2015 road glide amp
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2015 road glide amp
Hey guys. I'm wanting to put an Amp in the bike my nephew and I are working on. I'm looking for at least 100 per channel for the speakers in the faring and the same for my lowers. Was also think of 200 watts per channel for the 6x9 speakers in the bag lids. What are my options for an Amp installed inside the faring?
I want to keep the HU because of the nav system in the stock HU.
Thanks.
I want to keep the HU because of the nav system in the stock HU.
Thanks.
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Before your start asking questions here in the forum, checkout what is available for your year model RG.
See the Sponsored ads, Vendor Directory on the right of this screen?
There is a Rockford Fosgate and a JM Rokker icon there. Click on one and ask them what they offer for your bike. Then you can compare that to other brands. Google is your friend away from this forum. There are several motorcycle vendors that sell components you will be interested in. The vendor list here is a good place to start. For your engine upgrades, checkout Fuel Moto.
Stereo systems for HD motorcycles can get very expensive, very quick, just like modifying the engine. Figure out what you want, what your goal is, and what your budget is before you start buying parts. Remember, riding 70mph down the Freeway, every stereo system sounds crappy.
Surf around on this forum, clicking on the different tabs to see where they lead you, that's the best way to learn this forum. Ask questions in the appropriate sections.
At the top left is the forums tab, click on it and a drop down menu appears. Click on the Harley-Davidson Tech and Mechanical Forums tab.
Another drop down menu appears, click on the Audio Systems tab. Similar searches will lead you to the different engine, intake EFI, exhaust, sections.
Good luck, and avoid Rounders, and Jackie Paper.
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Last edited by benscratchin; Feb 23, 2024 at 09:36 AM. Reason: Added text info.
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Yes I have checked the options. I have run into a bit of a speed bump. The dealers seem to praise their stuff and bash others equipment.
Honestly thats why I subscribed to this forum. Figured I could get some opinions that were a little less one biased than what a salesman commission would get me.
Appreciate any imput
Honestly thats why I subscribed to this forum. Figured I could get some opinions that were a little less one biased than what a salesman commission would get me.
Appreciate any imput
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Yes I have checked the options. I have run into a bit of a speed bump. The dealers seem to praise their stuff and bash others equipment.
Honestly thats why I subscribed to this forum. Figured I could get some opinions that were a little less one biased than what a salesman commission would get me.
Appreciate any imput
Honestly thats why I subscribed to this forum. Figured I could get some opinions that were a little less one biased than what a salesman commission would get me.
Appreciate any imput
Some of what you're asking is going to be based on an available budget, a 4 speaker setup can be mild to wild. I have a Rockford TM400 that I purchased used here on the forum, and Hertz speakers that I also purchased here. Works great for me, but isn't going to meet your 200w per channel requirement
Edit: I noticed you mentioned lowers too, at that point you are going to be running two Amps. Sound digital is popular around here, most will recommend a dsp also to tune it to perfection.
Last edited by PureHybrid; Feb 23, 2024 at 11:36 AM.
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Kool,
Thats why I really like the forum. The guy at the store told me that my 6 speakers have a 250 RMS So I figured 200 watts would be ok. This Amp stuff is greak to me and I just want to hear my tunes @ 80 mph without having the radio turned up all the way. If less than 200 watts works than ok
I have a side dump pipe with my stretched bags so the exhaust doesn't come out the back of the bike. Also I have been told the saddle bag need more power because I am driving away from the sound they put out.
Thanks
Thats why I really like the forum. The guy at the store told me that my 6 speakers have a 250 RMS So I figured 200 watts would be ok. This Amp stuff is greak to me and I just want to hear my tunes @ 80 mph without having the radio turned up all the way. If less than 200 watts works than ok
I have a side dump pipe with my stretched bags so the exhaust doesn't come out the back of the bike. Also I have been told the saddle bag need more power because I am driving away from the sound they put out.
Thanks
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I have never dealt with JM Rokker, just curious why you do not recommend them?
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Kool,
Thats why I really like the forum. The guy at the store told me that my 6 speakers have a 250 RMS So I figured 200 watts would be ok. This Amp stuff is greak to me and I just want to hear my tunes @ 80 mph without having the radio turned up all the way. If less than 200 watts works than ok
I have a side dump pipe with my stretched bags so the exhaust doesn't come out the back of the bike. Also I have been told the saddle bag need more power because I am driving away from the sound they put out.
Thanks
Thats why I really like the forum. The guy at the store told me that my 6 speakers have a 250 RMS So I figured 200 watts would be ok. This Amp stuff is greak to me and I just want to hear my tunes @ 80 mph without having the radio turned up all the way. If less than 200 watts works than ok
I have a side dump pipe with my stretched bags so the exhaust doesn't come out the back of the bike. Also I have been told the saddle bag need more power because I am driving away from the sound they put out.
Thanks
Tell us exactly how it's setup now and your budget, that will determine the outcome. Being able to hear the radio at 80mph is subjective IMO, my 2 speaker setup can be heard just fine and it's only a touch over 100w to each one at full tilt. Some guys want it to sound like it does when you're at a stop, personally thats something I consider unreasonable. Obviously it's doable though