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Just a theory but I'm also 100% sure it's true (lemmy.curiana.net)
submitted 7 months ago by to c/fuckcars@lemmy.world
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[–] [S] 8 points 7 months ago (4 children)

Probably difference between USA and Europe. In Europe beat up cars will not pass technical checks. To have a really loud car you have to replace the exhaust for the check and then install the custom one again. Only special kind of drivers have the time and will to do it. Mostly bikers.

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  • [–] 6 points 7 months ago (2 children)

    That actually probably explains why bikers do it the most since there it seems like on most bikes the swap can be done in less than 30 minutes as the exhaust system is small and self-contained and easily accessible

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  • [–] 4 points 7 months ago (1 child)

    Motorcyclists also believe a loud exhaust makes them more visible to drivers - to what degree this is true is debatable but sometimes the motivation is not pure malice like with cars.

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  • [–] [S] 2 points 7 months ago

    I think this is pure BS and trying to excuse stupid behavior. Never in my life did I ever hear an approaching motorbike, no matter how loud. Cars are well isolated, you have noise from the tires, some radio or music is usually playing or you're talking to someone. Outside noises are barely noticeable. I can only hear the loud bikes when they are right next to me, not when they are approaching.

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