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Old Nov 27, 2021 | 06:53 PM
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Best Intercom Communication System?
Just about to buy one but there are several like Cardo, Sena, etc.,
Any recommendations?
 
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Old Nov 27, 2021 | 08:42 PM
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I don't own any of these yet, but have done quite a bit of research. Cardo Pactalk gets the best reviews, has the least amount of connection problems, more features, and better sound quality. That's what I'll be going with.
 
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I have been using a Sena 10S dual pack I bought for the wife and I in July of 2018 - I guess it is kind of outdated now but it still works fine and pairs up with my friends that have Sena newer models. It is simple and we can easily switch to music or intercom with one push of the center button, so for me it works great. The battery has always lasted longer than I can ride. I just saw the dual pack on Amazon for $320.
 
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Given your bike - and, no apparent integration with a sound system, I might suggest the Cardo PacTalk Bold. This will allow you to connect to music on your phone as well as other riders.

If you had a Boom Box, I might have suggested you consider the Harley system. I have an Ultra Classic and still went with the Cardo
 
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Originally Posted by Oliver74
Best Intercom Communication System?
Just about to buy one but there are several like Cardo, Sena, etc.,
Any recommendations?
What type helmet do you have? Reason I ask is - I sent my helmet to Sierra Electronics and, they installed my Cardo unit. Great fit.

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Old Nov 28, 2021 | 09:54 AM
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J & M. Been using their products since the 1980's. They work well and John the owner of the company stands behind what he sells. You can call, and actually talk to the owner.
 
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Old Nov 28, 2021 | 10:00 AM
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I have Cardo Pack Talk Bold. There are four of us who have these and it is nice for our small group rides. I have ear buds plugged in and listen to music from my phone while traveling. The others will speak and we can all hear. If you are just gonna have this to talk to your passenger, then cost and range may come into play. Personally I like Cardo, but many others have good results with other makers. Do some google searches as well.
 
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Old Nov 28, 2021 | 02:33 PM
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I have Pack Talk bold and am very happy with it!
 
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Old Nov 28, 2021 | 03:43 PM
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Cardo by far the best in many ways. But if you plan to use it with the HD system and or the WHIM then more home work is needed HD brand SENA are designed to work with the HD hardware and software. I wish Cardo was. I have SENA S20's and EVO. And still Have my Cardo Q3's The old Cardo are still effective but new system have a lot long battery life. Cardo will pair with WHIM and work but you can not control them with the HD software.
 

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My wife and I use the Cardo Packtalk Bolds on our bikes. They work great, no connection issues, and hold a charge for several hours. What is nice about the Packtalks is you can keep your intercom through the Packtalk's speakers, but still stream your music source to the radio on the bike, if that is your thing.
 
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