Staintune Comparison

[Southpaw50_imp]

I've noticed numerous new threads lately tied to after market exhaust systems. When I first joined the forum after purchasing my 2013, the first thing I noticed was a video comparing the Staintune muffler to the stock one. I immediately contacted Pirate's Lair, purchased one, and installed it on my bike before the 600 mile service. Now I have 11,000 miles on my bike and the Staintune is still in perfect condition with no discoloring, no performance issues, no problems at all. I believe the large number of folks on this forum that own a Staintune will agree it's a high quality product and well worth the price.

For the many new members on the forum wondering which after market muffler to purchase, check out this very well produced video by Bill Shriever comparing the stock muffler to the Staintune. I haven't seen this video on the forum for quite some time so I tracked it down and posted it here. Enjoy. . .

 

[Pterodactyl_imp]

I'm more than happy with my Staintune. Thanks for reminding me.

Cheers

 

[tomas_imp]

Love my Staintune, not only it is well made but it has the right amount of sound level for me. Wish they made a four into one header for it................

 

[Bob Sdaman_imp]

I've spent the last hour or two looking around at the different cans for this bike, and I think it's clear that Staintune has won my heart. Nothing else even really comes close. (But as is often the case, the one I like is also one of the most expensive). Of course it is!

So we can buy these things direct from Australia? Australia??! That'll be a first for me.
It'll also be the first mod for this thing, and I confident it's a good one. The stock sound just isn't bringing home the bacon for me.

Well, I just need something "safer". Loud exhaust is good, right? Just keep telling myself that, and the $800 price tag wont sting so much.

Loud exhaust is safe exhaust.
Loud exhaust is safe exhaust...

 

[Elipten_imp]

There is a used one on eBay for $500. Not mine but just saying.


2014 CB1100 DLX
2013 CB1100 Std
1990 BMW K75 RT

 

[Pterodactyl_imp]

I've spent the last hour or two looking around at the different cans for this bike, and I think it's clear that Staintune has won my heart. Nothing else even really comes close. (But as is often the case, the one I like is also one of the most expensive). Of course it is!

So we can buy these things direct from Australia? Australia??! That'll be a first for me.
It'll also be the first mod for this thing, and I confident it's a good one. The stock sound just isn't bringing home the bacon for me.

Well, I just need something "safer". Loud exhaust is good, right? Just keep telling myself that, and the $800 price tag wont sting so much.

Loud exhaust is safe exhaust.
Loud exhaust is safe exhaust...

Mate, don't cry. AUD800? At the current exchange rate that's about USD586. So the sting might bleed a little, but it won't kill you.

Also the Staintune is not (Harley) loud. Louder than OEM yes, but more throaty would be a better description.

Cheers, and great choice of can.

 

[Southpaw50_imp]

Actually you would order from a company named Pirates Lair based somewhere near you (North Carolina or Virginia).

I've spent the last hour or two looking around at the different cans for this bike, and I think it's clear that Staintune has won my heart. Nothing else even really comes close. (But as is often the case, the one I like is also one of the most expensive). Of course it is!

So we can buy these things direct from Australia? Australia??! That'll be a first for me.
It'll also be the first mod for this thing, and I confident it's a good one. The stock sound just isn't bringing home the bacon for me.

Well, I just need something "safer". Loud exhaust is good, right? Just keep telling myself that, and the $800 price tag wont sting so much.

Loud exhaust is safe exhaust.
Loud exhaust is safe exhaust...

 

[Bob Sdaman_imp]

Definitely not looking for Harley-loud (aka, obnoxiously-loud). Some of those numbskulls really take it overboard.

The pipe from Arrow is nice too, but Staintune just hits the mark perfectly (and Youtube has been quite helpful as well).

So let it be written, so let it be done!
I appreciate the Pirate's Lair info. Thanks fellas.

 

[Southpaw50_imp]

Definitely not looking for Harley-loud (aka, obnoxiously-loud). Some of those numbskulls really take it overboard.

