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Tank
10-14-2009, 12:55 PM
Here is the exhaust I built for my 1125...would like some input as to sound. I know youtube sound is only okay, but is the best I can do...
Paste this into the youtube search window... Buell 1125R "Tankenstien" Exhaust

Tank

Tank
10-14-2009, 01:38 PM
Well, there have been some folks looking at the post and the vid... comments, please!?!? Does it sound like something y'all would want on your own bike?
Tank

Stevenc150
10-14-2009, 02:30 PM
Tankenstein Exhaust

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03Firebolt9R
10-14-2009, 06:04 PM
I think that sounds awesome. What did you do?

PorcelainRabbit
10-14-2009, 06:30 PM
take it to the dyno, if the numbers are good, make it pretty, slap a logo on it and selllll them! :) nice sound :)

Tank
10-14-2009, 08:03 PM
Stevenc150, thanks for hooking them together! I was not sure how to do it, so I sure am glad you were able to do it for me!

Tank
10-14-2009, 08:05 PM
Rabbit and 9R, Thanks for the positive feedback! I spent a lot of time working out how to build it, so I am glad others think it sounds good, too!
Tank

toddb3
10-14-2009, 10:12 PM
I like it! Would love to hear a "drive by"

Tank
10-14-2009, 10:41 PM
So would I! I need to recruit my wife to record it for me. As soon as I get one recorded, I'll post it.

Buell_Cru
10-15-2009, 03:30 AM
Closest to a Harley sound I've heard on the 1125. Great job. Go dyno and get back with us.[up][up]

Tank
10-15-2009, 12:35 PM
Thanks! I am headed to a shop with a Dyno to do a little recon in a few minutes... we will have to wait and see what their schedule looks like I guess...

LeFox
10-15-2009, 12:50 PM
bit of a micron-growl to it...:o

Tank
10-15-2009, 02:43 PM
Okay, LeFox... please explain "micron-growl". What exactly does that mean in laymans terms???

Stevenc150
10-17-2009, 04:21 AM
- Link from Lefox's thread -

Micron Sound is the 2nd Buell (Black/Gold)

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hula Buell
10-17-2009, 08:12 AM
Wow!!! looks and sounds terrific.Great job...

roadrocker
10-17-2009, 10:37 AM
Sounds great like to see the dino test when its done.

shoeshineboy
10-19-2009, 11:47 AM
Sounds awesome! Did you have to re-map at all? How much would you charge to do them? i am definitely looking to get a better exhaust sound out of mine!

Tank
10-19-2009, 06:31 PM
I have not done any mods to anything but exhaust. It is an adaptive strategy DFI system, so the o2 sensors are working to regulate mixture on their own. I am now getting about 37-38 mpg average, so it went up maybe 2mpg+/-. I havent gotten the appointment with the Dynojet yet, hopefully next Monday. We shall see. As for pricing, well I guess with parts and labor and depending on powdercoat... about 600.00 plus shipping. It will not be EPA or DOT approved, so it will have "For Offroad Use Only" stamped on it.
Tank

shoeshineboy
10-19-2009, 08:59 PM
Let me know when you're ready to do them. $600 is a pretty fair price considering you don't have to mess with the ECM and re-mapping. Do you run a stock air filter or K&N with that?

Tank
10-19-2009, 10:18 PM
I have stock everything save for the pipe. The Dyno will let us know if we need to get a program tweek. I will keep everyone aprised of the development process.
Tank

cms1172
10-26-2009, 05:55 PM
I couldn't tell by the photos, is that your design or is it a modified buell can?

spymac
10-26-2009, 07:11 PM
Is today dyno Monday?

Tank
10-27-2009, 09:05 PM
After the events of Friday a week ago...I am looking for somewhere to trade in the bike and have seriously depreciated the urgency with wich I have been persuing the exhaust thing. I have a second prototype nearly ready and it will be th one on the dyno, if I still have the bike in a week or so. The Dyno shop is slammed with work and cant fit me in for my modified factory can-vs-Tankenstien can this week. Will keep everyone in the loop.

cms1172
11-03-2009, 10:05 PM
Tank, would you be willing to give out the schematics for the pipe? Some of us would like to build a nice exhaust for our bikes.

Tank
11-07-2009, 11:14 PM
I am not going to be able to get rid of my Buell, so I will resume efforts on the exhaust and hopefully have everything done (Dyno results, fly by sound recording, cost of materials, powdercoating and welding etc...) with a final cost and estimated availability by Christmas. All who are interested, just let me know and I will be planning ahead for al of you. Thanks

highmileage
01-12-2010, 07:41 PM
Whatever became of this pipe project?

Inquiring minds want to know... and so do I!

jcrane82
03-16-2010, 12:49 PM
Tank can you give us an update?

redliner172
03-17-2010, 10:27 PM
There sure are alot of people making their own exhausts these days. That takes alot of talent and probably alot of time so HOPEFULLY we will see something come of this soon.

cheezits
03-21-2010, 03:13 PM
that sound is fantastic!! i would love to know what kind of power increase there is. if any. if Tank is still working on this hit me up please.

Tank
09-14-2010, 06:44 PM
The pipe is on the bike...going to the Dragon Friday thru Monday...strictly for the sake of science of course...and will let everyone who cares know about the results. If all goes well I will have a shot at the Dyno in a week and then maybe production will resume. Looks like about $550.00 for ceramic powdercoated versions...the #'s will tell the tale. Until next week then...
Tank

03Firebolt9R
09-15-2010, 03:54 AM
DAMN Tank...where you been! I havent seen you on here in almost a year. My CR needs a pipe, get these going.

Tank
09-15-2010, 05:31 PM
Been hiding under a rock! It seems life just got in the way of everything else...but now I'm back to let you know I can really shake em down...sorry for bursting int song...Look for me on Killboy.com after this weekend...about to slap some freshly repainted skins in the old biatch! She will be all dressed up and looking for some fun. Pearl-metallic blue with red Buell grafics across her mid belly. maybe when I am done installing em in a few...I can post a pic or two.

Red93stang
09-16-2010, 08:04 AM
Tank, did you ever get it to the Dyno? I would be interested as well.

Father of an ERA
09-19-2010, 12:06 PM
Sounds great Tank. I would like to see pics when you have the finished product. I prefer the naked look on my bike so I don't have the bottom fariwing or chin spoiler. I am also looking forward to the dyno's numbers.

PorcelainRabbit
09-22-2010, 11:57 AM
Noah and his girlfriend were killed in an accident in Portland Tennesee, when a man pulled out in front of them. They were both killed instantly. He rode a Buell and we're are having a motorcycle ride in their honor to raise funding for a billboard to raise awareness for motorcyle drivers/riders. email wilsonpd64@aol.com or wrs106@aol.com for more information. Buell.com forum sent flowers to the funeral home and we appreciate you all thinking of our family. If you have any ideas on funding to help on the billboard please shoot us an email. The ride is Oct.2nd, registration at 12:30 in Portland Tennessee, at Victory Assembly Church -North Russell St. 15 per vehicle, cars/trucks/motorcycles welcomed!organizer: Jay McClain 615-325-3556

Thanks again,
Phil & Sheri Wilson
Ride Safe!!!