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Bluetooth 5.2 provides a faster and more stable chipset than the 4.x standard in many competing units. Live Intercom connects up to four riders with wideband HD audio and auto-reconnect. 40mm JBL speakers with JBL EQ profiles, jog dial for gloved control, parallel audio streaming (music and intercom simultaneously), automatic volume adjustment, FM radio, and OTA updates via USB-C. Waterproof for all-weather use across a 1.2km range with 13 hours talk time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tag-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tag tag-red\"\u003e● Bluetooth 5.2\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag tag-ghost\"\u003e4-Rider Live Intercom\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag tag-ghost\"\u003e40mm JBL Speakers\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag tag-ghost\"\u003e1.2km Range\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag tag-ghost\"\u003e13H Talk Time\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag tag-ghost\"\u003eJog Dial\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag tag-ghost\"\u003eFM Radio\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag tag-ghost\"\u003eParallel Audio\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag tag-ghost\"\u003eAuto Volume\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag tag-ghost\"\u003eOTA Updates\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag tag-ghost\"\u003eWaterproof\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag tag-ghost\"\u003eUSB-C\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- KEY ATTRIBUTES --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"slbl\"\u003eKey Attributes\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-lbl\"\u003eRiders\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-val\"\u003e4 Max\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-lbl\"\u003eRange\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-val\"\u003e1.2km\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-lbl\"\u003eSpeakers\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-val\"\u003e40mm JBL\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-lbl\"\u003eBattery\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-val\"\u003e13H\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-lbl\"\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-val\"\u003e5.2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-lbl\"\u003eCharging\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attr-val\"\u003eUSB-C\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- AT A GLANCE --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"glance-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"glance-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"g-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREECOM 4X vs PACKTALK PRO — which to choose:\u003c\/strong\u003e The FREECOM 4X is Bluetooth-only; the PACKTALK PRO uses DMC mesh. Bluetooth intercom connects riders in a chain — if one link drops, communication breaks for riders beyond that point, and the maximum group is 4. DMC mesh connects all riders simultaneously, self-heals when someone drops out, and scales to 15. Choose the FREECOM 4X for small groups of 2–4 riders where Bluetooth reliability is sufficient. Choose the PACKTALK PRO for larger groups, remote solo riding (impact detection), or routes where connectivity reliability matters more than cost.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"glance-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"g-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth 5.2 — practical benefit over 4.x:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bluetooth 5.2 improves connection stability and re-pairing speed compared to the 4.x chipset used in many competing units. In practice, faster reconnect means the intercom re-establishes contact more quickly after a signal drop (tunnel, large distance gap) without requiring manual intervention. Bluetooth 5.2 is backward-compatible — it pairs with older Bluetooth devices, but the performance improvements only apply when both devices are running 5.x.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"glance-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"g-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParallel audio — music and intercom simultaneously:\u003c\/strong\u003e The FREECOM 4X streams music from a paired phone while maintaining the intercom channel open — incoming intercom audio plays over or alongside the music without requiring the music to be stopped first. The automatic volume feature lowers music volume when intercom or call audio activates, then restores it afterward. This combination means no manual audio management during group rides — the unit handles priority switching automatically.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"glance-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"g-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJog dial — why it matters for gloved use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most intercoms use buttons — small targets that require precise finger placement through thick gloves. The jog dial is a rotating wheel that can be turned or pressed without precision targeting, making volume adjustment and function selection achievable with winter gloves or gauntlets. If you ride primarily in cold weather with thick gloves, the jog dial is a meaningful usability advantage over button-only designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"glance-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"g-dot\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal pairing — same limitation as PACKTALK PRO:\u003c\/strong\u003e The FREECOM 4X pairs with headsets from Sena, Midland, and other brands via standard Bluetooth intercom. When connected to a non-Cardo headset, both units operate in standard Bluetooth mode — Live Intercom group features apply only within Cardo-to-Cardo connections. The 2-channel connectivity (Phone + GPS simultaneously) means you can pair a smartphone for calls\/music and a GPS device at the same time without switching between them manually.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FEATURE PERFORMANCE --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"slbl\"\u003eFeature Performance\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tech-icon\"\u003e🔊\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-title\"\u003e40mm JBL + JBL EQ Profiles\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-sub\"\u003e40mm JBL drivers are at the top of the standard intercom speaker range — the PACKTALK PRO's 45mm drivers are larger, but 40mm significantly outperforms the 35mm drivers in budget intercoms. JBL EQ profiles adjust frequency response curves for different content types: music listening vs voice intercom vs navigation prompts each benefit from different EQ settings. The profiles are configurable in the Cardo Connect app. At highway speed above 100km\/h, road and wind noise occupies the mid-frequency band — the JBL tuning compensates by lifting these frequencies above the noise floor.