How to get rid of static noise in my sound system ?

[Aquaman]

I have a 99 Standard with a Cycle Sound system with an amp. & 2 handlebar speakers. I bought a USB power port phone charger on ebay from Hong Kong to charge my I Phone but it caused some static. It was recommended by a buddy to try a cigarette lighter charger but that was even worse !  Any remedies to get rid of that annoying noise ?   Thanks

[old2soon]

This may or may not help. When I was driving truck and we got noise in the C B radios we mounted an electrical filter-not sure if that's what you call it-to the altenator. I THINK the I/Ss have this built in BECAUSE of their built in radio system. RIDE SAFE.

[MP]

Yep.   The IS comes with a filter on the alternator, the std does not have one.  You need to put one on the output of the alt, as close to, or on, the alt. as possible.

MP

[Aquaman]

Thanks guy's. Any ideas on where to get one ?   

[jimmytee]

I don't have any issues with noise/static/hum from my audio on my standard. I have a Kenwood head unit , Kenwood amp. I also have a docking station for my Motorola Razr smart phone,that I sometimes use to stream pandora or Iheart radio. The docking station plugs into a cigarette style power port. All electric supplies go through a power distribution from Fuzeblock, which also is supplying power to my lightbar and LED lighting. I recently added the Fuzeblock, before that all my power feeds went through inline fuses,through individual relays from the battery, and no noise either. I think the Kenwood pieces have some noise filtering built in, but you can find noise filters in most car audio departments. I've had limited success with these in the past, but it would be worth the try. Make sure your connections are good. Here are some options.

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_003S25A/American-International-S-25A.html?tp=61807&awkw=62361281425&awat=pla&awnw=g&awcr=33885414385&awdv=c

http://www.ebay.com/bhp/engine-noise-filter

http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=26707286&utm_source=GooglePLA&utm_medium=pla&utm_term=55065746&gclid=CLiE3PHhkr4CFUne7AodBgcAAA&gclsrc=ds

Here is a video describing conquering noise
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbv9PUC0xPk

Good luck.  

[Paxton]

I have the same problem with my Wing. The Honda dealer recommended that I service the antenna.
Remove the calcium build up and lubricate it.

I have not seen my I/S for almost a year and I can't recall the kind of antenna it has, as compared to my '97 Wing's.
The wing's antenna is made to pull up and bend to prevent damage to the bike cover.
That is the area, said the dealer, where the cleaning needs to be done.

No. I have not try it.

[Troystg]

If it is a steady hiss type noise check the gains of the system..  Source device should NOT be at full volume..  Usually three quarters is best.



If it is a hum or buzz it could be a ground loop.


If it is a whine that is throttle related it is alternator whine and a power filter is the best fix.. 


Good ground is critical for audio...

[Louis Durocher]

You need a condenser between the positive post of the aleternator abd the ground on the body. That's it

[Bone]

My home-made system has 2 handlebar speakers, MP3 player and amp. The amp has a ajustable filter knob with a 3 position (H-off-L) switch.
I get static through the speakers with the MP3 player off. If I set the amp filter switch to Low and dial the knob way down it filters the noise. The volume has to be increased then to compensate for the filter.

[pancho]

If it is a steady hiss type noise check the gains of the system..  Source device should NOT be at full volume..  Usually three quarters is best.



If it is a hum or buzz it could be a ground loop.


If it is a whine that is throttle related it is alternator whine and a power filter is the best fix.. 


Good ground is critical for audio...

Sounds like you are well versed in vehicle installation of audio electronics.

[Bagger John - #3785]

You need a condenser between the positive post of the aleternator abd the ground on the body. That's it

Go to a parts fiche that shows an 88-00 GL1500 'Wing. Look at the alternator area and you'll find the Honda OEM P/N for the condensor.

I'll update this thread later with a P/N for the radiator fan motor noise filter and with a J&M P/N for a ground-loop isolator.  You may need all three.

[Aquaman]

Went out  & bought a Pyramid NS12 & it did nothing. I'm getting more of a popping, chirping, squealing,squawking type of sound, & the longer it's plugged in the more pronounced it gets. What & where can I get this condenser of which you speak. And Bagger John, I will appreciate an update when you get around to it. Thanks one & all.

[jimmytee]

I still think it has more to do with your electronics and or electrical connections. I have no such noises from my Standard alternator.

[Bone]

Talked with a guy yesterday that said to try and keep your speaker wires away from ignition wires and components. Next time I raise or remove the gas tank I'm going to look over my installation. My amp also has a filter the power supply goes through before the amp.