Unofficial Royal Enfield Community Forum

Royal Enfield Motorcycles => Bullet with the UCE engine => Topic started by: csbdr on August 13, 2009, 05:52:16 pm

Title: Muffler opinions?
Post by: csbdr on August 13, 2009, 05:52:16 pm
I want to change out the muffler (not the header pipes..) on my C5.  It needs a little more "snort" from a freer flowing pipe.  You know..."off-road" only of course. I don't want to wait for the upswept jobbers any longer, and I think I will need to stick with a straight exhaust system due to wanting to keep small bags on my bike.

Any thoughts on what would fit and where to obtain?  thanks!
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: ace.cafe on August 13, 2009, 06:08:26 pm
I don't  know what the outside diameter of the exhaust pipe is on the C5.

If it is the usual 1.75", then any typical 1.75" inlet-size Bullet muffler or Harley muffler will work.
You can also get copies of the old Brit mufflers in that size too, and if it is smaller, there are some size variations made to fit different size pipes too.

It's pretty wide-open in terms of selection.
You may have to make up your own mounting strut, if the bracket isn't a perfect match.

I think 1Blackwolf1 has a Dunstall copy that he's not using, and you might contact him about that.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: t120rbullet on August 13, 2009, 06:27:01 pm
I don't  know what the outside diameter of the exhaust pipe is on the C5.

A 1 3/4 muffler is a sloppy fit over the UCE exhaust pipe. I guess one could shim it and put a good clamp on to hold it on.
The stock exhaust pipe has a tab welded to it that holds the front of the heat shield down.
Looks kinda nasty with the heat shield off.
I'd like to get the long pipe short muffler combo that my iron bikes have. Not too loud and looks like it belongs there.
CJ

Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: 1Blackwolf1 on August 13, 2009, 06:44:06 pm
I don't  know what the outside diameter of the exhaust pipe is on the C5.

If it is the usual 1.75", then any typical 1.75" inlet-size Bullet muffler or Harley muffler will work.
You can also get copies of the old Brit mufflers in that size too, and if it is smaller, there are some size variations made to fit different size pipes too.

It's pretty wide-open in terms of selection.
You may have to make up your own mounting strut, if the bracket isn't a perfect match.

I think 1Blackwolf1 has a Dunstall copy that he's not using, and you might contact him about that.

  Sorry guys that muffler was asked for by a buddy for his '72 Duck.  But that version muffler came with three reducers, would fit anything from 1 1/2" to 1 3/4".  Paid 48.00 for it on flea bay.  I put a cocktail shaker on wifeys Electra 65.00 delivered of flea-bay.  I'd recommend the cocktail shaker more if you want to retain the lines of the bike..brit sound.  Will.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: Keith Cousins on August 13, 2009, 07:25:01 pm
About this change of muffler - I'm a C5 owner in the UK and would look to change to something a little bit more throaty in the future .There is plenty of choice but my only concern is that the EFI has been setup for this factory fitted silencer .
Question - When changing the silencer do you have to consider an adjustment to the EFI system or do's it automatically compensate for the change ?

Cheers

Keith
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: Thumper on August 13, 2009, 07:39:58 pm
About this change of muffler - I'm a C5 owner in the UK and would look to change to something a little bit more throaty in the future .There is plenty of choice but my only concern is that the EFI has been setup for this factory fitted silencer .
Question - When changing the silencer do you have to consider an adjustment to the EFI system or do's it automatically compensate for the change ?

Cheers

Keith

Well don't take my word on it because I'm not a C5 owner - but it sounds logical enough.
A freer flowing exhaust has typically meant a richer mixture is needed. We typically rejetted (and possibly more - like throttle slide) to accomodate this. I would think the EFI would best be remapped to the richer mixture.

That is unless you get a really wimpy pipe that isn't enough to warrant a richer mixture...but then, why?

