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The newest addition to the Cardo lineup and touting major upgrades over the G4 system, the brand new Cardo Scala Rider G9 is utilizing the most advanced technology and represents one of the most innovative bluetooth communicators we've seen to date. Some of the new features are as follows:

  • One + 8 Pairing: Communicate with up to eight other riders in full-duplex toggling mode
  • Voice Recognition: Allows communication with all eight riders by simply speaking their names
  • Full Duplex: Full Duplex communication with up to 4 riders
  • Group Signaling: Allows you to send a signal to everyone in your group at once as an alert
  • Social Networking: Set up a social group based on physical location, riding groups and find other G9 users
  • Flash Pairing: Quick pairing of devices, simply touch the two G9 units and in less than 1 second they are paired
  • Mobile Phone Conference Calls: Full duplex telephone calls between a caller and both the rider and passenger
  • Larger Buttons: Easier to navigate the device with gloves
  • Two microphone options: Includes both boom mic and wired microphone

The G9 retains all the features of the very popular G4 including:

  • A2DP and MP3 connectivity to stream stereo music
  • Built in FM radio with RDS smart scan
  • Noise cancelling microphone
  • Weather and dust resistant design
  • Up to 1.6km range in ideal terrain
  • Upgradeable firmware
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Overall rating 
4.2 / 5
4.2 / 5
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2 stars
1
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Bang for the Buck 
3.3 / 5
3.3 / 5
Ease of Install 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Durability 
4.3 / 5
4.3 / 5
Sound Clarity 
4.5 / 5
4.5 / 5
Ease of Use 
3.8 / 5
3.8 / 5
4 out of 5(80%)customers recommend this product.
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5 Cardo Scala Rider G9 The newest addition to the Cardo lineup and touting major upgrades over the G4 system, the brand new Cardo Scala Rider G9 is utilizing the most advanced technology and represents one of the most innovative bluetooth communicators we've seen to date. Some of the new features are as follows One + 8 Pairing Communicate with up to eight other riders in full-duplex toggling mode Voice Recognition Allows communication with all eight riders by simply speaking their names Full Duplex Full Duplex communication with up to 4 riders Group Signaling Allows you to send a signal to everyone in your group at once as an alert Social Networking Set up a social group based on physical location, riding groups and find other G9 users Flash Pairing Quick pairing of devices, simply touch the two G9 units and in less than 1 second they are paired Mobile Phone Conference Calls Full duplex telephone calls between a caller and both the rider and passenger Larger Buttons Easier to navigate the device with gloves Two microphone options Includes both boom mic and wired microphone The G9 retains all the features of the very popular G4 including A2DP and MP3 connectivity to stream stereo music Built in FM radio with RDS smart scan Noise cancelling microphone Weather and dust resistant design Up to 1.6km range in ideal terrain Upgradeable firmware
Overall rating 
4.2 / 5
4.2 / 5
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5 stars
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4 stars
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Bang for the Buck 
3.3 / 5
3.3 / 5
Ease of Install 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Durability 
4.3 / 5
4.3 / 5
Sound Clarity 
4.5 / 5
4.5 / 5
Ease of Use 
3.8 / 5
3.8 / 5
4 out of 5(80%)customers recommend this product.
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Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Installation is key
PostedMay 21, 2012
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State:VT
Rider Type:Road Warrior
Age:55-64
Gender:male
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4 / 5
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Durability 
5 / 5
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Ease of Use 
3 / 5
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New helmet required a new BlueTooth system. Chose the Cardo G9 over others based on Anthony's reviews and other research. Initial installation went well, but the sound quality was very poor. I removed everything from helmet and repacked it. Called Revzilla who said to call Cardo. Called Cardo who was willing to accept it back for evaluation. One thing the Cardo Rep said didn't sink in until later in the day. You MUST install the speakers so that they are touching your ears. I scrounged some soft foam and placed it behind the speakers to move them closer to my ears. Rich, full, dynamic stereo resulted! iPhone link and FM radio work as described. Buttons take some getting used to, especially with thick gloves. No chance to test rider-rider intercom yet. I recommend this unit only if you can install the speakers so that they are right up tight to your ears.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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2 / 5
Can not get the G9 to link to other G4's or G2's
PostedMay 21, 2012
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State:NY
Rider Type:Scooter Champ
Age:Over 65
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck 
1 / 5
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Ease of Install 
4 / 5
4 / 5
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3 / 5
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3 / 5
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I do not recommend buying a single unit in anticipation to linking to other Scala Rider units. The Toronto Moto Scooter Club is finding that although factory linked units work very well, linking between single G2, G4 and G9 units is problematic.
Neither RevZilla nor Cardo have so far been able to help.
Further, these units are ill suited to use in Modular Helments because of microphone placement problems.
No, I do not recommend this product.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Great features and easy to install
PostedMay 19, 2012
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State:FL
Rider Type:Harley Diehard
Age:55-64
Gender:male
I am using the G9 on a half helmet and the length of the boom mike is no problem whatsoever. Installation was easy and rather painless! I would suggest helmet pads for the inside of the strap on half helmets, this makes speaker placement and comfort a lot better.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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5 / 5
Excellent So Far!
PostedMay 16, 2012
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From Juliaetta
State:ID
Rider Type:Adventurer
Age:35-44
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Ease of Install 
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5 / 5
Durability 
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5 / 5
Sound Clarity 
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5 / 5
Ease of Use 
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Awesome device, first one I've ever owned so nothing to compare to. For the phone functions and bluetooth music, it is clear and works flawlessly. I will be using it with some friends soon to test out all of the functionality, but for right now extremely satisfied!!
Rides: 2010 KTM 690 Enduro R
Yes, I recommend this product.
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4 / 5
Good...but some helmets are problematic
PostedMay 14, 2012
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State:TX
Rider Type:Gear Geek
Age:35-44
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck 
4 / 5
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Ease of Install 
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Durability 
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I've been a Scala Rider user for years. This unit is a nice step above the G4 and does everything it claims to so I won't waste time rehashing features.
I purchased this to use with my Schuberth C3 helmet. I know that Cardo/Schuberth make the SRC system specifically for the C3 but it uses the guts of the G4 and, not having an external antenna, doesn't quite have the same range. The glue plate mounting option for the G9 isn't nearly as elegant as the SRC but I'm not in this for looks.
Unfortunately it is a pain to mount the G9 onto a Schuberth C3. You can't use the clamp mount at all (as far as I can tell) and it is pretty difficult to get a good purchase on the helmet with the glue plate. Part of the problem is the slider for the helmet's internal sun visor and part of it is the design of the glue plate mount...the mount doesn't stick out far enough for the bracket that holds the G9 unit in place to totally clear the helmet. It is kind of difficult to explain and I don't think most helmets will have this issue and maybe if I play with it a bit more a lightbulb will go on. Until that happens, though, be wary of your mounting options, especially on helmets that have obstructions near the bottom such as sun visor sliders or curves in the helmet design.
If it does fit your helmet it is an excellent product. Me? I just gave up on mounting it on my Schuberth and clamped it on tight to my Akuma Apache.
Rides: 2012 BMW K1600GTL
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Would Scala cardo G9 connect with Nolan n com helmet system?

