Rhythm on the Road

Riding on two wheels has been synonymous with freedom for decades — the ability to turn any journey into an adventure. The exhilaration comes from the feel, the wind hitting your face, the fresh air as you ride, and the unmistakable rumble of a V-twin engine, all parts of the allure of riding a motorcycle. What could be better? Adding an all-out concert experience to accompany you as you rip down the open road, a full-volume soundtrack to enhance your journey, can fill that bill.

The biggest obstacle riders face is hearing the music when their bike is running. Cars and trucks are equipped with large dashboards and surfaces that reflect sound waves, but motorcycles are open-air. Because of this, big power and meticulously engineered amplifiers and speakers are needed to overcome the immediate standard noise a bike produces. Another problem is that most audio systems on the market use automotive-grade technology and materials — they are not engineered specifically to resist the elements and can’t reliably perform in harsh conditions.

Rockford Fosgate is Purpose Built ™ and has enhanced reliable on-road audio experiences for customers since 1980, especially for those who ride 1998 or newer Harley-Davidson motorcycles like the Road Glide®, Street Glide®, CVO, and Ultra. Rockford Fosgate doesn’t simply install car speakers and call it good enough. Instead, the audio magnate elevates the experience by taking a purpose-built approach to designing speakers and amplifiers for motorcycles that stand up against dust, rain, and ultraviolet exposure. The Element Ready™ approach features meticulously tuned plug-and-play systems that overcome harsh wind, road, and exhaust noise, allowing riders to not just hear the music, but experience it as if they were center stage.

“As motorcycle platforms advance, we continue to push the boundaries of on-road audio. Our real-world approach, combined with cutting-edge innovation, demonstrates our unwavering commitment to enhancing the two-wheel experience,” says Rockford Fosgate President Zach Luke, adding, “Customer satisfaction drives us, excellence is our standard, and our purpose-built product is proof of our devotion.”

Rockford Fosgate motorcycle audio is available through authorized retailers allowing you to seamlessly update your 1998-2023 Harley-Davidson Street Glide or Road Glide with components and full system solutions. In 2021, Harley-Davidson partnered with Rockford Fosgate to equip its Grand American Touring platforms — including the recently released Low Rider ST cruiser — with high-performance audio, allowing riders to purchase a factory-equipped audio system straight from the dealership, providing full throttle output right off the showroom floor. If you’re in the market to add audio to your Harley-Davidson or looking for a new factory-equipped Road Glide or Street Glide, check out Rockford Fosgate and feel first-hand what it’s like to experience best-in-class motorcycle audio.