Kuryakyn RoadThunder Speaker Pods User manual

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DPF-MRK-003 REV A 4/22/16
ROADTHUNDER SPEAKER PODS BY MTX, SATIN BLACK 2711
866 277 9598 | [e-mail]
454 COUNTY ROAD VV SOMERSET, WI 54025
KURYAKYN.COM
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Protect yourself and others from possible injury and property damage or loss. Pay close attention to all instructions, warnings, cautions, and notices regarding the installation, use, and care of this product.
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DAMAGE THE PRODUCT ITSELF OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH IT IS BEING ATTACHED.
ENSURE THAT THE FOLLOWING PARTS HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN THE KIT:
13” Speaker POD 4M8 Internal Tooth Lock Washer
13” Amp Speaker POD 2Assembly: 1” Handlebar Clamp
1Wire Harness 2Clamp Shim, 1100-O Alum, For 7/8” Bars
1T-Tap Quick Connect Female
2M8-1-1/4 X 45 Cap Screw 110 Amp Mini Fuse
4Cable Ties
YOU WILL ALSO NEED:
Metric Hex, Allen wrenches, Pliers
THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION. ENSURE THE END USER RECEIVES THIS COPY AND IS AWARE
OF ITS IMPORTANCE FOR FUTURE USE.
WHEN CONNECTING POWER AND GROUND WIRES ENSURE THAT THE RED POWER WIRE IS FUSED AT THE POINT WHERE IT IS
CONNECTED TO THE VEHICLE’S BATTERY. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE IF A SHORT CIRCUIT DEVELOPS
BETWEEN THE VEHICLE CONNECTION POINT AND THE PRODUCT.

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302711
DPF-MRK-003 REV A 4/22/16
ROADTHUNDER SPEAKER PODS BY MTX, SATIN BLACK 2711
866 277 9598 | [e-mail]
454 COUNTY ROAD VV SOMERSET, WI 54025
KURYAKYN.COM
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Kuryakyn RoadThunder Speaker Pods by MTX that are designed to work with most Bluetooth enabled devices including
iPhone® and Android® smartphones and tablets. This easy to install and use, all in one unit is capable of transforming your Bluetooth enabled mobile
device into the center of your vehicle’s audio system. Designed to mount on any motorcycle handle bars with a 7/8” or 1” diameter. Congratulations
and enjoy the ultimate audio experience!
FEATURE S
3” SPEAKER PODS SPECS:
• High-impact ABS enclosures in chrome or satin black finish
• Low current draw: 5 amps
• Overall height when mounted is 4.8”
• Includes 3.5 mm input and output connectors
• 1-1/4” handlebar clamp mount available separately, P/N 1468 Chrome, 2792 Satin Black
• 100W Peak Music Power
INSTALLATION
The RoadThunder Speaker Pods can be used with any 12-volt battery and can be mounted to
a variety of bars using the included hardware. Mount the speakers where they have sufficient
clearance, position the speakers so the speakers are directly at the rider.
MOUNT BRACKETS TO HANDLEBAR FIRST, THEN INSTALL SPEAKER PODS
STEP 1 Determine the diameter of the handlebar and use either the 7/8” Adaptor with 1” Bracket or just
the 1” Bracket
Note: If you have a 1-1/4” diameter handlebar you can purchase that part separately on our
website.
STEP 2 Install brackets on handlebars where Sound Bars do not obstruct the riders view. Use hardware
that is included with the brackets.
STEP 3 Once brackets are installed, add the Speaker Pods with the hardware provided:
A) Add the 3” Amp Speaker POD to the left side of rider’s perspective & 3” Speaker POD to the
right side of rider
Use one of the M8 1-1/4” x 45 Cap Screw provided on each bracket along with two M8 internal
Tooth Lock Washers add to top and bottom surface of bracket, do the same on other bracket.
STEP 4 Adjust the speaker pods so the speakers are directed at the rider’s head. To adjust and align
the logo on the Speaker Pods mesh screen there is a very small pin size hole located at the
bottom of the front ring. Use a small pin or paper clip, press in, and turn the ring. Rotate trim
counterclockwise to removed trim ring. Once the ring has been removed, adjust the mesh
screen accordingly, then reinstall. Make sure all screws are securely fastened and tightened.
STEP 5 Connect Speaker Pods to the Wire Harness.
TWO PRONG
CONNECTING OF THE SPEAKER PODS
THREE PRONG
CONNECTING OF THE HARNESS

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DPF-MRK-003 REV A 4/22/16
ROADTHUNDER SPEAKER PODS BY MTX, SATIN BLACK 2711
866 277 9598 | [e-mail]
454 COUNTY ROAD VV SOMERSET, WI 54025
KURYAKYN.COM
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Route all harness wires through the bike’s frame to the battery and proceed to the next steps in
power connection.
POWER CONNECTION
SPEAKER PODS WIRE HARNESS CONNECTION
STEP 1 Connect the Red wire (with the in-line fuse) power wire from the wire harness to the positive
terminal on the battery. The Black wire is a ground wire and needs to be attached to the
negative terminal on the battery.
Note: Route and secure the wiring away from any moving parts, pinch points or extreme heat.
Keep the included fuse off the fuse holder until all wiring connection have been made and
secured.
STEP 2 Use the included T-Tap Quick Connect Female connector and install directly onto the ACC/Key
ignition wire on the motorcycle using a pair of pliers. Then once the T-Tap female connector is
installed connect the Orange wire with red male connector onto this T-Tap female connector.
Note: Route and secure the wiring away from any moving parts, pinch points or extreme heat.
Note: Place the included fuse in the fuse holder when all wires are connected and secured.
AUDIO CONNECTION
DIRECT CONNECTION FROM AUDIO SOURCE
STEP 1 Use the included 3.5mm male connector on the Speaker Pods and connect directly to an audio
source.
Note: Please note with this type of connection, the audio source will control the volume of the
pods.
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3” AMP
SPEAKER POD
3” SPEAKER
POD
WIRE HARNESS

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DPF-MRK-003 REV A 4/22/16
ROADTHUNDER SPEAKER PODS BY MTX, SATIN BLACK 2711
866 277 9598 | [e-mail]
454 COUNTY ROAD VV SOMERSET, WI 54025
KURYAKYN.COM
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AUDIO OUTPUT ON SPEAKER PODS
The 3.5mm audio output on the Speaker Pods can be connected to a second Speaker Pods
system or any other audio device.
If connected to a second Speaker Pods system, the second set of powered pods will be
controlled by the volume setting of the connected audio source. Both sets of Speaker Pods will
play at the same volume.
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DPF-MRK-003 REV A 4/22/16
ROADTHUNDER SPEAKER PODS BY MTX, SATIN BLACK 2711
866 277 9598 | [e-mail]
454 COUNTY ROAD VV SOMERSET, WI 54025
KURYAKYN.COM
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, this is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the one to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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improper handling, packaging or return shipping by the customer, will not be eligible for exchange, refund or warranty consideration. All returned electrical items will be
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