Cobra True Duals 1600

jandreu · 02-28-2012, 07:40 PM

OK, I've been going back and forth about a new exhaust system. Currently have stock debaffled on my 07 1600. Have already installed a Cobra TFI and Hypercharger so I'm ready for the free flowing exhaust. The problem is I don't want the bike much louder than it is now but I really want more power. So I figured I'd try opening up the exhaust before I decided to sell the Nomad and get a Yamaha Strat S instead. The Nomads lack of power just does not excite me and I'm not willing to live with it much longer if I can't find a way to improve it. I have done the research and the Cobra True Duals look like they are the quietest of the aftermarket pipes.
I've had loud pipes on all my bikes in the past and I'm to old and to tired of the sound now.
My question is, does anyone have any info on a reasonable place to buy them. I've been looking around and the cheapest I can find them is around $495 plus shipping which to me adds another $90 bucks or so.

Also, if any one has a pic of a 1600 with the billet tipped Cobra true duals I'd like to see it.
Thanks for everyones time.

**markclark57** · 02-28-2012, 07:58 PM

If you want Max HorsePower over style and comfort shop here before you buy your next machine.

http://www.cyclehp.com/index.php?pag...r=hp&sort=desc

I have the Cobra true duals (not the billet tips). If your not happy with the power of your Nomad, I doubt that the difference made by the Cobra's will impress you $600.00 worth.

cactusjack · 02-28-2012, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by jandreu

OK, I've been going back and forth about a new exhaust system. Currently have stock debaffled on my 07 1600. Have already installed a Cobra TFI and Hypercharger so I'm ready for the free flowing exhaust. The problem is I don't want the bike much louder than it is now but I really want more power. So I figured I'd try opening up the exhaust before I decided to sell the Nomad and get a Yamaha Strat S instead. The Nomads lack of power just does not excite me and I'm not willing to live with it much longer if I can't find a way to improve it. I have done the research and the Cobra True Duals look like they are the quietest of the aftermarket pipes.
I've had loud pipes on all my bikes in the past and I'm to old and to tired of the sound now.
My question is, does anyone have any info on a reasonable place to buy them. I've been looking around and the cheapest I can find them is around $495 plus shipping which to me adds another $90 bucks or so.

Also, if any one has a pic of a 1600 with the billet tipped Cobra true duals I'd like to see it.
Thanks for everyones time.

Here you go...these were taken right after I added my Cobra True Duals w/billet tips:

And here's a little video with sound:

redjay · 02-28-2012, 08:31 PM

If your not happy with the power of your Nomad, I doubt that the difference made by the Cobra's will impress you $600.00 worth.

+1.

cactusjack · 02-28-2012, 08:38 PM

Yeah, you won't see much increase, if any.

AlabamaNomadRider · 02-28-2012, 09:02 PM

I have, in the past, seen some pretty good deals on Cobra pipes. I would keep checking and see what kind of deal you may find.

As far as power I have way more power than I probably need. I could really get in trouble if I opened it up. I don't know if my bike has more power than anyone else's but I am very well satisfied. I can beat most cars from a standstill and it goes fast enough to get me a reckless driving or riding ticket. I haven't been caught but it goes fast enough to put me in that category.

It isn't a Honda V65 that would smoke the tires but I don't need that any longer. I have gotten beyond that several years ago. Am I happy with my Nomad? You could definitely say I am.

yoda · 02-28-2012, 09:03 PM

I have the Cobras and love em. But they don't make the bike run like a Stratoliner...

**markclark57** · 02-28-2012, 10:52 PM

Go for the 2004 Hayabusa Dude. We'll scrape you up later.

After my current mods I took my '06 Nomad to 115 mph (125 on the speedo) and it still had legs if not for the rev limiter. I have a 205/60-16 GYTT tire on the rear and it will still break it loose. If that's not enough power . . . either there is something wrong with your Nomad or you're just looking for suicide.

Monkeyman · 02-28-2012, 11:53 PM

225hp on the 'Busa??!! I don't think I have that many horses in my Blazer.

