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16 Jan 21, 00:35 AM
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Notgotone
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Crossrunner Pro
Posts: 166
comms
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January 24, 2018, 10:29:38 AM
Hi just wondering what if anything members are using or can recommend comms wise for phone and GPS ie Scala, Midland has anyone tried the cheap E bay ones with any success.
Thanks Les
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Skids
Crossrunner Master
Posts: 1311
Bike: 2018 800X
City / Town: Hitchin
Country: UK
Re: comms
Reply #1 on:
January 24, 2018, 12:03:41 PM
I've used Sena for several years and would heartily recommend them.
If you go for the cheap option, don't be surprised if it turns out to be cheap.
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gbrand42
Crossrunner Member
Posts: 43
Bike: 2017 VFR800X
City / Town: Ashford, Kent
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Re: comms
Reply #2 on:
January 24, 2018, 12:53:44 PM
+1 for Sena, I have it built in to my Shoei helmet, you would hardly know it was there. Works perfectly for me.
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JohnG
Crossrunner Pro
Posts: 120
Bike: '16 VFR800XF
City / Town: Weston-sup-Mare
Country: UK
Re: comms
Reply #3 on:
January 24, 2018, 01:50:24 PM
Me too regarding the Sena built into my Shoei Neotec, but I also use a Scala-Q1 with a Shoei GT-Air. Both work well, though especially regarding the Sena 10U it is not possible to use the Radio RDS-AF function as it's too sensitive and keeps switching frequencies even when receiving a strong signal. Contacted Sena who apologised but told me that it's not possible to reduce the sensitivity of this feature.
My only complaint with all of these systems being the learning curve regarding various functions all actioned through a couple of buttons.
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Skids
Crossrunner Master
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Re: comms
Reply #4 on:
January 24, 2018, 03:49:32 PM
If want to listen to the radio, I use the TuneIn app on my phone.
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R3aper
Crossrunner Junior
Posts: 4
Bike: VFR800X
City / Town: Stoke
Country: UK
Re: comms
Reply #5 on:
January 25, 2018, 08:25:59 PM
Another +1 for Sena.
Connects to my phone, my Satnav and to the wife's Sena headset and works flawlessly.
Not the cheapest but no regrets spending the money.
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Si Click
Crossrunner Master
Posts: 301
Bike: Honda VFR 800 X
Country: UK
Re: comms
Reply #6 on:
January 27, 2018, 09:10:50 AM
Sena again. I have had mine for some years and it works really well. For radio I use iPlayer which now has a function that will play sequential episodes of drama or a comedy series, but then I tend to listen to Radio 4 and 4+. For music I use Amazon which has built in playlists.
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mplacona
Crossrunner Member
Posts: 25
Bike: 17’ 800X
City / Town: London
Country: UK
Re: comms
Reply #7 on:
January 29, 2018, 07:39:30 PM
I have the Scala-Q3 and Q1. Never had any problems with them. Connects perfectly to my sat nav and mobile, and between themselves for rider-pillion comms.
I wouldn't recommend the cheap eBay options, you get what you paid for...
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v8guy
Crossrunner Master
Posts: 294
Bike: 2015 R1200RS
City / Town: London
Country: UK
Re: comms
Reply #8 on:
January 30, 2018, 11:00:00 AM
One of the true joys of riding a motorcycle, to my mind, is the peace and tranquility inside the helmet that comes with riding. Earplugs are the only thing I'd ever wear in my ears for a ride. Each to their own, I guess!
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JohnG
Crossrunner Pro
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Bike: '16 VFR800XF
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Re: comms
Reply #9 on:
January 30, 2018, 11:24:31 AM
Originally Posted by
v8guy
One of the true joys of riding a motorcycle, to my mind, is the peace and tranquility inside the helmet that comes with riding. Earplugs are the only thing I'd ever wear in my ears for a ride. Each to their own, I guess!
I always felt the same and have only used ear plugs for years. It was only when I bought a decent headset to use with my Sat Nav that I had the chance to try riding to the radio. I don't have it on all the time but for long motorway trips it does come in useful.
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