@doylehenderson319]

Hey Doc!!! When I did this install on my wife's 2018 Tri Glide I used a Craftsman screw driver that has a ball end on the handle that really helped to make the material form into the shields along with some spring clamps that I use when woodworking to hold in the material place while re=installing the worm clamps. Glad DEI sent you the kit so folks can get an idea of what's involved. Hope you and the family and Low Country HD have a Very Merry Christmas!!!!!!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I appreciate your sharing your install tips and a Merry Christmas to you…Doc

[@scottlin777]

Merry Christmas Doc. Always enjoy your videos.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thank you….Doc

[@brianutter7928]

Doc, love your vids even if it’s about something I don’t plan on doing with my bike. Always some wisdom I can take from them. Thank you Sir. 👍

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for watching!…Doc

[@josephjambro5073]

I installed these on my Road Glide about 6 weeks ago. It’s probably the best $75 that I have spent on the bike. My bike has a Screaming Eagle Stage 4 131” build. It gets hot on the right side. The DEI heat shield kit has made a remarkable difference in heat. I would recommend them.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Best results posted so far👍…Doc

[@RNintheTrenches]

I like the beer difficulty rating scale! Thanks, Doc. Looking forward to the Officers thoughts.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for watching! And keep the beer on hand..Doc

[@AzzKicker-bz1cb]

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson I kinda stopped drinking beer after the Bud Light fiasco. I didn’t really drink much of it before the boycott, but I definitely am not drinking it now, I’ll opt for bourbon and coke instead!

[@branden5163]

Doc, can you show us your current bike and what you have changed on it?? That would be a cool video

[@andycurley]

I did this mod after watching your earlier video. M8 Heritage. I had to get the trace and cut kit proving once again that I learned all I need to know in kindergarten. I agree with your tips. Creating a template on the felt added a level of challenge particularly since it is not still. I got it cut out pretty well but realized I didn't keep it completely aligned and straight when I traced it onto the metal and insulation. Hardest on the skinny and bendy parts. The other challenge was figuring out the cutouts and where to put them. Had to keep adjusting. I also had a hard time figuring out the optimal width which resulted in me having to trim a lot after I got it installed. I think it would have been much less fiddly had it been a custom cut for my bike. But, if you are patient, as you say, you can do it. I did it over a couple of evenings in the dining room. I have had the insulation installed for a few weeks. Did it make a difference in the felt heat on my softail? Maybe some but not really that noticeable. I don't think I would recommend for my bike, particularly having to trace and cut. Interested to hear the report from the motor officer.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I appreciate your sharing and honesty…Doc

[@slowsmoothfast]

Enjoy all the videos. Thanks and looking forward to the motor officers input on the product.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Stay tuned!…Doc

[@SIERRA-dx9wm]

A 6-pack job, gotta love honesty Thanks Doce

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

It’s all good til the whiskey is needed…Doc

[@keonef]

I ordered and installed this kit on my ‘14 Ultra Limited right after I saw your initial video but I wasn’t able to really test it before I had to winterize it. Because the clamps were old in installed new clamps from Amazon. I’m hoping to feel a real difference come next riding season. Until then, I can’t wait to see your review in a few weeks.

[@hdbikerdave5835]

Thanks Doc. Well done Brother!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for watching…Doc

[@g4dan1]

I will be very interested in part 2. We’ve got a 20 Triglide and the heat off the cat at 95+ tends to be a bit much. Anything that helps would be appreciated. Thanks.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Stay tuned...Doc

[@JLK1978]

Okay, I am very interested. Good video and looking forward to results.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I appreciate your interest! Stay tuned for the results….Doc

[@JLK1978]

@ absolutely. Been watching your videos for years.

[@jlaw32860]

Thanks Doc, I bought the universal kit for my V&H pipes, might tackle it this weekend, I'll let you know how it goes.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

That sounds like a great project, I’m looking forward to hearing about your results!…Doc

[@ratt214]

Another great video. Thanks Doc

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I appreciate you watching…Doc

[@joeharley87]

Great video as always.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I appreciate your watching….Doc

[@fleggrat1974]

Always enjoy your content

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I appreciate that…Doc

[@Mikego55]

Great video. I was wondering if you were going to use a piece of PVC pipe to form the curve. I looked at the product after your first video and the shipping costs put me off, it was half the cost of the kit. But after a couples of “OUCH OH CRAP” I think it may be worth it. I have a 2013 Slim with a Bassani exhaust and didn’t see a preformed kit. I guess pair of snips is in order.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Yes I did….Doc

[@seandayma]

I will have to see if they have a kit for my old Evo Electra Glide.

