Road Glide (1998-2013)
Road Glide Audio Upgrades, 1998 to 2013
The 1998 to 2013 Road Glide and Road Glide Custom use the frame-mounted Sharknose fairing with a conventional analogue audio system and a nominal 5.25 inch front speaker. The Sharknose puts the front speakers directly in front of the rider, so a front-speaker and amplifier upgrade is especially effective, and the analogue platform makes the install clean. This collection covers what fits these years.
Start with the 5.25 inch fairing speakers, or 6.5 inch with an adapter where the fairing has clearance, add an amplifier for clean power, and consider a direct-fit CarPlay head unit to replace the dated factory radio.
For the full playbook, read our 1998–2013 Road Glide audio upgrade guide covering speakers, amps and head units.
Shop This Bike by Category
These category collections cover everything confirmed to fit the 1998 to 2013 Sharknose Road Glide.
- Speakers: fairing, lower fairing and saddlebag drivers for the early Sharknose, including 6.5 inch options that fit with an adapter.
- Amplifiers: compact amplifiers that connect cleanly to the analogue speaker-level system, no digital interface required.
- Head Units: direct-fit wireless CarPlay replacements for the dated factory radio.
- Complete Kits: matched speaker, amplifier and harness packages, specified together so the system is balanced from the start.
Choosing the Right System for Your Bike
- Sharknose advantage: 5.25 inch fairing speakers sit right in front of you for a direct, effective upgrade.
- Simple analogue platform: speaker-level wiring makes new speakers, amps and head units integrate cleanly.
- Add clean power: a compact amplifier for real output.
- Modern screen: a direct-fit CarPlay head unit to replace the dated radio.
- Australian stock and support: local stock, warranty handling and advice based on Australian Road Glide builds.
FAQ
What size speakers does a 1998 to 2013 Road Glide use?
A nominal 5.25 inch front fairing speaker, with 6.5 inch possible via an adapter where the fairing has clearance. Confirm the fitment for your exact bike.
Why is the front upgrade so effective?
The frame-mounted Sharknose fairing places the front speakers directly in front of the rider, so the fairing-speaker and amplifier upgrade is heard clearly, even over wind.
Is upgrading these bikes easy?
Yes. The analogue, speaker-level system means new speakers, an amplifier or a head unit integrate cleanly without digital interfaces.
Should I replace the radio?
A direct-fit CarPlay head unit is a popular upgrade because the factory radio is dated. It is optional if you only want better speakers.
