Vance & Hines PCX Shortshots Staggered Exhaust For Harley Sportster 2014-2022

Vance & Hines PCX Shortshots: Modern Performance for the Evolution Sportster

The Vance & Hines PCX Shortshots Staggered for 2014-2022 Harley-Davidson Sportster models—including the Iron 883, Forty-Eight, Roadster, and Seventy-Two—represent a massive leap forward in exhaust engineering. For decades, the Shortshots were known as the go-to pipe for riders seeking an aggressive look and a loud “bark.” However, with the introduction of PCX™ (Power Chamber Exhaust) technology, Vance & Hines has added “brain” to the “brawn.” This system utilizes a high-flow chambered catalyst located in the collector area, which creates a unique internal pressure wave. This wave effectively “scavenges” the cylinders, pulling exhaust gases out faster and resulting in a significant boost in mid-range torque. Whether you’re navigating tight city streets or hitting the backroads, your 883 or 1200 will feel more responsive and pull harder through the gears.

Blue-Proof Durability and Iconic Aesthetic

Visual presence has always been the hallmark of the Sportster platform, and the PCX Shortshots are designed to maximize that compact, aggressive silhouette. The system features a staggered, short-length dual-pipe design with signature slash-cut ends that expose the engine’s drive side and the rear wheel. To ensure your investment stays looking showroom-fresh, Vance & Hines utilizes their patented full-coverage 220-degree heat shields. These shields are plasma-arc cut from 16-gauge heavy-duty steel and finished in show-quality chrome or high-temp black ceramic. This “blue-proof” technology acts as a massive thermal barrier, preventing the finish from yellowing or blueing due to the intense heat cycles of an air-cooled V-Twin. With the PCX Shortshots, you get the raw look of a drag pipe with the long-term durability of a premium exhaust system.

Expert Tuning & Installation Advice

As specialists in the late-model Evolution Sportster era, we know that these EFI-equipped bikes require precise fuel management to perform at their peak. Pro Tip: Even with the improved backpressure of the PCX technology, 2014-2022 Sportsters run notoriously lean from the factory. To maximize your horsepower gains and prevent excessive heat, we highly recommend a fuel tuner like the Vance & Hines Fuelpak FP4. This will calibrate the ECU to match the increased airflow, resulting in a cooler-running engine and a deeper, more stable exhaust note. Installation Note: When mounting on 2014-2022 models, always use new tapered exhaust gaskets to ensure a perfect seal at the cylinder head. Always wipe the pipes down with denatured alcohol before the first start to remove any skin oils or fingerprints, which can be permanently “baked” into the finish once they reach operating temperature.

The Signature Sound of American Power

The sound of the PCX Shortshots is deeper and more authoritative than previous generations. At idle, it produces a rhythmic, low-frequency “thump” that is significantly more refined than a standard straight pipe. Under acceleration, it transforms into a crisp, roaring bark that perfectly highlights the 45-degree firing order of the Harley engine. Every system is 100% Made in the USA, ensuring that the welds, fitment, and finish quality are of the highest caliber. For the 2014-2022 Sportster rider who wants the best-looking, best-sounding, and most performance-oriented short pipe on the market, the PCX Shortshots Staggered are the definitive choice.

Fitment Note: Fits all 2014-2022 Sportster models. Not compatible with 1986-2013 models due to O2 sensor and bracket changes. Some aftermarket forward controls may require additional clearance.

Vance & Hines PCX Shortshots Staggered Exhaust For Harley Sportster

Unleash your motorcycle’s true identity as a hell-raising fun machine with Vance & Hines Shortshots Staggered. The sharp clean lines of Shortshots Staggered will transform the look of your v-twin steed, and now features our innovative PCX Technology with chambered high-flow catalysts, you’ll feel the pull right off the line with increased torque and an aggressive hot rod roar that is gonna turn heads.

Features:

• PCX (Power Chamber Exhaust) Technology
• Chambered High-Flow Catalyst Cartridge Designed to Increase Torque
• Full Coverage Heat Shields
• Available in Chrome or Matte Black