Install Aftermarket Stereo & Speakers on a Honda VTX Motorcycle With Batwing Fairing

[@TROLLSTIN13]

Very simple and easy to do. I was overwhelmed when I first saw the road/street glide fairing hook up.

[@duncanmcginnis]

Never mind my previous comment! All I needed to do was watch the damn video to the 12 minute mark and my question was answered. It's what I get for being an old geezer who hasn't installed audio in 30 years while suffering from ADD!! Excellent video! Thanks!!!

[@RyanUrlacher]

U betcha, glad the video was useful!

[@Materman76]

Great, Great video! I'm not in any way handy, but this video has answered every question I've had regarding a Stealth fairing install. Thanks!

[@spanky522]

In regards to what antenna to use, I just used an old car antenna cable about 6" long and soldered a 2 ft. piece of insulated copper wire to the positive side of it (the center, not the outside if the cable, that is the ground) It's just routed around the inside of the fairing and picks up radio stations from over 60 miles away, so I figure it works pretty well for what it is. There may be better ones out there, but for what I have, it works perfect.

[@yousufalhousni1992]

I liked the way you put the music system ..i have the same bike 1300

[@tedturner5299]

Thank you very much, just finished my own installation with the help of this video.

[@RyanUrlacher]

Awesome Ted. Super glad!! Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@tylerpreston1124]

Great video y’all thanks this help me a lot when I go to install my batwing on my bike

[@stevehicks8666]

I mounted a batwing on my VTX 1800c & went with the BOSS marine stereo & speaker system with amp & the head cover, it’s water proof & has a UV protective coating for those days you can’t find any shade to park under. The marine stereo systems I think are better for this type of application simply because you never know when you might hit rain & why take the chance???

[@kailani5518]

Where did you get your batwing for your Honda? I have a 2004 Honda shadow vtx1300 , will it fit mine?

[@butr4urblscultsgaming936]

A better way to splice into the factory wiring would be not to cut the wire. You remove a piece of the wire sheathing, split the wire apart, and run the new wire thru and wrap it around. You then use solder the connection and use water proof wrap tape.

[@calvinjones145]

Great video, thanks. My concern is I didn’t see a fuse link on your positive line. Safety first.

[@alsavage6320]

Nice job with your installation on your vehicle by the way I'm getting ready to do 1800 F model but I want to make sure it can be heard down the road can you add an amp to it

[@MrPferrell08]

This video is so helpful, thanks! I'm curious though. Wont the stereo bounce around with just that bracket holding it? Seems like maybe a piece of foam or insulation wedged in there to steady it might help. What are your thoughts on that? Again, thanks so much for putting this together.

[@benvenegas8708]

Thanks I'm going to get brave n do n install on my Royal star 1300...n you guys make it look easy so Im going to try it out

[@charlieharalson5513]

Question where is the antenna mounted at I didn’t see one hooked up

[@tincup850]

nicely done sir.....been trying this same exact project

[@RyanUrlacher]

patrick Day Your very welcome. Thanks for taking the time to comment. Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids bro: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@duncanmcginnis]

I'm working on putting a stereo in my VTX with an aftermarket fairing. What mounting hardware did you use for the head unit?

[@Kdsound]

One VERY important point not made here is that you have to have SHALLOW speakers because the Batwing does not have much depth and you also need slimline grills. standard gills will extend past the bottom of the Batwing. I have had to do a lot of fabricating on the bottom portion of the speaker to fit.

[@chachee15]

I have 6x9 speakers for mine and they dont fit in the hole. I have to grind down the hole to make it bigger. Did you have that problem too?

[@jeshuawilson6788]

What about adding an amplifier with the speakers? Any videos on how to?

[@noidea1962]

Just a quick note....well, first, THANK YOU for these vids...but now, on to my concern. If you go by the moniker Law Abiding Biker, then why oh why are you allowing a criminal to bring a "HOT'' radio? LOL LOL J/K

[@RyanUrlacher]

+Thomas NUNYA Thanks, we try to joke and have fun sometimes. Ride safe bro!

[@porkins93]

I was more upset about saying "hot and negative wires" lol as an electrician I dont like the mixing of terminology. "Hot and ground" or "positive and negative " lol

[@jeffhutchins6165]

Great video gentlemen. I am looking to add a batwing fairing to my 02 Shadow Spirit 1100. A couple of questions...1. I don't recall any information/comments in regards to an antenna for the radio? Assume you would get very little range without one?2. Can waterproof radios/speakers be purchased...and where?Thanks again.

