Cardo Scala Rider PowerSet G4 | Motorcycle Wireless Bluetooth Intercom Headset, GPS

Tim — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 22:12:42 +0000

Motorcycle intercom systems have never been high on my gadget priority list for one reason: I seldom carry a passenger. However, I do often ride in a group, and thus my interest has been piqued by the Scala Rider G4 PowerSet and its list of unique features.

I'm going to cut immediately to the chase. This system has a bike-to-bike intercom range of up to a mile. I can think of several instances in my recent riding history where this feature would have made life easier. Those of you who ride with other bikers know what I'm talking about. It is very easy to become separated, especially at crucial times in cities. The G4 PowerSet would be a huge plus in situations like that. Think of another common situation. One rider's gas gauge reading low? Instead of dangerous maneuvers to catch up and give some hand signal, with this intercom system, all riders can be easily brought up to speed on the situation.

The Powerset's unique system allows communication between two bikers and two passengers or among three separate bikers. It is also made more versatile by multi-device connectivity (think Bluetooth, iPod, etc.). The unit even has the ability to transmit useful information regarding the connectivity status to other bikers.

In short, the Scala Rider G4 PowerSet is a powerful and rider-friendly communication tool. The unit is becoming very popular with touring riders because of its amazing versatility. It has me rethinking my view of motorcycle intercoms.

Here's another Bluetooth headset to consider: the IMC Camos.

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Cardo Scala Rider Q2 | Bluetooth Motorcycle Intercom

admin — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 20:13:36 +0000

This is the do-it-all headset you've been waiting for. You have been waiting for that, haven't you?

This is the successor to the popular Scala Rider Helmet Headset from Cardo Wireless. This new Q2 version allows you to listen to GPS instructions, communicate with a passenger, make mobile phone calls and listen to the built-in FM radio. It also has improved battery life over its predecessor as well as supporting the new Bluetooth version 2.0 standard.

Inter-bike communication supports up to three riders within a 1,600 foot range. In practice, that spec is only for wide-open terrain. In urban environments, you'll likely experience about half of that range.

Communication is full-duplex -- not the walkie-talkie single-duplex method where one person has to stop talking to let the other person start. If you like to interrupt your partner, this is the headset for you!

In addition, both the rider and passenger can independently use the FM radio or the mobile phone connectivity.

Note, however, that only one audio connection is allowed at a time, so don't expect to have three-way conference calls or to listen to GPS directions while talking on your mobile phone.

Finally, the speaker adjusts its volume automatically, depending on the noise level of your surroundings, so you don't need to be constantly fiddling with the volume buttons.These headsets are compatible with older versions of the Scala Rider, though the range is even more limited when using these older models.

More info on the Cardo Scala Rider Q2:

Click here to find this helmet headset at Revzilla.

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Cardo Scala Rider FM Solo All Q2 Models 12V Charger
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