Soundstream Reserve HDHU14+ vs HDHU14si - Harley Davidson GTS style radio - feature differences

[@lowcountryhdrider7644]

Jay, thanks so much for keeping the Volunteer Audio community up to date!

[@volunteeraudio]

Thank you for watching!

[@lildevilfella]

Anybody on the fence, just buy this radio already. It is a dramatic improvement. Jay and his team are amazing, and their customer service is the best in business.

[@curtisck813]

Well my brother has the new soundstream,had it for about 4 months, the screen went black, but u can still hear the music, needless to say it's being sent back...warranty issues 🙄🤷🏽‍♂️

[@volunteeraudio]

When 20k plus radios are out riding in Harley’s there will always be a percentage that have a warranty issue, we are seeing less than 1 percent have needed a warranty replacement and Soundstream has been great to address any issues that have occurred. The issue you speak of is a rarity and if something like this happens it is covered by warranty

[@patrickmcconkey]

I’ll vouch for the HDHU14+. I really like mine.

[@volunteeraudio]

Glad you like it!

[@scottluna4249]

I got the HDHU14plus and I have nothing but good things to say about it. Great quality and I have never had any issues. I’m really considering upgrading to the HDHU14SI just for the extra perks. If any of you have any doubts about going this route, don’t. You will be extremely happy with this radio. (Mic drop)

[@volunteeraudio]

Thank you Scott

[@RidingandWrenching]

I'm giving thought to replacing the GTS in my 22 SG with this unit.

[@sheepdoglogic]

If you have ever replaced a factory radio before and instantly noticed the sound quality difference and felt the build quality was better, that is exactly the same on changing your GTS to the Soundstream.

[@volunteeraudio]

You have both radios, I like the Hdhu14+ better as well!

[@freebehindbars8654]

Not to mention you can sell that GTS and almost/possibly cover the cost of this radio. People are paying ridiculous prices for used GTS’s.

[@chrismiller6689]

I sent you a msg about my issues, I ended up sending my unit back. It had some issues, they were fast and courteous with me. I got it back and OmG the new + is as good as you claim it is! Thanks for your help!

[@volunteeraudio]

I’m glad we got you taken care of!

[@PrecisionPowerMontebello]

Great video, well put! Thanks for the support!

[@volunteeraudio]

Thank you!

[@trublupennstatefan1438]

Thanks for doing this video!! You answered every question I had about this!

[@volunteeraudio]

Thank you for watching!

[@sheepdoglogic]

Hey Jay, didn't find the Maestro on your site. Excellent video and may our Lord bless you as well.

[@volunteeraudio]

Maestro is an option on the radio preorder link, thank you for watching! God bless!

[@looneybin7153]

Great and informative video as always. Thank you.

[@volunteeraudio]

Thank you!

[@Kenn1969]

Great video Jay, love my SoundStream Radio!✌️😇👍

[@volunteeraudio]

Thank you Ken!

[@ryandrake4748]

I have the first gen and i can promise its way better than any unit other tha GTS. water rs and much more brighter than the sonys..

[@theworldofjohn1972]

Looks like I need some upgrades from Volunteer Audio!!

[@volunteeraudio]

Thank you for watching !

[@skywalker333]

Great Video with lots of information thank you for your efforts. One question I have... is the Speedo capable of showing kms vs miles per hour?

[@volunteeraudio]

All idatalink modules I have used before had ability to change measurements to metric

[@mikewilson0077]

will the future batwing release also include older HDs? I have a 2007 EG Standard (FLHTPI)

[@volunteeraudio]

There is a solution coming out later this year for the 1998-2013 batwing fairing bikes

[@christianburnham]

Did you have to change the main wiring harness on the 2014 police bike? They did not come with a stock radio connector or any factory provision to add a radio on the stock wire harness

[@volunteeraudio]

We add the radio harness kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXS8pnx8fbmXsKM

[@James-Eddie-Insley]

Can you pair up a sena 20s with the SI.

