Follow on to this thread:
https://sigforum.com/eve/forums...935/m/6570028664/p/1

Now that I have a new (to me) helmet.
Thinking about some form of bluetooth device to add.

Currently, I've tried a pair of bluetooth headphones (earbuds), and while they're a pain to get them in & where they need to be, it seemed to work pretty well & the mic was serviceable on a short call to my wife (stopped & called, pocketed the phone & continued on).

Added benefit here, is the earplug-like nature of these earbuds, just not sure if they're too quiet (I frequently use them while mowing & have used on flights, and they do a good job of cutting out the engine noise in both cases).

What are you guys using, if you are? Sena, Cardo, bluetooth earbuds, N/A just earplugs, other?

I'm on a fairing/windshield-less Indian Scout, so any form of bar-mounted option isn't the direction I'm wanting to go.

FYI I run a wired set on my HD RG, would love to have BT, but for the cost to eliminate a wire it's not worth the upgrade.

Sena makes the HD BT headsets, they get good reviews and have good sound, Scala is a quality setup.

I don't run either due to the way the HD HK radio interfaces on my bike so can't give first hand experience, just what I've read...

I think the main benefit of BT helmets is for two up riding so you can talk to your passenger. I am still wired up, since I dont carry a passenger. I would go Scala if I went BT, since a riding buddy has a Scala system and I have watched his work well.

We've been pleased with Sena devices in several helmets over the last few years.

Thanks so far.
Not opposed to a wired setup, and the Scorpion EXO is set up for that as well; I assume you run the wire from a pants/jacket pocket to the helmet device?

I picked this up last summer
https://www.amazon.com/Motorcy...E%2Caps%2C216&sr=8-8

And am very happy with them so far. This is not hi fidelity sound, but cruising the back roads with you favorite tunes is pretty sweet. I don't care if someone calls me as I'm riding and have only taken one call. The person calling said they could hear me fine and vice versa. I mostly wanted something to try out and this checks the boxes for me.

Cheers~

Been using Sena for many years. Been using this for 2 years. Works excellently. Will take you some time to get it installed but not terriblly difficult.

https://www.revzilla.com/motor...0r-bluetooth-headset

The low profile on the Sena is appealing, guessing that's why the battery pack is mounted at the rear?

The BT-S3 looks decent too, for a budget option.

Been using Sena for a while. Listen to music and talk on the phone with it. People have no idea your on a bike doing 70 MPH when talking to them.

I use earbuds with it on a half helmet.

I've had two Sena systems.

The current favorite of the community seems to be the Cardosystems packtalk.

The Sena is proprietary but the Cardo can interface with other manufacturers that use the open standard.

Sena user here. One of the things I like about the Sena 20 is the built in FM radio tuner, which I use everyday. The phone connection is pretty good too, especially outgoing. I sometimes wish the speakers were louder, but people on the other end can always hear me loud and clear. I rarely use it for bike to bike comm so I can't comment on that aspect, but I have heard they can be a PITA to pair with multiple users.

I use a Sena 10s and a Shoei RF-1200 full face. For music it's world's better with earplugs in. The windnoise that slips in the helmet destroys the low frequencies and some cheap foam plugs bring them back.

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Originally posted by mark60:
I use a Sena 10s and a Shoei RF-1200 full face. For music it's world's better with earplugs in. The windnoise that slips in the helmet destroys the low frequencies and some cheap foam plugs bring them back.

Good point. I’ve used earplugs since I started riding road bikes (20+ years ago) as I don’t want to lose my hearing. Very good point. It’s like ears when shooting. Unless you are using a can, protect your ears.

I've got a Sena that I use for communications on road trips. I run a set of earbuds from the port on the Sena. The sound quality from the helmet speakers is OK for a phone call, but not great for music. I also like the added protection from wind noise provided by the earbuds. I link the Sena to my iPhone via Bluetooth and have comms, music, and GPS without wires dangling.

Another Sena user here. Been using it for 4-5 years and it's great. I use it to communicate with both my passenger & other riding buddies who have the same system. Also easy to make and receive calls, listen to music, etc. I've found that the speakers it comes with are pretty good for everything.

I have been using a Sena headset for years. My girlfriend had one as does my primary riding buddy. I couldn’t be more happy and their customer service has been top notch even when the set was out of warranty and I broke something on it.

I have a Schuberth helmet, so I got the original bluetooth for it, but over time the battery wouldn't hold a charge.

I recently replaced it with a Sena system specific for my helmet.

Very pleased so far. It has universal connection so I can link to anyone with it and it does away with the stalk microphone.

Placement of the speakers is crucial, they need to be directly over over ear canal.

Thanks for all the replies. Sena definitely seems the favorite.

May give the BT-S3 a shot & if it works well, move it to a spare helmet down the road & upgrade to a Sena or Cardo.

I have the Sena 30k and the Harley-Davidson 30k units. I’m very pleased with both units. I also have purchased additional mounts ($80) so that between my 3 helmets I only have to swap the controller.

The only downside I’ve found is during long rides, make sure you are fully charged.

Been using a SENA set up for years now. Can't beat it, 7 years and I have only replaced the microphone once. I live in SW Florida and pretty much ride everyday.