SIRIUS XM RADIO

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Well I finally pulled the plug and ordered an OYNX EZ Sat Radio Receiver with Veh Kit .... should arrive Sat. .... and will be installed Sat. :yes::yes::yes:................Mike :thumbup:.................Edit - actually might arrive Thurs.:clap:

[Bob Denman]

:clap::congrats:
They're a really easy unit to set up and get running!

[slick999]

Sirius radio is the best,don't have to look for stations as you ride.Dealer installed the module as part of the deal if not I would of done the setup your doing.Love the 60's on six,good luck with your install.

[ppatrick1090]

Hi
I am also interest of Sirius radio. I have a 2016 RT limited. I can't find where you plug it in and where you install the receiver

I saw this one at best buy ? other option ? Thanks
Patrick
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/xm-onyx-ez-satellite-radio-receiver-with-powerconnect-vehicle-kit-black/1489797.p?skuId=1489797

[Bob Denman]

mount the receiver in your top trunk...
hook it into the 12 volt receptacle for power
(CAUTION: make sure that this is only powered when the key is on...)
mount your antenna up under the lid at the top of the box...
Take the MP-3 player cord, and plug it into the speaker output port on the receiver. Plug your cord into BRP's stereo plug in the trunk! :thumbup:

148129

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Hi
I am also interest of Sirius radio. I have a 2016 RT limited. I can't find where you plug it in and where you install the receiver

I saw this one at best buy ? other option ? Thanks
Patrick
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/xm-onyx-ez-satellite-radio-receiver-with-powerconnect-vehicle-kit-black/1489797.p?skuId=1489797
That's the one I got also but paid $2.00 more :banghead::banghead::banghead: ....... I can plug mine in ...in my glove box because I re-moved the jack/plug from the trunk..... carefully stripped that part of the harness out ( it was a separate cable ) and drilled a hole in the side of the glove box and put the jack in there ..... not hard just took some time with the Tupperware ..... Mike :thumbup:

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

mount the receiver in your top trunk...
hook it into the 12 volt receptacle for power
(CAUTION: make sure that this is only powered when the key is on...)
mount your antenna up under the lid at the top of the box...
Take the MP-3 player cord, and plug it into the speaker output port on the receiver. Plug your cord into BRP's stereo plug in the trunk! :thumbup:

148129.....Bob the antennae looks small enough to fit ...inside the trunk SHELL ...that's screwed onto the LID ..... that way the antennae has less plastic to go thru for the signal ...... or doesn't that matter ????? ...................Mike :thumbup:

[trikermutha]

the easy part in the install the hard part is trying to get a good price from Sirius. The first 5 months maybe cheap after that prices go up and so does the time on the phone trying to get a better deal.

[Bam Bam and Pebbles]

the easy part in the install the hard part is trying to get a good price from Sirius. The first 5 months maybe cheap after that prices go up and so does the time on the phone trying to get a better deal.

Or do what I do. Call to cancel and tell them its because of the price, and they always give you a deal. Works everytime.

[scooterexpress]

I also have the xm/sirrus unit I use the fm modulator and tune it to the radio as the output is louder then using the aux mode my advise is use the fm modulator and skip the aux mode I also just lay the ant on top of the psgr back rest seems like if you keep it inside the trunk you lose reception a lot more. I've used the aux mode in the beginning and I also ran a inline amp to see if that would help did some but not enough plus the amp was battery pwr wouldn't last long had to turn it off to charge it. j.m.o.

[jroberts650]

I also have the xm/sirrus unit I use the fm modulator and tune it to the radio as the output is louder then using the aux mode my advise is use the fm modulator and skip the aux mode I also just lay the ant on top of the psgr back rest seems like if you keep it inside the trunk you lose reception a lot more. I've used the aux mode in the beginning and I also ran a inline amp to see if that would help did some but not enough plus the amp was battery pwr wouldn't last long had to turn it off to charge it. j.m.o.

I have no problem with the output of mine using the aux input, It's actually louder. I mounted my antenna on the top of the rear trunk lid on the right side and only have issues if i'm in heavy tree cover. Other than that, it works great. Don't know why people mount there unit in the trunk, how do you change stations? Mine is bolted to the handlebars and powered by a power point in the speaker grille.148138

[Bob Denman]

.....Bob the antennae looks small enough to fit ...inside the trunk SHELL ...that's screwed onto the LID ..... that way the antennae has less plastic to go thru for the signal ...... or doesn't that matter ????? ...................Mike :thumbup:
I would be more concerned about flexing the wire to it while opening and closing the trunklid...
Oh! Since that picture was taken: I moved the antenna over to the left side; nearer the hinge, and I placed it on a small wedge so that it doesn't sit at such an angle. That DID make a difference in the reception. :yes:

[subdude17349]

jroberts, I'm with you. Why mount the unit in the trunk and not have access to it?

