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[Unbalanced]

I was having issues with the XM cuttin in and out and the reception bar going from 1 to 3 to 0 to 3 etc

Took the bike into the dealer for this issue as I had heard there were a few issues with the 09 radios.

They took the bike for a ride and verified what I was telling them.  They then called Tech Services and they were told the new pretty Chrome window strip on our 09 Ultra's is getting in the way of the signal.   

I asked them if we can move the XM antenna down on top of the XM box on top of the radio as that is not in the way and we did (remember to remove the magnets from the bottom of the antenna and leave them on the original mount)

Have about a 100 miles since the simple fix and no more issues.

If you remove the chrome strip the problem also goes away.   Would have thought the MoCo would have field tested something like this.

Side note: paid the 4 dollars a month to get the reprogramming on the bike to now pick up the Sirius Football and Nascar Channels they internally programmed at XM     so my channels 118,119,120 - 124 are now the games.

[SBB]

I was having issues with the XM cuttin in and out and the reception bar going from 1 to 3 to 0 to 3 etc

Took the bike into the dealer for this issue as I had heard there were a few issues with the 09 radios.

They took the bike for a ride and verified what I was telling them.  They then called Tech Services and they were told the new pretty Chrome window strip on our 09 Ultra's is getting in the way of the signal.   

I asked them if we can move the XM antenna down on top of the XM box on top of the radio as that is not in the way and we did (remember to remove the magnets from the bottom of the antenna and leave them on the original mount)

Have about a 100 miles since the simple fix and no more issues.

If you remove the chrome strip the problem also goes away.   Would have thought the MoCo would have field tested something like this.
Side note: paid the 4 dollars a month to get the reprogramming on the bike to now pick up the Sirius Football and Nascar Channels they internally programmed at XM     so my channels 118,119,120 - 124 are now the games.

Would have thought the MoCo would have field tested something like this.

Probably the same guy spose to be checking sidestands.

 

[REGGAB]

Speakin' of XM, has Sirius availability moved along yet?  I have the Sirius machine in the garage tuned to Channel 14 Classic Vinyl,, and they call themselves "Sirius Classic Vinyl XM" or something like that.  Leads me to believe that once Thump comes home, I can add Sirius Channel 14.  Seems like they were saying Sirius channel 14 and XM 46 are the same.  Any truth to that from those who have an operational SEUC  (unlike me)?   

[Unbalanced]

not moved on only select programming like nascar and football and howard stern

[spydglide]

Yeah, XM & Sirius better just merge the two music services w/o charging add'l. fee per month and hope that the existing subscribers don't let their subscriptions lapse......the stock is already selling for pennies and their debt. is going to be hard cover now.......it's going to be 'survival' time for Sirius with the auto sales in the toilet.  JMHO.  spyder

[comfortablynumb]

Probably the same guy spose to be checking sidestands.

 

UH-OH, what'd I miss with the sidestands?

[REGGAB]

UH-OH, what'd I miss with the sidestands?

yer good to go, dude.  that was an 09 challenge that's been addressed.   

[REGGAB]

Yeah, XM & Sirius better just merge the two music services w/o charging add'l. fee per month and hope that the existing subscribers don't let their subscriptions lapse......the stock is already selling for pennies and their debt. is going to be hard cover now.......it's going to be 'survival' time for Sirius with the auto sales in the toilet.  JMHO.  spyder

Yeah, that worries me a little, Spydy.  We have three sets, and love the Sirius stuff, but it is what it is.   

[REGGAB]

not moved on only select programming like nascar and football and howard stern

figures.  hopefully soon. thx. 

[CVOUltra09]

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- What "chrome window strip" are you referring to?

Thanks,
JD

[wenchal]

I have the HD B&S Chrome strip on my 08 and don't have any problems, can't see why the new "Rumble" version would be any different.

[Unbalanced]

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- What "chrome window strip" are you referring to?

Thanks,
JD

The one right below the windshield that is held on by the 3 bolts that also holds the fairing in place.

[Gamma742]

Whenever I drive near trees mine cuts out..

Should I split the fairing and move it like you suggest or is that normal for XM to lose the signal in the trees?

[spydglide]

Whenever I drive near trees mine cuts out..

Should I split the fairing and move it like you suggest or is that normal for XM to lose the signal in the trees?

My XM antenna is under the fairing and I get better reception than I did when it was mounted on the GPS above the dash.  But, it still cuts out if there are a lot of overhanging trees or tunnels or tall buildings blocking the signal.  spyder

[MontyB]

Whenever I drive near trees mine cuts out..

Should I split the fairing and move it like you suggest or is that normal for XM to lose the signal in the trees?

