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Guide to Motorcycle Fairing Speakers, Pods – Harley & Others

Accessories like windshield, light or muffler are essential and they improve your riding experience. Adding melody to that equation, though not necessarily like those accessories, can also boost your experience a bit more. Putting the right speaker to your motorcycle fairing is the easiest way to get it done. Here we have a shortlist of the best motorcycle fairing speakers for your bike, no matter if it’s a Harley, Honda, Kawasaki, or other one.

Best Speaker (Overall) – Rockford Fosgate TMS65

Best Fairing Stereo System (Full) – Hoppe HDF-RK or Moto Onfire Billet

Best Speaker (Budget ) – Hogtunes 352F-AA or TCMT 6.5″

Best Fairing + Speaker Pod – XFMT ABS or XFMT Low Vent

Best Lower Vent Fairing + Speaker – XFMT 6.5″

Best Lower Vent Fairing + Speaker Pod – TCMT

Best Fairing + Speaker + Pod (Harley Touring) – Moto Onfire or US Stock

Best Fairing + Speaker Pod (Harley Touring Glide) – XFMT ABS or XFMT

Best Fairing Speaker for Harley – Rockford TMS65

Best Batwing Fairing Speakers – Hogtunes Metrix or Hogtunes MSA-1

Best Coaxial Fairing Speaker – Polk Audio DB522

What is a Motorcycle Fairing?

Motorbike fairing, as explained, is usually used when describing protective paneling wrapped around the bike frame. Such fairings are common in sports and racing bikes since the fairings help in boosting the motorbike aerodynamics. Bike fairing works by reducing the air drag, which improves fuel consumption. Low fuel consumption later leads to a higher speed at low engine rpm. Motorcycle speaker pods are installed on the motorcycle fairing for better performance. 

Since the fairing makes the bike less prone to wind gusts, it helps in reducing turbulence and helmet buffering. As a result, you can easily listen to music even when riding at high speed. What can be more fun than riding for hours with soothing music on your ears?

Types of Motorcycle Fairing

Full Fairing 

Today, it’s possible to get a complete fairing, including speakers and the heating unit. While such fairings are quite pricey, they look good and emit super sounds. Fairings are usually made of fiberglass. All equipment on the unit comes pre-wired for easier installation. 

Speakers only

Most bikers search for a simpler and practical choice when upgrading their bike’s sound system. Instead of replacing the entire fairing or head unit, they only replace the speakers. Most aftermarket speakers are compatible with factory speakers with more clarity and louder sound. Most Speakers also come with fiberglass material.

Speaker kits

Some manufacturers offer an extensive sound system in a single package. The package includes an amplifier, wiring harness, speakers, and other crucial hardware. While it’s pricier getting the speakers alone, an amplifier does wonders when it comes to volume and sound quality. Buying speaker kits means you will save more on the models.

