DG Performance has been in business since 1973 when they began to produce some of the best performance products for dirt bikes. After tremendous success in the motocross industry, DG Performance decided to “take it to the streets” and started Hard-Krome a division of DG that specializes in the best exhaust systems for Harley-Davidson motorcycles and metric cruisers; however, these aren’t just performance pipes; they are performance pipes that won’t turn blue!

Recently, Brian Jackson met with the owner and president of DG Performance, Mark Dooley, who explained just how they came up with this special design method to eliminate bluing and to keep pipes always looking as if they came right off the showroom floor. First of all, Mark reinforced the notion that the #1 accessory for street bikes is an after-market exhaust system, and that there are three reasons riders look to buy new pipes: looks, sound, and performance.

Mark then told us about the process used to make their Double D pipes and just how the notion came about. First, they considered using heat shields, but they discovered that the clamps holding the shields to the pipes either rattled or came off. Finally, after attending a trade show in Chicago, the idea hit to have two pipes—one inside the other! Consequently, the only pipe that the rider sees is the outer 3-inch pipe that is always shining! Mark told us that there was an air gap of ¼” to ½” between the outer and inner pipe and that space still allows a sleek look and yet offers enough space to keep the outer pipes from bluing! Pretty cool, huh? Also, while there are plenty of other after-market exhaust systems, Hard-Krome is the only manufacturer that offers a one-year guarantee against bluing! In addition, you can count on the best in quality and a precision fit from all of their pipes. Also, a great deal of care goes into the packaging to make sure that when your pipes arrive, they will fit your bike perfectly. So, how does a person find these great pipes? Well, Mark told us that the pipes are marketed under the businesses of Parts Unlimited for the metric cruisers and from Drag Specialties for Harley-Davidson motorcycles. He also mentioned that there are more than 150 models, but the greatest seller of the pipes are the pipes themselves! “Once riders see and hear them, they sell themselves,” he added! Currently, they are also working on designer billet end caps for their pipes too and you can rest assured that they will offer the same great quality as their other products. So, during the next rally or motorcycle event that you attend, look for the Hard-Krome truck and see just what makes their pipes special. Once you purchase a set, you’ll never have the “blues” again!

If you would like more information on all their products, you can give them a call at 1-800-854-9134, or you can visit them on the web at www.dgperf.com.

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