Designed for 2014-Up Harley-Davidson Motorcycles

The XM160-2 is designed specifically for:

• Select 2014-up Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles
• Fairing-equipped Harley models

The compact chassis and included mounting plates allow installation in tighter motorcycle audio environments where space is extremely limited.

Because motorcycles generally do not include “spare amplifier storage compartments.”

Powerful Motorcycle Amplifier for Make a choice 2014-Current Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Unleash the power of your Harley-Davidson motorcycle’s audio system with the Kenwood Excelon XM160-2 power amplifier.

Powerful 80W x 2 RMS Output

The amplifier delivers:

• 80 watts RMS x 2 channels at 2 ohms
• Dedicated support for low-impedance speaker systems
• Strong clean audio output at highway speeds

This helps dramatically improve:

• Volume clarity
• Midrange performance
• Music detail
• Riding audio experience

Especially important once wind noise starts competing with your playlist at 75 mph.

Experience the exhilarating sound quality delivered by this powerful 2-channel amp, boasting an impressive 80 watts RMS x 2 at 2 ohms. Equipped with class D amplifier technology, it ensures clear, impactful, and distortion-free audio.

Efficient Class D Amplifier Technology

The XM160-2 uses:

• Modern Class D amplifier technology
• High-efficiency power delivery
• Reduced heat generation
• Compact amplifier architecture

Compared to traditional amplifier designs, Class D technology helps:

• Reduce power consumption
• Improve thermal efficiency
• Save installation space
• Maintain cleaner operation

Which matters on motorcycles where:

• Space is limited
• Cooling airflow matters
• Electrical systems have finite capacity

And because nobody wants their saddlebag smelling like overheated amplifier circuitry halfway through a road trip.

Designed to seamlessly integrate into your motorcycle, the compact powerhouse of this amplifier offers a perfect fit in your fairing-equipped 2014-current Harley.

Compact Motorcycle-Friendly Design

One of the biggest strengths of the XM160-2 is its compact size.

The small footprint helps:

• Simplify installation
• Preserve storage space
• Reduce clutter
• Improve mounting flexibility

Perfect for:

• Touring bikes
• Baggers
• Fairing audio systems
• Clean OEM+ Harley audio upgrades

Without requiring a custom fabrication project worthy of a TV build series.

Its rugged durability ensures it can withstand the demands of the road, delivering reliable performance mile after mile. With versatile compatibility, the power amp effortlessly integrates with both factory radios and aftermarket receivers through its speaker-level inputs.

Optimized for Harley Factory Audio Systems

The XM160-2 is specifically tuned to integrate with:

• Harley-Davidson factory radios
• Factory speaker systems
• Kenwood Excelon XM speakers
• Aftermarket motorcycle receivers

The speaker-level inputs are:

• Pre-matched
• Balanced for Harley audio systems
• Compatible with aftermarket sources

This makes integration significantly easier compared to universal automotive amplifiers.

Because Harley audio wiring already has enough personality without adding electrical chaos into the mix.

Give a boost to your audio system with ease, taking into consideration customization and optimal sound quality. The installation process is made seamless with the included input wiring harnesses and mounting plates customized for Road Flow, Street Flow, and Ultra Harley models.

Better Highway Audio Clarity

One of the biggest benefits of adding a motorcycle amplifier is improved audio clarity at speed.

The XM160-2 helps maintain:

• Stronger vocal clarity
• Cleaner highs
• Fuller midrange response
• Better music detail

At highway speeds where stock systems often become:

• Distorted
• Weak
• Overpowered by wind noise

Basically: you finally hear the music instead of vaguely remembering it exists.

As a part of the renowned Kenwood Excelon series, this amplifier upholds the brand’s reputation for excellence. With a variety of high-performing car & motorcycle accessories, headsets, communication gadgets, and more,

Ideal Upgrade for Motorcycle Audio Builds

This amplifier works especially well for:

• Harley touring builds
• Long-distance riders
• Fairing speaker upgrades
• OEM+ audio systems

Perfect for riders who want:

• Cleaner sound
• More volume
• Better highway performance
• Reliable motorcycle-specific hardware

Without turning the bike into a rolling concert stage that drains the battery emotionally.

Kenwood is your trusted one-stop destination for all of your technological needs. Unleash the true potential of your motorcycle’s audio system with the Kenwood Excelon XM160-2 amplifier. Feel the power, hear the difference, and elevate your on-the-go entertainment experience to new heights.

POWERFUL 2 CHANNEL AMPLIFIER – The Excelon XM160-2 power amp with class D amp technology and an impressive 80 Watts x 2 at 2 ohms offers dynamic performance to power low-impedance, 2-ohm speakers for Make a choice fairing-equipped 2014-up Harley motorcycles
COMPACT POWERHOUSE – This power amplifier fits seamlessly into your motorcycle and maximizes power whilst minimizing heat for optimal performance. Designed to fortify Harley-Davidson’s factory speakers and Kenwood’s Excelon XM speakers (sold one at a time)
VERSATILE COMPATIBILITY – Featuring speaker-level inputs pre-matched and balanced for Harley-Davidson radios and almost any other aftermarket receiver or source unit, the motorcycle amp provides versatile options to Give a boost to your on-the-go entertainment system
SEAMLESS INSTALLATION – The Kenwood amplifier comes attached to a 6″ speaker & 8″ power/ground harness, and includes Road Flow & Street Flow/Ultra mounting plates, a 17″ input/bypass harness, a 21″ front output harness, a 6″ input link harness and more
A BRAND YOU CAN TRUST – With a variety of high-performing car & bike audio accessories, headsets, professional communication gadgets, speakers, bike cameras, and more, KENWOOD is the one-stop destination for all of your technological requirements

Final Verdict

For Harley-Davidson riders wanting serious motorcycle audio upgrades, the Kenwood eXcelon XM160-2 Motorcycle Amplifier delivers compact Class D performance with strong highway-ready audio power.

Key benefits include:

• 80W x 2 RMS power
• Motorcycle-specific compact design
• Efficient Class D technology
• Harley-compatible inputs
• Easy integration with factory systems
• Improved highway audio clarity

Most importantly, you can finally hear your music clearly without needing to ride at library parking lot speeds.