I've had satellite radios on my bikes for the last 3 or 4 years - the XM on my 09 SEUC does cut out more often than other (Sirius) unit I used previously. The Sirius radio was self-mounted and had an exposed antenna (mounted it on the tourpak behind the seatback)  That being said it is normal for satellite radio to lose signal when in heavy trees, under bridges, etc as it is line-of-sight signal. (Sort of like losing your home satellite TV service in a heavy rain)

Many satellite radios have a built-in way to build up and store signal so you don't notice this effect as much.  Unfortunately the unit used by the MoCo doesn't seem to have much signal storage built in.  

If you are happy with the radio most of the time then re-locating the antenna is probably more trouble than its worth.  Of course, the other solution is to move north a bit.  Here in VA there's no leaves this time of year to interfere with radio reception.<grin>

cheers

[REGGAB]

On occasion my XM will cut out, but it doesn't happen that often.  Probably doesn't bother me because I don't use it alot.  Most of the time the radio is in "AUX" mode for the Zumo, and I'm listening to what happens to be on the MP3.......or it's off.

Once XM adds Sirius Channel 14, I'm certain it'll get more use............and I'll likely notice that which is being discussed here.

[RedDevil]

I was having issues with the XM cuttin in and out and the reception bar going from 1 to 3 to 0 to 3 etc

Took the bike into the dealer for this issue as I had heard there were a few issues with the 09 radios.

They took the bike for a ride and verified what I was telling them.  They then called Tech Services and they were told the new pretty Chrome window strip on our 09 Ultra's is getting in the way of the signal.   

I asked them if we can move the XM antenna down on top of the XM box on top of the radio as that is not in the way and we did (remember to remove the magnets from the bottom of the antenna and leave them on the original mount)

Have about a 100 miles since the simple fix and no more issues.

If you remove the chrome strip the problem also goes away.   Would have thought the MoCo would have field tested something like this.

Side note: paid the 4 dollars a month to get the reprogramming on the bike to now pick up the Sirius Football and Nascar Channels they internally programmed at XM     so my channels 118,119,120 - 124 are now the games.

I'm not going to say the MoCo is full of BS on that issue, but they're full of BS.  The chrome strip has nothing to do with it.  I've had the windshield strip on my 07 SEUC and have no problems with reception, other then when I get under heavy foliage or go under bridges.  The key is location.  The antenna put on top of the radio in the fairing is not the optimal spot for it.  You will get blockage of the antenna depending on what direction you are driving and the antenna gets blocked from the satellite.   The actual optimal position would either be on the dash pad or the top of the tour pack.  Either place will give you better reception.  But the chrome windshield strip causing the issue...BS.  JMO.

 

[RedDevil]

On occasion my XM will cut out, but it doesn't happen that often.  Probably doesn't bother me because I don't use it alot.  Most of the time the radio is in "AUX" mode for the Zumo, and I'm listening to what happens to be on the MP3.......or it's off.

Once XM adds Sirius Channel 14, I'm certain it'll get more use............and I'll likely notice that which is being discussed here.

Henry, go to the XM website and look at the new channel alignment.  They have taken some of the Sirius stations, besides the one they charge $4 /mo extra for, to the basic XM lineup and vice versa.  You can go to their website and see what the new channel lineup looks like.  I think Classic Vinyl was one of the ones brought over to XM, but I'm not positive.   I like channel 49 "Top Tracks".

   

[REGGAB]

Henry, go to the XM website and look at the new channel alignment.  They have taken some of the Sirius stations, besides the one they charge $4 /mo extra for, to the basic XM lineup and vice versa.  You can go to their website and see what the new channel lineup looks like.  I think Classic Vinyl was one of the ones brought over to XM, but I'm not positive.   I like channel 49 "Top Tracks".

   

OK, this is pretty friggin' cool!  I thought they had blended based on messages on my Sirius rigs.  Sirius Channel 14 is also XM Channel 46.  Too Kewl!  Got everything I need now, without paying an extra $4.  Thanks for the "heads-up" Charlie."  Can't find this out on the bike.........well, you know!     It's gonna be like Christmas when she comes home.  New motor, new transmission, more effective primary gearing, new clutch, new starter, tightened up backside, and Sirius Channel 14.  Couldn't ask for much better.......and it might be Christmas.......literally.   

Wonder should I go ahead and put a chain secondary on her now?   

[mr_magoo]

Or my favorite new station 57 Grateful Dead all the time.

[REGGAB]

Or my favorite new station 57 Grateful Dead all the time.

That would be a refreshing departure from the norm..........Yes?