S&S Cycle 50-State Qualifier: Unleashing the Indian PowerPlus

The S&S Cycle 50-State Qualifier 2-into-1 exhaust system is a game-changer for the 2020-2025 Indian Challenger and Pursuit. Until now, Indian riders often had to choose between staying “street legal” with restrictive factory-style duals or going “race-only” with a 2-into-1 that risked warranty and emissions issues. S&S Cycle has bridged that gap. By utilizing a high-flow, secondary-stage catalyst, this system meets EPA emissions standards in all 50 states without sacrificing the aggressive power delivery the 108ci and 122ci PowerPlus engines are capable of. Crafted from 304 Stainless Steel, this system is significantly lighter than the massive stock mufflers, drastically improving the power-to-weight ratio and handling of your Indian Bagger.

Precision Engineering and Scavenging Technology

The PowerPlus engine is a modern marvel of liquid-cooled performance, and the Qualifier is designed to let it breathe. It features a unique, merged collector that is computer-optimized for “scavenging”—a process where exhaust pulses from one cylinder help pull spent gases out of the other. This ensures a cleaner intake charge and more efficient combustion. Unlike standard slip-ons, this full 2-into-1 system smooths out the powerband, providing a massive boost in mid-range torque that you will feel every time you roll on the throttle to pass. The race-inspired megaphone muffler provides a sleek, aggressive look that perfectly follows the lines of the Indian frame, giving your bike a “Performance Bagger” stance that commands attention.

Expert Tuning & Aesthetic Insight

As experts in the liquid-cooled V-Twin market, we highly recommend the Qualifier for riders who want to improve their bike’s character while keeping their factory warranty intact. Pro Tip: Stainless steel is reactive to oils. Before your first ride, it is absolutely essential to clean the entire pipe with isopropyl alcohol. Any fingerprints left on the metal will be permanently “burned” into the finish as the steel heat-cycles into its signature golden-bronze patina. Sound Note: Because of the internal catalyst and S&S baffle design, the Qualifier offers a deep, muscular “growl” that is authoritative but refined. It eliminates the “tinny” high-pitch sounds often found in cheaper systems, providing a rich, bass-heavy tone that won’t fatigue you on long cross-country tours.

The New Standard for American Performance

The S&S Cycle 50-State Qualifier proves that performance doesn’t have to be loud and illegal. It provides the high-velocity flow needed for riders considering Stage II cam upgrades while remaining a perfect bolt-on for stock bikes. For the Indian Challenger or Pursuit owner who demands American-made quality, dyno-proven power gains, and total legal peace of mind, there is no better choice. This is an investment in your bike’s performance, longevity, and sound.

Fitment Note: Fits 2020-2025 Indian Challenger and Pursuit models. Compatible with factory saddlebags and works with most aftermarket highway bars.

S&S Cycle 2-into-1 50-State Qualifier Exhaust System

This performance-oriented platform has long been a favorite of the S&S team, and they continue to develop high-performance components to support it. The Qualifier is a two-in-one exhaust meant to increase power and rattle cages.

Features:

• Full heat shields on both front and rear headers
• Includes dB reducer sound insert
• Stainless steel stepped header construction
• Computer aided design and precision bending for class-leading ground clearance
• S&S race inspired end cap
• Oxygen sensor ports allow use of wide band or stock O2 sensor
• Made in the USA