As a fellow installer/ upgrade guy myself, I say nice job with the ease of explaining! One issue i would bring up is..... the shorter the ground wire the better, and try not to run positive and neg next to each other. Some cheaper head units and amp's will produce (road noise) and thus is normally the reason why. I use the speaker wire, high input technique also, I hate to cut into factory harnesses! I'm about to install new speakers and a fosgate 4 channel soon myself!
Good info Chris. We actually created a wiring kit to replace this method. It utilizes the factory plug about 6-8" upstream from the connectors shown in the video. The wire routes the speaker output from the head unit to the amp then from the amp output back over to the speakers. engineeredadapters.com/product/front-speaker-wiring-kit-for-amp-when-keeping-factory-radio
LOL....just noticed your name!! the MUST-HAVE Speaker adapter Guy :) Regarding Video....I'm about to install Kenwood 1824BT Bluetooth Amp, Polk MM651UM speakers. I know I overthink EVERYTHING.....I have 3 forum Posts up, 5 (FIVE) RUclips Videos up on my laptop...... I think I have it all ready. Arrives tomorrow....pulled Faring off today........ THEN I came across this Video !! Without a Doubt...the shortest Most Succinct Amp video I've seen. And there are some great ones. Much respect to people who Post here....no easy task. BUT.... Thanks for your video....absolutely makes it easy for ANY amp on the Kawi.
Thanks. I had some old JBL'S in there. Wondered about "closed back" and porting. ...so their out. Polk says better with no backs/boxes. FYI, not a huge magnet! Big plastic enclosure has cross over in it.
Can you advise which wires are foe the front and rear speakers. I bought a used vaquero that the wiring is kinda jacked up with the old amp. I have completed the bag speaker install and I just need to know about the correct speaker wires. My front adapters should arrive today, thanks.
I installed the 400 using the process you outline here, but it will not turn on the amp. The amp will turn on if I connect the remote wire directly to the battery. It will not turn on if I do not have the wire connected. Any suggestions? thanks! Scott
The PBR300 is triggered by the stereo output when the stereo is turned on - IF it was connected using high-level inputs. If using low-level inputs (RCA) then the trigger wire must be connected. Just to walk through this - did you run the 12v HOT all the way to the battery as described, including a fuse? You said it will turn on so it sounds like you have it grounded properly. The green (trigger) wire needs to then connect to an ignition-activated source. These bikes have such a source already and very near the radio. On the left side of the bike there are two connectors. One is HOT on ignition, the other is ground. These accept bullet-nose connectors. They appear to accept huge spade connectors but it's actually two female bullet connectors - each (so 2 possible 12v hot female bullet and 2 possible ground female bullets). I don't recall the colors, so you'll need to check them with a meter as you don't want to accidental connect to ground. If it is hot (ONLY when ignition key is ON), then that's the one you want. It will trigger the amp to turn on when you turn on the bike. I hope that makes sense! If not, send me your contact via email and I can help troubleshoot. engineeredadapters@gmail.com
We actually created a wiring kit to replace this method. It utilizes the factory plug about 6-8" upstream from the connectors shown in the video. The wire routes the speaker output from the head unit to the amp then from the amp output back over to the speakers. engineeredadapters.com/product/front-speaker-wiring-kit-for-amp-when-keeping-factory-radio
@@bkbaltes92 in this video, we crimped terminals on the wires. We now make a wiring kit that is pre-terminated with the connectors you need. I hope that helps!
@@bkbaltes92 The factory wires going from the head unit to the speakers have a connector about 6" from the speakers. This is the connector that our wiring kit uses.
