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ctrees · 06-18-2008, 07:11 PM

Going through the same issue with my '06 1700 Roadstar... if you like the looks of the stock pipes but are looking for a more robust exhaust note, aftermarket slip-ons are where you should look. You absolutely can do the install yourself and unless you change the intake, no need to be concerned with re-jetting... and that shop that wants you to sign a release for doing what their in business to do.....find another shop.

bobber · 07-04-2008, 11:31 AM

i have Jardine pipes on mine it sounds real nice. i did take the baffles out too but i think everyone in my neighborhood would be throwing rocks at me.... so they had to go back in.

southerngent · 07-08-2008, 11:21 AM

I had the fully gutted stockers for a while with the slash cut ends. I loved the sound of them. The exhaust note was throaty and really barked when you hit it. Then I went with the VH short shots with the baffles in. They are nice, not too loud when cruising but a definite growl when idling and will roar when you hit it. I have several buds that ride Harley's, Victory's, and a Big Dog and I can blend in with them no prob. Took me about 30 mins to install the slip ons. I also have the GAK, re jetted carbs, and the AIS removed. This will cut down on the popping many ppl have. The work is not hard at all, it sounds more intimidating than it really is. If this is the route you choose we're here to help, or you can shoot me a message and I'll help ya through it.

Dragline322 · 07-09-2008, 04:12 PM

I am new myself, I have an 07 V Star Custom. Hard Krome 2.75 big shots look and sound great, At least to me anyway.

Cork · 08-02-2008, 11:02 AM

Hello,

I'm gonna do what this guy did:

YouTube - V-star 650 Big Straights and Hypercharger

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06-18-2008, 07:11 PM	#21 (permalink)
ctrees Where Am I ? Joined: Mar 2008 Bike: 06 Roadstar Midnight Silverado Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 25	Going through the same issue with my '06 1700 Roadstar... if you like the looks of the stock pipes but are looking for a more robust exhaust note, aftermarket slip-ons are where you should look. You absolutely can do the install yourself and unless you change the intake, no need to be concerned with re-jetting... and that shop that wants you to sign a release for doing what their in business to do.....find another shop.

07-04-2008, 11:31 AM	#22 (permalink)
bobber Newbie Joined: Jul 2008 Bike: yamaha 650 vstar Location: cape cod Posts: 7	i have Jardine pipes on mine it sounds real nice. i did take the baffles out too but i think everyone in my neighborhood would be throwing rocks at me.... so they had to go back in.

07-08-2008, 11:21 AM	#23 (permalink)
southerngent Where Am I ? Joined: Sep 2007 Bike: '05 Yahama V-Star Location: Grand Cane, Louisiana Posts: 30	I had the fully gutted stockers for a while with the slash cut ends. I loved the sound of them. The exhaust note was throaty and really barked when you hit it. Then I went with the VH short shots with the baffles in. They are nice, not too loud when cruising but a definite growl when idling and will roar when you hit it. I have several buds that ride Harley's, Victory's, and a Big Dog and I can blend in with them no prob. Took me about 30 mins to install the slip ons. I also have the GAK, re jetted carbs, and the AIS removed. This will cut down on the popping many ppl have. The work is not hard at all, it sounds more intimidating than it really is. If this is the route you choose we're here to help, or you can shoot me a message and I'll help ya through it.

07-09-2008, 04:12 PM	#24 (permalink)
Dragline322 Newbie Joined: Jul 2008 Bike: 2007 V Star 650 Custom Location: NC Posts: 4	I am new myself, I have an 07 V Star Custom. Hard Krome 2.75 big shots look and sound great, At least to me anyway.

08-02-2008, 11:02 AM	#25 (permalink)
Cork Newbie Joined: Jul 2008 Bike: 2005 V-Star 650 Custom Posts: 3	Hello, I'm gonna do what this guy did: YouTube - V-star 650 Big Straights and Hypercharger

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