Cicada Audio CXX8.2 — 8" 2Ω Pro Coaxial Harley Custom Build Speakers (Pair)
| Size | 8 · Coaxial |
| Impedance | 2 Ohm |
| Power | 200W RMS |
| Year Range | 2024+, 2014-2023 |
| Location | Saddlebags, Lower Fairing |
200 watts. 8 inches. The Pro coaxial for serious Harley custom builds.
The CXX8.2 is Cicada's Pro-series 8" coaxial — a 2Ω large-format driver for custom Harley-Davidson audio builds with positions that accommodate an 8-inch speaker. 200W RMS, 93 dB sensitivity, Kevlar cone, N45H neodymium motor, 2.0-inch copper voice coil, V8™ Dispersion Guide for 360° tweeter projection, and Rain or Shine™ weatherproof construction. Tour-Pak, saddlebag lid, lower fairing, and bespoke build positions. Sold in pairs.
Where the CXX65 and CXX69 ranges cover the factory speaker positions on Harley-Davidson Touring models, the CXX8.2 is the large-format option — an 8-inch coaxial for custom builds and any Harley application where the physical space allows a larger driver and the goal is maximum acoustic output from a coaxial design. At 200W RMS into a Kevlar cone driven by a 2.0-inch voice coil and N45H motor, the CXX8.2 is the highest-output coaxial in the Cicada Pro range.
Who This Speaker Is For
For riders building custom Harley audio systems with physical positions that accommodate an 8-inch driver, running a dedicated 2Ω-rated amplifier. Custom builds, saddlebag lid, lower fairing, Tour-Pak, and bespoke build positions are the typical applications. If the standard fairing and saddlebag positions are already running CXX65 and CXX69 speakers, the CXX8.2 extends the system further — more cone area, more air movement, and 200W RMS power capacity in a larger format. For bridged-amp configurations or conservative system designs, the CXX8.4 is the 4Ω variant.
What This Is Best For
- Tour-Pak, saddlebag lid, lower fairing, and custom large-format builds — where the physical position accepts an 8-inch driver, the CXX8.2 delivers the most output of any coaxial in the Cicada Pro range. More cone area, more air movement, and 200W RMS into a Kevlar-coned, N45H-motored driver purpose-built for the demands of a motorcycle environment.
- High-output system builds extending beyond the standard positions — for riders running CXX65.2 and CXX69.2 in factory positions who want to add large-format output from a custom location, the CXX8.2 adds a significant acoustic presence to the system.
- Builds that need low-end contribution from a coaxial driver — the 8-inch cone area and 50 Hz lower extension make the CXX8.2 a genuine bass contributor in a system without a dedicated subwoofer. More cone area at lower frequencies means more air movement, more perceived bass presence.
- Maximum coaxial output from a 2Ω-rated amplifier — paired with a Cicada FLX700.4 or equivalent, the CXX8.2 at 2Ω extracts the full rated output from the amplifier into the largest coaxial chassis in the Pro range.
2Ω vs 4Ω — Choosing the Right Version
The CXX8.2 is a 2Ω speaker rated at 200W RMS, designed for use with a dedicated 2Ω-rated motorcycle amplifier. Most quality Harley-specific amplifiers — including the Cicada FLX700.4, Rockford Fosgate, Soundstream, and Diamond Audio — are 2Ω stable. Choose the CXX8.4 (4Ω) for bridged amplifier configurations or when a more conservative system with better amplifier thermal margin is the priority.
The Bottom Line
The large-format Pro coaxial for serious Harley custom builds — 200W RMS, Kevlar cone, N45H neodymium motor, 2.0-inch copper voice coil, V8™ 360° tweeter projection, and Rain or Shine™ weatherproof construction in an 8-inch package. Requires a dedicated 2Ω-rated external amplifier.
Ready to build? Add to cart above. For bridged configurations or conservative system designs, the CXX8.4 is the 4Ω variant.
