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OF 2025Best Motorcycle Sound Bar
Loud & Proud With These Easy-Install Options
Our pick for the best overall motorcycle sound bar is Kuryakyn’s Wanderbar Detachable Sound Bar. Available in two sizes and sporting Bluetooth integration, weather resistance, on-the-bike charging and improved sound over previous versions, we’ll sing the praises of this one. It’s not the cheapest, nor is it the smallest, so factor that into your decision and available handlebar mounting space.
For a great value, it’s Kuryakyn again with their Road Thunder Bluetooth Sound Bar Plus by MTX. Universal fitment is a plus for any product, but we’re fans of the all-weather construction, USB charging port and Bluetooth integration. Finally, our honorable mention is the Boss Audio Rebel High Performance 600 Watt 2 Speaker Bluetooth Sound System. You’ve got mounting options galore and Bluetooth integration at a killer price; highway-speed sound level does leave a bit to be desired, though.
Best Motorcycle Speaker & Amp System
For The Ultimate Audio Equipment Upgrade
Our overall winner of the best motorcycle stereo system is the Rockford Fosgate Gen-3 Stage 3 Audio Kit For Harley. Yes, it's only for specific Harley bikes, but this 800w powerhouse sports speakers that have been frequency-tuned to deal with noise at speed. It's also easily mounted to factory attachment points and has a direct-connect wiring harness.
The winner of our “best value” pick is the Aquatic AV Sport Plus Kit For Harley, which includes a head unit, sports AM/FM/XM radio, Bluetooth connectivity, USB charging and factory mounts. As an honorable mention, the Hogtunes G4 Front Speakers And Amp Kit makes the grade for its plug-and-play install, 225w-two-channel amp and at-speed sound quality.
Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Replacement Speakers
Swap Out Stock With The Best Harley Speakers
At the top of the list is Wild Boar By Hogtunes 6.5" 200 Watt Speakers For Harley Touring 2014-2022. We give this one the nod for its large vented magnets to make the most of the 6.5-inch 200w speakers. All-surrounding sound, studio-grade crossovers and factory fitment for simple install makes this set stand out.
The Hogtunes Gen 3 Front Speaker Kit For Harley Road Glide 2006-2013 is an unbeatable value for the performance. It’ll drop right in, which makes it among the best motorcycle fairing speakers, while cranking out superb sound quality at high speed while utilizing vented magnets to blow away bystanders. Finally, the Rockford Fosgate Power 6.5" Speakers For Harley Touring 2014-2022 gets the nod as “honorable mention” for its low profile, direct no-modification fairing and Tour-Pak fitment and weather-resistant construction.
Best Motorcycle Saddlebag Speaker Kits
Turn Your Luggage Into A Rolling Speaker Cabinet
Our staff pick for the best speakers for motorcycle saddlebags is the Rockford Fosgate 6" X 9" Power Saddlebag Audio Kit For Harley Touring. Easily installed thanks to the included cut-out template, hardware and OEM lid compatibility, these 6-by-9-inch speakers directly connect to Rockford Fosgate amps.
For our money, the best value in this category is the Aquatic AV Ultra 6" X 9" Saddlebag Speaker Kit For Harley Touring. The cut-out template makes installation a breeze, but the full waterproofing, UV resistance, RGB lighting and 300w speakers makes this dual set-up a winner. This year’s honorable mention is the Wild Boar By Hogtunes Front Speakers, Lids & 600 Watt Amp Kit For Harley Touring 2014-2022. Everything you need to turn your saddlebags into a booming sound system is here: 200w front speakers, carbon fiber woofer cones, lids that are paint-ready and a direct current-sensing amp that’ll turn itself on or off.
Things to Consider
What to look for when buying motorcycle speakersBefore diving into sound levels and audio quality concerns, compatibility is top priority. Where will these speakers mount? What’s the diameter of your handlebars and do you have a Bluetooth-compatible smartphone or digital music device? Will they fit into a fairing or saddlebag and will they hook up to an existing amplifier? Products that tout plug-and-play installation are likely working with an existing system where the wiring already exists. For fitment, consult the information on our product pages or reach out to the Gear Geek team with questions.
Sound at speed: the battle between price and performance
If your riding is regularly around-town duty, a handlebar-mounted sound bar should suffice. Many of the products we’ve nominated here have been exhaustively tested to perform at highway speeds. The reason this is such a biggie is because a big bore engine at full chat is a very loud thing — upwards of 80 decibels. You need the best motorcycle stereo system to overcome not only the engine, but the wind and road noise. The Rockford Fosgate Power Audio Kit we spotlighted above sports speakers that are “frequency-response tuned to overcome wind, exhaust, and road noise up to 75 mph.” Check out some of the reviews on this kit and you’ll get it straight from RevZilla customers: stellar performance that blows away stock even with a full-face helmet on.
What is motorcycle radio flashing?
Reconfiguring a radio so that it plays nice with your new speaker system is often necessary, and it delivers a rewarding payoff. The stock settings that worked with your pre-upgrade audio components need to be flashed for optimized sound ranges across volume levels. “Can I flash my own Harley-Davidson radio?” is one we hear often. With the right connectors and computer program, yes, but you’re doing so at your own risk. A software upgrade through a computer program, paired with your motorcycle’s ECU, will change the required settings to get the most bass and range out of your new and equalized system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Amplifier: An electronic device that sends improved audio signals from a music source to the speakers, thus driving the speaker’s electromagnetic motor.
Watts: Are a measurement of power output by an amplifier.
Cones: Are the vibrating component that’s activated by the electromagnetic coil, and create sound through back-and-forth pushing of air.
Magnets: Help to create the vibration that powers cones. The magnets, in conjunction with a coil, are used to create an electric signal.
We’ve nominated products here that cost anywhere from a little over $100 to nearly $2,000. The question is what is this upgrade worth to you personally? From a psychological standpoint, listening to music while your ride is going to boost both your concentration and mood. If you’re not in the market for a helmet-mounted headset or earbuds, the best motorcycle sound systems are your final port of call. Soundbars are great for bikes without any stock sound system, while aftermarket speakers within the fairing and/or saddlebag will supply cranking tunes for you — and just about everyone around you — to enjoy.
You can’t do classic rock, modern hip-hop or the Ride of the Valkyries justice with stock speakers. To get finely-tuned mid and high levels with the least amount of loss, it’s important to look at watts and the number of speakers in the set. There’s 1,000w output kits that will certainly change the game, but 300w soundbars can be equally effective in most riding scenarios. If you’ve got decibel readings in the 80s and 90s, that’s a loud motorcycle speaker sure to perform at speed. We think it’s perfectly fine to listen to music while riding a motorcycle — just make sure you’re doing it right with quality components.
Wireless speakers paired with music from your smartphone or other portable source is among the easiest options explored in this article. Mount the speakers to your motorcycle, pair them with your Bluetooth-enabled phone or MP3 player and you’re in business — no need to fuss with wire connections and routing. The only real drawback is that a lone Bluetooth motorcycle speaker won’t produce levels of sound that rise above wind noise.