If you want power in a cruiser, the Strat isn't a bad way to go. It's a hell of a lot bigger (motor wise) than the 1600 Nomad so I would hope it would have more power. I rode with someone last year who had just bought an '09 Strat holdover. No way I would have been able to keep up with him. I now have an open intake, fuel processor and V&H exhaust and while I'm sure I have a bit more power (I've heard it adds as much as 10hp), there's still no way I'd be able to keep up with him.

I'll have to 2nd whoever said you won't get a $600 improvement in power with the exhaust although I'll bet you see something. The Nomad has more than enough power to get out if it's own way but it's not a Ninja/Hayabusa/Ducati.

**ringadingh** · 02-29-2012, 12:07 AM

You'll get a nicer sound out of the Cobras but i doubt any more power.

**markclark57** · 02-29-2012, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ringadingh

You'll get a nicer sound out of the Cobras but i doubt any more power.

I got a notable HP increase with my Cobra/PC III install, but I didn't Dyno until after so I can't prove it. Added a few more with Chuckster's Single plate and a Dyno Map after that.

dmyers · 02-29-2012, 07:13 AM

You can never have "TO MUCH HORSEPOWER"
I spent Every extra dime and all my time trying to get
My 1325 turbo cartire bike to go faster. Just never have enough HP
My problem is HP costs money.I never have enough of that either

**ringadingh** · 02-29-2012, 10:03 AM

Ive spent a fortune in the past on buying HP, I hope those days are over for me. If I was to do it again I think the best way is use the largest motor possible, and nitrous.

**Top Cat** · 02-29-2012, 10:18 AM

Bunch a damn speed freaks around here.

All I did was a baffelectomy on my 07.
That freekin monster will go the speed limit with no problem now.

cactusjack · 02-29-2012, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by markclark57

I got a notable HP increase with my Cobra/PC III install, but I didn't Dyno until after so I can't prove it. Added a few more with Chuckster's Single plate and a Dyno Map after that.

Didn't you gain like 3 HP after the dyno run?

