Harley-Davidson V-Rod SUPER INTAKE!!!

Review of the Moto Hooligan V-Rod Super Air Intake!

[@ruger45hollowpoint]

What became of the sensor that plugs into front of stock box?

[@arlanwade3268]

I cut & trimmed the stock lower airbox flush with the filter which not only gave me easy access to the battery & front plug; but I got to keep the velocity stacks (your meager power gain might have to do with their elimination). I noticed a significant bump in power with the airbox mod & S.E. filter. NGK Iridium plugs & hotter coils also seemed to bump the power a bit. Tab Performance slipons w/o baffles gave a better sound but no noticeable power increase (but probably will with a good dynotune). By bypassing the valve cover vents from intake into a Catch Can ($15.00 ebay item but needed extra hardware to install) made a HUGE difference! Definite power increase from mid-high rpm and runs much smoother now. I solved the hassle of those 10 side cover screws by replacing the airbox cover nuts with 1/4 inch brass colars (Ace hardware) & quick release pins (ebay) to replace the screws. I can now get to the front plug in less than 2 minutes.

[@berryvanhout5852]

I like to see your mods with the oil catchcan en screws. Maybe with part numbers 🙏

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[@user-lv7nk4ph3e]

We have the same exact bike color n all it has a stage 2 already installed n cams when we purchased it from a Dr. I rode a stock one to compare it to. And this things a freaking monster. Outran a Suzuki Habusa with it no problem in a qrt mile race in Tulsa at raceway. If you’re doing the 1:01 stage two you’re gonna be amazed. I think I’ll do the fancy intake you done love the look. We have factory leather saddle bags n windshield. Great bike we love it. When we go on rides with friends they hate it cause it’s the leader of the pack lol. I don’t hot rod it around hey it’s there lol. Love your videos. Lookin forward the my500.00 holigan. lol.

[@dumhed100]

Great video. I have an 04 that has lots of work done to it. Dynoed at 133hp, you just convinced me to spend a little more and get that extra 2HP. 👍

[@aarontata-henry2961]

Proven fact that is how it works, removing that top box alone can provide the bike with more hp after tune

[@TorqueandPower]

It definitely does and key words are after the “tune.” 😎

[@gregwilliams1802]

How about telling about the bike overall improvement with the exhaust PowerVision and air cleaner change’s that would be awesome

[@chuckwiderstrom8994]

nice garage and bikes

[@TorqueandPower]

Thanks!

[@johndoe-ct7eb]

Where in Illinois. I'm in Bloomington and have a 2011 same colors as yours. Love my bike of almost 2 years as well.

[@rodney9886]

Did not see that "I hate you" coming lmao

[@TorqueandPower]

👍🏼

[@mikefarmer2121]

Dude, been considering this for yrs! #1 KEY FACTOR to ME is the eaze of getting at everything so easily, had 03 VRSCA 12 yrs, how many hours removing/installing lower plate for battery or to run some wires! thats worth $500 to me. 05 Road Rod bike is going to welding surgery tomorrow, so good time to do it, I sold it to Myself!!! Still want a SC!!! nice video

[@TorqueandPower]

Super easy install and no more leaky oil from the notorious front hose!

[@scottireland3914]

Excellent video, keep up the good work! Thanks.

[@SurviveTheDay]

Beautiful garage. Love all the gear you’ve got to pick from each time you plan to head out.

[@MrPAULONEAL]

I am looking at a used 2009 Night Rod Special.

[@ericx7476]

I’ve wanted a vrod since 2002, I was 12 years old! I’ve only ridden Yamaha cruisers & stuck with them, i prefer them over any other cruisers, but I really want a vrod & this intake makes me want to really buy one now😮

[@steveeaster625]

Thanks man for a top video. I agree that intake is a work of art and worth the investment. I think the engine breaths better. Enjoy your winter 😎👍

[@jamessouthworth1699]

They fit a five gallon tank under there? Wow that's way more than I would have thought. Good on them for getting that right. I once had a 535 Virago and the underseat tank was tiny compared to other motorcycles of that displacement with a traditional tank.

[@TorqueandPower]

The original had 3 gallon then they raised it to 5 gallons. Gives you plenty of range.

[@charlieryan1736]

Glad I found your channel just subscribed ,congratulations on owning that Gorgeous VRod 🇺🇸👌🏻 does that intake setup require a tune? I have a 13 muscle with the stock setup only mod I got was a set of Vance & Hines slip on’s.

[@TorqueandPower]

Yes sir a tune is important. V-Rod runs lean from the factory. You will notice issues without a tune. My powervision tuned it well after several tuning sessions on the road. Runs great now! You have baffles in the slip ons?

[@charlieryan1736]

@@TorqueandPower I have the same slip on’s as your bike with the baffles still in them I think it sounds awesome definitely has lots of deceleration pops but it doesn’t bother me just wondered if it was bad for the bike? Most tell me it’s not a big deal . Thanks for the quick reply

[@ixibladeixi2639]

Tuner is required to get the full performance. I had Toxic exhaust no buffles with Powervision and it was great! Now that I have the intake and had it retuned, it feels even more powerful.

