Key highlights
- Sena APEX and APEX PLUS use Bluetooth 6.0 instead of Mesh Intercom
- APEX supports two riders, while APEX PLUS can connect up to four
- Both offer up to 1.6km intercom range and up to 20 hours of talk time per battery
Sena has introduced two new motorcycle communication systems that aim to bring some of the features usually reserved for its more expensive products to a wider range of riders.
Called the APEX and APEX PLUS, the new Bluetooth-based communication systems have been introduced in the European market for now. While neither gets Sena’s more sophisticated Mesh Intercom technology, the company has packed them with several useful features, including Bluetooth 6.0, replaceable batteries, wireless charging and AI-based noise cancellation.
Two riders or four?
The biggest difference between the two systems is the number of riders they can connect. The standard APEX supports two-way Bluetooth intercom, making it suitable for communication between a rider and pillion or two riders travelling together.
The APEX PLUS, meanwhile, can connect up to four riders, making it the more suitable option for small riding groups. Both systems have a claimed intercom range of up to 1.6 km in open terrain.
Neither system gets Mesh Intercom, which is the major distinction between the APEX range and Sena’s more expensive 50 and 60 Series products. For riders who mostly travel with one or two friends, however, conventional Bluetooth communication may be perfectly adequate.
Replaceable battery is the clever bit
One of the most interesting features is Sena’s Modular Sandwich Battery system. Instead of having the battery permanently sealed inside the communicator, the APEX uses a replaceable battery pack. Both systems come with a dual-battery charger.
Each battery can provide up to 20 hours of Bluetooth intercom talk time, while charging a removable battery using the dual charger takes around 2.5 hours. USB-C charging takes approximately two hours. Sena also supports Qi-certified wireless charging, meaning users can simply place the communicator on a compatible charging pad. The magnetic helmet mounting system also makes it easier to remove the unit from the helmet when it needs to be charged or stored.
Bluetooth 6.0 and AI noise cancellation
Both APEX systems use Bluetooth 6.0 and feature Sena’s second-generation 40mm HD speakers. They also get AI-based microphone noise cancellation, which is designed to reduce wind and road noise during conversations.
The control system has also been redesigned around a thumb wheel that can be rotated and pressed to operate common functions. There is a dedicated intercom button as well as a Quick Pair button to simplify connecting nearby headsets.
India launch yet to be confirmed
For Indian riders, there is no confirmed launch date or pricing for the APEX and APEX PLUS yet. Sena currently has an established presence in India, including its collaboration with Royal Enfield for the co-branded 50S Mesh Communicator.
The APEX range therefore looks less like a direct replacement for Sena’s flagship Mesh systems and more like a middle-ground option.
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