In ear headphones.....controversial I know.......

[flatfour]

I used an Autocom for many years, but when I bought the Shoei Neotec a few months ago and saw a "Scala Rider" on the shelf I asked for it to be fitted to the new helmet. I don't use an intercom, but there is a built in FM radio with my new headset and the sound quality is superb. As for telephone calls, I am told that the new set - up is far better than the high cost permanently wired installation in the car!

My only reason for not transferring the autocom to the new helmet was the wires, they always seemed to be in the way. It is now my backup set, in the old helmet.

[Debs]

Before I had bought mine from ultimateear I had tried other tyres of plugs.... I must has spent a fortune trying to get some that stopped the wind noise, didn't come out when I put the lid on, didn't hurt when lid was on and so I could listen to my music/sat nav... I wish I had gone for the ultimateear in the first place and I would have saved money....

IMO.... Trying lots of different types to get the one that you are happy with is just false economy..

If you think they are expensive then check out the following links... 

http://www.themp3company.co.uk/product/custom-made-earphones-custom-moulded-motorbike-ear-plugs-with-built-in-earphones.php

http://www.protection4hearing.co.uk/custom-molded-earphones/index.php

[Essex Boy]

I ride a bike just about everyday, 365 days a year and never ever ride without music, pumped in via my Sennheiser earphones. I have tried loads of pairs and the Sennheisers sit in there with no irritating pain against the ear, don't get caught when you put a helmet on and as long as the music is quieter than the roadnoise without ear defenders I guess that I am doing ok.

Pardon . what was that ? 

About 20 quid a pair, but normal jack means music or chatting with your mates as you go.

Check em out and then still buy that new rear tyre.

Essex Boy.

[Winston Smith]