General Information And Notes; General Installation Guidelines - Biketronics BT1000 Instructions Manual

Retro radio

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Installation instructions manual (20 pages)

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 Road Glide owners – To facilitate easy radio removal and installation remove 2 top nuts and

only loosen 2 bottom bolts/nuts on main fairing support bracket.

 Ultra Classic owners – Removal of Harley OEM radio will disable CB-radio and intercom

functions. Biketronics has optional kit/procedure to connect rear speakers to new radio.

 Compatible Sony in-dash radio units are listed on www.biketronics.com.

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Typically, any Sony unit that is configured to operate with the optional Sony wired remote

control model # RMX-4S will work with the RetroRadio.

 Care – Avoid direct spray of water on the radio face. Please note that Biketronics Inc. can

not be responsible for any damage due to improper installation and/or failure due to water

damage. For 1988 and later models, check out the new Splash Covers from Biketronics.

 The RetroRadio kit is plug–n-play. Do not drill, file or cut. Call Biketronics if you are not sure

about installation.

BT1000 module – 1998-2005 Electra Glide & Road Glide models

BT1002 module – 2006-2011 Electra Glide & Road Glide models

BT1005 module – 1998-2011 Electra Glide & Road Glide models

 Read all instructions FIRST.

 Disconnect battery cables from Harley battery – negative cable first

 Go easy.....Don't force parts!

 Prior to disassembly, ensure that you have all necessary tools and parts for the job.

 Protect bike finish using towels and blankets. Before fairing removal, prepare a safe padded

area to store fairing.

 Allow plenty of time – don't rush the job. Allocate 1-2 hours for completion.

 When in doubt, re-read the instructions or call Biketronics for assistance.

 Remove outer fairing (Remove fairing bolts and disconnect headlight wire connector).

 Remove Harley glove box or stock radio from fairing. Retain the 4 Allen-head bolts.

 (1996-1997 only) - Remove cradle used to support Harley radio in fairing.

 Follow instructions and photos #1 to #5