AMAZING Bicycle Helmet: Sena R1 Communication Helmet

[@dawnhightman8557]

I love our Sena helmets too-the fact that you don’t have to look over your shoulder to yell a question or make a comment and the other person hear it is awesome. And I like you enjoy listening to music

[@flyshacker]

I watched 5 other KZbin reviews of this helmet, and I must say your review was the most informative and the most useful! Great job! 👍 Thanks!!

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Thank you so much! We appreciate the kind words and feedback.

[@flyshacker]

Travels with Delaney - Forgot to mention a couple things: I’ll probably get 2 of those great helmets and I’ll definitely use your link, and secondly, you pronounced the word “measure” just like my dad used to say it! I completely forgot how he said that! He will be gone 50 years this September and was raised in Joplin, MO. The little things in life.

[@quanishawhitson6772]

@@TravelswithDelaney is

[@TrimansWife]

We are HUGE Florida Gator fans, so we purchased the orange and blue helmets too! Love the bright colors! Go Gators!

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We loved the bright colors too!

[@bozzo651]

Wow! I am sold on this. My wife will love it once I surprise her with our new Electric bikes next month.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I bet she is going to be very happy with that surprise!

[@RandisAdventures]

Oh My Gosh! SMART phones and now SMART helmets... Brilliant! I love that the padding is removable for cleaning. Technology has changed the way we do so much. E-bikes are on my bucket list and these helmets would be a must have! BTW... Patty has a great second career option as a model!

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I told Patty the same thing Randi! LOL. She laughed at me. These helmets are so nice. I told Patty we could wear these when I am backing the trailer in so she could communicate with me! LOL

[@EatSleepRVRepeat]

Omg! You guys are killing us with the RAD E-Bikes & now these killer helmets. Lou & Angie

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Thank you! Do you have any camping trips planned for this summer?

[@EatSleepRVRepeat]

@@TravelswithDelaney if we travel it will probably be without the RV. We may do an Air BnB Rv stay or a KOA cabin. Our goal is to travel once we are debt-free. Lou

[@arielalfonso1985]

Hi Patrick and Patty, many thanks for your delightful and valuable reviews. I had recently purchased a Rad Mini, delivery in Oct, and chanced upon your rad mini review. Truly delightful, but also how I discovered the Sena R1 helmets --- so wanted to double thank you again, I just ordered my Sena Evo R1, delivery soon! Stay safe both of you, looking forward to viewing more of your posts!

[@willemtjaffer7356]

Thank you for the very informative vid. It helps us using the helmets since the manual does not give 😂clear information. Friendly greetings from the Netherlands

[@carlahlers9454]

These helmets are truly wonderful. My wife, cousin and I bought them and are great for group rides. I’m grateful for this video since by following the manual, we kept doing the initial + and - button pairing. Just now I realize you only have to push the center button! Wow, that makes it easier. One problem we continue to have is that only once have we been able to pair three helmets simultaneously. Manual says to push center button three times. We’ve done it a million times and only got it to work once! If you could expand on this video, it must be simple but the manual is a bit short on this explanation based on our frustration. But man, are these helmets worth every penny!!! ... hmm, just spent some time pairing all three helmets. Once paired, apparently you just push the center button on one helmet and they all connect. Hope it’s that east tomorrow!

[@EndlessRVing]

This is such a cool product! I love how you can ride and stay in touch. Totally worth the extra $! - MJ

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I told Patty we can also use them when I am backing the trailer up so she doesn't have to scream at me as I am about to back into something! LOL

[@RVAmerica]

We just ordered our ebikes yesterday. Found this at the perfect time! Thanks for sharing.

[@tykematlack7588]

Excellent review and advice! You make this so easy to understand how to use these innovative helmets. Love the colors too.

[@Debbie_T_FL]

Those helmets are really cool! So are the bikes! Have fun and be safe kids 😊

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Thank you! You too!

[@joejoe-lb6bw]

My wife and I just finished a ride on bike path and used our new Sena R1. Fantastic!!! The ride was more fun. We talked the whole ride. Pointed out animals and views, warned of other bicyclist approaching, etc. For couples and groups, this is a qualitative boost. Maybe it will help later when we tackle street roads full of pot holes and distracted drivers.

[@beelust4312]

Great video and was researching helmets & you sold us on that model for our EBikes. Thanks 😊

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We still love them!

[@ken12269]

Fellow RVer and new Rad Mini owner here - so glad I saw this video before getting a helmet. An intercom system would be awesome for my wife and I. I’m diabetic and might need to stay in touch if we get separated. Thanks!

