So...I just ordered 7.1 speakers...What next???
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So...I just ordered 7.1 speakers...What next???
I just pre-ordered Biketronics 7.1 Speakers for $179.00 with forum discount and I want to see what would be the best additional upgrade. I have the stock 2 speaker setup with the PBR 300x2 amp and the Polk MM speakers. That seemed to be the cheap hot setup a couple of years ago.
If I'm going to upgrade (modestly) should I get the CV B2 amp to go with the stock head and 7.1 speakers or would I be better off to upgrade the head unit. By the way, Biketronics has the radio install kit right now for $149.00 plus the forum discount. A couple of years ago there were a number of threads from the Guru's here that said the PBRx2 and the 7.1's were a good setup but recent comments indicate the PBRx2 is too weak.
Also, what could I sell the Polks for. I haven't had any problems with mine.
Advice???
Don
If I'm going to upgrade (modestly) should I get the CV B2 amp to go with the stock head and 7.1 speakers or would I be better off to upgrade the head unit. By the way, Biketronics has the radio install kit right now for $149.00 plus the forum discount. A couple of years ago there were a number of threads from the Guru's here that said the PBRx2 and the 7.1's were a good setup but recent comments indicate the PBRx2 is too weak.
Also, what could I sell the Polks for. I haven't had any problems with mine.
Advice???
Don
Last edited by pworks; 10-07-2015 at 05:05 PM. Reason: spelling
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Stocker is CRAP... sorry to say.
while you are opening the fairing, might as well replace stocker.
parts you need:
Aftermarket Radio... 100 or more
handlebar control (BT or ASWC-1/Metra combo or HAWK) 70 or more
rainshield/guard (VTwin/Scosche/BT) 20 or more
ASWC-1 is "by far" cheaper and in general AVC (BT supports, ASWC-1 NOT!) is overrated IMO. I love my 1 push ""MUTE"" / UNMUTE".
so - in short, for 200 (or more) you got the stocker replaced. if in good shape you can sell that one off (Price may vary)
Polks - not sure. People are a bit hesitant about them due to the Quality control issue (stalk meltdown). if you post them here, you better take close ups on the tweeter stalks.
PBR - prob. around 75. sell it as a set.
I started with that combo as well and it was definitely good... as good as I got now... NO!!!!
while you are opening the fairing, might as well replace stocker.
parts you need:
Aftermarket Radio... 100 or more
handlebar control (BT or ASWC-1/Metra combo or HAWK) 70 or more
rainshield/guard (VTwin/Scosche/BT) 20 or more
ASWC-1 is "by far" cheaper and in general AVC (BT supports, ASWC-1 NOT!) is overrated IMO. I love my 1 push ""MUTE"" / UNMUTE".
so - in short, for 200 (or more) you got the stocker replaced. if in good shape you can sell that one off (Price may vary)
Polks - not sure. People are a bit hesitant about them due to the Quality control issue (stalk meltdown). if you post them here, you better take close ups on the tweeter stalks.
PBR - prob. around 75. sell it as a set.
I started with that combo as well and it was definitely good... as good as I got now... NO!!!!
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If you can only do one right now, I'd personally do the CV amp like you mentioned and save up for the radio - my thought is a weak HU but great amp and speakers will sound better than great HU/speakers with a weak amp. Then again, if the increased functionality of a great HU is more appealing to you in the short term that may be better for you. Decisions Decisions.........
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I just pre-ordered Biketronics 7.1 Speakers for $179.00 with forum discount and I want to see what would be the best additional upgrade. I have the stock 2 speaker setup with the PBR 300x2 amp and the Polk MM speakers. That seemed to be the cheap hot setup a couple of years ago.
If I'm going to upgrade (modestly) should I get the CV B2 amp to go with the stock head and 7.1 speakers or would I be better off to upgrade the head unit. By the way, Biketronics has the radio install kit right now for $149.00 plus the forum discount. A couple of years ago there were a number of threads from the Guru's here that said the PBRx2 and the 7.1's were a good setup but recent comments indicate the PBRx2 is too weak.
Also, what could I sell the Polks for. I haven't had any problems with mine.
Advice???
Don
If I'm going to upgrade (modestly) should I get the CV B2 amp to go with the stock head and 7.1 speakers or would I be better off to upgrade the head unit. By the way, Biketronics has the radio install kit right now for $149.00 plus the forum discount. A couple of years ago there were a number of threads from the Guru's here that said the PBRx2 and the 7.1's were a good setup but recent comments indicate the PBRx2 is too weak.
Also, what could I sell the Polks for. I haven't had any problems with mine.
Advice???
Don
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Looks to me like they have dropped their price on them, I paid $270 for them last year and they are listed at $199 on the site now.
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I just pre-ordered Biketronics 7.1 Speakers for $179.00 with forum discount and I want to see what would be the best additional upgrade. I have the stock 2 speaker setup with the PBR 300x2 amp and the Polk MM speakers. That seemed to be the cheap hot setup a couple of years ago.
If I'm going to upgrade (modestly) should I get the CV B2 amp to go with the stock head and 7.1 speakers or would I be better off to upgrade the head unit. By the way, Biketronics has the radio install kit right now for $149.00 plus the forum discount. A couple of years ago there were a number of threads from the Guru's here that said the PBRx2 and the 7.1's were a good setup but recent comments indicate the PBRx2 is too weak.
Also, what could I sell the Polks for. I haven't had any problems with mine.
Advice???
Don
If I'm going to upgrade (modestly) should I get the CV B2 amp to go with the stock head and 7.1 speakers or would I be better off to upgrade the head unit. By the way, Biketronics has the radio install kit right now for $149.00 plus the forum discount. A couple of years ago there were a number of threads from the Guru's here that said the PBRx2 and the 7.1's were a good setup but recent comments indicate the PBRx2 is too weak.
Also, what could I sell the Polks for. I haven't had any problems with mine.
Advice???
Don
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Thanks for the advice. I too was surprised at the price on the Biketronics website. I wonder why no one has started a thread about it.
I was looking for a CV B2 amp and on sonic electronics it showing discontinued. Is there an alternative??
I was looking for a CV B2 amp and on sonic electronics it showing discontinued. Is there an alternative??
Last edited by pworks; 10-09-2015 at 05:27 PM. Reason: Spelling