17 Harley Road King Touring Milwaukee Eight Slip-On Install and Sound of Cobra Neighbor Haters on M8

[@DutchII927]

I have the same ones on my 2019 RKS and love them. Stock intake, and stock head pipe and they sound awesome

[@juancontreras8020]

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[@tonywadsworth5219]

You couldn’t see my face either when you put the cobra’s on and started it I was smiling ear to ear, just brought a 2020 street glide cvo it’s getting delivered this week I’m going to put same exhaust on hope I don’t get any problems with the running of it shouldn’t do. Best Tony. London uk.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Stock you will have no issues. When I did a cam and then de catted it is when I had low torque in the low rpm range.

[@tjmac1453]

I put these on my Indian Challenger. I had the Cobra Scallop slip ons. These are a bit louder, but a noticeable deeper throaty tone. What I like about the neighbor haters is that they are not mid life crisis I am compensating for something loud. For me these are perfect.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Totally agree. Lol. Not mid life crisis.

[@RB-tx4mn]

Just ordered a set of these for my 2021 Road King Special after being told my first choice, Rinehart DBX45s are backordered indefinitely. Hoping I made the right call. Good video bro.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

I love the sound of the pipes. I think you will enjoy them.

[@dawidos117]

That’s what I like about Cobra Neighbor Hater too, the end with the chrome inside 👍🏻 Also, they sound pretty nice 👍🏻

[@edgardoconcepcion2720]

They do sound very nice..I have cobras on now that I bought a few years back..i definitely need them on my bike.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

I called Vance and Hines and the Tech said to use the Eliminator 400 slip on map.

[@lazarus8447]

I just put mine on my road king the other day, left was easy but that right one to take off was hard as hell.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

They get to be a pain after sometime on there.

[@michaelmitchell5909]

Ya these sound amazing.... Cobra exhaust is definitely underrated I think..

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Yes they are taotally underrated.

[@ALEXdaG]

I had neighbor haters on my 99 Electra glide and man did it rob it of power. I put on arleness magnaflow slip on and gained a ton of power. Whole different animal now. The neighbor haters are too open of a pipe

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Yeah. I had a similar issue with my 17. I had to put lollipops (welded in washers) to help with the low end.

[@Jesse-B]

You can hear the "choofing" sound in the restrictive stock mufflers, absent in the afters. What a beautiful bike, I wish I could afford to replace my 99 RK... which is not to say I don't like her, I love her, but the young fresh one gives me a woody haha.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

+Jess the first time I saw the blacked out RK I loved it.

[@paulkmaster3231]

Beautiful bike great video bought the neighbor haters right after I saw your video for my 2018 Streetglide Special couldn’t be happier. Thanks man

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Cool. Glad it helped.

[@levievans9311]

Nice my man.Enjoy your FLHRXS.Just remember.We test ride and ride Motorcycles.We can't drive uh bike.

[@dudakisek]

Great sound and really nice pipe! I have it on my 2017 Ultra Limited. Good choice and cost!

[@brianbeck7389]

Looking at these for my soon-to-be-purchased 2018 Ultra Limited. I love the sound of these but don't want to: a) make the stereo useless or b) incur the wrath of my wife who will be sitting directly above the tips. What's your impression of the volume level?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

My wife ride occasionally and she has made no comments. At cruising speed that are not too loud.

[@khalilismyname]

Your choice is 👌 I just feel the pipes need to be slightly out more and I am thinking of getting the same pipes.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Yes. I agree. I though about pulling them out a little. As I have some room left on the clamp end.

[@khalilismyname]

@@CarlRecktenwaldJr post an update with the new look 🤩👌

[@YoursInYeshua]

Sounds meaty! Just liked and subscribed 🤘

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Awesome. Thanks.

[@hernanmolina11]

It's my dream bike 👌🏻

[@jusridin3045]

Sounds great, you can't go wrong with Cobras and plus the warranty is good. What caught my eyes was the removal of your bags, is it just two screws that hold them up? Seems like you got them off in no time...

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Yes. Apparently that is the new design for 17 and up. better that the old clip style Harley had. They screw on and that’s it.

