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Old 03-18-2013, 11:58 AM
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I dont listen to my stereo that much but sometimes its nice to have some tunes available. I still have the stock 07 speakers which were never that good but are getting worse...just lots of distortion now.

I dont want to add an amp or super high end 6" speakers and tweeter pods, just better replacements. Im thinking about maybe some 2 way speakers would add some quality to the sounds.

My music comes from either the radio or an Ipod Nano with various R&R stuff on it.

I know there are multiple opinions on speakers (ref recent JM thread), Alpine, JL, Infinity, Sony, Pioneer, Hogtunes, etc.... so whos running what for stock replacements.


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Old 03-18-2013, 12:03 PM
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I bought the Hogtunes speakers.
Much better then stock and sound pretty good for $100.
I'm not an audiophile so I just wanted to be a little louder with less distortion and these did the trick.
I did add their amp, which also made a big difference for cheap.
It all depends on how much you want to spend and how much you expect from the system.
 
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I've got the J & M's, and while much better and louder than stock I wouldn't buy them again. Over-priced, and sound quality leaves a lot to be desired of.
 
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Hey Jim, I'm going with the Harley replacements. They sound pretty good for $150. Love my Aero windshield. Good luck and see you around!
 
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Biketronics Titan II FTW!
 
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Old 03-18-2013, 01:24 PM
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You could go to a store like Best Buy and get some Polk speakers for around 70 dollars. They sound good and are marine grade do water wont harm them or sunlight.
 
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I thought the Boom replacements sounded pretty good- not too much money if you're only looking to swap out the factory cones. PM me an offer- I have my set of Boom speakers just taking up space on a shelf since I've moved to all-aftermarket audio.
 
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Without an amp ya need to stick with 2 ohm speakers. Infinity and JBL are both made by Harman Kardon like your radio and have some nice 2 ohm coax 6.5" speakers that along with some dragonfly (forum sponsor offers discounts to members) adapters will blow most "motorcycle" set-ups away for under $200.
 
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Old 03-19-2013, 05:40 PM
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Thanks everyone, Ill keep your suggestions in mind when I start shopping
 
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Love my boom audio speakers with no amp. Gives ya just what you need.
 


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