{"product_id":"drag-exhaust-pipes-for-harley-davidson-softail-1984-2021-forward-controls","title":"Drag Exhaust Pipes for Harley Davidson Softail (1984-2021) Forward Controls","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Flow 2\" LAF Drag Exhaust Pipes for 1984-2021 Harley Davidson Softail (FXST\/FLST)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2\" LAF Drag Exhaust Pipes replace restrictive factory headers and muffled silencers on 1984-2021 Softail models to maximize exhaust gas velocity, reduce backpressure, and lower radiant footpeg temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Harley Davidson Softail Exhaust Restriction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory exhaust assemblies on the \u003cstrong\u003eFXST\/FLST\u003c\/strong\u003e platform rely on restrictive crossover balance chambers, catalytic matrices, and heavy sound-deadening baffles. These internal obstructions generate exhaust backpressure that hinders high-RPM scavenging across the \u003cstrong\u003eEvolution\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eTwin Cam\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eMilwaukee-Eight\u003c\/strong\u003e engine cycles. Additionally, factory steel heat shields concentrate radiant heat along the lower frame rail, exposing forward controls and the rider's boots to thermal fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for maximum cylinder evacuation, this unbaffled straight-pipe system features 2-inch CNC mandrel-bent steel tubing that maintains constant cross-sectional area through every contour. The high-temperature black powder coating withstands thermal cycling up to 1400°F to prevent thermal oxidation and flaking. Factory-wrapped thermal weave reduces radiant heat emissions near foot controls, while the true dual layout completely isolates exhaust pulses for aggressive pulse timing, cleaner mid-to-top torque transfer, and a raw mechanical tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 Drag Exhaust Pipes (Pre-Wrapped with Thermal Heat Wrap)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 Exhaust Port Flanges with Retaining Rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePipe-to-Pipe Mounting Bracket and Hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStainless Steel Heat Wrap Ties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100% style=\" border-collapse: collapse border: solid font-size: min-width:\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1984-2021 Harley Davidson Softail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEvolution, Twin Cam, Milwaukee-Eight \/ FXST, FLST\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e67-100 hp \/ 82-119 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1984-2021 Harley Davidson Softail (FXST, FLST) models with forward controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcludes all mid-control configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcludes Ironhead Sportster models (1957-1985)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the FXST\/FLST Softail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for 1984-2021 Harley Davidson Softail models with \u003cstrong\u003eEvolution\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eTwin Cam\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eMilwaukee-Eight\u003c\/strong\u003e engines equipped with forward controls. \u003cstrong\u003eThis system will not fit motorcycles with mid controls or 1957-1985 Ironhead engines.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAre extra frame mounting brackets required for installation?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included hardware ties the two pipes together rigidly; an independent frame bracket is not included and may need fabrication depending on chassis configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Harley Davidson Muscle Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for raw V-Twin torque and acoustic output, these mandrel-bent drag pipes strip away dead weight and flow bottlenecks to deliver unmatched low-slung clearance and authentic American cruiser throttle response.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67599142584568,"sku":"DS-EZ5CKWSPE","price":127.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/drag-exhaust-pipes-for-harley-davidson-softail-1984-2021-forward-controls-1.jpg?v=1791474778","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/drag-exhaust-pipes-for-harley-davidson-softail-1984-2021-forward-controls","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}