[@RVHabit]

Awesome helmets. I had a similar intercom system in my motorcycle days. Intercom is invaluable when riding together. The Bluetooth music is a cherry on top.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We agree Lou! The intercom is what we really wanted them for but the music is a really nice bonus.

[@777cretbo]

My wife and I walk 2-3 Miles a day .... this would make a great alternative workout... will be on my wish list for future .... Thanks for a very detailed friendly review!!

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I told Patty they would work great when we are backing the trailer into a campsite...no more yelling to let me know which way to go! LOL

[@ИннаЗемцова-ц2х]

Nice and easy

[@tykematlack7588]

We just purchased these today and haven’t used them yet, but I think that the intercom will really be helpful since my husband has hearing aids and he simply can’t hear me when were e biking. Also I think that we will use these helmets when were out on the lake kayaking. We usually try to stay in calm water so no worries about flipping over. Thanks for the great info and how to use the helmets.

[@TheArtofRVing]

A helmet can not be "too" expensive...important things have cases. Love the wheel adjustment..so easy. What music do you listen to when you are riding. Paring the two together is perfect.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Well said! We love all types of music but we tend to ride to things like Kings of Leon, Zac Brown Band, One Republic, Maroon 5, and the list goes on. It's all about the beat to get into a pedal rythem.

[@CaptApril123]

Nice review. I need a new bicycle helmet and just found out about these 'smart' helmets. These would be perfect for me, it would allow me to ditch my headphones and I really like the idea of the built in FM radio. Hands free phone calls are important for me too. Thanks

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We still love ours! They work very well.

[@grayroadadventures985]

We love ours too 😀

[@SmallSpaceLiving]

Those are some nice hamlets for sure. You may pay a little more but you also pay for what you get is my opinion. I like the feature of being able to speak to each other as well. That is really cool. So much safety in that. Once I get a Ebike I will will be ordering these.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We honestly bought them for the intercom so we can communicate while we ride. All the other features are just bonus for us. We think they are worth the money just from the safety standpoint.

[@petephilipsen7681]

i love you guys

[@TalkingWithBob]

That's awesome... I have been trying to get a hold of a ebike company to work with but no luck. Those helmets are really cool

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Rad does have an influencer program that you can apply for. We did not apply...we have just been buying stuff and then sharing the information on the channel.

[@TheBestofUSTheFloros]

Amazing helmets. Thanks for sharing. Another on my wishlist. Deana and Duane watching too.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

They are pretty cool and work really well. The intercom feature is really why we wanted them.

[@timlist4173]

So in intercom mode, the microphone is on all the time? Not a good time to say something bad. LOL

[@senatechnologies]

Yes, it's an open mic. Just like when you're speaking side by side, you'll be able to hear everything, always :)

[@mcampbell10777]

The bag is a nice touch you always need to protect your helmet.

[@motownbaby]

Great review! You’ve sold me on the helmet...now, hopefully I can find a few.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We love the helmets and we feel like they are well worth the money

[@TravelingonAdventures]

Pretty cool product. I didn't even know they existed!

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We didn't either until just recently! It was one of those discoveries that ended up costing me more money! LOL

[@CR10.07]

Hi guys! Nice video. Love the helmet... sissy and I, have been riding about 13 miles most days and having a great time... now this helmet may just work to keep track of sissy in case she takes the road less traveled...

[@TravelswithDelaney]

LOL! That is funny although she might not think so! Hope you are both doing well and staying safe.

[@CR10.07]

Travels with Delaney let’s not tell her🤐

[@KevinMullarkey]

Great idea but what happens when you have to replace the helmet after about 5 years?

[@SmoreCampingwiththeSchraggs]

Awesome review. Geez every time I want something and think 🤔 I will save my money and buy this or that. You guys have already done it. Lol. I have been looking at electric bikes for 2 years now. Just can’t afford them, I was looking at the Haloview rear view camera. I said I’ll save up and buy one in 4 or 5 months. Then I see you have one and now these cool bike helmets. Very nice. At least I can watch your videos and wish I had these things lol great job.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We will have to get together for another camping trip and you can try them out!

[@Lindasromperroom]

Lectric Bikes are affordable. My husband loves his. I have a Liberty Trike.

[@RosebudsTravels]

That's a cool product!

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We think so too. A bit pricey but we think they are worth the money.

