| Author | Message | ||
     Sparky |
It's about time somebody came up with something like this.  It uses Bluetooth to wirelessly connect your iPod, mp3 player or sound source to the device that fits on, not inside, the helmet! The TuneBug Shake model is presently made for bicycle or skateboard helmets where they claim sound quality is pretty loud and clear. But I'd think it wouldn't work so well with motorcycle helmets as there is more insulation and padding which might tend to muffle the music especially at the higher frequencies. The company, PLX Devices, indicates they are working on one for motorcycle helmets. That'd be cool if they can get it to work at highway speeds. Anybody using one of these with a motorcycle helmet? Verdict? | ||
| Pwnzor |
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| Ft_bstrd |
That's cool. I'd love to give that a try. I like to use ear plugs and don't like the cords that go with ear buds. | ||
| Froggy |
Wow. Seriously? There have been similar products on the market for years, and none of them as stupid as that. (Message edited by froggy on October 20, 2010) | ||
| Greg_e |
It would be great in gaming for when you get shot in the head! I would suggest not buying this as I doubt it really works, especially not with wind noise. | ||
| Ft_bstrd |
The idea isn't bad, but the execution may be lacking in a motorcycle application. I've not found a comfortable solution to in helmet music. I don't like ear buds and speakers in the helmet aren't comfortable. Part of the benefit of this solution is that it provides bone conductive capabilities by routing the sound through the helmet and into your head. | ||
| Ratbuell |
Hm. I don't even know the speakers for my Scala Rider G4 are in there, until I turn the music on or the phone rings. Theory on the shell speaker is neat...but I doubt very practical especially at speed. | ||
| Aeholton |
I have a tunebug shake. Not quite loud enough when at highway speeds. It works great at slow stop and go riding in town though. | ||
| Sparky |
Just visualizing here, but I can foresee an extension of this technology, if they can perfect it, to where you stick the sound transducer to, say the windshield of your 1125R or Uly, and proceed to crank up the volume of your favorite tunes just like a bagger with an 80 watt stereo, I'll betcha. It's not science fiction anymore, guys... | ||
| Danger_dave |
All those bagger stereos are pretty much useless (with a helmet on) over 50mph. To hear it you have to be mobile noise pollution. | ||
| Mr_grumpy |
Eh? What's that again? Express news can infect the steering? Well I can't say as I'd noticed. What? About half past three. What? Yes, you too. | ||
| Maximum |
I'm waiting for the Scala Rider G5 (or G4+...whatever it will be called) to come out...the one with an output jack for in-ear monitors. Then I will get some CEP's (like what I use with my Army flight helmet) custom made with a 3.5 mm stereo plug. This way I will have very good audio sound quality, noise protection, an no wires dangling (the CEP's will be just long enough to attach the Scala Rider. This will be an ideal solution for me. . | ||
| Froggy |
Properly installed helmet speakers are undetectable. | ||
| Hybridmomentspass |
All those bagger stereos are pretty much useless (with a helmet on) over 50mph. I disagree with this comment, recently did almost 2k miles on a 09 ultra with a full face helmet, had zero problem hearing the radio at a reasonable volume. And it was very clear, heard it really well, not distorted etc | ||
| Swordsman |
I like ear buds, since they double as wind noise reduction earplugs. Seems like a fine idea for low speed helmets though. | ||
| Jaimec |
I have speakers in my Nolan N103, and you'd never even know they were there. I've tried speakers in the past in my various Arai helmets and they were just flat out uncomfortable. Having a helmet actually designed to accommodate speakers makes all the difference in the world. | ||
| Reducati |
i have an arai helmet as well..any brand recommendations 4 helmet speakers? | ||
| Mdoughten |
Camos BTS-200 works well for me. http://www.benchmarkhelmets.com/products/imc-camos -bts-series_52/bts-200_82.html | ||
| Chadhargis |
True...but they sound like crap. I don't like wires hanging out of my helmet because it never fails that I end up pulling an earbud out while I'm riding which sucks. I've tried LOTS of helmet speakers. They work fine if you like the sound of an old GM 4x10" pickup truck speaker played at full volume with the windows down going 80mph. No bass...absolutely NONE. Hanging about 10 feet from my motorcycle is my other passion....  Helmet speakers don't cut it. This might come close though.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saYvEraVL9A&feature=player_embedded#! (Message edited by chadhargis on October 23, 2010) | ||
| Pammy |
Maximum, The upgrade will be an add on(plug in ear buds). I hear they will be available by January. The G4's will remain the same. | ||
| Maximum |
That is good news Pam. Currently I use an Autocom system with ear monitors...sounds great...but I'm ready for a cleaner system that can handle the BT stuff. I know I missed your group purchase deal...but I'm in Iraq now. I'll give you a shout when I return in the spring. | ||
| Danger_dave |
>>I disagree with this comment,<< Interesting. I've done extended tours on an Electra glide, Ultra classic and a Victory Vision and the stereos were useless outside the metro area in an Arai. They were great around town in a half-face Davida, but the wind noise coming off the bodywork was as loud as the stereo in the full face over 50. Maybe a rider's height thing. (Message edited by danger_dave on October 23, 2010) | ||
| Ft_bstrd |
My problem with ear buds is that I can't keep them in. As soon as I turn my head, I yank them out. It could be that my people are born without necks. | ||
| Danger_dave |
Not all buds are created equal. Some work better for me than others in the stay put stakes. Those by Sony I find to be the best solution. | ||
| Hybridmomentspass |
danger - maybe. I've ridden in an Arai and HJC with shields open and closed, both sounded fine. I am 5'9", maybe height does play into it, how you sit in the seat etc | ||
| Danger_dave |
I reckon that's it - you're in the 'bubble' - I sit in the buffet zone. (and I go back for seconds!) :-) | ||
| Mikexlr650 |
didn't they have something similar for pilots during WWII? |
