2015 Voyager using earbuds instead of speakers

**JD Hog** · 06-25-2015, 10:20 AM

Is it possible to use earbuds on my 2015 Voyager? I have just ordered the iPod Audio Kit K10400-040 so I can plug in my iPod for the music but I want to listen to it through earbuds only.

CBO Vaquero · 06-25-2015, 10:35 AM

I think you can get the audio cables and use helmet speakers but not earbuds.

Gypsy Dragon · 06-25-2015, 10:45 AM

Why don't you just plug the earbuds in to the iPod and put it in a pocket or on your arm? That's what I do.

smokey · 06-25-2015, 10:54 AM

Or get bluetooth and play it over that, the Sena and others have an earbud attachment point. That is what I use for the most part, or if I want to listen to the radio I use the Kawasaki audio attachments with the speakers.

**JD Hog** · 06-25-2015, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Gypsy Dragon

Why don't you just plug the earbuds in to the iPod and put it in a pocket or on your arm? That's what I do.

I would like to be able to control the iPod with the handlebar switches.

**JD Hog** · 06-25-2015, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by CBO Vaquero

I think you can get the audio cables and use helmet speakers but not earbuds.

I will check into that. On my Harley Ultra Classic I did this but used earbuds by adding an adapter that let me plug in the earbuds into the larger intercom cable. Maybe that is possible here.

**JD Hog** · 06-25-2015, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by smokey

Or get bluetooth and play it over that, the Sena and others have an earbud attachment point. That is what I use for the most part, or if I want to listen to the radio I use the Kawasaki audio attachments with the speakers.

I like the bluetooth idea, no wires to plug in between me and the bike.

H8BUGZ · 06-25-2015, 10:17 PM

You need to get the Kawasaki audio pigtails that plug in under the seat. You can then use an adapter to go from the Kawasaki DIN connector to 3.5mm earbud jack. The only adapter that I found to work is from Plugup. You need the CanAm style. Harley adapters will not work. Not stereo. Been there done that. Take this info to the bank. It works.

**JD Hog** · 06-26-2015, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by H8BUGZ

You need to get the Kawasaki audio pigtails that plug in under the seat. You can then use an adapter to go from the Kawasaki DIN connector to 3.5mm earbud jack. The only adapter that I found to work is from Plugup. You need the CanAm style. Harley adapters will not work. Not stereo. Been there done that. Take this info to the bank. It works.

Thanks H8BUGZ, can you let me know which pigtail I need for under the seat? I found the Adapters at Plugup.com that you are talking about. I still have one from my Harley but most likely wont work as you said.

H8BUGZ · 06-26-2015, 12:19 PM

Kawasaki K10400-036 and K10400-035 are the rider and passenger pigtails that plug in under the seat. One is rider with bracket and the other one is passenger. They are not cheap. If I remember correctly, the Victory adapter will work too. (between Kawasaki pigtails and earbuds). When I purchased they did not list Voyager.

Boscoe · 06-26-2015, 03:24 PM

Why not just get a Bluetooth transmitter and put it under the seat, hooking it to the rear speaker leads?

rick6375 · 04-28-2018, 10:44 PM

I would like info on this, does it charge like an Ipod does? Next, is there an adapter that allows an ipod to be used with this? I'm want to use my TomTomRider through the stereo and also the ipod, but have the GPS over ride the ipod when voice directions are issued.

Eugene · 04-29-2018, 12:05 AM

Try Bovee 1000. It seems to be the solution.

mbarr10 · 04-29-2018, 09:24 AM

Vaquero rear headphone jack.jpg

I made this, that plugs into the rear speakers under the seat. Then installed a blue tooth transmitter to it. Works great sitting still. as you drive it gets interference. I was told a Common Ground was the possible issue. Now It was also suggested it could be the AVC. And I think it is. Because how would it be good standing still and garble up as you drive.

If I can find the Jack I will test it today. with the AVC off.

The Plugs are here http://www.cycleterminal.com/hm-non-sealed-series.html

Any connector I have needed for my bike was found in the above link. I do not like cutting wires

**JD Hog** · 04-29-2018, 03:08 PM

I now listen to the music from the speakers. I do have the iPod cable and a Garmin cable that all works through the speakers with the handlebar controls. I can have the Garmin announce turns through the speakers if I want.

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06-25-2015, 10:17 PM	#8
H8BUGZ Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Midwest Posts: 273	You need to get the Kawasaki audio pigtails that plug in under the seat. You can then use an adapter to go from the Kawasaki DIN connector to 3.5mm earbud jack. The only adapter that I found to work is from Plugup. You need the CanAm style. Harley adapters will not work. Not stereo. Been there done that. Take this info to the bank. It works.
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06-26-2015, 12:19 PM	#10
H8BUGZ Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Midwest Posts: 273	Kawasaki K10400-036 and K10400-035 are the rider and passenger pigtails that plug in under the seat. One is rider with bracket and the other one is passenger. They are not cheap. If I remember correctly, the Victory adapter will work too. (between Kawasaki pigtails and earbuds). When I purchased they did not list Voyager.
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04-28-2018, 10:44 PM	#12
rick6375 Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: New Castle, In. Posts: 365	I would like info on this, does it charge like an Ipod does? Next, is there an adapter that allows an ipod to be used with this? I'm want to use my TomTomRider through the stereo and also the ipod, but have the GPS over ride the ipod when voice directions are issued. __________________ 2005 800 Classic 2012 Voyager ABS
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04-29-2018, 12:05 AM	#13
Eugene Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Moscow, Russia Posts: 71	Try Bovee 1000. It seems to be the solution.
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04-29-2018, 09:24 AM	#14
mbarr10 Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 1,565	Vaquero rear headphone jack.jpg I made this, that plugs into the rear speakers under the seat. Then installed a blue tooth transmitter to it. Works great sitting still. as you drive it gets interference. I was told a Common Ground was the possible issue. Now It was also suggested it could be the AVC. And I think it is. Because how would it be good standing still and garble up as you drive. If I can find the Jack I will test it today. with the AVC off. The Plugs are here http://www.cycleterminal.com/hm-non-sealed-series.html Any connector I have needed for my bike was found in the above link. I do not like cutting wires __________________ Please post back after you have solved any issues 2016 1700 Vaquero 10/4/2016 2007 1500 Classic W/ Reckless Fairing, 42,000 miles 2004 600 Honda Shadow 18,000 miles 1989 500 Honda CX Custom 55,000 miles 1973 400 Kawi Triple 5,000 miles
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04-29-2018, 03:08 PM	#15
JD Hog Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Placerville, CA Posts: 2,959	I now listen to the music from the speakers. I do have the iPod cable and a Garmin cable that all works through the speakers with the handlebar controls. I can have the Garmin announce turns through the speakers if I want. __________________ Jim Diebolt 2015 Vulcan 1700 Voyager ABS The Black Kaw 2005 Vulcan Nomad Sold 2006 Honda 1800 VTX (Freebie) Sold 2008 Harley Ultra Classic Sold 2001 Harley Ultra Classic Sold Hangtown, Kalifornia VBA #2625
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