[@jasonmiller517]

Wow. Incredible sound and great look.

[@roderickmurray767]

I got the cobras too and man it did make a difference

[@roderickmurray767]

Oh and no tune on my bike and I don't have the de acceleration pop either.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

+Roderick Murray Ever time i ride i am more impressed.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

+Roderick Murray. Ok. that is good to know, i am sure others will be asking about tuning.

[@transporternr1849]

Sounds like music to my ears

[@tjzulu1]

What's all that duck walkin' to get it out of the driveway and into the street??? Nice lookin' rig!!!

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Lol. Sketchy driver way apron. Also rider error.

[@rogerscott9332]

That sounds so badass.

[@michaelpulice6100]

Wow, you are really fast. Have you ever considered working on a pit crew lol😂😂😂😂

[@ut1004bp]

Any other exhaust or engine mods with the sound test? They look a little short, are those extended bags?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Yes extended bags no other mods at that point.

[@markd3641]

Does adding slip ons. Damage the warranty on a 2022 RoadKing???

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Not sure anymore. John maxwell has a video about warranty.

[@MacksMoto]

Good call man! You are right, those tips look awesome.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

+Mack's Moto hey thanks

[@zoltancarson559]

Wow! Looks and sound nice!

[@davidevolpeliddi9645]

Thanks for this video! sounds very good! Id' like to put this mufflers on my 2018 street glide special. My question is: If I change only the mufflers, do I need to set the tune of the bike and put new filter too? I'd like to change only the mufflers for a better sound. Thanks in advance!

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Tricky questions and the answer will be different every time if you ask 10 people. So here is mine: NO. you can change your mufflers with out tuning, lots of people have and have had great results. The stock system has the ability to adjust for some change with the stock o2 sensors and the stock map. Friend of my just did this exact thing and the bike is running perfect and it sounds great.

[@davidevolpeliddi9645]

Carl Recktenwald Jr. Thanks for your fast replay. Yesterday I was reading other comments on a John Maxwell video. He replay the same. He use to change a lot of mufflers without tuning the bike. Speak you soon! Bye bye from Italy

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

I have been digging John’s video.

[@charleshenson4183]

No tune required for just slip ons,you won't need that until you swap out the air intake & or cam.

[@sherylgreen2750]

Awesome video, thanks for sharing. Your bike is gorgeous!

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

+sheryl green Thank You.

[@erwins2575]

Sounds good, I love it

[@edgardoconcepcion2720]

I have a 99 Road King that i bought new ..How does it sound with the baffles off.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

The clip is the stock cobra baffles. Basically straight through.

[@tyee4u]

Pretty sure I am going with a set of these for my 17 RKS thanks to your video. My only gripe? I wish they were just a couple inches longer. I think they would look better poking out just a hair instead of being recessed in between bags and fender.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

+tyee4u yes I totally agree. When I first put them on I though the same thing. They are Awesome pipes though.

[@patrickwall7738]

I agree. I think they're about an inch or two too short. It's a shame, because they're great looking pipes & I would buy a set for my new 2018 Street Glide if they were longer.

[@christopherventer1022]

Have you had any issues with them causing any damage to the bags? That would be my only concern. They sound awesome!!

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

No. I kinda thought the same thing, however nothing showing.

[@christopherventer1022]

Carl Recktenwald Jr. Thanks, good to hear!

[@FLIOWA]

They look and sound great

[@jimward8749]

Cobra Neighbor Haters compared to Vance and Hines High output slip ons? Great video!

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Thanks

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Also just about half price

[@jimward8749]

Have a deposit on a 18 road glide special. have a 08 road king classic with rinehart pipe slip ons. If money isn't primary decision maker what pipes would you go for to achieve great deep sound and power?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

I like the cobra, however money was in my decision. I do like the Vance and Hines on my buddies 14 touring. It’s a Tough choice.....

[@fredgfysmith6171]

Carl Recktenwald Jr. Sounds great even over a horrible phone speaker. Road Kings forever!!!

[@rider14mcd63]

Are those led brake lights on your license plate? Where did you get them?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Yes they are Led. I got them from auto zone but I have also seen them at Tractor Supply. I have them running into a brake light flasher circuit I made.