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tech-icon\"\u003e🔁\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-title\"\u003eLive Intercom — Auto-Reconnect\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-sub\"\u003eLive Intercom maintains an always-open audio channel between paired riders — conversation flows naturally without push-to-talk activation. Auto-reconnect re-establishes the Bluetooth link automatically when riders come back into range after a separation, without requiring manual pairing. The 4-rider limit is inherent to the Bluetooth chain topology — adding a 5th rider requires a unit that supports mesh networking. Pair the group in sequence before departing, not ad-hoc at the roadside with gloves on.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tech-icon\"\u003e📻\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-title\"\u003eFM Radio\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-sub\"\u003eFM radio plays through the JBL speakers without requiring smartphone pairing or data connection — useful in areas with poor cellular coverage where streaming fails. FM radio and intercom operate simultaneously: incoming intercom audio interrupts or overlays the FM audio depending on priority settings. The FM antenna uses the speaker cable as its receiver — ensure the cable is routed without sharp bends that could degrade reception. FM radio is a legacy feature that distinguishes the FREECOM 4X from stripped-down intercom units that omit it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tech-icon\"\u003e🔊\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-title\"\u003eAutomatic Volume Adjustment\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-sub\"\u003eThe automatic volume feature uses a microphone to sample ambient noise level and adjusts speaker output accordingly — louder at highway speed, quieter at low urban speeds. This prevents the common problem of setting volume for a quiet car park and finding it inaudible at 100km\/h, or the reverse. The sensitivity of the auto-adjustment is configurable in Cardo Connect. At very high ambient noise levels (above approximately 90dB, common at sustained highway speed), even maximum volume may not fully overcome road noise — ear plugs worn under the helmet significantly improve audibility.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tech-icon\"\u003e🎙️\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-title\"\u003eNatural Voice Operation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-sub\"\u003eVoice commands allow hands-free control of calls, music, intercom pairing, and navigation without button presses. The FREECOM 4X uses Cardo's own voice command vocabulary — it does not integrate with Siri, Google Assistant, or Alexa natively, but can activate them by voice-initiating a phone call to the assistant. The microphone picks up voice commands while filtering wind noise through DSP processing — voice recognition performance degrades at very high ambient noise above 95dB. A boom microphone (included) performs better than a chin-bar mounted flat microphone in high-wind conditions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"tech-icon\"\u003e🔋\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-title\"\u003e13H Battery + Fast Charging\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tech-sub\"\u003e13 hours talk time covers most full riding days without mid-ride charging. The rated figure is measured under controlled conditions — real-world battery life varies with intercom use intensity, speaker volume, and ambient temperature (cold reduces lithium battery capacity). Fast charging via USB-C restores significant charge in 30–45 minutes — useful at lunch stops on touring days. Store at approximately 50% charge if the unit will not be used for more than two weeks. The USB-C port's IP seal should be inspected annually for damage before the charging port is used in rain-likely conditions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- KEY HIGHLIGHTS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"slbl\"\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"highlight-strip\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-no\"\u003eNo. 1\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-title\"\u003eBluetooth Chain Topology — 4-Rider Limit Is Absolute\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-desc\"\u003eThe FREECOM 4X's 4-rider maximum is not a Cardo-specific limitation — it reflects how Bluetooth intercom chains work. Bluetooth point-to-point connections are daisy-chained: each unit connects to two neighbours. Beyond 4 units, chain management becomes unreliable and latency increases. If your group regularly rides with 5 or more riders, the FREECOM 4X is the wrong product category regardless of brand — DMC mesh (PACKTALK PRO) or another mesh-capable system is the appropriate solution for groups of 5–15.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-no\"\u003eNo. 2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-title\"\u003e1.2km Range — Real-World vs Rated\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-desc\"\u003eThe 1.2km range is measured in open terrain between two stationary units with no obstructions. In practice, range in urban environments with buildings is typically 200–400m per connection link. On twisting roads, range between consecutive riders depends on the curvature — a single blind corner can reduce effective range to under 100m for that link. The Bluetooth chain amplifies this: if any single link in the 4-rider chain drops, the two sub-groups can no longer communicate until they come back into range of the dropped link's unit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-no\"\u003eNo. 3\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-title\"\u003eTwo-Channel Connectivity — Phone + GPS Simultaneously\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-desc\"\u003eThe FREECOM 4X maintains two simultaneous Bluetooth connections to external devices — typically a smartphone and a GPS unit. This means turn-by-turn navigation audio from the GPS plays through the helmet speakers at the same time as music from the phone, with intercom as the highest-priority audio channel. Without two-channel connectivity (a limitation of some budget intercoms), riders must choose between GPS audio and music, disconnecting one to use the other. Confirm your GPS device's Bluetooth profile is compatible with the FREECOM 4X's secondary audio channel before purchasing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-no\"\u003eNo. 4\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-title\"\u003eMount Options — Stick-on vs Clamp\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-desc\"\u003eThe FREECOM 4X ships with both stick-on and clamp mounting options — the stick-on base uses adhesive pads on the helmet shell; the clamp wraps around the helmet's external padding or ventilation rails. The clamp mount is reversible with no adhesive residue, making it suitable for expensive helmets where adhesive is undesirable, carbon fibre shells where adhesive compatibility is uncertain, or riders who switch the unit between multiple helmets. The stick-on base provides a lower-profile installation but is not removable without adhesive residue.