Cobra Speedster Shorts on my 1600 Classic?

omega5 · 08-22-2004

Ordered a set of the Cobra Speedster Shorts yesterday from my dealer.
Anyone have these on there bike? Any tips for installation will be appreciated?
Dano

sledman · 08-23-2004

I'm also very interested in those same pipes for my '04 Mean Streak. Please let me know how they sound, and how much louder the volume level is as compared to stock. Thanks!

omega5 · 08-23-2004

I'll do it.
Dano

*bikeaholic* · 08-23-2004

they should be LOUD!!

omega5 · 08-23-2004

I hope so. Hate to think I bought us 2 full face helmets for nothing

Honest, I hope they are loud but not earthshaking loud. I want to be heard, not shot at for disturbing the peace. Gotta remember, in my part of Tennessee, "he needed killin" is still a viable defense in court

Dano

*bikeaholic* · 08-23-2004

i don't think i've ever heard quiet cobra pipes

ussnewco · 08-23-2004

can you post an audio clip? I'm about to buy a set of pipes for my bike and I'd love to hear some other bikes with aftermarket pipes

omega5 · 08-24-2004

Wish I could post an audio clip but I don't have the equipment for it.

cboutfit · 08-24-2004

If you go to cobras web page www.cobrausa.com you can pick your bike and a assortment of pipes and listen to them there. I put the delux slash cuts on my 04 1500 classic and love them.[/u]

omega5 · 08-24-2004

Are you sure? Vance and Hines does but I couldn't find it on the Cobra site. If you know how to get it, please explain it to me cause I'd love to listen to them

Thanks
Dano

Ken · 08-24-2004

I've heard and read many reviews about Cobra pipes blueing pretty quickly. For this reason I was leaning towards V&H or HK's. Has this reputation changed? Or has anyone had other positive experiences with Cobras?

omega5 · 08-24-2004

Cobra now has the 222 degree heatshielding that is suppose to not blue. I'll find out if it's true or not. If they blue, I'll let ya'll know, you can count on that.

**Spok** · 08-24-2004

I too have heard that Cobra has issues with quality both on material and chrome. For that reason, I've not been looking at them for my exhaust needs. It would be great if they have addressed these issues, if so, I might take a second look at them. But I think I've decided on HK for my pipe needs.

sledman · 08-24-2004

I'm told the Cobras have been a lot better in quality as of late.
With their crossover chamber, they should not be as loud as if they didn't have one. I was also told that they have a steel type baffle, as opposed to fiberglass packing.
I'm hoping they are not TOO loud, just SOMEWHAT louder. Loud pipes aren't great on long trips........

sledman · 08-24-2004

I'm told the Cobras have been a lot better in quality as of late.
With their crossover chamber, they should not be as loud as if they didn't have one. I was also told that they have a steel type baffle, as opposed to fiberglass packing.
I'm hoping they are not TOO loud, just SOMEWHAT louder. Loud pipes aren't great on long trips........

cboutfit · 08-24-2004

I went back to cobras web site and they do not list any sounds for the 1600, you can check out some of the pipes on the 1500E and other bikes. as for the pipes changing color these I put on have full length heat shields and are doing great I only have 1500 miles on them so far as for too loud they max about 103 decibles. when going down the road they have a low purr when you open it up they roar.

omega5 · 08-24-2004

Thanks, I'll check out the 1500's on the Cobra site. I can't wait for mine to come in. I've checked a couple sites on the net and the Speedester Shorts are listed as "backordered". Hope mine aren't. Glad to hear the heat shields cured the blues.
Dano

omega5 · 08-24-2004

I forgot to mention something. I have my Timex set to go off when it's time for me to go to work. When I ride, I leave early and take the long way to work

With my stock pipes, I can hear my timex alarm go off

That's just on right

Here I am, riding one of the larger V-Twins made and I can hear my watch alarm go off

Nope, it's time for new pipes

PickYourPockets · 08-24-2004

Yep, that's definitely WRONG. Sounds like Kaw needs to beef up the stock pipes.

sledman · 08-24-2004

Quote:

Originally Posted by cboutfit

I went back to cobras web site and they do not list any sounds for the 1600, you can check out some of the pipes on the 1500E and other bikes. as for the pipes changing color these I put on have full length heat shields and are doing great I only have 1500 miles on them so far as for too loud they max about 103 decibles. when going down the road they have a low purr when you open it up they roar.