[@TorqueandPower]

@@ixibladeixi2639 that is awesome to know thanks! Ever dyno it for numbers?

[@olivierred007007]

@@TorqueandPower Awesome channel and awesome bike! Was it complicated to get it tuned in correctly after you installed the new airbox? I have the same setup with a couple custom mods but I was curious about the power vision tuner- did you download specific maps for it? Anyhow- I’m new to tuning and will probably watch a few vids on the power vision.

[@customconnections2425]

Hey just to add, if you want to hear that intake growl, (if it even sounds different?🤷🏽‍♂️) you’ve got to give it a good quick wot twist and make the engine catch up, and immediately let out. Not saying let it hang at 9200 at all, just give us a good idle blip so some resonance if any can be experienced! Wondering how the difference would sound between the stock to the mod… Nice bike tho man, definitely a fine HD. IMO, perfect power cruiser, dependable and very very powerful out the box. (Sold the 2003 😞)

[@TorqueandPower]

It’s much louder the intake noise than stock for sure! Sounds great!!

[@ixibladeixi2639]

Great Intake!

[@TorqueandPower]

Has a great intake sound!

[@BGMRC1973]

Hey man, great looking Muscle. Your info on OUR color scheme is off tho. I have the Exact muscle colors the white n denim and it's a 2013 model. Anyway it's the best bike I have ever been able to ride for sure. The RPMs is almost sports bike like. Lil over 9thousand for the Red line....On a Harley???? My Co riders are In 3rd Goin to 4th gear while I'm still in 2nd crushing them. It's truly an amazing bike! And everyone luvs the Rear tire size. Always

[@jimwatts4901]

Sounds fam cool to me !! 😁👍

[@suix111111]

I run topless have same slip ons, intake noise is louder with less whistle noise soun ds more like a harley now. Will keep air box cover of permanently.

[@TorqueandPower]

Runs strong with that set up!

[@suix111111]

@@TorqueandPower breaths better. They starve the v rods with that cover

[@Rjames1989]

How do you feel about the radiator cap facing right towards your legs if the bike was to overheat and spill out Coolant not sure why Harley engineered it to face towards a riders legs I am considering buying a V rod muscle love the channel and details that you give on the V rod

[@TorqueandPower]

Never bothered or thought about it ha. But the seat would block it easy plus when you see the reservoir it’s good size and only 1/3 full to hit the top mark. You can’t go wrong with the muscle it’s my favorite Harley so far!

[@ronbailey8370]

It's worth it, just to get rid of the oil leak. I'm getting it. Peace..

[@TorqueandPower]

Boom! 👍🏼

[@RaymondAnselmi]

What do you do with the temperature wiring plug connector when you add a super intake?

[@jimcockburn4652]

Great bike.......no......... THE BEST HARLEY DAVIDSON EVER !

[@TorqueandPower]

Yes!!!

[@williamboykin9521]

are you going to do a vid on the stage2 kit

[@partyboy0319]

If I get this super intake. You no longer need the original breather tubes that always tend to leak. They don't even make them anymore.

[@DiQu40]

WHERES THE VIDEO FOR THE INSTALL… IS THAT A TUNER ON THE HANDLEBARS

[@domenicofoglia7021]

Hi there Is it possible to install a Monster Sucker maybe Arlen Ness on a VRod?

[@itoldyou27]

Looks exactly like my vrod.

[@przemek31982]

What happened to new videos? One year later and nothing..... need more v rod content, please

[@pauloCosteira]

what is the name of the engine white protector?

[@MrPAULONEAL]

How does it compare with the Sportster S?

[@hdVRODridersCH]

Harley-Davidson V-Rods are very exciting! The V-rod engine is a works racer machine for the start dash, and a Porsche for high rotation!! The V-rod engine is a direct descendant of the works machine VR1000!!! It's a great motorcycle👍☆彡

[@michaelberns2850]

Sounds nice you have an address for the air cleaner

[@rickvasquez9624]

Does K&N make a filter for this VRod?

[@gregwilliams1802]

What brand model number is the new battery

[@williamgriffith5813]

Hi Sir hope your well. Just wanted to reach out to you and see if you know anything about how to change the hand controls basically the grips on the v- rods. I bought a 2013 Harley V-Rid that looks just like yours I mean exactly. By the way your bike looks great. I got my bike a month ago and wanted to do some upgrades. All I have done so far is new foot pegs but wanted to change the grips but I’m not sure how to do by myself with that twist knob cruise control. Do you have any advice or videos on how to change. I would much appreciate it thanks.

[@noregertsyamsayin8011]

Awesome video. I've been debating all day on the motohooligan intake. My bike is a 2012 Night Rod Special with akrapovic 2-1 and dynojet power vision. Do you think it would be more than 2 horsepower with the 2-1 exhaust? Can't wait to see your bike after cams. You'll probably convince me on that too.

[@armysgt2029]

I bought an 09 Night rod special and have been looking for a better air intake.

[@TorqueandPower]

It’s great but expensive. I’m a fan!

[@scottireland3914]

Excellent, thanks.

