Motorcycle intercom

A motorcycle intercom is an intercom system that enables the motorcyclist to speak to the passenger or other motorcyclists using headphones and a microphone built into the helmet. In addition, many systems offer additional functions such as making calls via mobile phone or receiving the radio. The signal transmission usually takes place via Bluetooth , other variants of signal transmission work via cable or radio . Motorcycle intercoms are available in different versions, which differ in the type of implementation. Basically, a distinction is made between two types of implementation: One type are the so-called installation systems that are permanently installed with the respective motorcycle, the other type are Bluetooth helmet systems for direct installation on a helmet .

Built-in systems

The installation systems, which are permanently mounted on the motorcycle, are supplied with power via the motorcycle electrics. The connection to the helmet of the motorcyclist or pillion passenger is established via a spiral cable. In these systems, signals are transmitted from driver to pillion via the cabling, although there are also built-in systems that support two-way communication via radio. When using the voice radio , a push-to-talk button must be pressed to transmit the voice signals , as with a standard walkie-talkie .

Bluetooth helmet systems

A Bluetooth chip and battery are built into this device class. Here you can talk to each other without annoying cabling. The signal transmission is completely regulated via the Bluetooth standard. The simultaneous connection of an MP3 player, mobile phone or navigation device is often not an obstacle. Some devices even have an integrated FM radio. The distances that can be bridged for the transmission of the Bluetooth signal vary between 10 meters and 800 meters, depending on the Bluetooth class used. For signal transmission of more than 10 meters, Bluetooth class 1 is used, up to 10 meters, class 2.