[@volunteeraudio]

No, only the v2 radio has headset capability

[@DL2Mitscher]

I very much appreciate your informative videos. Just installed my radio and so far, so good. Question: On the screen shot of both radios, the HDHU14+ shows a weather and temperature setting on the left side. How do I get that on my radio?? Thanks.

[@volunteeraudio]

That was a display from apple carplay, when an iPhone is connected that can be displayed

[@thomasbranch3826]

I have a Hog tunes amp installed on my 17 road glide special is their a compatibility issue with that radio?

[@volunteeraudio]

Should not be

[@freebehindbars8654]

Will a screen protector for the GTS radio work on these radios?

[@volunteeraudio]

No need, they use an optically bonded glass screen and do not scratch

[@prodentfrontoffice5668]

should i change the pod speakers on my street glide (14) if but the plus? not interested in putting speakers in my bags.

[@volunteeraudio]

Better speakers will for sure have a lot better clarity than the stock speakers

[@prodentfrontoffice5668]

what do you recommend please to go with the plus ? @@volunteeraudio

[@j8nyo]

Does the tyre pressure show up on both models ?

[@volunteeraudio]

Only on the hdhu14si

[@j8nyo]

@@volunteeraudio price please

[@ericprovow1731]

Is oil temp and engine temp options that can be monitored?

[@volunteeraudio]

It is on the SI model

[@flatlinerflashify]

I have just installed this radio with Rockford dsp and 3 soundigital amps … I have noise interference… First time I’ve ever had this issue. Help

[@volunteeraudio]

We have went over this in other videos, sound digital amps are common ground and when connected to this radio via rca short the differential rca outputs and cause noise. It is a low quality amp issue and the dsr1 does not help any. You must run high level in to keep the noise to a minimum. We suggest better amplifiers

[@flatlinerflashify]

@@volunteeraudio thanks which video, I missed that one.

[@Gimps_Garage]

It’s unfortunate that the new one doesn’t work if you’re running the Thundermax ECM tuner. The radio doesn’t recognize the swapped ECM and therefore won’t communicate with the bike.

[@volunteeraudio]

It works, everything does except the custom gauges, motorcycle info still displays and advance thumb controls work. Both data and thunder max are working on complete compatibility

[@Travel.therapy]

Will my cab and intercom system work with this unit?

[@volunteeraudio]

This radio does not connect to headsets or wired intercom or cb

[@snoopyrust]

Can I use this with hdhu.9813rg

[@volunteeraudio]

Not sure what your asking, these radios are for 2014-up models

[@mrnonpc9885]

I see this was posted 8 mo ago. Has the 14+ been updated since this was posted to support Boom amps?

[@volunteeraudio]

No, only the SI radio can retain boom amplifiers

[@cubmixit]

I added the HDSUSI to my cart, but I think it’s the RR and not the RR2?

[@volunteeraudio]

Correct the rr does all functionality and the rr2 has been on backorder since December of 21

[@toddfritz6391]

Can you add Mistro to 14+ unit?

[@volunteeraudio]

No you can not, different software and internal hardware

[@stephenk6991]

I just can't wrap my head around the module not being included. Explain please

[@volunteeraudio]

The interface is manufactured by a different company, soundstream makes the radio, then Idatalink or scosche build the interface, therefore they are bought separate but designed to work together

[@jordancobb5917]

Questions do either one of theese work with the cb add on from harley

[@volunteeraudio]

No they do not

[@АндрейФилоник-я4н]

I use hdhu14+ excellent radio. If I install Maestro Rr, will it show gauges like the Si version?

[@volunteeraudio]

No the maestro only works on the SI

[@АндрейФилоник-я4н]

Thanks

[@BurntBarbeque]

So I guess swapping the radio is the way to go if you want to avoid the hassle of finding a dealer that flashes your stock radio. But I am disappointed that it does not have a bluetooth wireless option.

[@volunteeraudio]

It has wireless Bluetooth for phone, it does not have headset connectivity

[@johnchristian3847]

What about the WHIM system, that was not clarified? I definately want WHIM on my system. One reason for 2018 CVO Road Glide. You mentioned about it, was hoping that you would give more info about it.