Marine grade electronics are often thought of as waterproof but that is definitely not the case. The priority for marine-grade electronics is actually to eliminate the chance of the electronics creating a spark. This is because boats have bilges which can collect fuel. A spark from a radio, for example, could spell disaster if it ignited the fumes from the fuel. To combat this, the PC boards have a coating. By default, this coating also helps resist moisture from getting to any of the board components. Any parts that are exposed, such as terminals, are usually coated with gold to reduce or eliminate corrosion. The amplifiers are often installed under the fairing and while they are not directly exposed to the elements, water can reach them through gaps around the headlight or other locations. Most of the amps installed are "power sport" amps which means they are made to resist vibration which is most often found on motorcycles or Side by Sides where that is not a concern in a car. Some have placed a flap over the top of their amp to help combat against any moisture reaching the electronics.
Do you know if anyone makes a face plate to mount a single din radio and or a wiring harness? I know PAC electronics makes a module that can be used to retain the handle bar controls.
I make one!! I make several items for the Voyager and Vaquero including 6.5" speaker adapters for the dash (mentioned in the video), 6.5" speaker mounts for the saddlebags (fit Vaquero and 1500/1600 Nomads only) in a HiRise and LoRise version, the aluminum amp bracket shown in the video, radio faceplate covers (if you don't like the silver) as well as the singleDIN faceplate adapters to mount an aftermarket head unit!!
I do not believe this amplifier is marine-grade. I've ridden in the rain many times using this amp with no issues. Same with my Kenwood 512BT radio which is also not marine-grade. It seems washing the bike is the bigger risk. I don't wash mine (Honda polish only) but if you do, you definitely need to be sure to not spray the water onto the radio, even marine-grade.
As a fellow installer/ upgrade guy myself, I say nice job with the ease of explaining!
One issue i would bring up is..... the shorter the ground wire the better, and try not to run positive and neg next to each other. Some cheaper head units and amp's will produce (road noise) and thus is normally the reason why.
I use the speaker wire, high input technique also, I hate to cut into factory harnesses!
I'm about to install new speakers and a fosgate 4 channel soon myself!
Good info Chris. We actually created a wiring kit to replace this method. It utilizes the factory plug about 6-8" upstream from the connectors shown in the video. The wire routes the speaker output from the head unit to the amp then from the amp output back over to the speakers. engineeredadapters.com/product/front-speaker-wiring-kit-for-amp-when-keeping-factory-radio
i just ordered a set of your adapters and I cannot wait to get this upgrade done. thank you for posting this
irishbum876bbc482 how did the adapters work for you?
Just followed instruction on this video, Installation was a breeze. Thanks.
LOL....just noticed your name!! the MUST-HAVE Speaker adapter Guy :)
Regarding Video....I'm about to install Kenwood 1824BT Bluetooth Amp, Polk MM651UM speakers.
I know I overthink EVERYTHING.....I have 3 forum Posts up, 5 (FIVE) RUclips Videos up on my laptop......
I think I have it all ready. Arrives tomorrow....pulled Faring off today........
THEN I came across this Video !!
Without a Doubt...the shortest Most Succinct Amp video I've seen.
And there are some great ones. Much respect to people who Post here....no easy task.
BUT....
Thanks for your video....absolutely makes it easy for ANY amp on the Kawi.
Patrick, I believe you will need to remove the factory speaker cups in order to accommodate the huge magnet on the Polk UM-series.
Thanks. I had some old JBL'S in there. Wondered about "closed back" and porting. ...so their out.
Polk says better with no backs/boxes. FYI, not a huge magnet! Big plastic enclosure has cross over in it.
Hi there I would really like one of those brackets for the amp u made up if u have any left
We are manufacturing another batch right now!
You should offer installs; I’d buy everything needed and pay you to install the map and new speakers
Can you advise which wires are foe the front and rear speakers. I bought a used vaquero that the wiring is kinda jacked up with the old amp. I have completed the bag speaker install and I just need to know about the correct speaker wires. My front adapters should arrive today, thanks.
I installed the 400 using the process you outline here, but it will not turn on the amp. The amp will turn on if I connect the remote wire directly to the battery. It will not turn on if I do not have the wire connected. Any suggestions? thanks!
