Best Aftermarket Motorcycle Exhaust Brands for Cruisers

Key Takeaways

• The right exhaust brand depends on your bike, fitment, preferred sound, finish, and whether you want slip-ons or a full system.
• West End Motorsports carries exhaust options from established brands including Bassani, Cobra, Khrome Werks, Rinehart Racing, TAB Performance, and Vance & Hines.
• Performance changes depend on the specific exhaust, motorcycle, intake, catalyst configuration, and tune. Don't assume every slip-on adds horsepower.
• Check the exact year, make, and model before ordering an exhaust. West End Motorsports provides guaranteed fitment assistance.

You can hear it coming. First, you hear a slow rumble and then a rich throaty sound as it passes and you know exactly what it is. An aftermarket motorcycle exhaust is often one of the first upgrades riders consider for a V-twin cruiser. A new aftermarket exhaust system for your cruiser bike offers a stylish look and a different exhaust note from the stock system.

Whether you want to install a full exhaust system for a larger change to your bike's exhaust setup or a slip-on exhaust to improve sound and aesthetics, there’s a wide range of exhaust brands to choose from. Here’s an overview of some of the top aftermarket motorcycle exhaust brands to help you personalize your bike.

Bassani

Bassani is one of the most recognized aftermarket motorcycle exhaust brands in the market. Their exhausts combine classic styling, durable construction, and a range of exhaust notes and configurations. These exhausts are available in slip-on and full-system configurations, with West End Motorsports currently carrying Bassani systems and mufflers for Harley Davidson and Indian applications, among others. Their 2-into-1 exhaust systems remain a major part of the brand's lineup.

Cobra Motorcycle Exhaust

Cobra motorcycle exhausts turn a tame-sounding cruiser bike into an aggressive, growling road hog. These aftermarket exhausts are available in a range of configurations and finishes for V-twin cruisers. They’re a solid choice when you’re looking for an aftermarket alternative to your stock exhaust setup. Cobra aftermarket motorcycle exhausts provide a low, throaty rumble and are available in a variety of styles to fit your Harley, Yamaha, Honda, or other V-twin cruiser bikes.

Don't assume every Cobra slip-on will produce the same horsepower or torque change. The result depends on the specific bike, exhaust system, intake, catalyst configuration, and tuning.

Freedom Performance

If you’re looking for aftermarket exhaust systems with a wide selection of styles, check out Freedom Performance exhausts. These exhausts include slip-ons and full systems in chrome and black finishes for a range of cruiser applications. Cruiser bike owners can choose among systems designed for Harley Davidson, Indian, and other motorcycles currently represented in West End Motorsports' catalog.

Khrome Werks

Khrome Werks aftermarket motorcycle exhausts include U.S.-made systems and mufflers built for sound, styling, and application-specific performance. Current options include HP Plus mufflers and 2-into-1 and 2-into-2 systems, with different baffles and finishes available on select applications.

Performance and heat characteristics depend on the exact system. For example, some Khrome Werks full systems use specific pipe routing or stepped headers to target horsepower, torque, or rider heat, so check the specifications for the system that fits your bike.

TAB Performance

TAB Performance offers slip-on mufflers and full exhaust systems for Harley Davidson and other V-twin applications. Its current West End Motorsports selection includes Blunt Force slip-ons and Redline 2-into-1 systems, along with multiple muffler tips and configurations.

One of TAB Performance's biggest draws is the ability to choose among different muffler and baffle setups on compatible applications. That lets riders compare sound, appearance, and fitment instead of treating every aftermarket exhaust as the same upgrade.

RCX Xhaust

Whether you want to add some more sound or change your exhaust setup, RCX Xhaust offers a selection of aftermarket motorcycle exhausts that you can add to your V-twin cruiser bike. RCX slip-ons are popular for their deep, rumbling sound and are available for select Harley Davidson and Indian applications.

These pipes are available in black ceramic or chrome detailing and come with a lifetime manufacturer’s warranty. RC Components states that the warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for as long as the original purchaser owns the vehicle, subject to its warranty exclusions.

Rinehart Racing

If you’re looking for performance aftermarket exhaust systems for Harley Davidson and Indian motorcycles, check out Rinehart Racing exhausts. Bring back the old school exhaust sound to your V-twin cruiser bike with slip-on mufflers from Rinehart Racing. These aftermarket motorcycle exhausts give you several options for changing your bike's sound, appearance, and exhaust configuration.

West End Motorsports currently carries Rinehart slip-ons and full systems, including application-specific 49-state and 50-state emissions-compliant products. Check the individual product listing because emissions approval varies by system.

S&S Cycle Exhaust

S&S Cycle Exhaust is a leader in performance motorcycle parts for Harley Davidson and the powersports industry, and their aftermarket exhausts cover several styles and applications. When it’s time to upgrade your exhaust system, S&S Cycle offers options including Grand National slip-ons, MK45 mufflers, and Power Tune headers. Whether you need slip-ons, headers, mufflers, or related exhaust hardware, check the specific S&S application for your motorcycle before ordering.

SVT Boneshakers

SVT Boneshakers focuses on slip-on mufflers for Harley Davidson Touring and Trike applications. West End Motorsports currently carries Boneshaker GEN 4, Jackhammers GEN 4, and Bullies slip-on mufflers in multiple finishes and model-year ranges.

These mufflers are aimed at riders looking for a stronger exhaust note without replacing the entire exhaust system. As with any slip-on, confirm exact fitment for your year and model before ordering.

Vance & Hines

There are several great brands that offer a wide selection of specific motorcycle exhaust styles for different cruiser brands. Brands like Vance & Hines offer slip-on mufflers as well as complete systems, headers, and other exhaust components. Founded in 1979 by Terry Vance and Byron Hines, the company continues to build exhaust, intake, fuel-management, and engine products for motorcycles.

You’ll find other current options at West End Motorsports from brands such as TAB Performance and SVT Boneshakers. You can compare aftermarket motorcycle exhaust slip-ons and head pipes for your full exhaust configuration.

Shop Aftermarket Exhausts at West End Motorsports

If you’re looking for name-brand aftermarket cruiser motorcycle exhausts for your next upgrade project, get started at West End Motorsports. We stock top-brand exhausts and other aftermarket motorcycle parts and accessories that you can install yourself.

Shop by bike, category, and brand at our online store and enjoy guaranteed fitment and free shipping on qualifying orders over $99 in the continental U.S. If you're not sure which exhaust fits your motorcycle, call West End Motorsports at 570-992-1113 for product and fitment support.