Soundstream V2 Head Unit Installation & Review | 2014+ Harley-Davidson Touring

In this installation and review video we showcase the new Soundstream V2 head unit for your 2014+ Harley-Davidson Street Glide, Electra Glide, Electra Glide Standard, Ultra Classic or Ultra Limited.
Note Cycles is an authorized Soundstream online retailer.
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Installation takes about an hour and you can complete the task yourself by using these basic hand tools: Small flat head screwdriver, a Phillips-head screwdriver, a T25 torques screwdriver, a T27 torques screwdriver, a pop-clip removal tool, a 5/32 Allen socket, 3/16 Allen socket and a Ratchet wrench.
Harley riders with Boom! 1 or Boom! 2 audio systems, follow these installation steps to ensure your new Soundstream V2 works flawlessly (all other riders will not have to complete these steps):
How to locate your BIN code in your factory GT radio:
(1) Power on your bike to accessory power
(2) When the "Warning" screen appears on your head unit you're going to cover the mute and power button (lower right hand corner of the screen) with your thumb until the service menu appears - it'll take 5 seconds or so.
(3) When the service menu appears, you're going to select: Audio -- EQ -- then select the "i" icon for information.
(4) At this point you'll see something on the screen such as: Current EQ version: 17_OFF.bin Load new EQ?
For this example, you'd load your BIN number as 017 into the Soundstream radio following the instructions below the GTS radio instructions.
Before proceeding to the next step below, make sure to hit "No" on the screen.
How to locate your BIN code in your factory GTS radio:
(1) hold your finger on the power/mute button while turning on ignition
(2) hold the power/mute button until the head unit powers up into the service menu - it'll take about 10 seconds.
(3) When the service menu appears, release your finger
(4) Press Audio
(5) Press EQ
(6) Press the "i" button on the right hand side of the screen
(7) Then, your current BIN number will be displayed. It will say something like: Current EQ version: 178_OFF.bin. Load new EQ?
For this example, you'd load your BIN number as 178 into the Soundstream radio following the instructions below.
Before proceeding to the next step below, make sure to hit "No" on the screen.
Now, when you have your new Soundstream V2 plugged into the bike and powered up, do the following:
(1) Go to the main screen
(2) Select "Motorcycle Info"
(3) Press the three horizontal dots in the upper right-hand corner of the screen
(4) Press "Vehicle Settings"
(5) Select "Amp Settings"
(6) Select "Audio System"
(7) This is the step you'll enter your BIN number found above. Tap each number the number of times for each number. So, if you wanted the code 178, you'd tap the first box 1 time, the second box 7 times and the third box 8 times. Then, hit okay.
(8) Then it will ask you to confirm your selection and then select yes.
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[@johnstherapytraining]

Omg I need it!

[@DONALD-MAGA]

At 14:30 you did not say anything about using the supplied plastic bushings in the bolt holes.

[@KenMrKLC]

I am really excited about this I had the V1 in literally the same bike 2017 SGS.. I wish you would show the guages working with the bike running and their refresh/response.... I want to make sure I get what I expect if I buy one and know exactly what does or doesnt work on the 2017 model. I know I dont have TPMS so I get that I was wondering if they offer TPMS sensor or caps to allow that to work on non TPMS bikes. But mostly I want to see how well the guages work and if the shift indicator is accurate and responsive, turn signals etc... You kind of brushed through that however you did include the install and overview all within 45 min pretty good

[@notecycles]

That's a great suggestion! We'll add that to the list of videos to shoot VERY soon! We appreciate the feedback!

[@DONALD-MAGA]

Only factory TPMS is compatible. The gauges can only report what is in the CANBUS.

[@DONALD-MAGA]

At 1:29 you said it retains CB. This radio does not support the CB radio.

[@GinzoBrooklyn]

I have a 2018 Road Glide Special and the bike has a tuner. Someone said that Soundstream won’t work on my bike because of the tuner. Is that true?

[@natedogg651011]

Thank you

[@notecycles]

Absolutely, it's our pleasure! Thank you for watching!

