Biketronics verses Hawg Wired

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May 2, 2011 | 03:47 PM

jlinder

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Biketronics verses Hawg Wired

I would like to improve my ability to control my IPod while riding through the bikes radio. I see Biketronics and Hawg Wired both have controllers that allow the use of Sony radios. The Sony CDX-GT740UI radio can also have XM radio if the adaptor is purchased. Can anyone speak to the differences bewteen the 2 controllers? The HD IPod controller is too expensive and the HD XM module is not even close to being reasonable. One of these sounds like a great alternative and possibly getting a better sounding radio in the package.

May 2, 2011 | 05:05 PM

IBHarley

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I put a Sony on with USB and aux input works awesome but did my own mount and interface but Sony does not like to get wet so I used a biketronixs rain cover

May 2, 2011 | 07:25 PM

FFeric

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I went with an Alpine and the cable for the Ipod plugs into the back of the radio and I will put the Ipod in my saddle bag. I will have a HW adaptor for a Sony deck for sale in a week or so once I get my bike back if you are interested? (Hawg Wired 5.2 speakers for sale also)

May 2, 2011 | 08:18 PM

GLACIERPEARL

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Get an Alpine. The cable for the IPOD is very inexpensive,...even for the one that carries video !! Handlebar controls with Biketronics install kit. Great results !

May 2, 2011 | 08:28 PM

CC Rainman

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I have the Hawg Wired kit with a Sony and love it. I went with the HW over the Biketronics because of the cradle that the radio sits in. I did really like the mounting of the Biketronics. Downside is I do not have AVS which I do not use anyway.

May 3, 2011 | 02:00 PM

andyp

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I have got a Biketronics setup in my bike and wouldnt buy anything else.They are the ONLY ones with AVC.Who wants to keep fiddling with the Volume everytime you stop.I know Hawg wired has a nicer mounting setup but ,the Biketronics unit is better(AVC) and has a lifetime warranty.