I decided to go with a different stereo on the bagger and opted for a Sony XAV-AX8000 and Polk Audio speakers. The receiver is pretty unique I haven't seen anything like it before. Its IP68-rated Waterproof, comes with a 3 year warranty, and fits in a single din stereo slot. I've started removing the front fairing but it doesn't seem like I've loosened all the fasteners yet. Around the headlight it feels like there's a fastener still holding the fairing. I'm just not able to see it.
I think you made good choices in what you bought, the only thing is you didn't do the research before buying. Now the only problem I can see with your radio is the watts pre channel output and its not bridgeable.
- CEA Rated Dynamic Reality Amp 20W x 4 RMS
now the factory alpine output rating: (from the first ride article of the bagger)
An Alpine marine-grade stereo uses twin 55-watt, 5 1/4″ speakers and is iPod-, Bluetooth- and SAT Radio-ready. A small cubby space is provided near a retractable cable to house your iPod.
So the alpine is 55w per channel and was a 2 channel radio
the radio you bought won't be as loud as the factory radio, so you will need an amp to be able to hear them and bring your speakers to life.
And without knowing which speakers and just shooting in the dark their website says that their 5.25 inch speakers are:
- Continuous Power Handling100W
- Peak Power Handling300W
So you'll need an amp that has between 45 and 120 watts continuous power per channel. You can use the gain control to turn it up or down as needed for power output. I think mine is 75 watt pre channel and bridgeable to create 150 watt continuous power to 2 channels, which is how i have mine set up.
i use to install car stereos for a living back years ago but still install stuff for friends and myself and whoever needs help doing so. If you need anything as far as wiring and if you do buy an amp how to hook it up and run the wires for it and where to mount it just let me know.