Matt
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: r80rt on August 13, 2009, 10:24:04 pm
According to RE you can change the exhaust on the UCE bikes without re-mapping, that's a good thing  ;D
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: Cabo Cruz on August 13, 2009, 11:14:48 pm
"According to RE you can change the exhaust on the UCE bikes without re-mapping, that's a good thing"  ;D

Br. Dannie is correct!  I've been corresponding with Br. Scoot (ScooterBob) on this an other C5-related matters via PMs.  I am going to PM him (with a link to this thread) and ask him to share his comments directly with you (et al).
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: r80rt on August 13, 2009, 11:25:50 pm
If the upswept exhaust, or a long pipe short muffler ever gets on the market I'll get one. Until then I'll go a different route with a universal muffler if it wont void my warranty, I'll have to find out about that.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: PhilJ on August 14, 2009, 01:29:59 am
Don't be afraid of a smaller muffler diameter. I put an 60's BSA muffler on the stock RE header. A little trip to a muffler shop and with a piece scrap the tech there made an adapter. It's short and works perfectly. Cost me a fiver.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: csbdr on August 14, 2009, 05:12:09 am
I confirmed with my dealer that a. there's np capability to remap with this ecu and b. that the sensors should pick up the differences from switching the pipe and compensate accordingly.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: doomed1 on August 15, 2009, 12:58:10 am
so you guys are saying that i could put on a classic style torpedo silencer, get some extra horsepower out of it,  and have nothing else left to do but adjust the chain and polish the chrome? no powerbox or anything like that? GOOD DIGGITY AWESOMESAUCE! ;D
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: r80rt on August 15, 2009, 01:00:31 am
Yeah, it's good ain't it?
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: Ice on August 15, 2009, 03:23:24 am
 I can't lay my hands on the info this minute but I swear I remember reading that the factory insisted that the EFI had to work with out trouble from sea level up to the highest Himalayan mountain pass.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: r80rt on August 15, 2009, 03:58:00 am
 I read that too Ice, but I can't remember where.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: 1Blackwolf1 on August 15, 2009, 05:24:01 am
  I had to remap my Drifter but since it was multi-point sequential fuel injection that was the only reason.  I kind of doubt you would have to if you are talking single point or TBI.  Probably would be more of a must to remap if you went to an open air cleaner system.  Will.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: doomed1 on August 15, 2009, 07:39:16 am
Yeah, it's good ain't it?
yeah, i'm gonna have to get me an old-style torp and a fishtail for the end. that would sure as hell get me some looks. gonna be a while before i can afford a new exhaust system though...
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: PhilJ on August 15, 2009, 11:45:52 am
The sea level to Himalayas peaks was on this forum from Kevin. Waaay back in the olden days of UCEs.  ;D
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: Ice on August 15, 2009, 08:10:23 pm
Thanks PhilJ.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: r80rt on August 15, 2009, 09:28:25 pm
yeah, i'm gonna have to get me an old-style torp and a fishtail for the end. that would sure as hell get me some looks. gonna be a while before i can afford a new exhaust system though...
Are you packed up for that big trip yet?
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: LJRead on August 15, 2009, 10:16:41 pm
Rask Cycle has a number of muffler options, very good prices too, and the one I have has very good chrome.  It is like Chris says above, the fit isn't perfect on mine, but I used a shim and it is fine.  http://raskcycle.com/ (http://raskcycle.com/).

My muffler is the shortest of the lot and is quite loud, but then they know I'm coming too.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: Thumper on August 15, 2009, 10:23:21 pm
I confirmed with my dealer that a. there's np capability to remap with this ecu and b. that the sensors should pick up the differences from switching the pipe and compensate accordingly.

Yeah that makes good sense. I guess I should get with today's program! It makes sense that if your system is smart enough to understand (and regulate) the mixture  both going in and whats coming out, then it should be smart enough to adjust for changes (at least to a degree) accordingly.
Ain't those new-fangled things they call COMputers great?
Jets? We don't need to change no stinkin' jet!

I formally retract my previous assumption (read back a few posts if you really care...but it DID make sense at the time...)

Matt
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: mbevo1 on August 17, 2009, 01:35:38 pm
yeah, i'm gonna have to get me an old-style torp and a fishtail for the end. that would sure as hell get me some looks. gonna be a while before i can afford a new exhaust system though...