[@kustomfxllc.switchpanels3144]

Doc, I love this idea, especially for my 2014 Tri Glide trike! One question: although this will help with the heat on the legs, will doing this re direct the heat back to the motor? And making the motor temp higher? What’s your thoughts? Thanks!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I don’t think so. 3/4 of the pipe is still open to air….Doc

[@kustomfxllc.switchpanels3144]

@ Thanks for your reply and thoughts! I have this saved in their cart and will proceed with my order. I’ll know my results in spring when the weather breaks here in PA. I’ll be looking for the follow up on this video on LEO thoughts and results on his. 👍🏻 Thanks again for the awesome videos!!

[@jaym8027]

Good question. That heat is going somewhere.

[@hotdotdog]

I installed this on my 2008 Road King Stock Exhaust. Jury is still out. That heat has to go somewhere and since it's not radiating out from the pipes it's staying in the system. I think it might be making my bike run hotter which is not a good thing in Southern California. At this point I'm not entirely sure as the system has only been on for a couple three rides.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thank you for watching and for your feedback, It is great to hear your real world experience…Doc

[@charliefromnh7631]

How about leaving the clamps in place and work the material AROUND that??

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

On a few that could work….Doc

[@mrnonpc9885]

I bet this along with the Cool Flo fan I see on the bike will definitely keep the officer comfortable. Since I installed the fan on my bike my wife never complains about the heat anymore.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Sounds like you got a winner there…Doc

[@senfar557]

Hi please update us on the police officer bike fitted with the heat shield. How did it work? is it worth the effort of putting it on? Thanks Doc.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

He said he would return to Low Country Harley-Davidson this week for an interview. But of course an officer can be busy this time of year….Doc

[@KenMann-b2p]

Can I use the Dei header wrap around the catalytic converter and had enough to go all the way back and under the bike to the crossover pipe it really works well but I can see how this kit would maybe even be a little better I have had it on for 2 years now

[@dougr3715]

I have an 06 Dyna that has exhaust covers, but my 84 Super Glide has exposed pipes. I bought it new,because it was the last model that still had aShovel Head. All the other models had the Evo.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I appreciate your sharing your love for the older bikes!…Doc

[@rickrouland5406]

Just got the kit delivered today

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I look forward to your review…Doc

[@elvismotorsports]

So you are keeping the heat in the exhaust pipe. Great. Is there any problems that can develop if it's so much hotter in the pipe?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Not that I thought of…Doc

[@BT-ih6kr]

from a quick google search it may be beneficial "Keeping the exhaust temperatures high keeps the velocity high, and this improves exhaust scavenging."

[@wolfgangnapiletzki8480]

Hi Doc, thank you for this video. Don't you think it might help to use some small trpes of double sided adhesive tape to fix the aluminium with the isolation material before assembling? And, we were discussing the DEI equipment. Does this isolation have an influence on the exhaust temperature / lambda sensor / engine control unit? What do you think? Regards from Austria Wolfgang

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Interesting view points….Doc

[@shawnharper3440]

This is cool Doc. Do they make a kit for the Heritage 114🙏🏻 as always great info.👍🇺🇸

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I believe so. Give them a look on their web sight….Doc

[@tommorgan539]

I have Vance n Hines shorties with wrap on them. We'll it's time for new wrap after my Grandson noticed it was coming apart and he helped it. There are no heat shields just wrap. With a little bailing wire could I form the DEI kit around my pipes then wrap? Removing tie wire as I wrap. Or do you think it would help with insulation under wrap

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

That is an interesting idea. The Builders Kit might could work….Doc

[@MotoNorseman]

DEI is exhausting.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

That made my day😬….Doc

[@Jim_Berry]

DEI is Design Engineering Inc. Doc, can you make a follow up video on the effectiveness after the officer has a chance to test it?

[@bradboustead1682]

He said he is going to talk to the officer in about 2 wks.

