As one of the lead sponsors at this year's Bagger Nationals, we had to bring out the biggest, baddest, LOUDEST motorcycles Daytona has seen.
This year we were able to work with two remarkable custom builds: "THE WTF BIKE," and "The Sith Bagger" by #TEAMDS18’s own @DiegoCertified.
Let’s take a look backstage to see how our newest systems redefined standards in motorcycle audio.
The Electrifying Atmosphere of Bagger Nationals 2025
The Hard Rock Hotel in Daytona Beach transformed into the LOUDEST battlefield on earth, as Bagger Nationals brought together the fiercest competitors in motorcycle audio history. With a total cash payout of $14,000 plus heavyweight championship belts, only the most extreme, finely tuned, and brutally LOUD baggers stood a chance at victory.
The Rules of the Warzone
In this high-stakes audio battlefield, precision and power mattered just as much as decibels. Competitors followed strict guidelines to ensure a fair yet cutthroat showdown:
Class Breakdown & Payouts:
· FEATHERWEIGHT ($1,500 + Belt) – 6 speakers max (No speaker bigger than 10”)
· LIGHTWEIGHT ($1,500 + Belt) – 10 speakers max (No speaker bigger than 10” per bag or 8” in tour pack)
· WELTERWEIGHT ($2,500 + Belt) – 12 speakers max (No speaker bigger than 12”)
· MIDDLEWEIGHT ($2,500 + Belt) – 16 speakers max (Tour pack can have 2x 10” speakers)
· HEAVYWEIGHT ($3,000 + Belt) – 22 speakers max (Tour pack can have 2x 12” speakers)
· EXTREME CLASS ($3,000 + Belt) – No limits. No mercy. If it rolls in under its own power, it qualifies.
Our role as sponsors of the extreme category gave us a front-row view of the intense competition. The venue's thoughtful layout enhanced the experience for everyone. Dedicated areas for demos and displays kept the energy high. Every thunderous rev and bass note struck a chord throughout the space.
The competition was stacked, and DS18 riders came ready for war. The Sith Bagger and the WTF Bike were straight-up game changers for the team.
The Baddest Builds in the Game
UNLEASHING THE DARK SIDE
When @DiegoCertified rolled in with his menacing, blood-red Harley Road Glide, people felt it before they saw it. The Sith Bagger was a force of nature.
- Precision Audio Execution – 6XL650NB-4 mid-range speakers delivered razor-sharp clarity and deep, chest-pounding mids.
- Bass That Hits Like a Blaster Shot – DS18 PRO-CUBE10, stacked with a PRO-EXL108, delivered earth-quaking low-end that made other bikes sound like toys.
- A Cockpit Built for Domination – DS18 DDX10.5CP media receiver gave Diego total control, letting him fine-tune every frequency with deadly precision.
- Looks That Kill – Deep crimson paint, blacked-out accents, and a fully customized power system made sure nothing was left to chance.
In the welterweight class, Diego went up against Edwin "Venom" Garcia. It was a fight to the last note, with Venom taking the win. A hard-fought battle—but you can bet Diego is coming back even stronger for #TEAMDS18!
THE WTF BIKE – A ROLLING CONCERT ON STEROIDS
Some bikes turn heads. This one snapped necks. The WTF Bike was more than an audio build—it was a full-blown audio experience.
- Mid-Bass That Shook the Ground – 10” DS18 PRO-XLNEO10MB speakers powered by Neodymium motors packed a 1,000W RMS punch.
- An Amp That Brought the Heat – DS18 FRP-5K/TI Class D Amplifier pushed 5,000W of raw power, keeping the sound aggressive yet crystal clear.
- Mid-Range That Cut Like a Blade – 8” DS18 PRO-HY8.4B speakers ensured razor-sharp highs and deep, defined mids.
- The Secrets Beneath? Classified. – What’s under the surface? That’s for #TEAMDS18 to know and the streets to find out.
Unmatched Firepower
The Sith Bagger and the WTF Bike weren’t just contenders—they were DS18-powered weapons of mass disruption. Here's a few of the components that took them over the top:
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DS18 PRO-XLNEO10MB – 10” Neodymium Mid-Bass Loudspeaker (1,000W RMS, 8 Ohm)
Lighter, stronger, and louder than anything else in its class, this powerhouse delivered crushing mid-bass that turned heads and rattled eardrums. -
DS18 FRP-5K/TI – Compact Full-Range Class D Amplifier (5,000W RMS @ 1 Ohm)
This wasn’t just an amp—it was a precision-engineered sonic weapon. It unleashed every note with clean, aggressive power, ensuring nothing got lost in the chaos. -
DS18 PRO-HY8.4B – 8” Water-Resistant Mid-Range Loudspeaker with Built-in Driver (500W, 4 Ohm)
Weatherproof, road-tested, and tuned to perfection, these hybrid mid-range beasts delivered razor-sharp highs and deep, defined mids—no matter the conditions. -
DS18 PRO-CUBE10 – 10” Stackable Enclosure with PRO-EXL108 Driver
Designed for competition-level projection, this bass monster didn’t just hit hard—it pushed the limits of what motorcycle audio could do. -
DS18 DDX10.5CP – 10.5” Mechless Digital Media Receiver
The brains behind the operation, giving competitors total control over their sound systems with Apple CarPlay and Mirror Link integration.
The Future of Motorcycle Audio is DS18
Bagger Nationals 2025 was a defining moment for motorcycle audio, and DS18 was at the heart of it all. From The Sith Bagger and the WTF Bike to the Extreme Class’s no-limits battleground, nothing comes close to DS18.
Our cutting-edge amplifiers, high-output speakers, and next-level DSP tuning set a new benchmark, dominating multiple weight classes and leaving both judges and spectators blown away. DS18 was everywhere.
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