Doomed1 -

I've got one of these that I didn't use... went with the straight one instead.  Nice sound, not too loud...

PM me if you're interested.

Mike and Stumpy in Michigan
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: doomed1 on August 17, 2009, 06:37:15 pm
Doomed1 -

I've got one of these that I didn't use... went with the straight one instead.  Nice sound, not too loud...

PM me if you're interested.

Mike and Stumpy in Michigan

heh,thanksfor the offer stumpy, but the kind of fishtail i'm looking for is closer to this:
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: mbevo1 on August 17, 2009, 06:40:04 pm
Now that's old-style... ;)

Mike and Stumpy in Michigan
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: ScooterBob on August 17, 2009, 07:47:05 pm
Guys - Here's the "git-down-and-dirty" poopy on the silencer for the new G5 and C5 bikes. See-Em-Dubya currently has an order for the upswept pipe as well as an adaptor pipe that will allow the use of almost any of our current mufflers on the bikes with a little fanagling. For a time, the exhausts will not jump out of the box and onto the bike - they will require a slight "investment" by the owner to make 'em work, but those bugs will be ironed out as soon as the fellows in Chennai figure out what's popular. Almost ANY exhaust will do for the bikes as long as you DON'T f@#k with the head pipe or the positioning of the Oh-Two sensor. This is placed in the bike's head pipe "just so" to get the best temperature and gas flow as well as to keep the tip of it clean in start-up and other "dirty gas" conditions.

The GOOD news for all of this is that the Enfield fellows in Chennai froze a couple of Keihin engineers half to death on the highest mountain pass in the Himalayas to assure that the bike would have the gonads to make the mountain passes that only Sherpa's, mountain goats and 350 Bullets could run on. The altitude was somewhere around 18,000 feet adn the temperature was like Springtime in Minnesota - -20F! The mapping is wide enough to run the bike with OPEN exhaust and do just fine ...... er, ah .... I've HEARD .... So there you have it - hang the silencer on there that you like and go "OFF-ROADING" on a CLOSED COURSE so that no Federal laws or statutes will be violated .... you know - like the V-Twin guys do? Heeheehee!!!! ;D
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: r80rt on August 17, 2009, 10:20:38 pm
Hey Scooterbob, any idea when the exhaust will be here?
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: ScooterBob on August 18, 2009, 03:13:00 pm
We were supposed to have them by about  ....... um, NOW - but attending to the gearbox upgrade has taken everyone's attention away from "bling" at the factory level. I suspect that now things are getting back to normal, the silencers won't be TOO far out for us to enjoy. Keep an eye on the website and the forum here ..... I may FINALLY get to have a C5 to fiddle with ..... so far, I have only ridden one about 20 yards  :'( - but that may change with the current "crop" ... we'll see! Hang in there!! Like Red Green says:

"We're all in this together - and I'm pullin' for ya!"
  ;D
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: gashousegorilla on August 18, 2009, 05:45:28 pm
Any info on a freer flowing air box? And it's effect on the mapping? For my personal TT course, on my 50'x100' lot. A 500cc Thumper,on a very light bike, may not reach the Ton, but you gotta Try, No?  Now I'm no fuel injection guy, all my experience is with carbs and rejetting, Trial and error, and a good ear.All those lines and graphs are confusing.  SO , if  this EFI is set up in a very forgiving way, it would seem to me that air flow at intake would not effect mapping. Sea level too 18k almost seems sloppy.  Dan.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: csbdr on August 19, 2009, 05:16:42 pm
A 500cc Thumper,on a very light bike, may not reach the Ton, but you gotta Try, No?  