My Onyx receiver is on a Ram mount on the dash and the antenna is in the center of the dash. The power lead is run to the switched power for the GPS, and the output cable is run to the input in the trunk. Took a little time to run the output cable, but beyond that it's a simple install.

148139

[Bob Denman]

:shocked: Have you done any accidental "waterproof testing" for it? :dontknow:

[jroberts650]

:shocked: Have you done any accidental "waterproof testing" for it? :dontknow:

I've actually been in a few downpours with mine and haven't had any issues yet. But I remove the receiver and leave the mount when I'm parked anyway. It's always covered at home so it's not exposed if it does rain. Been working that way for 2 yrs now so I've gotten my money's worth out of it. Got the onyx at walmart on clearance for $15, brand new.

At this moment i'm working on a magnetic mount so I can remove the receiver and dock to use in my truck. With the magnetic mount I can still use my center handlebar mount to attach the head unit and it still be very stable. These new high strength magnet mounts you can get from Amazon are great!

[Bob Denman]

:clap: Thanks for this info! :thumbup:
I figured that for the price: they wouldn't stand up as well as yours has. I'm glad that I was wrong. :D

[slick999]

the easy part in the install the hard part is trying to get a good price from Sirius. The first 5 months maybe cheap after that prices go up and so does the time on the phone trying to get a better deal.


I always wheel and deal with sirius,usually get 6 months for 30.00 then suspend service before that runs out since I only need it for the riding season.Leave it suspended until the following year then deal again for another 6 months.If you don't take action before the time they renew for a full year at full price so just call them a day before it runs out.

[subdude17349]

Have you done any accidental "waterproof testing" for it?

No sir. I move that receiver between my RT, my Vision, 3 cars, and a home dock. On the Vision and the RT I keep a zip lock baggie for covering it while I'm riding in the rain. When parked the receiver is removed and locked in the glove box.

That receiver has been rained on dozens (hundreds?) of times with the baggie on it. No problems.

Jim

[jaherbst]

My 2013 RTS did not come with the Garmin 660. I bought a Garmin 665 and installed it. It came with built in XM capabilities. All I needed was the XM-40 antennae and a

subscription to Sirious. I transferred it to my 2014 RTL which came with a 660. Sold the 660.

Simply plug the XM-40 ant. into the entertainment harness. (standard equipment on the RTL) This is located on the R/H side just below the gas tank. Voila! XM radio.

Radio must be on to receive XM through speakers. XM has priority. Turn off or mute XM and you get the FM radio through the speakers.

I use Sena Headset bluetooth usually to listen to either. The XM-40 ant. was about $180 MSRP. This is a super clean, built in system for those of you who have the 665. You

cannot do this with the 660. It has no XM capabilities. You use the normal radio controls on the left handle bar that you use for your FM radio.

Been using XM radio on all my motorcycles and cars since it's inception. Always great reception in mountains and remote areas. Not so the FM, plus hundreds of station

choices. The 665 also has WX, Radar, Traffic warnings and auto reroutes for construction or accidents and delays ahead. I have it and it is a couple dollars more a month.

Go Mike!

Jack

[Bob Denman]

Garmin 665, and an XM 40 antenna: CHECK! :thumbup:

[trikermutha]

I thought the 665 was somehow different than the 660 harness and you could not get XM without changing to the 665 harness?? I know the 660 and 665 will work in the same cradle .

[PaladinLV]

WHY???
I have mine receptacle powered all the time and never a problem over the last 18 months.

AJ



(CAUTION: make sure that this is only powered when the key is on...)


148129

[jaherbst]

I thought the 665 was somehow different than the 660 harness and you could not get XM without changing to the 665 harness?? I know the 660 and 665 will work in the same cradle .

Cradle will work for 660 or 665 but you must change the cradle head or a couple wires inside. Check previous posts on this subject with the search engine.

Jack

[Bob Denman]

WHY???
I have mine receptacle powered all the time and never a problem over the last 18 months.

