Kuryakyn Sound Bar Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ส.ค. 2024
- Kuryakyn's Sound Bar made in conjunction with MTX is easily the best sounding and most low profile choice for music on your motorcycle. It doesn't just fit Harley Davidson's either. Mount it up to your Indian, Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha, or any other 12 volt system that you can think of. Own a 4 wheeler? Wish it had music? Check the video to hear what 300 watts of power sounds like!
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Music or exhaust when you ride? Let me know!
Got both on my e glide standard loud as hell pipes and Bitchin stereo sound bar is awesome I’m referring it to my friend he has a rocker c and I think this will work good for him
John Maxwell the only sound I don't want to hear is some nagging ole lady in my ear. All else is good.
Both. Music equally as loud as the Rineharts...
exhaust and wind here, if i were to listen to music i'd prefer it via blue tooth straight into a sena.
Spot on, music makes the memories so much better!
I love my exhaust and my stereo although I have learned to stay away from pantera when riding I always end up doing over a hundred mph lol
Eapbking 12 damn right
Ramstine does it as well
Embrace your inner COWBOY FROM HELL and go absolutely FUCKING HOSTILE!! 🤘😝🤘
Its domination!!!
"I like to blow shit up and light a fire under your ass." -Dimebag Darrell 🤘
I see a Road Glide in your future. You've already got the saddlebags, tour pack, windscreen and now a stereo. It's coming old man, the geezer glide is coming!!!
Richard nailed this!! OMg 😂😂😂😂😂😂
NBT 3 it happens to all of us. When I got on my first bagger I was like WTF have you been thinking dummy!!! Never looked back. I ride 40,000mi year round border to border and ocean to ocean and party my ass off every chance I get. Nothing compares to the geezer glide for comfort and ride quality.
NBT 3 hell, on top of all that the saddlebags hold an 18pk each with ice!!! Just say'n...
Ironic you say that. I had a sportster, went to a bagger for 2 years, and went back to a sportster. I was comfortable on the bagger on long trips but I could never get to comfortable on it around town and the weight was always a bit much. Luckily for me I got rid of the bagger and didn't lose as much money as I thought I would have.
Jacob James as far as riding around town a little bar hopper like a sporty is fine. But if you wanna log any miles a bagger is the only way to go. I ride 30-40K miles a year and will ride nothing but and have had the sporty, Dyna and Softail. Nothing like a bagger when it comes to comfort and everything else.
So when I get my speeding ticket; I'll just tell the cop that John Maxwell said i had to go fast to get the best sound!! Lol
Greg Johnson I tried that, he didn't believe me
I was just looking into these a day ago. I happened to find this review and now I'm buying one. Thanks brother!
I love that when I looked these speakers up online, on their site it's a link to this video as their page review video lol
I love that when he said "so my plan for today is to get some of these bikes out of here" the guy in the back just started laughing out loud XD
sorry but im not even a harley guy and i still like to watch your channel.. good job keep up the good work.
Hitting the mountain roads here in northeast georgia when call me the breeze comes on is one of the best feelings one can have
Holy crap John almost 100000 subs! Good for you!
John Maxwell I have been shop n these for my 13 FatBoy for a while torn between pods and HDs boom and this one . I don’t have the money obviously for H-D so this one and pods were my options . With that said You have sold me my brother on this . Thanks so much for all you do for us Riders . This will sound an look so good head n down to Biketober . Keep it up . Ride on .
Very clear Audio. Worth every cent
Most of the time I like the tunes. Sometimes its nice just hearing the bike rumble. Have Kuryakan Road Thunder pods, they work well. Nice having volume and function control at my thumb.
I love music almost as much as my M8 Road Glide. When I listen to music on the bike I listen through a $60 set of earbuds.
I love my eardrums, too, and years of riding through the wind has taken its toll. Besides, I really don't like to pull up to or along side a vehicle that has a sound system thumping and blaring in everyone's ears.
Tom Dillon What earbuds are you using?
That beginning put a awesome smile on my face this morning!
