Proper wiring connections is a must on Harley-Davidson audio installs

[@b0wwdwn1]

hey man keep telling it how it is. We need more people like you that are honest and willing to help people out even if they aren't bringing their bike to your shop. Its just the right thing to do and good luck with your new shop down in florida.

[@stuartberke5845]

Great video Carlos. Very interesting and informative. Amazing how some shops do such a poor installation and hand the bike over to their customers. Thanks for all you do for the motorcycle audio community.

[@bronxbrosmotorcycles]

Don't give these fools any thought. You the master bro.

[@terencebigt3825]

Agreed! My next Harley is going straight to Carlos!

[@applicator40usa69]

Watching your videos for quite some time now. I did a DIY install on my older bike,simple 4 speaker with 1 amp. What I learned about wiring,,mounting the amp and all those little things you've shown us here. Made my bike come out excellent.. thanks for sharing Carlos

[@michaelxmeeks7321]

Carlos- You are truely a master at what you do!..Thank you for taking the time for explaining in laymans terms, Bro.

[@TekkHakk]

I've seen that and worse and fixed so much hack work, cheap customers and no knowledge shop owners/installers. Most of the times the customers freak the F* out on price for high quality equipment and labor and lot of alley hacks. Great video!

[@RanGer-498]

Is it needed? maybe not. should it be done? Yes .. it prevents the chance of failure in the long run. People always say im to picky on my wiring that cant be seen ,but to me its a art. Sadly i lost my favorite crimpers a few weeks ago. Glad to see more installers/owners who go that extra distance.

[@rholmond]

Carlos, No need to explain yourself to these negative people. The real people that are fans and are looking for advice and help know you are one of the best in in the game.

[@djinspector1]

I feel so good about myself now. Crimpers, ferrules, connectors, heat shrink... I rescued my own bike after I paid for a god awful install... after watching your channel, I'm upgrading to a full Beyma setup😂😂😂. I wish I lived on the east coast so I could have my shit upgraded by NVS

[@Chainsaw2373]

Ohm's Law (E = IR) is as fundamentally important as Einstein's Relativity equation (E = mc²) is to physicists. E = I x R. One of the best videos I’ve seen on this subject! Great job! Keep them coming.

[@MrAyarza]

Thats probably another bike Stereo Max in Hayward CA. has done. It’s pretty much their signature lol. You’re awesome Carlos, my Harley wiring looks good thanks to your great videos. Thanks for your time.

[@efortson1566]

Say it with your chest Carlos!!! LOL Nevermind the haters or the haterade. Keep doing what you do. If common sense were common, everyone would have it. Thank you 4 educating the DIYers and the so called professional installers.

[@romesyoutubechannel5356]

Every single motorcycle that comes into my shop looks exactly like this. I was starting to think this was the correct way to wire a audio system on a motorcycle. Great video you are the man. Keep the great videos and information coming.

[@mr_unsane]

I cannot believe people actually arguing with you about QUALITY!

[@georgehiuser2546]

I am an electronics technician at the railroad trust me with vibration of train tracks in equipment bungalows I solder everything

[@willial4]

“I’m sure Diamond Audio wouldn’t be happy about that.” I understand your frustration my friend.

[@murfdog144]

Great info. You always deliver professional installs & what not to do! Salute!

[@shawnmike22]

Just found your channel a week ago and I already want to drive from upstate New York to get my 2015 road glide system upgraded from factory. Great channel great video New subscriber

[@NVSAUDIO]

Thank you 🙏🏼 sir

[@johnmacias01]

You’re an wise & experienced man, carry on!

[@bobhartman2571]

You are so correct. Correct Wire connections & soldering is imperative.

[@davidroberts8410]

I like my Carlyle tools mini crimper. Napa for less than $50 and they even come in an angled version as well. Small enough to get into tight spots

[@denniscicero6118]

Man, we’re going to have to start referring to you as”professor “ Ramirez….👍👍👌

[@twomp1162]

Just found you on U-tube, LOVE your professionalism on your builds. Keep up the GREAT work.

[@michaellloyd6145]

Bro you gonna have Haters just keep doing what you do Bro

[@BlackLabelElite]

Your absolutely 💯 correct soldering is the best hands down

[@samsonsimpson9804]

As always thanks for the great information.

[@perrymullinix2267]

Educational video and informational as well. Thank you.

[@TheChiefTEK]

The spade terminals aren't "terrible". using the 12g instead of 8g ring, holy cats... Well, I mean, it "works", but... it sucks and creates CURRENT issues as you stated at the end *EVERYONE, THATS THE IMPORTANT PART* Your installations are fantastic and in my own field, I appreciate the attention to detail you show. HOLY CATS WHY IS ANYONE COMPLAINING ABOUT THE HYDRAULIC CRIMPER YOU USE?!?!?!?! A bathroom has a sink, you can turn the sink on full blast or just a little as you need, it still has the same amount of water that is available. You move your hand a bit more to move the handle open a bit more for more water. With the hydraulic crimpers, same thing. It's like a clutch pedal, you feel the pressure with your foot. according to how thick the wire gets, you need to use more force to crimp it. Like squeezing an old orange vs a fresh orange. That's probably the best one. Your hand is the size it is, you are as strong as you are, but you only need as much force as you need to crush that orange, the fresher the orange, the more force. The thicker the wire, the more force.

