News A guide to finding the one that truly suits your riding style.

The intercom market is booming, the selection is vast, and intercoms have become almost as commonplace as a smartphone in your pocket. Advances in technology—as well as new uses—have led to a vast expansion of product lines. GPS, music, calls, talking to a passenger, or communicating between multiple motorcycles: not all riders expect the same thing from an intercom.

But the best can be the enemy of the good. And the model that offers the most features isn’t necessarily the one you need.

When choosing your first intercom or replacing existing equipment, it’s best to start with a simple question: how do you ride? The SENA lineup certainly has what it takes to meet your needs.

Which intercom should you choose if you mostly ride alone?

Even if you usually ride alone, an intercom can quickly become useful : GPS directions, music, podcasts, or hands-free calls let you access your smartphone’s main features without having to handle it.

In this case, there’s no need to immediately choose a model designed for large groups of riders or equipped with features you’ll rarely use.

The SENA VORTEX is a simple entry point into the world of intercoms. It lets you connect your smartphone for GPS, music, and calls, but also allows you to communicate via Bluetooth with a passenger or another rider if needed.

It offers up to 27 hours of talk time, a claimed range of 1.2 km for Bluetooth intercom, and IPX7 water resistance.

The SENA VORTEX is priced at €169 (tax included). Learn more about this model at the official SENA store

Which intercom should you choose for riding on one or two motorcycles?

Two people on the same motorcycle, two riders on two motorcycles, or four people spread across two motorcycles don’t all have exactly the same needs.

For a rider and a passenger, or two riders riding together, the VORTEX is more than enough.

If you prioritize battery life for long days on the road, the APEX offers this two-user configuration with an added benefit: two interchangeable batteries, each providing up to 20 hours of battery life, for a combined total of up to 40 hours. While traveling, when the first battery runs out, simply replace it to get back on the road immediately.

The SENA APEX is priced at €239 (tax included). Check it out at the official SENA store

Do you ride with two motorcycles, three, or four riders, and want everyone to be able to participate in the same conversation?

The SENA APEX PLUS lets you connect up to four people via Bluetooth, with a claimed range of 1.6 km, while retaining the dual interchangeable-battery design.

The SENA APEX PLUS is priced at €289 (including tax). Find all the details about the APEX PLUS at the official SENA store

Which intercom should you choose for riding with 3, 4, or more motorcycles?

A group ride never goes exactly as planned, with all the motorcycles perfectly lined up.

A car cuts in. Two riders go through a traffic light ahead of the others. Someone pulls ahead. Another stops for a moment.

It’s precisely in these situations that the Mesh Intercom really shines.

Instead of relying solely on a series of individual Bluetooth connections, participants join a communication network. This architecture is particularly well-suited for groups whose positions are constantly changing during the ride.

The Mesh Intercom can connect up to 24 participants.

For three, four, or more independent motorcycles, it’s best to opt for a SENA SPIDER X Slim, 60X, or 60S EVO with a Mesh Mesh. The APEX PLUS, on the other hand, remains suitable for a setup with up to four users spread across two motorcycles.

In short:

• 3 or 4 riders on 2 APEX PLUS
• 3 or more independent motorcycles: SPIDER X Slim, 60X, or 60S EVO
  

Which intercom should you choose if you’re looking for a discreet model?

Not all riders want to add a bulky unit to their helmet. That’s precisely the design philosophy behind the SENA SPIDER X Slim.

Its battery is housed in a separate module to significantly reduce the bulk of the main unit mounted on the helmet. The main unit is only 16 mm thick and weighs 23.2 g.

The SPIDER X Slim thus combines a particularly slim profile with Mesh communication designed for group outings.

It also features Sound by Bose,AI-powered noise cancellation, voice commands, IPX7 water resistance, and up to 11 hours of Mesh communication.

It is therefore a particularly good choice for those looking for group communication, a slim design, and high-quality audio.

A SENA SPIDER X Slim retails for €279 (tax included). To learn more about the SPIDER X Slim, visit the official SENA store

Do you want an intercom that can do it all?

One weekend you’re riding alone. The next with a friend. Then you go on a trip with several motorcycles.

When your riding situations change regularly, it’s best to choose an intercom that can easily switch from two-rider to group mode.

The SENA 60X and 60S EVO combine Bluetooth Intercom, Mesh Intercom 3.0, and Wave Intercom.

They can handle everything from a ride for two to a group outing, with up to four participants via Bluetooth, 24 via Mesh, and a virtually unlimited number via Wave when a cellular network is available.

They also feature Sound by Bose,AI-powerednoise cancellation, and IPX7 water resistance.

The main difference between them lies in their design:

• The 60S EVO retains the traditional SENA dial.
• The 60X features a joystick paired with two fully customizable buttons, to which users can assign their most frequently used functions.

Both offer up to 19 hours of talk time in Mesh mode.

The SENA 60X is priced at €429 (including tax) on the official SENA store

The same price applies to the SENA 60S EVO—€429 including tax— also available at the official SENA store

Which motorcycle intercom should you choose for music and audio quality?

Receiving a few GPS directions or making the occasional call doesn’t require the same level of equipment as listening to music for several hours.

The VORTEX, APEX, and APEX PLUS models use second-generation 40-mm HD speakers and cover everyday uses: GPS, calls, conversations, and music.

For riders who prioritize audio quality, the SPIDER X Slim, 60X, and 60S EVO feature Sound by Bose, combined with AI-powered noise-cancellation features.

Which SENA intercom should you choose? The answer at a glance

Ultimately, the right intercom isn’t the one packed with the most features, but the one that best suits your riding style. Whether you ride solo, with a partner, or in a group—whether you prioritize long battery life, sleek design, or audio quality—start by identifying your needs, then choose the technologies and products that meet them.

Something to suit every need. SENA also offers connected helmets—to explore the entire lineup: SENA.COM