At EICMA 2026, SENA sets out its ambition to make the smart helmet a new standard in motorcycling.
Following sixteen years of innovation in intercoms and over a decade of smart helmet development, the company presents an expanded range of helmets designed around their built-in technologies. Its strategy rests on a unique industrial asset: the world’s first and only factory dedicated entirely to manufacturing smart helmets.
At EICMA 2026, SENA unveils a new generation of smart helmets: all-new 60 mm speakers, Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) on more models, 4K cameras and shells incorporating aramid fibre. With the Phantom KV headlining its range, alongside new intercoms with replaceable batteries and its own dedicated factory, SENA is stepping up its smart helmet offensive.
The Phantom KV ushers in a new generation of smart helmets
A key launch, the Phantom KV pairs a lighter fibreglass and aramid fibre shell with new speakers and Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). Available in three colours, it goes on sale in the first quarter of 2027 for €949.
SENA also presents the Specter KV, a modular helmet with 60 mm speakers and ANC. Several new helmets have 4K cameras: the Phantom Camera and Outlander Camera have chin-bar cameras, while the Specter KV Camera houses its camera on top of the helmet.
Sixteen years of innovation, a factory dedicated to smart helmets
After sixteen years developing intercoms and over a decade researching smart helmets, SENA has a facility purpose-built for the latter. Its Qingyuan factory in China is the world’s first and only dedicated entirely to manufacturing smart helmets. On this 6,720 m² site, where mass production began in 2024, helmets are designed and manufactured around their built-in technologies.
SENA is also developing its intercom range with the 60XR and its new Thumbwheel dial, and the 60C, combining Mesh communication and a 4K camera. First introduced on the SPIDER X Slim and APEX in 2026, replaceable batteries also feature on the new 60XR, 60C and SPIDER X.
Tae Kim envisions the helmet as your co-pilot
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SENA founder Tae Kim sees the smart helmet becoming a true co-pilot: an intelligent riding companion able to converse naturally with the rider, understand its surroundings and anticipate needs. His vision is for technology to offer assistance while leaving riders free to enjoy the road.
Motorcycling Gets Connected. SENA Rethinks The Helmet
TFT displays, navigation systems, mobile apps, cameras and intercoms: connectivity is playing an ever greater role in motorcycling. Equipment is proliferating, with devices increasingly communicating with one another. The helmet is part of this evolution too. While retaining its primary protective function, it now incorporates communication, audio and rider-assistance technologies.
This development is rooted in SENA’s own history. Founded in 1998, the company originally developed communication technologies for industrial applications. Its founder, Tae Kim, is also a keen motorcyclist. Riding with friends, he encountered a paradox familiar to every rider: sharing the road, the scenery and the excitement, yet being unable to exchange a word once their helmets were on.
“I made the decision that changed SENA’s history while riding a motorcycle. I wasn’t trying to invent a technology. I simply wanted to warn my friends of a hazard or share a view without waiting for the next stop. That still drives us at SENA today: sharing the pleasure of riding and looking out for one another.” Tae Kim, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, SENA
SENA has continued to advance motorcycle communication ever since. In 2017, the 30K and its Mesh technology allowed riders to change positions within a group, move away and return without manually reconnecting. Audio quality improved with Harman Kardon from 2022, followed by Bose. In 2024, artificial intelligence reduced noise picked up by the 60S microphone. In 2025, WAVE enabled the 2nd generation of communication over unlimited distance via cellular networks. In 2026, the SPIDER X Slim demonstrated advances in miniaturisation, while replaceable batteries in the APEX range made it easier to replace them over the product’s lifetime.
But SENA had already begun exploring another approach in 2015: integrating its technologies directly into the helmet. At AIMExpo, it presented its first smart helmet prototype. Two years later, the Momentum range combined communication, a camera and Active Noise Cancellation. It paved the way for a succession of open-face, modular and full-face helmets progressively incorporating SENA communication technologies.
In 2025, the Phantom marked another milestone. Manufactured at the new dedicated Qingyuan factory, it was designed from the outset around its communication technologies.
Ten years after its first prototype, SENA no longer simply adds technology to a helmet: it designs the helmet around that technology.
At SENA , Engineers Have The Freedom To Innovate
On the Phantom, this design freedom translates into practical decisions: controls are built into the shell, antennas sit inside the helmet and speakers are housed in specially designed acoustic chambers. Space for the battery and electronic components is also planned from the outset.
This design freedom comes into its own with more complex technologies. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), for example, requires simultaneous work on helmet acoustics, microphone positioning, speakers and electronic sound processing. Integrating a camera also means planning its location, power supply and controls from the start.
