VANCE & HINES

Vance & Hines Exhaust

Vance & Hines makes aftermarket exhaust systems, slip-on mufflers, air intakes and Fuelpak tuning modules, mostly for Harley-Davidson cruisers and tourers, and it suits riders who want to change how their bike sounds and looks and don't mind matching each part to their model and year. MotoKong lists more than 300 Vance & Hines products, so start with the Exhaust & Emission Systems category or pick a line below.

Vance & Hines began in 1979 as a drag racing partnership between Terry Vance and Byron Hines and is based in Santa Fe Springs, California, according to Rider Magazine.

Shop Vance & Hines exhaust by line

Big Shots. Staggered two-pipe systems in chrome and black, including long versions. The listing for the Big Shots Exhaust in chrome describes a Power Chamber design, a cross-over, full-coverage heat shields and removable baffles.

Twin Slash. Our largest muffler line, with about two dozen listings of 3" slip-on mufflers sold in pairs, mostly in chrome and black. Example: the 3" Twin Slash Slip-On Muffler in chrome, which lists PCX (Power Chamber Exhaust) technology, a catalyst cartridge and heat shields.

Hi-Output. Slip-on mufflers and 2-into-1 systems. The Hi-Output RR Exhaust System is listed as 304 stainless steel with hand TIG-welded construction. A few Hi-Output slip-ons are for non-Harley bikes such as the Indian Scout and Honda SCL500.

We also carry Shortshots, Big Radius, Eliminator, Torquer, Straightshots and Pro Pipe exhausts, and a handful of Vance & Hines slip-ons for Honda and Kawasaki bikes.

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Check fitment before you order

Vance & Hines parts are model and year specific, and the listings carry real exclusions. The Hi-Output RR notes that it will not fit '17-'22 Tri Glide/Freewheeler and is not recommended for touring bikes with stretched saddlebags, and the Big Radius black system will not fit the '21+ Sportster S or '22 Nightster. Use the Fitment tab or Ride Finder on each product page, and read the emissions note on the listing, since it varies by product.

Vance & Hines questions

Should I buy slip-ons or a full system? Slip-ons such as Twin Slash replace only the mufflers; a full system such as Big Shots replaces the pipes too. Our slip-on vs full exhaust guide covers the trade-offs.

What is the difference between Big Shots and Twin Slash? Big Shots are complete staggered systems. Twin Slash are slip-on mufflers that bolt to the existing head pipes.

Do I need a tuner after changing my exhaust? It depends on the bike and the parts. Check the exhaust listing and Vance & Hines' notes for your model, and ask us if it is unclear.

Do Vance & Hines exhausts fit models other than Harley? A few do, including Indian Scout, Honda and Kawasaki slip-ons. Most of the catalog is Harley-Davidson.

Are they emissions legal? Some listings state 49-state emissions compliance and others say nothing. Check the listing and your local rules.

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