What's Inside the CXX8.2
The cone is Kevlar — the material that justifies the step up from the standard CX range. On an 8-inch driver moving air at 200W RMS, a stiff Kevlar cone maintains its shape under high excursion in a way a polypropylene cone cannot, reducing distortion at the output levels this driver is rated for. Moisture resistance and dimensional stability across the full temperature range of a motorcycle environment — from cold starts to sustained summer highway running — complete the specification. On the road: the system stays clean and controlled at high output rather than compressing and hardening as power increases.
The N45H neodymium motor drives a 2.0-inch copper voice coil — the larger voice coil is required to handle the thermal demands of 200W RMS and to provide the control needed for an 8-inch cone at high excursion. N45H delivers the magnetic flux density to manage that coil properly, with the H-grade temperature rating ensuring the magnet holds its properties under sustained load. On the road: consistent output across a full day of riding — no thermal rolloff as the speaker heats up over distance.
The tweeter is a 1.2-inch PEI dome loaded by the V8™ Dispersion Guide for 360° tweeter projection. At the scale of an 8-inch build, wide tweeter coverage is essential — the V8™ horn geometry ensures high-frequency energy is distributed across the full listening area rather than beamed toward a single point. The built-in 6dB crossover is integrated into the assembly, protecting the tweeter from low-frequency energy without requiring an external crossover unit. On the road: usable treble detail regardless of rider position or mounting angle.
The custom-tooled polycarbonate basket is UV-stabilised and thermally resistant, maintaining driver alignment under the vibration and thermal conditions of a motorcycle at speed.
Sensitivity and Frequency Coverage
At 93 dB (1W/1m), the CXX8.2 delivers strong efficiency for a coaxial driver of this size. Combined with 200W RMS power capacity and the lower current demand that a properly installed 2Ω system can supply, the CXX8.2 has genuine dynamic headroom — able to be heard clearly over Harley exhaust and highway wind noise without running out of output margin.
Frequency response runs 50 Hz – 20 kHz (±3 dB). The 8-inch cone area moves substantially more air at lower frequencies than a 6.5-inch or 6×9-inch driver, making the CXX8.2 a meaningful contributor to the low end of a system rather than a fill speaker. For builds also running CXX65 or CXX69 in factory positions, the CXX8.2 in a custom location adds genuine bass extension and acoustic scale to the system.
Why 2Ω — Amplifier Pairing
Dedicated motorcycle amplifiers — including the Cicada FLX700.4 — publish their rated output at 2Ω. The CXX8.2 at 2Ω is the correct impedance match for extracting full rated output from the amplifier into a speaker rated to handle it. At 200W RMS power capacity, the CXX8.2 is built for exactly that operating condition.
The trade-off is current demand — a 2Ω load draws more from the amplifier. An installation done with proper gauge wiring and a genuinely 2Ω-stable amplifier is essential. For bridged configurations or conservative system designs where 4Ω is preferred, the CXX8.4 is the matching variant.
Fitment
- Mounting depth: 69 mm (2.7 in).
- Designed for Harley-Davidson builds with 8-inch speaker positions — Tour-Pak, custom saddlebag lid, lower fairing, and bespoke build locations. Not a direct fit for standard factory Harley speaker positions.
- Requires a dedicated external amplifier rated at 2Ω — Cicada FLX700.4, Rockford Fosgate, Soundstream, and Diamond Audio are all 2Ω stable.
Technical Specifications
| Driver Size | 8 in |
| Impedance | 2Ω nominal |
| Power Handling — RMS | 200W RMS |
| Power Handling — MAX | 400W peak |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB (1W/1m) |
| Frequency Response | 50 Hz – 20 kHz (±3 dB) |
| Voice Coil — Mid-bass | 2.0 in (49 mm) |
| Voice Coil — Tweeter | 1.2 in (31 mm) |
| Magnet Type | Neodymium N45H |
| Cone Material | Kevlar |
| Tweeter Dome | 1.2 in PEI dome |
| Tweeter Dispersion | V8™ Dispersion Guide — 360° tweeter projection |
| Crossover | Built-in 6dB |
| Basket | Custom-tooled polycarbonate — UV and high-temp resistant |
| Mounting Depth | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Surround Material | |
| Weather Resistance | Rain or Shine™ — Kevlar cone, PEI tweeter dome, polycarbonate basket |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Sold As | Pair |
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