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Motorcycle Rider
March 2004 Four star rating
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The StarCom
1 is the latest in a long line of intercoms that have landed on my desk and have
promised the earth. You know the sort of thing. Easy to use, crystal clear
communications, simple to install, blah, blah, blah. But you know – this one
worked. The real beauty is its versatility. As standard, the StarCom 1 can
be used as a rider to pillion, rider to rider or for solo rider use. You just
buy additional headsets and connectors when you need them to add a mobile phone
or radio. Plus you can connect it to a satellite navigation or radar detection
system.
I tested the StarCom 1 on two
different bikes – an unfaired 800cc V-twin cruiser and a 750cc sports bike with
an exhaust to rival a MotoGP bike. And it worked perfectly on both, even at
speeds I shouldn’t have been doing. Unlike every other system I’ve tried,
the VOX system actually worked, meaning I didn’t have to wire up a push-to-talk
switch, plus I could cruise to the relaxing sounds of Chopin or race to the Red
Hot Chilli Peppers thanks to the stereo music input.
(Reproduced by permission
of Motorcycle Rider, the BMF magazine)
OnTwoWheels October 2004
There
are plenty of bike communication
systems out in the shops these days but
there are also plenty of useless systems
out there too. The StarCom1 however
is in a league of its own, setting the
standard for all bike inter-com companies, as
this product is simply fantastic and really
does work even at ludicrous speeds.
The system provides such a clarity of sound
it is quite easy to imagine that you are not
hurtling down the road on a noisy bike at all.
The tiny speakers are great when listening to
music and pillion moans of “Slow down”
were also very crisp
indeed and also
extremely amusing.
Motorbikestoday 2004
“I used a
Mini Disc as an audio source with the unit and the sound was almost HiFi CD
quality. Given the small size of the speakers , this was an excellent
achievement. Speech was always clear and crisp no matter how illegal the
speed, “
BMW Club
Journal May 2004
"I was so impressed by
the whole package that I felt everyone else should be made aware of it."
Honda VFR Club
07-11-04
Well I removed the Autocom (Active Rider) from the GS this week and
replaced it with a Starcom1. I did this as the Autocom had developed a
dodgy connection on the rider headset and needed sending back for repair.
As I needed a system whilst its away I bought the Starcom, this gave me a
good chance to do some back to back testing.
Both Units provide Rider - Pillion intercom and allow for the integration
of a multitude of ancillaries, I have used them both with; IPAQ for
GPS/Music, Nokia mobile phone, and Alan446 PMR.
Personal Conclusion
The Starcom1 gets my vote and I think it will for all who mainly ride
alone. The system has superb clarity and is especially good at handling
high speed phone calls (I used to get asked if I was outside/walking when
using the Autocom and phone, to date no one has asked with the Starcom).
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Tony,
Whilst using the web to look up your phone number to enquire about
progress of my order for additional cables I happened to look at the
testimonials and thought you may be interested in my comments. I am now
approaching a year of use of a Starcom 1 unit. Originally installed on a
Bandit and now a Triumph Sprint it has worked perfectly! I wear an
open-face helmet and have no trouble carrying on a conversation at speed
up to 100MPH, at that point the wind noise is such that I can't hear my
pillion, but he can still hear me in his full face helmet
perfectly.Using the phone is a dream. I don't think anyone has realised
that I am hacking up a motorway on a bike! Brilliant! A final point
which has proved very useful is the ability to fall back on a 9V
battery. When using loan bikes, or when test riding new ones, the
ability to pop the unit in a pocket with a battery and carry on using it
has been a Godsend, and all this as standard!
> Robin
Brough
Well I must say well done once again, just got back from
Italy after doing 4700miles on my Bird with you system wired to a MP3,
Nokia Phone, and now road angel gps gatso finder. I can tell you now
that out of the 30 bikes that went, only 2 ran your system. All other
bikes ran Autocom. Why I am again taking the time to say well done to
your company as that at flat out speeds I could still hear my music and
hold a phone conversation, had to slow down for the phoned (155mph ish)
due to wind noise. "ALL" autocom units gave up the ghost at the 100-120
mark. Though you would like to know just how good your system really is.
Thanks again.
