Rockford Fosgate TMS69BL9813 Power Series 6"x9" 2-way Speaker Audio Kit For 1998-2013 Harley-Davidson® Motorcycles with Hardshell Bag Lids
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What's Inside?
- • (2) 6"x9" Power Series Harley-Davidson® Motorcycles with Hardshell Bag Lids
- • (2) Speaker Grilles
- • (2) 6"x9" Basket Protectors
- • (2) Mounting Rings
- • (2) Cutting Templates
- • (16) Mounting Screws
- • (1) Main Harness
- • (2) Saddlebag Harnesses
- • Plastic Wire Tie Wraps
- • Plastic Cable Tie Mounts
- • Owner's Manual
Built Tough, Tuned Loud, and Ready for the Elements
This system is made to handle real-world abuse while still sounding clean at high volume. The weather resistant construction with a Santoprene front isolation spider helps protect the internals from moisture and harsh conditions while keeping sound performance consistent. Inside, Klippel Verified motor optimization ensures accurate voice coil alignment and reduced distortion even when pushed hard. It is also CEA-2031 compliant for continuous power handling, so it stays reliable on long rides. With VAST cone technology and a Santoprene surround increasing effective cone area, you get louder, more efficient output that cuts through wind and road noise without losing clarity.
Factory Clean Install That Sounds Anything But Stock
The Rockford Fosgate TMS69BL9813 is built for riders who want serious sound without turning their bike or off-road setup into a messy project. The integrated saddlebag mounting system uses precision templates and a sandwich style bracket design, letting you mount the speakers cleanly through the saddlebag lid for a tight, factory style finish. On top of that, the direct amplifier wiring integration with plug and play harnesses makes setup way easier, especially when paired with compatible Rockford Fosgate compact amps, so you spend less time wiring and more time riding.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- • Why Do My TMS69BL9813 Speakers Sound Weak With the Factory Audio System?
The speakers are rated for 100W RMS, so the available factory amplifier power and tuning can affect their overall output. If they sound underpowered, verify the amplifier capability and gain settings before replacing the speakers.
- • Why Won’t the Speaker Kit Fit My Fiberglass Saddlebag Lids?
The TMS69BL9813 kit is designed for compatible Harley-Davidson bag lids and is specifically listed as not compatible with fiberglass lids. Confirm the lid material and motorcycle fitment before cutting or modifying the bags.
- • Why Do My Bags Rattle After Installing the 6×9 Speakers?
The additional bass and vibration can expose loose bag hardware, trim pieces, or mounting surfaces. Check the speaker adapters, lid hardware, and surrounding panels for movement before increasing amplifier output.
- • Why Is There a Buzzing Sound When I Close the Saddlebag?
A trapped wire, loose harness, or contact between the speaker assembly and bag components can create vibration or buzzing. Inspect the wiring path and make sure nothing is touching the speaker cone or rear of the basket.
- • Why Does My Speaker Magnet Get Hot Inside the Saddlebag?
The magnet can become warm during extended operation, and Rockford specifically provides an installation advisory concerning clearance around the rear of the TMS69 speaker. Later kits include speaker protectors that help prevent luggage from contacting the speaker.
- • Why Does My TMS69BL9813 Installation Need Extra Modification on a CVO Model?
Although the kit fits certain 1998–2013 Touring applications, Rockford's fitment information states that CVO and Screaming Eagle models are not completely plug-and-play and may require modification. Verify the exact motorcycle configuration before installation.
- • Why Do the Rear Speakers Work but Sound Different From the Fairing Speakers?
The bag-lid speakers and front fairing speakers operate in different acoustic locations, so their tonal balance can vary considerably. One verified buyer specifically reported that the TMS69BL9813 installation provided deeper bass compared with the existing fairing speakers.
- • Why Does My TMS69BL9813 Have Distortion When I Turn the Volume Up?
Distortion at higher volume can result from amplifier clipping, excessive gain, or insufficient clean power. The TMS69 speakers are rated at 100W RMS, so amplifier tuning should be matched to the speaker's continuous power capability rather than simply maximizing volume.
- • Why Isn't My Tour-Pak Speaker Installation Completely Plug-and-Play?
The TMS69BL9813 kit itself is designed around specific Harley-Davidson bag-lid applications, but Rockford notes that Tour-Pak speakers are not 100% plug-and-play and may require a specific wiring workaround.
- • Why Did My Speakers Stop Working After I Added More Audio Equipment?
Adding another amplifier, interface, or speaker kit can introduce gain, wiring, or signal-routing problems. Check the amplifier connections, speaker polarity, signal path, and power/ground connections rather than assuming the TMS69BL9813 speakers failed. Real-world audio owners commonly encounter major sound changes after modifying factory systems because of integration and tuning issues.
Features:
- Integrated Saddlebag Mounting System: Utilizes precision templates and a sandwich-style bracket design that securely mounts the speaker through the saddlebag lid for a clean and stable factory-style installation.
- Direct Amplifier Wiring Integration: Includes pre-configured harnesses designed for plug-and-play connection to compatible Rockford Fosgate compact amplifiers, simplifying system setup and reducing installation complexity.
- Weather-Resistant Speaker Construction: Built with a Santoprene front isolation spider that helps protect internal components from moisture and environmental exposure while maintaining consistent acoustic performance.
- Advanced Motor Optimization Technology: Klippel Verified engineering ensures optimized motor structure, voice coil alignment, and suspension behavior for reduced distortion and improved sound accuracy under high-output conditions.
- Continuous Power Handling Certification: Designed in compliance with CEA-2031 standards, ensuring reliable and sustained power handling capability for real-world continuous audio performance.
- Enhanced Cone Efficiency Design: Incorporates VAST (Vertical Attach Surround Technique) with Santoprene rubber surround to increase effective cone area, delivering stronger and more efficient sound output.
Specifications:
- 6"x9"" full-range motorcycle speakers
- designed for bag lid locations
- Element-Ready design is weather- and water-resistant
- carbon-fiber reinforced polypropylene cone
- glass-reinforced polymer frame
- 1" film dome tweeter with integrated phase plug and ASA grill
- integrated 6 dB crossover with polyester capacitor
- Element-Ready design is weather and water resistant
- Santoprene VAST surround (creates more cone space for bigger sound)
- handles up to 100 watts RMS (200 watts peak)
- frequency response: 56-20,000 Hz
- sensitivity: 89 dB
- impedance: 4 ohms
- warranty: 2 years
- UPC: 780687353001
- Weight: 9
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Warranty: 2 Year(s) Warranty.
This item is accompanied by a manufacturer's warranty. If it is found to be defective, it may be returned to OnlineCarstereo.com for replacement within 2 Year(s) from the original date of purchase with proper return authorization.
