Hello all, I have a new Street Glide and I am looking to upgrade the sound. I am not trying to compete or get into anything crazy, just want it better! What size are the stock speakers so I can get something without having to do a whole lot of mods. Any one useing a tweeter mounted in the dash with a cross over?

I was thinking a set of two way Kickers....

 

Stock Harley speakers are 5-1/4 2ohm. Really limits your options for direct replacement unless you move up to a 6-1/2 or 6-3/4 with an adapter ring.

I think you need to be a bit more specific on what you mean by "a whole lot of mods." Do you just want plug and play speakers? Are you considering adding an amp? This stuff is pretty easy given this forum and the folks here that will help you.

 

I was thinking of replaceing the head unit and the speakers. to go with the 6-1/2s you said i need and adapter ring, how easy is that to install. I really do not want to cut into the dash. i am willing to place a small hole for the tweets.... any suggestions?

 

The adapter rings just screw right into the stock location and allow you to mount a larger speaker. As for tweeters, if you get a good 6 1/2 2 way with a built in tweeter you may find you don't need to mount separate tweeters. You could go with the hogtunes tweeter pod. It's plug and play but does require you to drill two small holes in the dash for mounting and running the speaker wire. If your dead set on separate tweeters you could also pull your air and oil gauges and put them in those spots.

 

Will crutchfield have the adapters?

 

And one last question (well for now). Do i have to really be concerned about getting the Marine/Motorcycle speakers. The only time i am riding in the rain is if i get caught. Fair weather rider here!

 

For the fairing speakers, not really but it can't hurt.

 

me personally, I'd recommend;

• you take a look at the BT7P1 7.1" for your fairing. the adapters needed are also included so when compared to others, the cost difference is minimal.
• hold off on drilling holes in your fairing for the tweeter pods until you've got the speakers installed. You're likely to find you don't need the tweeter pod.
• if you decide you need the tweeter pods, you simply tie them to the already installed speakers and you're done.

 

Sounds like you should keep the original head unit. It is more than ample , for someone wanting just an 'upgrade' in sound.

For the price, ( less than $400 ), ..............a 2 channel amp and speakers will leave you MORE than satisfied.

 

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