I'll start by saying, Biketronics equipment is top notch.

Several years ago, I started my audio upgrade with replacing my head unit and adding an Arc 125.2 amp with Arc speakers. I chose an Alpine digital media player. It was nice, and at the time, Harley didn't have an iPod interface. Adding that capability was the main objective, and I was good for a while.

Soon though, I knew I wanted more.

Next up was a Sony head unit with iPod capability, and a pair of J&M 7.25" speakers paired to the Arc 125.2BX amp (got the BX upgrade when I had a warranty issue with the first 125.2 amp). It was OK. The J&M speakers were very tinny sounding, and left me disappointed. I lived with it though, since I had invested the money.

A few years later, when I did my Road Glide conversion, I kept the head unit and amp, but 'upgraded' to the J&M Rokker 7.25" speakers. Shame on me for expecting different results. Disappointment again.

Well, last spring I replaced the Sony deck with a new Sony MEX-M70BT for the Bluetooth capability and 5v preouts ( I stayed with Sony since I had the Hawg Wired Sony interface), dumped the Hawg Wired mounting kit in favor of the V-Twin Audio Kit with splash cover, and trashed the J&M speakers in favor of the Biketronics BT2180/7.1 combo. The Arc amp has been retired to my benchstock...

It was awesome! I was immediately impressed at the sound level and clarity. I could not only hear my music at highway speeds (80ish out west), but it was clear and legible. My wife, who could never hear the music very well before, much less hear it clearly, was equally impressed.

Soon though, I had an itch to add even more... and this week I finished adding more...

Harley CVO lids with painted grills, BT4180 amp, and BT 6x9 speakers to match the BT7.1 speakers in the fairing. I also opted for the Biketronics amp mounting plate for Road Glides. Bill and the crew at Biketronics were great to work with, as always.

I'm simply astounded. Last night, I spent some time dialing in the 10-band equalizer to my taste. I also adjusted the HPF and HPF slope settings, as well as the 'Position' setting in the radio, among a few others.

I know these rear speakers will only get better as they break in a little bit, but I'm really happy with the results. This should hold me over for a long while on the audio upgrades!



For those considering Biketronics, you can't go wrong. Expensive? Yes, but not as pricey as trying all the alternatives first AND still ending up with buying the right stuff in the end.

Pardon the mess in my garage...

Rear CVO Lids:



Front fairing, before tidying up all the wiring:

 

I went through 3 set ups before getting my Biketronics. Its more cost effective in the long run to just bite the bullet and go Biketronics.

Glad you love the set up. (Actually, I haven't read 1 person who didn't like the set up).

 

Lot of good vendors out there but Biketronics is a GREAT vendor! I've purchased dam near every product they have ever sold including the hog tune speakers. . . LOL! Great products Great company! If you want to do it right and do it once Go Biketronics!

 

I concur....Well Done....

 

Hey redbeard, is that trim on your rear fender in place to keep the seat from contacting the fender or is it just decorative?

 

It's to keep the seat from rubbing the fender. It's a stock item on the 2012 CVO Road Glide/Street Glide. I think they're about $12 each, and look much better than the film they replaced.