The liner on the Sena Savage is fairly basic but it is fully removable and washable (just as well since there isn’t any ventilation in there!). It’s also very comfortable according to owners – as long as you’re a medium oval head shape.

Although a more expensive method of production it can often result in a slight increase in helmet weight. (58) Some Bluetooth helmets now offer voice commands, for answering a phone call, for example. The variety of these is increasing all the time and it’s well worth investigating. The more you can keep your hands on the handlebars — particularly in traffic — the better. Range

Cologne, Germany (16 March 2022)– Sena Technologies, Inc.,leading company in Bluetooth communication technology for the two wheels is launching on the market its new smart helmet Outstar S. Helmet fit is extremely subjective, so always try any lid on (or other biking gear) before you buy. I find the Savage to be very comfortable with no pressure points; If anything it’s perhaps slightly on the large side for me, but not to the extent that I’d consider going down to a small.

Caberg Flyon | The Flyon is another true ‘jet’ with a full-length visor. It appears to be discontinued now, though they are still available in stores at some good prices. Our riding instructor reviewer was impressed. The benefit of this type of strap is that it ensures correct strap tension at all times and cannot be inadvertently released. (44) In comparison to the quietest helmets overall (including full face helmets), it probably ranks around average. But that’s very quiet for an open face and a great performance by Shoei’s engineers. Ventilation (more about helmet ventilation)What’s not quite so great apparently, is that the corresponding rear air vent is actually just a couple of small holes, thereby apparently restricting the air flow a little overall, according to one owner. The original J-Cruise was very well received with hardly any areas of weakness reported. So now it’s on with that difficult follow up: to try and replace the J-Cruise with a helmet that’s even better than the original. It’s fair to say that Shoei has made quite a bit of effort with the aero of the J-Cruise II, wind tunnel sculpting it to reduce drag and hence noise. They’ve also pushed some ear pads inside and made the visor fit tighter, slightly re-shaping it to divert the air. All of which should reduce noise when you’re riding. It’s a shame you can’t update the Sena via your smartphone, but like many current electronic devices, you’ll need to plug it into a computer. Fortunately the PC or Mac Device Manager software is easy to install on your computer and guides you through the process. There’s only been one update necessary in the several months I’ve been using the helmet, and that was to introduce iOS13 compatibility.

Couple that with the fact that the old J-Cruise helmet was highly rated for ventilation anyhow, even with just that single vent up top. The three-button control on the helmet’s left side is simple and intuitive. Most of the system’s major functions are mapped to a single button press. Here at Bennetts BikeSocial, we believe in giving you as much information as possible, and as owner experience can be really valuable, we surveyed more than 2,000 BikeSocial members to find out what they thought of the lids they ride in. The J-Cruise II also uses a metal micrometric fastener; which are particularly easy to use – just always ensure the strap adjustor’s tightened up from time to time so your helmet doesn’t have the chance to come loose.

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Never leave your helmet on your bike’s tank, as the fuel vapour can damage the polystyrene liner. And don’t put it on the wing mirror, as that can dent the inside, and it’ll make it dirty. Stuffing your gloves inside is a no-no as well –not only do they add dirt, the Velcro fasteners will pull at the liner. In addition to and as a result of producing technically innovative products for enthusiasts, Sena has come to be the Bluetooth communication supplier of choice for the industry’s leading motorcycle and helmet OEMs. Leveraging our longstanding design and development expertise, Sena has partnered with many other manufacturers to bring Bluetooth communication to a wide variety of brands and retailers. Sena’s products are offered worldwide through its global network of distributors, retailers and OEM partners. From a dead battery, it takes 3 hours to fully charge and is, according to owners, usually good for a full day’s riding, chatting or music streaming. Sena Savage Video The higher the number of sizes used the more secure and accurate the fit as opposed to simply adding extra padding for smaller heads and less for larger heads.

But if you’re a touring rider who’s often on the road for days at a time, battery life might be a much more important factor in your decision. Think about how you’ll use the device when figuring out how much extra battery life is worth to you. Control Scheme Bluetooth motorcycle helmets rely on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Depending on the model, you’ll generally get between 5 and 8 hours of continuous talk time — so you can use it pretty much all day — and a week or more on standby. You can’t damage the battery by recharging it, however frequently you do it, so it’s not a bad idea to get into the habit of topping it up overnight. Sound quality If you’re looking to fit a bluetooth headset to your J-Cruise II, it’s designed to work with the SCL 1 or 2 set that’s been developed by Sena and Shoei to integrate with their helmets. Scorpion helmets are well known for style, quality, and killer value, and the EXO-GT930 EXO-COM Transformer is sure to live up to that standard.

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One feature that does annoy a few owners is the in-built system audio commands. Because they’re not governed by the volume control, they can be much louder than everything else. Battery/Charging Micro USB connector/charger pops out of the chin strap Or what about the Sena Savage? It’s a fibreglass open face helmet that comes with a bluetooth communicator pre-installed. OK it’s a reasonably basic bluetooth, but most owners find it’s fine. And it’s a decent wodge cheaper than the J-Cruise II. Mind you, you’d have to make do with a snap on visor. Shoei JO Hawker For example, the retro Shoei Glamster’s got an AIM shell and that scored 4 stars out of 5 when tested by SHARP. Same with the Ex Zero and Neotech II– both AIM shells and both 4 star rated.