Communication Helmet to Helmet

[Harley]

We are considering purchasing helmet to helmet communication and would like some pointers good and bad. We are new owners and I need my navigator to keep me going the right direction. (back-seat driver, you know)

 

[NancysToy]

There are both wired and wireless systems. I prefer wired Starcom1), but many others do not. I would only consider the best systems, for best noise reduction and sound quality.

Wired:
Starcom1
Autocom
Baehr

Wireless:
Sena SMH10
Cardo Scala G4 or new G9

 

[hawkiii]

We use an AutoCom wired system. Don't have to worry about batteries dying on Bluetooth. Sometimes we have long days riding when we travel and don't want to lose communications.

 

[SPYD1]

I have the SMH10 system and love them. I listen to music, gps, phone and oh yeah the wife. Some benefits vary with all. The wired units, I believe, some else could verify, run off the batteries on the bike verses wireless have to deal with battery life which is 4-5 hours.

 

[SpydermanCT]

We have the Sena SMH10 and find it to be very user friendly and works well. I have helmet to helmet, GPS and my cell phone paired.

 

[rhansen309]

We have the Scala Team Set Pro. It is a wireless bluetooth system. We have not taken any day long trip, longest has been about four hours but the book says they should last 8 hours on a single charge. They also come with a cable to connect to an MP3 player. Have fun!!

 

[Elwood58]

We have the Scala Team Set Pro. It is a wireless bluetooth system. We have not taken any day long trip, longest has been about four hours but the book says they should last 8 hours on a single charge. They also come with a cable to connect to an MP3 player. Have fun!!

We also have this set. It works great.

 

[Grandpa Spyder]

SENA SMH10 here also. Nothing but praise for them.

 

[Squadcarman]

Cardo Scala Rider G4

We like ours. We get long (6hours plus) talk time and clear communication. You must have the mic right in front of your mouth to work well. Real easy to install.

 

[Dustybell]

We had a wired headset and didn't like it at all. Two months ago, we purchased the Sena SMH10 and just love them. My husband has a 3/4 helmet and I have one with a face shield and we can hear each other at highway speeds with no problem.

I have talked to people on the phone and they never knew I was on the spyder.

I just did the firmware update that is supposed to allow conference intercom conversations. Haven't tried this out yet.

I don't think you can go wrong with either the sena or scala.

 

[NancysToy]

.....The wired units, I believe, some else could verify, run off the batteries on the bike verses wireless have to deal with battery life which is 4-5 hours.

Yes, the wired units run off the vehicle power supply.

 

[5PYD3R]

I may also be looking for a communication system. I am going to be taking a trip to Long Island, NY from Michigan in June with my buddy. Was looking at a system for the gf and I on my bike but would also use on the trip and give one headset to my buddy for the trip. What would the recommendation be there? I see one post said batteries last 4-5 hrs and this trip will be 12hrs one way. Could it be easily turned on and off when needed? I have no experience with these at all.

 

[SPYD1]

SMH10 Battery life restated

I may not have been clear on battery life so before someone corrects me, the battery life is said to be about 12 hrs talk time and 10 days stand by. Mine is reduced as I am constantly listening to music.

 

[SPYD1]

I may also be looking for a communication system. I am going to be taking a trip to Long Island, NY from Michigan in June with my buddy. Was looking at a system for the gf and I on my bike but would also use on the trip and give one headset to my buddy for the trip. What would the recommendation be there? I see one post said batteries last 4-5 hrs and this trip will be 12hrs one way. Could it be easily turned on and off when needed? I have no experience with these at all.

This is where the wireless Sena, for example com in handy as they can be moved easily. Yes, then turn off easily. My son races Mustangs and he wears one set on his helmet and his woman (haha) has a headset option that she wears to stay in contact with him. I believe the new software allows you to hook up with 5 others. You can also listen to music during standby times and it automatically interrupts the music to talk.

 

[tofriendscreek]

We're using Nolan N-Com. Excellent results for us. Bluetooth helmet to helmet, GPS, phone and battery has lasted all day long.


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[ARtraveler]

I have the now obsolete Scala 2's. Going on my second year with this set. Will probably move up to the 9's when the time comes.

