2011 Limited Complete System Build Help
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2011 Limited Complete System Build Help
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I am looking to replace the audio system on my 2011 Limited. I previously came from the world of sport bikes and a vrod so my audio knowledge for these bikes is strictly what I have read. I ride both with and without the tour pack, so I am want to make sure and get quality speakers in the fairing. I have read mixed reviews on speakers in the lowers and am not sure if I want to invest in adding speakers there or not. I do ride a fair amount with my wife on day trips, so I will be replacing the speakers in the tour pack as well. I can spend up to $1500 on the entire setup, if needed. I would rather save up and spend the money up front, rather than upgrade and change here in a couple months.
For speakers I was looking at the wdx 6 motto from Spork Customs or the Polk MM652. Anyone able to compare the two or comment on if the motos are worth the extra money?
For an amp I was ready to order the soundstream pn41000 until I read that I would most likely loose my fm radio. Maybe I am old school but I would rather not loose fm radio. Would the BT4180 allow me to keep FM radio? Are there any other amps that will power those speakers and allow me to keep fm?
For a head unit, in previous cars I always used Apline units. Do the head units have to be marine rated? If you have and recommendations for head units I would appreciate it. One thread I read recommended the Alpine CDE-HD149BT and while I really like the look of that head unit, I am not sure I want to spend that much on a head unit for a motorcycle.
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Alex
I am looking to replace the audio system on my 2011 Limited. I previously came from the world of sport bikes and a vrod so my audio knowledge for these bikes is strictly what I have read. I ride both with and without the tour pack, so I am want to make sure and get quality speakers in the fairing. I have read mixed reviews on speakers in the lowers and am not sure if I want to invest in adding speakers there or not. I do ride a fair amount with my wife on day trips, so I will be replacing the speakers in the tour pack as well. I can spend up to $1500 on the entire setup, if needed. I would rather save up and spend the money up front, rather than upgrade and change here in a couple months.
For speakers I was looking at the wdx 6 motto from Spork Customs or the Polk MM652. Anyone able to compare the two or comment on if the motos are worth the extra money?
For an amp I was ready to order the soundstream pn41000 until I read that I would most likely loose my fm radio. Maybe I am old school but I would rather not loose fm radio. Would the BT4180 allow me to keep FM radio? Are there any other amps that will power those speakers and allow me to keep fm?
For a head unit, in previous cars I always used Apline units. Do the head units have to be marine rated? If you have and recommendations for head units I would appreciate it. One thread I read recommended the Alpine CDE-HD149BT and while I really like the look of that head unit, I am not sure I want to spend that much on a head unit for a motorcycle.
Thanks
Alex
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The DB Moto's and the Polk MM652's are about the same price? The HU does not have to be marine rated but you'll need a rain cover for protection. Take a look at Sony, Kenwood or Pioneer for your HU. The BT amp will allow you to keep FM. But so will the Arc moto 600.4 which I think is a better sounding amp.
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Also, is a support like this needed for an amp?
https://m.ebay.com/itm/Harley-Davids...&ul_noapp=true
https://m.ebay.com/itm/Harley-Davids...&ul_noapp=true
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Stovetop that is the exact bracket I used and it worked out great for me. I also have the DBX Motos hooked to a SS pn4.1000d amp and they really do sound good. They also are built like tanks. When I took them out of the box their construction dwarfed most 6 1/2 speakers I had ever seen.
As far as losing FM reception with the SS amp I did notice a drop in reception but that was expected because I live in a rural area. There is only one full power FM station that I am aware of within 60 miles of my home. If you live near a big city you may not notice the drop as much. That being said I can still pick up about three or four stations clearly. That probably don't sound too good to city folks but before that I could only pick up about six or seven stations clearly. YMMV.
As far as losing FM reception with the SS amp I did notice a drop in reception but that was expected because I live in a rural area. There is only one full power FM station that I am aware of within 60 miles of my home. If you live near a big city you may not notice the drop as much. That being said I can still pick up about three or four stations clearly. That probably don't sound too good to city folks but before that I could only pick up about six or seven stations clearly. YMMV.
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You might take a look at the focal fdp sport amp. No loss of fm reception on that amp and it will on that amp tray easily.
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Stovetop that is the exact bracket I used and it worked out great for me. I also have the DBX Motos hooked to a SS pn4.1000d amp and they really do sound good. They also are built like tanks. When I took them out of the box their construction dwarfed most 6 1/2 speakers I had ever seen.
Ill check it out. Thanks.
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Originally Posted by Stovetop535
I will give them a call. I am planning on swapping out the head unit. I do not use the factory comm system or cb. Just out of curiosity, what makes their tray better?So in your opinion, worth spending a little extra on the motos? Are you running yours in the tour pack as well as the fairing?Ill check it out. Thanks.
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So in your opinion, worth spending a little extra on the motos? Are you running yours in the tour pack as well as the fairing?
And Spork didn't waste any time shipping them either.
As far as the mounting bracket goes this is the bracket you listed with a very large SS pn4.1000d amp on it. You can be the judge as to whether or not it will fit your needs. The issue with stock head units and pre-Rushmore fairings is the mounting ears of this amp go into little "ears" on the frame rails, so they bear part of the weight of the amp. I'm sure there are better mounts out there, but for what I was attempting this one worked and allowed plenty of room underneath to attach my CB module and the power supply for my Garmin GPS.
Good luck with whichever way you decide to go.