Trying to replace horn. Any good suggestions?

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Trying to replace horn. Any good suggestions?

Karma 07-17-2008, 11:23 PM
I can't find any way to hear what the horns sound like (when looking on JC Whitney). Does anyone have any good ideas how to hear what they sound like?

1980/1 CX500 Custom

Re: Trying to replace horn. Any good suggestions?

Blindstitch2002 07-17-2008, 11:53 PM
I don't think there is any way that you could hear what the horns sound like. The best you can do is read the reviews as to what people say and choose between high or low tone horn. Some of them the name says it all like Super Loud blast horn.
It's not a radio, it's a horn.

One question for you is what do you want from a horn? Do you want it loud or quiet? With all the members on here I am sure someone can fill you in on different types of horns if you have a name in mind.

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Re: Trying to replace horn. Any good suggestions?

BearCX 07-18-2008, 3:27 AM
From memory, there is a screw and locknut on the back of the horn for adjusting the tone.

Then again, I'm on meds.

If you're still in control...You're not going fast enough.

Re: Trying to replace horn. Any good suggestions?

PineGroveDave 07-18-2008, 8:43 AM

BearCX wrote:
From memory, there is a screw and locknut on the back of the horn for adjusting the tone. Then again, I'm on meds.

Correct. I replaced my missing horn w/ one off my parts bike. At first, the horn sounded weak but after adjusting the screw, it's now ear piercing.

Re: Trying to replace horn. Any good suggestions?

Karma 07-18-2008, 12:32 PM
I didn't know that. I'll have to check it out. Thanks guys!

1980/1 CX500 Custom

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Anonymous 07-18-2008, 2:37 PM
You could get real classy and put on a tractor trailer air horn. I saw some in O'reilley's last nite, and I think I may have to do it.

Re: Trying to replace horn. Any good suggestions?

stevei48 07-20-2008, 3:28 PM
a good freind of mine has a moto guzzi and has a 6 volt bosch horn ( the bike is 12 volt} from a vw beatle on it it sounds about as load as a locomotive and its pretty small

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BearCX 07-20-2008, 3:58 PM
Try "Hornblasters" if it'll fit. Sooo funny. Especially the cat. Ha Ha Ha Ha.

If you're still in control...You're not going fast enough.

Re: Trying to replace horn. Any good suggestions?

hakko808 07-20-2008, 11:23 PM
Consider one from a 1969 roadrunner. Originals are pricey, but reproductions are reasonable.

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WayneDW 07-21-2008, 5:32 PM
I put a Fiamm Freeway Blaster on my bike and am very pleased:
http://www.aerostich.com/aerosearch.php?restrict=Static&q=freeway+blaster

Be sure and get the relay too.

Wayne
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