I just took off my Cobra pipes and put stock pipes on. WOW what a difference. Cobra pipes will never go back on. I couldn't believe the difference in the power. I figured there would be a difference but not that big of a difference. I guess HONDA had the right parts all along.

Kim has stock baffled Cobra 6x6 pipes on her 1998. There is a loss of power most noticeably at mid range, it has a big flat spot. My two Valks have glasspack exhaust & the loss of power is very apparent when switching from one bike to another.
Kim loves the noise so that's the way it will stay. I must admit it sounds awesome although too loud for my taste.