[@The.Gauntlet]

BTW…It DOES NOT rattle. It is sandwiched tightly between the heat shield and the pipe.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

If you re tighten after 50 miles

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

I found a great way to keep the area where the catalyst is nice and cool. Drill it out. On a serious note.. about the clamps .. DEF TAKE PICS IF U DONT INSTALL HEAT SHIELDS ALL THE TIME. I had a kromewerks heat shield take a dump in the form of a couple welds leaving the chat. KW sent out a new set immediately but the clamps 🗜️ weren’t on there. Had to buy new ones from Menards. The old ones were worn out and a coupe broke coming off. They say don’t ride in the winter bc of the salt . They not kidding bc those clamps got rusty and crappy. Rest of the bike fine 😂.. anyway …. Had to take those shields off 3 times bc I couldn’t get the clamps To feed in from having on the wrong way .. no good access if on the wrong way. Would have saved 30 mins of time I coulda been RIDING if not having to redo a coupe times. *yea using a hooked pick works well to pull the clamps thru

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for sharing your experiences….Doc

[@tamayo991]

Oops...I saw DEI and thought you had a video of your DEI employees leaving the building.

[@positivelynegative9149]

Ironically, Harley corporate is into that stuff.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

😆….Doc

[@Group_Anonymous]

Design Engineering Inc. Drive Empower Inspire. Develop Engage Innovate. Discover Enhance Integrate Dedicated Educated Individuals …… yet the monkey brain can’t comprehend 😢🐵

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

😂

[@garryeuler9173]

Very well explained video Doc....That officer has some non police goodies on that great looking police bike!!!!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Yes they do….Doc

[@craigkemmerzell5741]

This should help out our brother and sisters down south I run a oil kooler and Love Jugs mity mites 😊

[@mrbigg7255]

Gonna check the website out

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Tell them Doc sent you😆…..Doc

[@brucem8129]

I put their heat shields on my Pan America. Very high quality.

[@jaycannon3295]

Where does the heat go?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Out the end of the pipe….Doc

[@Mikego55]

Exhaust heaven.

[@richardschaffling9882]

Good video thanks

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I appreciate you watching!…Doc

[@talkingrock7011]

Department bike is a looker I hope it works for heat distribution for the rider

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I’m hoping it helps out the rider as well!

[@fredbancroft6436]

Thats craziness

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

That’s a possible solution….Doc

[@shameless5868]

All I would accomplish with this kit is seeing how far a heat shield can fly

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

😆…..Doc

[@STIFFRIDES]

What’s up Doc👊🏻

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

You watching 👍…..Doc

[@timothyweiss619]

Here's a tip, why don't you just bend / form it by pressing it over the exposed pipe. Since you can see where the clamp's were it should be easy to line it up correctly, then just form it. Thanks

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for the idea. That would work best with the pipes off the bike…Doc

[@gregrose6915]

That looks like a freakin' state. Something to make you swear and throw it back in the corner. lol

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

😆….Doc

[@John-cn1jh]

12:19 Hey doc does that push the heat right back to the motorcycle12:19

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

You know people have been commenting on the ill effects of more heat in the pipe. I’m confused because all this is doing is shielding a small area from your body parts. There is 3/4 of the pipe still open. ….Doc

[@maxheadflow]

If I had a company called DEI, I'd change the name.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Wow! It has been ages since I have seen a Maxheadflow…..Doc

[@Redneckmedic01292]

Cops would never lie😂

[@Bikerbug2020]

Okay, that looks fiddly and cheap are they asking more than 20 bucks for it?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

No. Where have you been living? Under a rock? Nothing is under $20 for a Harley-Davidson 😆….Doc

[@Rocksworld58]

Nice info, your camera guy is asleep or far sighted not sure.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

😆….Doc

[@darthdurkelthewise320]

Ha, poorly timed title for a Harley vid. Love Doc though! Too funny 😂

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thank you for watching and commenting, I appreciate your support.Doc

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

That company prob gonna want to think about a name change. Oh! Put it on a cop motor. Good spot for a DEI part 😂

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Humor is not your full time job I hope…Doc

[@MrNetnut]

Get Rid Of CAT ! Thanks Doc/;-)))

[@kurtengel6029]

Nah put a set of straight pipes on for the cop

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

🤦‍♂️….Doc

[@jerrym2321]

Or, just get rid of the cat altogether. Love my Fulsac head pipe.

[@theblastermaster5590]

DEI? Might want to change that name. Try searching for DEI and see what you get LOL.

[@Manonymous108]

Diversity Equity and Inclusion Exhaust? Didn't the Harley tent at Sturgis suffer the wrath of DEI haters?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I believe you need to work on your comedy act…..Doc

[@Manonymous108]

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Sorry, not my fault, the DEI thing has been burned into my brain from all the recent flak HD got. Thanks for the video, good idea for all those bikes running a cat.