From Hollow to Harmonious: Crafting Crystal Clear Sound for Your Harley's Lower Fairings

Diamond Audio Kick Pods vs Hollow Lower Pods (2017 Harley Road Glide) | Decibel Test & Install Mike continues upgrading the audio system on a 2017 Road Glide by fixing a sound-quality issue caused by hollow aftermarket lower fairing speaker pods. He installs Diamond Audio's kick pods designed for 2014–2023 touring bikes with lowers, explaining how their cupped enclosure projects sound forward versus an open “hole” pod. After removing the old pod, transferring the vent slider parts, and dealing with fitment details (cap access bolt, hole too small for a 10mm socket, and speaker cover clearance), he compares output with a decibel meter: 129 dB on the new pod side versus 120.7 dB on the hollow pod side. He notes this is an incremental upgrade, sets expectations for 6.5" speakers (not subwoofers), plans DSP tuning, mentions a heat-clearance concern near the front jug, and shares promo code “mic it yourself” for 10% off at diamond-audio.com and cerwinvega.com. 00:00 Intro and Audio Goals 00:42 The Hollow Lowers Problem 01:42 Kick Pods Overview 03:15 Tearing Down Old Pod 04:31 Why Enclosures Matter 06:49 Installing New Pod 07:45 Fitment Fixes and Tips 09:05 Decibel Test Setup 10:40 Results and Expectations 13:18 Final Install Walkthrough 16:12 Sound Demo 17:06 Wrap Up and Discounts