Autocom helmet set up

[Bryn]

Just managed to fit autocom to the bike, now i'm attempting the helmet bit... I've got a shoei synchrotech flip lid, anyone know the best way to install speakers?

Do they go between the shell and the polystyrene? if so will the 1cm or so gap between the speaker and the ear make any difference? (once a bit has been lovingly carved out to accomodate them)

I have tried just velcro'ing the pads straight onto the lining on the inside, and it feels most uncomfortable....

Any advice would be most appreciated, before i start demolition..

Cheers Bryn

 

[MikeP]

The local police have just started to phase these Shoei lids in to replace System IV. They are fitted with Sonic gear. I was talking to my mate the other day and he said that they are having trouble with comfort due to the ear pieces. When I suggested shaving some of the padding from behind the lining he told me that the lining at the sides is fixed. It's not removable in any way!

The only solution so far is that one of the blokes has removed the ear piece and gently tapped the padding down with the ball of an engineers hammer!!!

If you do find another solution I think the local Old Bill will be interested!

 

[Bryn]

No engineers hammer, but i've got a lump hammer

 

[beacon]

Ring autocom they will tell you what to do, mind you they couldnt help with my XR1000 so I have just bought some ultimate ear jobbys

 

[Bryn]

Thanks for the advice folks.. it seems i'm giong to go with shaving the inner side of the polystyrene to leave the speakers flush with the inside lining...... Bryn

 

[tonym]

I had the same problem with the XR1000 and also bought ultimate ear jobies!

 

[gazza]

Did the same thing on my old syncrotec. Used a hot spoon, it melts the styrene and shapes it nicely.

 

[gavinbell]

hot spoon

...now where did you learn that trick?!!!!!

bad habits......

 

[Bryn]

Sorted! used a craft knife and lots of hot-glue... Took it out for a test ride..... How did i manage for so many years without a sound system!



Thanks for all the suggestions.... Bryn

 

[gazza]

Re: hot spoon

...now where did you learn that trick?!!!!!

bad habits......

It actually comes from being a member of the UK forces. We used to smooth out the ripples on toe cap of new boots so that you could polish then to that mirror like shine. Used to sit there hours rubbing little circle swith spi and polish. The joys of being a serviceman.

 

[grandtrousers]

and then we cheated and used "klear" floor polish or "morello" black hat dye!

 

[grandtrousers]

Re: Re: hot spoon

It actually comes from being a member of the UK forces. We used to smooth out the ripples on toe cap of new boots so that you could polish then to that mirror like shine. Used to sit there hours rubbing little circle swith spi and polish. The joys of being a serviceman.

.......and then we cheated by using "klear" floor polish or morello hat dye

 

[Deleted account W]

My son, who's in the Air Cadets had his parade shoes painted with nose cone paint when at RAF Valley. At least that's what the RAF engineer told him it was.

You can see your face in them.

 

[John Armstrong]

Devcon flexane as used on the noses of drop tanks etc. Mix it up, slap it on and bingo. No more polishing apart from Pledge for a perfect shine. And it didn't crack being a flexible coating. Saved hours of work before AOC's.