With FF helmet, helmet speakers are by far your best option. I ride with earplugs anyway, was stupid enough for long enough to ride without them, and now have mild tinnitus. With earplugs and good helmet speakers, you get best of both worlds - reduced wind noise, and good sound.
The helmet speakers take all surrounding sounds out for me. I can’t hear the bike, or vehicles around me. Makes me nervous!
Holy Shit John! I remember when you looking to hit 1K subscribers...100K, Congratulations!!!!!! Keep up the Great Vids!!!!
How did you like it man? Torn between this and steel horse audios pods which is like $700!! But i only want to buy a set once and like it so if i gotta put up the bucks i don’t mind just want to enjoy them and hear it well
I often ride with music playing through headphones... one of the most amazing feelings I've had when riding is black label society's rendition of "America the Beautiful" coming on
Interesting, I’ve never considered fitting anything like that to my bike, until now! I do prefer to ride without music most of the time but I’m also with you on the opinion that there’s a time and a place for music sometimes and I love to listen to music when riding sometimes. Thanks for the review man.
I have run a board on sound systems on a bike... Started out with ear buds and a Walkman.. ran the earbud wire inside my shirt and Velcro the Walkman to the tank dash divider... After all these years of XM and handlebar speakers and touring built ins with amps and speaker upgrades...I am nearly back where I started.. I use the Harley wired headset and get along fine at any speed...
Good to know. I want a sound system for my bike so thanks for review. Sometimes I want to hear music while I'm riding other times I'm fine without it.
Seen those speakers and often wondered about how they sounded. Thanks for the review.
I started getting some Distortion in my soundbar how do I fix this problem
Certain songs that sounds like my base is buttegeig Justin certain songs how do I fix the problem cannot hear it hardly at all at 70
I have the same one on my road King and it sounds absolutely amazing and it is loud as hell worth the money!!
Well It does work.....and here Ive just picked up an FLTCU and updated the original sound with a Jensen marine stereo....but I can put one of those Kuryakyn speakers on my Intruder!
Had one for almost two years now on my 2017 Softail (no fairing), over 20k miles. You can hear it great at slow speeds. At high speeds, with a 1/2 or 2/4 helmet, it is almost useless. One thing you didn't mention is that how well the music is mastered is a great factor; older CD's copied to your phone will provide a sound that is not too great. It looks great on my ride and am pleased with it.
The one you have is the older 150w version, too. This is the new 300w. Honestly, I didn’t even think about folks copying music to their phone. I’ve been rocking iTunes/pandora/Spotify for so long I didn’t even think about that! You are 100% correct, though!
Just noticed...Congrats On 100K !! I still love to hear the old v-twin thump...might be getting old. Have friends who blast the tunes, so to each they're own
Congrats John for reaching a milestone on your channel! Keep doing awesome learning, informative and ride videos!👍👍
Sweet! Like the channel and the sound bar. May purchase one for my breakout soon. Looking forward to the install vid! Keep them coming man!
100k subs!!!!!! Congrats Bro, you deserve it
First time viewer, great review ... based on your road test just picked up the speaker! Thanks and ride safe brother!
I bought the JBL cruise speakers for my bike after seeing it on youtube . Great sounding even at 70mph +/- without a windshield. But then after being on for more than 2 hours continuously at max volume it started clipping and getting really hot and then it went into protection mode and turned itself off. Disappointed with the speakers. Decided to just mount an use it on the Honda Ruckus scooter. Bought me a Shoei NeoTech II and that's the best investment I made for tunes and protection. Always great to see your reviews John.
Cheers on the 100k subscribes John Maxwell. Nice it was while riding your own bike. Always love the channel. Thank you
Sounds better than my upgraded Harley Boom system... Man I wish Harley would contact Bose and make a speaker enclosure for Bass
To be honest Bose just suck and is the laughing stalk of the audio world. Will never buy another Bose speaker ever again.
@@VRRider can't afford Bose huh?🤣🤣🤣
@@FattyMateo You could not pay me enough to use Bose again.
