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Title: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: gjsnyc on January 09, 2011, 08:44:31 AM
Does anyone have this exhaust?  I've always been a fan of the Two Brothers products but have always been put off by the yellow accents on all of their pieces (doesn't quite jive with Monster Red).  The CF pair is specifically the one that i'm eyeing.  Thanks.


(http://www.cyclegear.com/images/exhaust/2bros_back-series_carbon_LG.jpg)

http://www.cyclegear.com/spgm.cfm?L1=5000&L2=9&L3=1051&L4=&item=TWO_005-2490406DV-B_G&name=TWO_BROTHERS_RACING_Ducati_696_Black_Series_V.A.L.E._M-2_Dual_Slip-On_Street_Exhaust_System (http://www.cyclegear.com/spgm.cfm?L1=5000&L2=9&L3=1051&L4=&item=TWO_005-2490406DV-B_G&name=TWO_BROTHERS_RACING_Ducati_696_Black_Series_V.A.L.E._M-2_Dual_Slip-On_Street_Exhaust_System)
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: Ahks on January 09, 2011, 10:25:26 AM
I've seen an endless stream of 2Bros on a Duc? BLASPHEMER!!!

That being said. I think the awesome low toned rumble TwoBros can get out of a Yamaha would be a beautiful compliment to a Duc twin.

Not much help I know. I'd love to see it tho :)
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: gjsnyc on January 25, 2011, 06:08:35 PM
Pulled the trigger.  $850 all-in, which is about $170 cheaper than I could find anywhere else.  Now I need Spring.
http://www.motorcyclegear.com/parts/exhaust_intake_fuel/ducati/two_brothers_racing/ducati_696_2009_m2_vale_dual_slip_on_exhaust.html (http://www.motorcyclegear.com/parts/exhaust_intake_fuel/ducati/two_brothers_racing/ducati_696_2009_m2_vale_dual_slip_on_exhaust.html)
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: IZ on January 26, 2011, 06:30:45 AM
$850 for what?!?!  Just the slip ons?
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: snowmonster696 on January 26, 2011, 07:05:51 AM
I have the Vance and Hines in black and love them
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: Raux on January 26, 2011, 09:46:02 AM
Quote from: snowmonster696 on January 26, 2011, 07:05:51 AM
I have the Vance and Hines in black and love them

i want to see that.. pics please
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: gjsnyc on January 26, 2011, 05:57:50 PM
Yes sir.  Just the slip-ons.
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: IZ on January 26, 2011, 07:10:03 PM
Sorry..I was confused.  You bought the 2 Brothers.  I was thinking you were talking about the Arrow exhaust..the black series.  They were about $300 cheaper. 
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: jwoconnor on January 31, 2011, 05:37:21 PM
I haven't had good luck with 2Bros. exhaust. The slip-ons on my Superhawk and a buddies RC51 had the cast inlets that were not round. This allowed the exhaust to leak around the mid-pipes and moisture would then leave black soot-trails on the pipes. When I asked about this I was told to use high-temp sealer in the joint.  [bang] This may or may not still be the case but I am won't chance it again. The inlets on my Arrows are milled and a perfect fit.
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: gjsnyc on January 31, 2011, 06:59:03 PM
We shall see.  My friend has them on his Hawk GT and they sound phenomenal.  I will report back and post pictures once Spring decides to show up in NY.
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: Ahks on January 31, 2011, 08:05:14 PM
if you can get a decent audio clip too that would be awesome  [beer]

holiday inn express tip: dont have the camera within 15ft of the pipes :p
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: Bad Juju on April 12, 2011, 04:05:23 AM
I just ordered a CF set of Two Brothers Black Series. They should be here the end of next week - once I get them on I'll post up some pics.
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: BlackKat on April 18, 2011, 07:42:25 AM
I ve seen lots of fitment issues on them as well. They do sound nice, but personally, I can't get by the awful weave pattern...
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: ducatiz on April 18, 2011, 08:02:15 AM
i looked on their website... pics... uch

if ONLY they could make the images SMALLER so my eyes can get a LITTLE more strained..

>whine<
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: Bad Juju on April 26, 2011, 03:48:43 AM
I got them installed last night; there were no issues on installation. The instructions consisted of both sides of one page printed in color and that's really all you need. What was nice was all of the necessary tools for the new hardware was included - 2 different allen-type wrenches, one with a "balled" end that allowed you to tighten the connectors up at an angle, which was really nice.

They are a little bit longer than I expected, I'd prefer a little shorter, but they still look great. The all black color scheme of the Black Series matches my black 696 great. I think they match nicely with the lines of the bike and definitely look better than the stock cans to my eyes.

The exhaust note is a deep, low rumble. Definitely louder at idle than stock, though not annoying. From 2-4k RPM it's like thunder rumbling, and above that it really starts to pick up in volume but maintains a low-mid tone. I can definitely tell a difference in the 5-8k RPM range with respect to power - it's not a large difference, but it certainly puts a bigger smile on my face hearing that exhaust!
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: DarkStaR on April 26, 2011, 09:21:32 PM
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Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: Slow Guy on April 26, 2011, 10:24:04 PM
Quote from: DarkStaR on April 26, 2011, 09:21:32 PM
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Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: Ahks on April 26, 2011, 11:06:22 PM
and how about that sound clip?  ;D
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: Bad Juju on April 27, 2011, 04:00:00 AM
Here's a pic from last night. Overall I love the way they sound...after about 125 miles of riding they seem to be a little deeper in tone. I'm thinking I might have to chop a few inches off of them though.

(http://i690.photobucket.com/albums/vv264/PaBadJuju/Copyof100_2481.jpg)
Title: Re: Two Brothers Black Series Exhaust - Thoughts/Experiences?
Post by: Ahks on April 27, 2011, 06:56:35 AM
I can see why you want em a bit shorter. Not too bad tho.