Which model of Cobra pipes do you have? Do they have a DEEP sound?

08-22-2004	#1 (permalink)
omega5 Dano BTK Intermediate Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 217	Cobra Speedster Shorts on my 1600 Classic? Ordered a set of the Cobra Speedster Shorts yesterday from my dealer. Anyone have these on there bike? Any tips for installation will be appreciated? Dano __________________ 2006 Nomad

08-23-2004	#2 (permalink)
sledman Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Meridian, Idaho Posts: 30	I'm also very interested in those same pipes for my '04 Mean Streak. Please let me know how they sound, and how much louder the volume level is as compared to stock. Thanks! __________________ Sledman '04 1600 Mean Streak '04 Intruder VS800GL ((traded it in on the meanie) '03 Vulcan 500 LTD (My wife's) '03 KTM 300 EXC (Mine) '03 KX100 (Wife's) '03 800 RMK 151 '03 700 RMK 144

08-23-2004	#3 (permalink)
omega5 Dano BTK Intermediate Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 217	I'll do it. Dano __________________ 2006 Nomad

08-23-2004	#4 (permalink)
bikeaholic Sick & Twisted Moderator Forum Supporter Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: edenton north carolina Posts: 4,352	re they should be LOUD!! __________________ 2004 - 1600 classic 1997 - 1200C harley sporty 1985 - 750 Honda Shadow VROC# 20171 Chromaholic #512

08-23-2004	#5 (permalink)
omega5 Dano BTK Intermediate Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 217	I hope so. Hate to think I bought us 2 full face helmets for nothing Honest, I hope they are loud but not earthshaking loud. I want to be heard, not shot at for disturbing the peace. Gotta remember, in my part of Tennessee, "he needed killin" is still a viable defense in court Dano __________________ 2006 Nomad

08-23-2004	#6 (permalink)
bikeaholic Sick & Twisted Moderator Forum Supporter Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: edenton north carolina Posts: 4,352	re i don't think i've ever heard quiet cobra pipes __________________ 2004 - 1600 classic 1997 - 1200C harley sporty 1985 - 750 Honda Shadow VROC# 20171 Chromaholic #512

08-23-2004	#7 (permalink)
ussnewco Made It To Second Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: May 2004 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 90	can you post an audio clip? I'm about to buy a set of pipes for my bike and I'd love to hear some other bikes with aftermarket pipes __________________ 2004 Vulcan 1600 Classic Keep the shiny side up and the rubber side down... :)

08-24-2004	#8 (permalink)
omega5 Dano BTK Intermediate Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 217	Wish I could post an audio clip but I don't have the equipment for it. __________________ 2006 Nomad

08-24-2004	#9 (permalink)
cboutfit Forum Supporter Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Utah Posts: 237	If you go to cobras web page www.cobrausa.com you can pick your bike and a assortment of pipes and listen to them there. I put the delux slash cuts on my 04 1500 classic and love them.[/u] __________________ 04 1500 Classic Hoppies Faring Scootworks Trunk Cobra Slash Cuts F@S Light Bar Mustang Seat

08-24-2004	#10 (permalink)
omega5 Dano BTK Intermediate Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 217	Are you sure? Vance and Hines does but I couldn't find it on the Cobra site. If you know how to get it, please explain it to me cause I'd love to listen to them Thanks Dano __________________ 2006 Nomad

08-24-2004	#11 (permalink)
Ken Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: New York Posts: 1,501	I've heard and read many reviews about Cobra pipes blueing pretty quickly. For this reason I was leaning towards V&H or HK's. Has this reputation changed? Or has anyone had other positive experiences with Cobras? __________________ Ken Four wheels move the body. Two wheels move the soul.