Bestseller No. 1
Batwing Fairing for HD Road King with Stereo Speakers PRV250 and 4x5.25 Motorcycle Audio
Batwing Fairing for HD Road King with Stereo Speakers PRV250 and 4x5.25 Motorcycle Audio
  • Vented Front
  • Injection Moulded Fiberglass / Black Gelcoat
  • Arrives fully assembled with mounting instructions
  • Windscreen and mounting hardware included
  • Marine grade audio
$1,100.00
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Bestseller No. 2
KEMIMOTO Lower Vented Leg Fairings, Touring Lower Fairings with 6.5 Inch Speakers Compatible with 2014-2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Street Glide Road Glide Road King Electra Glide
KEMIMOTO Lower Vented Leg Fairings, Touring Lower Fairings with 6.5 Inch Speakers Compatible with 2014-2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Street Glide Road Glide Road King Electra Glide
  • Vehicle Specific: The suitability depends on your motorcycle crash bars. Normally, the lower fairings are compatible with '14-later air-cooled Touring and Trike models including Road King, Street Glide, Electra Glide and Road Glide. Do not fit Twin-Cooled models or '18-later FLTRXSE models. Does not fit Mustache or Chopped Engine Guards.(Do not fit 2021 Road King Special / 2020 Road Glide Special)
  • Brand New ABS Plastic & Vivid Black: Outer Material is High Quality ABS Plastic. The lower fairing color is vivid black finished (gloss black painted), which could meet the most motorcycle style. (For more visual display, please refer to the Video)
  • Enjoy Your Music During Riding: Include 2 x 6.5" Speaker Boxes Pods and 2 x 6.5" Speakers. You could enjoy your music when you are in a touring riding. (They are assembled before shipment and comes with all the screws to install to your motorcycles.)
  • Warm Tips - How to remove the front top cover: You are required to remove the speakers and then there will be another bolts which has to be removed inside in the middle. When tighten the bolts inside, we suggest you to use a magnetic screwdriver for convenience and screwing tighter.
  • Gifts Idea: The lower fairings are 100% Brand New and do not contain wiring. It is a perfect gift for motorcycle lovers, please be assured to try.
$259.99
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Bestseller No. 3
XMT-MOTO Gloss Black Lower Vented Leg Fairing w/6.5'' Speaker pod box fits for 2014-2023 Harley Davidson Touring Road King FLHR Road Glide FLTRX Street Glide FLHX Electra Glide FLHT Models
XMT-MOTO Gloss Black Lower Vented Leg Fairing w/6.5'' Speaker pod box fits for 2014-2023 Harley Davidson Touring Road King FLHR Road Glide FLTRX Street Glide FLHX Electra Glide FLHT Models
  • Aftermarket Parts 100% Brand New
  • Quality molded ABS plastic for durability
  • Package included : A pair of pre assembled lower vented fairings with 6.5" speaker pod box
  • Fitment : Fits for Harley-Davidson 2014-later Touring models with the OEM Touring engine guard
  • With always fast and free shipping on every order,focusing on Quality and Service,so you can shop with confidence
$99.77
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Bestseller No. 4
XMT-MOTO Lower Vented Leg Fairing + 6.5' Speakers W/Grills For Harley Touring Harley Touring Street Glide Road King Electra Glide CVO Ultra-Classic 2014-2023,Gloss Black
XMT-MOTO Lower Vented Leg Fairing + 6.5" Speakers W/Grills For Harley Touring Harley Touring Street Glide Road King Electra Glide CVO Ultra-Classic 2014-2023,Gloss Black
  • Aftermarket Parts 100% Brand New
  • Material: High Quality ABS Plastic
  • PACKAGE INCLUDED: 2x Lower Vented Fairings 2x 6.5" Speakers,2x 6.5" Speaker Boxes Pods,2x Speaker Grills
  • fits for 2014-later air-cooled Touring and Trike models. Does not fit Twin-Cooled models. Freewheeler models require separate purchase of Engine Guard P/N 49184-09A or 49050-09A and Steering Stabilizer Bracket P/N 83865-09. Does not fit with Mustache Engine Guards
  • With always fast and free shipping on every order,focusing on Quality and Service,so you can shop with confidence
$130.77
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Bestseller No. 5
Batwing Fairing for Harley Davidson Switchback with Rockford PMX1 and 2x6.5 Speakers
Batwing Fairing for Harley Davidson Switchback with Rockford PMX1 and 2x6.5 Speakers
  • Vented Front
  • Injection Moulded Fiberglass / Black Gelcoat
  • Arrives fully assembled with mounting instructions
  • Windscreen and mounting hardware included
  • Marine grade audio
$952.00
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Bestseller No. 6
Rockford Fosgate TMS6SG Power Harley-Davidson Street Glide 6.5' Full Range Fairing Speakers 2006-2013
Rockford Fosgate TMS6SG Power Harley-Davidson Street Glide 6.5" Full Range Fairing Speakers 2006-2013
  • The TMS6SG is a pair of 6.5” full range coaxial speakers designed to fit the fairing speaker locations of the 2006-2013 model year Harley-Davison Street Glide Motorcycles
$399.99
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Bestseller No. 7
