Sawicki Speed Unveils Intimidator Exhaust Line Built with 1,000+ R&D Hours

From the stock car capital of the world comes the Sawicki Speed Intimidator Series, the next generation of performance exhausts for Harley-Davidson M8 models. Representing a complete redesign, the Intimidator Series is the result of over 1,000 hours of research and development and is believed to be the world’s first fully CAD-designed Harley performance exhaust platform.

Built upon the foundation of Sawicki Speed’s legendary 2-into-1 exhaust systems, the Intimidator Series was engineered from the ground up with maximum real-world performance in mind. From primaries to merge collectors and mufflers and mounting points, everything was digitally modeled to maximize flow optimization and fitment.

At the core of the system are 1 7/8-inch primaries stepped to 2 inches, feeding into a larger, airflow-optimized merge collector. This design increases exhaust velocity while carefully balancing backpressure and scavenging – a combination that supports both stock displacement engines and high-performance M8 builds.

“2026 represents Sawicki Speed’s 15th year in business, and it’s only fitting that we kick off this anniversary year by releasing the most advanced exhaust we’ve ever produced,” explained Chris Clark, President of Sawicki Speed. “This system was designed to intimidate on the dyno as much as it does at idle. Everything about it – from the stepped primaries to the collector geometry – is focused on extracting the most from the Milwaukee-Eight platform.”

The new Intimidator Series exhausts are available for Harley-Davidson M8 Touring / Bagger models as well as M8 Softail models. Touring riders have the option Shorty, Mid-Length or Full-Length exhausts while Softail riders can choose from Shorty or Mid-Length. A purpose-built option for Low Rider STs includes a dedicated bag support bracket.

Specifications:

  • 1 7/8" primaries stepped to 2” for maximum airflow
  • Larger redesigned merge collector for optimal backpressure and scavenging
  • Average HP gains over stock: +10 M8 Bagger, +10 M8 Softail
  • Average TQ gains over stock: +12 ft-lbs M8 Bagger, +14 ft-lbs M8 Softail
  • 16-27 lbs weight savings over stock exhaust (varies by fitment and muffler length)

Fitments:

Muffler Length Options:

  • Shorty
  • Mid-Length
  • Full-Length (Touring only)

Finish Options:

  • Hand-brushed stainless steel (Sawicki’s signature finish)
  • Jet Hot Black Ceramic Coating
  • Mirror Polished Stainless Steel (offered only at www.sawickispeed.com)

End Cap Options:

  • Welded end cap (receives same finish as exhaust)
  • Black billet aluminum bolt-on end cap

Availability:

  • Available through WPS Dealers
  • Available from Sawicki Speed
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