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Old Dec 19, 2024 | 12:00 AM
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I have an 09 Electra Glide Standard that I bought with no head unit. Dealer told me previous owner stated old head unit died and he wore headphones so he just put a storage bag in the space. Now I want to upgrade the speakers, install a new head unit with an amp. I wear a full face helmet and I would like to hear the music while traveling at hwy speeds (70+ mph). As for budget I haven't really set one but I don't have unlimited funds. I don't want the cheapest gear but I don't need competition gear either. I would like to have something that can withstand the weather if I run into some and something I can use with the stock handlebar controls. I only have upper fairing speakers and I don't plan to add any more. Would like the head unit to connect BT and don't care about disks or USB ports unless its for charging.

I appreciate the help in advance. I look forward to hearing what the great audiophiles suggest.
 
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Great budget friendly set up.

Sony DSX-M55BT

stinger spx 700 amplifier (near new one available right now in audio classifieds)
mmats 601cx speakers. (If your current ones are oem they are 2ohm and poor quality.

 
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If you want a hassle-free, plug and play system, start at Volunteer Audio. Here is a website that features systems for your bike, including head units. https://volunteeraudio.com/product-c...its_with_radio
 
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Originally Posted by Weeboy1
Great budget friendly set up.

Sony DSX-M55BT

stinger spx 700 amplifier (near new one available right now in audio classifieds)
mmats 601cx speakers. (If your current ones are oem they are 2ohm and poor quality.
I would second that Headunit. Can order a whole kit (mounting, thumb control module, radio) from Crutchfield for under $200.
 
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