Opinions for XB12R Exhaust?

[04Bolt]

Hey everyone.. Bought my firebolt about a month ago..Ive been lookin at the Jardine GP1 exhaust.. Anyone have any input good or bad about this exhaust? Anyone have any suggestions for a better pipe performance/sound wise? Thanks much all

 

[dave_xb12r]

No Jardine. There are better options.

Drummer... or if you're on the cheap, Voodoo, that's what I run.

 

[50dro]

Read the shootout for a detailed comparison...

American Sportbike

I've also been talking with Randy at Hawk Performance. He's a real nice guy who's willing to work to your specifications. I think I'm going to have him make a pipe for me...Only $175!! [up]

 

[04Bolt]

Did you have to buy ECM and do any tuning?
Thanks!

 

[50dro]

Not sure if you were asking me or Dave, but it appears that most pipe builders (Drummer, Special O.P.S., Voodoo, etc) say that it's not "necessary" although it is always preferred to tune (with ECMSpy). Randy (Hawk) suggests a re-tune and actually posts Buell race maps on his web site for free!! I hope that helps???

 

[dave_xb12r]

like what 50dro said, the pipe builders say its not necessary, but that is only if you dont have a intake mod. If you do have an intake mod, you can get a pipe, then load the race ECM. Keep in mind, the race ECM is tuned for the race pipe so it's not exact, but it will work

 

[Stangxb12r]

what is the website that these maps are on?? I am looking to remap but not sure when I can

thanks

 

[Stevenc150]

Here ya go: Hawk Performance Exhaust

 

[buellet proof]

I have a GP1 and I think it's alright other than it is not loud enough for me. It looks pretty cool on the bike too.

 

[LeFox]

here's a complete jardine review...

jardine review

 

[twisted]

04bolt its all about what your looking for.... sound, performance, looks, and or price.

 

[buellman09]

I just got done putting a special ops on mine, and I am verry happy with it

 

[JJxb12r]

I just got a pipe done by Randy at hawk performance and it is amazing. It pulls hard at all rpm ranges and sounds awesome. Great pipe and a very nice guy

 

[keithd]

Does the Hawk muffler use the exhaust valve, or does it eliminate it? The pics on his site looked like it was still installed.

 

[50dro]

He doesn't remove it but it is no longer used.

 

[hula Buell]

Listen boys....Go with Hawk and you not only have soul and backbone you will make a friend for life.Randy is THE MAN...

 

[pritchpj]

does anyone know anything about this race pipe.
i think it was the same one that hals hd xb used.

i dont have the bike anymore but i still have an extra exhaust canister in even better shape than this one.
it is even polished nicely.

 

[pritchpj]

here is a pic of the pipe off the bike.

the bike on the track.
they will hear you coming!!

 

[stopie20]

Ummm all I have to say it SICK!..., and What about the header to match ???

 

[pritchpj]

i was told that it is a joint project with buell and beson or bison not really sure, and these pipes were only to be availible to racing teams ...
the race bike i bought had the whole pipe & the dude threw in this extra canister & a bunch of extras filing my truck & trailer.
almost 2 complete bikes. but it did cost me $10,000
and the bike was not exactly what i was told it was.
i have since sold the bike & most of the parts & bought a 1125r with the money.
there are a lot of misc little parts & hardware if anyone needs just ask. sorry to go on & on.