I do not want music on my bike as it is to big of a distraction while I am riding.
Swear you read my mind sometimes. Was just thi king about these sound bars for the bike and how they perform! Good video!
I have one on my bike and its freaking awesome. Worth every penny.
How is it at 70 mph with loud pipes
Just ordered one for my dyna. 🤘 looking forward to the install vid.
Wow, been a while since I had time to catch up on your videos, but damn your channel grew fast, John... 100k🤘 Congrats, brother!! Here's to the next 100k 🥃
Thank you, this video actually gave a good description and actually shows how good the sound is while riding and I am for sure getting one now
I wear ear buds. Picked up a good set of high quality studio level ear buds got a deal at 40 bucks and it keeps my pipes from blowing out my ears and I can listen to podcasts or music with no issues with my full face or half helmet. I dig these speakers but I thought it would make the front end look too busy and I couldn't afford it. For the budget friendly man a good set of ear buds and protect your hearing and allow for good audio listening while still being able to hear traffic and your bike. Great video sir.
Spot on.... I'm going to get one now, thanks John!!!!
Sounds pretty good, but forget the peak power, always an inflated unrealistic number. Look at the RMS output to give you an idea of how loud it can get in the real world.
Great sounds ! ..... But for me i'm a bit old school, its just me my machine and the elements ..and a clear mind ^^
Simon Clark I have to agree, I had tried a Streetglide for a bit and noticed that I wasn't paying as much attention to the road and the ride. Decided on the RK and love the wind on my body and my mind on the road.
Cool man you’re awesome
Jeff Garcia Jr. maybe you just suck at riding
I'm happy you a review on this item. Thank you, now I know it would sound on my bike.
hey Max can you make a how to you install the sound bar I love your idea just want to see how you did it THANKS.
Agreed
Did this ever happen, can't find the video if it did?
It did not 😩 I’m a failure.
I was hoping to the see the install one day 😆🤙
@@TheHarleyTech your good Bud, it's probably a simple install black to ground and red to keyed 12vdc. Don't forget to heat shrink your connections annnd your done!
Welp, I'm sold. I use to think I was a purist, but sometimes music makes a long trip enjoyable. Thanks for the review
You sold me! I've been looking for something to bump Cardi B as loud as possible on my bike. ;)
Nice review 👍 That area you live/work in is beautiful, even when a storm was brewing 😎
How did you mount your Sena speakers in your helmet? Mine press against my noggin and give me a headache. I have one of the "convertible" type Harley helmets. Almost makes me want to do away with my Sena. Ideas????
What do you think about the boss audio 1000w 4 speaker system?
Good morning John Maxwell, Have a great day, There is still snow on the Rocky Mtns here in Western Colorado, Im going to fix the fence for a little bit, then Me and Momma are going to take a run. ( We went to Grand Junction Co last April to meet a friend for lunch, Came home four hours later with a HD Tri Gluide lol, ) Ive learned a lot from your channel. Keep up the good work, Aaahhh , the heck with the fence, maybe tomorrow lol, Its time to fire up .
Exhaust. I enjoy my heritage so much! Harley got it right.
I can appreciate the review!
Is it better than utilizing a helmet communication system like the Cardo or Sena?
Different strokes, same money. I've had a stereo on my Triumph TrophySE, and I liked it, but sound quality is better with the headphones/ear buds. That drawback is the surrounding sounds get pushed pretty far back.
Just curious about your perspective.
Surrounding sounds being lost is what keeps me from using the sena for more than comms.
Needs automatic volume adjustment based on speed or ambient noise? Having to manually adjust with gloves on looks like it would be a pain in the ass.
Big Congratz on 100K! Wohoo!
John, Another Good Video. The Sound Bar sounds good. Nice option if you want music.
I feel ya JM I love the tunes also and I’m liking that speaker. It never fails, when you are ready for the down pour it goes somewhere else and cheated you out of a chance to ride😢
Sounds pretty Decent. People should pay more attention to "RMS" Wattage than "PEAK" Wattage.
