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Old Dec 7, 2010 | 07:02 PM
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anyone try the new stereo that mounts onto the windshield for softails? i'm looking at a xmas gift for myself and that's top of the list if it's going to work...
 
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Do you know what its called bro?
 
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I was in Vegas last week and they had that system set up to demo. It sounded pretty good. My wife was there and I made a point of how nice it would be to get it. Lets see if it's under the tree this year.
 
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They have the display set up at our local dealer. It's pretty loud but the sound is tinny. I guess that is to be expected from speakers that size. I do like the shield mount over the bar mounted setup. I have a buddy with the Ron's Radio system and I would go with it over the HD unit personally. It's a few more bucks, but the sound is much better.
 
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If you get it, we can go head to head with my J&M's. Also hoping to get some Cycle Sounds for a sound comparison as well. Here are my J&M's.
with 4 speakers
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xB4wKdhzqA

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ftn7yqCXig

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Old Dec 8, 2010 | 12:38 AM
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May just be me, but I don't see the point in getting a stereo for a motorcycle? I have always viewed it as this: if you want the "comforts" of a car, get a car. Part of the joy of riding a motorcycle is in part to connect with nature and your machine. The sound of the engine, the wind, the birds, etc. are all part of what makes riding unique. Blasting a stereo more or less, just wrecks the experience for me.
 
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We do all have our own opinions and are certainly entitled to them. When I am splitting lanes down the 405 in wall to wall rush hour traffic that is going nowhere, that stereo sure helps keep me nice and calm. I don't really see a stereo as a comfort of a car, but a welcome addition to my ride.

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Drew, How do you have that Iphone mounted?

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