[@RyanUrlacher]

+Jeff Hutchins You can find many motorcycle / boat radios and speakers that are weather proof. Tune Trapper makes an antenna that can be hidden inside the fairing. Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids bro: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@stevehicks8666]

Keep in mind marine speakers will have a water proof case around the back of the speaker that covers the magnet & can sometimes be larger than car speakers making them to large for the cut out so if 5.25 is recommended then 5.25 marine speakers will be to big

[@kalvinsmith6187]

Can i use regular car speakers/stereo? What could i use for better bass? New to bike systems wanting bass with my sound, recommendations?

[@FarRightRider]

Depends on your bikes excess electric abilities. First thing you need to do is find out what size fuses are in your ride and what's not being used. Not all bikes can handle the same demands. It does take some time to learn, but you can and you can do it relatively easy! There's allot of videos that explain everything you'll need to know. And the best part is, once you know this stuff, you'll NEVER be misguided again and pretty much be able to effectively investigate and answer your own questions! Happy adventuring!

[@tonyclauson5111]

Great video! Thank you it really helped me out-

[@RyanUrlacher]

Glad to help Tony. Thank you for the positive feedback! Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@ZboyzWillie02]

What wattage radio and speakers did you install? Trying to install this week and everywhere online says I need 300 watts RMS each speaker (two 6x9s) which means i need a 600 watt RMS radio and all the radios I'm able to get are only like max 50 RMS x 4

[@mikebigeasyrider]

Great video Ryan and Kevin, question , is there a need for an in line fuse when installing the radio ? Thanks

[@speedshiftr88]

Most stereos come with small fuse...back of unit itself...good luck bro

[@RyanUrlacher]

Mike BigEasyRider speedshifter88 is correct. The stereo had a built in fuse. If you installing one that doesn't, I would definitely suggest putting one inline on the constant power.

[@squidduck]

As a side note, fuse should be as close to the battery as possible. Solder and shrink tube is much better and safer than butt connectors.

[@EricLindsey123]

Great video! Thanks!

[@RyanUrlacher]

You are most welcome! Glad to be of help. Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@jloaeza65]

Can I have the link to buy the fairing please

[@stevedozier1054]

I bought a bat wing for my 2005 Yamaha Rd. star 1700 and the stereo opening is very large. It is 5 inches wide by 9 inches long takes for 4 x 5“ speakers but when I bought a stereo for it the hole in the bat wing is too big. And the speaker holes will not accommodate a 4 x 5” speaker because the holes are about a half inch too big what would you recommend to install a marine stereo with four speakers with 6 inch speakers and what adapters would I need to make the stereo fit a hoe.

[@blueshere4u]

What handlebar risers are you using?. I like those. I want a pair for my bike

[@RyanUrlacher]

We think they're stock. They were on the bike when the owner bought it. Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@blueshere4u]

Ok thank you.

[@gtownsurfcody]

Best accessory on this bike is on the key chain. KFC rocks

[@carlbarker2068]

I already have a power supply that is turned on and off by the ignition switch, can I use a matching 2 prong connector and hook the red and yellow wires on the radio together to have power? That power supply powers a CB radio on the bike. How can I use that to power my radio? It is a 2 prong black and red.

[@jaydee8285]

Can you tell us exactly by color how the wires go on the battery from radio...completely diff from installing in car

[@123doom22]

Where dose the black ground wire go? Because without a ground it will not turn on

[@richierich1169]

Have you updated any install with an amp?

[@RandyMarsh-nu6lo]

I've been looking at some marine radios to install... but I'd rather have a traditional radio and traditional speakers if I could. Will the water/ humidity damage the deck? Or speakers?

[@RyanUrlacher]

Yes, water can ruin standard decks and speakers. We would suggest the marine grade. Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@MisDirected2014]

most good speakers are already water resistant...there are few speakers made with paper cone or dust caps...most are now made with poly, metal, or kevlar.

[@everwharesismine]

curious on what he decided to use as an antennae...?I purchased a Harley strip antennae that is hidden inside my fairing...bought the same fairing, from the same people, by the way... works great..

[@RyanUrlacher]

+everwharesismine Great info. Thank you for sharing with the community. Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids bro: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@orion1a]

I did not see an answer to this question. What about an antennae? i did not hear you talk about one.

