Is a shorter exhaust pipe better?
When your engine is at low RPM, the amount of exhaust gases leaving is low, so the velocity it exits the exhaust is low. You can increase this velocity by using a smaller pipe, but this will create a restriction for higher RPM.
How much HP does a forty eight have?
60 hp
The 2021 Harley Davidson Forty-Eight: The Fat Tire Bobber Sharing the air-cooled, blacked-out, 1200cc Evolution™ Engine from the Iron 1200, it churns out a solid 60 hp and 73 lb-ft of torque.

Is a longer exhaust better?
If you are always running your engine at high rpm (for example if you are racing) then you may benefit from a larger exhaust. You will get poorer fuel economy, lose low end power and your maximum torque may be reduced but you’ll gain high end power.
Does a shorter exhaust system increase horsepower?
Air moves into and out of the combustion chamber when the intake and exhaust valves open and close. But if your car’s exhaust is too restrictive, the exhaust gases can spill back in due to back-pressure in the piping. This reduces available oxygen and decreases horsepower.
Is a shorter exhaust pipe louder?

It will probably get deeper witht he bigger pipe… if you use a smaller pipe it will be more high pitched. The “Loudness” is controlled by the muffler. I just did a 2.5 catback on mine and love it so far im also running a single chamber flowmaster as well as keeping the stock cat.
Is Harley 48 a Sportster?
One of the most beautiful and awesome Harley models is the Sportster Forty-Eight. This bike stands firm as one of the best Harley-Davidson motorcycles ever made. From the aesthetic point of view, the Forty-Eight is one of the gorgeous cruisers ever built.
Does length of exhaust pipe matter?
Simply put yes, the size of your exhaust pipe and mufflers makes a difference in the performance of your vehicle. Too small of an exhaust pipe size and you will restrict your engine of the horsepower it is capable of. Too large of an exhaust pipe size can also hinder performance, especially low RPM torque.
Are exhaust cut outs worth it?
The car may sound louder, but you will not achieve an exact sound by adding exhaust cut-outs to the pipes. By installing an aftermarket exhaust to your car, and then adding exhaust cut-outs, you may see an increase in horsepower and torque, but most factory and stock exhausts fail to provide this luxury.
Is the Harley 48 fast?
Top Speed: 110 mph (Est.)
What happens if your exhaust pipe is too small?
And if the exhaust pipe diameter is too small and it generates too much back pressure, these exhaust gases will be heavily restricted from exiting the engine. The amount of generated exhaust gases will be greater than the amount of exhaust gases that are able to leave the engine.
Do cutouts increase horsepower?
Exhaust Cutouts FAQ Clearing out the exhaust more quickly does impart more horsepower. But, don’t forget, bypassing the muffler makes for a noisy car.