03-09-2014, 01:44 AM
I see both sides of this. I actually dont mind most bikes sound even under throttle. Some can be excessive. Especially with the car windows down next to one with my 2 yr old in the back seat.
I just roll the windows up.
I do understand the to loud complaint. It depends on where u are when they get on them.
The main bike that seems noisiest is a big twin w straight pipes. Most think its harleys but. There are so many big twins now. They develop most noise in lower rpms on acceleration.
I think the rider has alot to do with when to be loud or not. On any bike.
As for the cb1100 i have headers w no cat and a small canister in comparison to the fact. My bike doesnt get loud till im in the 4500 rpm range n then it has a throaty scream of mini formula 1.
The loud pipes saves lives is an argument for sure but. Here is what i know from being a biker n cager.( stole from another board member n like the term)
Most people see bikes initially. But tend to look beyond them at times or forget they are close. . I have done it myself. I know where i bike i can see and hear is , its a reminder for 2 senses vs only 1.
I just roll the windows up.
I do understand the to loud complaint. It depends on where u are when they get on them.
The main bike that seems noisiest is a big twin w straight pipes. Most think its harleys but. There are so many big twins now. They develop most noise in lower rpms on acceleration.
I think the rider has alot to do with when to be loud or not. On any bike.
As for the cb1100 i have headers w no cat and a small canister in comparison to the fact. My bike doesnt get loud till im in the 4500 rpm range n then it has a throaty scream of mini formula 1.
The loud pipes saves lives is an argument for sure but. Here is what i know from being a biker n cager.( stole from another board member n like the term)
Most people see bikes initially. But tend to look beyond them at times or forget they are close. . I have done it myself. I know where i bike i can see and hear is , its a reminder for 2 senses vs only 1.