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Old Apr 5, 2015 | 06:23 PM
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Hello all,

I am currently in the beginning stages of adding a batwing fairing to my Road king, and am currently using all OEM parts so it doesn't have that aftermarket look. I think I am pretty good with the how to of the install, but I do need to be educated on the sound system. It is like a foreign language to me, how many watts do I want? How many channels do I need in my amp? What size speakers work best in the Batwing? Do I want to buy the conversion and use 6x9's? I am not looking for a show quality sound system. I want something that will sound good going down the road. (I understand that my exhaust, and highway speeds will effect that). So as much I will need some opinions on what works, and what doesnt, if someone could simply explain the components, and their output, that would be great.

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Matt
 
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Old Apr 5, 2015 | 07:48 PM
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The audio section of the forum will be the best place to start.
 
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Old Apr 5, 2015 | 08:03 PM
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If you just want a basic sound system that's not very impressive just go with a stock head unit and speakers. If you want something a little better go with a stock head unit and biketronics 2180 amp and 7.1 speakers.
 
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