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The two units will not sync up with each other as all communication devices are proprietary.
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No.. It cannot be used with a modular helment. The boom mic with not fit into the helmet. The corded mic is too short. I've asked Cardo (manufacturers) directly and they agree.
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Can I buy two G9 mounts as an upgrade for my G4 Powerset?

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Anthony says in the video that I can - can you point me to where and at what cost?
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Yes, you will be able to use the G9 clamp with the Cardo Scala Rider G4. You will need the Cardo Scala Rider G4/G9 Mic Set, which is only available as a pre-order for now, and retails for $59.95.
 
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That would be the Cardo Scala Rider G4/G9 Mic Set. It is currently (5/14/2012) available for pre-order on Revzilla for $59.95.

http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/cardo-scala-rider-g4g9-mic-set
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Can the G9 pair with the G2

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Yes, the Cardo Scala Rider Q2 Pro will be compatible with the Cardo Scala Rider G9.
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If you are asking whether or not the G9 will communicate bike-to-bike with the older Q2 system then the answer is yes. Range will be limited to the Q2's slightly shorter range but it still works well.
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does the scala g9 pair with a bmw k1600 gtl?

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Only the branded BMW Bluetooth communication systems will pair with factory BMW electronics.
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Yes, the Scala Rider G9 will pair with the factory Alpine bluetooth unit on a BMW K1600 GTL. I just tested my G9 with my GTL and was able to listen to the radio through the G9's speakers as opposed to the bike's speakers.

The G9 will also pair with the optional BMW Nav IV gps unit.
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Does the G9 slide into the old G4 mount?

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Yes, the G9 will fit the G4 mount. However, the speakers included with the G9 mount are better quality than those included with the G4 mount. If you are upgrading from the G4, we recommend installing the G9 mount and speakers, in order to take full advantage of the improvements.
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will the g9 be able to work with the droid x? i was going to buy the g4 power set but saw all of the issues with the droid blue tooth working

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will the g9 be able to work with the droid x?
i was going to buy the g4 power set but saw all of the issues with the droid blue tooth working with the g4 system.
did they fix the problem?
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Cardo fixed the connectivity issues with the G4 when they updated their software. The G4, as well as the G9, will now be fully compatible with Droid devices.
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Can the two scada rider G9 units commuicate with two G4 units?

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Two Cardo G9 units can communicate in 4-way conversation with two G4 units.
Basically you pair the G9 set together and pair the G4 set together. Then pair 1 unit of the G9 set to 1 unit of the G4 set. Once the G9 unit is connected to the G4 unit, both will form a bridge between their other pairing. This in should establish the link between all 4. Cardo System's website has very nice tutorials on how to pair them. Honestly it's a much easier to watch their animations than understand worded directions.
http://www.cardosystems.com/us/down...
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I have a G4 powerset and they will connect with the other Cardo Scala headset's. I would assume the G9's will be able to communicate with the G4's and others as well.
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