What is the best cb radio available for the ST 1300?
CB radios
- Thread starter HANFORDKEN
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There are basically two different handhelds that people use. One is from Midland and one is from Cobra. I have the one from Midland because it comes with a hardwire adapter. If you want to go all out you can purchase the J&M CB which is about $400 I think. That doesn't include the headsets for it though which you'll need to get from them also.
Here's a link to the one that I have (Midland 75-822):
http://www.amazon.com/Midland-75-822-Handheld-Vehicle-Adapter/dp/B00000K2YR
Here's a link to the Cobra one:
http://www.wirelessbycobra.com/index.php?page=shop/flypage&product_id=97&id=2
Here's a link to the J&M one:
http://www.jmcorp.com/SeeProducts.asp?PF=24
IMO, CB's are a PITA to set up on the bike. There's noise issues from RF and power. You have to deal with ground loops and wiring issues. Your antenna selection and placement is critical to good operation. The list goes on. Having said all that I do find it useful but I don't get a lot of range out of mine.
Curt
Here's a link to the one that I have (Midland 75-822):
http://www.amazon.com/Midland-75-822-Handheld-Vehicle-Adapter/dp/B00000K2YR
Here's a link to the Cobra one:
http://www.wirelessbycobra.com/index.php?page=shop/flypage&product_id=97&id=2
Here's a link to the J&M one:
http://www.jmcorp.com/SeeProducts.asp?PF=24
IMO, CB's are a PITA to set up on the bike. There's noise issues from RF and power. You have to deal with ground loops and wiring issues. Your antenna selection and placement is critical to good operation. The list goes on. Having said all that I do find it useful but I don't get a lot of range out of mine.
Curt
Kevin_56
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J & M also caries the Midland hand held that Curt is recommending with several battery options included.
http://www.jmcorp.com/ProductDetail.asp?PF=29&ProductID=MDCB-822
Kevin
http://www.jmcorp.com/ProductDetail.asp?PF=29&ProductID=MDCB-822
Kevin
I use the Cobra hand held CB through my Autocom system. I only have it for bike to bike comm as I ride with some DQ Rangers 
(known as Wingers to regular folks). It works very well for this type of limited duty.
Trey
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(known as Wingers to regular folks). It works very well for this type of limited duty.Trey
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I have a Midland 75-822 CB as well. If you decide to go with the Midland, make sure you buy or rig some sort of protection from the weather. Using battery power will make the setup simple and reduce potential line noise. I believe this model is still a very good choice with the flexible power options. I have heard that you can improve performance by using a Firestik antenna (http://www.firestik.com/CatalogFrame.htm).
I switched to using a FRS/GMRS radio (Motorola T7200) for less noise, longer range and improved weather resistance. The rechargeable batteries will last for a full day of riding. Just recharge them at night and keep a spare for insurance. With RAM mounts, I can easily place the radio/antenna in a good location.
So now I have both and use what everyone else uses on a particular ride. I much prefer the FRS/GMRS-type radios though. The newer models claim some outstanding ranges and use less power.
I switched to using a FRS/GMRS radio (Motorola T7200) for less noise, longer range and improved weather resistance. The rechargeable batteries will last for a full day of riding. Just recharge them at night and keep a spare for insurance. With RAM mounts, I can easily place the radio/antenna in a good location.
So now I have both and use what everyone else uses on a particular ride. I much prefer the FRS/GMRS-type radios though. The newer models claim some outstanding ranges and use less power.