AJ
:D Because since I am SOOOOO... obsessive-compulsive: I wouldn't be able to sleep at night! nojoke
(I do change that port over to being powered all of the time; when it's time to plug in the Battery Tender! :thumbup:)

[TexAmRider]

mount the receiver in your top trunk...
hook it into the 12 volt receptacle for power
(CAUTION: make sure that this is only powered when the key is on...)
mount your antenna up under the lid at the top of the box...
Take the MP-3 player cord, and plug it into the speaker output port on the receiver. Plug your cord into BRP's stereo plug in the trunk! :thumbup:

148129

Did mine this way. Works Great. I also just ordered a bluetooth transmitter to connect to my headset. Will let all know how this works out. Speaker sound works well, but not quite loud enough with wind noise using the sport windshield on the RTS.

[Bob Denman]

Behind the 25" screen: no problem with hearing it! :D

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

:yes::yes::yes::yes::yes:.......... Well it arrived with the noon mail :2excited: ..... I read the info .... the unit is very small .... however you MUST put it in the DOCK to get it to work .... and that's 3 x's as big .......... even so it will fit nicely in the glove box and I can read it ......... I'm thinking of running the Antennae wire out thru the top of the box ( inside ) and then up in the plastic handlebar cavity ( RT ) .... I made a slide on metal clip for the handelbars that I never used .... so I think I can use it for the antennae because it has a magnetic base and will stick........ according the Sirius to get the best reception the antennae should face up and be un-obstructed ..... It's also weather proof ............ Mike :thumbup:

[Sopher]

I hope your didn't the full monthly subscription!
I've had Xm radio in my truck since 2005. Never paid full price... search Fatwallet.com... you'll find a thread for 50% off (more like 40% now...) Xmradio.

I added the second Xm radio to my Spyder RT-S with a 6month subscription for $30 i think... I only ride 6 months anyways due to new england weather.

[Dmartin]

Ok I just installed mine . Stratus 7. and it was easy installation BUT, if i put the antenna inside the top case I get 0 reception. I have to move it close to the antenna to get it working at all.. Help?

[greybeard]

wow all these problems and all this money. As part of Sirius package I have XM on my cell phone Blue tooth to Sena and boom XM in my helmet or $12 for Bluetooth receiver plugged into 3.5 mm cord on spyder boom xm in my speakers. Cell phone mount on handle bars and I can control music and use google maps as GPS life is good
Paul

[r1100rider]

I also have the xm/sirrus unit I use the fm modulator and tune it to the radio as the output is louder then using the aux mode my advise is use the fm modulator and skip the aux mode I also just lay the ant on top of the psgr back rest seems like if you keep it inside the trunk you lose reception a lot more. I've used the aux mode in the beginning and I also ran a inline amp to see if that would help did some but not enough plus the amp was battery pwr wouldn't last long had to turn it off to charge it. j.m.o.
Using the fm modulator is a big pain in city's you are always having to find an open frequency outerwise your xm is getting stomped on and there is few unused channels so you are constantly searching,I would always plug in direct if it's an option

[Gunner3773]

I have a Sirius XM subscription for my car. I pay an extra $4.00 per month for streaming so I can stream SiriusXM on my computer at work. I can also stream SiriusXM on my phone using the Sirius app. What I did not know, until recently, is that I can stream Sirius from my phone via bluetooth, to my Garmin 590 on my Spyder. From the Garmin, I can use Aux on the Spyder radio, and play Sirius through the Spyder's radio. Works great! Yes, the streaming does use data on my cell phone, but it is appears to be very minimal. I hold my phone with a Lamonster handlebar mount and X-grip.

Gunner

[canamjhb]

Sirius vehicle docking station is in my rear top boot.....where all the electrical connections are. I mounted the antenna outside the lid on the surface just opposite the radio antenna.....the left side of the bike. The lid just closed on the small antenna wire with no problems. Only drawback is I have to stop to change stations. But that is what butt breaks are for.

[Brentc]

Sirius vehicle docking station is in my rear top boot.....where all the electrical connections are. I mounted the antenna outside the lid on the surface just opposite the radio antenna.....the left side of the bike. The lid just closed on the small antenna wire with no problems. Only drawback is I have to stop to change stations. But that is what butt breaks are for.
I have same setup as Jim, and only issue is as he said, you have to stop to change station. Reception is quite good with antenna mounted this way.

