{"id":9590,"date":"2023-01-02T06:36:11","date_gmt":"2023-01-02T06:36:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/?p=9590"},"modified":"2025-12-01T10:10:44","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T10:10:44","slug":"half-helmet-bluetooth-headset","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/half-helmet-bluetooth-headset\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Choose The Best Half Helmet Bluetooth Headset? Remember 3 Points"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As a half helmet rider, how many times do you get the reply \"Sorry sir, our helmet Bluetooth intercom doesn't work with your helmet\"<\/p>\n<p>Can you use Bluetooth with a half helmet? Can't a half-helmet rider have a motorcycle Bluetooth communication system?<\/p>\n<p>Yes, you can Absolutely.<\/p>\n<p>So, How to choose the best half helmet Bluetooth headset?<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/ultimate-guide-to-helmet-bluetooth-intercom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Ultimate Guide to Motorcycle Helmet Bluetooth Intercom<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Keep these points in mind to help you choose the right helmet Bluetooth headset for your half helmet.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#4c80e5;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#669aff;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:6px;-moz-border-radius:6px;-webkit-border-radius:6px;\">1. Half helmet riders please purchase headphones with <strong>boom microphones(hard microphone)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>2. I don't recommend half-helmet headphones for bicycle helmet users, the boom mic is short for you guys.<\/p>\n<p>3. Please <strong>adjust the angle of the microphone<\/strong> correctly to pick up your voice.<\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_9634\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9634\" class=\"wp-image-9634 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Half-helmet-with-boom-microphonehard-microphone.jpg\" alt=\"The best Half Helmet Bluetooth Headset\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Half-helmet-with-boom-microphonehard-microphone.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Half-helmet-with-boom-microphonehard-microphone-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Half-helmet-with-boom-microphonehard-microphone-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Half-helmet-with-boom-microphonehard-microphone-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9634\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The best Half Helmet Bluetooth Headset<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69eb150131652\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/half-helmet-bluetooth-headset\/#How_to_install_a_Bluetooth_headset_on_the_half_helmet\" >How to install a Bluetooth headset on the half helmet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/half-helmet-bluetooth-headset\/#Boom_Microphone\" >Boom Microphone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/half-helmet-bluetooth-headset\/#Things_To_Consider_Before_Buying_Half_Helmet_Bluetooth_Headsets\" >Things To Consider Before Buying Half Helmet Bluetooth Headsets<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/half-helmet-bluetooth-headset\/#Connection_Range\" >Connection Range<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/half-helmet-bluetooth-headset\/#Bluetooth_Version\" >Bluetooth Version<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/half-helmet-bluetooth-headset\/#Battery\" >Battery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/half-helmet-bluetooth-headset\/#Price\" >Price<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/half-helmet-bluetooth-headset\/#Waterproof\" >Waterproof<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Full_Helmet_VS_Half_Helmet\"><\/span><strong>Full Helmet VS Half Helmet<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let's first briefly distinguish the difference between full-face helmets and half-face helmets and their working principles to help understand the adaptability of Bluetooth intercoms to them.<\/p>\n<p>Full-face motorbike safety helmets are one of the most safety <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/different-types-of-motorcycle-helmets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">types of helmets<\/a>, but you will have to compromise the great ventilation for security.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, a half helmet is a much-simplified headgear style that covers half your head. Extra specifically, the top of your head up to the ears. Most riders will concur that riding is everything about soaking in the atmosphere while having a durable helmet on your head.<\/p>\n<p>So in this way, both full and half helmets can cover your ears. I will tell you that as long as your helmet covers your ears, most helmet Bluetooth intercoms can be installed.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_install_a_Bluetooth_headset_on_the_half_helmet\"><\/span><strong>How to install a Bluetooth headset on the half helmet?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Not only full helmets can install Bluetooth intercoms, but Manufacturers are also thinking about how half-helmet riders will get wireless communication on their motorcycles.<\/p>\n<p>Helmet Bluetooth headsets usually include a mounting base and microphone accessories in the box.