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Yeah it would... But how would they possibly begin to refute anything???? :confused:

I don't know - the whole thing really sucks. I am trying to think of the best way he could have handled it. I really can't believe be fabricated the numbers. But looking back, what could he have said and not said, to stop all this. Maybe something like this:

"There will be an improvement from stock, we were able to get x%, but it was with this bike, using x map, RB, etc. We will ceratinly help you get the most out of your bike, as it is difficult to tune" Not mentioning Termi at all, even though people would have be crying for that constantly.

But that general staement about low to mid 180s w/o tuning, again should have said that bike, but that will be the hardest one for them to swallow I think. Just a shame.
 
I don't know - the whole thing really sucks. I am trying to think of the best way he could have handled it. I really can't believe be fabricated the numbers. But looking back, what could he have said and not said, to stop all this. Maybe something like this:

"There will be an improvement from stock, we were able to get x%, but it was with this bike, using x map, RB, etc. We will ceratinly help you get the most out of your bike, as it is difficult to tune" Not mentioning Termi at all, even though people would have be crying for that constantly.

But that general staement about low to mid 180s w/o tuning, again should have said that bike, but that will be the hardest one for them to swallow I think. Just a shame.

Agreed... But I think he lost the crowd when he made mention of possible litigation...
 
Agreed... But I think he lost the crowd when he made mention of possible litigation...

THAT was the stupidest thing. If if he actually thought that would slow/stop this, REALLY stupid.
 
Trauma

Was not going to post again in this thread but in answer to your questions.

you seem like a level headed kind of guy with a strong and some times controversial opinion.

Do you honestly think we would or even could falsify dyno results! no. What would the point be? AR has a great and honest reputation, why would we jeopardise that!

What amazes me is that a few amongst you are conveniently blind to other dyno results such as Copiya's that substantiate our results. Why some choose to ignore these seems to me to just show the fact they have got it in for AR and what ever i say falls on deaf ears.

We will post up a batch of results from other bikes in a new thread but again I'm sure some will simply say we falsified them.

To clarify we never once slated another manufacturer we simply showed you our like for like test results, if any think otherwise then you are simply wrong and need to read all the threads and posts to make it clear to you.

Regarding legal implications of some posts, why should a member get away with posting utter lies and attempting to blacken the name of AR? the fact is it is wrong and as such we will do everything within our power to protect our good name.

Again, thankyou for all the PM support from all the level headed members that DO, read the threads and posts from start to finish so they have the correct informed facts.
 
Appears to me that you've done a pretty good job of blackening your own name Rich!

LOL
 
Trauma

Was not going to post again in this thread but in answer to your questions.

you seem like a level headed kind of guy with a strong and some times controversial opinion.

Do you honestly think we would or even could falsify dyno results! no. What would the point be? AR has a great and honest reputation, why would we jeopardise that!

What amazes me is that a few amongst you are conveniently blind to other dyno results such as Copiya's that substantiate our results. Why some choose to ignore these seems to me to just show the fact they have got it in for AR and what ever i say falls on deaf ears.

We will post up a batch of results from other bikes in a new thread but again I'm sure some will simply say we falsified them.

To clarify we never once slated another manufacturer we simply showed you our like for like test results, if any think otherwise then you are simply wrong and need to read all the threads and posts to make it clear to you.

Regarding legal implications of some posts, why should a member get away with posting utter lies and attempting to blacken the name of AR? the fact is it is wrong and as such we will do everything within our power to protect our good name.

Again, thankyou for all the PM support from all the level headed members that DO, read the threads and posts from start to finish so they have the correct informed facts.

Welcome back Rich! Since you ARE following along, and speaking of correct informed facts, why not address some if the questions that are floating around out there? Heat, Fully tuned Termi system comparisons, RB issues? I don't think threatening lawsuits, absolute denials, and blaming everyone/everything else has worked that well to address the concerns that exist.

