Why You Should Have a Motorcycle Intercom
Sure an intercom system may look like a luxury if you’re still using misinterpreted hand signals and shouting over engine noise to communicate with your mates on group rides.
But if you’re looking for convenience and calm and easily understood communication, read on.
What are the benefits of having an intercom?
Have you ever tried having a conversation with a riding companion during a ride? It’s nay impossible, especially with a full-face helmet and headwind on your face. With an intercom system, you no longer have to interpret each other’s sign language to communicate while out riding.
Seamless communication
Navigating traffic, planning a fuel stop, or even just chatting… all these are difficult to do on a long ride. Unless you have telepathy, only intercoms can keep you and your riding pals on the same page.
Moreover, an intercom means you get to do more of the fun stuff — chasing the twisties or taking in the scenery — and less of the niggly stuff: finding a safe spot to stop and hoping your mates see you soon enough to pull up in time to join you.
Hands-Free Operation
Let’s face it: sometimes you have to use your phone while on a ride — which realistically without an intercom means pulling over, taking off your gloves, taking off your helmet, and remembering which of your ten jacket pockets you stashed your phone in.
Fortunately, good intercom systems such as the LS2 4X allow voice commands and Bluetooth pairing with your smartphone, making it easy to answer calls, listen to music, or hear GPS directions, all without stopping or even slowing down.
Enhanced Safety
Real-time updates from your friends and spoken turn-by-turn navigation will make your ride safer and ultimately more enjoyable. Think of all things you’d love to hear about before you cop them… potholes, tighter-than-you-think corners, traffic, slips, etc, etc.
More fun experiences
Long rides aren’t just about the journey — they’re about the connections you build along the way. An intercom system lets you stay in touch with your riding group, making it easier to share the experience, communicate, and elevate the fun.
LS2 4X Intercom Benefits
The LS2 4X intercom stands out as one of the most reliable consumer intercom options on the market. Powered by Cardo FREECOM 4X technology, this reliable gadget takes communication and fun to the next level.
The LS2 4X offers live sound and live connection for up to four riders within its 1.2km range. Its auto-reconnecting Bluetooth intercom ensures you're always in sync as riders drift in and out of range.
Thanks to the natural voice control feature of the LS2 4X, you’ll don’t need to fumble with glove-to-button feel. Simply say “Hey Cardo…” and then give it a command. Whether it’s changing music, answering a call, or adjusting settings, your hands stay on the bars, keeping you focused on the road.
The 40mm high-definition JBL speakers also provide high-quality sound, a feature that inferior intercoms tend to neglect. Finally, robust construction makes sure the 4X is fully waterproof and dustproof: ready for anything your ride can throw at it.
Other notable features include:
- Music streaming and sharing from your smartphone.
- Built-in FM radio with 6 preset stations.
- Voice and touch controls for calls and GPS.
- Quick charging: 2 hours of talk time with just 20 minutes of charge.
- Up to 13 hours of talk time on a full charge.
- Over-the-Air updates for the latest features.
- Universal USB-C connectivity.
Which helmets are compatible with LS2 4X
Before purchasing, it's important to check LS2 4X compatibility to ensure your helmet can accommodate the intercom unit.
Here’s a breakdown of helmet models the LS2 4X communication solution is compatible with:
| Helmet Model | Model Type |
|---|---|
| FF908 Strobe II | Modular |
| FF910 Advant II | Modular |
| MX702 Pioneer II | Full Face |
| MX708 Fast II | Full Face |
| OF558 Sphere II | Open Face |
| OF558 Sphere Lux II | Open Face |
| OF599 Spitfire II | Open Face |
| OF600 Copter II | Open Face |
| OF603 Infinity II | Open Face |
| OF603 Infinity II Carbon | Open Face |
| OF616 Airflow II | Open Face |
| OF618 Verso II | Open Face |
| OF620 Classy | Open Face |
Many LS2 helmets are LS2 4X compatible, offering riders enhanced communication, navigation, and audio experience. Popular LS2 4X compatible helmets include the FF805 Thunder GP Aero, FF807 Dragon, and FF811 Vector II, each built with intercom integration in mind.
With the LS2 4X Intercom, you’re connected, entertained, and always ready for what’s ahead. Whether you're leading the pack or riding at the back, it’s the ultimate companion for every journey.
Learn more about the LS2 4X Bluetooth Intercom by Cardo.
