1998–2013 Harley-Davidson Saddlebag Lid Speaker Kit

Model TMS69BL9813

Installation and operation instructions for the TMS69BL9813 saddlebag lid speaker kit.

TMS69BL9813 Documentation

ModelTMS69
Description2-Way
Nominal Impedance (Ohms)4Ω
Frequency Response (Hz)56-20kHz
Power Handling - Watts (RMS/Peak)100/200
Fs - Free Air Resonance (Hz)75
Qts1.63
Sensitivity (1W/1M)89dB
Sensitivity (2.83V/1M)92dB
Grille/Trim RingNO
Warranty - All marine, motorcycle, motorsport products2 Years

Source: Installation & Operation Manual, Rockford Fosgate. Wording and values are retained from the supplier document.

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TMS69BL9813 — Installation & Operation Manual, page 1

Installation assistance available at:

RFTECH
www.rockfordfosgate.com/rftech

1998 - 2013 H-D
SADDLEBAG LID
SPEAKER KIT

TMS69BL9813

600 South Rockford Drive • Tempe, Arizona 85281 United States
Direct: (480) 967-3565 • Toll Free: (800) 669-9899
ROCKFORDFOSGATE.COM

072717
1230-61983-01-A
Printed In China

Installation & Operation

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Introduction

    Dear Customer,                                                                If, after reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this
    Congratulations on your purchase of the world’s finest brand of               product, we recommend that you see your Rockford Fosgate dealer.
    audio products. At Rockford Fosgate we are fanatics about musical             If you need further assistance, you can call us direct at 1-800-669-
    reproduction at its best, and we are pleased you chose our product.           9899. Be sure to have your serial number, model number and date of
    Through years of engineering expertise, hand craftsmanship and critical       purchase available when you call.
    testing procedures, we have created a wide range of products that
    reproduce music with all the clarity and richness you deserve.                                     PRACTICE SAFE SOUND
    For maximum performance we recommend you have your new                             Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB
    Rockford Fosgate product installed by an Authorized Rockford Fosgate               may cause permanent hearing loss. High powered auto
    Dealer, as we provide specialized training through Rockford Technical              sound systems may produce sound pressure levels well
    Training Institute (RTTI). Please read your warranty and retain your                over 130dB. Use common sense and practice safe sound.
    receipt and original carton for possible future use.
    Great product and competent installations are only a piece of the puzzle
    when it comes to your system. Make sure that your installer is using          Safety
    100% authentic installation accessories from Rockford Fosgate in your         This symbol with “WARNING” is intended to
    installation. Rockford Fosgate has everything from RCA cables and             alert the user to the presence of important
    speaker wire to power wire and battery connectors. Insist on it! After all,   instructions. Failure to heed the instructions
    your new system deserves nothing but the best.                                will result in severe injury or death.
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    hats.                                                                         instructions. Failure to heed the instructions
    Visit our web site for the latest information on all Rockford products;       can result in injury or unit damage.
    www.rockfordfosgate.com                                                         • To prevent injury and damage to the unit, please read and
    or, in the U.S. call 1-800-669-9899 or FAX 1-800-398-3985. For all other          follow the instructions in this manual. We want you to enjoy
    countries, call +001-480-967-3565 or FAX +001-480-966-3983.                       this system, not get a headache.
                                                                                    • If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have
    Table of Contents                                                                 it installed by a qualified Rockford Fosgate technician.
     2        Introduction                                                          • Before installation, disconnect the battery negative (-)
                                                                                      terminal to prevent damage to the unit, fire and/or possible
     3        Installation                                                            injury.
     4        Warranty

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    owners. Specifications subject to change without notice.
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Specifications

                                                 Model         TMS69

                              Nominal Diameter - inch            6x9
                                               (mm)           (152 x 229)

                                           Description          2-Way
                                  Nominal Impedance
                                                                    4Ω
                                             (Ohms)
                             Frequency Response (Hz)          56-20kHz

                                  Voice Coil Diameter -          1.4
                                             inch (mm)          (35.6)

                               Power Handling - Watts
                                                               100/200
                                         (RMS/Peak)

