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spb1122 · 07-04-2009

First, I have searched. Both the internet, and numerous forums.

If I search for Cobra pipes, or Vance & Hines, there is loads of info, reviews, ratings, pictures, sound clips, etc, etc. But, I'm not looking for Cobra or V&H pipes (no offense to any Cobra or V&H customers).

My problem is that I think I like the Roadburner 3" Road Pros with SLT.

Road Pros with SLT for Kawasaki*VN 900s*2006-2008

At least I think I like them from the written description, and generic picture (singular) on Mean Cycle's site, or G Man Industries site. As far as feedback/reviews from actual bikers, the pickings are real slim. I found a couple of old (2007) threads on this forum, but as far as reviews on Mean Cycles, or G Man, or Phat Performance, Cruiser Customizingor any other retailer, there are literally NO reviews.

The pipes are described as lower noise volume with a deeper voice, and i like the way they look.

Has anyone got any real world experience with these pipes? Either on your bike, or a buddies bike? I'd like to hear what you have to say.

The Road Pros are a bit more expensive than a lot of other pipes, but if they do what they claim, as far as the sound, fit and finish, and anti-blueing, a couple hundred bucks is worth it in my book.

Just so you folks know where I'm at currently at with my exhaust; I've modified my stock pipes to stage 3 (drilled out screen, drilled holes in back baffle wall, and punched those holes through the front baffle walls). While the sound is much better than the out of the factory sewing machine sound, it's way to rappy, and high pitched for my liking. I'm not necessarily looking for loud; I'm looking for a quality, low pitched rumble.

Thanks in advance for the input.

07-04-2009	#1 (permalink)
spb1122 Finally Got Into First Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 52	If you have the patience for yet another pipe thread... First, I have searched. Both the internet, and numerous forums. If I search for Cobra pipes, or Vance & Hines, there is loads of info, reviews, ratings, pictures, sound clips, etc, etc. But, I'm not looking for Cobra or V&H pipes (no offense to any Cobra or V&H customers). My problem is that I think I like the Roadburner 3" Road Pros with SLT. Road Pros with SLT for KawasakiVN 900s2006-2008 At least I think I like them from the written description, and generic picture (singular) on Mean Cycle's site, or G Man Industries site. As far as feedback/reviews from actual bikers, the pickings are real slim. I found a couple of old (2007) threads on this forum, but as far as reviews on Mean Cycles, or G Man, or Phat Performance, Cruiser Customizingor any other retailer, there are literally NO reviews. The pipes are described as lower noise volume with a deeper voice, and i like the way they look. Has anyone got any real world experience with these pipes? Either on your bike, or a buddies bike? I'd like to hear what you have to say. The Road Pros are a bit more expensive than a lot of other pipes, but if they do what they claim, as far as the sound, fit and finish, and anti-blueing, a couple hundred bucks is worth it in my book. Just so you folks know where I'm at currently at with my exhaust; I've modified my stock pipes to stage 3 (drilled out screen, drilled holes in back baffle wall, and punched those holes through the front baffle walls). While the sound is much better than the out of the factory sewing machine sound, it's way to rappy, and high pitched for my liking. I'm not necessarily looking for loud; I'm looking for a quality, low pitched rumble. Thanks in advance for the input.