Basic drag pipes?

[beachbum]

Hi, new to the site but I've had my BD awhile now....

I have a 2004 BD Ridgeback, left side drive, with the Kerker SuperMeg 2 into 1 exhaust. A previous owner removed the baffle. I tried to get used to it, but not liking the feel or the sound, and can't find a replacement baffle.

Do any pipes designed for Harley models fit the '04 Ridgeback with S&S 107 ci?

Ideally, I'd like a basic set of chrome shotgun drag pipes, long and low, 1 3/4", preferably straight cut, but slash/baloney cut is fine.

what are my options?

I found these Paughco pipes: https://www.paughcoparts.com/products/drag-pipes-for-1986-2011-softails?_pos=4&_sid=23c133727&_ss=r



Thanks!

 

[HMAN]

Welcome from Kansas. There are a few options but they are shrinking all the time. Keep an eye on fleabay for some different sets. For quiet its hard to beat the 2 nto1 Kerker. With the baffle its easy on the ears. Without...dont ride behind Chong! The Blow exhaust is a great one but the baffles make them sound crappy. Kinda loud without

 

[beachbum]

Welcome from Kansas. There are a few options but they are shrinking all the time. Keep an eye on fleabay for some different sets. For quiet its hard to beat the 2 nto1 Kerker. With the baffle its easy on the ears. Without...dont ride behind Chong! The Blow exhaust is a great one but the baffles make them sound crappy. Kinda loud without

Thanks!

I saw the Blow that's available, not looking to make it louder, just a little more back pressure, so I'd want to run baffles in these Blow shorties...

...40", 1 3/4" shotgun drag pipes would do it

I read in another post here, that:

"When I bought my Martin Brother Mudusas. They told me the Bigdog chopper 2003-04 were the same pipes that fit a HD soft tail custom"

...so I'd "guess" that anything that fits an '04 softail custom would fit the S&S 107 ci motor, (is this accurate?)
...and the Paughco have an adjustable frame mount.

also says it fits '86 to '11 HD softails?

Drag Pipes For 1986 - 2011 Softails

1-3/4" Drag Pipes For 1986 - 2011 SoftailsTwo different styles of drag pipes for you to choose from. They come with O2 sensor bungs. On 1986 thru 2006 models, use the included bung plugs. DRAG PIPE SETS WITH ‘S’ STYLE REAR PIPESlider channel on the front pipe. Sets include a Paughco #731SB12...

www.paughcoparts.com

 

[Rottweiler]

I can't give you the correct answer. Someone should be along soon with the answer. I believe it might be correct for the 2004 and older models?

 

[Mr. Wright]

Thanks!

I saw the Blow that's available, not looking to make it louder, just a little more back pressure, so I'd want to run baffles in these Blow shorties...

...40", 1 3/4" shotgun drag pipes would do it

I read in another post here, that:

"When I bought my Martin Brother Mudusas. They told me the Bigdog chopper 2003-04 were the same pipes that fit a HD soft tail custom"

...so I'd "guess" that anything that fits an '04 softail custom would fit the S&S 107 ci motor, (is this accurate?)
...and the Paughco have an adjustable frame mount.

also says it fits '86 to '11 HD softails?

Drag Pipes For 1986 - 2011 Softails

1-3/4" Drag Pipes For 1986 - 2011 SoftailsTwo different styles of drag pipes for you to choose from. They come with O2 sensor bungs. On 1986 thru 2006 models, use the included bung plugs. DRAG PIPE SETS WITH ‘S’ STYLE REAR PIPESlider channel on the front pipe. Sets include a Paughco #731SB12...

www.paughcoparts.com

yes, that's because they are LHD

 

[Mikeinjersey]

Hi, new to the site but I've had my BD awhile now....

I have a 2004 BD Ridgeback, left side drive, with the Kerker SuperMeg 2 into 1 exhaust. A previous owner removed the baffle. I tried to get used to it, but not liking the feel or the sound, and can't find a replacement baffle.

Do any pipes designed for Harley models fit the '04 Ridgeback with S&S 107 ci?

Ideally, I'd like a basic set of chrome shotgun drag pipes, long and low, 1 3/4", preferably straight cut, but slash/baloney cut is fine.

what are my options?