Rockford Fosgate HD14-STG3 Fairing Speakers, Saddlebag Speakers and 800-Watt Amplifier Kit for Select 2014+ Harley Davidson Road Glide & Street Glide Motorcycles
Rockford Fosgate HD14-STG3 Fairing Speakers, Saddlebag Speakers and 800-Watt Amplifier Kit for Select 2014+ Harley Davidson Road Glide & Street Glide Motorcycles
  • The HD14-STG3 is a high-performance 4-speaker, 800-watt amplified audio system built for select 2014 and newer Harley Davidson Road Glide and Street Glide Motorcycles
  • Audio engineered to perform on the open road, our M5 audio kits are the loudest and clearest audio systems we’ve created. Featuring a simple plug-and-play installation, paired with full throttle output, this audio system delivers an exceptionally superior on-bike audio experience like no other
  • The HD14-STG3 includes the TMS65, a pair of powerful 6.5” full range fairing speakers with an ultra-efficient 25mm dome tweeter, and the TMS69BL14, a pair of our 6x9” Element Ready saddlebag speaker retrofit kit for factory Harley Davidson hardshell bags(non fiberglass models)
  • The HD14-STG3 also includes our M5-800X4, 800-watt 4-channel IPX6 Element Ready amplifier and our RFK-HD14M5, amp install kit, with a direct connect wiring harnesses designed for select Harley-Davidson models
  • (Note: *You will need to flash your factory radio to use this kit) Famous Rockford Fosgate build quality with a full 2-year warranty when purchased from an authorized Rockford Fosgate reseller
$1,899.99
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Bestseller No. 8
Rockford Fosgate HD9813SG-STG2 (Stage 2) Fairing Speakers & 800-Watt Amplifier Kit for Select 1998-2013 Harley Davidson Street Glide & Electra Glide Motorcycles
Rockford Fosgate HD9813SG-STG2 (Stage 2) Fairing Speakers & 800-Watt Amplifier Kit for Select 1998-2013 Harley Davidson Street Glide & Electra Glide Motorcycles
  • The HD9813SG-STG2 is a high-performance 2-speaker, 800-watt amplified audio system built for select 1998 - 2013 Harley Davidson Street Glide & Electra Glide Motorcycles
  • Audio engineered to perform on the open road, our M5 audio kits are the loudest and clearest audio systems we’ve created. Featuring a simple plug-and-play installation, paired with full throttle output, this audio system delivers an exceptionally superior on-bike audio experience like no other
  • The HD9813SG-STG2 includes the TMS6SG, a pair of powerful 6.5” full range fairing speakers with phase-aligned 25 mm tweeter and Street Glide grilles
  • The HD9813SG-STG2 also includes our M5-800X4, 800-watt 4-channel IPX6 Element Ready amplifier and our RFK-HD14M5, amp install kit, with a direct connect wiring harnesses designed for select Harley-Davidson models
  • Famous Rockford Fosgate build quality with a full 2-year warranty when purchased from an authorized Rockford Fosgate reseller
$1,259.99
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Bestseller No. 9
Rockford Fosgate HD9813SG-STG3 (Stage 3) Fairing Speakers, Saddlebag Speakers and 800-Watt Amplifier Kit for Select 1998-2013 Harley Davidson Street Glide & Electra Glide Motorcycles
Rockford Fosgate HD9813SG-STG3 (Stage 3) Fairing Speakers, Saddlebag Speakers and 800-Watt Amplifier Kit for Select 1998-2013 Harley Davidson Street Glide & Electra Glide Motorcycles
  • The HD9813SG-STG3 is a high-performance 4-speaker, 800-watt amplified audio system built for select 1998 - 2013 Harley Davidson Street Glide & Electra Glide Motorcycles
  • Audio engineered to perform on the open road, our M5 audio kits are the loudest and clearest audio systems we’ve created. Featuring a simple plug-and-play installation, paired with full throttle output, this audio system delivers an exceptionally superior on-bike audio experience like no other
  • The HD9813SG-STG3 includes the TMS6RG, a pair of powerful 6.5” full range fairing speakers with phase-aligned 25 mm tweeter and Street Glide grilles, and the TMS69BL9813, a pair of our 6x9” Element Ready saddlebag speaker retrofit kit for factory Harley Davidson hardshell bags (non fiberglass models)
  • The HD9813SG-STG3 also includes our M5-800X4, 800-watt 4-channel IPX6 Element Ready amplifier and our RFK-HD14M5, amp install kit, with a direct connect wiring harnesses designed for select Harley-Davidson models
  • Famous Rockford Fosgate build quality with a full 2-year warranty when purchased from an authorized Rockford Fosgate reseller
$1,859.99
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Bestseller No. 10
Rockford Fosgate TMS65 Power Harley-Davidson 6.5' Full Range Fairing/Tour-Pak Speakers (2014+)
Rockford Fosgate TMS65 Power Harley-Davidson 6.5" Full Range Fairing/Tour-Pak Speakers (2014+)
  • The TMS65 is a pair of 6.5” full range coaxial speakers designed for a direct fit in 2014 and newer Harley-Davidson Street Glide/Road Glide motorcycles in both the fairing and Tour-Pak locations
$399.99
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Why Use a Speaker on the Fairing?