[@volunteeraudio]

Whim is not retained when replacing the radio

[@BangaloreAviation]

Can’t seem to find the RR2 in your site.

[@volunteeraudio]

The MRR does all the same functions, there is no functionality gain using the mrr2 and you still have to remove your fairing to make changes to the mrr2

[@ShadowSolja]

Would be nice if the Maestro was waterproof or water resistant. Expensive replacement if moisture gets into it. Which it will.

[@volunteeraudio]

Mount it high and leave wiring in a drip loop away from the module, the current scosche module is not water proof either and this method works great

[@georgehall7570]

are there any updates that i may need

[@volunteeraudio]

I have no idea, I don’t know what radio you have or where you bought it, I would also need to know your current firmware

[@georgehall7570]

Jay I have the hdhu14+ reserve radio I bought it from volunteer audio,do u sale that automotive grade usb c cable, and do u have any firmware updats that I need

[@volunteeraudio]

@@georgehall7570 firmware updates depend on your current firmware, last update was may of 22

[@volunteeraudio]

@@georgehall7570 volunteeraudio.com/product/isimple-is9316

[@georgehall7570]

Jay I order that cable,so from info I sent my firmware is ok,

[@webechubbin]

I got a 2022 road glide st with the new boom! GTS radio, is it worth swapping for this one HDHU 14si, I’m not a huge fan of the GTS honestly.

[@volunteeraudio]

It sounds better than the Gts

[@webechubbin]

@@volunteeraudio I have the Apple play jumper now and ottocast to run it, about the only thing i use, does this work the same? Or is apple play already installed into the new unit? What will I lose compared to the GTS?

[@brettmcguire114]

Thinking of buying two what are the prices on these with module

[@volunteeraudio]

We are running a sale on the hdhu14+ currently, pricing is in our website www.volunteeraudio.com

[@reybruny]

Cost on the si?

[@volunteeraudio]

volunteeraudio.com/product/soundstream-hdhu-14si-plug-play-upgrade-headunit-for-2014-2022-harley-davidson-touring-motorcycles-data-retention-module-included

[@JC-ck6wk]

'14 SGS with factory boom. Do I need a amplifier or is this kit the whole deal? Thinking my amp is shot, have no sound and just rather upgrade.

[@volunteeraudio]

This is just the radio, if you have a stock amplifier it would need to be removed or replaced if it has failed

[@JC-ck6wk]

@@volunteeraudio I have 2 speakers & don't plan to put anymore in. I'd rather remove it if I don't need the amp.

[@LoudPipesSavesLife]

Best radio ever. I’m so happy with this is. Do I understand right that with the module I can see the default information from the Harley original radio again?

[@LoudPipesSavesLife]

I got the 14+ radio now

[@volunteeraudio]

You would have to purchase the new SI version to see vehicle information through the idatalink module, your current radio cannot use the idatalink module, it does not have internal hardware or software to accept it

[@LoudPipesSavesLife]

@@volunteeraudio thanx, I can perfect live without the option, and a otherone buying now would be a bit expensive🤣. Got this one just a couple of months now.

[@pittp8ntballa]

no complaints about mine so far other than not compatible with any version of Ipod,flash drive works but im thinking any music you have will need to be MP3 and not M4A,as i have over 4,500 songs on flash drive and it only shows 999

[@volunteeraudio]

These are restrictions from apple, you cannot have certified CarPlay and iPod control at the same time, apple wants your music on your phone, flash drives also must be properly setup for the radio, most radios have limits on number of songs in a folder, separating your music into folders will allow more music to be displayed, 999 is the maximum number of songs per folder

[@pittp8ntballa]

@@volunteeraudio thanks for the reply,not sure how to properly set up for flash,but...still learning the device.1 more thing,im guessing plugging an android directly to usb cable needs to be data link too?

[@freebehindbars8654]

Will it show gauges not normally shown on the GT radio?

