Best Motorcycle Communication Systems - Range Tested 

Came here for a helmet mounted two way intercom, left buying a walkie talkie...

You don't need two-way coms if you don't have any friends..

"I was nearly in Japan when the Talkie finally died" 😂😭

"Of course brochures, like pastures, are usually covered in bullshit." 😂 Gold!

Mans smooth charisma is unmatched, single handedly got me into motorbikes.

Ah, Motorola. That sledgehammer with a communication function. Loooooove these things.

We purchased a comm system in Spring 2019. Wanted voice commands because messing with buttons on the helmet while riding is not something I want to do; also easier for my spouse to deal with. The UClear was my initial choice, but after learning that the motion sensor was only on the top end device, and questioning the unique mic system, we went with the Freecom 4+ and have been very happy. Even riding with earplugs and modular helmets, it is plenty loud, and the sound quality is great. Thanks for another fun and informative review!

To lock out a feature that could save lives like that is dispicable.

The Justin Bieber test cracked me up. By the way, how did you know that I'm about to buy a comm system?

You saying "ok Google" launched Google on my phone. Wasn't prepared for that in the loo.

Nice to see you doing an old school product comparison video again! Would love to see your gear tests come back too. 🙂

This is a godsend! Thanks man, 3am awoken in pain and I can watch any video you put out, over and over again, your flair for the camera and the subjects are never boring!

Can it get any more Canadian then RyanF9 and Letterkenny... Love it!

Dude I was literally lol a few times through this video. Nice. Your sense of humor is ruthless accompanied by the honest straight forward style product review is just awesome. Thanks. Keep it up kid.

The Bieber part had me in stitches! Great series of tests!!!! Props to Cardo for the overall! 👏👏👏👏

I recently picked up a Freecom 4+ and I gotta say my experience is very good. The JBL speakers really do make a huge difference, with earplugs in they sound fantastic. The automatic volume adjustment based on wind noise is spot on. The voice commands actually work pretty well. I am pleasantly surprised since my previous experience with the Packtalk Slim wasn't good at all (though I did not spring for the JBL speakers on those)

Decibel meter on Canada's anthem had me laughing like hell. I was looking for this info, thanks !

I love all the Canadiana that gets baked into these videos. That’s real top shelf stuff, eh?

11:51 - Great ending to this one! Best analogy I have heard in a while.

This is quite interesting. My driving school in Germany uses Walkie-talkies for communicating with students for Motorcycle lessons. The instructor usually follows behind in car and gives instructions. I always thought it was due to the modular nature and the fact that students can use their own headphone for hygiene. But range seems like a good added benefit

Justin Bieber's voice sounds more manly on your battery test than live...

Just came here for the editing/comedy. Keep up the good work

My favourite channel on RU-vid. Entertaining, informative, scientific, fun, interesting, good production and soundtrack.

Im sold this channel is THE BEST! I have been binging on F9 videos and have kinda known something set it apart. And I just cant say enough how much this channel deserves millions more subscribers.

Thank you, I appreciate the work you put into evaluating things. I think it's valuable to have the opinion of an actual rider rather than accepting what somebody was paid to say. I'm curious to know what you think of Sena 10C Evo.

Awesome video as always. Got a vnet in june, the volume is basically impossible to adjust while riding, and the power-off button is right next to the volume up button and DOESN'T require a long-time press. 50% chance of shutting it off. I found it to be quite loud without earplugs, though with earplugs it might be a little too quiet depending on the type of music or your partner's voice. Also, the intercom only works for two people at a time, you have to switch between "channels"... So basically, it's a 2-person intercom. However, for 115 CAD for a dual pack, it's still worth it imo. Plus you can share it your second unit with whoever it is your riding. If range becomes an issue (never was for me), you can always make a phone call. Sound is great even without a full-face or windshield (riding buddy rides a sportster and wears a Bell Rogue.

I own the Cardo for a few weeks now and I LOVE it! Couldn't be happier. Glad I listened to the pros when I purchased it.

This motorcycle channel is so outstanding great, just best in class worldwide, no doubts

I guess I’ll buy a Motorola, seemed the best to me

Yes! Another Ryan F9's video! Goodie, goodie, goodie!

Ah, well-played yet again, Ryan, reprising my all-time favorite video of yours (which helped lead me to buying Cardo's Packtalk Slim, which was, and is, fantastic). The Motorola would make for a cool backup unit (or something to toss to a comm-less riding companion in a pinch).

