Helmet question
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Road Master
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From: Oceanside, California
Helmet question
I have a HJC Modular and the thing is so loud that I need to get a new one, I
still have the original pipes so they are not that loud.
I do want to get the sena so I can communicate with the gf on the back, what
do you guys use that is quiet and you can hear in with the sena?
I do think I'll stay away from the modular ones thou.
still have the original pipes so they are not that loud.
I do want to get the sena so I can communicate with the gf on the back, what
do you guys use that is quiet and you can hear in with the sena?
I do think I'll stay away from the modular ones thou.
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 942
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From: Grew up in Texas, moved to AZ
I have a HJC Modular and the thing is so loud that I need to get a new one, I
still have the original pipes so they are not that loud.
I do want to get the sena so I can communicate with the gf on the back, what
do you guys use that is quiet and you can hear in with the sena?
I do think I'll stay away from the modular ones thou.
still have the original pipes so they are not that loud.
I do want to get the sena so I can communicate with the gf on the back, what
do you guys use that is quiet and you can hear in with the sena?
I do think I'll stay away from the modular ones thou.
I have a Sena (not the latest version) and really like it. The speakers are awesome, and I can easily listen above my Propipes. It is a great accessory, especially on long trips. We don't have to do the hand gestures on where to turn, get gas, etc... entering a new town. You can pair up to 4 people, and probably more on the newer versions. The speaker works well with full face helmets. It's harder to hear a person who has a half face, due to the wind.
Here's a pic of my helmet. Don't be fooled by the pic, it's really a nice black helmet underneath the sprayed on white plastic dip. White is the most visible color. If I get tired of it, I could always go to pink. :-)
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 283
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From: WV
I recently bought the HJC IS Max II and IS 33 II for OL. Paired them with the sena 20s. So far I could not be happier. I have supertrapp 2 to 1 and have no issues hearing my music, the OL or with phone calls. I am sure there are better helmets out there but I wanted a modular and the HJC fit my head well. First modular for me and I can already tell you this, I will never go back to a full face for a cool weather helmet. Also bought a HJC IS cruiser for hot days and plan to use ear buds with the Sena. I had to play with the speakers by adding the spacer and the foam pads to get the best sound but I am happy with it... from all I have read on the sena speaker placement is crucial for good sound. Also read that the optional chin curtain helps with noise. I bought it for when it's really cold but have not felt the need to use it.
Advanced
Joined: May 2017
Posts: 96
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From: Houston, TX
+1 for Shoei. I ran HJCs for 15+ years...until I won $1K worth of Shoei gear from Revzilla (a helmet for me and the Mrs.). After owning the Shoei, I won't go back. It's quieter, lighter, and breaths better! Shop around for the best deal, but I like Revzilla's customer service (long before they gave me free stuff).
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2014
Posts: 786
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From: Grand Prairie
i used to run a Bilt Modular from Cycle Gear and put a Sena 20s on it. After a recent wreck, I had to get a new helmet. I got the exact same Bilt helmet, but this one comes with an integrated Sena. Honestly cant comment much on how it's working out as I havent been able to ride again yet. However i have tested it's connectivity with Siri (iphone) and it seems to work fine.
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From: Bedford UK
See if you can find a shop who has a trained helmet fitter! Made a big difference for us, especially for Mrs B. Some of the noise may simply be because your helmet is a poor fit and is not sealing well around your ears. A trained fitter will be able to check that and offer better options. We have Schuberth helmets, with their built-in blue-tooth intercoms.
Last edited by grbrown; May 19, 2017 at 04:39 PM.
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