Surely, even the mysterious PM fan club would admit that there is enough evidence reported here by those who DO have your product to warrant an honest explanation? Thanks for all of the PM support from the truth seeking members here who can read.
 
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Trauma

Was not going to post again in this thread but in answer to your questions.

you seem like a level headed kind of guy with a strong and some times controversial opinion.

Do you honestly think we would or even could falsify dyno results! no. What would the point be? AR has a great and honest reputation, why would we jeopardise that!

What amazes me is that a few amongst you are conveniently blind to other dyno results such as Copiya's that substantiate our results. Why some choose to ignore these seems to me to just show the fact they have got it in for AR and what ever i say falls on deaf ears.

We will post up a batch of results from other bikes in a new thread but again I'm sure some will simply say we falsified them.

To clarify we never once slated another manufacturer we simply showed you our like for like test results, if any think otherwise then you are simply wrong and need to read all the threads and posts to make it clear to you.

Regarding legal implications of some posts, why should a member get away with posting utter lies and attempting to blacken the name of AR? the fact is it is wrong and as such we will do everything within our power to protect our good name.

Again, thankyou for all the PM support from all the level headed members that DO, read the threads and posts from start to finish so they have the correct informed facts.

Rich..

Once again your paranoia and childish crying shines through....

You have 2 customers on here that are struggling to get your pipe to be effectual.. and one in particular who even bought the fuel module you recommend loaded with YOUR tune who still is having issues.... How about addressing that?? Whats todays excuse going to be for that?? Does Woot "have it in for you too??

No one is trying to blacken your name ... and as Gavin has pointed out ..AR have done a sterling job of doing that without anyones assistance..

You really had the undivided attention of this forum and everyone (including me) had great hopes for this set up..but day by day we build an information data base that
1. seems to reveal an issue with your product and its ability to perform as advertised and
2. Shows AR is unable to deal with these issues in an adult and responsible manner..

As a 1199 owner and fellow forum member I once again ask you to address these things and stop stonewalling ...
 
Trauma

Was not going to post again in this thread but in answer to your questions.

you seem like a level headed kind of guy with a strong and some times controversial opinion.

Do you honestly think we would or even could falsify dyno results! no. What would the point be? AR has a great and honest reputation, why would we jeopardise that!

What amazes me is that a few amongst you are conveniently blind to other dyno results such as Copiya's that substantiate our results. Why some choose to ignore these seems to me to just show the fact they have got it in for AR and what ever i say falls on deaf ears.

We will post up a batch of results from other bikes in a new thread but again I'm sure some will simply say we falsified them.

To clarify we never once slated another manufacturer we simply showed you our like for like test results, if any think otherwise then you are simply wrong and need to read all the threads and posts to make it clear to you.

Regarding legal implications of some posts, why should a member get away with posting utter lies and attempting to blacken the name of AR? the fact is it is wrong and as such we will do everything within our power to protect our good name.

Again, thankyou for all the PM support from all the level headed members that DO, read the threads and posts from start to finish so they have the correct informed facts.

I have said over and over, I don't believe you would EVER falsifiy results. period. I cannot control what others say. I think this was handled poorly on both fronts, but I also believe in the end this will not prevent sales from those that would have anyway.
 
Correct, it has nil affect on sales as the truth always outs in the end.

We have posted our results and answered questions.

If a new thread is started that is kept under control then i am happy to post up results from bikes fitted with our system. I will also answer any rapidbike queries you might have

I am not though prepared to listen to the pointless ramblings of a few on a pointless get at AR campaign.
 
I have said over and over, I don't believe you would EVER falsifiy results. period. I cannot control what others say. I think this was handled poorly on both fronts, but I also believe in the end this will not prevent sales from those that would have anyway.