[@natedogg651011]

is it possible to explain more how it works with a factory cb from a ultra?

[@notecycles]

We'll add that to the list and work on a video soon to address this. Thanks for the tip!

[@DONALD-MAGA]

You can’t use a CB with the V2. He doesn’t know his product.

[@justinmagwood6855]

Can you use tge headset to just make calls or do voice command..the mic on the v1 was terrible

[@jerrydelatorre5977]

I have the first series radio, got it from you guys. My question is, how well with this work with my 2017 RG Ultra? And since I installed the harness already, will that work with this new radio?

[@notecycles]

So, you will need the new harness that comes with the V2 - but great question!

[@ccmlkm]

My wife and I are very used to using our 2021 Harley GTS radio intercom feature while listening to music. Is that function available in the Soundstream V2?

[@notecycles]

Yes, it is retained!!

[@DONALD-MAGA]

Intercom only works with wireless headsets like Cardo. Wired headsets do not work with this radio.

[@christopherbowman2266]

I hooked up my v2 radio and a new maestro. The radio is not powering up. I checked my fuses in the bike and maestro all is good. Could you tell me what I might check.

[@DONALD-MAGA]

Was the Maestro flashed for your bike?

[@DONALD-MAGA]

You mentioned Sena but not Cardo. Was that an oversight?

[@travisgray3331]

They both work

[@andrewward4486]

Can the speedo be changed from mph to kph?

[@user-ch4uu4qn4s]

If I get the Sirius tuner with this does it come with a trial subscription?

[@reybruny]

Aaaaw u shudda dd a ROADGLIDE!!!😂

[@throttleandgrind]

Any plans fit this into a low rider st fairing?

[@notecycles]

Haven’t heard anything about this but we’ll let ya’ll know if we do!

[@StevenMcClure-tu4rg]

When somebody calls u, can u respond or speak back to them threw external mic.?

[@DONALD-MAGA]

Yes but only while parked. The caller won’t be able to hear you while riding.

[@christopherbowman2266]

I know the radio has a built-in amplifier. Will it work even though I have a aftermarket amplifier

[@Knight_Glider]

Yes it will.

[@DONALD-MAGA]

Yes. It has RCA outputs.

[@tonymirotta7873]

Are you sure about the CB integration because everybody else says you can’t use your CB with this new unit.

[@DONALD-MAGA]

Everyone else is correct. You can’t use your CB module. Only Rockford Fosgate retains the CB.

[@chile2610]

What amp rack is that?

[@notecycles]

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[@FatherSarducci]

Pretty pricey for this unit with the maestro module but has some nice features

[@notecycles]

It's the most feature-packed 2014+ head unit on the market! Appreciate you watching and for your comment!!

[@glenoneil3074]

Great video and probably the best out there on explaining this radios functions. I've had the 14si in my '20flhtp for 14 months and still learning all it's stuff . I'll be watching this a few times.

[@notecycles]

@@glenoneil3074 thanks so much for your super kind words! We appreciate you very much!!

[@JS-ux2yn]

Are you allowed to say yhe reason yhey delayed it twice already? I pre-ordered from another place but got refunded when I had to pay full price for a unit I fo not have when I was told 1st week of April. Now it was maybe end of April to mid-June. I just want honesty before i order. Thank you.

[@notecycles]

The reason for the delay is definitely not a secret - Soundstream was very open about the fact that it was delayed because of some software tweaks/improvements they needed to make before final production. They’re going into production very soon (most likely May 9th) and they are aiming for a June release!

[@JS-ux2yn]

So it was a lie about volunteeraudio on their video saying it was a bad rca. Watch his video about the delay. Its unreal they would lie like that.

[@notecycles]

@@JS-ux2yn I don’t think that’s a lie - I think the bad rca was related to the software improvements and updates they needed to make. The guys at Volunteer are stand-up people!

[@JS-ux2yn]

Ok thank ypu

[@WilliamWilson357]

​​@@notecyclesI like the way you handled this. I would buy from you based upon these actions.

[@reybruny]

Cost on this unit?

[@travisgray3331]

1599.00