Heat, sweat, gloves, motorways, trails, a group spreading out or a riding partner going missing. In adventure riding, a helmet has to do more than protect. With the Outlander, SENA goes beyond the traditional adventure helmet concept by integrating communication, audio and safety features from the outset.
An adventure helmet has to do more than protect.
In adventure riding, communication can help avoid getting lost or being caught off guard. When the group stretches out on a trail, a rider misses a turn, or the leader spots an obstacle, being able to warn the others immediately makes all the difference.
With the Outlander, SENA addresses this reality with Mesh Intercom 3.0, delivering robust, clear communication up to 2 km, and Wave Intercom, which extends communication via the cellular network with unlimited range. All this with up to 20 hours of talk time.
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When the heat is on, comfort is no longer a detail.
Comfort is never a luxury. When the hours build up, the pace changes and the temperature rises, a helmet can quickly become a nuisance. SENA has therefore designed the Outlander around an intermediate oval fit and a fast-drying COOLMAX®* liner, engineered to wick away moisture and help keep the rider cool and dry for longer.
A straightforward answer to a reality well known to anyone who rides hard and rides long.
With gloves on, ergonomics still need to be obvious.
On the road as on the trail, controls need to be easy to find and use without hesitation. To achieve this, the Outlander features a four-button panel with a central joystick, as well as dedicated buttons for Mesh and Wave Intercom.
Here, SENA focuses on more intuitive operation, even with gloves on, in conditions where using equipment should never distract from what matters most.
“With the Outlander, we did not design an adventure helmet and then add an intercom as an afterthought. We approached the entire product from the outset as one integrated whole, with connectivity, ergonomics, safety and comfort built into a single overall vision. That is also what makes this helmet unique: it is designed and manufactured by Sena, with full control from the very first sketch through to the final product.” — Vlada Bokza, Motorcycle Marketing Manager Europe, SENA
Between road and trail, a helmet needs to adapt fast
One of the classic challenges of adventure riding is the need to switch quickly from one use to another. Sena addresses this with a peak that can be removed without tools, thanks to hand-operated screws, and a visor that can be detached quickly, even with the peak still in place.
The Outlander is also Pinlock-compatible and can be used with off-road goggles once the visor has been removed. Here again, the helmet adapts to the terrain, rather than imposing its own limits on the rider.
Safety remains the foundation
While the Outlander expands the role of the helmet by integrating connectivity and onboard functions, SENA does not forget the essentials: a helmet must first and foremost protect. The Outlander is built around a composite fibreglass shell, multi-density EPS and ECE 22.06 certification.
It also integrates front lights and a rear light with an accelerometer, capable of switching from position light to emergency brake light to enhance rider visibility.
A different way to approach the adventure helmet
With the Outlander, SENA is not entering the adventure segment with just another helmet. The brand brings its own DNA to the category: a helmet designed to ride, communicate, adapt and take on a full day on the road or trail, making every outing simpler, safer and smoother.
The SENA Outlander is available from the brand’s usual dealers at a price of €549. Full information can be found at sena.com.
SENA OUTLANDER SPECIFICATIONS
Safety
ï Full-face helmet
ï Fibreglass shell
ï Multi-density EPS liner
ï Micrometric chinstrap buckle
ï ECE 22.06 certified
ï Pinlock included
ï Front LED lights
ï Rear LED lights: daytime running lights and brake lights
Comfort
ï Removable and washable liner, COOLMAX®* fabric
ï Ventilation: chin, forehead and rear vents
ï Weight: approx. 1,720 g in size M
Communication
ï 40 mm Harman Kardon speakers
ï Voice commands
ï Bluetooth 5.3
ï Intercom types:
o Wave Intercom
o Mesh Intercom 3.0
o Mesh Intercom 2.0
ï Intercom range:
o Wave Intercom: unlimited range
o Mesh Intercom: 2 km in open terrain
ï Number of users:
o Wave Intercom: virtually unlimited
o Open Mesh Intercom mode: virtually unlimited
o Group Mesh Intercom mode: up to 24 users
ï Multi-brand compatibility thanks to Wave
ï AINR — Artificial Intelligence Noise Reduction: AI-based noise reduction on the microphone
ï 1,000 mAh battery
ï 20 hours of talk time with a charging time of 2.5 hours
ï Fast charging: 20 minutes for 3.5 hours of Mesh talk time
ï Safe Power: allows the helmet to be powered from an external source without using the
battery
ï Automatic power on/off
ï Wireless OTA — Over-the-Air — updates
ï SENA Motorcycles app
ï SENA Wave app
Sizes and colours
ï Available sizes: S, M, L, XL and XXL
ï Available colours: matt black and gloss white
*COOLMAX® is a registered trademark of The LYCRA Company.
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ABOUT SENA
Founded in 1998, SENA is a global leader in innovative communication systems, delivering advanced connectivity solutions for adventure enthusiasts and professionals alike. SENA continues to push technological boundaries with a product range spanning motorcycle helmets, outdoor sports communication systems and industrial applications. SENA products integrate cutting-edge technologies such as Bluetooth®, Mesh Intercom™ and Wave Intercom™, ensuring an optimal user experience in terms of safety and performance. On the road, in the mountains or at sea, SENA supports its users wherever adventure takes them.
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Original post on modernclassicbikes.co.uk and published by Frank Duggan. Frank is the Founder and Editor of Modern Classic Motorcycle News, an independent motorcycle publication covering modern classic motorcycles, roadsters, scramblers, cruisers, electric motorcycles and the wider motorcycle industry.
