Product Details
The Sena 5R Lite is a compact Bluetooth 5.1 motorcycle helmet intercom for solo riders and one-to-one communication with a passenger or another rider. This single-pack system connects to a smartphone for calls, stereo music and turn-by-turn GPS audio, while the integrated LCD screen gives a clear visual check of battery status, volume and operating mode before setting off.
Its three-button layout keeps operation straightforward. Sena HD Intercom and Advanced Noise Control help keep conversations clear, and the supplied 40 mm speakers and boom microphone provide a complete installation kit for one helmet.
Who is the Sena 5R Lite for?
The 5R Lite suits commuters, touring riders and rider-passenger pairs who want dependable Bluetooth communication without moving to a larger group or Mesh system. It supports a two-way intercom conversation between two riders at a time, with a claimed working distance of up to 700 m in open terrain.
Actual intercom range depends on terrain, buildings, traffic, interference and how the units are positioned. This is a Bluetooth intercom and does not include Mesh Intercom.
Key features
- Bluetooth 5.1 motorcycle communication system
- Two-way Bluetooth intercom for two riders at a time
- Up to 700 m working distance in open terrain
- HD Intercom for high-definition rider communication
- Advanced Noise Control
- 40 mm speaker drivers
- Integrated LCD screen for status, battery and volume information
- Simple three-button control
- Smartphone connection for calls, music and GPS directions
- Music sharing with one intercom friend
- Audio Multitasking support
- Multi-language voice prompts in 11 languages
- Universal Intercom support for a compatible non-Sena Bluetooth headset
- Sena Motorcycles App support for device configuration and Smart Intercom Pairing
- Firmware updates and computer-based settings through Sena Device Manager
Bluetooth and audio specifications
- Bluetooth version: 5.1
- Profiles: Headset Profile, Hands-Free Profile, Advanced Audio Distribution Profile and Audio Video Remote Control Profile
- Intercom: two-way Bluetooth conversation
- Claimed range: up to 700 m in open terrain
- Audio codec: built-in SBC codec
- Noise control: Advanced Noise Control
- Speaker driver: 40 mm diameter and 7 mm thick
- Charging connection: USB-C power and data port
- Approximate charging time: 2.5 hours
Dimensions and operating range
- Main module: 76 × 41 × 19 mm
- Main-module weight: 32 g
- Boom microphone length: 140 mm
- Speaker connecting-wire length: 520 mm
- Operating temperature: -10°C to 55°C
- Battery type: lithium-polymer
- Certifications listed by Sena: CE, FCC and IC
These certifications are regulatory listings and should not be interpreted as a motorcycle protective-equipment approval.
What is included?
- One Sena 5R Lite main unit
- Speakers and boom-microphone cable assembly
- Clamp mount
- Glued surface mounting adapter
- Hook-and-loop fasteners for the speakers
- Speaker sponges
- Microphone sponges
- USB-C power and data cable
This is manufacturer part number 5RLITE-01, the single-pack version for one helmet. A second compatible intercom is required for rider-to-rider or rider-to-passenger conversation. A mains USB charger is not listed as supplied.
Installation and compatibility
The unit can be fitted using the supplied clamp or glued mounting adapter. Position the speakers in the helmet’s ear pockets and place the boom microphone close to the mouth with its marked fin facing away from the lips. Helmet interiors vary, so check that there is enough space for the speakers, microphone and cabling without creating pressure points.
The 5R Lite can pair with Bluetooth Intercom-equipped Sena and Sena-powered devices. Universal Intercom also permits a one-to-one connection with a compatible non-Sena headset that supports the Bluetooth Hands-Free Profile, although available functions and range depend on the other device.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Sena 5R Lite use Mesh Intercom?
No. The 5R Lite is a two-way Bluetooth intercom. It is intended for solo audio or communication with one passenger or riding partner at a time.
Can it play music and navigation instructions?
Yes. A paired smartphone can provide stereo music, calls and navigation audio. Audio Multitasking behaviour and source priorities can be configured through Sena software.
Is this a twin pack?
No. Part number 5RLITE-01 contains one complete system for one helmet.
How is firmware updated?
Connect the unit to a compatible computer with the supplied USB-C data cable and use Sena Device Manager. Sena also provides the Sena Motorcycles App for supported settings and pairing functions.
Warranty
Sena lists a two-year warranty for the 5R Lite. The warranty runs from the first consumer purchase and valid proof of purchase is required. Warranty support should normally begin with the retailer from which the unit was purchased.