For years, Sena has been a pioneer in the world of motorcycle connectivity. The brand has a wide selection of Bluetooth communicators, and today, it even has a bunch of smart helmets for you to choose from. Its latest release, the Phantom, brings smart helmet capability up a notch.
It looks pretty cool and is packing quite a bit of tech. But is it all it’s cut out to be? So let’s take a closer look.
Sena’s Phantom is a full-face helmet that wants to give you seamless communication, high-quality audio, and improved safety features—all without needing external devices. Right off the bat, this thing’s ideal for folks who want to keep a clean and polished aesthetic without missing out on all the bells and whistles.
The Phantom is pretty much a refined and well-integrated version of what Sena already does best. It comes equipped with Mesh Intercom 3.0 and WAVE Intercom, giving you multiple options to stay connected with your group. Whether you're in a large riding pack or just chatting with a passenger, the system promises a stable, flexible connection.
As is the case with most top-tier helmet communication systems, sound quality is a big deal with this lid. Sena teamed up with none other than Harman Kardon for premium speakers and microphone tech, so music, calls, and intercom chats should come through crisp and clear. There’s also AI-powered noise cancellation, which helps cut out wind and road noise for better communication, and perhaps even a bit less fatigue on longer rides.
Beyond just communication, Sena integrated safety lighting into the Phantom. It has front and rear lights, with the rear ones acting as brake lights that activate when you slow down. It’s by no means a novel feature, as other helmets are already offering this tech, and you can even buy a stick-on accelerometer-powered brake light off Amazon. But it’ll surely be interesting to see how well this thing works in Sena’s new lid.
Sena has also made sure the Phantom can receive Over-the-Air (OTA) updates via the Sena Motorcycles App. No need to plug your helmet into your laptop or home computer—just keep your helmet up to date with a tap on your phone.
But perhaps the most attractive feature of this helmet is its form factor. Unlike other Bluetooth communicators that require a bulky, externally mounted module, the Phantom keeps everything streamlined. The controls are flush-mounted, and dual internal antennas help maximize communication range. Despite packing in all this tech, Sena also managed to fit a larger battery without compromising comfort.
The price for this futuristic lid? A seemingly reasonable $499 USD. Pretty good value, considering all the tech that’s stuffed into it. So yeah, Sena’s Phantom sure looks like a well-rounded option for riders who want a helmet that blends protection with modern connectivity. If you’re the type who enjoys group rides or needs a reliable way to stay in touch while on the bike, it might be worth considering.
But what do you think? Is this something you’d add to your regular gear rotation?
Source: Sena