[@rider14mcd63]

Very nice

[@thesingercarllewislewis319]

Sir straight up AWESOMENESS!!! Which K&N Filter did you add and was the tuner pricey? 😕hmmm....

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

I used the K and N Filter only as I like the look of the stock filter housing available here amzn.to/2qXSOrD The tuner I used was the FP3 which is I got for about 290.00 locally. You can get it here amzn.to/2Fdbmtf. Think I might go with the Screaming Eagle tuner next time or the Power vision as more features are available.

[@thesingercarllewislewis319]

Thank you Sir 😎👊

[@catesg]

Excellent video, good description with clear instructions.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Hey thanks.

[@billflixtone6684]

Hi, are they 4 or 4.5 inch?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Starts as 4 in. round tubes, then bell out to 4-1/2

[@wb4514]

At the time of this install, did you have the air filter up grade ?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

I don’t believe so. Did the filter with the cam upgrade.

[@wb4514]

@@CarlRecktenwaldJr Which cam do you have ?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

I did the s and s 475. Nice cam. Power hits a little later in rpm range but overall a good cam.

[@rpc6828]

I heard if you changed the stock pipes it changes the power of your engine is that true?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

If you are talking about just mufflers the gain is not at much as it was with the twin cam. You do get a little more power as the engine can breath better. Fuel moto has dyno charts on there site.

[@tax905972]

Normally when you change the filter you tune the bike.

[@duane9707]

Great vid!

[@brianwhitmore3839]

Beautiful bike my friend sounds great

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Thank you.

[@brianwhitmore3839]

Just to let you know just went out and bought RKS in industrial Grey 👍

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Awesome. I do like that color.

[@fathead657]

So how are these on the interstate. Looking for less noise on the new bike than the cfr pipes on the 12

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

They are noticeable on the highway, not super quiet.

[@heath1512]

Very nice bike just curious when you used the fp3 did it void your warranty? What part of MD are you from i am in Carroll county

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Warranty, that is tough to answer. I would say no, but Harley might see it another way. I am from AA Co.

[@heath1512]

I was told if it wasn't the screaming eagle turner being used harley is supposed to void the powertain warranty i guess it would be up to the dealer if they would have your back when it came to a warranty claim

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

I would say based upon the Magnuson-Moss act it would be based on the exact issue. Also if I had it all over again I would just get the screaming eagle as they do about the same thing, the FP3 just is more user friendly and you can use a phone and not need a whole pc. Also check this video out from Matt Ladilaw from (Ladilaw Harley in CA.) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoiZaGqcgtmZfs0 he talks about warranty issues with tuners.

[@kawancraigstewart]

Did you tune it

[@johncanete8317]

Great job on the video. Those Cobras sound great on your bike. How are they on the interstate?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Thanks. I think they sound good on highway. Not too loud until you roll on the throttle.

[@silvermyth2119]

Greetings! I've yet to hear the Milwaukee 8 motor live. Does it still have the classic Harley sound of the older motors? At the moment I'm saving for my future Road King. Is the new motor loud enough so that cars on the highway hear you before passing them? Thanks & congrats on the new bike!

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Does it sound the same = Tough answer as I never owned an older model. Its tough for Harley as they have the EPA and noise laws to comply with. I think it is loud on the highways however I do think that the new mufflers make a huge difference.

[@silvermyth2119]

Carl Recktenwald Jr. Thanks for the reply! 👍 Yeah I can imagine they have reduced the sound as some states have implemented tougher noise laws. I watched a video where the cops were being jerks to a Harley rider, they had several noise level meters to measure the sound levels. Nevertheless I still want the new Road King! In addition to the slip ons you installed, I'd highly recommend installing a set of Vance & Hines Power Duals. Great stuff!

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

I saw a video that the power duals actual reduced power (Matt Laidlaw). Never less I agree I think headpipes are next.