<\/p>\n<p>The mounting base can be glued or clipped. No matter what kind of helmet you have, the base can be attached to it.<\/p>\n<p>Unless it's an air helmet! Kidding! So, the Bluetooth headset can be mounted anywhere on your helmet, clipped to the left, right, back, or even attached to the top of your head, if you prefer.<\/p>\n<p>The point is not to install the host but to install the microphone.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boom_Microphone\"><\/span><strong>Boom Microphone<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Boom microphones, also known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Motorcycle-Bluetooth-Headset-Communication-Accessories\/dp\/B07RVB5WWX?ref_=ast_sto_dp&amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hard microphones<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Just mentioned the microphone accessories in the motorcycle Bluetooth headset box, they are a <strong>soft microphone and a boom microphone (also called a hard microphone)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The soft microphone<\/strong> is suitable for the full helmet. The soft wire can be freely shuttled inside the full helmet, and then you can install the microphone in any position<\/p>\n<p><strong>Boom microphones are made for half helmets.<\/strong> It can be suspended on the half helmet and fixed to the side of the half helmet by Velcro or 3M glue. You can hide it in the ear pads. The boom mic can be angled so that it picks up our voice close to the mouth.<\/p>\n<p>You should have the ability to select where you install the mic, so it doesn't block your sight of the road. Keep the boom outside your line of sight.<\/p>\n<p>You should also be able to change the length of the microphone. If it is too long or short, the system may have trouble grabbing your voice.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9635 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Half-Helmet-Bluetooth-Headset.jpg\" alt=\"Half Helmet Bluetooth Headset\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Half-Helmet-Bluetooth-Headset.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Half-Helmet-Bluetooth-Headset-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Half-Helmet-Bluetooth-Headset-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Half-Helmet-Bluetooth-Headset-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_To_Consider_Before_Buying_Half_Helmet_Bluetooth_Headsets\"><\/span><strong>Things To Consider Before Buying Half Helmet Bluetooth Headsets<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Connection_Range\"><\/span>Connection Range<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The first thing to consider is the range of the communication channels. Consider this if you'll be riding in a secluded location. It's an excellent suggestion to check out a headset with a higher range of buildings or other lorries blocking your signal.<\/p>\n<p>The range of the headset counts on the kind and the power level of its battery, and the distance it can function before being detached from your motorcycle.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bluetooth_Version\"><\/span>Bluetooth Version<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The Bluetooth version of the best helmet Bluetooth headset has been upgraded to version 5.0, so the first thing you should consider is the Bluetooth 5.0 version of the Bluetooth intercom.<\/p>\n<p>Maybe your friends are using Bluetooth version 3.0 or 4.0 headphones.<\/p>\n<p>But that's okay, you don't need to worry about the Bluetooth 5.0 version not being compatible with them. Bluetooth 5.0 has great compatibility and can be compatible with low-level Bluetooth headsets.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Battery\"><\/span>Battery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Nowadays, many of the headsets on the market have battery life that might last for as much as 20 hours! The gadget's battery will last as long as you need it to.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Price\"><\/span>Price<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You should inspect prices and do your research study before making a purchase due to the fact that the price can differ depending upon what you need!<\/p>\n<p>There are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/blog\/best-budget-motorcycle-bluetooth-helmet-intercom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">5 best budget motorcycle Bluetooth helmet intercoms<\/a> you can check on.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>And <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fodsports.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fodsports Helmet Intercom<\/a> Matches Your Needs At An Affordable Price. And Worldwide Free Shipping!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Waterproof\"><\/span>Waterproof<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You should opt for an intercom with a higher level of waterproofing, as there is definitely a chance we'll have a rainy day on our ride.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, hopefully, you can find the best intercom for your half helmet.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a half helmet rider, how many times do you get the reply \"Sorry sir, our helmet Bluetooth intercom doesn't work with your helmet\" Can you use Bluetooth with a half helmet? Can't a half-helmet rider have a motorcycle Bluetooth communication system? Yes, you can Absolutely. 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