[@JerzyBoy973]

I’ve had my Klein crimpers from Home Depot for years.

[@davidsylvian]

A big thx!!!

[@robertkerns9044]

How do you install a GOHAWK 600 WATT STEREO SYSTEM AND SPEAKERS GOING TO THE FUSE PANEL instead of going to the battery on a 2007 XL883L Harley Davidson Sportster? Going straight to the battery killed my battery quick. Please help me. Thank You Sir. Robert Lee Kerns- Columbus GA

[@eddieedwards7472]

Why do you not like the glass fuse holder?

[@osborntnts]

Is 16 guage stinger speaker wire acceptable for a 400 watt 4ohm mid bass driver. The total length of the run is about 5 feet total?

[@mrtoliver247365]

Great info Carlos

[@shaunroberts9433]

What do you use in replacement of the glass fuse holder?

[@jasonbreedlove495]

Was about to ask the same question.

[@Bottom2TopServices]

Use a ANL fuse it is held down mechanically with screws and not pressure like the others

[@Bottom2TopServices]

@@jasonbreedlove495 use ANL fuses

[@NVSAUDIO]

The funny part is they used the correct fuse holder on the other side . Anl or mini anl basically any fuse holder the holds the fuse down with screws not just pressure. We like the ones from stinger , Audison connection and raptor . stingerelectronics.com/collections/distribution-blocks/products/2-position-midi-fuse-holder stingerelectronics.com/collections/distribution-blocks/products/in-line-midi-fuse-holder

[@NVSAUDIO]

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[@pgroadglide1581]

I use a soldering iron and wire a couple of times and it got little messy to do it on the fly around other wires and components I'm afraid that it will drip on two other things or just be a big mess but yeah mine should be soldered What how do you do it on the fly inplaced

[@tax905972]

Show how Harley installs their Full two bag boom2 audio 6 speakers 3 amp setup. You get to keep your saddle bag space.

[@orlandodelgado2151]

hello im put dsr1 but the motorcycle make sound pi pi pi from speaker I need to put t-harness

[@Djwiz2845237]

Your logic is sound!

[@gregezyk7534]

Great video's. Question? I have a 2019 Batwing Harley. I installed a Hertz amplifier, now I am adding the Hertz sx 6.5 neo speakers front and rear. Is it wise to drill vent holes in the speaker pods to allow the speaker to move the air and improve the sound? Or is this a urban legend? Thanks again for your product reviews.

[@eriktorres1228]

I can’t find the Torch from Amazon on your videos! Link please

[@bradyarmand]

Where do u hook up remote wire on a 2014 Street glide

[@NVSAUDIO]

You can use the cigarette lighter purple wire

[@davidmcrae4226]

Just installed my new Rockford fosgate 98-13 stage 1 kit with new head unit and 4 new speakers. Sounded okay at first pretty loud and clear but not much base. Went out and listened again later and turned it up pretty loud and now i sound like im having some distortion! Is that system capable of busting the stock speakers with out an amp connected? What could be causing the distortion after only listening to it a few times? It has distortion on any input radio, bluetooth etc..... your thoughts????

[@loudstreetglide7606]

Always good work

[@ridethepace6005]

Carlos, what would be the typical turnaround time to add the Rockford Fosgate stage 3 kit to my 2020 Road Glide Limited? You are a few hours from me, in Western MA. Dont jump me if this is a dumb question, but do you typically do that in a day, if I rode down, or how would it work? I'd love to have you or your guys do the work, I can see you live and breath for this, which I respect. Thanks.

[@NVSAUDIO]

We have a one week turnaround time on most installs. Takes us 2 days just to wire the bike “nvs audio style “

[@ridethepace6005]

@@NVSAUDIO Thank you for responding.

[@limitlessworx5724]

Where can I get a good dinner set of crimper for larger wire. What grade solder do u use

[@farooqsaeed2440]

Hi i need to upgrade my 2016 slingshot how much is your charge

[@lilsquidgaming39]

tryna find the loudest and cleanest setup i have space for 2 6x9 4 6.5 and what ever i can throw in the bags and maybe 2 in the lower fairings but too many choices im not looking to blow the neighborhood away just when i ride my system is stock i allways have it all the way up and its dissapointing 15k for a bike and it just sounds terrible any ideas i keep landing on diamond audio do i need a new battery do i need 2 batteries i can hook up a sub in a car but this is a little more complex and would love some help thanks

[@limitlessworx5724]

Do I need thick ground if only 1 amp

[@familyfirstmotorsports9974]

Can you provide the link to where you get your 8 gauge and 4 gauge battery ring terminals??