  • Music quality- a quality fairing speaker yields quality music, making a ride enjoyable. When on a fairing, wind and road bumps never affect the sound quality.
  • Weather resilient- Most quality fairing speaker units are weather resilient. They come with an ultra-violet coating that shields them from harmful rays and are usually water resilient.
  • Flexibility- Motorcycle fairing speakers offer enough flexibility in terms of the source of music. You may choose to listen to music through USB, Bluetooth, or a CD. Most of them have AM and FM stations.
  • Increase of the resale value- When you install a fairing system on your bike, the feature adds to your bike value. It’s an excellent way to boost profits if you wish to sell it.
  • Style- If looking forward to boosting your bike’s look, fairing speakers is the best way to do so. They boost the bike’s look and make them look classy. Just install one to get people attracted to your ride in minutes.

Top Brands for Motorbike Fairing & Speakers

Rockford Fosgate

Being a part of the Rockford foundation, this model has been there since 1973. The company is renowned for producing audio motorcycle products and marine and automotive products. You can trust in the quality of their product.

Hoppe HDF-RK

The company has been selling motorcycle audio products for years. Most customers love their products since they are famous for making some of the best speakers and amplifiers in the market. Choose a product from this brand, and you will never regret it.

Buying Considerations – Fairing Speakers for Moto

Compatibility

No one wishes to spend cash on a fairing speaker, only to realize it’s not compatible with your motorbike. Some models are compatible with others, while others need a special model to fit well. The information is available on the product, so you should not worry about that. You only need to make sure the one you choose is compatible with your bike.

Speaker Wattage

The power available in the speaker determines its effectiveness. Technically, this power is measured by watts related to the audio volume or quality. More wattage means better quality and more volume. 

Budget

Any other factor finally falls on the cost. How much will you spare after buying a certain model? Some models are affordable, while others are pricey. Your budget should determine the model you will buy. As you check for pricing, consider the maintenance fee of the speaker as well as the repair cost.

Does All Fairing Contain Speaker Pod?

All fairings do not come with a speaker pod. Speaker wires may come with speakers but will not include pods. The good thing is you can get the pods in any audio shop and get one. The products are also available on Amazon and other reliable ecom sites. 

If you choose to go for customized fairings, some may include speaker pods. However, it’s good to make sure the ones you buy have better quality. Sometimes, separately buying them is cheaper than buying the ones included in the fairing.  

How to Install a Motorcycle Fairing?

  • Mounting the rear part Fairing- The mounting should go behind the bike seat. You only need to drill holes in places you want to mount on the fairing.
  • Fixing the Front Guard- This needs to go right on the front wheel. Make sure you cover the top part of the tire.
  • Put the tank’s cover- You will only find the mount points in the corners, so you need to be keen.
  • Doing the front fairings- You may drill holes at this stage, but no screwing at this step. Instead, you can use clips to lock the fairing in place.
  • The lower fairing- Take the lower fairing and drill holes. Since the piece needs to stay at the front, making markings here is crucial.
  • Installation- Finally, reinstate everything and screw those up. It should not be hard. You only need to make sure every part goes to the ideal hole and is firmly screwed.

How to Put Speakers on a Pod or Fairing? 

Installing the speaker on a fairing or pod does not need many technicalities. The instructions on the user manual should be helpful. The user manual will help you find the required hardware and the step-by-step guide to help you out. Here are the steps you need to follow:

  • Attaching the cone- you need to attach the cone inserts to their ideal housing. The housing is usually found inside the housing.
  • Mount the cones- you can do so with bolts, fasteners, and nuts. If the speakers are mounted on the handlebars, one will only need the tools.
  • Connect the wires- rightly with negative and positive sockets.

Concluding remarks

Installing the best motorcycle fairing speakers on your bike creates a sense of fun and security. Moreover, your body remains relaxed, soul enlivened, and the spirit elevated. However, decide on the ideal fairing speaker. When doing so, make sure you consider all the above factors before settling on your choice.

Last update on 2022-06-20  / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API

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