The aim is to integrate these functions while meeting protection, comfort and ergonomic requirements, allowing riders to communicate, follow navigation instructions or listen to music without having to think about the technology.
“Developing our helmet architecture and electronics under one roof allows our safety and technology teams to collaborate on tooling from the very first sketch. Instead of taking existing helmets to retrofit speakers and wiring, we mould dedicated, impact-safe cavities directly into the shell design. This unified manufacturing process ensures our safety systems and technology work in complete harmony, giving riders crystal-clear communication and advanced connectivity without sacrificing a single millimetre of certified impact protection.” WonMin Choi, Senior Vice President of Helmet Manufacturing.
This approach has earned independent recognition: the Phantom, Phantom XB, Phantom Camera and Phantom ANC are the world’s first SNELL-certified smart motorcycle helmets, with certification covering sizes S, M and L.
To give his engineers this design freedom, SENA founder and CEO Tae Kim made a strategic decision: to establish the company’s own factory, dedicated entirely to manufacturing smart helmets.
Qingyuan: The world’s first and only factory dedicated to smart helmets
Located in Qingyuan, Guangdong Province, China, SENA’s factory is the world’s first and only facility dedicated entirely to manufacturing smart helmets.
Established in 2023, this 6,720 m² industrial site brings together the main production stages: composite shell moulding, robotic cutting, painting, manufacture of interior components and assembly.
Ten production cells allow the integration of components including electronics supplied by SENA’s Shenzhen factory.
The site also has its own test facilities for impact, penetration, retention-system strength and climatic testing, with reference to ECE, DOT and SNELL requirements, among others.
Mass production began in July 2024 with the Cavalry 2, intended for the US market. Manufacturing of the Phantom followed in November that year, ahead of its commercial launch in 2025.
At Qingyuan, SENA brings together its expertise in communication and the skills of helmet manufacturing. The brand now has its own industrial facility to develop and mass-produce an expanded range of smart helmets.
SENA steps up its smart helmet offensive
Following a year already packed with new launches in 2025, SENA is accelerating further. At EICMA 2026, the company presents a new generation of smart helmets, led by the Phantom KV, while continuing to expand its range into modular and adventure helmets and new concepts.
“We believe the smart helmet will become a standard in motorcycling. By controlling both its design and manufacturing, SENA has the means to support this transformation. At EICMA 2026, we are doing more than presenting new products: we are setting out our ambition for the future of motorcycle equipment.” Shawn Kim, Chief Marketing Officer, SENA
Phantom KV: SENA backs aramid fibre and a quieter ride
One of SENA’s main launches at EICMA 2026, the Phantom KV brings several upgrades to its premium smart full-face helmet: a new shell combining fibreglass and aramid fibre, a 50 g weight reduction compared with the Phantom ANC, and a new ANC acoustic system.
With its distinctive visible weave, aramid fibre offers excellent abrasion resistance and good energy absorption properties. Unlike carbon fibre, it is non-conductive, helping wireless communication signals pass through.
The other major advance is acoustic. The Phantom KV uses 45 mm speakers with an ANC system capable of reducing wind and riding noise by up to 20 dB, a technology intended in particular to improve acoustic comfort on long journeys.
The helmet features Mesh 3.0 communication, with a direct range of up to 2 km in open terrain, and WAVE Intercom for unlimited-range communication via cellular networks. It also features AI-powered microphone noise reduction, an internal sun visor, a front light and a rear light with a brake-light function.
In terms of design, SENA is introducing colour to its road helmets, previously available in black or white. The Phantom KV will come in three finishes: Glossy Black, Midnight Grey and Midnight Hi-Vis, the last distinguished by high-visibility colour accents.
DOT- and ECE 22.06-approved, the Phantom KV has a double-D ring fastener. Supplied with a Pinlock® 120XLT anti-fog insert, it offers a claimed 35 hours of Mesh communication.
Recommended retail price: €949. Available from the first quarter of 2027.
Specter KV: SENA goes big with 60 mm speakers
With the Specter KV, SENA puts acoustics at the heart of its new smart modular helmet. Its main innovation is a set of 60 mm-diameter speakers paired with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC).
Integrating these 60 mm speakers into a modular helmet illustrates the design freedom SENA gains by developing the helmet and its onboard technologies together. The ANC system reduces surrounding noise to improve listening comfort, particularly on long journeys.
Designed in particular for touring riders, the Specter KV combines a fibreglass and aramid fibre shell, Mesh 3.0 communication up to 2 km and WAVE Intercom via cellular networks for unlimited range. It also has an internal sun visor, an LED rear light with a brake-light function and dual P/J homologation, allowing riders to use the helmet with the chin bar either open or closed.