08-24-2004	#12 (permalink)
omega5 Dano BTK Intermediate Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 217	Cobra now has the 222 degree heatshielding that is suppose to not blue. I'll find out if it's true or not. If they blue, I'll let ya'll know, you can count on that. __________________ 2006 Nomad

08-24-2004	#13 (permalink)
Spok RIP Deron - 1400Pilot Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Mount Vernon, Washington Posts: 34,608	I too have heard that Cobra has issues with quality both on material and chrome. For that reason, I've not been looking at them for my exhaust needs. It would be great if they have addressed these issues, if so, I might take a second look at them. But I think I've decided on HK for my pipe needs. __________________ In Memory of Deron Harden - 1400 Pilot. You are missed.

08-24-2004	#14 (permalink)
sledman Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Meridian, Idaho Posts: 30	I'm told the Cobras have been a lot better in quality as of late. With their crossover chamber, they should not be as loud as if they didn't have one. I was also told that they have a steel type baffle, as opposed to fiberglass packing. I'm hoping they are not TOO loud, just SOMEWHAT louder. Loud pipes aren't great on long trips........ __________________ Sledman '04 1600 Mean Streak '04 Intruder VS800GL ((traded it in on the meanie) '03 Vulcan 500 LTD (My wife's) '03 KTM 300 EXC (Mine) '03 KX100 (Wife's) '03 800 RMK 151 '03 700 RMK 144

08-24-2004	#15 (permalink)
sledman Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Meridian, Idaho Posts: 30	I'm told the Cobras have been a lot better in quality as of late. With their crossover chamber, they should not be as loud as if they didn't have one. I was also told that they have a steel type baffle, as opposed to fiberglass packing. I'm hoping they are not TOO loud, just SOMEWHAT louder. Loud pipes aren't great on long trips........ __________________ Sledman '04 1600 Mean Streak '04 Intruder VS800GL ((traded it in on the meanie) '03 Vulcan 500 LTD (My wife's) '03 KTM 300 EXC (Mine) '03 KX100 (Wife's) '03 800 RMK 151 '03 700 RMK 144

08-24-2004	#16 (permalink)
cboutfit Forum Supporter Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Utah Posts: 237	I went back to cobras web site and they do not list any sounds for the 1600, you can check out some of the pipes on the 1500E and other bikes. as for the pipes changing color these I put on have full length heat shields and are doing great I only have 1500 miles on them so far as for too loud they max about 103 decibles. when going down the road they have a low purr when you open it up they roar. __________________ 04 1500 Classic Hoppies Faring Scootworks Trunk Cobra Slash Cuts F@S Light Bar Mustang Seat

08-24-2004	#17 (permalink)
omega5 Dano BTK Intermediate Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 217	Thanks, I'll check out the 1500's on the Cobra site. I can't wait for mine to come in. I've checked a couple sites on the net and the Speedester Shorts are listed as "backordered". Hope mine aren't. Glad to hear the heat shields cured the blues. Dano __________________ 2006 Nomad

08-24-2004	#18 (permalink)
omega5 Dano BTK Intermediate Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 217	I forgot to mention something. I have my Timex set to go off when it's time for me to go to work. When I ride, I leave early and take the long way to work With my stock pipes, I can hear my timex alarm go off That's just on right Here I am, riding one of the larger V-Twins made and I can hear my watch alarm go off Nope, it's time for new pipes __________________ 2006 Nomad

08-24-2004	#19 (permalink)
PickYourPockets Cruising In Fourth Gear BTK Intermediate Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 244	Yep, that's definitely WRONG. Sounds like Kaw needs to beef up the stock pipes. __________________ FOR SALE: '01 800B, candy red/gold, V&H SS, Dragon II air & ket kit, etc.

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