[@maifeldm1]

We just got two Rad mini plus and are pretty excited. Watched a ton of videos and appreciated your thoughts and suggestions and input. Also noted the Bike helmet review and just received them and excited to get them set up. So far I have one major dissapointment........ I noted that your helmet included a GREAT ring binder with the instructions (looked like a large deck of cards with ring binder connecting them together) Ours both came with barely a few instructions/or even quick start. We have to go to the computer and down load the entire instructions. Not finding this very helpful. Would also like to be able to take actual set of instructions with us while biking to help navigate all the settings. Wondering if you know is there a way to get a set of instructions like you had from the company. I do not see that as option on their website. Happy travels and enjoy your informative videos.

[@rickdeckard9810]

Thanks, is wind noise an issue when using Bluetooth?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Have not really noticed any issues with wind noise

[@senatechnologies]

That's a good question, and we're catching it a little late! If you're still wondering: Sena is a leader in the motorcycle communication market. As you can imagine, wind noise cancelling technology has to be top quality to handle wind speeds and noise that motorcyclists deal with. You'll find that the same type of technology, integrated into these helmets makes wind a non-issue :). The only caveat is when there is VERY gusty and inconsistent wind - but these are rare situations and the system still does a pretty great job.

[@adventureswithmelvin-micha9707]

Hello Delaneys! Was wondering after 3 years, do you still have and use your SENA R1 helmets and did you experience any problems. I'm on the fence on ordering. Thanks! Michael

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We do still have them and use them. We don't use them a lot but when we do, they have performed well for us.

[@mosads2986]

EXCELLENT JOB WELL DONE 👏

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Thank you

[@gypsyroads9810]

Very nice. I looked them up. But unfortunately they don’t have a small size. I have a small head ☹️.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Bummer. I know they only seem to have 2 sizes that I could find online.

[@TrimansWife]

Gypsy Roads yes they do. This Sena helmet comes in 3 sizes, small, medium and large. You need to measure your head, using the guide on their website. I also have a pretty small head (I thought) and a small fits me great. Hubby has a extremely large head and the large fits him snugly.

[@Midas8610]

Is the helmet water proof? At least from heavy downpour?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I honestly don’t know. We haven’t ridden in a heavy rain

[@BrGoBu]

@@TravelswithDelaney Yeah I have extenisively search the internet for this question. No such info on whether they are water resistant or water proof???

[@senatechnologies]

They are water resistant - they're made to withstand heavy rain, sweat, and dumping water over your head when you need to cool down! We just cannot call them waterproof since they're not made to withstand being and remaining submerged.

[@SafferCA]

I know wind noise was a major problem with our motorbikes. You never addressed wind noise. Is that an issue at all when both of you are on the road?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We haven't really noticed any issue with wind noise.

[@kraigperry4419]

Hello Patrick ... first year owner of a Tab 400, my wife and I love your channel, would you please consider doing a video on what you do each spring to get your camper ready . What are the steps we need to take to get the camper ready for use this summer?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I have not done a specific video on everything but that might be a good idea. I do have videos on how to dewinterize and one on how to sanitize the fresh water system. Thanks for that idea Kraig!

[@kraigperry4419]

Travels with Delaney Hi Patrick, If you do decide to do a video on dewinterizing that would be awesome. Thank you for replying, with the pandemic all around us I have plenty of time to learn the correct and proper way for getting my Tab400 ready for some hopeful camping later this summer. Anything you could provide would be much appreciated... Be safe

[@alfbaldwin7144]

Hey, great video...thank you. My wife and I are also (new) Rad owners. We are interested in intercom helmets. I am familiar with Sena from my motorcycle. We are in eastern Canada...so locating Sena bicycle gear is not easy. Would you still recommend the R1? Are you still liking them? Any I for would be very much appreciated! Great job on the video instruction! 👏👏👍👍

[@tgmcfly3568]

Nice 👍🏾

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Thank you!

[@tgmcfly3568]

Travels with Delaney I really like those bikes I have a mountain bike electric it has 1000 watts hub motor but it’s big and bulky to put in my camper I am a little bit over the capacity I guess I’ll start eating salads LOL enjoy your channel thank you 🙏🏾😁 PS do I get a discount if I mention your name

[@huetish]

Great helmet for a big head

[@gardenman3]

If you want just the intercom do you need a smart phone?

[@krippleinacaravanxxx707]

I would use these in the house just to tell the “other half” to make me a cup of tea! Fab! ❤️❤️❤️

[@TravelswithDelaney]

LOL! That is a great idea!

[@breyhamilton3419]

So are you able to listen to music while your intercom is on? I just got my r1 evo in it won't allow music to play while mesh intercom is on. You mentioned you're able to share your music. How do you do that?