Yar!  says the ton-up pirate! I put my feet on the rear pegs, lay down on the tank the other day and had the bike up to 82 mph.  Still had a little more to go but I ran outta straightaway.....I want to try it again with the pipes and air opened up, on a quiet weather day, on this certain downhill section,  and see what happens....ditching that OEM muffler should save a boatload of weight....at the dragstrip I go to.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: gashousegorilla on August 20, 2009, 04:15:21 pm
csbdr, go and tear it up!!!, let me know how you make out. Once I get this over engineered, early eighties, oil leaking monstrosity of a bike ,out of my garage, witch I'm working on.  I would like to spend some time with my own bike. I'm thinking,  extended upsweep cocktail shakers. Extended because of clearance, and I think with just the slip on, the exhaust will look too short. Also the Head pipe appears to tapper from 15/8" to 17/8" at the muffler connection, with an ugly weld on heat shield bracket,just past this tapper, witch I think must be hacked off. Fit in a new piece of pipe between, existing header and new  slip on, with univ heat shield over new section of pipe.
  At throttle body, remove intake hose, etc.  Install air pod at same. Use you tool box as a tool box.   THIS IS JUST AN IDEA, I HAVE NOT TRIED THIS.!!!!!!  I Don't know, might work, might burn up the motor.   Good luck matey, low bars and loud pipes,ton up   Dan. 
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: gashousegorilla on August 20, 2009, 06:05:05 pm
Sorry, meant to say tapper at end of head pipe, at muffler connection is ABOUT 1 5/8" to 1 3/4". Emgo makes the cocktail shakers, pretty cheap.  I believe they will fit , with the included adapter any where from a 1 3/8" pipe to a 1 3/4" pipe.  Good luck , Dan.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: ScooterBob on August 21, 2009, 08:36:20 pm
Any info on a freer flowing air box? And it's effect on the mapping? For my personal TT course, on my 50'x100' lot. A 500cc Thumper,on a very light bike, may not reach the Ton, but you gotta Try, No?  Now I'm no fuel injection guy, all my experience is with carbs and rejetting, Trial and error, and a good ear.All those lines and graphs are confusing.  SO , if  this EFI is set up in a very forgiving way, it would seem to me that air flow at intake would not effect mapping. Sea level too 18k almost seems sloppy.  Dan.

Dan - "Sloppy" has nothing to do with all the little ones and zeros that are running around at the speed of light inside the processor. It is simply a matter of programming - if the MAP sees 18K feet of altitude and the TE sees -20, the processor adjusts EXACTLY to the needs of the engine for perfect combustion. LIKEWISE, if the MAP sees 31 inches of barometric pressure and 70 degrees, it can adjust, precisely, to what the engine needs. No voo-doo - just good hard work on the part of our India friends and Keihin engineers!!  ;D
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: Ice on August 22, 2009, 06:56:33 am
 Just got kicked out of the local NAPA at closing time. They can get Thrush Glass Packs
 in sizes all the way down to 1 3/4" inlet with a 12" L x 3" Dia. main shell and a 17" Overall length !!!  Going Back to talk price and specifics tomorrow.  ;D
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: gashousegorilla on August 23, 2009, 04:50:53 pm
  ScooterBob, thanks for the clarification on the  EFI.  As I said, I know a big O about EFI. So here starts the learning process. I was thinking in terms of how a carb delivers  fuel/ air to the motor. different jet sizes/ needle clip positions , etc.for various air box/exhaust mods. If the MAP can detect various altitudes, temps, baro pressures ,etc. can it also adjust itself for volume of air flow through the motor?
  Dan.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: Ice on August 24, 2009, 12:28:56 am
 Thrush glass pack USD $45 out the door. Two to three day delivery from the distribution ware house to the parts counter at no extra charge.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: r80rt on August 24, 2009, 01:16:13 am
let us know how it works!
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: ScooterBob on August 24, 2009, 01:58:37 pm
  ScooterBob, thanks for the clarification on the  EFI.  As I said, I know a big O about EFI. So here starts the learning process. I was thinking in terms of how a carb delivers  fuel/ air to the motor. different jet sizes/ needle clip positions , etc.for various air box/exhaust mods. If the MAP can detect various altitudes, temps, baro pressures ,etc. can it also adjust itself for volume of air flow through the motor?
  Dan.

