Just gotta watch like a hawk and some luck helps too.

 

part is neither listed.


Will I need to update on a 2019 with new software?

 

I got a takeoff GTS with the exact same part number, and for kicks I plugged it into my 2017 FLTRU: no love. It gave me an instant "this radio is not compatible with this vehicle" message. I have an appointment (Thanks COVID!!) for next Monday to have the dealer do whatever they need to update it since my only buddy with a '19 bike doesn't want to let me take his outer fairing off so I can plug in my head unit to run the new M20.19.39.00 update that will allow the radio to work on older bikes. Bummer, but he's "superstitious that way". We shall see how that goes: hopefully the dealer tech will understand what needs to be done...he seemed like it would be no big deal when I talked with him this morning.

 

I was told by @Toner123 this weekend that you could put the new GTS in a pre 2019 bike one of three ways:

1) Install the Soundz Interface and keep it in the bike. The interface makes the GTS think it’s in a 2019 bike - $450 this is what I did a few months ago before the recent software updates
2) Use the Soundz Interface to install the GTS, then update the software and you can remove the Soundz Interface. I haven’t tried updating and removing the Soundz interface but I’m going to.
3) Install the GTS in a 2019-2020 bike, perform the software update, then install in the pre 2019 bike.

Here is the HDForums Thread where he posted info about the update

 

If I update mine and it works I’ll let you guys know. I think I’m selling the GTS anyway in order to fit more amps in my fairing... probably a dumb decision but won’t be my first bad one. Anyway, if it works in my 2018 without the Soundz Interface after I update the GTS maybe I’ll loan out the Soundz Interface to anyone looking to by a GTS for a pre 2019 bike. Then you can plug it up, the Soundz Interface will make it work, then you do the software update and unplug the Soundz Interface and send it back to me.

 

I installed it in my 2015 AFTER PLUGGING INTO A 2019 to do the update and it DID NOT HAVE A EFFECT! It only worked after the Soundz harness only.
Also did buy the Techno research unit to add it to the vin of the bike but no dice. Had remote tech with them and all. It won’t work without Soundz harness. GTS cost me 600. Soundz unit plus techno research unit to do my own updates. Still less than a new unit.



QUOTE=jcslim;19091308]I was told by @Toner123 this weekend that you could put the new GTS in a pre 2019 bike one of three ways:

1) Install the Soundz Interface and keep it in the bike. The interface makes the GTS think it’s in a 2019 bike - $450 this is what I did a few months ago before the recent software updates
2) Use the Soundz Interface to install the GTS, then update the software and you can remove the Soundz Interface. I haven’t tried updating and removing the Soundz interface but I’m going to.
3) Install the GTS in a 2019-2020 bike, perform the software update, then install in the pre 2019 bike.

Here is the HDForums Thread where he posted info about the update[/QUOTE]

 

interested if you sell!

 

I should know for sure by the middle-end of this week. I have the Sony 7000 and a few new amps on the way. I’m almost certain that the amps won’t all fit, and I’d rather change the head unit then mount an amp in my saddlebag. PM me toward the end of the week and I’ll let you know where I’m at.

 

changed your mind on the Alpine...

 

I was strongly considering the Alpine 650, but the Sony 7000 should fit with everything else, and it’s faster with the new screen so in the end I went with ordering it.