Price to be announced. Available in 2027.
Specter KV Camera: A 4K camera on top of the helmet
With the Specter KV Camera, SENA adds a 4K camera to its new smart modular helmet. Its distinctive feature is the camera’s position on top of the helmet, with no need for an external mount.
The camera records 4K video at 30 frames per second and takes 12-megapixel photographs.
The Specter KV Camera retains the 60 mm speakers with Active Noise Cancellation, as well as Mesh 3.0 and WAVE Intercom communication. Its shell combines fibreglass and aramid fibre, while its LED rear light includes a brake-light function.
With this version, SENA brings communication, Active Noise Cancellation and 4K video recording together in a single modular helmet.
Price to be announced. Available in 2027.
Phantom Camera: the phantom goes behind the lens
With the Phantom Camera, SENA integrates a 4K camera directly into the chin bar of its smart full-face helmet. This positioning enables riders to film their journeys without attaching an external camera to the helmet.
With a 140° field of view, the camera records 4K video at 30 frames per second and takes 20-megapixel photographs. Recording time reaches 3 hours 45 minutes, with microSD card storage of up to 1 TB.
The Phantom Camera also combines Mesh 3.0 and WAVE Intercom communication, 40 mm Harman Kardon speakers and AI-powered microphone noise reduction. Its composite fibreglass shell incorporates an internal sun visor and an LED rear light with a brake-light function.
Recommended retail price: €739. Available from the second quarter of 2027.
Outlander Camera: SENA’s adventure helmet goes 4K
Unveiled at EICMA 2025, the Outlander returns this year in a new version with a 4K camera integrated directly into the chin bar. It lets riders film their trips, off-road routes and the landscapes they pass through without fitting an external camera.
The camera records 4K video at 30 frames per second with a bit rate of 60 Mbit/s and takes 20-megapixel photographs. Its recording time reaches 3 hours 45 minutes, allowing several hours of footage during a day’s riding.
The Outlander Camera otherwise retains the original model’s features: a composite fibreglass shell, a removable peak visor and 40 mm Harman Kardon speakers. It includes Mesh 3.0 communication, with a direct range of up to 2 km, and WAVE Intercom for unlimited-range communication. An LED front light and a rear light with a brake-light function complete its equipment.
Price to be announced. Available from the second quarter of 2027.
Recon: SENA strengthens its open-face helmet range
With the Recon, SENA expands its smart open-face helmet range with a premium model combining a composite fibreglass shell and its latest communication technologies.
The Recon features Mesh 3.0 for group communication with a direct range of up to 2 km, along with second-generation SOUND BY Harman Kardon audio and 40 mm speakers. AI-powered microphone noise reduction suppresses unwanted noise picked up while riding to improve speech clarity.
Another feature, Smart Volume Control, automatically adjusts sound volume to riding conditions, so the rider need not make manual changes as ambient noise varies.
The Recon also features a multi-density EPS liner, an internal sun visor, a visor prepared for a Pinlock® anti-fog insert and automatic power on/off.
Its functions can be managed through the SENA Motorcycles app, which also enables remote software updates.
Recommended retail price: €559. Available from the first quarter of 2027.
Torque: The smart helmet adopts street style
With the Torque, SENA offers another take on the smart open-face helmet, distinguished by bold styling and a short, distinctively shaped chin bar.
Its shell combines fibreglass and aramid fibre, with a multi-density EPS liner. The Torque features Mesh 3.0 for direct communication up to 2 km and WAVE Intercom for unlimited range.
SOUND BY Harman Kardon audio uses 40 mm speakers together with AI-powered microphone noise reduction. The helmet also offers voice commands, an internal sun visor and an LED rear light with a brake-light function.
Automatic power management puts the system into standby when the helmet remains still, then reactivates it when movement is detected.
Price and availability to be announced.
Racing Prototype: SENA explores the track
At EICMA 2026, SENA unveils its first racing helmet prototype. With this initial move into track riding, the brand signals its intention to explore every helmet segment, including the most demanding.
Displayed prominently on the stand, the prototype is intended to start a conversation. Racers, distributors, content creators and journalists: SENA wants their reactions to help shape the project’s next steps. What would they expect from a SENA racing helmet? In Milan, the brand is presenting its first ideas and opening the discussion.
SENA Brings Replaceable Batteries To More Intercoms
At EICMA 2026, SENA introduces the 60XR, whose new Thumbwheel control dial complements the joystick, and the 60C, combining Mesh communication with a 4K camera. First introduced on the SPIDER X Slim and APEX, replaceable batteries are now being extended across the intercom range, including the 60C, 60XR and new SPIDER X.