Using the Iona Spit trail for the distance test was a brilliant production idea. You guys keep it funny and real. Wish I had your creativity.

I think I watch all of your videos and you're usually spot on with your lab work. However this time, when doing the distance test early in the video, your antenna polarity wasn't matching on both ends. The true test is to have each antenna straight up and down and line of site to each other. Try it again as mentioned and I think you'll get much better range. Thanks again for all your hard work. MC

Hey Ryan, here's a couple of suggestions that hopefully you'll be interested: - Best "Dash" Cams - Best GPS Tracker Thanks and love your vids!

Man you’re so good. Editing, ,music, script and content are awesome.

One minute in and your Camila joke got me rolling xD I love this channel!

"...the energy density of a burnt marshmallow" hahahaha

Hahahaha, love the Letterkenny reference! PS, when will you be doing a review on the KTM 790 Adventure and Adventure R?

Have been thinking of a com device for a while, and this video definitely helps me figure which one I should get. Thanks Ryan!

Great amount of hilarity in your vids, that's why I like watching them so much. 6:30 biebers singing made my day.

Love the letterkenny theme lol

"Ok google navigate to havannah oh nanah" I fucking died man that was amazing, and the serious face lmao

Wish I'd seen this $250 ago . Professional level production once again. Thumbs Up !

Couldn't get better comparison of devices than this RYAN..hats of to you. Thanks for making great videos for us

The v6 is awsome, had one for 4 years now and its still going strong

Cardo Packtalk Slim is still the best. Love mine so much.

I absolutely LOVE your work. I hope some day I will have the opportunity of thanking you in person. Thanks again!

"user experience" and the door shuts on the kid... simply awesome!!!

You make good videos, that's whats I's appreciates about you.

So you wanted to talk to your buds while ridin’ the other dayyyyyy....

Not a dull moment. This guy is really something.

RyanF9, based on your reviews and my subsequent independent research, I've purchased the Heidenau K60s, Bell MX-9 Adventure mips and MEE in-ear monitors. Your recs are on point every single time. The Heidenaus in particular are incredible. Keep 'em coming!

Nice Romeo and Juliet reference at the end :)

I use a combination of a cheap china reciever like the BT-S3 (QA is hit or miss) and a adapter cable to a fit a kenwood/baofeng walkie talkie. Twice the hassle and a whole lot cables but you get both the fidelity of the bluetooth and the range of a walkie talkie. Still looking on how to mod a CB to use the system for that ultra long range thou

Love my freecom, I use sennheiser cx300 earbuds with it. They work well for noise isolation meaning no need for earplugs and they produce really good quality sound with the need to have them ridiculously loud meaning you can still hear the outside world perfectly well. They're super comfy and small as well so the don't catch on your helmet when putting it on. Top video as alway guys 👍

Love the Letterkenny references, and a great video as always👍👍

In the time I watched this video, it went from 400 views to 2400, man!

Our group has now upgraded to Cardos Packtalk Slim coming from other Cardo units. The new generation is really good and we are quite happy with it. What I dont understand is that Shoei has locked itself in with Senna. It was previously my go to helmet choice. Now I have to look for a new manufacturer. I dont understand why a helmet company would do such a thing. I can more easily convince myself to buy a new helmet as to convince my whole group to switch headset brands.

Nice Letterkenny impression. My favorite "modern day" t.v. show.

Extremely well spoken man, so I was SHOCKED to hear him say "perfer" instead of "prefer"!!!!

Man, I laughed hard with the Justin Bieber part.

Will never buy a Sena again. 20 replaced under warranty then failed. Now using a 10 and it's always losing sound in 1 speaker. Cardozo next for me. Great vid !

Love the informational videos, keep em coming.

Excellent content with a wonderfully entertaining delivery. So entertaining that I had to watch twice. First time for the wit and second to get the information. You and ageing wheels should do a joint venture!

Have you ever tried any of the earpiece/mics made to connect to walkie talkies? Love a review on those if you have.

Who needs communicators? I like to just wave and point...

been looking for this video but still watched most of your videos great stuff

Your product reviews are absolutely world-class, largely because you seem completely honest coupled with the fact that, while you pretend to be just an ordinary dude, you obviously actually know what you are talking about. Wish we had someone like you in the Whitehouse. Honest and knowledgeable. Is it a Canadian thing?

The walkie talkie would do😂 thanks😆😆😆

"I was nearly in Japan..." makes my day! :D

Love ya sense of humour!!! Keep it up!!! Still awaiting for you to hit that 1mil sub mark, hope you get there soon.