Dan - The MAP (manifold absolute pressure) sensor is capable of reading everything from an absolute vacuum to about fifty inches of mercury (boost!!) in the manifold. It is the programming in the processor that allows the system to USE that information. Again - the mapping is SO wide in the little UCE bikes that a fellow can leave the airbox and the silencer in the floor and it'll run just dandy ......... I've heard .......  ;)

Just remember when performing modifications to the engine that you have the potential of making it run WORSE (especially on the intake side) by not providing a large volume of NON TURBULENT air. This is vital for the MAP to "see" only pressure changes brought about by atmospheric conditions or throttle position. If turbulent air pounds the sensor (which is VERY sensitive, BTW) it'll not know what to tell the processor and the entire fuel / timing curve will be affected. This is why the airbox on the bike is big enough for a dump truck. It smooths out the airflow into the throttle body - even at wide open throttle for the best consistency of performance.

Throw your pocket tuner and your drawer full of jets, needles and voodoo dolls away .... you can RIDE this bike!! Hahaha!!  ;D
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: t120rbullet on August 24, 2009, 03:56:19 pm
Throw your pocket tuner and your drawer full of jets, needles and voodoo dolls away .... you can RIDE this bike!! Hahaha!!  ;D

Never!
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: gashousegorilla on August 25, 2009, 06:37:19 am
Dan - The MAP (manifold absolute pressure) sensor is capable of reading everything from an absolute vacuum to about fifty inches of mercury (boost!!) in the manifold. It is the programming in the processor that allows the system to USE that information. Again - the mapping is SO wide in the little UCE bikes that a fellow can leave the airbox and the silencer in the floor and it'll run just dandy ......... I've heard .......  ;)

Just remember when performing modifications to the engine that you have the potential of making it run WORSE (especially on the intake side) by not providing a large volume of NON TURBULENT air. This is vital for the MAP to "see" only pressure changes brought about by atmospheric conditions or throttle position. If turbulent air pounds the sensor (which is VERY sensitive, BTW) it'll not know what to tell the processor and the entire fuel / timing curve will be affected. This is why the airbox on the bike is big enough for a dump truck. It smooths out the airflow into the throttle body - even at wide open throttle for the best consistency of performance.

Throw your pocket tuner and your drawer full of jets, needles and voodoo dolls away .... you can RIDE this bike!! Hahaha!!  ;D


Got ya ScooterBob. No air pod for me. Maybe a few small holes in the back of the air box instead ::). I think I'll hold onto my jets,and maybe start adding some rectifying diodes, resisters,printed circuit boards,etc. Thanks for the info, this is all very interesting and informative for us all. The more I hear about he EFI on this bike , the more I like. Dan.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: JesterNT on August 26, 2009, 11:15:32 pm
Hi..Just bought my C5, haven’t even picked it up from the dealer yet.  It’s my first bike ever and I had to have it because it looks so darn good!  The sales guy made some phone calls and told me the upswept exhaust was due in the end of next week. It will cost around $325.  Maybe he just made all that up? But it’s what he told me today.   
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: r80rt on August 26, 2009, 11:25:29 pm
Welcome! And congrats on the new C5. My dealer says the upswept exhaust will be here soon too. I hope he's right!
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: exiledcarper on August 27, 2009, 01:08:25 am
Is the upswept exhaust aimed at the "off road" market, thus less restrictive and a tad "rortier" ;)?  Also, will it release an extra horse or two?
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: r80rt on August 27, 2009, 02:56:34 am
If it's not, I'll hang it on the wall. :D
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: BRADEY on December 28, 2010, 09:52:36 am
Hi..Just bought my C5, haven’t even picked it up from the dealer yet.  It’s my first bike ever and I had to have it because it looks so darn good!  The sales guy made some phone calls and told me the upswept exhaust was due in the end of next week. It will cost around $325.  Maybe he just made all that up? But it’s what he told me today.   

What the F#@$k ! Here in India it costs only $ 70 for the upswept.......!!
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: csbdr on December 28, 2010, 04:15:19 pm
I'm sure it does , in the country of origin, before being shipped thousands of miles, assessed import fees and duties, etc, etc. The bikes are probably alot cheaper too over there!
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: prof_stack on December 28, 2010, 04:49:06 pm
This is certainly an old thread that has been rescued from history.

