With the launch of the PACKTALK CUSTOM, Cardo Systems has added a cheaper entry-level model to the PACKTALK family, but there is a catch. To use all functionality, a monthly subscription must be taken out.
Available for a suggested retail price of €279.95, Cardo is the motorcycle industry’s first manufacturer to offer Pay-Per-Feature subscriptions, claiming to give riders the choice to use only what they actually need and therefore not paying for what they don’t use.
Based on the popular PACKTALK EDGE, the PACKTALK CUSTOM is the industry’s first wireless communications kit that allows riders to personalize their communications by choosing from three subscription offerings in the Cardo Connect app, SILVER, GOLD, and PLATINUM.
Like the other PACKTALKs, the PACKTALK CUSTOM features Cardo’s second generation Dynamic Mesh Communication, Bluetooth 5.2 technology, Over-The-Air updates and a fully waterproof (IP67) design. The standard functionality consists of second generation dynamic fertilizer communication, connecting up to 15 riders with a range of 1.6 km.
The PACKTALK CUSTOM has a wireless software update function, 13 hours of talk time with fast charging (20 minutes of charging gives 2 hours of talk time), 40 mm HD speakers, Bluetooth 5.2 technology and a 2-year warranty.
Enhanced features within each Pay-Per-Feature package include music sharing, audio profiles, universal Bluetooth intercom, voice commands and more, with a choice of SILVER (starting at €2.99 p/m), GOLD (starting at €4.99 p/m) and PLATINUM (from €6.99 p/m) subscription.
“PACKTALK CUSTOM is a direct result of our team listening to our riders from all over the world, as the wants and needs are very diverse. We are extremely proud to continue to push the industry forward with new breakthrough innovations and firsts in the industry, such as the PACKTALK CUSTOM.”
In addition to the basic package, the SILVER package includes music sharing, audio profiles and speed dialing as an additional addition. The GOLD package has been expanded even further with a universal Bluetooth intercom and a second channel connection, while the PLATINUM package has additional voice commands and an eco mode.
The PACKTALK CUSTOM uses the Cardo Connect app with Apple Pay and/or Google Pay to give riders the option to upgrade and/or scale back needed features at any time.
When moving from a higher subscription level to a lower level, the higher level features are retained throughout the billing cycle and the downgrade is implemented at the start of the new billing cycle.
When upgrading from a lower subscription level to a higher level, the features are automatically applied to the PACKTALK CUSTOM and a credit is issued for the unused lower level subscription.
The PACKTALK CUSTOM is also compatible with selected PACKTALK NEO accessories such as the 2nd Helmet Kit 40mm HD and the 2nd Helmet Kit JBL. The new PACKTALK CUSTOM has a suggested retail price of €279.95 and is available from retailers or directly from www.cardosystems.com.
– Thanks for information from Motorfreaks.