02-28-2012, 07:40 PM	#1
jandreu Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Makawao, Hawaii Posts: 1,409	Cobra True Duals 1600 OK, I've been going back and forth about a new exhaust system. Currently have stock debaffled on my 07 1600. Have already installed a Cobra TFI and Hypercharger so I'm ready for the free flowing exhaust. The problem is I don't want the bike much louder than it is now but I really want more power. So I figured I'd try opening up the exhaust before I decided to sell the Nomad and get a Yamaha Strat S instead. The Nomads lack of power just does not excite me and I'm not willing to live with it much longer if I can't find a way to improve it. I have done the research and the Cobra True Duals look like they are the quietest of the aftermarket pipes. I've had loud pipes on all my bikes in the past and I'm to old and to tired of the sound now. My question is, does anyone have any info on a reasonable place to buy them. I've been looking around and the cheapest I can find them is around $495 plus shipping which to me adds another $90 bucks or so. Also, if any one has a pic of a 1600 with the billet tipped Cobra true duals I'd like to see it. Thanks for everyones time. __________________ James Andreu '07 1600 Red/Silver VBA Member #1356 jandreu@hawaiiantel.net Login or Register to Remove Ads
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02-28-2012, 07:58 PM	#2
markclark57 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 3,108	If you want Max HorsePower over style and comfort shop here before you buy your next machine. http://www.cyclehp.com/index.php?pag...r=hp&sort=desc I have the Cobra true duals (not the billet tips). If your not happy with the power of your Nomad, I doubt that the difference made by the Cobra's will impress you $600.00 worth. __________________ 2006 Vulcan 1600 Classic "George III" (Patricia's) 2006 Vulcan 1600 Nomad "Grace" (Mark's) Mark Clark VBA #1619 TaibhseDaid@Gmail.Com "Irish" @ Maricopa County Chapter of B.A.C.A. Phoenix, AZ Last edited by markclark57; 02-28-2012 at 08:04 PM.
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cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Yeah, you won't see much increase, if any. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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02-28-2012, 09:02 PM	#6
AlabamaNomadRider Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boaz, Alabama Posts: 13,742	I have, in the past, seen some pretty good deals on Cobra pipes. I would keep checking and see what kind of deal you may find. As far as power I have way more power than I probably need. I could really get in trouble if I opened it up. I don't know if my bike has more power than anyone else's but I am very well satisfied. I can beat most cars from a standstill and it goes fast enough to get me a reckless driving or riding ticket. I haven't been caught but it goes fast enough to put me in that category. It isn't a Honda V65 that would smoke the tires but I don't need that any longer. I have gotten beyond that several years ago. Am I happy with my Nomad? You could definitely say I am. __________________ Gene Cross, Jr. Boaz, Alabama KawaNOW/VBA #1181
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02-28-2012, 09:03 PM	#7
yoda Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Lititz, PA Posts: 432	I have the Cobras and love em. But they don't make the bike run like a Stratoliner... __________________ I used to be indecisive, but now I am not so sure... Yoda VBA #01311 SCRC Chapter 289 07 Nomad
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02-28-2012, 08:31 PM	#4
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,945	If your not happy with the power of your Nomad, I doubt that the difference made by the Cobra's will impress you $600.00 worth. +1.
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02-28-2012, 10:52 PM	#8
markclark57 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 3,108	Go for the 2004 Hayabusa Dude. We'll scrape you up later. After my current mods I took my '06 Nomad to 115 mph (125 on the speedo) and it still had legs if not for the rev limiter. I have a 205/60-16 GYTT tire on the rear and it will still break it loose. If that's not enough power . . . either there is something wrong with your Nomad or you're just looking for suicide. __________________ 2006 Vulcan 1600 Classic "George III" (Patricia's) 2006 Vulcan 1600 Nomad "Grace" (Mark's) Mark Clark VBA #1619 TaibhseDaid@Gmail.Com "Irish" @ Maricopa County Chapter of B.A.C.A. Phoenix, AZ Last edited by markclark57; 02-28-2012 at 11:02 PM.
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02-28-2012, 11:53 PM	#9
Monkeyman Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Wilkesboro, NC Posts: 6,289	225hp on the 'Busa??!! I don't think I have that many horses in my Blazer. If you want power in a cruiser, the Strat isn't a bad way to go. It's a hell of a lot bigger (motor wise) than the 1600 Nomad so I would hope it would have more power. I rode with someone last year who had just bought an '09 Strat holdover. No way I would have been able to keep up with him. I now have an open intake, fuel processor and V&H exhaust and while I'm sure I have a bit more power (I've heard it adds as much as 10hp), there's still no way I'd be able to keep up with him. I'll have to 2nd whoever said you won't get a $600 improvement in power with the exhaust although I'll bet you see something. The Nomad has more than enough power to get out if it's own way but it's not a Ninja/Hayabusa/Ducati. __________________ Christopher "Monkeyman" Gray ---------------------------- Widows Sons "Overseers" Patriot Guard Rider USArmy 1987-1990 2021 Can Am Spyder RT 2018 Can Am Spyder RT Limited - SOLD 2014 Nomad - SOLD 2012 Victory Vision - SOLD 2007 Black Nomad - SOLD VMC #9367 VBA #1860
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02-29-2012, 12:07 AM	#10
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	You'll get a nicer sound out of the Cobras but i doubt any more power. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
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02-29-2012, 07:13 AM	#12
dmyers Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: springfield Mo Posts: 1,310	You can never have "TO MUCH HORSEPOWER" I spent Every extra dime and all my time trying to get My 1325 turbo cartire bike to go faster. Just never have enough HP My problem is HP costs money.I never have enough of that either __________________ Don Myers 2012 green vaquero custom bars V&H pro pipe FI2000 custom intake work in progress
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02-29-2012, 10:03 AM	#13
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	Ive spent a fortune in the past on buying HP, I hope those days are over for me. If I was to do it again I think the best way is use the largest motor possible, and nitrous. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
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02-29-2012, 10:18 AM	#14
Top Cat Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of New York State Posts: 15,154	Bunch a damn speed freaks around here. All I did was a baffelectomy on my 07. That freekin monster will go the speed limit with no problem now. __________________ Tim "TC" Conley VBA #9 2011 Victory Kingpin mine 2013 Victory Boardwalk -hers [LEFT][COLOR=#000000] [SIZE=4]
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