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[dm930]

Don't remind me!

[harleyrules]

I have my phone mounted on my handlebar. Yes it uses data but I have unlimited plan.

[Para Bellum]

I have my phone mounted on my handlebar. Yes it uses data but I have unlimited plan.

If you head out West, like to Sturgis, etc., don't count on being able to stream through your phone---lots of wide-open areas that don't have cell/data service.  Found many places where only thing that works is text.  That's where I really use XM a lot.

If you want to save money on XM service, phone them and tell 'em you want to cancel.  They will start making offers that get better and better...like $30 for 6 months.  Works great when you can't ride year-round.   

[Bobs14Limited]

For those having XM reception issues, and who doesn't, Harley has come out with a new updated XM antenna. My dealer got me the updated antenna and even with it mounted in the same location as it comes (under the batwing) from the factory, the reception is vastly improved on my bike. The antenna is about double the size of the old part #. New part # is the same as the old but adds an A on the end.

[dm930]

For those having XM reception issues, and who doesn't, Harley has come out with a new updated XM antenna. My dealer got me the updated antenna and even with it mounted in the same location as it comes (under the batwing) from the factory, the reception is vastly improved on my bike. The antenna is about double the size of the old part #. New part # is the same as the old but adds an A on the end.

I assume you had to purchase the antenna?
If so, what is the cost?
And how easy is it to replace the old one with this one?

Thanks for the great update.  I suspect many will opt for this myself included.

[mjb765]

I assume you had to purchase the antenna?
If so, what is the cost?
And how easy is it to replace the old one with this one?

Thanks for the great update.  I suspect many will opt for this myself included.

Pull the outer fairing and swap the antenna....less than 1/2 hour

[dm930]

I just read on the HD Forum, if you still have factory warranty remaining, they will replace it at no charge.  Need to obviously tell them of the terrible reception and cutting in and out etc...
Can anyone confirm this to be accurate info?

[mjb765]

The antenna is $64 at a online discount dealer.....for that price I would do it myself. It's not worth the wait and the aggravation of going to the dealer......now if it was going in for something else that was under warranty and I was there already then that's another story.

[dm930]

The antenna is $64 at a online discount dealer.....for that price I would do it myself. It's not worth the wait and the aggravation of going to the dealer......now if it was going in for something else that was under warranty and I was there already then that's another story.

I kind of agree, Mike.  I am juggling with the idea of bringing it to Suffolk Harley at the 1000 mile service to do all at the same time, unless I do the service myself.
Which discount dealer do you use online Mike?

[mjb765]

I kind of agree, Mike.  I am juggling with the idea of bringing it to Suffolk Harley at the 1000 mile service to do all at the same time, unless I do the service myself.
Which discount dealer do you use online Mike?

Either http://www.boardtrackerharleyonline.com/ or http://surdyke.com/

It goes back and forth on who is cheaper. There are a few others that I can't think of right now. I'm sure someone will chime in with more.

[Bobs14Limited]

I assume you had to purchase the antenna?
If so, what is the cost?
And how easy is it to replace the old one with this one?

Thanks for the great update.  I suspect many will opt for this myself included.

My bike was out of warranty but the general manager gave me the updated antenna under goodwill. But I suspect anyone without the warranty will have to purchase the antenna. It's an easy changeover. Just remove the batwing, unplug antenna connection and replace with new antenna.


New antenna below.

[dm930]

My dealer will order mine under warranty luckily.
Almost thinking of doing it myself, though.  It's simple enough.

Thanks for the good info.  Glad your dealer was able to good will it.

[CJB2011]

I have a 2011 Ultra CVO Road Glide. Would I have to do the same thing to get my XM to work??

[fastfreddy]

ask dealer here in omaha about fixing me up with the new antenna...no problem, call ya when it comes in 

[dm930]

So my antenna arrived at the dealer.  Went down and they were able to install it in minutes without an appointment even.  Activated the SiriusXM radio and I must say, reception seems pretty good.
Anyone know if that antenna covers both Satellite radio and FM/AM as well?