Softail Models Standard, Custom, Night Train, Deuce, Springer, Heritage, Fatboy, Deluxe, Rocker and Cross Bones.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Sound system

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Mar 10, 2014 | 04:31 PM
  #81  
patharley's Avatar
patharley
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 400
Likes: 2
From: Montreal (Quebec)
Default

Originally Posted by Scootluver
The only advice I can give is to make sure with whatever 6.5 speakers u use, that the mounting ring is trimmable. Different models have different mounting ring sizes and different materials used. For example, I bought a specifc 6.5 focal model. I have the model number if u need it. My buddy bought 6.5 focals but a different model. The outer mounting ring was a cheaper plastic and he wasnt able to trim them. Had to exchange for the model im running.
Yes you can give me your Focal number !

Any issue with water ?
 
Reply
Old Mar 10, 2014 | 05:52 PM
  #82  
Scootluver's Avatar
Scootluver
Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 233
Likes: 6
From: So Cali
Default

Originally Posted by patharley
Yes you can give me your Focal number !

Any issue with water ?
The model number is IC 165. 6.5 midwoofer/tweeter combo. No issues with water bro. Then again I aint rolling around in rain. Im sure other 6.5 speakers would work, but just ensure the outer mounting ring is trimmable. This model of focal has worked out for me and my buddies who installed the system and they sound very good.
 
Reply
Old Mar 10, 2014 | 08:35 PM
  #83  
mjb765's Avatar
mjb765
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 399
Likes: 2
Default

I ordered her the BOOM audio handlebar mounted speakers......a friend said he could hear them fine on the highway.....we'll see........
 
Reply
Old Mar 11, 2014 | 06:46 PM
  #84  
patharley's Avatar
patharley
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 400
Likes: 2
From: Montreal (Quebec)
Default

Originally Posted by Scootluver
The model number is IC 165. 6.5 midwoofer/tweeter combo. No issues with water bro. Then again I aint rolling around in rain. Im sure other 6.5 speakers would work, but just ensure the outer mounting ring is trimmable. This model of focal has worked out for me and my buddies who installed the system and they sound very good.
Last question, what about the speaker grills?
 
Reply
Old Mar 11, 2014 | 08:38 PM
  #85  
Scootluver's Avatar
Scootluver
Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 233
Likes: 6
From: So Cali
Default

Originally Posted by patharley
Last question, what about the speaker grills?
The picture you see of the end result are the stock speaker grills that come with the speakers. As best I can remember I believe I had to trim just a hair, nothing too drastic. The outer mounting ring needed the most trimming.
 
Reply
Old Mar 17, 2014 | 04:45 PM
  #86  
dlynch851's Avatar
dlynch851
Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2013
Posts: 112
Likes: 2
From: Texas
Default

where did you find the housing?
 
Reply
Old Mar 23, 2014 | 06:02 PM
  #87  
Scootluver's Avatar
Scootluver
Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 233
Likes: 6
From: So Cali
Default

Originally Posted by dlynch851
where did you find the housing?
What housing are you referring to?? The outer chrome housing is just a headlight bucket attached to the crash bar.
 
Reply
Old Mar 23, 2014 | 07:32 PM
  #88  
patharley's Avatar
patharley
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 400
Likes: 2
From: Montreal (Quebec)
Default

Originally Posted by Scootluver
What housing are you referring to?? The outer chrome housing is just a headlight bucket attached to the crash bar.

I just finish the fitment of my 6.5 Kicker speaker in my headlight bucket.. still waiting for dynamat to complet the setup.
 
Reply
HD Forum Stories

The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders

story-0

Jason Momoa Is Turning Classic Harleys Into PHEVs

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Becomes a Dark, Decepticon-Inspired Custom

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

6 Weirdest Harley-Davidsons Ever Sold to the Public

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles

 Verdad Gallardo
story-5

8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-6

10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-7

Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?

 Verdad Gallardo
story-9

Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept

 Verdad Gallardo
Old Mar 23, 2014 | 07:49 PM
  #89  
sLow5Rider's Avatar
sLow5Rider
Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 202
Likes: 3
From: Sacramento, Ca
Default

I have a set of Focal PC165 I took out from a car I sold. The mounting ring on the speakers are pretty thick. I wonder if they would sound better in a 7" headlight bucket since there would be more volume over the 5-3/4" bucket.
 
Reply
Old Mar 23, 2014 | 11:30 PM
  #90  
Scootluver's Avatar
Scootluver
Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 233
Likes: 6
From: So Cali
Default

Originally Posted by patharley
I just finish the fitment of my 6.5 Kicker speaker in my headlight bucket.. still waiting for dynamat to complet the setup.
Cool bro, did u get the amp already to see how it sounds??
 
Reply



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:21 PM.

story-0
Jason Momoa Is Turning Classic Harleys Into PHEVs

Slideshow: Jason Momoa's latest restoration project blends 1920s Harley-Davidsons with modern electric technology, creating some of the most unusual hybrid motorcycles ever built.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-10 17:18:58


VIEW MORE
story-1
Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Becomes a Dark, Decepticon-Inspired Custom

Slideshow: Killer Custom's latest build relies on styling changes rather than performance upgrades, giving the cruiser an entirely different personality.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 18:28:05


VIEW MORE
story-2
6 Weirdest Harley-Davidsons Ever Sold to the Public

Slideshow: From military-inspired singles to scooters and three-wheel utility vehicles, these Harleys took the company far outside its comfort zone.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-02 18:34:10


VIEW MORE
story-3
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window

Slideshow: Harley-Davidson built its reputation on nostalgia, but every so often, the company took a hard left turn into the future.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-20 11:18:19


VIEW MORE
story-4
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles

Slideshow: The bar-and-shield logo shows up on far more than motorcycles, some of the company's most unexpected products have nothing to do with riding.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 16:50:35


VIEW MORE
story-5
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

Slideshow: Not every Harley gets it right, but these are the ones that genuinely earned their reputation.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-15 14:23:21


VIEW MORE
story-6
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

Slideshow: From the troubled AMF years to modern misfires, these bikes earned reputations for reliability issues, questionable engineering, or disappointing performance.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-01 20:01:09


VIEW MORE
story-7
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In

Slideshow: Killer Custom's "Jail Breaker" build focuses more on stance and visual aggression than mechanical overhaul.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-18 19:20:32


VIEW MORE
story-8
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?

Slideshow: The Swiss custom shop has taken a Harley Softail and stretched it into something so long and low that it looks closer to a rolling sculpture than a conventional motorcycle.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-07 16:15:30


VIEW MORE
story-9
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept

Slideshow: Harley-Davidson's new RMCR concept revives the café racer formula with modern hardware-and it may be exactly the reset the company needs.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-04 12:23:37


VIEW MORE