Upgrading Your 2005 Electra Glide Exhaust for Better Sound

If you're looking to swap out your stock 2005 electra glide exhaust, you've probably realized there are a ton of options out there that can completely change how your bike feels on the road. The 2005 model year was a bit of a sweet spot for the Electra Glide—you've got that classic Twin Cam 88 engine that just sounds right when it's allowed to breathe properly. But let's be honest, the factory pipes back then were built more for EPA regulations than for the soul of a rider. They're heavy, they run hot, and they sound a little too polite for a heavyweight touring machine. ...

May 8, 2026 · 7 min · Kathryn Turken