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-no\"\u003eNo. 5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-title\"\u003eOTA Updates — Check Before First Ride\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-desc\"\u003eOTA updates via the Cardo Connect app deliver firmware improvements including bug fixes, voice command additions, and Bluetooth compatibility patches. Check for available updates immediately after purchase and install before the first group ride — pairing behaviour between units is most consistent when all units in the group are running the same firmware version. Updates require the unit to remain stationary with adequate battery charge; a unit that powers off mid-update can require a hardware reset to recover.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-no\"\u003eNo. 6\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-title\"\u003eWaterproof — No IP Rating Listed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hl-desc\"\u003eThe FREECOM 4X is described as \"fully waterproof\" but no specific IP rating (IP65, IP67, IP68) is listed in the specification. The PACKTALK PRO specifies IP67. Before riding in heavy rain or water immersion scenarios, confirm the exact IP rating with the seller or on Cardo's product page. \"Waterproof\" without a rated IP standard means the protection level is unverified to a defined test — it typically covers rain and splashing but may not cover submersion. For touring in heavy rain, confirm the IP rating matches your expected conditions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- WHAT'S INCLUDED --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"slbl\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pkg-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pkg-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"chk\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Cardo FREECOM 4X Intercom Unit (Single)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pkg-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"chk\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 40mm JBL Premium Speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pkg-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"chk\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Stick-on Mount + Clamp Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pkg-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"chk\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Microphones + Mounting Hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pkg-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"chk\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e USB-C Charging Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"pkg-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"chk\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e User Documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SPECS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"slbl\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003eCardo\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003eFREECOM 4X (FRC4X003)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eType\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003eBluetooth Motorcycle Intercom — Single Unit\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eIntercom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003eLive Intercom — Auto-Reconnect — Wideband HD Voice\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eRider Capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003eUp to 4 riders (Bluetooth chain)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eRange\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003e1.2km \/ 1200m (open terrain)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003e5.2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eSpeakers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003e40mm JBL — JBL EQ Sound Profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eBattery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003e13 hours talk time — fast charging\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eCharging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003eUSB Type-C\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eOperation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003eNatural Voice Commands + Jog Dial\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eAudio Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003eParallel Streaming (Music + Intercom) · Automatic Volume · FM Radio\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003e2 Channels (Phone + GPS) · Universal Bluetooth Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eUpdates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003eOTA Wireless (via Cardo Connect app)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eWaterproof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003eFully waterproof (confirm IP rating with seller)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eGross Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003e1.0 kg (packaged)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-k\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-v\"\u003e7–10 days (estimated)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CTA --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta-bar\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCardo FREECOM 4X — premium 4-rider Bluetooth intercom with Bluetooth 5.2, 40mm JBL speakers, jog dial, parallel audio, FM radio, automatic volume, and OTA updates.\u003c\/strong\u003e The top-tier Bluetooth intercom for groups of up to 4 riders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#\" class=\"btn\"\u003eBuy Now ↗\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lane ProMotor","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":47277782695988,"sku":null,"price":638.26,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/4780\/2932\/files\/A279b20533aed4944ba66a82297f5e7f0s.png?v=1770438879","url":"https:\/\/lanepromotor.com\/products\/cardo-freecom-4x-premium-4-rider-bluetooth-intercom-with-bluetooth-5-2","provider":"Lane ProMotor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}