[@motorcycleden]

Great video! Thanks

[@dieseljunky8505]

Where did you get the air filter at?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Fuel Moto

[@marcobellomo9034]

Hi. Did you replace only the exhausts?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Yes. Just the mufflers

[@marcobellomo9034]

@@CarlRecktenwaldJr Did you change the air filter ? Does it do Well ?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Oh. Yes I changed the air filter to the k and n high flow and also I did remap it. With out the new map the bike ran fine. I just get quicker throttle response. My opinion is that just muffler s and air cleaner a new map / tune is not required.

[@marlonbrando8148]

Quality video. Thank you

[@christopherventer1022]

Asked it somewhere below, but not you will see the question. Did the fact that they are just a little too short cause any damage to the bags due to the hot gasses?

[@Hhhhhgggihgdd]

I had cfr pipes with v@h headpipes on my 14 street glide and it was pretty loud but i want i different sound for my 18 but i still want them loud.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

+Kevin Sorenson I am pretty stoked about the cobra mufflers.

[@mikenayal6598]

Cool Bike and great sound ;-)

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Thanks. Now if the weather will Cooperate and warm up.

[@rider14mcd63]

Good job

[@dawidos117]

Are they made of stainless steel?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

no. The end caps look like they are just chromed. The rest of the muffler is steel.

[@dawidos117]

Carl Recktenwald Jr. Thanks for the quick reply! I guess, that is why you pay half the price of V&H, for example? But anyway, they look beautifully made 👍🏻

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Yes. They are made for a specific price. Nice thing is that you get them and then could go with a different pipe in the future.

[@dawidos117]

Carl Recktenwald Jr. absolutely!

[@r.s.2617]

Dang that sounds good

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

I know. I can’t believe the difference.

[@bencubelo9325]

Very Nice indeed!!!!!!!

[@theroadking547]

Sounds good.

[@edfox250]

Nice man.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

+Ed Fox Thanks

[@dalehumphrey8765]

I knew someone by your name in Columbus,Ohio in the 1960's.Was that your father?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Don’t think so. My dad is from New Jersey.

[@kawancraigstewart]

Scrub the last question. I asked it right before you said it lol

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Lol. Ok.

[@luisvidalkebramar247]

nice

[@alihussein5776]

How much

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

The pipes? Link is in the description. About $330.00

[@alihussein5776]

Carl Recktenwald Jr. I didnt understand you what is that number

[@drainmonkeys385]

How is it possible to not ride in 3 days? It’s against the law

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

It definitely should be.

[@Legnor]

Pretty bike. But those pipes sound horrible. Or maybe it's the new motor. Can you advise?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

IDK. I like the sound. Harley has had a lot of pressure from the govt. I will however agree that pipes are a personnel preference.

[@Legnor]

They sound "tinny" for lack of a better word. I'm running CFR's on my Road Glide Ultra. I honestly don't think they can be topped. I was hopeful of the neighbor haters. Big disappointment in my opinion. Nothing personal.

[@showtimedawson7999]

True in comment but hell of a price difference between the two.. I like the sound for the price

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

I would have to agree.

[@showtimedawson7999]

Sorry have to add another comment.. Just finally installed pair on my 17 road glide and this sound of video just teases and gives have the justice compared to person. I live the sound and once great fifty great for the price at that

[@DirtReborn]

Is your bike a 2017 or 2018?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

+B WEEZY 2017. I got it in july

[@infinite8686]

What model cobras are these?

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

+cornelius smith Cobra Neighbor Haters

[@rafaelaldana1388]

My dad has a 2018 one

[@barongbangras6206]

Drop a like!

[@randallacton2506]

Wtf you tube this was 4 years ago how about up to date shit

[@S.Kona34]

Fooking hell, I like like like....!

[@tax905972]

What you did was basically a stage 1 except you didn’t tune the bike.

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

I tuned it after the air filter install prior to the slip on. I agree that after the stage 1 a tune should be done.

[@hellraiser1951]

I hate fuel injector bikes...they all sound the same as Yamahas or Kawasakis...

[@CarlRecktenwaldJr]

Nothing like the sound of an older evo with a carb.

[@dawidos117]

Peter Kane fuel injection has nothing to do with the sound.

[@billflixtone6684]

Great video thanks