Louie Louie
I recived it yesterday. It seems so small. Just wondered if other members have this unit and if you are pleased w/ it and if its easy to operate while riding. I ordered installation STuff from Cyclegadgets.
wjbertrand
Ventura Highway
PalmSpringST said:
I have this unit and have been using it in my car since Christmas. I like it a lot! I just ordered a hard wire kit and a flush mount bracket from XMfan.com and a "Roady holder" from Cyclegadgets. I previously ordered the 4' antenna from XMFan.com. I think I'm just about all set to do the installation on the ST. I would like to buy another XT cradle but they do not seem to be available outside of the car or home kits. Anyone have a source?
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I would give XMfanstore a call and see if they have XT car kits in yet. They have everthing XM!
I would give XMfanstore a call and see if they have XT car kits in yet. They have everthing XM!
wjbertrand
Ventura Highway
snowmoer said:
They have the car kits but that includes the cradle, cigarette lighter adapter and the antenna. I don't need all that other stuff, just want the cradle. They have individual cradles for the SkiFi, but not for the XT
wjbertrand said:They have the car kits but that includes the cradle, cigarette lighter adapter and the antenna. I don't need all that other stuff, just want the cradle. They have individual cradles for the SkiFi, but not for the XT
They don't have them here, either, but MyRadioStore is another place to keep an eye on. This guy used to be partners with the XMFanStore guy, but they split and now compete. I usually check both places for stuff.
wjbertrand
Ventura Highway
NewsMag said:
Thanks Steve, I've been to both sites, didn't know about the previous relationship. The story I'm getting is that Delphi hasn't made the cradles available separately as a replacement part - yet. Everyone thinks they soon will, but I'm ready now and no one can get them!
I've got a friend who works for GM that I'm trying for an inside job too.
ST_Jim
In the Hotel California...
MyRadioStore does sell the XT car cradle by itself!wjbertrand said:They have the car kits but that includes the cradle, cigarette lighter adapter and the antenna. I don't need all that other stuff, just want the cradle. They have individual cradles for the SkiFi, but not for the XT
http://www.myradiostore.us/home-car-kits/for-roady-xt-kit/roady-xt-car-cradle-only-sa10178.html
Enjoy!
Jim
wjbertrand
Ventura Highway
ST_Jim said:MyRadioStore does sell the XT car cradle by itself!
http://www.myradiostore.us/home-car-kits/for-roady-xt-kit/roady-xt-car-cradle-only-sa10178.html
Enjoy!
Jim
Thanks Jim! I just ordered it. Wonder why the heck couldn't I find that!?
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Louie Louie
After speaking w/ Dan (Snowmoer) & Marshall Mercer, I've decided this unit is too small for me. I'm having difficulty seeing it or touching buttons w/ gloves. I should get the SkYFI. Therefore, I will be returning the XT to Amazon.com and exchanging it for a Sky Fi!. If someone needs to purchase a brand new XT PM me..selling for $50.
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Over the last couple of years, I've resisted the urge to subscribe to pay-to-hear radio. That being said, my younger brother works for Delphi, LOVES his Roady and satelite radio, and can get me hardware dirt cheap. It just seems to me that it's like regular radio or cable TV; after a while it's recurring programming and/or "57 channels (and nothing's on)". However, it seems like the more I age, the more I dislike my local radio programming. Sell me (?)
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Over the last couple of years, I've resisted the urge to subscribe to pay-to-hear radio. That being said, my younger brother works for Delphi, LOVES his Roady and satelite radio, and can get me hardware dirt cheap. It just seems to me that it's like regular radio or cable TV; after a while it's recurring programming and/or "57 channels (and nothing's on)". However, it seems like the more I age, the more I dislike my local radio programming. Sell me (?)
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Louie Louie
lol...I got hooked on XM...Its just great...there is so much variety. I prefer XM over Sirius personally. Most people that like H. Stern will go to Sirius. I'm staying w/ XM. Its great being able to switch from CNN to Comedy -To Clasic Rock- To Classical -To Nascar- To BBC, etc...........
ccryder
I just modified my XM Roady XT power plug to hardwire it. I had already added a termianl strip fed by filtered power (I had alternator whine when plugged straight into my cigarette lighter plug). See picts below. It took me about 20 mins. If you have any questions give me a shout.
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ccryder said:
Nice, do u have difficulty operating the Roady XT w/ gloves? I have a problem seeing it and the name of a song for instance..
ccryder
Actually I have the remote on my tankbag and that can be operated pretty easily with gloves. I'll be mounting the XT on my dash-shelf. With LCD's you do have a limited sight angle and have to adjust the display so you can view it better.
Time2Work on Indigo.
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Time2Work on Indigo.
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Ken said:
Something I'm debating internally as well. I did call XM customer service (twice to confirm this) and asked if I could be a "seasonal customer" and activate service every April 1st and end October 31st, without paying annual activation charges. They said yes (I would need to pay initial activation) but I would need to do this by phone. That cuts the annual cost almost in half & gives me tunes and baseball (Go Brewers) on the bike. Sold?
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STeve1300 said:
There ya go..lol.I like people outsmarting big corporations!
Ken
Hey that's a great idea Steve. I'l absolutely look into that. Thank you!