Sounds great.. would be curious on how sounds to passenger.. if its muffled any.. but over all sounds awesome
Slow ride, take it easy, great song, great video, great soundest. I'm gettin one👍
You sold me on trying one for my 2019 117ci fatbob bagger!
Great video! Can you tell me what editing software you use for your gopro? I have a GoPro 5 hero black and can't get it to work with IMovie (MAC). Thanks. Keep up the great videos
Hi John, next step 30inch front wheel? Man, this is for Sunday goofy bikers. I enjoy my engine and exhaust sound. Music is for cars!
Caspar sog ok cause street / road glides aren’t a thing ?!?!?!
Foghat !!! Slow ride boy is that a blast from the past lol.. look at my man 99k subs right on brother,,, and as far as music i use bluetooth ear buds on my cvo dyna ,, just easier for me because the small air foil on the head light ,, and my bike is so dam loud i could hear it if i parked it at your house here in PA lmao... so yea ,, nice set up buddy.. and i to love a good jam while blasting down the highway..nothing like it..
Another informative video. TY for your creations.
It seems odd they chose buttons to change volume. Wouldn’t a knob be much easier and safer to turn instead of hitting the buttons multiple times?
John thanks for the great vlog. This setup will be perfect for my 15 Heritage. I would say 50 50 sometimes Music sometimes not. Be Cool and Ride Safe🇺🇸🏍 Thanks Again.
Awesome! Thank you for making this video! Super helpful!
Love that Foghat!
Music in the helmet via Sena, with speaker placement being crucial..... gives you the separation that's hard to hear with any external system on a motorcycle. Plus Mrs. Johanson on her way to the YWCA rummage sale, sitting in the lane next to you at the light won't gag.
Pretty amazing how they can get that big sound out of a small footprint...
With sound waves, the low frequencies are the hard part. You can get volume for days, but the meat is missing.
Never wanted a radio until I had one. Now I'm kinda getting use to Pandora. Good review
Ordered! Will be bringing the Chollo in soon for install!
Slow Ride, take it easy ! Love it John ! 😎
I'm waiting on my soundboard! This was helpful brother!!
Wow,,,,where do I start? Good video and although I have a 2019 Road Glide Special,,,,I rarely listen to radio, maybe on a lonely road on a long trip. I feel a loud radio in the city or at a stop light is an invasion of someone else's privacy,,(some cage drivers and pedestrians hate us enough already) saw a biker yesterday on his Yamaha 650, cut off pipes, revving the engine, a small add on radio blasting wide open fuzzy music through bad speakers mounted on his handlebars, people eating at an outside restrauant covered their ears! Also a lot going on, with all the buttons to push with hands off controls and eyes off the road.
Joe Zednick
Ocala Fl.
Don't bother I bought 1 like it if you don't have stock pipes not going to hear
I saw all those churches on your ride to work and just knew you were in the Bible Belt lmao, didn’t know you’d be so close to home! Great review!
What I don’t get is have speakers when you already have the Sena system on your helmet...
I typically use some ear plugs and the Sena on top. So I get some hearing protection in longer rides and still can hear the music inside the helmet.
Denis Monteiro because he’s doing a review on the speaker lol.
Thanks for the video. Have been eying this speaker for a couple of months but hadn't seen any reviews on it. Saw a lot of reviews on the 150 watt speaker that stated at highway speeds there were sound issues. Looks like you removed your windshield bag. Was wondering if there is I way to mount it and keep the bag. I have the same model bike and use the bag a lot.
I was pretty bummed about the bag. My handlebar/clutch cable routing is a bit of an issue for me. I think I can make it better, but everything got installed about 2 days before Daytona! I haven’t had time to revisit everything.
Hey John. I have the same speaker for almost a year now on my 18 Heritage. I love it!! Sounds great even though mine has Rinehart exhaust. Super Loud!! No problems so far.
Oh yeah I forgot to mention, had to put a switch on mine to cut it on and off because it drained battery even turned off
I got a fix for that in the install video!