The pipe from Arrow is nice too, but Staintune just hits the mark perfectly (and Youtube has been quite helpful as well).

So let it be written, so let it be done!
I appreciate the Pirate's Lair info. Thanks fellas.

This should help Bob. http://pirateslair.net/StaintuneCB1100.htm

 

[Pterodactyl_imp]

Pirates Lair. Aptly named. If I had payed AUD1,130 for my Staintune, Darling would probably now be using my guts for garters.

Cheers

 

[Gumby 1100_imp]

Pirates Lair. Aptly named. If I had payed AUD1,130 for my Staintune, Darling would probably now be using my guts for garters.

Cheers

With current exchange rates, $800 Australian dollars equates to $786 Canadian...
The last time I checked, there was little to no duty on Australian items brought into Canada, so I would deal directly with Staintune.

I think I know where most of my 2015 Income Tax Refund will be going in the new year!

 

[Huladog_imp]

The first time around I ordered my Staintune from Pirate's Lair for the $830 USD with shipping since there didn't seem to be another way to get one in the US.

This time I just checked Staintune.com.au and it let me go through the online ordering process and calculated international shipping to the US.

Granted it's still $800 AUD for the muffler plus $100 AUD for international shipping but the Google foreign exchange calculator came up with $653.17 USD which ain't too bad compared to other options like the Arrow at $500+ USD.

I hope I was reading the Australian site correctly about which currency was displayed. I may just order one direct from Australia this time around.

Aloha,
Huladog

 

[Papa Weeley_imp]

The first time around I ordered my Staintune from Pirate's Lair for the $830 USD with shipping since there didn't seem to be another way to get one in the US.

This time I just checked Staintune.com.au and it let me go through the online ordering process and calculated international shipping to the US.

Granted it's still $800 AUD for the muffler plus $100 AUD for international shipping but the Google foreign exchange calculator came up with $653.17 USD which ain't too bad compared to other options like the Arrow at $500+ USD.

I hope I was reading the Australian site correctly about which currency was displayed. I may just order one direct from Australia this time around.

Aloha,
Huladog

I did the exact same thing a few months ago, dealing with them direct. Great service, quick delivery, an awesome piece of kit. Very high quality, and the bike now sounds like an inline four ought to. What's not love?

 

[Capo]

That Staintune on eBay is down to $475. Someone should definitely buy it.


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[Gumby 1100_imp]

That Staintune on eBay is down to $475. Someone should definitely buy it.


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The price does seem attractive...however, I learned a valuable lesson when buying a used exhaust from a distant private individual. Their interpretation of "excellent condition" does not always match mine

Furthermore, the seller is not accepting returns and does not state why he is selling the Staintune...something I would like to know.

 

[the Ferret]

I really wish they would put out a set for the deluxe, not that I would spend that kind of coin, but someone would and I would love to hear how it sounds

 

[Lord Popgun]

I really wish they would put out a set for the deluxe, not that I would spend that kind of coin, but someone would and I would love to hear how it sounds

Says the man who traded a perfectly good '13 for a new DLX the instant they hit the showroom...

 

[Papa Weeley_imp]

^ :rofl:

 

[Elipten_imp]

Heck at least he traded in, I just added to the inventory.


2014 CB1100 DLX
2013 CB1100 Std
1990 BMW K75 RT

 

[the_undecider_imp]

That Staintune on eBay is down to $475. Someone should definitely buy it.


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The price does seem attractive...however, I learned a valuable lesson when buying a used exhaust from a distant private individual. Their interpretation of "excellent condition" does not always match mine

Furthermore, the seller is not accepting returns and does not state why he is selling the Staintune...something I would like to know.

The price does seem attractive...however, I learned a valuable lesson when buying a used exhaust from a distant private individual. Their interpretation of "excellent condition" does not always match mine

Furthermore, the seller is not accepting returns and does not state why he is selling the Staintune...something I would like to know.
It worked out well for me when I bought Huladog's Staintune. It even came with the box filled full of Aloha!