{"id":31156,"date":"2023-10-02T12:48:57","date_gmt":"2023-10-02T16:48:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/?p=31156"},"modified":"2023-10-02T14:09:25","modified_gmt":"2023-10-02T18:09:25","slug":"sena-communication-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/sena-communication-system\/","title":{"rendered":"My test of the Sena 30k communication system"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a5d998322189\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a5d998322189\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/sena-communication-system\/#My_test_of_the_Sena_30k_communication_system\" >My test of the Sena 30k communication system<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/sena-communication-system\/#Installation_101\" >Installation 101<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/sena-communication-system\/#The_advantage_of_a_communication_system\" >The advantage of a communication system<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/sena-communication-system\/#Here_are_some_features_of_the_SENA_30K_communication_system\" >Here are some features of the SENA 30K communication system:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/sena-communication-system\/#In_summary\" >In summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/sena-communication-system\/#Gab_xx\" >Gab xx<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/sena-communication-system\/#Why_buy_a_GPS_for_your_motorcycle\" >Why buy a GPS for your motorcycle?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/sena-communication-system\/#The_Sena_50S_or_how_to_brighten_up_all_my_rides\" >The Sena 50S or how to brighten up all my rides !<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/sena-communication-system\/#Are_we_out_of_our_minds_to_ride_motorcycles_in_Quebec\" >Are we out of our minds to ride motorcycles in Quebec?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"My_test_of_the_Sena_30k_communication_system\"><\/span>My test of the Sena 30k communication system<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The world of communication systems is no longer adopted only by technology enthusiasts. We are seeing more and more of them, of all genres and for all budgets. However, the biggest player remains <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sena.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sena Technologies<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Since the release of their very first Bluetooth communication system for motorcyclists in 2010, they have only pushed the boundaries with each new model. That\u2019s why, when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royaldistributing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Royal Distributing<\/a> asked me if I wanted to try this little gem of technology, I was very excited.<\/p>\n<p>Now in my 4th season of motorcycle riding, I have always ridden with headphones so I can have my music and GPS when needed. I don&#8217;t need to tell you how uncomfortable and unpleasant it can be, especially when putting on and taking off the helmet and I won&#8217;t even mention that it is dangerous&#8230; Anyway, I was more than ready to take it to the next level![\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;31159&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Installation_101\"><\/span>Installation 101<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I, who had never installed this type of system, was dreading this moment (I don&#8217;t have much patience with electronics \ud83d\ude05 ). When I opened the little box and saw all the pieces inside, I thought my fears were justified.<\/p>\n<p>A look at the little booklet calmed me down! Yes, there are a lot of spare parts, but they are either replacement parts or parts specially designed for mounting on a full face helmet, a three-quarter helmet and a half helmet.<\/p>\n<p>Once you have selected the appropriate parts for your type of helmet, you download the \u201cSena Motorcycles\u201d application to your phone to access the installation guide. No more big manuals in 14 different languages! Everything is now at your fingertips.<\/p>\n<p>The app is really easy to use and you get used to it straight away. Simply choose the model of your communication system and select \u201cHelp and Support\u201d to access the user manual. Every aspect of the Sena is covered in the 85-page guide.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, the first pages are devoted to the installation of the product and thanks to the images and simple explanations, everything is finished 15 minutes later. I then suggest that you navigate through the rest of the sections in order to tame your new toy.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;75px&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;31161&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;31167&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;150px&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;31163&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;31165&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_advantage_of_a_communication_system\"><\/span>The advantage of a communication system<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I love listening to music while riding, it relaxes me. I also tend to get lost, but I don&#8217;t like looking at my phone screen when I&#8217;m driving, so using my headphones was necessary.<\/p>\n<p>As I often ride alone I didn&#8217;t feel the need to pay for a communication system.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>However, in Quebec, driving with an earphone in each ear is prohibited by law.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It is true that this can be dangerous since you can no longer hear ambient sounds and we all know that we need all our senses when we drive our vehicles (well, maybe not the taste that much, but you see what I mean!).<\/p>\n<p>This is why such a system is an excellent alternative. <strong>You can listen to your music and\/or the instructions from your GPS while having your ears clear and your eyes on the road.