I found these Paughco pipes: https://www.paughcoparts.com/products/drag-pipes-for-1986-2011-softails?_pos=4&_sid=23c133727&_ss=r

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Thanks!

Welcome,
Contact Big City Thunder questions@bigcitythunder.com They may have an option for you.

 

[beachbum]

Welcome,
Contact Big City Thunder questions@bigcitythunder.com They may have an option for you.

Thank, you; already did! I searched this site before posting my questions, some of the answers were 10+ years old, and I'm finding many of the parts available back then are no longer available / made.

Cheers!

 

[Snuffy]

Almost all the people who made parts for our bikes only make them for Harley anymore. They will be in trouble when Harley goes tits up. Been seeing many Harley dealers closing their doors. Sign of things to come? My point is the parts manufacturers had the tooling and equipment to make the parts for our bikes ( which was most of the costs) why not continue to make them. History tells you not to put all your eggs in one basket. Good luck finding what you need.

 

[Chong]

Welcome from Kansas. There are a few options but they are shrinking all the time. Keep an eye on fleabay for some different sets. For quiet its hard to beat the 2 nto1 Kerker. With the baffle its easy on the ears. Without...dont ride behind Chong! The Blow exhaust is a great one but the baffles make them sound crappy. Kinda loud without

Funny shit LMAO..
Yeah someone before me removed the baffles.. Luckily Knothead had a collector with baffles he sold me .. Although it never bothered me . Solo ride I may put the empty one on .. Although I never do a BD event without the baffled pipe now. Hehe .

Strictly (my) eyeball speaking the 2 into 1 can be a good look on Pro Street models using a slick theme look. Choppers probably not. I will say the sound has a good note, Very racey without baffles. JMHO.

 

[john sachs]

A way to tame straight pipes down, sound wise, and decel pop is:
Drill a 5/16 " hole in the bottom of each pipe. 1 1/2" to 2" in from the end.
Install a 5/16" bolt in the hole, threads up, with 1 or 2 nuts , and some washers.
Tighten.
That should give you enough "Back Pressure" to eliminate popping on decel, or waking up the dead, etc.

 

[Mickmorris]

Thank, you; already did! I searched this site before posting my questions, some of the answers were 10+ years old, and I'm finding many of the parts available back then are no longer available / made.

Cheers!

These are an option for the’04 ridgeback. Santee .50 cal drag style with covers & baffles. I still have a set somewhere in my storage in case I ever get tired of the Blow Exhaust.

 

[beachbum]

Thanks!

I quoted a post I found here above, stating if it fits a softail custom / standard, it will fit the ridgeback. I ordered a set of these from Dennis Kirk:

 

[beachbum]

These are an option for the’04 ridgeback. Santee .50 cal drag style with covers & baffles. I still have a set somewhere in my storage in case I ever get tired of the Blow Exhaust.View attachment 133634View attachment 133635

Interesting. I wouldn't expect shortster pipes to fit; great to know! thanks!

 

[Mickmorris]

Thanks!

I quoted a post I found here above, stating if it fits a softail custom / standard, it will fit the ridgeback. I ordered a set of these from Dennis Kirk:

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If you read that Santee ad closely it gives a different part # for the softail pipes as opposed to the sportster part#. Was just food for thought. Glad you found something you like. If you don’t put baffles in those definitely try the lollipops like John mentioned. Those pipes like they are not the best for engine performance.

 

[beachbum]

If you read that Santee ad closely it gives a different part # for the softail pipes as opposed to the sportster part#. Was just food for thought. Glad you found something you like. If you don’t put baffles in those definitely try the lollipops like John mentioned. Those pipes like they are not the best for engine performance.

Thanks, I didn't notice the model numbers in the advertisement!

 

[DynoDave]

I had drag pipes on my Mastiff with Big City Thunder baffles. Still loud, but sounded good.

 

[Mickmorris]

I had drag pipes on my Mastiff with Big City Thunder baffles. Still loud, but sounded good.View attachment 133647

I had drag pipes on the Vintage Sport when I bought it. If they only had covers they would be fine. I just didn’t like the bluing of the pipes much. Unfortunately it doesn’t take long for that to happen.