SkyFi2 Hookup Help.......

[surfran]

Anyone hook up the SkiFy2 unit? I have my fairings off the front and the stingray loose, but was wondering before I continue any further if there is going to be an input I can hooke the Skyfi2 line output into on the radio. My unit doesn't have the comms system, only the cassette player and 6 disk changer in the rear.

The SkyFi2 has a built in FM modulator, but if I can hardwire it in I expect the sound would be better. I haven't totally decided on power yet either. I may add a cigarette lighter plug or I may purchase the direct wire 6V converter for the Roady2.

I plan on getting the mount for the left handlebar clutch reservoir.

Any other hints or tips would be welcome as well.

Thanks,

Randy

[meese]

The LT radios with the single CD player (not cassette player) have an Aux-In port, though you have to get the adapter cable. I think your 2000 came with a cassette player, so that isn't an option.

So your choices are:

1) Use a cassette adapter. Cheap with varying sound quality.

2) Use an FM modulator. Also cheap with varying sound quality, and difficulties with over-bleed in large metropolitan areas.

3) Use a CD interface unit. There are two or three versions available. Basically, this device fools the radio into thinking it is getting valid CD changer signals, but also gives you a standard input. Some versions replace the CD changer, while some keep the CD changer and give you one or two extra inputs. I know Blitzsafe makes a compatible unit, as does Soundgate. Search through this forum and see what comes up.

Hope that helps.

[wcarter]

I installed a SkiFi2 on my '99 LT, mounted with a radio accessory arm on a BMR CoPilot shelf. I'm not aware of a direct audio input on the stingray. You could use a cassette adaptor, or the wireless modulator, but that doesn't address the power question.

I went with a hardwired FM modulator for two reasons. First, many report poor results with the wireless modulator. Secondly, the hardwired modulator will power the XM radio from your auto/bike electrical system. You have to use something to convert the bike's 12v system to the 6v input for the XM radio anyway.

The modulator is powered from the map light using spade connector splitters. The modulator "box" sits beside the windshield control arm. I set the modulator to an unused frequency, and saved the frequency in my radio memory. My stock radio works normally until I power up the SkiFi2, which activates the modulator and blocks the FM antenna. I like the way the wiring is pretty much out of sight.

I'm thinking about adding a Garmin 2730, and using its built-in XM receiver to de-clutter my shelf somewhat. Until then, I'll stay with the SkiFi2.

I just saw Ken's reply. I didn't think of the CD interface for the XM radio. My CD changer broke, so I threw it away and added an IceLink to connect an iPod.

[surfran]

Well thanks for the replies guys. I went ahead and tore the stingray the rest of the way out and disassembled the cassette player. Your correct nothing there. I think I will just use the FM transmitter that is built in since I am not in a large metro area and go from there to see how it works. If I have problems I can always tear things back apart.

Randy

[KayGee]

I didn't install it myself (I don't do tools) but my dealer installed my SkyFi2 using the hard wired FM modulator from Cycle Gadgets. It has an audio in jack that allows you to turn off the internal FM modulator on the XM unit for better sound and no interference.

http://www.cyclegadgets.com/images/DEL-SA50003_thumb.jpg