Peter Symons UK
Dear Sirs:
I received my order for the StarCom 1. I have installed the unit and have
tested it out. I must say that you have under stated your unit. This is
the best communications system I have ever used. I am currently a Law
Enforcement Officer, (24 yrs.) employed by the Manatee County Sheriff's
Office in Florida. I hold the rank of Sgt., and use to be assigned to
the motorcycle squad. Even the head gear we used for communications was
not near as clear as what your unit is. Needless to say, I am very
impressed and very pleased with my purchase. Hooking up the unit was as
easy as advertised.
Michael Kenyan Florida
USA
Dear Sir,
I recently restored a
1982 Goldwing GL 1100 Aspencade. The original audio/telecom system
needed to be replaced. After doing some research, I purchased your
Starcom system and installed it. Today, I got around to test driving my
Goldwing. The Starcom system works perfectly. Listening to the radio,
talking to the passenger and even receiving a phone call is pure luxury,
worthy of a Goldwing. The Starcom system is definitely top of the line
with a price ticket that can't be beaten. I also want to thank you for
your quick technical assistance to rewire my phone hook-up and to make
adjustments to be able to use my stereo. I can recommend the
Starcom system to anyone who wants it ALL.
John
Rillaerts Indiana USA
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"The
Starcom 1 is great! I am using a Valentine 1, wireless phone, two way radio
(both GMRS and CB) as well as the tunes from the my radio with no problems.
My wife can't believe the voice quality when she calls me to find out where I
am while out wandering on the back roads. I had one small problem with a bad
connector and the folks from Tecstar were fantastic - sent me a replacement
part and things worked like a champ. We have used Chatterbox, Autocom, and
the Commcenter for bike to bike and music over the last 5 years and the
Starcom 1 is the best by far - audio is great (with my ear plugs in), no
problems with ground loops or cross talk from two way radios or ignition noise
- it's a great product."
Thanks Phil
Space, VA
USA
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The chapter
has been investigating bike/bike and rider / passenger communications systems
for some months with a view to choosing a system that we could recommend to
all of our chapter members. We also needed a radio link for our road
captains and marshals for the ride outs that we conduct every month. After
testing a couple of systems we have settled on the Tecstar system and a Kenwood
PMR 446 radio (legal frequency and power output).
We currently have 2 sets in use though the intention is to buy
more. The main reason for choosing your equipment was that it did just what you
said it would and was easy to fit. I am also very impressed with the “after
Sales” service that I have received.
Six bikes from Bridgwater
Chapter took part in the Antwerp 500 mile run in October (24-26) and the ability
to communicate between the bikes ensured that we did not leave any rider behind
at lights or junctions etc with no idea as to what direction we had taken next.
We also used the mobile phone and were told that the other party did not realise
that the call was conducted from a motorcycle Travelling at speed in Belgium. In
total we covered over 1250 miles over the weekend and I know that others in our
club are going to order sets of equipment from you. Please feel free to use any
of the information contained in this email as a recommendation as to the quality
of the system and very good service that your company embraces.
Dave Holden, Harley
Owners Club (Bridgewater Chapter UK)
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Greetings from across the pond!
I have to tell you guys that I think the StarCom1 intercom is completely
amazing! I installed my StarCom1 in my Honda Pacific Coast on Friday before a
200-mile road trip. The trip went just swimmingly and the folks who called me
whilst I was on the road had no idea they were talking to me as I was zipping up
Florida's Turnpike at 75+ miles per hour on my motorcycle! I used to own a BMW
K1200LT, which had integrated into it a BMW ComSystem intercom (OEM-manufactured
by J&M). I have to tell you that your StarCom1 is every bit as good as good as
the BMW ComSystem, does everything the ComSystem can do, and is only one quarter
of the cost!
Cheers!
Gregory
Pius,
Florida USA
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Just to let you know that the phone is working perfectly with the intercom. Was
chatting on it just above the national speed limit and the caller did
not even know I was on my bike.
Thanks for all of your help.