[@CentralFloridaStreetCars]

That comp orange cobra tho

[@ke604]

I know you are probably not thinking about mileage on a V-Rod but I'm curious if you noticed that 5 gallon tank getting you farther with the new intake and tune combined. Thanks for the videos you have done and are doing with your V-Rod.

[@TorqueandPower]

I’d actually say it is about the same gas mileage wise but it is tough not to be heavy on the throttle with the V-Rod!

[@salvatorericcio2303]

I have a 2014 muscle when I get on it I get 25 miles a gallon cruising around probably 30 to 35

[@Dying2Live220]

I have a 2015 VRod Muscle. Love it, that's how I found your channel. I have a couple riding videos. Feel free to check them out. Subscribed.

[@TorqueandPower]

Nice choice in a motorcycle! My favorite ride!

[@hals5793]

You do not have to pull the engine to put cams in. It is done with the engine in the motorcycle. You just loosen the center front mount bolt to lower engine enough.

[@TorqueandPower]

I’m changing out the springs as well in the heads so motor will be coming out. Can’t wait to see how it behaves after!

[@gregwilliams1802]

Hey so you not using any new fuel mapping system doesn’t the slip on sand intake lean out you bike it’s so lean to begin with?

[@TorqueandPower]

Yes for sure it makes it very lean. I just had it tuned with dyno and powervision and it put down 121hp

[@devind42987]

Super intake is awesome. Loud as hell though.

[@TorqueandPower]

Agreed!

[@coreynelson2004]

I have the same exact kind. 👍🏾

[@TorqueandPower]

👍🏼

[@ralphwillis2403]

Why aren't they intake?

[@ramonisraelgomez7102]

Hi where is buy I need

[@pacmanflys]

New sub! I've got a 2005! Excellent video!

[@TorqueandPower]

Awesome! Welcome!

[@schneidp20]

did you retune? if so what tuner did you use thanks

[@TorqueandPower]

I use auto tuner with powervision to tune my VRod. Runs well but will get it dyno tuned soon so keep a look out for that one!

[@balwa999]

Boss what's the link to buy this intake? I got a muscle 015 myself.

[@TorqueandPower]

Here you go. Great looking piece! www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwiB8MfcyKz1AhVDGs0KHafuAQMQtwJ6BAgXEAM&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tabperformance.com%2Fmachined-v-rod-super-air-intake-p%2Fv-rod-super-intake.htm&usg=AOvVaw15rB2TauZg7M4lFWrZq7VQ

[@SlightlyLessFat]

What are your grips? I dig them!

[@TorqueandPower]

Thank you! It is HD dominion collection and i put on the matching pegs as well

[@derbestrafen]

Looks good man. I have the same bike and it's all stock but have the same Vance&Hines slip ons you have. I have lots of decel pop, did you have the same issue before you installed your tuner, and did it fix it? Are you running a canned tune, or have it dyno tuned?

[@TorqueandPower]

Great question! Yes decel pop a lot but after a lot of sessions with the powervision it is almost gone now. It helps a lot the tuner and that’s only using the narrowband sensors. Hope this helps you!

[@derbestrafen]

@@TorqueandPower Thanks for your reply. They obviously tuned these bikes very lean to the point where even a pair of slip-ons cause so much decel pop. You got a subscriber!

[@albundy6804]

And i got one & i fully blacked the whole bike out! Haha

[@TorqueandPower]

Nice you murdered it out!

[@albundy6804]

Yep absolutely every ,custom machined rims ,discs ,full bolt cover kit, everything blacked fork covers absolutely everything and under 8000kms on it!

[@cgmez4523]

The bike came with the white cover from the line to the water pump?

[@TorqueandPower]

No sir it comes with the nightrod that I had painted to match.

[@jeffreylonigro1382]

How about a stock dyno sheet then one after the new air cleaner? Looks like a waste of money. Stock box flows just fine.

[@TorqueandPower]

I’ll dyno mine soon and post the results. Fixes leaky oil issue as well

[@jeffreylonigro1382]

@@TorqueandPower where did you route the breather?

[@evil_musclemuscled3814]

It's a Great looking machine just like that bird over there . It's a bike not a couch , it's all thumbs up . When I get a bike I expect everything a machine puts out . I don't bitch but than I'm not a fashion rider .

[@TorqueandPower]

👍🏼

[@chrissayman4878]

What did you do with the AIT sensor?

[@bothetinman772]

It plugs into the bottom of the air intake. There is a hole for it.

[@madmike8v72]

16:44 is what you want

[@TorqueandPower]

👍🏼

[@jasoncasey5ify]

Why did he put lid on filter so unsmart. 6 hp no lid tune it 11hp.

[@alexdreychan566]

08-17

[@ellobo4542]

I have a 2005 V Rod 1100 do they make one to fit the smaller engine? Will it boost my power ?

[@StreaminFreedom]

Wait, what those intakes are fake! Man, it seemed like more air would be good. Why make the intakes fake.

[@TorqueandPower]

No need for the air from there cause you want velocity with the air coming into the air box is what the engineers have told me. Those were just for looks like an old muscle car look!

[@gillesvasseur1058]

You talk too much