Interesting DIY speakers

cactusjack · 03-26-2009, 11:41 PM

Check it out!

http://www.instructables.com/id/Moto...peaker_System/

These look pretty easy to build, I wonder how they sound, though ???

strobe · 03-26-2009, 11:45 PM

They look cool...but as you said...how do they sound.

Blue Rebel · 03-27-2009, 01:21 AM

I think, as long as you have the back of the speakers enclosed and have a decent pair of speakers, it should sound alright.

**glwilson** · 03-29-2009, 07:57 PM

I am not sure how these would sound either; however for the price it may be worth the try to see.

(That was kind of an interesting site. I hadn't seen it before -- found myself wandering around it for quite a few minutes. Found a couple other "handy" ideas while there.)

cactusjack · 03-29-2009, 10:06 PM

Yeah, I thought I might try and build a set to see how they turn out, I really don't have any place to mount an amp though. My bike is pretty loaded with accessories already, but it sure would be nice to have tunes and not have to fiddle around with helmet speakers and ear buds.

audiogooroo · 03-29-2009, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

Yeah, I thought I might try and build a set to see how they turn out, I really don't have any place to mount an amp though. My bike is pretty loaded with accessories already, but it sure would be nice to have tunes and not have to fiddle around with helmet speakers and ear buds.

What do ya mean no place to mount the amp! Put it in the trailer! All it takes is a connector with more pins! ;)

**glwilson** · 03-30-2009, 05:23 PM

Hell Audio... CJ could just put in an entire PA system in the trailer for that matter.

CJ... if you figure out a way to shove another item under the seat... let me know. I know it is packed underneath mine. No room left.

They did say something about putting the amp in the bags if one wanted to; but not sure where you would run the cords out without drilling a hole -- and quite frankly I'm not interested in adding holes to the bags -- something just isn't right about doing that.

cactusjack · 03-30-2009, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by glwilson

Hell Audio... CJ could just put in an entire PA system in the trailer for that matter.

CJ... if you figure out a way to shove another item under the seat... let me know. I know it is packed underneath mine. No room left.

They did say something about putting the amp in the bags if one wanted to; but not sure where you would run the cords out without drilling a hole -- and quite frankly I'm not interested in adding holes to the bags -- something just isn't right about doing that.

I have no room beneath the seat or behind the left side cover. I'd almost have to install it in a saddlebag and figure out some type of plug in order to remove the bag and leave the wiring intact. I'm just not real interested in dedicating part of my saddlebag to a car stereo amplifier. Maybe I'll think on it some more.

I rode with a guy the other day that had a 2000 Nomad. He had a stereo set up and the amp was in a plastic case (like you'd use for fishing tackle or sewing stuff) and was jammed between the windshield and the handlebars. It was functional and weather proof, but personally I like my stuff to have a more "finished" look. But then, I'm a picky SOB.

strobe · 03-30-2009, 05:40 PM

This is likely the most interesting radio install I have seen:

http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/fo...o-install.html

Not quite the finished look, but it works for him.....

**glwilson** · 03-30-2009, 05:45 PM

Nothing wrong with being an SOB!!

Or being picky for that matter either!

cactusjack · 03-30-2009, 05:56 PM

That's a pretty unique install. It's not for me, that's for sure - but if he is happy with it, that's all that matters. The bike basket on the luggage rack is a real classy touch as well. ::)

strobe · 03-30-2009, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

That's a pretty unique install. It's not for me, that's for sure - but if he is happy with it, that's all that matters. The bike basket on the luggage rack is a real classy touch as well. ::)

I agree...I am very particular as well....not my kind of install. That basket was way over the top...

The cooler bag for the radio is a unique choice too!

**Jared** · 03-31-2009, 11:33 PM

PLEASE give us a review when your done with it(sound quality, volume etc). I would LOVE to add some tunes to my bike.

Would the speakers be waterproof?

**Jared** · 04-01-2009, 10:44 AM

I did a little research on the speakers that he used and they supposedly have pretty good sound quality. Several people used them on their mc.

03-26-2009, 11:41 PM	#1
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03-26-2009, 11:45 PM	#2
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03-27-2009, 01:21 AM	#3
Blue Rebel Advanced Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines Posts: 607	Interesting DIY speakers I think, as long as you have the back of the speakers enclosed and have a decent pair of speakers, it should sound alright.
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03-29-2009, 07:57 PM	#4
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Interesting DIY speakers I am not sure how these would sound either; however for the price it may be worth the try to see. (That was kind of an interesting site. I hadn't seen it before -- found myself wandering around it for quite a few minutes. Found a couple other "handy" ideas while there.) __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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03-29-2009, 10:06 PM	#5
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Interesting DIY speakers Yeah, I thought I might try and build a set to see how they turn out, I really don't have any place to mount an amp though. My bike is pretty loaded with accessories already, but it sure would be nice to have tunes and not have to fiddle around with helmet speakers and ear buds. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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03-30-2009, 05:23 PM	#7
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Interesting DIY speakers Hell Audio... CJ could just put in an entire PA system in the trailer for that matter. CJ... if you figure out a way to shove another item under the seat... let me know. I know it is packed underneath mine. No room left. They did say something about putting the amp in the bags if one wanted to; but not sure where you would run the cords out without drilling a hole -- and quite frankly I'm not interested in adding holes to the bags -- something just isn't right about doing that. __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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03-30-2009, 05:40 PM	#9
strobe Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 1,200	Interesting DIY speakers This is likely the most interesting radio install I have seen: http://www.kawasakimotorcycle.org/fo...o-install.html Not quite the finished look, but it works for him..... __________________ Cory 2013 Honda GL1800 Goldwing 2008 Kawasaki KLR 650 (for sale) 2007 Honda ST1300 (sold) 2005 Kawasaki Nomad (sold) 2004 Suzuki Hayabusa (sold) http://www.strobel.ws VBA #01021 VROC #29389
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03-30-2009, 05:45 PM	#10
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Interesting DIY speakers Nothing wrong with being an SOB!! Or being picky for that matter either! __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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03-30-2009, 05:56 PM	#11
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Interesting DIY speakers That's a pretty unique install. It's not for me, that's for sure - but if he is happy with it, that's all that matters. The bike basket on the luggage rack is a real classy touch as well. ::) __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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03-31-2009, 11:33 PM	#13
Jared Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greeley, Colorado Posts: 6,772	Interesting DIY speakers PLEASE give us a review when your done with it(sound quality, volume etc). I would LOVE to add some tunes to my bike. Would the speakers be waterproof? __________________ Jared VBA #1051 (Former President)
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04-01-2009, 10:44 AM	#14
Jared Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greeley, Colorado Posts: 6,772	Interesting DIY speakers I did a little research on the speakers that he used and they supposedly have pretty good sound quality. Several people used them on their mc. __________________ Jared VBA #1051 (Former President)
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