I wonder if it lost bottom end without the back pressure of the 2 mufflers. Honda designed the exhaust for a specific sound at low and high rpm. Hence the reason the right muffler has a smaller capacity than the left. Coincidently, the swingarm is on the right which takes up some room and the smaller muffler was ideal on that side. Who knows, that actually might be the reason of the two different sizes. The two cats might provide enough back pressure anyways. A nice turn down and slight outward tip painted matte black might be just the right look. Please upload sound clips. I haven't found company making an aftermarket exhaust for the F6C yet. What is the diameter of the pipe end - 2"?
Out with the Inteceptor, in with the Valkyrie
Hey guys, new to the forum. Just purchased my 2014 Valkyrie last month after trading in my beloved 2007 Interceptor VFR800. I loved that bike and it performed flawlessly. Unfortunately, it was not the most comfortable, nor powerful thing for riding with a passenger ( it was the bike or the girl and it's a pretty good girl so a new bike it was...).
My dad and friends that i ride with all have Harley's which I don't hate but don't particularly like either. I figured my last honda was great, lets see what they are offering these days in a more cruiser type of bike, as that was perfect for my preferred type of riding. Alas.... i feasted my eyes on a black 2014 Valkryie. At which point, it became "what bike should i get", to "Where do I sign....take my money".
I haven't looked back and feel I made a great choice. It turns heads as much, if not more than all the Harley's I ride with (and it doesn't break down also...). I'n not really one for the rock and roll, leather, and tattoos vibe so the new Valk fits me perfectly as its more of a classy gentlemen that turns into jame's bond and kicks butt in the shadows. Plus, you gotta love that flat six!!!
As with any new machine the "to-get" list is pretty big right now: I want some sort of bags for storage and to even out the gigantic front end. Corbin touring saddle is soon to come also. So far I have added a Slipstreamer B-Wing 18" which i have not seen any one else do yet so let me know what you think. I think the size is just right and the fit and finish is superb. Also does a great job blocking unwanted wind gusts but still letting in a nice breeze to let you know your still on a motorcycle. I also removed the mufflers as I hated how quiet it was. Now the flat six growls like a racing Porsche. Working on some nice exhaust tips. I thought the mufflers looked to long also and covered the nice single sided swing arm.
Anyways, I'll stop rambling, happy to be a member. Here's some pics of her:
My dad and friends that i ride with all have Harley's which I don't hate but don't particularly like either. I figured my last honda was great, lets see what they are offering these days in a more cruiser type of bike, as that was perfect for my preferred type of riding. Alas.... i feasted my eyes on a black 2014 Valkryie. At which point, it became "what bike should i get", to "Where do I sign....take my money".
I haven't looked back and feel I made a great choice. It turns heads as much, if not more than all the Harley's I ride with (and it doesn't break down also...). I'n not really one for the rock and roll, leather, and tattoos vibe so the new Valk fits me perfectly as its more of a classy gentlemen that turns into jame's bond and kicks butt in the shadows. Plus, you gotta love that flat six!!!
As with any new machine the "to-get" list is pretty big right now: I want some sort of bags for storage and to even out the gigantic front end. Corbin touring saddle is soon to come also. So far I have added a Slipstreamer B-Wing 18" which i have not seen any one else do yet so let me know what you think. I think the size is just right and the fit and finish is superb. Also does a great job blocking unwanted wind gusts but still letting in a nice breeze to let you know your still on a motorcycle. I also removed the mufflers as I hated how quiet it was. Now the flat six growls like a racing Porsche. Working on some nice exhaust tips. I thought the mufflers looked to long also and covered the nice single sided swing arm.
Anyways, I'll stop rambling, happy to be a member. Here's some pics of her:
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