[@alsavage6320]

My question is how do you hook up an amplifier to the system if you can

[@erikhamilton4866]

When picking out a unit and speakers do you have to pick a marine unit and speakers?

[@RyanUrlacher]

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[@123doom22]

So I'm having trouble I did everything in the video to the tee and I had the bike on not running so I could set up the radio and clock and all right and when to start my bike after only like 20 mins and battery was completely dead

[@kyakukid1]

What will be the preferred gauge of wire that should be used when installing audio in the audio fairing? i wouldn't want anything catching on fire.

[@MisDirected2014]

if you are referring to the power wire then you want something that is 8-10 gauge.

[@johndowning4292]

I'm getting a 2007 VTX 1300 will the batwing work on it I know yall have a 2008 vtx

[@virtuosis_artistic_whistling]

Не чего не понятно .... но интересно наверное блин -блинский ! Вот для чего нужен перевод под видео !

[@TheDogcatchersito]

Where did you run that remote wire. Couldn't see it.

[@nielsenl4171]

do they make these fairing for older Honda like the 750 k models I think that would look cool

[@RyanUrlacher]

+Lance Nielsen Not sure Lance. The owner brought the fairing to us to help him install. I'd suggest a google search. Sorry I cant help much more.

[@chachee15]

would a double din fit in that space if you cut it all out?

[@RyanUrlacher]

We believe it would. Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@daneckert3954]

You can always cut it. Just cut my fairing for a double din/gps unit. It now rest on the inner fairing where it arches for the headlight.

[@dewdewyah]

Think I missed where the ground wire got attached. Do you just attach it to the frame somewhere?

[@porkins93]

He ran it to the negative post on the battery, but ground is ground is ground is ground. So you can run it to the frame if you like.

[@RanGer-498]

Shoot my batwing from them I had to struggle so hard to reassemble it(put the 2 side back together) ..I ended up having to take it off my bike reassemble it them re mount it .

[@alien4fish]

Wait..... what about the radio antenna???? how\ where did you mount the antenna??

[@RyanUrlacher]

The owner did not install an antenna. Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@99shadows66]

When I put a batwing with a radio on my VTX I used a marine dipole antenna, plugged it into the radio then hot glued the legs of the antenna along the inside of the back half of the batwing. So far the radio reception is good and the hot glue has held nicely. Search the words AM FM dipole antenna It looks like a capital letter T with a plug for automotive radios. Sold on Amazon or eBay or marine supply stores.

[@yousufalhousni1992]

So i am thinking of putting Sounds system just like these...any chamce i can build by myself??

[@RyanUrlacher]

I'm sure you can. Soundz makes good products. Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@DouglasDottellis]

Why did you not need an antenna on this radio?

[@babyboats1217]

I have a 2007 honda shadow spirit 750. will the parts in the video be compatible? if not do you have links that could help me get what I will need? thank you.

[@RyanUrlacher]

+babyboats1217 We're not sure and sorry we don't have a link. The parts we bought by the owner of the bike. There are several companies that make these fairings. You should be able to find what you need with an internent search. Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids bro: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@campowers6337]

getting ready to install on my 2006 vtx 1300c what gauge wires should I use for +, -, remote?

[@RyanUrlacher]

You should always use what the stereo or amplifier manufacture suggests. Ride safe & Ride Often!Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide?Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@ErnieSesameStreet]

With the stereo and speakers install, does it shorten the battery life?

[@RyanUrlacher]

Can't say for sure, but i doubt it.

[@ErnieSesameStreet]

At timing 4:50, how can I find the hot connecting wire for Harley Davidson Dyna? At timing 17:00, is it the yellow wire is to provide continue power to the stereo when the bike is switch off? So that when switch on the bike again, the stereo can remember the last setting or the clock timing, is it? Why don't stereo has a small battery similar like the one in the motherboard, or a memory chip, that will remember the last setting? When I change the battery every time, the last memory will be gone too... And does the continue power draw a lot of battery juice when the bike is switch?

[@FootWurkTrax08]

4:10 - 5:18 Hot Wire for amp remote power that turns on/off with ignition switch.

