Satellite Radio

[old soul]

My honey and I have a 14' Tri Glide. Can anyone tell me what needs to be plugged in and/or purchased to be able to utilize the satellite radio option?

[Casper]

You'll need to buy the XM radio kit, comes with XM module and antenna. Very easy install, remove outer fairing, there's a small metal plate on back of radio, two screws, remove that, slide module into opening, install two screws, plug in XM antenna and mount , antenna has magnetic mount. Call XM and activate an account.
i moved mine to the outer inner fairing for better reception. There's also a improved antenna but I don't have that.

[desertclassic]

I received a notice XM radio that it could be activated on a smart device. Wonder if it could be added to the phone then linked to the trike?? I plan on checking that out and will let you know. Jim

[Ed Hobgood]

I received a notice XM radio that it could be activated on a smart device. Wonder if it could be added to the phone then linked to the trike?? I plan on checking that out and will let you know. Jim

Let us know if this works out. Sounds like the way to go.

[TGCarol]

I'm waiting to hear what you find out as well.

[dougv]

I have XM now as a trial with a new truck I bought and there is an option to get it on a smart phone or device, the issue is that you are using your data minutes if you don't have a plan with unlimited data and if you have poor cell service, you don't get the service.

If you plan on going the phone option, there are a lot of free services available on line instead of paying XM. I know I'm not renewing when it expires in a few days.

If your trike radio has bluetooth you should be able to link them up, for me I use a direct connect modulator, plugs between the antenna and radio and gives me my input for my phone.

[Polock48]

You'll need to buy the XM radio kit, comes with XM module and antenna. Very easy install, remove outer fairing, there's a small metal plate on back of radio, two screws, remove that, slide module into opening, install two screws, plug in XM antenna and mount , antenna has magnetic mount. Call XM and activate an account.
i moved mine to the outer inner fairing for better reception. There's also a improved antenna but I don't have that.

Can you explain where it's mounted to the inner fairing? Also who makes the improved antenna?
Thanks

[desertclassic]

[QUOTE=dougv;437390]I have XM now as a trial with a new truck I bought and there is an option to get it on a smart phone or device, the issue is that you are using your data minutes if you don't have a plan with unlimited data and if you have poor cell service, you don't get the service.

This is what I found out. I have a lot of data, just not sure I want to use the phone for XM. I have a 64GB ipod which I use on the trike. Jim

[consitter]

[QUOTE=desertclassic;437763]

I have XM now as a trial with a new truck I bought and there is an option to get it on a smart phone or device, the issue is that you are using your data minutes if you don't have a plan with unlimited data and if you have poor cell service, you don't get the service.

This is what I found out. I have a lot of data, just not sure I want to use the phone for XM. I have a 64GB ipod which I use on the trike. Jim

I use my phone for my tunes, just like an ipod. I can either store music on the flash drive, or I can stream it through Amazon or iTunes. But, I do have unlimited data, so I'm fortunate there.

[old soul]

Thanks for all the feedback. We have put many hours of research in as well as reading your responses. I guess you can call me tight. I refuse to spend $400 on the Harley kit. For any other vehicle my wife, children and I have we could do it right for $100 max. We will be waiting to hear about the phone situation also. Thanks all!

[hogcowboy]

You can also go with a Garmin 650 with XM. Now how that plays into your radio system I don't know but it's a slick way to get both and solve all you problems with phone. I was using one on my Indian but upgraded the GPS and lost the XM. So I'm back to Pandora. Now I got a 650 to get rid of.

[Postal Trucker]

I purchased a XM Onyx unit to use in the truck while working and also have the ability to move it to the trike when needed. This is a cheaper option.

You can get the auxiliary plug adapter and mount the unit on the handlebars.

I have this setup, but haven't hooked everything up yet.

I did have this kind of setup on my '09 Road Glide and it worked great. Just remember to carry a water resistant cover (or zip lock bag) for when it rains.

[FuzzyWuzHe]

If you live if fairly remote areas .... like most of western Colorado, the phone option is very limited ... in my area ... just a bit out of town, the data speed drops to 1x ... which works okay for email etc, but not so much for streaming ... just a thought.

[arcticatv]

I had a $99.00 Car kit on my Road glide. Used the FM modulator and placed the receiver in storage pocket. It worked fine, but inconvenient to change stations. On my Tri Glide, I just paid the $400.00 for the factory XM. Much nicer.