Twisted Choppers Slash Cut Exhaust Header For 1986-2022 Harley-Davidson Sportster
Clean lines, classic attitude, on two pipes. The Slash Cut brings the timeless angled tip profile of a 2-into-2 header to the Sportster platform, built for forward control riders who want a sharp, purposeful exhaust look that stays true to the XL’s stripped-down character.
Key Features
- 2-into-2 exhaust header with slash cut tip profile, purpose-built for Harley-Davidson Sportster Evolution platforms
- Designed for use with forward controls, will not clear mid-mounted foot controls
- Fits all 1986-2022 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL883, XL1100, and XL1200 Evolution models
- Compatible with Buell Cyclone, Lightning, Thunderbolt, and XB models, will not clear Buell tube frames
- Compatible with custom motorcycles equipped with a Sportster Evolution engine
- Three finish options: Uncoated, Black, and Chrome
- Available with or without baffles, baffles are non-removable once installed
- 18mm oxygen sensor bungs on all 2007-2022 EFI models
- 18mm to 12mm O2 sensor adapter bushings included on 2014-2022 models
- Includes lower mount with all necessary mounting hardware
- Made in the USA
Technical Specifications
- Configuration
- 2-into-2 (Slash Cut tip profile)
- Material
- Mild steel
- Finish Options
- Uncoated (raw mild steel, will rust without protective treatment), Black, Chrome
- Baffle Options
- With Baffles or No Baffles, baffles are non-removable
- Foot Control Compatibility
- Forward controls only, not compatible with mid-mounted foot controls
- Engine Compatibility
- Harley-Davidson Sportster Evolution: XL883, XL1100 (1986-1988), XL1200
- O2 Sensor Bungs
- 18mm, present on 2007-2022 XL Sportster models
- O2 Adapter Bushings
- 18mm to 12mm, included on 2014-2022 XL Sportster models
- Hardware Included
- Lower mount with hardware
- Not Included
- Exhaust flanges, gaskets
- Country of Origin
- USA
Fitment Notes
- Forward Controls Only: This header will not clear mid-mounted foot controls. It is designed exclusively for forward control configurations. For a slash cut header that clears mid controls, see the Twisted Choppers Midset Slash Cut (TC-1208).
- Buell Compatibility: Fits Buell Cyclone, Lightning, Thunderbolt, and XB models. Will not clear Buell tube frames, verify your frame type before ordering.
- Will not fit 2021+ Sportster S (RH1250) or any liquid-cooled Sportster platform
- Flanges and gaskets are not included, reuse your existing flanges or purchase an exhaust flange kit with new gaskets and hardware separately
- May not clear all aftermarket air cleaner configurations, verify clearance before ordering
- Baffles are not removable once installed
- Black finish adds approximately 1 week to processing time; Chrome finish adds approximately 5 weeks
- Review the Fitment tab for a complete year-by-year and model-by-model breakdown
David D. –
Fits great. Bolted right up.