Decent Sound with Big Motor?

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Jan 30, 2015 | 01:36 PM

Egldr05

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Decent Sound with Big Motor?

A couple of questions regarding a sound system for my 2005 FLH.

My Sony HU gave it up a couple of years ago. At the time I was running a lower line set of Infinity's in the fairing with an ARC 2 channel mini. I haven't had any tunes since and have also upgraded the motor to a 120". The sound before on my 98" was what I would classify as just okay putting around the back roads, not too hot when going much over 55 MPH.

Is it crazy to think I could have some decent sound while cruising the freeway with a 120" motor?

Thanks,
Rick

Jan 30, 2015 | 02:17 PM

Little Mike

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We're going to need some additional info. What's your budget? What is your ultimate goal? When you did the motor did you upgrade to the high output charging system?

As a side question, what exhaust are you running that you don't think you'll be able to hear the audio going down the road?

Jan 30, 2015 | 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Egldr05

I run CFR's and can't hear them when I turn my music up. You put the right system on you bike. You will hear it.

Jan 30, 2015 | 03:41 PM

Egldr05

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I did not upgrade the charging system. I'm running V&H Power Duals with Khromewerks 4" HP Plus performance mufflers. I guess my goal is to be able to clearly hear the music while running 70 mph. No real budget limitations, I don't mind spending the money if it's going to be worthwhile.

I've been researching this a bit lately and have pretty much decided the BT 7.1's would be the way to go, maybe the BT 4 channel amp. I do frequently run with a TP so I would add pods but I want to be able to hear it decently with just the fairing speakers if possible.

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Rick

Jan 30, 2015 | 04:09 PM

Little Mike

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If you don't have any real budget restraints then look into the two BT threads near the top. Bill has offered a group buy if enough guys get in.

Jan 30, 2015 | 06:47 PM

Egldr05

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Originally Posted by Little Mike

If you don't have any real budget restraints then look into the two BT threads near the top. Bill has offered a group buy if enough guys get in.

Thanks for the tip on the group buy. This might be the way to get started. I'm thinking the 4180 amp with the Pro speakers for the fairing and add the TP pods later. I'm thinking a Kenwood HU. My Sony crapped out and was covered under warranty with another one that crapped out. I've always run Kenwoods in my cars so I think I'll go with tried and true. Now I just need to pick one out.

Rick