Horn for Vmax

GPrider · Aug 17, 2009

I've just had my present Vmax for a few months and had to have it inspected right after I got it. It almost didn't pass because the horn was so weak. I tried a search with no results and then looked at every thread in General Vmax questions and saw nothing refering to horns. Need suggestions for replacement. I'd like something that would be a simple plug in and bolt up install if possible. I know these horns are not very good. My old 83 Ventures horns were pretty much shot long before I sold it. I checked a few websites on prices for OEM horns and they were all around $60. Wow. Any info on what you guys have replaced your old ones with is appreciated. Thanks.

GP

rhoke · Aug 17, 2009

Well with my luck with the horn and its placement there really wasnt a whole lot to choose from. Then I got to looking at the horn, if your not familiar there is an adjustment screw on the back side which does change the tone and volume of the horn. Just thought I would throw that in maybe some help and its free. To me free is always good. OEM is always good too just make sure you stick with YAMAHA OEM. Thanks hope to help, Roy

maleko89 · Aug 17, 2009

Get a Stebel Nautilus compact from ridesafer.com. This horn is louder than my car horn at 139 dB. I had to use it last week during my commute and I got a kick watching the driver look for the semi on his ass.

http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?p=88385&highlight=nautilus#post88385

naughtyG · Aug 17, 2009

I mounted two horns inside the engine guards, the photo thread is below.

http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=5691&highlight=dual+horns

Only thing is, they were cheapo $15 horns from fleaBay, and while one of them still works, the other one's dead already. I like the Nautilus, but it's BIG. Looking at the ridesafer.com site, I think I might buy these http://www.ridesafer.com/Fiamm_Dual_AM_80_High_Performance_Trumpet_Horns_Ki_p/h0011.htm
as they will fit perfectly to replace mine and are made for bikes so should last!

And @129dB, they should be plenty loud too

unk:

GPrider · Aug 17, 2009

I'm familar with those horns. The members of my FJR forum use them. I was hoping for something that would fit in the stock location, but I may be dreaming if I want to get any kind of decent volume. Don't think those will fit in the stock location. Sounds and looks like some of you have gotten pretty inventive with the location. Thanks for the replies. Keep em coming.

GP

Redbone · Aug 17, 2009

Here are a few ideas:
Tim Jackson's horn mod
webBikeWorld review of horns
FJRTech site with some horn wiring
webBikeWorld tech: How to install a horn relay
Here is a youtube video of a Stebel horn ... it is loud!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XblLdnYzYm8&feature=player_embedded

4gasem · Aug 18, 2009

I've got a Stebel on my SV1000S mounted inside the fairing and love it. It's a bit odd looking so it isn't something I'd want on my Max. You can get a larger Hella horn and mount it in the stock location...

gamorg02 · Aug 18, 2009

anyone ever do this?

http://vmaxoutlaw.com/tech/improved_horn.htm

4gasem · Aug 18, 2009

That sounds like the hella horn...

Chris

gamorg02 · Aug 18, 2009

the what now?

$55 thru jc...

http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/Search?storeId=10101&sku=ZX013197P&catalogId=10101

GPrider · Aug 18, 2009

Hmm... These look pretty big. I better check the Max when I get home to see about different locations.

GP

max_caper · Aug 18, 2009

Check the independent review at this site. It compares the several stebel models as well as the hella supertone and the fiamm freeway blasters.

Blaine

http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-horns/motorcycle-horn-comparison.htm

naughtyG · Aug 18, 2009

I reckon I'm still gonna try the Fiamm Dual AM-80 Trumpets. They'll fit inside my engine guards perfectly.
http://www.ridesafer.com/Fiamm_Dual_AM_80_High_Performance_Trumpet_Horns_Ki_p/h0011.htm

I just need to find a local reseller as ridesafer wants over $20 to ship them :damn angry:

UPDATE! Both Advance Auto Parts and Pep Boys sell Fiamm horns, they're both local so I'm gonna find out how much they sell 'em for!

johnpclynch · Aug 19, 2009

I installed a Stebel Nautilus in mine, put it where the front coils used to be.

Another advantage of changing to COPs!

naughtyG · Aug 19, 2009

johnpclynch said:
I installed a Stebel Nautilus in mine, put it where the front coils used to be.

Another advantage of changing to COPs!

oh wow I never thought of that. Does it really fit in there? You still have your Vboost?

johnpclynch · Aug 20, 2009

naughtyG said:
oh wow I never thought of that. Does it really fit in there? You still have your Vboost?

I had to move a tab out of the way (sidestand relay I believe) to make sure it cleared the fan but it fits snug up against the vboost servo :eusa_dance:

I'll see if I can get pics later

RagingMain · Aug 20, 2009

johnpclynch said:
I installed a Stebel Nautilus in mine, put it where the front coils used to be.

Another advantage of changing to COPs!

Thanks I think you just solved my delima on where to put my horn. Been riding around for over a year without one because I didnt like it anywhere on the bike.

johnpclynch · Aug 21, 2009

Ok, you can just about see it without taking anything off

From below the right hand scoop;

From below the left hand scoop;

(can you see the cable tie holding it steady?)

Redbone · Aug 21, 2009

I have a question about the mounting options for the Stebel, is it true that the compressor and be detached from the horn section and a tube run from the compressor to the horns?

maleko89 · Aug 21, 2009

Redbone said:
I have a question about the mounting options for the Stebel, is it true that the compressor and be detached from the horn section and a tube run from the compressor to the horns?

Brian, true. I found that on a BMW website where someone separate the compressor.

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