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You can tell by the title I am very happy with this set up.
I purchased 2 of these helmets along with the Nolan Bluetooth 2 systems. The Bluetooth 2 offers full stereo sound.
First the helmet; this helmet can be worn 6 different ways, my present choice is without the chin bar and face shield, but using the peak. The helmet is very light compared to the flip up N103 I also have. It's as comfortable as the Arai Classic I tossed at the end of last year and every bit as quiet.
Today I road in 28 deg C temps (82.5 F), although I didn't feel cooling breezes, my head never got hot. This helmet expels hot air through a rear spoiler like vent.
It also has a drop down sun screen that just covers the eyes, and it's safety rated for flying debris.
The Ncom system took me about a 1/2 hour to install. The instructions were horribly written, and the photos were useless. I would suggest Nolan to hire someone with English as a first language to correct the poor grammar and questionable use of some words. I haven't installed the second system in my wife's helmet, as she's not ready to ride yet. ( that gives me more time to play )
My set up is with a Garmin Zumo 550 and an Apple iPhone 3Gs. Pairing all 3 was easy and quick, no guessing as the 3 systems did it all themselves. The iPhone uses the GPS to talk to the Ncom, as you can only hook up one Bluetooth item while also using the intercom.
I did a test hook up to the iPhone without going through the Zumo and the system worked great. I was able to listen to music, make calls, switch songs, and voice dial. Although twice while using the voice dialling option, the Ncom dropped the connection right after the number was dialled, Perhaps a firmware update is required. I did not have any issues dialling the numbers directly from the phone.
Testing with the Zumo with iPhone, I called home and my wife said I was very clear, this while going down the highway at 100 Kph and with an exposed mike as I was using the helmet in the 3/4 configuration. Voice command sound quality was good as well.
Don't have any knowledge on battery life as there is no way to judge the remaining charge, my research shows 6~8 hrs depending on use. But the system goes into standby when the batteries are weak, so to save power for emergency use if needed.
The whole set up for 2 helmets isn't cheap, and I know Scala and Blueant offer systems with better bluetooth range than the limited 10 meters advertised by Nolan. But I like the way everything fits and looks professional rather than added on.
2 year warranty too.
I purchased 2 of these helmets along with the Nolan Bluetooth 2 systems. The Bluetooth 2 offers full stereo sound.
First the helmet; this helmet can be worn 6 different ways, my present choice is without the chin bar and face shield, but using the peak. The helmet is very light compared to the flip up N103 I also have. It's as comfortable as the Arai Classic I tossed at the end of last year and every bit as quiet.
Today I road in 28 deg C temps (82.5 F), although I didn't feel cooling breezes, my head never got hot. This helmet expels hot air through a rear spoiler like vent.
It also has a drop down sun screen that just covers the eyes, and it's safety rated for flying debris.
The Ncom system took me about a 1/2 hour to install. The instructions were horribly written, and the photos were useless. I would suggest Nolan to hire someone with English as a first language to correct the poor grammar and questionable use of some words. I haven't installed the second system in my wife's helmet, as she's not ready to ride yet. ( that gives me more time to play )
My set up is with a Garmin Zumo 550 and an Apple iPhone 3Gs. Pairing all 3 was easy and quick, no guessing as the 3 systems did it all themselves. The iPhone uses the GPS to talk to the Ncom, as you can only hook up one Bluetooth item while also using the intercom.
I did a test hook up to the iPhone without going through the Zumo and the system worked great. I was able to listen to music, make calls, switch songs, and voice dial. Although twice while using the voice dialling option, the Ncom dropped the connection right after the number was dialled, Perhaps a firmware update is required. I did not have any issues dialling the numbers directly from the phone.
Testing with the Zumo with iPhone, I called home and my wife said I was very clear, this while going down the highway at 100 Kph and with an exposed mike as I was using the helmet in the 3/4 configuration. Voice command sound quality was good as well.
Don't have any knowledge on battery life as there is no way to judge the remaining charge, my research shows 6~8 hrs depending on use. But the system goes into standby when the batteries are weak, so to save power for emergency use if needed.
The whole set up for 2 helmets isn't cheap, and I know Scala and Blueant offer systems with better bluetooth range than the limited 10 meters advertised by Nolan. But I like the way everything fits and looks professional rather than added on.
2 year warranty too.
