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Old Mar 7, 2016 | 11:29 AM
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I'll try to keep this short. But I'll start with what I had, Sony M50IP, ARC 2ch amp and Biketronics 6.5 Hertz speakers and controller.
Last year the ARC quit right before bikeweek and I got the Soundstream PN4.520D on here from a member as a quick fix, sounded good but lost all radio frequencies, CD was starting to skip, Ipod cable was getting a short in it, not fun.
Fast forward to Christmas this year, I got the Pioneer DEH-X9600BHS.( was looking at it and the Kenwood forum favorite)
Installed it, wow what a difference and had all FM channels!
Then the BT controller wasn't working correctly, and with this radio noticed that the Hertz speakers lost their highs (loved these speakers, treble always turned down when riding) . Called Biketronics, long story short, upgraded to the 7.1's and got a new controller. As always , great people!
I also have Polk DXI651's in my lowers, before I wasn't so impressed but now they scream!
We rode to Daytona for Bikeweek this weekend and this was my first ride with this setup.
Pros- Very full and clear, great sounding , cd player never missed a beat, Bluetooth worked flawlessly.
Cons-The HD radio goes in and out too much for my liking, sitting still it's fine. (for the Daytona trip I put the tour pack on with stock antenna)
I think I need more power,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, = )
I can't imagine you guys with the 7.1 Pro's and the BT amps!
 
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Old Mar 7, 2016 | 12:25 PM
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Let me recap. The only thing you changed is the fairing speakers to the 7.1's and the Pioneer HU? Got your FM channels back and the Polks woke up?
 
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Old Mar 7, 2016 | 07:39 PM
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Originally Posted by chevele72
, I can't imagine you guys with the 7.1 Pro's and the BT amps!
Not sure what/how you mean that ..is that good or bad? I just went with the 7.1 pros & the 4180 amp.
 
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Old Mar 8, 2016 | 06:16 AM
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Gannicus, that is correct.


ILLADELPHFATBOY, They must be a heck of a setup, meaning GOOD!


The head unit made a world of difference over the 8 year old Sony.
 
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Old Mar 8, 2016 | 07:28 AM
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Chevele, I had the SS PN4 520D upgraded to the 4180..Wow.. big difference, time for a better amp Bro! LOL
 
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In due time Mike!!!
 
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Originally Posted by chevele72
ILLADELPHFATBOY, They must be a heck of a setup, meaning GOOD!.
Okay Chevele...got ya! (Whew) LoL
 
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