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Since the audio system is easily accessible from the side of your headset, it&#8217;s easy to play with the volume, change songs, or pause everything. You can also receive your calls just like in your car.<\/p>\n<p>Will the sound be perfect? It all depends on the quality of the module you choose. In my case I found that the sound of the music could have been better. You can add pads that reduce the space between your ear and the speakers stuck in your helmet, it improves a little.<\/p>\n<p>The best part is being able to connect with other users when riding in a group. Once again, it\u2019s so easy to connect using the \u201cSena Motorcycles\u201d app. I only had to scan the QR code in my friend&#8217;s app and her device was immediately detected by mine.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;31169&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Here_are_some_features_of_the_SENA_30K_communication_system\"><\/span>Here are some features of the SENA 30K communication system:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>You can use two different modes to connect other systems to yours: \u201cIntercom Mesh\u201d mode which can connect up to 24 people within a two kilometer radius and \u201cBluetooth\u201d mode which can connect up to 4 people always within a radius of two kilometers.<\/li>\n<li>Battery life according to Sena is 12 hours in \u201cBluetooth\u201d mode and 10 hours in \u201cIntercom Mesh\u201d mode. Obviously, if you use it in cold temperatures such as when snowmobiling, the battery may discharge more quickly.<\/li>\n<li>If you unfortunately run out of battery, know that a simple 20-minute recharge can give you up to five hours of battery life and for a full charge you should allow 2 hours 30 minutes.<\/li>\n<li>You can track the complete status of your system in the app!<\/li>\n<li>It is possible to activate \u201cAmbient Mode\u201d so that you can always hear what is happening outside your headset. This will have the effect of automatically lowering the sound of your music when you speak into the microphone and as soon as there is a little too much wind.<\/li>\n<li>The audio system is designed for outdoor temperatures down to -10 degrees. It can therefore be used during winter activities, but not in extreme cold.<\/li>\n<li>It&#8217;s possible to share your music with your friends when you ride together. So everyone is on the same beat!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more information, I invite you to visit the site<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sena.com\/us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> https:\/\/www.sena.com\/us-en<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about their different communication systems.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;31171&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_summary\"><\/span>In summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I loved my experience with my new communication system and I don&#8217;t understand how I managed without it all these years.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s so <strong>easy to use<\/strong> and super practical! I can now concentrate on the road and enjoy my present moment while being careful.<\/p>\n<p>No more tearing my ears off every time I take off my helmet because my headphones are stuck, no more trying to replace them constantly and no need to always have an eye on the dashboard or my cell phone to help me find my way on the road.<\/p>\n<p>The only weak point is the sound quality which could be better, but nothing is perfect!<\/p>\n<p>A big thank you to Royal Distributing for this opportunity and I invite you to visit their site <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royaldistributing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.royaldistributing.com\/<\/a>\u00a0to order your next Sena communication system. You will also find everything you need all year round to practice your favorite motorized sport!<\/p>\n<p>See you next time!<\/p>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gab_xx\"><\/span><em>Gab xx<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_cta h2=&#8221;These articles could also be of interest&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"penci-entry-title entry-title grid-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_buy_a_GPS_for_your_motorcycle\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/gps-for-your-motorcycle\/\">Why buy a GPS for your motorcycle?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"penci-entry-title entry-title grid-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Sena_50S_or_how_to_brighten_up_all_my_rides\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/sena-50s-brighten-up-rides\/\">The Sena 50S or how to brighten up all my rides !<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"penci-entry-title entry-title grid-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_we_out_of_our_minds_to_ride_motorcycles_in_Quebec\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/motorcycles-en\/out-of-mind-riding-quebec\/\">Are we out of our minds to ride motorcycles in Quebec?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_cta][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] My test of the Sena 30k communication system The&hellip;","protected":false},"author":67,"featured_media":31149,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1774,1771,1775],"tags":[3979,3980,2568,3978,2927],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31156"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/67"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=31156"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31156\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/31149"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=31156"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=31156"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/chicksandmachines.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=31156"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}