+1, I do the earbuds on occasion as well. A decent set will isolate wind noise so you don't have to crank them.

 

As mentioned, you probably won't be happy w/o a fairing. I would agree with that.

Shakey

 

Scala rider G4 is the best setup i have found. FM radio is very good and I also have an MP3 player. I don't talk on the phone and ride. If I get a call I can pull over an look to see who's calling and return the call If I wan't to talk to them. My motorcycle time is MY time.

 

I don't think the same applies to drivers and motorcyclists. At least in my state it is illegal to wear earbuds or headphones while driving.

 

ear buds with my ipod in my pocket. run the cord under your shirt so it doesnt flap around in the breeze. never had a problem and since they are made to keep the sound out, they dont have to be cranked up.

 

I run HD's Boom handlebar mounted system. It's great for what I need! The speakers fit just inside my windshield so I can use them with the shield on or off. The sound quality is great but it does get slightly drowned out by the wind. I mainly run an iPod through it but my iPhone works too and it has various radio apps on it. Here are a few pics for reference...

 

Your chart is correct, but the interpretation may be off. The chart says "Helmet Speakers". It may be a case of semantics, but I'm pretty sure a majority of states prohibit "earbuds" while operating a vehicle. So I'd be careful in trusting it's okay.

Not to say I don't use earbuds from time to time

 

I think I am going to try this route first and see how I like it. I would still like to hear some other suggestions.

 

I think I've settled on the HD Boom Audio windshield mounted system. Many who have had both report it works better than the bar mount system, and I figure I probably won't hear any stereo if the windsheild is removed anyway. May not be the end all, but looks like good quality, and I like the factory looking controls. Plenty of youtube clips of these out there.

 

I have a RKC using Cycle Sounds handlebar mount speakers plugged into Garmin Zumo. Works good around town with the volume at maybe 60%. Any volume setting higher than say 70% of maximum and you really miss the lack of bass. So, kind of weak at highway speeds. No radio stations just an MP3 player. Still. I like it and would do it again.