Bike to Bike Communication

I've never used a communication system before when riding but I think this is going to be very helpful. After some research Michael found Motocomm to be a good solution for the helmet microphone and speakers. The pictures below show how they fit in to the helmet. Motocomm makes a couple of different push-to-talk switches. One mounts on the handlebar, the other option is a mini switch that velcros to your index finger. The nice thing about the mini switch is that you are not connected to the bike via cable.


There are lots of options on radios and you can

spend a lot of money on the specialty radios. The flexibility of the Motocomm headset lets you pick from a wide variety GMRS/FRS radios on the market. We went with the Midland GXT600. It has good transmit power, takes special Nicad or AA batteries and is water resistant. The radio fits in one of the front pockets in my riding jacket. With earplugs in I have to turn the volume all the way up to hear but I think it will work OK. I think we can get a couple of days per battery charge.