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Tech talk: Can you hear me?

MSL: What’s worse, engine or wind noise?

It depends entirely on the amplitude (loudness) of the wind or the engine. Obviously high wind noise is worse than low engine noise. But generally the high frequency sounds are worse, so 100dB for 30 minutes at 8000Hz will be more damaging than at 2000Hz. For most road motorcyclists,

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