Dr David Welch, Glasgow. |
I just wanted to send a quick email to thank all at Tecstar
for the excellent service I have received from my first contact right through to
the completed set-up of my Starcom Motorcycle Helmet Communication System. The
staff have been incredibly helpful in making sure the product that they supply
has not only met the advertised specifications but has been tailored to fit my
needs perfectly, I now have a very neat installation of the Starcom that is
extremely easy to plug into, leaving me on the bike & ready to take phone calls
within seconds. It really is possible to hold a phone conversation without the
caller knowing you are on the bike, does take some getting used to though,
voices in the head! The only real disadvantage I have found with the unit is on
day trips when I
have the rider/pillion intercom connected, no more silence from the back! Sue is
able to talk to me very clearly at all speeds, comments on my riding skills,
directions I'm taking & of course speed are now readily available all the way to
our destination, we have tried to beat the unit but conversation has been easily
held from 0 - Silly. I chose the Starcom over a more expensive competitor
because of the infectious enthusiasm of the Tecstar staff for their product, it
really was a good decision for me.
Tony (Yamaha FJR1300) Cambridge |
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Dear Tecstar
The system is perfect, user friendly and
it does exactly what it says on the box. Would I recommend it to other
motorcyclists??? Absolutely !!! not only for the quality of the product though
this alone is recommendation enough but for the fantastic after sales once again
thank you.
MR D. PACEY (Nottingham)
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Hi,
I bought a Starcom1 system from yourselves
a few months ago, however I only recently started using the system on
2/8/03.Having entered The "Nick Sanders MOTOCHALLENGE" travelling the UK, my
girlfriend & I found the system to be fantastic as it made our journey most
entertaining. Rode once without the system on "boring". We both found the
Starcom1 system worked brilliantly at "all speeds (100+).We would just like to
congratulate you for supplying a fantastic intercom system at an affordable
price.
Many Thanks
Chris (Lang) & Lorna (LINCOLN)
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My biker pal Mike, and I, purchased Two way
radios and head sets for a tour around the highlands of Scotland, I then wanted
to go one step further and add music to the set up to have some entertainment
and keep up with, travel and news in general. I expressed an interest in the
Starcom 1 that Tecstar had developed and they sent me details, the Starcom was
the answer it allows two way radio input, music input and with the addition of a
second head set, my pillion can enjoy the music and we can talk with absolute
clarity to one another, throughout the full speed range of my ST1100, and if you
wish you can set the VOX to cut out the music whilst in conversation, the next
item I shall be ordering from them will be the input for my mobile phone. My
real reason for writing is to congratulate Tecstar on the product but perhaps
more importantly the Customer service and attention to detail that the company
afforded me, in particular Mr Allan Jones, he was very helpful and the speed of
turn around from order to delivery in my last experience was amazing (Item
posted on Tuesday night returned Thursday).
So thank you Tecstar, and for any one considering bike communications give
Tecstar a call (01480 399499) you will not be disappointed.
Keith Duffy.
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We went to the BMF Tail End Show last
weekend and as usual the weather was perfect.
Whilst there I purchased an intercom from StarCom.
The StarCom 1 rider to passenger kit we bought has really surprised us both with
the clarity of communication it provides. Even at 'excessive' speeds a normal
conversation is possible. This kit is excellent.
Connect the power wire to the bike's auxiliary wire, the other power wire to an
earth. Plug in the headsets, audio lead and phone lead and it's done. The unit
sits nicely under the seat above 'a box' near the rear light cluster. Held in
place with the strap that holds 'the box' in place. Little velcro pads that come
in the kit, stop it sliding about and prevent it rubbing anything. Ten minutes
and it's ready to go, ten more minutes to fit the headsets into our helmets and
we were on the drive setting the volume and VOX sensitivity. Getting the
headphones in the correct place was a bit of trial and error, but once the place
was sorted more velcro stops them moving.
The phone lead was an extra to the standard kit and I thought it was a bit
short. It was too short to reach my phone when it was in my pocket or in
Katrine's, so I emailed the company and asked for a longer one. I had a
replacement lead through my letter box the next morning (FOC)!
Excellent product, excellent service. Now all I've got to get used to is talking
and riding at the same time. Doing two things at once is not something I've
mastered yet!
Nigel Cockayne
(Telford)
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Tony
Next Weekend (23-26) I will have the
pleasure of doing a demo of your Starcom1 system for about 150 BMW riders. We
have an annual get together in Death Valley, California of the Internet BMW
Riders. I'm sure I can generate some interest in your system. I have never had
a system that integrates all the functions as well as your system. The audio
quality is Superb for a helmet speaker-type of headset. You are welcome to
publish any of my comments. I brag about this system to everyone.
Thanks,
Mick Tucson,
AZ USA
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