There’s something about a well-built Harley-Davidson cruising down the road with the perfect soundtrack pouring out of the fairing. It’s more than just volume — it’s clarity, depth, and the kind of audio that cuts through wind, pipes, and road noise. At Sweet Sounds in Mankato, we’ve spent over 30 years perfecting that experience.
We’ve upgraded hundreds of motorcycles, especially Street Glides and Road Glides — the most popular bagger bikes on the road. Along the way, we’ve installed systems in everything from custom fairings to stripped-down cruisers and even custom solutions for bikes from brands like BMW. Whatever you ride, we’ve got options designed specifically for it.
But finding the right gear took time — and serious testing.
Quality Products
Not long ago, we brought in nearly every major and several lesser-known motorcycle audio brands into our showroom. We spent weeks testing them — side by side, same conditions, same music, same amps — not just looking for who could get loud, but who could stay clean doing it.
Cicada Audio stood out immediately.
Built from the ground up only for motorcycle audio, Cicada didn’t just outperform—it blew the rest away. These speakers and amplifiers aren’t car audio gear adapted for bikes. They’re engineered for wind, water, vibration, and high-speed listening. And they sound phenomenal. Sweet Sounds stocks the full line of Cicada Audio solutions for your Harley Davidson bagger. We have developed a series of simple and effective Motorcycle Audio Upgrade Packages that offer amazing performance and value. The products in these packages have proven themselves to not only sound great but be reliable. In addition to a full assortment of Cicada Audio equipment, we also stock products from Rockford Fosgate, Memphis Audio, JBL, Focal, Soundstream Reserve, PPI and Infinity, all of which were chosen to fill specific needs of our clients.
Attention To Detail
When we work on a motorcycle, every detail matters — especially the electrical connections. We go beyond basic installs by soldering all connections for maximum conductivity and then sealing them with adhesive-lined heat-shrink tubing to ensure long-term protection against vibration, moisture, and corrosion.
We also take pride in showing new clients our extensive selection of stainless steel hardware — hundreds of rust-proof nuts, bolts, and screws chosen specifically to withstand the harsh conditions motorcycles face on the road.
Once everything is installed, we use precision test equipment to calibrate every component, from source units to amplifiers, optimizing signal-to-noise ratios and guaranteeing clean, distortion-free audio output.
No shortcuts. Just the best work possible — every time.
Our Facility And Services
At Sweet Sounds, we’ve built our installation facility to make your experience smooth, efficient, and professional from start to finish.
If you’re bringing your motorcycle on a trailer, we have designated space to safely store your trailer while we complete your installation. Our large, dedicated installation bays give our technicians the room they need to work comfortably, without squeezing between other vehicles — because your bike deserves our full attention.
We maintain a clean, organized work environment, with a separate fabrication area to keep dust and debris away from your motorcycle during any custom work. Whether we’re building custom speaker adapters, amp racks, or mounting panels, your bike stays protected throughout the process.
We use clearly labeled shelves, bins, and part bags for every project, so each wire, connector, and fastener is accounted for — from start to finish. No parts on the floor, no missing pieces, no confusion. It’s a system built around quality and professionalism.
When you choose Sweet Sounds, you’re not just getting top-tier equipment — you’re getting an installation environment and process to match.
Upgrade Options
Whether you’re after better sound, more features, or a completely custom setup, we can handle any upgrade you have in mind.
Many riders come to us looking to replace their factory radio with a modern unit that supports Bluetooth streaming, iPhone® and Android™ integration, and other advanced features. We’re pros at making your factory handlebar controls work seamlessly with aftermarket radios — keeping the convenience you’re used to, with a major upgrade in performance.
Prefer to keep the stock radio for that original look? No problem — we can still dramatically improve your sound using high-efficiency speakers and smart amplifier integration.
We specialize in speaker upgrades, amplifier installations, and custom mounting solutions for saddlebag lids, lower fairings, and inner fairings. Want bass? We can even add a compact subwoofer system for serious low-end performance — yes, even on a motorcycle.
Looking to make a visual statement, too? We offer custom accent lighting and high-output LED forward lighting to upgrade your visibility and style.
If you can dream it, we can build it — professionally, cleanly, and built to last.
See just a few of the motorcycles we have enhanced during the past 30 years
Visit Us Today For Motorcycle Audio
Why not drop by Sweet Sounds the next time you are out on a cruise? We would be happy to take a look at your motorcycle and suggest a solution or two to improve the performance of the sound system. Contact us here for more information.