[@senatechnologies]

Music sharing is possible with the R1, but not the R1 EVO, that's true.

[@roypase8488]

Are they MIPS & DOT certified

[@mchevownr]

I have this same question. Please let us know what safety certifications are with this helmet.

[@senatechnologies]

They meet the North American, European, UK and Asian safety standards :).

[@serinehart]

Do you still like the helmets and did you have any issues with the size chart

[@silalbau1]

I have an r2 evo sena helmet and my husband has an r2 helmet but I can’t get them to sink so I can hear him can you show how you got you helmets to work?

[@mjlcarguy54]

Great video one question : If you are connected to your phone via Bluetooth, can you still use the intercom. thanks :)

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Yes you can. You do have to press one of the buttons to toggle between intercom and music.

[@mjlcarguy54]

@@TravelswithDelaney thank you

[@TravelswithDelaney]

@@mjlcarguy54 You are welcome!

[@robertobbes2244]

Is there a way to update the firmware without a Windows or Apple computer? I have a Chromebook laptop.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I honestly do not know. Maybe someone else will chime in if they know.

[@matthew81158]

I just bought one today but I’m having a hard time pulling it up with my phone did you have to charge the helmet up first because I know sometimes with new devices it won’t pear up real well

[@ridingradsslingingstrats2846]

I love the technology in this helmet I just wish they made it a bit more versatile by offering a few options such as a visor and or clear and tinted eye sheilds to keep direct sun out of our eyes .

[@mikekennedy3173]

Thank for the review, Sounds great. Just curious if you guys are still going to be going to West Yellowstone for July 7 due to Corona ?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Yes....at this point we are planning to still head west in early June and be at West Yellowstone for the Campout. We are probably going to have to cancel the group activities like the dinners and breakfast but we figured we can still chat with anyone who comes and do small group gatherings with the appropriate social distancing guidelines.

[@joronbrice]

Have you tried the "cs" version where the speakers are on the stap...

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We have not.

[@eddie9784]

good review

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Thanks!

[@R_W_Smith]

"Can you her me, now?" -- Luv it! (GREAT JOB, Y'ALL! As always.) P.S. Woof, woof!

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Thanks! Give Bentley kisses from Truman and Bess

[@williamvan909]

that's really cool but if your around a lot of trees looks like you lose single trees block it out but still good wow

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I am sure the range on a bike path without trees in the way will increase the range significantly.

[@williamvan909]

@@TravelswithDelaney yes i'm sure they will that is really cool i'm thinking of order'en afew my self thanks for the video stay safe down there amen .

[@TravelswithDelaney]

@@williamvan909 Thank you! You stay safe too!

[@1ommm]

I own a smart helmet (different brand)the volume off the speakers isn’t loud enough, just wondering what you think of the speaker quality

[@rickyn1135]

How long to charge? Mine reads 2.5 hours. At 2 hours I tried nanda. Light in back turns Red again. Plug in light turns blue. I have a sneaky suspicion It will at the least ,over night, like 90% of items the first time we purchase them. Did yours have voice command as soon as you turned it on. Mine diet do that either. I think I got a used one,broken one or a Knock off. Not happy for this much money. I have a question before I send back,whe. U first pair it says to hold down like you showed but flashes red ,blue. Mine flashes red once and then flashes blue blue blue. My phone still reads nothing. What’s the secret? I’ve read the reviews about 20% have issues like mine.

[@cdlady54_95]

Nice helmet, definitely beats my Bell helmet. Your helmet's volume was so low we couldn't hear your finding radio segment, but kinda got it. Sort of like my Bluetooth headset. My biggest negative on the helmet, if you take a phone call the world hears the conversation, part of what's wrong with the world now, no privacy any longer. Thank you for sharing.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Thank you.

[@TrimansWife]

cdLady54 _ I put my phone on “Do Not Disturb” and only my emergency contact will come through.

[@JonathonBarton]

"if you take a phone call the world hears the conversation" - Psh. Who takes a phone call anymore? My outgoing voicemail message is "This is Jon. Did you text first?" 😹

[@perspectmedia5723]

Thanks for the review. I'm curious about the sound quality of the speakers when listening to music. A review of another brand of smart helmet mentioned the bass was not so great. How is the bass and overall sound quality when listening to music on the Sena R1?

[@ratchfordgeorge]

i would also think that other people can hear your music.

[@andrewgray3409]

Perspect Media- did you find out more about the sound quality?

[@sharonbennett3318]

Where the safety features on this helmets?

[@josematos9812]

Hello, I bought 2 R1 but the intercom no pairing, my wife and I were very excited to have them but now a little discouraged. Can you help me? Please

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Have you reached out to the company? Ours paired the first time we tried following the directions provided. I wonder if there is an issue with your helmet

[@russellroberts4897]

Do you have a link to the visor?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I am not sure what you mean by the visor? Are you referring to the helmet?

[@russellroberts4897]

Yes. The amazon link says a visor is available, but I couldn’t find it on amazon. Great video by the way.

[@procarepharmacy2931]

do you need a phone for this to work? i just want to be able to talk between bicycles without need cellular reception or a data plan

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I think you can connect them using the intercom without connecting to a smart phone.

[@carlahlers9454]

No, you don’t need a phone for the intercom or the radio features to work. Also, once you get a phone call, it disconnects from the group intercom. But once you end the call, it does not automatically return to the group intercom... you have to connect back in.

[@senatechnologies]

There is no need for a phone connection to use the Bluetooth or Mesh intercom in any of Sena's communication systems :)

[@johnysjourneys9450]

I wonder if I could get a set for mom and myself. That way she can tell me what to do even when I’m not in the house with her!! Lol

[@TravelswithDelaney]

That is too funny Johny! LOL

[@saulbachiller-smith8382]

Will this helmet work with apple watch? I don't usually carry my phone with me, my watch is connected to my phone. Is there also a volume control?

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I do not know if an Apple watch will connect or not.

[@lindamarquette7351]

Can you use the intercom without always touching the button? For instance, can I play music then talk to someone? Or can I talk to the helmet and say intercom on?

[@senatechnologies]

Once the helmets are paired in intercom mode, you don't need to touch any buttons: the mic is open. This way you can talk as you do when you're side by side... except you don't need to be. Even if you are next to one another, you won't have to shout over wind noise :)

[@LindaMarquette-i3d]

My helmet doesn't seem to be able to do that. I have to push the middle button first then let go and I can then talk. Then to end the conversation I need to hit the middle button again. @@senatechnologies

[@williamvan909]

the only thing about all these bike helmets is that they have no bug screens in them so if a hornet or bees hit you they can sting you in the head easy need bug screens in them

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Good point

[@philhampton2086]

Judy told me I'm not allowed to watch anymore product reviews! She's tired of me saying it's only $$$!lol I'm still selling her on a couple of the Rad's!

[@TravelswithDelaney]

That's funny Phil.....Patty tells me the same thing! LOL

[@TrimansWife]

Phil Hampton get the rads, and the helmets and NEVER look back! I haven’t!

[@johnysjourneys9450]

I’m afraid the helmet is smarter than me!! Lol

[@TravelswithDelaney]

It's crazy how much technology you can put into a bike helmet.

[@senatechnologies]

🤣

[@mcampbell10777]

the wife is getting one she loves my helmet

[@TravelswithDelaney]

We love them!

[@focusedeye]

I really like the helmet...however...when I checked the Sena website I couldn't find any measurement for helmet sizes. They list them as small, medium and large. How large is large? My current helmet, which I had to really search for is an XL (59 to 64 CM). www.sena.com/product/r1

[@sharonbennett3318]

The music can be very distracting..

[@senatechnologies]

Fortunately the volume control is very easy to use, even while riding, since the buttons are so conveniently placed :). Plus, both the connection and the helmet are easy to turn off when you decide you've had enough of your playlist :)

[@lindabarker7142]

gadget guru

[@TravelswithDelaney]

I am not sure how I got into doing product reviews! LOL. I am so looking forward to getting out on the road with the trailer so I can make some travel videos.

[@geezersgarage8181]

You skipped right past how to pair with your smartphone. Thanks a lot.

[@TravelswithDelaney]

Sorry for that. Ours were already paired when I shot the video. Its a normal pairing process. The users manual gives easy to follow instructions to use. Find the device on your smartphone bluetooth list and connect.

[@geezersgarage8181]

@@TravelswithDelaney I finally figured it out. The "user manual" is totally worthless and I told them so. 15 different languages, as thick as a phone book and the info you need is represented by symbols. Ridiculous.

[@huanpham2618]

@@geezersgarage8181 i agree their manual must be written by someone from out of this world. Incompetent thinking.

[@maifeldm1]

@@geezersgarage8181 I agree but now you have to download on the computer!!

[@ChasingtheDreamRV]

Worst customer service I’ve ever seen from a company...one of mine came in a different language and customer support advice was to borrow a friends computer when software would not download on my one year old laptop...also instructions are horrible....so for now I’ve have one in English and the other in some other language