                               Fs - Free Air Resonance
                                                                    75
                                                   (Hz)
                                                    Qts             1.63

                                            Vas - cu. ft.       0.593
                                                 (Liter)        (16.8)

                                   Sensitivity (1W/1M)          89dB
                                 Sensitivity (2.83V/1M)         92dB

                                           Xmax - inch              0.12
                                                (mm)                 (3)

                                                                8.7 x 5.8
                                   Mounting Diameter
                                                              (218 x 147)

                                                                     2.8
                                      Mounting Depth
                                                                    (71)

                                       Grille/Trim Ring             NO

                             See page 4 for additional dimensions

CEA 2031
Power handling on Rockford Fosgate speakers conform to CEA-2031 industry standards. This means your speaker has the
capacity to handle power under continuous demand, not instantaneous power handling that over time can damage voice coils.

VERIFIED WITH KLIPPEL
To adorn the ‘Verified with Klippel’ mark, the qualifying company’s loudspeaker engineering personnel must be trained and
certified by Klippel prior to using the three separate Klippel systems to design, develop and test. Rockford Fosgate has made the
investment in Klippel to deliver the best possible speakers and subwoofers to their customers.

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Specifications

TMS69

9.2”
(234mm)
6.5”
(165mm)

6.4”
(163mm)
4.7”
(120mm)

3.2”
(81mm)
2.8”
(70mm)

3.2”
(81mm)
2.8”
(70mm)

8.6”
(218mm)

5.6”
(147mm)

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Installation

Contents                                                                       Applicable Models:
 • (2) TMS69 Speakers                    • (1) Main Harness
                                                                               1998 to 2013 Harley-Davidson® Motorcycles with Factory
 • (2) Speaker Grilles                   • (2) Saddlebag Harnesses             Saddlebags
 • (2) Mounting Rings                    • Plastic Wire Tie Wraps              This saddlebag lid speaker kit is designed to work with Rockford
                                                                               Fosgate’s compact chassis Punch® and Power series amplifiers.
 • (2) Cutting Templates                 • Plastic Cable Tie Mounts
                                                                               Step 1.   Remove the saddlebag lids, seat, gas tank and fairing cover
 • (16) Mounting Screws
                                                                                         from the motorcycle.
Installation Tools                                                             Step 2.   Using masking tape, tape over the painted portion of your
The following is a list of suggested tools needed for installation:                      saddlebag lids.
 • Drill                                 • Small Flat Blade Screwdriver        NOTE: This will prevent any scratching of the factory paint during the
                                                                               installation process.
 • Jigsaw / Airsaw                       • Phillips Screwdriver
 • 1/8" Drill Bit                        • Torx Drivers                        NOTE: Be sure the template sits snug on all sides and corners of the
                                                                               saddlebag lid before securing.
 • 5/16" Drill Bit                       • Socket set
 • 3/4" Hole Saw                         • Masking Tape                                                                               Screw Locations
 • Wire Cutters
Installation Considerations
This section focuses on some considerations for installing your Harley-
Davidson® saddlebag lid speaker kit.
If you feel unsure about installing this system yourself, have it installed
by a qualified technician.
When drilling holes, make sure what is on the other side. Be sure that
any electrical, fuel lines or any other important components are free
and clear from the area.
                               Before installation, disconnect the battery
                               negative (-) terminal to prevent damage to          Apply Tape
                               the unit, fire and/or possible injury.
                               Before beginning any installation, follow
                               these simple rules:
                               Be sure to carefully read and understand
                               the instructions before attempting to install
                               these speaker kits.
  • Consult your motorcycle’s service manual for model specific
    information. Models may differ from year to year depending on
    factory options and aftermarket accessories added.
  • This speaker kit is specifically designed to work with Rockford            Step 3.   Apply the template to the saddlebag lid and secure using (2)
    Fosgate’s Punch® and Power series compact amplifiers.                                screws that came with the kit.
  • With the addition of an amplifier or source unit, be sure that your        NOTE: There is a brake and clutch side specific template for each lid. You
    current charging system is in proper working order.                        can use an 1/8" drill bit to predrill holes before screwing the template to
  • Visit rockfordfosgate.com for more comprehensive product                   the lid. Be sure the template is secured and wont move.
    information.                                                               Step 4.   Once the template is secured, use a 5/16" drill bit and drill
  • Visit our YouTube channel for comprehensive installation videos                      holes in the template.
    demonstrating complete installation guides and install tips.               NOTE: We suggest drilling at every segment to make sawing easier.
                                                                               Step 5.   Using a jigsaw, follow along the template.
                                                                               NOTE: DO NOT cut the segments of the template until all of the slots
                                                                               have been cut. This will help maintain accuracy and fitment for the
                                                                               grilles.
                                                                               NOTE: When cutting, be sure that the saw blade stays in between the
                                                                               edges of the template. Cutting into the template will lead to fitment
                                                                               issues.
                                                                               Step 6.   Next you will attach the speaker, grille and mounting ring to
                                                                                         the lid using the supplied screws.

