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Latest help me with a system request
I have a 12 FLHTCU with the stock radio and the wonderful boom speakers. It appears that I have either blown the front left speaker or it has a bad connection. I have been unhappy with the sound anyway. It seemed that the bass was almost sounded out by the motor/exhaust/road noise at speed, and all I'd get are highs and some mids.
What I'm looking for is a new system that is a simple bolt in, that keeps the stock radio. Originally, I was thinking about just upgrading the fairing speakers and leaving the booms in the tourpack. After reading here, that seems to be a bad idea.
I'd like to only have to use a single amp, and I'm a bit concerned that the speakers be able to handle the rain and washing that the bike sees. I'd rather not have to go hacking into the factory harness either.
FM reception is not an issue, I do listen mostly to Sirius satellite radio though.
Did I mention that I'd like it to be fairly cheap as well?
Impossible? I know that everything is a trade off, I just see some very knowledgeable people in here and am looking for some informed opinions.
What I'm looking for is a new system that is a simple bolt in, that keeps the stock radio. Originally, I was thinking about just upgrading the fairing speakers and leaving the booms in the tourpack. After reading here, that seems to be a bad idea.
I'd like to only have to use a single amp, and I'm a bit concerned that the speakers be able to handle the rain and washing that the bike sees. I'd rather not have to go hacking into the factory harness either.
FM reception is not an issue, I do listen mostly to Sirius satellite radio though.
Did I mention that I'd like it to be fairly cheap as well?
Impossible? I know that everything is a trade off, I just see some very knowledgeable people in here and am looking for some informed opinions.
Last edited by Chucks1911; Aug 25, 2013 at 11:14 AM.
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since FM is not an issue for you and if you want to go a full blown install then
Soundstream PN4.520D amp
Biketronics BT7P1 7.1" fairing speakers
Polk Audio MM651 tourpak pod speakers
This setup will run you less than $550 however I have to tell you anything that requires a little more effort than simply plug-n-play is going to be your best route.
I do however suggest (unless you just want to do it all) you simply replace the fairing speakers first with the BT7P1. This might be all you need to satisfy your audio requirements. Again if you want something that will rock and for a reasonable amount of $, the above option is what I'd go for.
Soundstream PN4.520D amp
Biketronics BT7P1 7.1" fairing speakers
Polk Audio MM651 tourpak pod speakers
This setup will run you less than $550 however I have to tell you anything that requires a little more effort than simply plug-n-play is going to be your best route.
I do however suggest (unless you just want to do it all) you simply replace the fairing speakers first with the BT7P1. This might be all you need to satisfy your audio requirements. Again if you want something that will rock and for a reasonable amount of $, the above option is what I'd go for.
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since FM is not an issue for you and if you want to go a full blown install then
Soundstream PN4.520D amp
Biketronics BT7P1 7.1" fairing speakers
Polk Audio MM651 tourpak pod speakers
This setup will run you less than $550 however I have to tell you anything that requires a little more effort than simply plug-n-play is going to be your best route.
I do however suggest (unless you just want to do it all) you simply replace the fairing speakers first with the BT7P1. This might be all you need to satisfy your audio requirements. Again if you want something that will rock and for a reasonable amount of $, the above option is what I'd go for.
Soundstream PN4.520D amp
Biketronics BT7P1 7.1" fairing speakers
Polk Audio MM651 tourpak pod speakers
This setup will run you less than $550 however I have to tell you anything that requires a little more effort than simply plug-n-play is going to be your best route.
I do however suggest (unless you just want to do it all) you simply replace the fairing speakers first with the BT7P1. This might be all you need to satisfy your audio requirements. Again if you want something that will rock and for a reasonable amount of $, the above option is what I'd go for.
Can you run that part down for me like you did the plug and play you posted?
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simply meant this is not a plug-n-play system. But also not difficult to install either. Look at the top of the audio forum there are stickys with step by step instructions for various setups.
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- more bass out of the biketronics/hat speakers
- not too many good choices for rear pods because of the depth of the pods.
- if you want better for rear pods Biketronics also has the rear pods with the 7.1" in them as well.
Last edited by UltraNutZ; Aug 26, 2013 at 11:57 AM. Reason: additional info added.
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since FM is not an issue for you and if you want to go a full blown install then
Soundstream PN4.520D amp
Biketronics BT7P1 7.1" fairing speakers
Polk Audio MM651 tourpak pod speakers
This setup will run you less than $550 however I have to tell you anything that requires a little more effort than simply plug-n-play is going to be your best route.
I do however suggest (unless you just want to do it all) you simply replace the fairing speakers first with the BT7P1. This might be all you need to satisfy your audio requirements. Again if you want something that will rock and for a reasonable amount of $, the above option is what I'd go for.
Soundstream PN4.520D amp
Biketronics BT7P1 7.1" fairing speakers
Polk Audio MM651 tourpak pod speakers
This setup will run you less than $550 however I have to tell you anything that requires a little more effort than simply plug-n-play is going to be your best route.
I do however suggest (unless you just want to do it all) you simply replace the fairing speakers first with the BT7P1. This might be all you need to satisfy your audio requirements. Again if you want something that will rock and for a reasonable amount of $, the above option is what I'd go for.
OK just bought all this. When can I expect you to come over and install it? Haha.
Thanks for the help!
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otherwise, lots of folks here to help and then you can always call me.. if you need me send me a PM and I'll send ya my number...