Speaker upgrade
Road Master
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 1,086
Likes: 2
From: MKE, WI
I am VERY happy with my Boom Audio Speakers from Harley. I have them installed on my 10 StreetGlide and couldn't be happier. What sold me on them was taking my friends RoadGlide out for a ride with them installed. I as well as my friend did the speaker upgrade with no other additions to the audio system. They look and sound great. Plus, you can't beat the price!
Ride safe...
T
Ride safe...
T
Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 1,687
Likes: 9
From: SoCal & West TN
If you decide to go with the "Non-Motorcycle" standard automobile type speakers, just remember.
The regular speakers are made to be used inside the cars. Not exposed to the rain and UV light on a regular basis.
Motorcycle type speakers are made to get wet and have the sun shine on them for years without breaking down.
Now for the speakers i use. I have used the Harley speaker upgrades in my last Ultra. When I bought my '09 new, I wanted something that had a better sound without adding an amp. I installed the J&M 7.25 speaker kit. The kit comes with the inner fairing pad that helps to improve the sound and make the fairing a speaker box. I also have added the KW Flair windshield. This makes the radio sound very clear at Highway speeds. A vast improvement over the stock and Harley Upgraded speakers.
Just remember, you get what you pay for.
The regular speakers are made to be used inside the cars. Not exposed to the rain and UV light on a regular basis.
Motorcycle type speakers are made to get wet and have the sun shine on them for years without breaking down.
Now for the speakers i use. I have used the Harley speaker upgrades in my last Ultra. When I bought my '09 new, I wanted something that had a better sound without adding an amp. I installed the J&M 7.25 speaker kit. The kit comes with the inner fairing pad that helps to improve the sound and make the fairing a speaker box. I also have added the KW Flair windshield. This makes the radio sound very clear at Highway speeds. A vast improvement over the stock and Harley Upgraded speakers.
Just remember, you get what you pay for.
3rd Gear
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
From: florida
Speakers
My husband put these on his 2000 Electra Glide - unbelievanble sound and lifetime warrany. Also made in America - doesn't get any better than that! http://www.chromeglow.com/catalog.as...showprevnext=1
Road Warrior
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 1,517
Likes: 2
From: the frozen tundra of the "Windy City"
I'm in the process of installing "Shockwave" speakers and also I'm selling some Hogtunes front speakers... PM if interested, but anything would be better than stock thats for sure! Glacierpearl knows what he is talking about, read his posts on his sick stereo! you will never look back!
Good luck with your choice there is a ton of info out there.....
Good luck with your choice there is a ton of info out there.....
Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 204
Likes: 0
From: Massachusetts
I installed the J&M 5.25" replacements.... don't waste your money!!! although the are loud, they have absolutley NO bass at all! the stock speakers sound better.
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Tourer
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 433
Likes: 1
From: Texas
Have put in Kicker speakers and very pleased. Haven't yet added an amp as the back order time was 4 months. After running without the amp not sure if I will add one or not when they come in.
Big Red
Intermediate
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 25
Likes: 0
From:
Had both J&M and Hogtunes with 2003 HD Ultra Classic
Hogtunes 5.25, J&M 5.25 and J&M 7.25 speakers.
Replace the Hogtunes (Bought the bike used) since I wasn't pleased with the clarity at highway speeds.
J&M 5.25 at the exact 8ohm rating of head unit much better clarity.
J&M 7.25 is better at mid bass, no real deep bass from speaker.
Next move will be complete Marine Grade head unit, speakers and 4-channel amp.
Replacement speaker mentioned above is an inexpensive way of improving sound.
Need bass? There are sub kits that be mounted in your tour pack but then you don't have any room to carry stuff.
Maybe mount the marine amp under tour pack and waterproof all connections.
Maybe some day...
Replace the Hogtunes (Bought the bike used) since I wasn't pleased with the clarity at highway speeds.
J&M 5.25 at the exact 8ohm rating of head unit much better clarity.
J&M 7.25 is better at mid bass, no real deep bass from speaker.
Next move will be complete Marine Grade head unit, speakers and 4-channel amp.
Replacement speaker mentioned above is an inexpensive way of improving sound.
Need bass? There are sub kits that be mounted in your tour pack but then you don't have any room to carry stuff.
Maybe mount the marine amp under tour pack and waterproof all connections.
Maybe some day...