2023 Road Glide performance upgrades

[smoothcruis3tom]

I just picked up a 2023 RG, and I'm really enjoying the power it has. Now I'm thinking about taking it to the next level with a stage 2 exhaust and a tune. But so far, all the dealers are only talking about stage 1 options. Has anyone come across any trustworthy stage 2 tunes or mods for this bike?

 

[Candy mandy]

You'll typically need more than just an exhaust because it usually involves swapping in a cam like a 22XE or S&S 475, upgrading intake/exhaust for better airflow, and then getting a proper tune via tools like Power Vision or Dynojet to recalibrate everything. Just bolting on free flow exhaust often isn't enough and without a tune, you might actually hinder the performance.
Have a Dynojet PV-3B or similar tuner will make all the difference if you're going deeper than stage 1. Anyone here taken it that far and noticed the gains?

 

[Snowman7]

For your 2023 RG, a Stage 2 upgrade usually means a high performance cam, upgraded pushrods and a custom tune, which can give a solid boost in power and throttle response. Dealers mostly push Stage 1, but many riders go with aftermarket options like Vance & Hines, Bassani or TAB Performance paired with a Dynojet Power Vision tuner. Just keep in mind it can affect warranty and emissions, so check that before committing.

 

[Alan]

Late reply here, @smoothcruis3tom. I completely agree with everything @Snowman7 said. For a 2023 RG, Stage 2 usually means just upgraded everything. Aftermarket exhausts like Vance & Hines or Bassani work well there, yes, but are you sure you want to mess with your warranty?