@@TheHarleyTech thank you sir for that video
@@TheHarleyTech sorry to be a PITA (pain in the ass). Can't find install video
Nice shirt man. I'm a flannel guy myself. Ride safe homie
I love to have tunes on my bike. That said in town I love hearing a nice exhaust rumble. But on multiple hundred mike days I gotta have some tunes.
Hey, great video, a friend of mine rides with a waterproof Bose speaker. Now if I may ask a question for your tech opinion. I’ve got an 08 Ultra Glide Classic, bought in January, in Buffalo, so it was stored. that the dealer just delivered the bike, Monday. Battery is nearly dead next day. Having a hard time getting it into neutral, and even when I start it with the clutch in the bike lurches forward. Yesterday there was smoke coming out of the left side of the engine behind the block. Definitely electrical. The dealers gonna pick it up. Any hear of anything like this?
Good aftermarket exhaust AND tunes. I’ve just got the exhaust for now. But, I think I’ll hold out on the music until I get my FXR fairing for my 21 FXLRS. I miss my 14 Street Glide.
Thankyou been thinking of getting one for two years, wasn’t sure
That’s a good video, I always wondered about this speakers, Jhon did you have to take of the windshield bag/pouch to have room for the speaker, or you just did not need it any more?
Took it off for lack of room. I can probably adjust stuff, but I’m starting with that extra long clutch cable...
John Maxwell I’ll stay tuned since I have the same issue,
Thanks
I'd be all over this if they made a clip on remote for the left grip, instead of having to "gorilla arm" to reach the controls. Great review John!
Been riding since I was 14 on mini bikes never had a bike with anything in my ears or head other than the air and exhaust. Just turned 68 bought a used 2014 Rushmore Road King, don’t need tunes to make my ride enjoyable. Love my new/used bike had a 2005 Road King Classic for 9 Years it was time for an upgrade.
The amount of bikes that come in right at ride season is nut. If I need shop time for crap I don't want to do, I take it in around November when inspection is about due, no rush, no hurry up.
I enjoy the exhaust and the wind myself.
Good tunes thanks for the great review I'll pass it on to my buds
We won't tell anyone that you were speeding John. LOL. Speakers sound great
best stereo im rocking is headphones with memory foam ear-tips...doubles as ear plugs when the tunes are paused, when playing your front row at a slipnot concert
Great review dude. I've been wearing headphones for tunes. but I think I want one of these speakers
Congratulations John on 100k subscribers!!!!
Joe Zednick
Ocala Fl.
That thing is impressive (That's what she said...HAHA). That's not a bad price for that kind of sound quality. It doesn't look bulky or out of place either, which is always good.
Do you use the GoPro for the selfie portion of the vid? How do you know you have the angle right?
Great review.
I do use a go pro. Normally set with linear view, but I goofed on this one and had to crop it. Trial and error finally got my frame right. Sometimes I’ll use the app/my cell phone to check framing if I need to.
Looks great. Why didn't you go with music in the helmet instead?
I have it. But it’s all highs. Not as much of a dynamic sound as the soundbar
Cool thanks for the heads up.
I've been thinking about these for a while. Good review, but I noticed you were not wearing riding gloves. Have you found it harder to use the controls of the speaker with gloves on?
Nah, the cell phone screen. I need a pair of touch screen friendly gloves. Tried to buy a set on the way to Daytona, but no one in the dealership would talk to me. I don’t go out of my way to spend money! I would have lost my employee discount and no one even said hello. I’ll just order a pair and save $20. 😂
Big thanks from Melbourne Australia
I sell Harley’s at Iron Eagle Harley Davidson in IL. I took a 2019 FLTRXS out that we put a 4speaker Rockford Fosgate system(2 new front and 2 installed lid speakers/amp). The difference between 55mph and 80mph is significant. Cost was around 2g installed. I think someone could do lowers if they wanted all the sound after 35-50mph.
Love tunes and like no tunes. That's why there are choices.......good vid thanks