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What Budget Comms Systems are available/do you like?
I'm looking to add a Bluetooth comms system to my spare helmet. Are there any worthwhile systems under $300 that you guys like? Thanks.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 05-17-2024 at 06:39 PM.
Reason: Expanded title to briefly ask the question/s... ;-)
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Originally Posted by Dusterdude
I'm looking to add a Bluetooth comms system to my spare helmet. Are there any worthwhile systems under $300 that you guys like? Thanks.
HI Dusterdude,
I use U-Clear - https://www.ucleardigital.com/shop/h...em-single-kit/
I also used to use Sena 10S comms. The reason why I changed to U-Clear was that it has a better mesh technology.
I also use the U-Clear comm system on my sled helmet.
Deanna
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Cardo Spirit HD, works great. I put the boom mics in our modular helmets, as they work better than the puck mics.
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2018 RT Ltd Chrome - Champagne Metallic - Lake Stevens, Wa
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Things that move between machines: Ikea sheep skins, Zumo XT GPS, and extra tools. Hooker is going to be my summer trike up North; and Hookie my winter trike down South.
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I have a Sena 3S Plus Boom Microphone Kit installed in my modular helmet.
It's paired to my iPhone and to my handlebar mounted Garmin Zumo XT GPS so the driving directions play on the earphones.
I ride solo, so it's not paired to another headset, although it does have that capability.
The headset sells for US $99.
Last edited by racoon; 05-17-2024 at 08:20 PM.
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2023 Spyder RT Limited Carbon Black
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Cool, thanks everyone. I'll check them out
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 05-18-2024 at 07:21 AM.
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My wife got the Sena SF1 for about $110; I was jealous as I paid a lot more for my Sena 50R; and I think hers has better sound than my 50R, it just doesn't have mesh communications - which I have yet to use once, unlike the Bluetooth comms which my wife and I use regularly.
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2022 RT Sea To Sky
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Over the years and seven Spyders I have used, Cardo, Sena, and Nolan n-comm.
My favorite of the bunch were the Sena units. They had mostly trouble free operation, slightly longer range, clarity of volume, and for me, zero issues or problems.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
Previously : 2008 GS-SM5 (silver), 2009 RS-SE5 (red), 2010 RT-S Premier Editon #474 (black) 2011 RT A&C SE5 (magnesium) 2014 RTS-SE6 (yellow)
MY FINAL TALLY: 7 Spyders, 15 years, 205,500 miles
IT HAS BEEN A LONG, WONDERFUL, AND FUN RIDE.
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I have been using the Fodsport M1S Plus for two years now. No complaints but I have not tried a more expensive unit to make a comparison.
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I've tried several different brands over the years, but I always come back to Sena. I have had several Sena units that had flaws out of the box, but Sena customer service was helpful and replaced the problem units with minimal fuss. Once the problems were sorted out, they worked very well.
2020 RTL SE6
Previously 2008 GS SM5 and 2014 RT SE6
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I ordered the sena sf2,we'll see how it goes.thanks everyone
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I use the Sena 20s evo. Works great for communicating with riding buddies. Listening to music could use more volume.
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We just bought (and are using) Lexin GTX. We just use it as intercom and to take phone calls. Works great for the price ($189 at Amazon).
(All GPS and music is routed through the bike speakers, so I can't comment on connectivity to the Spyder's bluetooth)
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I just replaced my aged Cardo system (Scala Rider Q2. it still works but the plastic/rubber on the transmitters/receivers has broken down and is sticky as hell and won't clean off!) with the Cardo Freecom 2X system.
I wouldn't call the Freecom a budget system at $345 for the dual system though, it's on sale at that price.
Just last night I installed the system in my helmet, I'll do my wife's today.
My initial impression? WOW! WOW! WOW!
Sound by JBL and they nailed it! My tired old ears are loving the sound, and it goes PLENTY loud with no distortion!!!
I can't speak about the intercom or using it out in the real world, yet, but I will!
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2023 F3 LTD Special Series.
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I have Sena Spyder RT1 comms. They are about 2 years old, and battery is weak. I asked Sena about a replacement battery, and they indicated none were available. The idea is to replace the comms if the battery fails. I can't buy the comms attachment separately, so end up with duplicate speakers, mic, etc. Not sure if other manufacturers are similar.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 05-24-2024 at 06:50 AM.
2019 F3 base
Shad saddlebags with Admore led light kit
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Interesting.
Google took me down a deep hole, until I stopped trying to find a replacement battery for my Sena 3S Plus system, and looked instead for a replacement battery for a Sena Spider RT1 system.
I did find listings for replacement batteries for the RT1 system, which kind of makes sense, as it has the little "box" that attaches to the side of the helmet.
My guess is that the battery is inside the "box".
Does the charging cable plug into the "box"?
The Sena 3S Plus system that I have has no "box", and consists only of the boom microphone, two earphones, and some wires.
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You tube is a great place to find info as is the web. I found a site that had pics and description on how to wire in a plug for ear buds. I use in ear monitors, the act kind of like ear plugs to know out wind noise and have better sound than typical ear buds. I have seen some videos on changing the batteries in the SMH 10 SENA which I have. So I would think there probably info out there for your units.
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