Different issue with Ipod

[Vaquero Mac]

I have a different issue with my ipod. I listen to my music on random mode. So I cant get have way through a song and and skips on it's own to another song. It doesnt do this when I have connected in my car. So I figured it has to do with the ipod connector? Any feedback would help? Thanks..

[highwayman2011]

You didn't say what ipod you have. I have an ipod classic and the vibration from the engine at certain rpms makes it skip. I was going to get a newer ipod but went bluetooth and can stream from my phone in my pocket. Bluetooth in helmet.

[nsmedic]

Certain models of IPODs have a shake to skip feature (ipod touch and iphone I believe). Designed so when you give it a quick shake it skips to the next song. Vibrations on a motorcycle could easily trigger this. Should be able to disable it easily in the settings.

[Vaquero Mac]

I have a 6th generation ipod classic. Maybe I have that shake to shuffle feature on my ipod. Ill need to check it out. Thanks for both of your help.

[Vaquero Mac]

You didn't say what ipod you have. I have an ipod classic and the vibration from the engine at certain rpms makes it skip. I was going to get a newer ipod but went bluetooth and can stream from my phone in my pocket. Bluetooth in helmet.

I have a bluetooth head set also, I use it time to time and when Im talking too my wife when riding 2up. Just like to use this great feature we pay our hard earned money for.

[mobandy78]

Certain models of IPODs have a shake to skip feature (ipod touch and iphone I believe). Designed so when you give it a quick shake it skips to the next song. Vibrations on a motorcycle could easily trigger this. Should be able to disable it easily in the settings.

+1 on this thought. I figured that out one day while running with my iphone. I'd take 2 or 3 steps and it would skip to the next song. There is an option to disable it in the settings.

[highwayman2011]

Didn't know the later ones had that feature. Good luck.

[Rusty360]

I read on another forum the hard drive versions were not to be used on the bike. I had problems with my classic not working or skipping so bought a nano never had a problem since. Notice the warning note from the Kawasaki web site.


iPod® Adaptor Kit http://www.kawasaki.com/KawasakiNew/ImagesMain/accessories/spacer.gifConnects any compatible iPod with a 30-pin connector to the Vulcan 1700 Voyager or Vaquero radio
•Song, artist and playlist shows on radio display
•Song selection controlled by motorcycle handlebar switches
•Protective foam cushion included to store devices in left fairing pocket
•Easy plug-&-play installation
Note: battery charging is not supported for 3rd generation (touch wheel) iPods with this adaptor Note: Audio devices with Hard Drive storage are not recommended due to possible effects from road vibration. iPhone music player mode is not recognized as suitable for playing music on this OE radio system.
http://www.kawasaki.com/KawasakiNew/ImagesMain/accessories/spacer.gifhttp://www.kawasaki.com/KawasakiNew/ImagesMain/accessories/spacer.gifMSRP: $107.95