“An end-of-life battery should not mean replacing an entire intercom. We plan to make replaceable batteries standard across our intercom range over time. Our aim is simple: to enable riders to keep their equipment for longer.” Benjamin Neu, Marketing Director, Europe, SENA
SENA 60C: 4K camera and replaceable batteries
With the 60C, SENA combines a Mesh intercom and a 4K camera in one device. Riders can record their journeys in 4K video at 30 frames per second or take 20-megapixel photographs while staying in contact with their group.
The 60C combines Mesh 3.0, with a direct range of up to 2 km, and WAVE Intercom for unlimited-range communication. It also incorporates Bose WaveForm audio processing.
Another new feature is its replaceable batteries. Supplied with two batteries and a dual charger, it lets riders continue a journey with a charged battery without waiting for the one just used to recharge. A magnetic mount makes it easy to attach and remove from the helmet.
Price and availability to be announced.
60XR: SENA adds a thumbwheel and replaceable batteries to its premium intercom
With the 60XR, SENA expands the controls available on its premium intercom. A new Thumbwheel dial complements the existing joystick. Operated with the thumb, even when the rider is wearing gloves, it provides an additional way to access the device’s functions.
The new interface also features customisable buttons, allowing riders to assign their preferred functions through the SENA Motorcycles app.
For audio, the 60XR features Sound by Bose technology, with 40 mm speakers and Bose WaveForm processing, designed to maintain a balanced sound at different volume levels. AI-powered microphone noise reduction also helps improve communication clarity.
It combines Mesh 3.0, with a direct range of up to 2 km, Bluetooth and WAVE Intercom, allowing riders to communicate over unlimited distances wherever cellular coverage is available.
The 60XR also features replaceable batteries, enabling riders to extend the device’s service life, and comes with a dual charger. Claimed battery life is up to 19 hours of Mesh communication and 29 hours over Bluetooth.
Other features include a magnetic mount, wireless charging, RideGlow lighting and two universal mounting kits for fitting to two helmets.
Price to be announced. Available from the second quarter of 2027.
SPIDER X: two replaceable batteries to keep the conversation going
Supplied with two replaceable batteries and a dual charger, the SPIDER X provides up to 24 hours of combined Mesh communication time, with a claimed 12 hours per battery. Its interface combines three buttons with a new thumb-operated Thumbwheel, which can be used even with gloves on.
Mesh 3.0 enables direct communication between riders up to 1.6 km apart, while WAVE Intercom provides unlimited-range communication via the mobile network.
For audio, the SPIDER X features Sound by Bose technology: its second-generation 40 mm speakers are paired with Bose WaveForm processing, designed to maintain a balanced sound at different volume levels. AI-powered microphone noise reduction helps keep conversations clear. A magnetic mount and IPX7 water resistance complete its specification.
Price to be announced. Available from the second quarter of 2027.
SENA 60S EVO and 60X: Two TT-inspired limited editions
At EICMA 2026, SENA presents two limited editions of the 60S EVO and 60X in the colours of the Isle of Man TT Races. Their deep-blue finish, accented with orange and white, features the TT logo.
These editions mark the continuation of the partnership launched in 2026: SENA will be the “Official Communications Partner” of the 2027 and 2028 Isle of Man TT Races.
With these two limited editions, SENA gives Tourist Trophy enthusiasts a way to take a little of the TT spirit with them on every ride.
Price to be announced. Available in 2027.
MOVEX: an all-in-one intercom for open-face helmets
With the MOVEX, SENA offers a compact Bluetooth intercom designed for open-face helmets. Its all-in-one design brings the microphone, speakers and controls together in a unit intended to simplify installation.
It features 40 mm Harman Kardon speakers, AI-powered microphone noise reduction and voice commands.
The MOVEX allows Bluetooth communication between two riders up to 400 metres apart, with a claimed 10-hour battery life. It also features automatic power on/off.
Recommended retail price: tbc. Available from the second quarter of 2027.
TAE KIM envisions the helmet as your co-pilot
What if, one day, you could simply speak to your helmet and have it understand what you need? A genuinely intelligent riding companion, able to converse naturally with the rider, understand its surroundings, anticipate needs and offer assistance without ever detracting from the pleasure of riding.
In a few years, there might be no need for multiple manual controls. The helmet could recognise riding companions, establish communications automatically, warn of a hazard before a bend or suggest a suitable route. With artificial intelligence, it would know how to provide the right information at the right moment and, above all, stay silent when that information is not needed.
For Tae Kim, the rider of the future will not be the one with the most technology, but the one who is least aware of it. A rider free to enjoy the road, share the experience and look out for fellow travellers.
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