Motorcycle Antenna

Looking at the sirius S50, but not committed to it.

Most bikes that come with factory radios run the antenna(s) alongside the top box or attached to the luggage rack. You could also mount an antenna base to your windshield mounting brackets and run the antenna up the inside of the windshield. All you really need is a flat bracket bolted to a grounded piece of the frame.

Willy-um... Don't be so quick to judge. Even your precious Harley-Davidson company builds motorcycles with factory installed radios.

2006-02-15 14:57:23 by joniron111

antenna for motorcycle

http://www.motorcycleridersclubofamerica .com/

I got something in the mail from them yesterday. Apparently for $1 a month, you have access to their website, can test motorcycle gear and keep it after filling out a report on it, win prizes, get a magazine, get gas rebates, discounts on tools, parts and services, preview books and dvds, etc.

My antenna are humming with suspicion - where's the catch? Does anyone out here belong to this? Is it as good as it sounds or do they bite you in the ass somewhere along the line?

It bears looking into.
I have heard of these types of programs many times.
Mostly handyman (tools) and outdoor stuff.
It's not always easy to get into the product review. You will get to keep it, but you have to actually use it and write a review for them. Keeping the product is the pay you get for the test and review.

The only thing that I find concerning is that their website is hosted by someone else.

2007-08-16 07:24:38 by RuneAmok

Price: $9.00 $3.07

Like the motorcycle or race intercoms, except between two separate vehicles, preferably with mountable antenna for range. Anyone know where I can buy one?
Honestly, I've thought about a CB, and that's my least favorite option, just due to the fact that it's more mainstream, and the problems with VOX. I'm looking for something with voice activation, decent range (1.5-2 miles) and not a huge investment ($1000 or less for a two car setup).

just get nextel or go to helmet shop .com

2008-07-05 13:21:49 by Joshua E

"Shorty" whip style for off-road vehicles and street customers
Base-mounted lading coil for superior performance
Flixible-rubber 16" mast
Can be used on cars, boats, or motorcycles
High-efficiency, low-loss 50" lead-in-cable

My Kawasaki motorcycle has a radio with five components: removable faceplate with control knobs, radio tuner, amplifier, low filter and antenna. The tuner was faulty, so I replaced it and the faceplate with NOS items. Now that the radio is working, I'm getting ignition noise. I connected a different antenna without any improvement. I've checked the ignition system there's no loose connections or faulting wiring. I have new 8mm resistor plug wires as well as the OEM resistor caps which check out ok as well. The only thing left (I think) is the amplifier and low filter.

Anyone have any ideas of what the problem may be?
Thanks!
Additional: The old tuner would work intermittently and less so as time went by. The different components of the sound system are separate and easily replaced. I have sometimes gotten some static or noise when going over a sharp bump, so it certainly may be the ground. Thanks a lot!

First off, you said you replaced the tuner. Did you do this yourself or did you have it professionally done? Yes, a faulty ground will cause noise, but Im not sure that is what it is; you have an amp also and you said your tuner was faulty, how was it faulty? Check the wiring (grounds) and make sure they are secure. Next I would look into getting a filter for you supply line to the amp and tuner. They are not very expensive and you can just put them in line with the 12V line going to the tuner and the amp. It is basically a coil and a resistor. check into it...good luck...

2009-07-22 20:03:49 by bikinkawboy

1. Lisa is a single working mother with one child. The following is a breakdown of her expenses for this month:

rent $800
electricity $50
natural gas $25
home phone $25
satellite TV $100
car payment (daily use) $200
motorcycle payment (recreational use) $200
cell phone: (including overages) $100
credit card payments $200
child care (so she can work) $400
baby-sitting (so she can go clubbing or biking on weekends) $200
groceries $300
restaurants $200
clubbing (cover charges, drinks, etc.) $150

Assuming these are Lisa’s only expenditures, calculate her total expenses for the month. (1 point)
$2950
$2000
$950
$1200
2. Assuming these are Lisa’s only expenditures, calculate her discretionary expenditures for the month. (1 point)
$1750
$750
$1200
$950
3. Assuming these are Lisa’s only expenditures, calculate her monthly fixed expenses. (1 point)
$1800
$2950
$2000
$2100
4. Which of the following may be a discretionary expense that is not included on Lisa’s list? (1 point)
gasoline (to and from work)
gasoline (weekend motorcycle trips)
comprehensive car insurance
medical insurance
5. The following is a breakdown of Lisa’s income for the month:

gross salary $2500
net salary $2000
possible bonus from work $500
child support $800

What is Lisa’s current monthly income? (1 point)
$2500
$2000
$2800
$3300
6. Based on Lisa’s monthly income and the expense report given above, we can say that Lisa is living (1 point)
within her means
in the red
in poverty
with a surplus
7. Which of the following is a realistic strategy that would help Lisa to balance her budget? (1 point)
Pay the minimum balance on her credit cards instead of the monthly interest.
Negotiate a lower rent payment with her landlord.
Switch from satellite TV to basic cable (which is cheaper), or local television via antenna (which is free).
Buy fewer groceries and eat out more instead.
8. Based on her current spending habits and income, which of the following is true of Lisa’s financial situation? (1 point)
in an average month, she has only about $200 to put into savings
in an average month, she has only about $50 to put into savings
in an average month, she has no money to put into savings, and is going deeper into debt each month
in an average month, she has no money to put into savings, but she at least breaks even
9. Lisa is considering replacing her living room set with a new one. The furniture store is offering a zero down, zero interest financing plan. Which of the following is likely true? (1 point)
if she makes the purchase, this would be considered “discretionary spending”
if she makes the purchase, she will not have to make a down payment or pay interest as long as she makes all of her payments on time
if she makes the purchase but fails to make even a single payment on time, the furniture store will likely require her to pay interest for the entire length of the loan
all of the above
10. “Living within your means” means: (1 point)
spending only as much money as you earn every month
having a comfortable amount of savings left over after fixed expenses and discretionary income
planning fixed and discretionary income based on your current income plus potential income, such as a bonus or inheritance, that you expect to receive soon
all of the above

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2008-12-16 05:50:50 by mysteryman