99 Venture 700, cobra 1.35 track help?

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I have 99 Yamaha Venture 700. I bought a cobra 1.35 track, believing it would work for my sled without any mods, but I have seen some mix reviews.

I seen some say remove the heat exchanger protectors only? But not the tunnels protector required? Or both needed removed. Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks!