XM radio on an Interstate

[superG]

Anyone tied an XM satellite unit into the existing stereo on an Interstate?  If so, could you give an explanation?

[X Ring]

Go here:  http://www.valkyrieforum.com/bbs/index.php/topic,12814.0.html

Marty

[Black Dog]

One thing to try, would be the FM Modulation feature, on your XM Receiver.  The XM I have allows you to 'set' an FM frequency (something that is not used where you are, say 89.7) that will 'broadcast' to the bike radio that is set to the same frequency...  Then, just listen as if it were an FM station, broadcasting over your radio.

Black Dog

[valk2001]

I added a 12 volt outlet to my fairing inside cover and then mounted the XM Roady to the center triple tree cover.  I get power from the 12 volt outlet and then used the auxillary input under the right side cover for the XM output.  I mounted the antenna on top of the radio controls on the left handlebar.  It works great this way.  You just use the stock radio button to switch to the auxillary input and you have the XM output.  The XM modulation will work if you are using the auxillary input for some other sound device.  The only problem with XM modulation is that you must have an empty frequency and as you travel this will change.

[asfltdncr]

The radio frequency stuff is a pita.Look under your right side cover and you'll find a female plug-type connector that is the auxiliary.Run an 1/8 inch male by male communication from connector to xm.It's also cleaner to have an inline power source (hidden from view) for the Roady or what have you rather than the cigarette-style 6v transformer.

[stude31]

Anyone tied an XM satellite unit into the existing stereo on an Interstate?  If so, could you give an explanation?

SuperG.  I have everything you need for sirius radio if you want it.  I had used it for one year and now I don't use it.  Let me dig it out.  If you want give me a call and I can tell you about it.  seven, eight, five, two, two, zero, one, three, zero, eight.  I have the mount for car as well.

[CISE]

Additional note if I may.

I run a SkyFi2/Delphi XM radio on my IS and use the large rain cover available from them, it works well.

However I alos use a Kennedy Bluetooth connection for my phone. It has a Motorlola receiver for the link between phone an IS auio system. My note is that you should NOT mount that adapter on the XM radio. It *WILL* pick up radio noise from the unit & transmit it across the bluetooth connection.

[wd40]

I bought an XM mount that sits on top of the front brake reservoir.
http://store.xmfanstore.com/universal-satellite-radio-holder-for-motorcycles.html
 It accepts a vent-mount for my RoadyXT, and has a small shelf on top to hold the antenna.  A cord is routed under the tank to plug into the accessory port.  Used on one trip and worked well until the small plastic thingy the XM radio snaps into failed from excessive vibration.  Rubber bands saved the day.  Just a heads up for anyone thinking of buying one!  Needs a better, more solid mount method for the radio.