I'll try to BOLD the areas of importance so maybe Rich will pick up on it:

I don't recall ANYONE suggesting AR lied. I think the question that has evolved over the course of this thread is based on a true "head to head" between the current Termi systems (updated), or better yet perfectly tuned Termi systems, how does the perfectly tuned AR compare? The marketing claims that are on the AR website and have been shared as "fact" here, are not truly accurate based on the current parameters. Rather than addressing that, Rich wants to sue everyone and ignore the question. Wouldn't it be more prudent to give the AR perspective on it? "We stand by our results" doesn't answer the new questions that are being posed here.

If I were representing the company, I might even attempt to address the other claims of heat issues, and the RB unit issues that have arisen here. But...sadly, we know that won't happen either.

I don't think any of the questions are out of bounds. I think they could be addressed with some honesty. Maybe "we don't know" is the answer. But suing people, blaming everyone else and ignoring the issues just isn't working.
 
I have said over and over, I don't believe you would EVER falsifiy results. period. I cannot control what others say. I think this was handled poorly on both fronts, but I also believe in the end this will not prevent sales from those that would have anyway.

It would be hard to measure what "would have been" sales. But, if I was in the market for an exhaust, I would find value in this thread. Luckily, most prospective buyers are probably not seeing this anyway.

Rich: Do the "pointless ramblings of a few on a pointless get at AR campaign" include the two on this thread that have already purchased your product and are having issues with it?
 
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ttKarp

Exactly the kind of response i am talking about!!!

What is up with you?

I just said i will start a thread and answer questions on any subject.

If you want us to depart from this forum then carry on as you are.

You just don't read the posts thoroughly before you post ridiculous comments like
"If I were representing the company, I might even attempt to address the other claims of heat issues, and the RB unit issues that have arisen here. But...sadly, we know that won't happen either"
 
Correct, it has nil affect on sales as the truth always outs in the end.

We have posted our results and answered questions.

If a new thread is started that is kept under control then i am happy to post up results from bikes fitted with our system. I will also answer any rapidbike queries you might have

I am not though prepared to listen to the pointless ramblings of a few on a pointless get at AR campaign.

Caveat emptor

Our results not yours! :eek:

Kept under control..... Don't question our results or how we got them! :confused:

I will answer RB queries so long as they favour AR or the sale of our system and shall ignore any queries that may not favour AR or the sale of our systems!
:rolleyes:

That's how I read that post!
 
ttKarp

Exactly the kind of response i am talking about!!!

What is up with you?

I just said i will start a thread and answer questions on any subject.

If you want us to depart from this forum then carry on as you are.

You just don't read the posts thoroughly before you post ridiculous comments like
"If I were representing the company, I might even attempt to address the other claims of heat issues, and the RB unit issues that have arisen here. But...sadly, we know that won't happen either"

Check the timing of the posts there Richie. I was typing my issue clarifying post (which you've conveniently ignored....again) when you posted your "I promise I won't ignore all of your questions on a different thread like i am on this one" response.

But, so be it. Hopefully, for everyone sake, you really will answer questions at some point.
 
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Vaginitis.

no, seriously.

is a thread in a forum the right way to solve this problem?

i know this is a kind of late here, and i truly understand the disappointment.

but with "others" (i mean non-customers) chiming in here ... do you all really think you can get something solved there with all the words and arguments?


just as a side note.

btw, i am on neithers' side or on any team. i just want the forum to be a good forum.
 
no, seriously.

is a thread in a forum the right way to solve this problem?

i know this is a kind of late here, and i truly understand the disappointment.

but with "others" (i mean non-customers) chiming in here ... do you all really think you can get something solved there with all the words and arguments?


just as a side note.

btw, i am on neithers' side or on any team. i just want the forum to be a good forum.

What exactly is a forum for if you can't discuss things with words and arguments? I'm the first to admit this has dragged on far too long. But it could have ended days ago, and everyone would be far more satisfied, if AR would address the damn situation with new information. I'll say it again though, I think is thread is very valuable to prospective buyers. We've all learned a great deal about this bike and what needs to be done to optimize performance. We still don't know much about the AR exhaust, but its not for lack of trying.
 

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