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Installation

                   Speaker
                   Grille

                   Saddlebag
                   Lid

                               NOTE: It is easiest to place the grill into the hole that has been cut into
                               the lid and place upside down on a bench. Then place the appropriate
                               mounting ring onto the grille, along with the speaker. Secure with the
                   Mounting    supplied screws.
                   Ring
                               Step 7.   Run the main harness up the back bone of the bike and to the
                                         amplifier under the fairing.
                               Step 8.   Drill a 3/4" hole on the inside of the bag for the saddlebag
                                         harness. Once the hole is drilled, insert through the hole and
                                         secure the grommet.
                               Step 9.   Place the adhesive backed plastic cable tie mounting tab to
                                         the inside of the bag.

        Speaker

        Mounting
        Screw                                                                                 Plug or
                                                                                              Connector
                                                                                     Cable
                                                                                     Clamp

                               Step 10. Route the wire along the inside of the bag and secure to the
                                        plastic cable tie mounting tab with the supplied plastic wire
                                        ties.
                               Step 11. Reattach your saddlebag lid and connect the harness to the
                                        speaker.
                               Step 12. Test system and reassemble the motorcycle.

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Warranty

    Rockford Corporation offers a limited warranty on Rockford Fosgate products on the following terms:
    Length of Warranty
    POWER Amplifiers – 2 Years
    BMW® Direct Fit Speakers – 2 Years
    PUNCH® & PRIME® Amplifiers – 1 Year
    Speakers, Signal Processors, Accessories and Capacitors – 1 Year
    All marine, motorcycle, motorsport products - 2 Years
    Any Factory Refurbished Product – 90 Days (receipt required)
    What is Covered
    This warranty applies only to Rockford Fosgate products sold to consumers by authorized Rockford Fosgate dealers in the United States of America.
    Products purchased by consumers from an Authorized Rockford Fosgate Dealer in another country are covered only by that country’s Distributor and
    not by Rockford Corporation.
    Who is Covered
    This warranty covers only the original purchaser of Rockford product purchased from an authorized Rockford Fosgate dealer in the United States. In
    order to receive service, the purchaser must provide Rockford with a copy of the receipt stating the customer name, dealer name, product purchased
    and date of purchase.
    Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced (with a product deemed to be equivalent) at Rockford’s
    discretion.
    What is Not Covered
     1. Damage caused by accident, abuse, improper installation, operations, theft, water (on non-Element Ready products).
     2. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product.
     3. Service performed by anyone other than Rockford or an authorized Rockford Fosgate service center.
     4. Any product which has had the serial number defaced, altered, or removed.
     5. Subsequent damage to other components.
     6. Any product purchased outside the U.S.
     7. Any product not purchased from an authorized Rockford Fosgate dealer. Refer to rockfordfosgate.com dealer locator for more detail.
    Limit on Implied Warranties
    Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and merchantability are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty set
    forth above. Some states do not allow limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No person is authorized to
    assume for Rockford Fosgate any other liability in connection with the sale of the product.
    How to Obtain Service
    Please call 1-800-669-9899 for Rockford Customer Service. You must obtain an RA# (Return Authorization number) to return any product to Rockford
    Fosgate. You are responsible for shipment of product to Rockford.
    EU Warranty
    This product meets the current EU warranty requirements, see your Authorized dealer for details.

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