 

[eddieshep999]

I have the Sena SMH10 Bluetooth system - They are excellent
I used mine on a European trip to Germany with a friend on his motorcycle (Non Spyder) - We connected them up
and it was great being able to communicate with each other all the time

I did not find they ran out of power during a full days use - There is the option to connect them up to a normal 12volt
outlet to alllow charging when in use anyway

My Sena SMH10 is connected to my ZUMO 660 which gives Voice directions, Music and Phone connection + I have
Bluetooth my Spyder RT -S onboard Radio system via a Bluetooth transmiiter (Sony) into the SMH10 System as well
as yet I have not used the intercom function but will do when my wife travels with me - it has been tested and again
is excellent

I had always used Autocom systems on previous Motorcycle and they were excellent but as it was hard wired and powered by the motorcycles 12volt system direct, eveytime you mounted and dismounted the motorycle you had to connect and disconnect them - After time the connections became loose and did effect the quality of the sound being received

Having now experienced the latest Bluetooth system I would not go back to a hard wired system and at least the
latest Sena SMH10 can be Firmware updated always allowing for the latest functions and facilities to be utilised

Hope this helps

Eddie Sheppard
Reading UK

Spyder – RT-S SES (AUTO 2010 Model)


List of Mods :-
Added Zuno 660 - Garmin kit as supplied on the Spyder RT Limited
Digital Voltmeter and Digital Clock to replace Fuel and Temp gauge – Fuel and Temp now
displayed in Cluster Display
LED Bulbs Reversing Lights,Front position lights
HMT - Brake Light
Full Size Brake Pedal by Steve = TricLed.com
LED – Running lights
LED - Mud Flap lights
Rear extended Mud Flap
LED Light in Rear Trunk
Elka Shocks Stage 1 +R – Front and Rear
Shock Covers
Track Rod Covers
Spyderpops – BumpSkid .Missing Belt Guard & New Funk weatherstrip
BaJaRon – Custom Ignition Wire Set + NGK 2 Iridium DCPR8EIX. Spark Plugs
K&N Air Filter
Sport Tall Wide Clear Windshield – Cut down to 24” High
Chrome 2011 Front Lower Wind deflecors
Utopia Backrest
S/S Seat Prop
S/S Handlebar Weights
S/S Grills both sides matching
Bottom Panel S/S Protection
S/S stronger Funk Lid brackets
S/S Bracket for RBNS Hood for Zumo 660 GPS + TourTech Lockable Mount
Mirrors Zipped tied for added potection
Rubber Tank protector on glove box
Grip Puppies
Switch in Swith Cluster for Manual Fan operation
Power Socket in Switch Cluster and at Rear passenger Handrail
Rear Speaker Switch for passenger On/OFF
Upgraded Front/Rear J&M Speakers
Bluetooth Via Sony transmitter TMR- BT10 - On board Radio to Sena SMH10 Headsets

 

[bikeguy]

I have the now obsolete Scala 2's. Going on my second year with this set. Will probably move up to the 9's when the time comes.

This is what we use, also. We have been very pleased with them but we use them for intercom only. On one trip, we used them from about 8:00 AM to around 5:00 PM and they were only turned off during lunch, about 45 minutes. Then I forgot to charge them overnight and was pleasantly surprised when the batteries lasted all the next day from about 7:30 AM until about 5:00 PM with about 1 1/2 hours turned off for lunch and breaks. But battery life is still a valid consideration that would not be a problem with the wired units. Like akspyderman, I will probably go to the 9's when/if I replace them but I would also consider the Sena's. Scotty, I'd probably jerk my head off when I got off and forgot to unplug the wired ones.

Cotton

 

[sandrunr1]

We have the Scala 2. Battery life is about a week as I dont turn it on so I dont have to listen to my wife when I miss a turn. :roflblack:

 

[Sny]

I have to throw my 2 cents in for the Uclear boomless headsets. Easy to use, tiny little things, waterproof, best noise reduction (ride no windshield, helmet flipped up, 60mph, no wind noise on the other side.) We've done 12 hour days with the intercom open the whole time and never killed the batteries. Not sure how long they last really. Longer than I'll use them for in a given day.

Best feature tho, no boom in your face. No boom to adjust or knock out of adjustment.