Ipod earbuds & a half shell helmet
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Joined: Sep 2010
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From: Phoenix '53, '88, '09 Big Twins
klaybus; have you looked @ the bar-mount speakers...?? Reason I ask is because over time earbuds + volume can cause problems. Take it from a guy w/tinnitus - constant ringing in the ears sux. Mine started w/loud planes on flightline, but listening to music w/headphones probably contributed to the problem...
resulting in lower over all noise exposure
mike
Intermediate
Joined: Nov 2011
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From: Tokyo
Best I ever found for riding has been Etymotic Research 'phones. Their earpiece design takes a little getting used to, but stays in your ears securely, blocks wind noise (serving as hearing protection) and they have great sound too boot.
They also make excellent headsets for a variety of smartphones. I use their hf3 headset on or off the bike.
They also make excellent headsets for a variety of smartphones. I use their hf3 headset on or off the bike.
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From: North East
Ear buds that block out wind noise also block out road noise and other sounds around you. Do you really think that's a great idea??? Don't want to hear that semi merging into your lane from behind. Really??
A lot of good choices for ear buds, however, unless the law has been changed, wearing 2 at a time is still illegal......and from this riders perspective....not smart!
Just my
A lot of good choices for ear buds, however, unless the law has been changed, wearing 2 at a time is still illegal......and from this riders perspective....not smart!
Just my
Tourer
Joined: Oct 2008
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From: Christiana, Tn
I found some Sony brand ones at Best Buy for under $20. The have foam rubber tips that you squeeze before putting them in your ear then they expand to fit your ear. Very much like safety ear plugs. But I would much rather listen to music through my cycle sounds handlebar system.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jan 2009
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I use Westone CR1 custom fit earbuds. I wear them with my FF helmet and can listen to music and talk on the phone and intercom with clarity at speeds well over 100 mph! I have my iPod and phone running through my Autocom communication system.
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From: Mountain Top, Alabama
In bluetooth for half helmet I enjoy a Motorola HD S10 "behind the neck" set that is outstanding. Big improvement over the previous model S9. Long battery life, very water resistant, and good phone quality under 50MPH or so. My Galaxy 2 smartphone is loaded with music, Pandora, XM, and of course Nav by Google Earth on the 4.3" screen. Easy controls on the side. This setup works for me...
Road Master
Joined: Sep 2011
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From: Long Island, NY
Prior to my full bagger days, I used to use Brookstone noise-isolating headphones. THey have a little plug that goes into your ear with different size plugs. They stayed in my ears, sealed out the wind noise and were comfortable. There are toms of plugs just like those. Many mentioned above.
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Joined: Dec 2010
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From: Jacksonville, NC
Ear buds that block out wind noise also block out road noise and other sounds around you. Do you really think that's a great idea??? Don't want to hear that semi merging into your lane from behind. Really??
A lot of good choices for ear buds, however, unless the law has been changed, wearing 2 at a time is still illegal......and from this riders perspective....not smart!
Just my
A lot of good choices for ear buds, however, unless the law has been changed, wearing 2 at a time is still illegal......and from this riders perspective....not smart!
Just my