[Triple B]

I have same setup as Jim, and only issue is as he said, you have to stop to change station. Reception is quite good with antenna mounted this way.
I also have the same setup, except I moved my antenna from the top of the passenger backrest to inside the top case, and did NOT notice any decrease in reception. My antenna is now on the top bracket assembly that is right behind the passenger backrest and is sitting on an approximate 45* angle to perpendicular. Great reception.

[flyinhgh]

Well I finally pulled the plug and ordered an OYNX EZ Sat Radio Receiver with Veh Kit .... should arrive Sat. .... and will be installed Sat. :yes::yes::yes:................Mike :thumbup:.................Edit - actually might arrive Thurs.:clap:

Has anyone done a vid or instructions of how and where to install this. Kind of a novice to the Spyder RT 2011 and not sure where to wire and mount all of this. Any feed back is appreciated.

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Has anyone done a vid or instructions of how and where to install this. Kind of a novice to the Spyder RT 2011 and not sure where to wire and mount all of this. Any feed back is appreciated.

I have Pics of what I did ..... look in my albums .....if you click on the pic it will get much larger and include a verbal explanation ...... Mike :ohyea:

[Saluda]

I've had Xm radio in my truck since 2005. Never paid full price... search Fatwallet.com... you'll find a thread for 50% off (more like 40% now...) Xmradio.


Are they still around ?

[pegasus1300]

yes just check ebay. But if you have a smart phone you can get the app on that and blue tooth it into your helmet.

[Blipsman]

I have a 2018 RT Limited. BRP has one listed for 2010-2017. Will the one mentioned from Best Buy go on mine? I’m talking about a satellite radio!

[bigbadbrucie]

mount the receiver in your top trunk...
hook it into the 12 volt receptacle for power
(CAUTION: make sure that this is only powered when the key is on...)
mount your antenna up under the lid at the top of the box...
Take the MP-3 player cord, and plug it into the speaker output port on the receiver. Plug your cord into BRP's stereo plug in the trunk! :thumbup:

148129
That’s the way I installed mine. Just mount it this way, turn it on, and start riding. Works perfectly, and.......I have the lifetime package....no monthly or yearly reminders, mind you I’ve had mine for a goodly number of years. Plus, I can move it into my car.

[johnny canuck]

Hi trikemutha,
I have a subscription to sirius (built in radio - 2017 RtL). What I do is take it by the month and then phone sirius and put a suspension on it for 6mos. while I store my bike for the winter. It reactivates just in time for the riding season. Usually???? April to end of Oct. If I ride a little sooner or a little later I'm not too worried about not having the radio for a few rides.

[Wildrice]

Well I finally pulled the plug and ordered an OYNX EZ Sat Radio Receiver with Veh Kit .... should arrive Sat. .... and will be installed Sat. :yes::yes::yes:................Mike :thumbup:.................Edit - actually might arrive Thurs.:clap:

How is the reception compared to the Shark radio's?
D

[Wildrice]

mount the receiver in your top trunk...
hook it into the 12 volt receptacle for power
(CAUTION: make sure that this is only powered when the key is on...)
mount your antenna up under the lid at the top of the box...
Take the MP-3 player cord, and plug it into the speaker output port on the receiver. Plug your cord into BRP's stereo plug in the trunk! :thumbup:

148129

Will the reception be good mounted in the Frunk of the F3's? I have the Sharp & I only use the USB with tunes loaded on it. My Fm reception is terrible.
d

[PaladinLV]

Used one for three years and finally decided to stream XM via my iPhone.
Results never looses connectivity and can change "channels" on the go.

AJ

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

That’s the way I installed mine. Just mount it this way, turn it on, and start riding. Works perfectly, and.......I have the lifetime package....no monthly or yearly reminders, mind you I’ve had mine for a goodly number of years. Plus, I can move it into my car.

See my post #37 above ….. Mike :ohyea:

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Will the reception be good mounted in the Frunk of the F3's? I have the Sharp & I only use the USB with tunes loaded on it. My Fm reception is terrible.
d

The " reception " is from the " Antennae " …. not the unit itself …… I have an RT, a friend who worked for Sirius said I would get better reception if I mounted the Antennae to a small metal plate ( normally it's the metal car roof ) so I did and the reception improved..... Also reception from Sirius varies according to your Latitude in relation to It's Satellite system ….. hope this helps ….. Mike :ohyea: