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Chatterbox Helmet
Ride to Talk – The Chatterbox Helmet
Ever tried to handle a cell phone on a motor bike? That’s
when you need a Chatterbox helmet – with a Chatterbox
helmet you can talk and ride.
The Chatterbox is a compact, hands free helmet based
communications system. The two way radio mounts directly
into your motorcycle helmet. It’s so lightweight you
won’t even notice it and it is easy to install. The
Velcro attachments make it easy to attach and remove.
Chatterbox is a trademarked product name so you will
need to get your system from an authorized dealer or
check out the Chatterbox website.
There are several models available and you are sure to
find one that suits your needs.
The bike to bike models are the best selling Chatterbox
helmet models. The FRS Multi Sport is available in full
face helmet and open face helmet styles, and gives up to
two miles talking range. The FM (frequency modulation)
transmission provides clear communications with hands
free voice activation. You can take the FRS off road
into rough conditions with no trouble. The strong shock
resistant casing makes it a good companion anywhere you
want to go.
The FRS has two channels, but if you want more
technology move up to the FRS-X2 with 14 channels and 38
talk groups. The FRS-X2 features a large illuminated
liquid crystal display and a cellphone input.
Top of the line in the bike to bike Chatterbox helmet
communicators is the GMRS-X1, a powerful model with 15
channels and a five mile communications radius.
All bike to bike models are battery powered, low battery
indicator lights. The batteries last about a day, and
are fully rechargeable.
The FRS-X2 and the GMRS-X1 are in water resistant cases.
To keep in touch with your passenger, there are two
rider to passenger models of the Chatterbox helmet. The
HJC-50 Tandem Pro features fully adjustable volume
control, stereo sound and inputs for cellphone or radar
detector, while the HJC-60 uses noise reducing headsets
rather than stereo headsets. The HJC-60 is also voice
activated.
Chatterbox also makes a range of hand held
communicators, starting with the Freetalk. This is a
handy unit to take along if you don’t need full time
communication but do want to keep in touch with other
members of your group. But there is also a hands free
system available, the Pro-Pac System, which means all
you have to do is talk.
Chatterbox has a number of other products available to
make your motorcycling more enjoyable. The Chatterbox
helmet can be fitted with a Noise reducing Headset that
cuts down ambient noise so you can enjoy greater clarity
when listening to music.
The Chatterbox Solo is a mini AM/FM stereo that delivers
dynamic sound from a tiny unit. The Solo can also be
attached to most Chatterbox systems through an audio
cord.
About the Author
Gail Kavanagh is a freelance writer living in
Queensland, Australia. A former newspaper journalist,
Gail has written for anthologies and for print and
online publications, as well as a number of content
sites. She writes an astrology column for Coffee Cramp
Magazine, is the editor of The Kitchen Herbal at
www.openhearth.com and the author of several books at
www.lulu.com/kavanaghsattic including The Working
Writer's Market Guide. Gail's website is
http://www.valeofavondale.com. She is a regular contributor to
http://My-Motorcycle-Helmet.com
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