Talk about timing. Was literally researching on Google.. these videos are worth watching for newbie riders like myself. Thanks mate. 🇦🇺

Acoustician here, the SLM (sound level meter) readings at 04:37 actually seem to show different results. The Uclear at the bottom left is set to "Max", as opposed to what I assume is the average for the others. I would also question if that SLM measures average over time or just an instantaneous response. I wouldn't put too much faith in an SLM like that, useful for indicative ballpark numbers, but I guarantee you they are not accurate to 0.1dB

Any suggestions on a headset for the walkie-talkie?

Excellent, insightful information - much thanks for all you do!

The best RU-vid channel for motorcyclists. Period.

04:28, you guys mixed the brands and actual comms on screen

Thanks for the review. After watching this, I decided to purchase the Motorola. Got two for $75.00 on Amazon. What headset/mic/PTT do you recommend?

You got an instant thumbs up for playing "hockey night in Canada" for the National Anthem of Canada! Nice content and great video.

Confirmed all I've read about the cardo series. Thanks!!

The labeling is wrong for the sound test UCLEAR is top right not bottom left

When im on the road my comunication system is perfect its just me, The wind,The view and the road. No talking to anyone the only voices i hear are those in my head.

As always my friend, another great vid with great info. Thank you for doing them. Sometimes you would like comms after a current set dies but do not have much money at the time so Sena stays on the shelf. Dang, just saw this and probably when you were doing the actual review I was buying the V6 BUT I only paid $29 for it so I could not pass it up to try, and it is the TWO pack! I love auctions AND it does what I need it to do-Phone/NAV/etc AND it works well talking to other riders BUT only one at a time. I mostly ride solo so it works with the main functions. I DO also have a good WT comm system that reaches out a few miles. Anyway, I found the Vnet to have pretty clear sound and works well once you do get used to those tiny buttons. I have it down now, its just the OFF button is the littlest of them all. I fit them in my helmet to get the best sound I can get with placement.So I can talk/hear music up to around 75ish (full helmet, 50/50 knobs tires) also cement the main into its base, since the little push release somehow was getting pushed. I also give it a spray with silicon just to seal it a bit better than factory. Used it a year and a half now and its working fine. Would I need to do that with the others- Probably not but if it bumps up the life of it for next to nothing then all good. Maybe I just got a decent set since I am sure qual control is not strict!. When it dies, set #2 will go on and by then the inexpensive will be good with the leaps of tech. When I can get a better comm I will and it should last until the tech changes. SO even though this vid was made a while ago we were getting them at the same time! As always, take care and be safe in your travels my friend!

I'm getting addicted to watching your videos. Always informative with comedy and love when you say something is shit. Keep up the good work. And yes this does work i am a fortnine customer

And here's me using my phone and the earpiece lol.

Truth spoken in the end I love the cardo bold, but since all my friend use a sena, I ended up getting a sena

A great video with a free comedy show thrown in... bonus 👌 keep up the good work.

Thank you for another great informative video sir from your last one on communication devices my friends and I got the pack talk. It has been a great device for us. Several people have called my phone while I was riding alone and they didn't realize I was on my bike. And I ride a 2006 Harley Davidson Softail Standard so I do have a bit of noise.

i'll take the motorola for communication and just use my damn phone for other 'fidelity' stuff thank you very much

can we just appreciate the "thanks" at the end of each vid

Man...thanks your videos are so much clear and useful. Greetings from Argentina.

As always, awesome review. Thanks!!!!!

6:47 man.. i nearly died laughing

Me and my friends get together on a conference call while riding. I don't know if it's a dumb idea but the least expensive and never failed yet.

Another great VIdeo, Thank You Ry F9!! I have a Walkie Talkie...actually 4 of them. NOW I (and my Buds) have a use for them, AND I saved more money than Geico!

My buddies and myself got SENA 20s’s for $220 at the Edmonton (Canada) motorcycle show in 2017. Always deals at the motorcycle shows. Love the video!

9:22 Hell, did Uclear accidentally reverse engineer an old ww2 radio set? XD

I stick with the cheap ones on Amazon, 80$ for two with 7 hours talk time and ~500 meters of range. Bluetooth connectivity, and radio. Hard to beat

This video helped me decide on the freecom 4+ thanks for the always informative and entertaining videos.

New Manitoba subscriber. Enjoying all the video. Keep the shiny side up.