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Old May 29, 2020 | 09:56 AM
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Bike: 2015 Street Glide Special
Head unit: Boom 6.5 stock
Goal: Add 6x9 speaking lids to saddlebags, upgrade front speakers, add amp, do it without breaking the bank.

I'm not looking for a spectacular sound system, just something better than stock. I don't want to spend a lot of money on super high end components. I can actually live with the sound now but I have to replace a saddle bag lid (don't ask) and thinking of going with speaker lids.

What is your recommendation for speakers, amp, and other items to make it all work.
 
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The RF 6X9 are sos but you can upgrade later if you choose to.
BT line levelers 90.00
Stinger spx700x4 190.00
Mmats PA601.4cx 200.00
RF LID Kit 500.00
Install kit 40.00
 
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Old Jun 1, 2020 | 11:48 AM
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Originally Posted by Fireball Jack
The RF 6X9 are sos but you can upgrade later if you choose to.
BT line levelers 90.00
Stinger spx700x4 190.00
Mmats PA601.4cx 200.00
RF LID Kit 500.00
Install kit 40.00
Thanks for the help!

I'm buying Hogworkz 6x9 lids because I have to replace the left one. Has a deep gouge in it and will be $200 just to replace. So might was well replace both with speaker lids.

What 6x9 would you use if not the RF?
 
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Old Jun 1, 2020 | 12:01 PM
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Originally Posted by BigMike
Thanks for the help!

I'm buying Hogworkz 6x9 lids because I have to replace the left one. Has a deep gouge in it and will be $200 just to replace. So might was well replace both with speaker lids.

What 6x9 would you use if not the RF?
BigMike, go with the MMats PA 690.4 for the lids as they will go well with the MMats PA601CX for the fairing and the Stinger 700 amp.
Hope this helps.
Mike
 
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Old Jun 2, 2020 | 11:05 AM
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Big Mike,
I'll second Mike on his recommendation.
The Mmats in the fairing and the speaker lids are a great choice, and will pair nicely with the Stinger SPX 700.
In my opinion, it's a bargain. Might be a little more than some people are prepared to pay, but it will exceed most people's expectations. Great sounding speakers, plenty of volume.
Remember to order the speakers with waterproofing.
 
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