SENA 20s???

[fjray]

I had the 10's and then upgraded to the 20. Nothing but trouble with the 20 and finally got warranty replacement from SENA. The second set works OK but only when it's in the mood. Is usually takes multiple tries to get music and intercom working. I've paired my phone to the gps and it says its working but it has only worked twice. I initially tried pairing the phone to the headset but then nothing worked period. Had to start from scratch. I think for what you pay they should work properly and be simple for old farts to figure out. I sure miss the wired headsets on the wing.

 

[Wing11]

Anyone have any experience with the SENA 20s helmet headsets?? Wondering which brand to buy.

20s evo is the latest model. DO NOT get the 30k.

 

[LeftCoast]

20s evo is the latest model. DO NOT get the 30k.

Why?

 

[Motorcycledave]

Yes WHY, have you had trouble with the 30K units ?
I have found usually it is operator error.

20s evo is the latest model. DO NOT get the 30k.

 

[youngers]

what are

what the heck are you guys talking about ? it is greek to me ... will give dave a call very soon , waiting on my r-t

 

[jcthorne]

Sounds to me like you got some BLEMS or seconds on ebay that may be your trouble, also $350 is lower than dealer cost.
try and return them for a set of number 1's
Dave

They come up an Amazon direct at that price pretty regularly. Direct, not third party sales. Sena sells direct on Amazon as well as a marketplace seller. They sometimes have great deals too. Brand new sealed product with full warranty.

We have 3 sets of them. In pairs they are terrific. In group mode they are a constant problem of noise, dropped connections etc.

 

[stmike 1800]

I am using the Freecom 2's ,once i git them figured out the work fine. Battery's last all day no problem , radio stations are weak about the same as the bike's radio . $ 300 Can at royal distributing ,should be a lot cheaper in the US ,

 

[Wing11]

Why?

30k does not have blue tooth overlay, 20s evo does. You can't talk to other bikers as listen to music ect. On 30k.
30k has mesh but does not work properly, you can here your music but it cuts out and you can't adjust the sensativity.

 

[jcthorne]

30k does not have blue tooth overlay, 20s evo does. You can't talk to other bikers as listen to music ect. On 30k.
30k has mesh but does not work properly, you can here your music but it cuts out and you can't adjust the sensativity.

First I had heard of this. Thanks for posting. I had been considering purchasing a pair of the 30k units to give them a try. Sounds like they are a step backwards.

FYI, the best 20 series version is the original 20S, not the evo. The evo battery life is MUCH shorter in use. We have one pair of them and they die at about 8hrs where the 20s, even at 3 yrs old and lots of use make 12hrs on a charge easy. Either one charges in less than 2 hours.

 

[Beer8]

I have the 10u in a Schuberth helmet. Works great

 

[JP58]

My 20s is ok at best. 2 riders ok. 3 or more nothing but popcorn poping noise. Drives you insane. We tried everything to make them work. Sena replaced under warranty. Nada no better. We just deal with them until someone makes a better trouble free unit. Not holding my breath.

 

[bhern]

FYI, the best 20 series version is the original 20S, not the evo. The evo battery life is MUCH shorter in use. We have one pair of them and they die at about 8hrs where the 20s, even at 3 yrs old and lots of use make 12hrs on a charge easy.

Speaking of the 20s, I've been getting a "Last Chance" ad for Can-Am gear on Facebook the past few days, and decided to click through to see if anything was at a price that would indicate they really were trying to unload it.

Didn't find that price, but did see they had both the 2-packs and single packs of the Sena 20s available, at $549.99 and $299.99 respectively. Not a great price -- I got mine at $330 from Cycle Gear when they were closing them out, and I think Motorcycle Dave had them for less when he still had stock, but if you agree with JC (and me) that the 20s is superior, you might want to check it out:

https://can-am.brp.com/on-road/shop/mens-more-ways-to-shop/last-chance.html

 

[ThreeWheels]

I upgraded from the SENA 10 generation (SMH-10) to the 20s recently.
I bought the 20s used from a member here.
I really like the 20s. Much quicker connection of the intercom. Wind noise cancelation makes for a cleaner sound.
I'm very happy with the units.
I had considered upgrading to the 30s, but heard bad reports on the battery life.

As always, my free advice comes with a double your money back guarantee.

 

[Clayvis]

We have used the SMH-10's for at least 5 years now...We live in Florida, so they get regular use. Super good battery life and sound. Switched from the speakers in helmet to the ear bud headset. Much better with ear buds. I never miss a word my wife says (even though I would like to sometimes!) No issues with these units, so not replacing until they wear out. Good product, not so sure about the newer stuff...