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Harley-Davidson XR1200 Pipe Comparison

Shootout at the XR Corral

By Don Lindfors, Photography by Don Lindfors, Jordan Mastagni
  • Harley Davidson XR1200 Pipe Comparison Supertrapp Pipes
  • Harley Davidson XR1200 Pipe Comparison Supertrapp Pipes

SuperTrapp pipes are made in Cleveland, Ohio, and have offered a unique, patented tunable disc system since 1971. Well known in both automotive and motorcycle circles the tunable disc system allows the tuner to add or subtract discs to tune the powerband and sound of the bike in just a few minutes with basic hand tools. The SuperTrapp system is also made of stainless steel and is a 2-into-2 style that mimics some of the low swept type flat track systems that we have seen on the track lately. Considering that this is a 2-into-2 system that is fairly large overall we were surprised at it being a bit of a featherweight as well coming in at only 14 pounds and eliminated the front OE mounting bracket for an additional 2 1/2 pound savings. We went with SuperTrapp's recommendation of 18 discs for the best all around power and due to the unique design you can add or subtract to move the horsepower and torque curves to suit your riding style and sound requirements. The SuperTrapp did increase ground clearance in the front on the lower pipe but interestingly lost a little under the footpeg area. We aren't sure if this is really a cause for concern but we have heard some riders say they have touched this section on the pavement. The SuperTrapp turned out to make the highest horsepower rating, but did suffer from a torque loss down low.


So after all the testing and analyzing, what did we learn? You'll have to check out the Volume 42 Number 3 issue of HOT BIKE for the results, which include dyno testing, sound testing, weight testing, installation time, and more. The issue is on sale January 12, 2010, so when you pick up your copy let us know what you think!

SOURCES
SuperTrapp
4540 W. 160th St.
Cleveland
OH  44135
216-265-8400
www.supertrapp.com
Remus USA
1365 63rd Street
Emeryville
CA  94608
510-595-3300
www.remususa.com
BUB Exhaust
180 Spring Hill Dr
Grass Valley
CA  95945
800-934-9739
www.bubent.com
Storz Performance
239 South Olive Street
Ventura
CA  93001
805-641-9540
www.storzperf.com
D&D Exhaust
2923 Edith Lane
Fort Worth
TX  76117
817-834-8961
www.danddexhaust.com
Termignoni
151 Calle Iglesia
San Clemente
CA  92672
800-221-7291
www.lockhartphillipsusa.com
Dyno Dave's
2199 N. Batavia St. Suite L
Orange
CA  92865
714-282-9000
www.dyno-daves.com
Tsukigi USA
20710 Manhattan Place #133
Torrance
CA  90501
310-328-3224
www.tsukigi.com
Patriot Top Fueler
440 East Arrow Highway
San Dimas
CA  91773
909-599-5955
www.patriotpipes.com
Vance & Hines
13861 Rosecrans Ave.
Santa Fe Springs
CA  90670
562-921-7461
www.vanceandhines.com
Piper Cross Filter
589 Hart Lane
Sagle
ID  83860
877-234-5150
www.calsportbike.com
By Don Lindfors
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