[@volunteeraudio]

Yes

[@GlenWalker-h8c]

I have an HD14SI and every time I turn the bike on the date and time resets won't stay as set. Also seems to losses power to ZZAIr model for blue tooth. Has any had this happen.cheers

[@volunteeraudio]

The wireless module is changing your time, you need to update it. You can reach out to zz2 tech support and they will email you the update

[@israelmendoza6222]

What's the carplay USB called ?

[@volunteeraudio]

volunteeraudio.com/product/soundstream-wireless-carplay-adapter-made-by-zz2

[@israelmendoza6222]

Thanks

[@israelmendoza6222]

Does this work with androids as well or just iPhone?...b4 I buy it lol?

[@volunteeraudio]

@@israelmendoza6222 this is apple only and the best for apple, we offer an android version

[@israelmendoza6222]

Send me the android version plz 🙏

[@bigsamoan80]

Is the Maestro Rr necessary?

[@volunteeraudio]

With the Si model it is necessary, it communicates with the ecm in your Harley and allows the radio to turn on, retains thumb controls, and creates the gauge info on screen

[@bigsamoan80]

@@volunteeraudio understood. Thank you for clarifying.

[@slbell5260]

Question, will the SI model have the ability to link to to a Cardo or Sena type system?

[@volunteeraudio]

Nope

[@jam471975]

I have a 2018 Road Glide with the GT raido and I've been looking at different radios for Android auto capability. I just can't justify 2k through Harley for the GTS. And I've also looked at the Sony but the problem with Sony setup is the thumb controls don't work the same as the factory radio... Meaning you cannot navagate the radio with the right thumb control. I want to be able to navigate the radio with the thumb control and not have to always rely on the touch screen, because on the Road Glide the screen is a lot further away and I don't like doing it while riding. Does this radio or the new SI model allow you to navagate the screen it with the right thumb control like you can with the factory radio?

[@volunteeraudio]

The right thumb control does navigate through apple CarPlay and android auto, it does not navigate the radios setting menus

[@dirtyredwitdacat7074]

whats Wireless you recommend for Android Auto play? it's so many out there.

[@volunteeraudio]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIuVpYdoiZlomNk

[@dirtyredwitdacat7074]

@Volunteer Audio haha yeah I found that video after I become an new sub and ordered it lol

[@robertlevites7146]

can you run the HD CB radio

[@volunteeraudio]

No you cannot retain factory cb with either radio option

[@mchevy911]

@@volunteeraudio Well, that is just BOOOOO..... I there any sign of an update that would allow for use of the factory CB?

[@volunteeraudio]

@@mchevy911 no, cb will be lost, not enough people use it

[@maxomationmotorparts]

Hello Jay, please do you a shipment date for the HDHU14si ? Pricing and price of module?

[@volunteeraudio]

Current eta is 3rd week of November volunteeraudio.com/product/predorder-only-soundstream-hdhu-14si-plug-play-upgrade-headunit-for-2014-2022-harley-davidson-touring-motorcycles

[@unclebuck6814ful]

Now I have a 2015 hd roadglide special, will this deck work , and is it plug and play , i bought my hundai veloster stereo from you guys .

[@volunteeraudio]

Yes it will work and is plug n play

[@mccurran76]

Great video! Will the plus display EITMS status? Again, thank you for all the good info.

[@volunteeraudio]

It can be selected as a gauge

[@stevelaman]

Are any Bluetooth headsets compatible with either of these units?

[@volunteeraudio]

No there are not

[@stevelaman]

@Volunteer Audio Thank you. It's impossible to have your cake and eat it too with these big touring bikes.

[@volunteeraudio]

@@stevelaman I’m launching a new video tomorrow doing over the SI radio, check it out

[@stevelaman]

@Volunteer Audio will do. My 22 Roadglide is my first Harley. I came from a Yamaha Eluder. It had it's share of shortcomings too. Would really like to have Bluetooth coms with my passenger. I really don't listen to audio through the speakers. We wear full face helmets with headsets inside.

[@lavery0365]

Great video, my stock system on my 2019 RGS just !@#$ the bed, so I'm looking for anything but the stock system. One question, I have the Rockford Fosgate speakers and amps installed on my 6 speaker system, can I use the newest system?