[@jackright9638]

So this may be a stupid question but I am totally new to this. If you cut the wire and butt splice in the new wire (the wire that goes to the stereo) won't whatever was connected in the first place not work anymore? As in if you disconnect whatever was originally connected on the wire from the battery and use that wire to connect the stereo to the battery, than won't whatever was originally connected to the battery just be disconnected? And therefore unpowered because it's no longer connected to the battery the stereo is. Unless maybe you can put both those wires into the one butt connector so you've got battery power to the butt connector and then power from the butt connector to both the stereo and the original connection. If that's possible and that's what you guys did I must have either missed it or misunderstood.

[@mistercates9]

your last guess is correct, they cut the red wire from the battery then twisted the radio wire to one side then but connected them back together so that red wire from the battery now powers the radio and the original connection.

[@bigrod0069]

I absolutely hate them butt connectors, I like solder only, them butt connectors last long enough until your memory is gone of what you really did, then boom , it stops working right, soldering doesn't take much longer, good solid no problem connection

[@chachee15]

what about the blue wire? what do you do with that?

[@jaydee8285]

If you don't have an amp ran with your stereo then you won't need the blue wire... the blue wire plugs into the remote outlet on the amp

[@chapterk-2586]

what kind of seat is that

[@frito623505]

what size are the speakers

[@rkksterbigd1]

I believe they were 5 1/4. Rick from LAB.

[@Nell342009]

how do you add

[@markedtv3618]

I'm having a problem with my wiring, I got my positive and ground connected to the battery and the negative, stereo is on but now it doesnt turn off! I thought it would turn on and off with the ignition

[@IronMike83]

You have to also connect it to a switch wire. For it to go off and on with the key.

[@jaydee8285]

What threw me off is when you accidentally let go of the positive battery wire and was going to plug to the negative

[@marclebeau5157]

is that a ebay fairing

[@RyanUrlacher]

Yes it is. The owner of the bike bought it off of Ebay. Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@michaelglasgow5122]

my question is won't the radio kill the alternator

[@RyanUrlacher]

+Michael Glasgow Nope, no problems whatsoever. Doesn't take that much to power it.

[@123doom22]

@@RyanUrlacher I have a question I did everything that you guys did in the video and while I was setting up my radio with the bike just on not running to be clear when I went to start it after I set up the radio my bike battery was dead any reason why that might be cuz I had a brand new battery

[@Gasolinegarage]

Move the headlight out ... The look of the bike will look better

[@rkksterbigd1]

Not our bike, but thanks for the comment. Take care and ride safe. Rick from LAB.

[@jeffbranch2652]

You didn't install an antenna

[@RyanUrlacher]

That is correct. The owner didn't want one. Ride safe & Ride Often! Here is a link to a bunch of our useful Free vids: www.lawabidingbiker.com/freevideos Here is a link to some of our useful for purchase videos: www.lawabidingbiker.com/buyvideos Want Answers & Information Fast? And help support us at the same time? Do you like the content we provide? Our patrons get answers to their questions/comments/feedback in less than 24 hrs and are part of our Private Facebook Group. If you are interested in being in this exclusive group you can get all the details at ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/patreon If you haven't subscribed to the Law Abiding Biker Podcast make sure to do so. Listen in as we talk weekly about issues/items like this & so much more. You can listen on iTunes (Apple/IOS), Stitcher Radio (Android), or any other Podcast App ==> www.lawabidingbiker.com/podcast Join our free email club at /www.LawAbidingBiker.com/EmailClub. Only relevant content will be sent from time to time. Email club members are the first to find out about free or for sale content are given special coupon codes.

[@mistercates9]

I agree. would liked to have seen them at least address the antenna plus the wiring up of the last two speakers.

[@RobertwJahrling]

YOU'RE JUST ASKING FOR TROUBLE USING BUTT CONNECTORS

[@RobertwJahrling]

YOU GUYS ARE HACKS BUTT CONNECTORS ARE YOU KIDDING ME BUTT CONNECTORS ON A MOTORCYCLE Quit being lazy and solder your wires together and solder your wires onto the speakers and use heat shrink on everything AND WHAT NO AMP ON A MOTORCYCLE AGAIN ARE YOU KIDDING ME

[@antbanks4194]

What gage wire is that?

[@mattcouchman5987]

+Ant Banks We used different gauges. Which are you referring to in particular Ant?

[@antbanks4194]

The wire used for ground, trigger and 12v

[@antbanks4194]

I was thinking of using a set of the battery tender wires for the +12v and ground. Then adding single wire for trigger. Do you think this would be okay to do. The+12v woukd have a in line fuse