My Road King Audio Setup
 

I've spent a lot of time in here lately and have learned quite a bit from some very helpful individuals here. I wanted to detail the sound system I've decided to build for my Road King in hopes that it may benefit someone in the future.

-For starters I chose to purchase a Dead Center Fairing. Outstanding quality and customer service. Joel at DC was happy to spend time with me on the phone answering my questions, and exchanging a few emails. I purchased it through Iron Aces Speed Shop. They have been a very competent reseller with great communication and customer service. They purchase directly through Dead Center (others may purchase through distribution) and they saved me a few dollars vs. purchasing direct. I highly recommended Dead Center and Iron Aces.
Note: If you choose to purchase a DC, be careful of discount resellers. Make sure that the reseller is listed on Dead Centers website. You'll find Iron Aces listed.

-Now comes the audio. We'll start with the head unit. I was looking for something to use with my iPhone 5. It was a bit difficult to validate iPhone 5 support. Also wanted something that supports bluetooth. My last requirement was for 4V pre-out, however I settled for a 2V HU. I decided on the Pioneer DEH-X6500BT. I validated the iPhone 5 and Bluetooth support here. I found the best price to be .

-For an amplifier I wanted a four channel amp. If I ever decide to add a tour pack with speakers the infrastructure is there to support them. Based on UltaNutZ many recommendations I chose the Soundstream - PN4.520D. I purchased it through OnlineCarStereo.com. I used the code ocsavings that I found posted by another forum member to save a few more dollars.

-Speakers. Another popular choice the Polk Audio MM651. The SS amp will support the 2.7ohm load and should rock! Best price I found The speakers are the interface between you and the entire system. I think the few extra dollars spend on the MM651 make the best choice.

-Finally Poly-Fil. I'll be adding this Poly-Fil into the fairing behind the Polk speakers. This also came recommended by UltraNutz.

That's it. I'll add pictures to this thread as I build the system.

Thanks to UltraNutz, booch and others for answering all my pestering questions.

Cheers!

Install pics added

sweet! take pics and post a follow up for the group man.. I'm sure there will be lots who will benefit from it.

Agreed. I had a totally different system in mind before jumping on here. Thanks to you all!

Does the DC fairing have 6.5 holes for the speakers ??

Don't forget the amp install kit with fuse !!

Yes it does. 6.5" http://www.deadcentercycles.com/Prod...MSpeakers.aspx

Things are arriving :D
http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h2...ps958cfb8b.jpg

what's that clear stuff? new acoustical foam? LOL

looking forward to seeing the "rest of the story"

Everything has arrived :D

A goodie box from Metra
http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h2...ps2fa236d3.jpg

Soundstream Amp
http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h2...ps1c4a16d9.jpg

Dead Center Fairing
http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h2...psdaec69b0.jpg

Very cool. Subscribed.

I like the design of the Dead Center fairing. Mounting the speakers from the OUTSIDE is a great feature, Harley should take notice. Your system should totally ROCK!!!
I hope to see it in person on the 27th, gonna try to make it up to your Limestone ride. -Steevo-