[@volunteeraudio]

As long as it is not the HD Audio by Rockford either of these radios will work.

[@rickkoscielniak7873]

Thank for all your great 411 instructions and help in selecting whats right for me and my HD SGS. I am excited, just purchased the 4 stage set up with sp4 900 amp and new soundsteam 14 S1. waiting as fast as I can now to get it here and install it. Thanx Happy New Year, FULL THROTTLE 4 JESUS!!! Rockit>Rick San Jose Ca BIKERS FOR CHRIST Chptr Elder

[@volunteeraudio]

Thank you so much! Happy new year! God bless!

[@michaelpulice6100]

How much for this unit?

[@volunteeraudio]

This is a video on the differences between 2 radios, here is a link to all the radio options volunteeraudio.com/product-category/harley-radio-options

[@scottsage2005]

Hey jay, was wondering why there's no support or listing of the Soundstream Reserve HDHU14+ anywhere on sound streams web site. Thanks Scott

[@volunteeraudio]

Well, many people improperly did the updates and bricked the radios, had to get new radios through warranty, it was a major pain that people would not properly follow the instructions, updates are free from authorized dealers or you can purchase a thumb drive from us with updates preinstalled properly

[@nickviolante9504]

Where are you located and do you go to Myrtle Beach Bike Week? I have this radio and the installer knew nothing about Android Auto. I'd like to have your place look at it and fix this issues I am having.

[@volunteeraudio]

Oliver springs, Tennessee, planning on Daytona in the spring

[@shurmanandthe_beasts]

Thinking about getting the HDHU14si and the RR2; how does the RR2 function with the ThunderMax ECM? Do you still get the gauges on the radio screen?

[@Knight_Glider]

Jay, will you be be carrying the Sony XAV-AX6000 when it's released?

[@volunteeraudio]

We will stock the radio but not recommend for Harley use, it is not ipx rated and does not compare in Harley use

[@Knight_Glider]

@@volunteeraudio set aside the application and ipx rating and what makes it a better radio? I'm not worried about the ipx rating as I don't wash my bike with a hose and rarely do I get caught in the rain. I had the Sony XAV-AX7000 in the bike and took it out for the Pioneer DMH-WT8600NEX and absolutely loved the Pioneer over the Sony. Then Precision Power released the HDHU.14 so I sold the Pioneer to buy the Precision Power and hated it so I sold it and got stuck having to reinstall the Sony.

[@volunteeraudio]

@@Knight_Glider sounds better, great eq, does all the features we need and can be seen much better in the sun

[@atrenthillman]

Thanks!

[@volunteeraudio]

Your welcome!

[@joellongoria2239]

Hello Jay...awesome video!! I have the plus model and I'm trying to do the gain adjustment on the sub amp using a dd1....seems like I have to turn the gain almost to full before it distorts ...is this normal?..can I do anything to increase the output coming from the radio?

[@volunteeraudio]

No need, use the available range, the signal is clean so as long as you do not run out of gain your good

[@volunteeraudio]

Did you turn the subwoofer output up in the radio?

[@joellongoria2239]

@@volunteeraudio no sir....all the bass levels are at zero

[@brian1888]

I haven't installed mine yet, waiting for it to get over 50 degrees outside, but I have a question about the navigation system. Does the SI come with a built in nav system and or can you or will you be able to download an app, Waze, to the radio directly?

[@volunteeraudio]

It uses your phone for navigation, phone must be connected, this way it is always up to date and uses the embedded gps chip in your phone for gps position, it works even without cell service

[@brian1888]

@@volunteeraudio Do I have to be in CarPlay to do that?

[@volunteeraudio]

@@brian1888 or android auto

[@crazycarl519]

Hey Jay, if you bought a hdhu14+ that was bought from volunteer audio. Is there a way to trade or swap or something. To get the hdhu si?

