Vance & Hines recently released a new exhaust system for the new Harley-Davidson Pan America adventure motorcycle called the Adventure Hi-Output 450.
Typically, I’m not one to bash stock exhausts, but dang it if Harley doesn’t make uggo of a stock exhaust for the Pan America. So, the news of Vance & Hines stepping in to put this misery away is very good news.
This slip-on exhaust not only gives Pan America riders a way to get rid of an eyesore, but it also puts Vance & Hines into the adventure motorcycle segment for the first time.
Vance & Hines Pan America Exhaust – the Adventure Hi-Output 450
I knew that Vance & Hines would likely come out with a Pan America aftermarket exhaust, and I think this is a good addition for anyone who owns the bike. It’s also a smart move for the company that already sells so much.
“This is an important launch for Vance & Hines,” said Vance & Hines President Mike Kennedy. “In addition to being a great exhaust for an outstanding motorcycle, the new Adventure Hi-Output 450 product moves us into a whole new category. ADV bikes are a hot market, and we are bringing Vance & Hines performance, style, and sound to the category. In the coming months, we’ll be delivering greater exhilaration to riders of all the most popular ADV bikes in the market.”
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The Benefits and Specs
The Vance & Hines Adventure Hi-Output 450 adds five foot-pounds of torque and over five horsepower to the bike.
The exhaust also removes about six pounds of weight from the motorcycle, making it a little bit less of an ADV behemoth.
The slip-on unit itself is a big old 4.5-inch stepped canister constructed of 304 grade stainless steel. There’s a ceramic-coated and CNC-machined, billet aluminum end cap.
It also has functional benefits, including more clearance for boots once standing on the pegs.
It is 50-state emissions compliant and adheres to SAE Standard J2825 sound levels. It also works with Harley-Davidson’s saddlebags for the Pan America.
The Cost
Vance & Hines exhaust systems aren’t cheap, and the Adventure Hi-Output 450 is no exception.
This exhaust will set you back a pretty penny. The company set the official retail price at Retail price is $599.95. The new system will be available in retail outlets in October. You can check it out right now on the Vance & Hines website.
