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Old Dec 27, 2020 | 09:52 PM
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2020 flhtk. Looking at the below options that have been recommended to me all by super reputable shops. Thoughts? I don't need competition. I don't like real bright or high music. Need waterproof which these all are. Not yet willing to give up saddle bag storage yet. May add lower speakers later down the line.

Option 1 prv6mr500cf in fairing Gzcf 6.5 spl in tour pack.
Sd800.4 Sd400.4
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Option 2 gzcf 6.5 spl in both fairing and tour pack Sd 800.4
Dsr1
Option 3. Gzcf 6.5 spl in fairing Hertz 6.5 spl show in tour pack Sd800.4 Dsr1
 
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Old Dec 27, 2020 | 11:47 PM
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Originally Posted by matthew6279
2020 flhtk. Looking at the below options that have been recommended to me all by super reputable shops. Thoughts? I don't need competition. I don't like real bright or high music. Need waterproof which these all are. Not yet willing to give up saddle bag storage yet. May add lower speakers later down the line.

Option 1 prv6mr500cf in fairing Gzcf 6.5 spl in tour pack.
Sd800.4 Sd400.4
. Gzdsp
Option 2 gzcf 6.5 spl in both fairing and tour pack Sd 800.4
Dsr1
Option 3. Gzcf 6.5 spl in fairing Hertz 6.5 spl show in tour pack Sd800.4 Dsr1
Option 1 - you'd need tweeters as well with the prv. This is my least favorite combo

Option 2 - good thought. Love the GZCF 65SPL but they won't fit in the pack without some serious spacers.

Option 3 - also a good thought but not sure if you mean SV165 or the new Neo coax.

I'd alter things a bit. I'd do Gz coax in fairing and possibly hertz neo in pack as they'll fit better. I'd also run a 1200.4 2 ohm to give everything up to 300 watts each. Better to have than have not on power.

The DSR1 has been lackluster in my experience. However others have had good luck with it at times. If the budget is there, look into a better dsp that will fit in the fairing. The arc psm is always a very good standby and fits well.

Keep in mind that you'll need either a BT355 or a flash to your head unit. The flash would be preferred if possible. Most techno research dealers can get you what you need. There is a thread titled "Boom Flash RTA's" that I did explaining all the flashes. 8/2 is my go to on most setups with a dsp so you can start with the most flat signal.

Good luck. Feel free to PM me if you need any help.
 
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Old Dec 28, 2020 | 11:59 AM
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Have the same bike, and I have the GZ's in the fairing, and am putting the GZ blacks in the tour pack. But, I also have 8" PRV's in each lid plus tweeters. 2 amps driving the setup and definitely not competition level. That's a whole new game. I've got the DD DSI-2 for dsp. Fits well in the cb cubby. Like Adenton said, need a flash for best performance. Also a Pac SNI-35 to convert from speaker inputs to RCA outputs to the amp.
 
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Option 1 - you'd need tweeters as well with the prv. This is my least favorite combo I THOUGHT SO TOO THIS IS WHAT WAS RECOMMENDED TO ME BY A SHOP

Option 2 - good thought. Love the GZCF 65SPL but they won't fit in the pack without some serious spacers. I THOUGHT THESE ONLY NEEDED A .5" SPACER FOR TP THE GZCF AND SX165 ARE ABOUT .5" DIFFERENT OR SO

Option 3 - also a good thought but not sure if you mean SV165 or the new Neo coax. YES THE NEW NEO COAX I THINK IT IS THE SX165 NEO?

I'd alter things a bit. I'd do Gz coax in fairing and possibly hertz neo in pack as they'll fit better. I'd also run a 1200.4 2 ohm to give everything up to 300 watts each. Better to have than have not on power.

The DSR1 has been lackluster in my experience. However others have had good luck with it at times. If the budget is there, look into a better dsp that will fit in the fairing. The arc psm is always a very good standby and fits well.

Keep in mind that you'll need either a BT355 or a flash to your head unit. The flash would be preferred if possible. Most techno research dealers can get you what you need. There is a thread titled "Boom Flash RTA's" that I did explaining all the flashes. 8/2 is my go to on most setups with a dsp so you can start with the most flat signal. I'D GET THE FLASH DONE FOR SURE

Good luck. Feel free to PM me if you need any help.
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Originally Posted by Adenton528
Keep in mind that you'll need either a BT355 or a flash to your head unit. The flash would be preferred if possible. Most techno research dealers can get you what you need. There is a thread titled "Boom Flash RTA's" that I did explaining all the flashes. 8/2 is my go to on most setups with a dsp so you can start with the most flat signal.
I will check the thread you listed, and I do not mean to crash OPs thread, but I hoped to clarify something. With the BT355, I would not have to go to the dealer and have my '19 flashed?

I was even considering getting a TR scan tool.

Thanks
 
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I will check the thread you listed, and I do not mean to crash OPs thread, but I hoped to clarify something. With the BT355, I would not have to go to the dealer and have my '19 flashed?

I was even considering getting a TR scan tool.

Thanks

Biketronics has a flash box you can use and return for a refundable $200 deposit. The flash is $50 if you don't buy a setup from them, free if you do.
 
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