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It comes with a sticky tape mount and and the clamp mount. There is an additional mount that allows you to put the boom and mic on the inside and connect it with a small cable.
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Sena SMH10B-10 Review This is a review of my new Sena SMH10 Bluetooth Headset and how well it functions for my particular application. Spoiler alert! It works extremely well! The Sena is a replacement for a three year old Scala Cardo Q2 headset. I considered a new Scala 4 but the reviews were not stellar. I have tried several different wired systems over the years but have a need to go wireless for some of my activities. I have used starcom, kenedy, rider and a couple others. Basically I need connectivity between the headset and the following items: 2 GPSs, phone, MP3, intercom, ham/wx band radio. Why so much stuff? I have only one motorcycle and it needs to meet all the requirements for its intended duties; pleasure rides, long distance endurance rides (IBA), touring, bicycle charity ride escort (Motorcycle Marshal), and anything else that comes to mind. The idea is to throw my leg over the FJR1300, turn on the headset and go. No fuss, no hassle, just go. I will not discuss the installation and set up of all this equipment here. Only the bluetooth connectivity and headset operation. Here are the general equipment specs: Headset - Sena SMH10B-10 FW V4.1, BT V3.0 GPSs - Garmin Zumo 550 Ham/WX Radio - Yeasu FTM10R Transceiver, AM/FM/VHF/UHF, Dual channel Bluetooth Phone - Apple iPhone 4 The Sena SMH10 allows several connection profiles including Headset Profile, Hands-free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio Video Remote control Profile (AVRCP). I have yet to try all the possible profile combinations but have already found that by simply using HFP and A2DP everything works as I need. With the multiple connects and the availability of the SM10 Dual Stream Stereo Transmitter (dongle), which allows wired audio connections, the connectivity is nearly limitless. The basic helmet mount comes with a single stereo 3.5mm input. My particular needs have been met without having to acquire the SM10 dongle. The old Scala Q2 worked pretty well but two major problems were the short battery life (3-4hrs) when connected to the ham radio, and the fact that it could not be paired to anything else when the ham radio was in use. When not using the ham radio, it was paired to another headset (intercom) and the GPS which also paired to the phone and those worked well also. Battery life was then extended to a more realistic 6 hours or so. The Sena allows for multiple connections via HFP profile and allows me to connect to the ham radio, GPS, and intercom at the same time. I use A2DP profile for the GPS to allow stereo MP3 streaming. Another plus for the Sena is the available volume is 3x that of the Scala. Instead of straining to hear, I am able to run it at about 75% volume at highway speeds. The audio is clearer and has more bass than the Scala even though the speakers are only slightly thicker. With the helmet on, I can fill up with gas at the pump, walk inside the store while still hearing and talking on the radio or phone. While assisting a down or injured rider, I can stay in contact via the ham radio with out having to carry a separate hand held radio on my belt. Audio reports from the phone and ham radio have been very positive. Audio prompts from the menu system are nice. I found this SMH10 on ebay for about $160. Not bad when comparing to other available units.
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Dirty contacts in the horn button will also cause this problem. I had to replace mine once upon a time.
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About 250 miles for me. If you get stuck, I can do it...
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Great! It's a good sense of accomplishment and a lot of fun!!! Good on you!
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I used one loop of dental floss. Don't pull too hard.
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Gyro balanced motorcycle... More
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Today I received my SS1000 Certification. Cool! That was a quick turn around of the paperwork. Now I'm prepping for my first rally in October.
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Electronic Guru needed
Owen replied to Wizard765's topic in Venture and Venture Royale Tech Talk ('83 - '93)
This may be waaayyyy out in left field but.... Back in the day when CBs were really hot, many manufacturers would add a function to switch directly to channel 9 as the emergency frequency. I remember some Johnson and Lafayette radios that had a button to go straight there, also others had a combo of buttons to put you on the emergency channel. Some radios also had a monitoring function that would watch channel 9 and if the squelch opened it would go straight there. Anyone got a programming/operators instructions for this antique?? Like I say this could be waaayyy off... -
and a hush fell over the masses... :rotf:
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By no means political. I did not mention political party or individuals. I am simply upset that yet another set of laws are needlessly dictating actions in our sport.
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I guess the point is... They know E15 is bad for most small engines and this is their way of watching out for you. You know, instead of ditching this crap to begin with.
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I'm from the government and I'm here to help! This is so wrong in so many ways! The 4 gallon minimum is their answer to preventing damage to your motorcycle from E15 fuel! WTH? Read the complete report if you can stand it... "PICKERINGTON, OH – August 8, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will require all consumers to buy at least four gallons of gasoline from certain gas pumps after the new E15 ethanol-gasoline blend is introduced into the market, the American Motorcyclist Association reports." link
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There are too many variables to incorporate. However having a choice of 'bubble butt' or 'slim pickens' would help...
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Here is a site you can use to help determine if the ergos of you and your bike fit. Start by clicking on 'add bike'. You can customize the bike, check if you can flat foot it, etc... I did not check to see if it had an antique section for 1st gens... http://cycle-ergo.com/
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Antenna mount????
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Posting pic from iphone.
Owen replied to Skid's topic in Computer help and tips for using this site.
I think not, at least directly from the iPhone. You need to upload the photo to a hosting site such as photo bucket then insert the link in your posting. -
I have tried two different brands of wicking base layer gear. Under Armour and Heat Out (cycle gear). Under Armour is a little heavier material. It was a bit pricey from Academy. It worked well for cooling. It held added moisture pretty well when I wet it with water. There was some butt discomfort from sitting on the seams after about 8 hours. Heat Out gear was 1/2 the price of the Under Armour. It is of a lighter material but also less durable. The cooling was very good and better than Under Armour. It did not hold added moisture as well as the Under Armour and had to be wetted more often. There was no discomfort from sitting on seams even after 16+ hours and 1100+ miles in very hot temps. I have not tried the LD Comfort gear yet. YMMV
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This was posted on another forum and I thought some here would find it informative. I can vouch for most of the advice given. YMMV. http://www.ironbutt.com/ibmagazine/IronButt_1002_62-66_Hot.pdf
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+1 on the ignition switch, been there, done that. First noticed that the ignition key was hot when I parked the bike. What ever resolves your problem, make sure you move all your accessories to a power relay so you cut down the amount of current running through the new switch.
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Stainless Steel 18-8 falls in the '300' grade. Strength falls between grade 3 and grade 5. If the bolts you removed had 3 equally spaced lines on the head, they are grade 5 and the 18-8 stainless bolts are not as strong. If you really want to use stainless, find some '400's which will be closer to grade 5.
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Come on in... the water is fine!
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Pick one with the lowest miles or one that still has warranty. Other wise they are all the same.
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I read that sometime ago while looking at his site concerning his FJR mods. It was a good read.