Scott
The PBR300 is triggered by the stereo output when the stereo is turned on - IF it was connected using high-level inputs. If using low-level inputs (RCA) then the trigger wire must be connected.
Just to walk through this - did you run the 12v HOT all the way to the battery as described, including a fuse? You said it will turn on so it sounds like you have it grounded properly. The green (trigger) wire needs to then connect to an ignition-activated source. These bikes have such a source already and very near the radio.
On the left side of the bike there are two connectors. One is HOT on ignition, the other is ground. These accept bullet-nose connectors. They appear to accept huge spade connectors but it's actually two female bullet connectors - each (so 2 possible 12v hot female bullet and 2 possible ground female bullets). I don't recall the colors, so you'll need to check them with a meter as you don't want to accidental connect to ground. If it is hot (ONLY when ignition key is ON), then that's the one you want. It will trigger the amp to turn on when you turn on the bike. I hope that makes sense! If not, send me your contact via email and I can help troubleshoot. engineeredadapters@gmail.com
We actually created a wiring kit to replace this method. It utilizes the factory plug about 6-8" upstream from the connectors shown in the video. The wire routes the speaker output from the head unit to the amp then from the amp output back over to the speakers. engineeredadapters.com/product/front-speaker-wiring-kit-for-amp-when-keeping-factory-radio
Any videos on how to use the adapters my brain hurts reading this
@@bkbaltes92 in this video, we crimped terminals on the wires. We now make a wiring kit that is pre-terminated with the connectors you need. I hope that helps!
@@EngineeredAdapters the adapters plug into the speaker connectors? Or is there another spot on the harness
@@bkbaltes92 The factory wires going from the head unit to the speakers have a connector about 6" from the speakers. This is the connector that our wiring kit uses.
I see alot of these amps being installed on bikes but are they marine grade amps?
Marine grade electronics are often thought of as waterproof but that is definitely not the case. The priority for marine-grade electronics is actually to eliminate the chance of the electronics creating a spark. This is because boats have bilges which can collect fuel. A spark from a radio, for example, could spell disaster if it ignited the fumes from the fuel. To combat this, the PC boards have a coating. By default, this coating also helps resist moisture from getting to any of the board components. Any parts that are exposed, such as terminals, are usually coated with gold to reduce or eliminate corrosion.
The amplifiers are often installed under the fairing and while they are not directly exposed to the elements, water can reach them through gaps around the headlight or other locations. Most of the amps installed are "power sport" amps which means they are made to resist vibration which is most often found on motorcycles or Side by Sides where that is not a concern in a car.
Some have placed a flap over the top of their amp to help combat against any moisture reaching the electronics.
How big was the fuse?
I think 30A.
Do you have a bass knob for it
Do you know if anyone makes a face plate to mount a single din radio and or a wiring harness? I know PAC electronics makes a module that can be used to retain the handle bar controls.
I make one!! I make several items for the Voyager and Vaquero including 6.5" speaker adapters for the dash (mentioned in the video), 6.5" speaker mounts for the saddlebags (fit Vaquero and 1500/1600 Nomads only) in a HiRise and LoRise version, the aluminum amp bracket shown in the video, radio faceplate covers (if you don't like the silver) as well as the singleDIN faceplate adapters to mount an aftermarket head unit!!
Engineered Adapters what is the best way to get contact with you?
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This marine certified?
I do not believe this amplifier is marine-grade. I've ridden in the rain many times using this amp with no issues. Same with my Kenwood 512BT radio which is also not marine-grade. It seems washing the bike is the bigger risk. I don't wash mine (Honda polish only) but if you do, you definitely need to be sure to not spray the water onto the radio, even marine-grade.
Do u sale your speakers adapter on eBay?
Not yet. But you can check out the website and email us. See description above for information. Thank you!
What is a good email to contact you?
Joe you can email me at EngineeredAdapters AT Gmail.com, thanks!
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Why in the hell don't u shut yr radio off while u are tell what to do
Turn yr dam radio off when talking about how to do something