Happy New Year gang - well since rack orders have dropped off a bit, I spent some time making up a set of these - muffler tailcones. No mods to the stock muffler were required. If there's enough interest, I may be able to make some more up.
..and now for something totally different (M Python)
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Aesthetic change only? Do they modify the sound at all? Any mock-ups for the Gen II yet?
How much?
How much?
NSrider
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Looks good, but holy cow that sure is a lot of balancing weights on your rear wheel.
odot
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It's that mix of regular air and nitrogen he's using that requires that many weights. The regular air has a habit of clumping up in areas since it's heavier then nitrogen.
Khunajawdge
Toto El Mundo!
Can't believe somebody finally thought of this besides me.
Your's boast of far more beautiful machining, and I am sure are a superior quality product. My Left Coast version however, cost me $1.60 (for both) and after cutting the 1" ID - .06 stainless tubing diagonally on one end, I just pounded them into the mufflers with a mallett.
Your's boast of far more beautiful machining, and I am sure are a superior quality product. My Left Coast version however, cost me $1.60 (for both) and after cutting the 1" ID - .06 stainless tubing diagonally on one end, I just pounded them into the mufflers with a mallett.
Why wouldn't they work for the Gen II bikes - aren't the mufflers the same? I would have a shop with a CNC lathe machine the blanks out and I would do the final machining and PC. Cost would be dependent on the price I get from the shop, but I am hoping to have them available for under $100. I could PC them in chrome or other colors as well.
I was wondering about the weights as well when I got the wheel, but it rode fine. I have a tire changer on order and plan to PC the wheels in satin black (like the tailcones) at the next tire change.
I was wondering about the weights as well when I got the wheel, but it rode fine. I have a tire changer on order and plan to PC the wheels in satin black (like the tailcones) at the next tire change.
Bungie
FrostBack #2 - IBA # 44620
git'r done!I just pounded them into the mufflers with a mallett.
On a more serious note, where'd you get the tire hugger?
airboss
Well-known member
And just when you reach the point where you think your finally done.
Along comes Garauld B)
Very NICE!!!!!!
Along comes Garauld B)
Very NICE!!!!!!
Barry5k
Active member
They look good, but what is their purpose other than looks?
Mooseonagoose
Well-known member
They DO look Cool!! How about a pair in stainless w/ a satin finish to match the silencers? I'd like them best if they looked prettty much like they grew there! I actually like the stock cans as they are better than many of the aftermarket options, but a touch more cone taper is cool!! ...lets see, could you make 'em in a 5mph "bumper" variant? While I'm more into function, I'd be talkin' thru my teeth if I didn't admit to spending more than [your estimated cost] on Bling a time or two!
SkooterG
Purveyor of Crooked Facts
Oh no! I can't afford this! Yet have been thinking, 'what if' ? Gary you *******!!!
Make sure you post pics!
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Not that I can tell, but our testing agency in Nairobi says they add 15% more hp, 23% better gas mileage, gives less tire wear, and if you order one, they'll give you a free ticket for the Commonwealth Lottery...
fjrchik
Just a girl in the world, having rode 3 FJRs
oooh, very very nice!! i haven't bought anything new for my baby in a while, wish i could swing a set! hopefully soon.
that color would look sweet on the black bikes!
that color would look sweet on the black bikes!
redtail
Well-known member
I like 'em alot, they match my rack. I'll stay tuned. By the way, what do you charge to PC the wheels?
I like the look very much. I think they'd go on my wish list G......
git'r done!I just pounded them into the mufflers with a mallett.
On a more serious note, where'd you get the tire hugger?
Hey Gary, anything new on these and where did you get that hugger?
SouthernCruizer
Is it Beer:30 yet?
Count me in for a set for my '08 black.
