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[The Bolvine Gigolo!]

Hey! Guy's  [smiley=nixweiss.gif]
Want to get a hidden antenna, what is everybody using.


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[Boatman]

Most people use the Dakota Digital antenna.  Results vary user to user-some say as good as a whip, others say not.  The only thing I've heard is that when you mount it inside the fairing, it can't touch any metal and it has to be powered 12V..  Others like myself went to NAPA and bought a $5 rubber flexible antenna that works just fine and screws right on.

[The Bolvine Gigolo!]

Thanks Boat !
Thats what I'm using now just thought i'd like to hide it.

[CVOwner]

Dont waste your money or alot of time on the Dakota digital or probably any other for that matter, believe me, not worth the hassle and expense.

[BobD]

Dont waste your money or alot of time on the Dakota digital or probably any other for that matter, believe me, not worth the hassle and expense.

I agree totally. If you're planning to use a digital antenna, you just as well tear up a $100 bill and plan on listening to your CD player. The $5 NAPA rubber antenna is the only way to go. 8-)

[JR]

Don't waste your money or a lot of time on the Dakota digital or probably any other for that matter, believe me, not worth the hassle and expense.

Mike I wouldn't say it's not worth the hassle and expense. I personally got the Tune-trapper ($23 on ebay) and also tried the short $5 rubber flexible antenna. Both were efficient for the cost and appearance. Really no hassle removing front fairing to install, few screws and plug her in. I guess it matters on your area and strength in stations whether it's worth it or not. [smiley=nixweiss.gif]

Personally, I am looking to go to satellite radio myself! That way I can stay on certain stations and not have to hunt to find what I'm looking for. Of course that's when the CD gets action! [smiley=huepfenlol2.gif] Yes, there are better alternatives out there, but it's about your needs and wants and what your pocket book can afford! [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

                                                            JR [smiley=banana.gif]

[CVOwner]

Mike I wouldn't say it's not worth the hassle and expense. I personally got the Tune-trapper ($23 on ebay) and also tried the short $5 rubber flexible antenna. Both were efficient for the cost and appearance. Really no hassle removing front fairing to install, few screws and plug her in. I guess it matters on your area and strength in stations whether it's worth it or not. [smiley=nixweiss.gif]Personally, I am looking to go to satellite radio myself! That way I can stay on certain stations and not have to hunt to find what I'm looking for. Of course that's when the CD gets action! [smiley=huepfenlol2.gif] Yes, there are better alternatives out there, but it's about your needs and wants and what your pocket book can afford! [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]JR [smiley=banana.gif]

Well, I can afford anything I want. But my experience with a fairing antenna wasnt good. Just my opinion of course. All the expense and trouble and a 5 dollar rubber ducky works just as good. Done with that, now, I just got a XM radio from my best half and its the greatest, I have a long commute and I'm listening to anything I want, old time radio, albums, tons of talk, sports, news, weather, I love this thing. I'm  going to get a mount for the bike and use my Ipod, XM or CD's radio sucks, all you ever hear is damn car commercials screamin good credit no credit bad credit. Damn, I couldnt take it anymore.

[SE_ULTRA]

Well, I can afford anything I want.

umm....wanna adopt me?

[JR]

I just got a XM radio from my best half and its the greatest, I have a long commute and I'm listening to anything I want, old time radio, albums, tons of talk, sports, news, weather, I love this thing. I'm

[Twolanerider]

I've got a TuneTrapper inside the fairing.  No separate power source needed.  Not picky about touching metal.  In fact it's strapped down to the two support brackets for it's mounting.  WB radio works fine.  AM works ok too.  FM is ok but with a little loss in longer distance reception.  It's not a great difference though.  Well worth the trade off for losing the rear antenna to me though.

Your results may vary.  Don't take this antenna without consulting your physician.  Follow all label warnings and directions.

[HUBBARD]

Yeah, 'er 'ur, iselbulls,
  Put XM on Ol' Maudie.  Antennae is on top of the Radio, under the fairing.  Very satisfied.  No more commercials, and anything I want to listen to.  It's all Good! [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]Later--HUBBARD

[Twolanerider]

Yeah, 'er 'ur, iselbulls,