ROAD NEWS
NEW HOME FOR CARDO IN NZ
I
t looks like we’re in the early stages of
a motorcycle communications battle
with the news that Darbi Accessories – the
team behind the massive Motogear.co.nz
website – has taken on the Kiwi distribution
of Cardo Systems wide range of helmet ready
communications systems.
Cardo Systems has been in the motorcycle
communication game for over 15 years,
pioneering new innovations and changing the
way riders think about how they communicate
while on two wheels. From the first Bluetooth
unit back in 2004, the global leader of wireless
communication systems has worked to improve
the quality, functionality, and safety – allowing
riders to focus on their ride, while it focuses
on the technology.
Looking to improve the user experience, Cardo
introduced Dynamic Mesh Communication
(DMC) on its PACKTALK range for improved and
enhanced intercom connection functionality
and Natural Voice Operation that integrates with
rider’s phones and unlocking the potential for
hands-free navigation and communication.
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They also boast a partnership with JBL, a
leading audio brand from HARMAN, allowing
riders to have the ‘Ultimate Sound Experience’.
These features help to make the waterproof
Cardo System units, a popular choice with
riders and amongst rider training institutions,
a trait that has carried through even to
Supercross where the intercoms are used by
teams to pass information to their riders in
real time.
“We’re proud to begin our work with Darbi
Accessories in New Zealand”, Says Jonathan Yanai,
Cardo VP of Global Sales.
“Our products are available through our strong
partners globally so to add Darbi Accessories to
this team is fantastic. They are already extremely
established within the motorcycle market and
we look forward to working with them moving
forward, taking Cardo Systems to the amazing
roads of New Zealand.”
Darbi Accessories has confirmed pricing for the
Cardo range will start at $259 for the entry-
level Freecom 1+ with the range maxing out
at $599 for the Packtalk Bold.