Shoei SRL-Mesh Bluetooth Communication System by Sena Review

With the Shoei SRL-Mesh Bluetooth Communication System by Sena, riders now have another option to add a comm system to their Shoei Neotec 2 or GT-Air 2 Helmets. With this new system, riders will be able to benefit from a mesh connection which not only allows more riders to connect up together but also improves the user experience with only needing to set up the group once! The Advanced Noise Control helps to minimize noise from wind when you’re chatting with your fellow riders or taking a phone call.

[Mostvisible]

An actual test video of use while riding for sound quality.. Thanks for everything you guys do and for everything you offer at Revzilla

[ColinPopoviciu]

They should make mesh compatible with Cardo!

[TheEagle]

Have a RF 1400 and even though it has sena abilities, i went with a cardo edge - now that is a fantastic combo

[GRG]

just upgraded due to a problem with my previous sena srl 2 to this on my shoei gt air 2. well there is no comparison between the two.. the mesh variant even if you dont use the mesh is a must, better sound and volume, better battery life and charging time, type c usb charging port... i would say if you are looking at these two go with the mesh the srl 2 does not make sense as an option.

[thurodex]

Thanks 😅, small correction with the antenna leads actually slips on the inside where controls switches are tail towards the back … Tnx

[christopherhamm]

Ive been using the Sena 20S as an intercom between my wife (pillion) and myself since 2015 and love them. Last year I need to replace and aging and stinky Scorpion helmet. I really like the design and features of the Scorpion but sadly Scorpion has changed the design. So I started looking for another brand with a drop down sunshield. My original intent was to transfer the 20S over to my new lid….. or at least thats what I was hoping for. It seems helmet manufacturers have conspired to make this an impossible task. Most put the sunshield actuator right where the 20S would mount to the helmet rim…. I looked at the Air2 and really liked the layout and features of it but unless I glue the bracket to the helmet there is no way of properly mounting the quick connect bracket to the helmet.
So I broke down and bought the Air2 AND the Sena SRL2 since it was compatible with the 20s on my wifes helmet.
Installation was easy despite the tiny poor installation drawings. After installation I wanted to fully charge the unit prior to trying it out. It was at that point my first negative impression surfaced. You must place your entire helmet either on the floor or a counter with access to an AC outlet. I have a charging station set up for phones, tablet, laptops, Sena, etc…. However there is not enough room to accommodate placing the helmet there. It was very convenient to unclip the 20’s and plug them in. Pairing was easy and the operation was decent but sometimes very frustrating. For example. The intercom function is sometimes deafening while trying to hear turn by turn directions is barely audible.
About a year in my unit developed an irritating habit of not being able to turn the device on or off while wearing the helmet. I pulled out the instructions and confirmed the two button press but was only able to turn it off by taking the helmet off. Additionally, this device would drop connection with the 20s. The is strange considering my wife was sitting right behind me. I tried software updates and factory reset but neither worked.
Thankfully, Sena customer service replaced my unit. I haven’t had too much opportunity to really try it out since my wife and I haven’t had time to go for a ride. But so far the unit is powering without issue.
Im still flustered by the volume issues for both the 20 and SRL. Not sure why it just cant be consistent as sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t.
I would have preferred to find a suitable helmet and keep using the 20s. But sadly, the helmet manufacturers had something else in mind. I did transfer the 20s mount to my HJC dual sport helmet. I really like the fact that it is cheaper to buy a second or third bracket than hae to buy a complete separate unit for each helmet.
Given the choice, I would probably not buy a Shoei Air2 as the helmet is very noisy compared to the Scorpion. But feature and usability wise it was the best option at the time.
Sorry for the long winded post. Just wanted to pass along my experience with the Shoei and the SRL2.

[dagkarlsson]

About time they got mesh. Definitely cardo is still ahead in the game.

[brewed]

So the Gt Air 2 lets a little water in with heavy rain, , how does the SENA handle the little bit of water getting in?

[riderramblings]

I have owned a number of Sena units prior to buying the Shoei Neotec II and, in general, have been very happy with them. I decided to buy the SRL Mesh unit for the helmet and I am disappointed.

The system is buggy - after using the Mesh system you need a system power off and back on to turn on the Radio.
You can't raise the volume level quickly as it assumes you want another function when pressing the buttons quickly. The Radio volume around town 20-40mph is fine. Above 45 mph it's terrible - no the automatic volume reduction is not activated so it's not mistaking the wind noise for speech.
The Voice commands don't work very well - sometimes not all all until the system is powered off and on again.
Sena's support leaves a lot of be desired - sometimes they reply after a couple of weeks, sometime never. And, often, when submitting a support request the website responds with: _There was a problem submitting the form. Please try again later._

[asong]

You didn’t.cover the sound quality. Original one sucked. Are the speakers upgraded to Harmon Kardon?

[Jonasegway]

Ok does this Sena unit have a 2.5mm or 3.5mm aux OUT port? With my Sena 20S I use the 2.5mm AUX out with the supplied Sena cable into the 3.5mm I put of my GoPro to use the microphone boom as the microphone for my videos while motovlogging.

Not having that 2.5mm AUX out is what's stalling me from buying this helmet if the Sena SRL doesn't have such a port

[rainman]

None of the "Hey Sena" voice commands work. It only does "Hey Google" on my Android phone.

[TasosChitas]

Hi one question can this communication system work with shcuberth's sc2 system ?

[fensn]

Hi. Is this device a full voice command such as cardo system? Thank you

[post]

Hello. Is SRL-Mesh first generation compatable with Shoei Gt Air 2?

[markbrown]

I want to know two things:
1. Can it pair with Cardo mesh yet? My brother has Cardo, and making connection proprietary instead of open will decrease the enthusiasm factor, as Cardo is trying to make theirs open.
2. I have a C5/SC2 combo and the speakers aren't very loud. Is the SRL3 better than the SC2? It'd cost me about $300 more to get the Neotech3/SRL3 combo compared to another C5/SC2 combo. I want to know if the SRL3 is that much better.

[donkixostis]

Ok..but what happens when i change my helmet?will it fit my future shoei?

[gerbman]

All Bluetooth communicators need some serious innovation. It's the same problems every release.. i will be using my 20s until something innovative comes out.

[keyIR]

Does it pair with other bluetooth brands?

[RyanStewartUSA]

Now just need someone to get the model for the RF-1400 in the US.