[@Thizz2979]

How do u feel about solder heat shrink connectors

[@NVSAUDIO]

@@Thizz2979 it works very well It’s not my preference But it solid and reliable 👍🏽👍🏽

[@Thizz2979]

Thank u for ur opinion

[@Tom-jw1pe]

What size crimper would I use for the connection for the Rockford kit to the speaker? And should I solder also?

[@NVSAUDIO]

Solder or use the connectors that came with the Rockford kit They are already crimped and they fit awesome !!

[@Tom-jw1pe]

@@NVSAUDIO no crimp jus solder?

[@Tom-jw1pe]

@@NVSAUDIO ok because when I opened my bag up they came apart easy

[@NVSAUDIO]

@@Tom-jw1pe the means whoever installed them damaged the connector or they never installed the Rockford connectors that came with the kit . The Rockford connector lock in place and they are hard to take off . Just cut the ones you have off and solder them

[@Tom-jw1pe]

@@NVSAUDIO i want to keep the connectors just in case I swap to some hertz speakers later.. I’m OCD thanks for replying bro

[@scott_0492]

omg! I hope that was a DIY driveway install and this poor guy didn’t pay someone for that mess

[@NVSAUDIO]

He paid to have this done 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@danielsumpter3399]

Could I call you about a question

[@NVSAUDIO]

Yes 908-527-6772

[@houstontaylor9799]

Carlos how far is your shop from West Orange NJ ?

[@NVSAUDIO]

30 mins

[@westcoasttwannnnnnn7990]

Why you don’t work on roadkings

[@NVSAUDIO]

We just delivered a road king yesterday The video will be up soon Did a dsr1 dsp Ds18 Bluetooth streamer 1600.1 sound digital 1200.4 sound digital 400.4 sound digital 4 Beyma carbon sealed back in the lids 6 ds18 25 mm horn tweeters Jefe rings 10 inch nvs audio mid bass drivers Braille lithium battery 2 amps in one bag Dsp and 3rd amp in the other bag All stinger wiring

[@romesyoutubechannel5356]

@@NVSAUDIO This RK build was done without using a head unit correct? If so this is the build I have been waiting for. I only do Builds on motorcycles without head unit. Very interested in comparing notes. Keep the good videos coming.✌

[@NVSAUDIO]

@@romesyoutubechannel5356 no head unit . Bluetooth streaming only

[@romesyoutubechannel5356]

@@NVSAUDIO Good deal Carlos. I have been having terrible problems as of late with Bluetooth noise and units with low outputs voltage. Is there any particular reason you use the ds18 Bluetooth unit?

[@NVSAUDIO]

@@romesyoutubechannel5356 it was already in the bike and I like the fact that it created a remote turn on output when it connected to your phone . I normally use the JL audio or the I simple Bluetooth because they are both 4 volts out I hate the Rockford one

[@53mobay]

Hi carlos why you never talk-about DB drive just asking

[@NVSAUDIO]

We only deal with the euphoria line from dB drive The make excellent products But I can only talk about the stuff I personally install and test .

[@theburningredbeacon9625]

God I wish I can ship my bike to you!

[@coreysmith4192]

How do you guys attach wire to the speakers?

[@NVSAUDIO]

Solder always Then we add a xt60 for quick disconnects

[@hotzholtz1]

That’s Bad Ass Thanks-!!

[@2gunz66]

Anyone that is attacking you.... they more than likely are doing stereos like that. I soldered everything.

[@michaelvalentine3131]

Why is it not cool to drill holes in bags for 6*9 speakers.

[@NVSAUDIO]

I will address that on part 2 of the video . Adding holes so close to the face of the speaker restricts the air flow and changes the sound that the speaker produces . The increases pressure on the front of the cone causes stress on the voice coil trying to force the air though those tiny small funnels . I’ve when you buy mesh grill Material the manufacture post the open area specifications of the mesh to let you know how much air restrictions the grill provides so you can calculate for it .

[@stlcat314]

Any joe can do an install, but very few really know what they're doin. Most people don't solder because they don't know how

[@johngrindel6822]

Been stuck in the rabbit hole that is your videos since we spoke on the phone. (John from Car Tunez in Ohio). Thanks again for talking to and working with me when trouble shooting another shops install. Keep the great videos coming. All the old ones I've watched have been great.

[@applicator40usa69]

OMG, if I brought my bike in for audio work and this is what they gave back to me. WATCH OUT, I'm coming after you . ABSOLUTELY NO PRIDE IN THAT TYPE OF WORK. My $45k ride doesn't get touched by a $10 mind.

[@romesyoutubechannel5356]

I could not agree with you more this is beyond unacceptable.

[@dwaynebloodworth]

Do it right the first time you dont have to go back!!!

[@mraycgz]

Any time in my life I see a butt connector, I cringe. Maybe some people are really good at using them, but I’ve never seen that persons work.

[@jaygandy8675]

What in the Hell is that who wires like that.

[@tax905972]

Wasted $2400 saddle bag space.

[@denniscicero6118]

Man, we’re going to have to start referring to you as”professor “ Ramirez….👍👍👌