[@volunteeraudio]

We are not accepting trades or offering a trade up program

[@alexciatti6386]

Hello Jay I CVO a 2015 CVO. I was wondering if I bought the SI model radio and bought the Harley pressure monitor tire valves, would I now be able to monitor tire pressure with this radio or is that option only work for the newer bikes that came with that from factory?

[@volunteeraudio]

You cannot add tpms to the radio, it only reads the stock signal through the ecm

[@johnjakowenko8521]

Anybody else having troubles with this radio operating with Boom 2 audio? I have installed it and I have no sound at all. I'm guessing it is still not turning the boom audio amps on. Bike in pieces and waiting days for a answer from volunteer. Not happy.

[@volunteeraudio]

I have no record of you calling about a no sound issue, we have a fix and made a post asking people to reach out for help. facebook.com/100063917623085/posts/pfbid036iRjdSNftdWQRyPrk33qHoBzJS4uJXpiH6dZ5fHrCVZJuUJcBJFdywpb7nqVJWGAl/

[@jorgesevilla6582]

If I already have an aftermarket amp and speakers (fairing and lowers) on my 16 RGS, is this plug and play still?

[@volunteeraudio]

If it is connected to the stock radio then yes this is still plug n play

[@georgehall7570]

HI Jay i have the HDHU14+ i seen to be having issue with my android auto its goes on and off when i am using my android phone and even when i using a thumb drive it will cut off and come back on later android auto just stop working in reserve hudu radio any advice

[@volunteeraudio]

You have a low quality or defective cable, you need an automotive grade usb c cable, you could have a bad usb cable from Harley side

[@beldarconehead4085]

So other than the increased hand control flexibility (double functions), separate SiriusXM module (as opposed to just using the Sirius app via Apple or Android) and the ability to create "gauges" for various functions (RPM, Tach, TPMS for some bikes, pressure indicators, 1/4 mile, grip %, etc.), the units are identical. Any experience with the "plus" model and compatibility concerns when using the aftermarket Biketronics 4180 amp and Hertz Mille Legend speakers?

[@volunteeraudio]

We always recommend going high level into the amp instead of using rcas

[@volunteeraudio]

Watch this video that covers all the new features of the SI model Why you need the Soundstream Reserve HDHU.14Si 2014-up Harley Davdison Radio in your Motorcycle! kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3asp2aQiLCberM

[@beldarconehead4085]

@@volunteeraudio Thank you for your quick response to my question. I have watched all the videos and came to the conclusion I noted in my initial comment. Please forgive my audio ignorance, but I not sure what you are referring to with "rcas". Obviously I already have the amp noted and have been very pleased the improved performance and sound over the stock 6.5 GT head unit (2018 RGU).

[@volunteeraudio]

@@beldarconehead4085 if it is connected to the stock radio it most likely is connected high level which is how I recommend connecting to the new radio

[@petelanzone484]

Jay - I rarely listen to FM. I have a thumb drive plugged into the USB. With either of these soundstream systems can I plug a USB thumb drive in to play the factory usb port to play music and use my phone for droid auto or would I require that wireless piece to make it do what I need? OR do I need to have the music on my phone so i can use droid auto and music if it is plugged in directly?

[@volunteeraudio]

You will need to transfer your music to your phone to listen to it while using android auto with either model radio

[@mickc4633]

Jay thanks I will be seeing you you will be installing that in my CVO. I know nothing about technology. I think I need to upgrade my speakers I’ll probably keep the same amp I want to keep the cost down some. I hate to call you all the time but I’ll give you some money upfront if you need it. May will be there. I can install radio myself I just don’t know about the technology. And I talk to you you suggested the radio you have that I have a CVO and I would like to monitor my engine oil pressure stuff like that I have a voltage on the gauges but I would like to know my oil pressure anything else . Hit me back if you want my charge card I’ll call you. Thanks oh I’m gonna need a lesson or two lol and for you to pick me up from the speakers.

[@mickc4633]

And I don’t know what micro tuner I want or need. Possibly do a amp upgrade. But I’m not a parking lot by tonight kind of guy I’m a road guy.

[@mickc4633]

I was just down there last week was going to stop over Brad didn’t wanna bother you