My 2 cents:  The upswept muffler is a nice addition to the C5.  Less back pressure, easier revving (those two go together, I think), and a great but not too loud exahaust note. 

Does it work with the G5 too?  Don't know, but it should be fine.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: mugwomp on December 29, 2010, 02:48:45 pm
Just my 2 cents...I have a '10 G5 that I purchased the EFI sliencer # Z91510 from NField which fits both G5 & C5. It's about 10" shorter and smaller in diameter than the stocker....a few pounds lighter as well. Excellent sound, looks retro, fits well, 1500 miles with no problems except this silly grin I can't wipe off my face! 
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: r80rt on December 29, 2010, 02:59:03 pm
The famous Enfield grin, it'll stay with you forever :D
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: GreenMachine on December 29, 2010, 03:20:12 pm
yeah it does..I find myself doing it too....Is their something seriously wrong with us???
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: r80rt on December 29, 2010, 03:30:56 pm
My wife says there is :D
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: GreenMachine on December 29, 2010, 09:46:09 pm
then she's probably right..
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: mbevo1 on December 30, 2010, 01:56:14 pm
Is the UCE header pipe 1 3/4" diameter?

I'll be ordering a C5 Military today, and I've found a Massey Ferguson tractor muffler with a 1 3/4" inlet I think will look great with a mild upsweep...

Mike and Stumpy in Michigan... haven't decided on what to call the new one... ;D
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: t120rbullet on December 31, 2010, 01:32:17 pm
Is the UCE header pipe 1 3/4" diameter?

I'll be ordering a C5 Military today, and I've found a Massey Ferguson tractor muffler with a 1 3/4" inlet I think will look great with a mild upsweep...

Mike and Stumpy in Michigan... haven't decided on what to call the new one... ;D

The pipe itself is 1 3/4 but it tapers down to 1 5/8 (OD) where the muffler attaches.
Congrats on the new bike.
CJ
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: mbevo1 on December 31, 2010, 02:38:55 pm
The pipe itself is 1 3/4 but it tapers down to 1 5/8 (OD) where the muffler attaches.
Congrats on the new bike.

Thanks, CJ...

I think I'll call him "Sherman" (after the tank... :D)

Mike and Stumpy (waiting on Sherman) in Michigan
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: r80rt on December 31, 2010, 02:41:59 pm
 Congrat's,  don't forget to post some pictures!
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: greggers on January 19, 2011, 10:25:26 pm
Anyone know where to get the upswept muffler? Nfield Gear only has the Angled Pipe Adapter. Thinking one like this guy has http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBfMa5o5qGk
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: prof_stack on January 19, 2011, 10:27:19 pm
Anyone know where to get the upswept muffler? Nfield Gear only has the Angled Pipe Adapter. Thinking one like this guy has http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBfMa5o5qGk

It is a dealer only item.  $300.  Worth it.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: Hobgoblin on January 19, 2011, 10:47:35 pm
My RE dealer was kind enough to let me "audition" both of the C5 / G5 silencers in the nfieldgear catalog (i.e., the EFI Silencer and the Megaphone Silencer) before I took delivery of my G5 Deluxe. The stock silencer was too sedate for my taste, the megaphone silencer, with no baffling whatsoever, was too loud and the EFI Silencer, with some baffling, was just right. He also ground off the bracket on the end of the header pipe so I could slide the muffler farther forward and eliminate the heat shield for a cleaner look. After 500 miles of riding, I'm very pleased with the results.
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: Ice on January 19, 2011, 11:47:21 pm
Could you post picture please ?
 
Title: Re: Muffler opinions?
Post by: Hobgoblin on January 21, 2011, 05:45:15 pm
Sorry ... no pix available. My G5 Deluxe is in Winter storage. However, there are some great photos of the EFI Silencer on a G5 Deluxe in a related post at: http://www.enfieldmotorcycles.com/forum/index.php/topic,8458.0.html