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RE: Helmet Preference - Redman_imp - 07-11-2014
(07-06-2014, 12:27 PM)mikeshonda750f_imp Wrote:(11-30-2013, 04:18 AM)branew_imp Wrote: Curious as to what type of helmet is everyone riding with?
One thing I noticed is how dirty all mine are after I snapped this pic.
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What helmet is to the right?
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What helmet is to the right? I mostly use a Arai Classic Open helmet with a clear plain 5 stud visor as You see in the enclosed image or a tinted one in sunny weather
RE: Helmet Preference - the Ferret - 07-11-2014
(07-11-2014, 10:00 PM)Redman_imp Wrote:(07-06-2014, 12:27 PM)mikeshonda750f_imp Wrote:(11-30-2013, 04:18 AM)branew_imp Wrote: Curious as to what type of helmet is everyone riding with?
One thing I noticed is how dirty all mine are after I snapped this pic.
[url=http://s976.photobucket.com/user/branew1/media/Mobile%20Uploads/Helmets_zps7218df36.jpg.html]
What helmet is to the right?
What helmet is to the right? I mostly use a Arai Classic Open helmet with a clear plain 5 stud visor as You see in the enclosed image or a tinted one in sunny weather
I used to sell those 5 snap flat shields for $2 each. Stopped to get a new one the other day and they wanted $13 for it. Gads!
RE: Helmet Preference - ingobohn_imp - 05-31-2015
(12-02-2013, 07:44 PM)ingobohn_imp Wrote: Yes, 5 years is the usual recommendation. But it depends on many factors like "do your ride 1000 miles in 5 years or 100000?", "is the helmet stored in a dark place or in full sun light?", "is the helmet made out of fiber, or other sort of plastic?" etc.+++ UPDATE +++
Nevertheless, I plan to exchange my current helmet (Schuberth C3) with a Schuberth C3 pro in spring next year.
"Spring next year" (i.e. 2014) is already
gone, but now this spring (i.e. 2015) I bought a new helmet. As my preferred Schuberth C3 pro still costs 600 EUR (no price reduction within the last 2 years), I decided to go for a cheaper but nonetheless trustworthy other helmet brand/model. 2 different German motor cycle magazines issued articles recently where flip-up helmets were tested. The best "value for money" helmet was the HJC IS-MAX II. The helmet convinced the testers in both areas, crash test and noise measurement. The helmet is a real bargain compared to the much more expensive other test candidates (most expensive one: Schuberth C3 pro and Shoei Neotec). It costs only 220 EUR incl. pinlock visor.And: the test results showed that in both areas mentioned above the HJC is equal or even a bit better than the Schuberth.
I ordered the helmet last Saturday (my preferred color in my size was not on stock) and will get it the next days. As soon as I have some kilometers of riding experience with my new helmet, I will report.
RE: Helmet Preference - the Ferret - 05-31-2015
Big fan of HJC helmets. Think I have 9..open face, 3/4, modular, and full face, both IS and non IS.
RE: Helmet Preference - ingobohn_imp - 06-01-2015
Yes, thanks Ferret - I corrected the wrong spring year, 2015 is correct!
Well let's see how I am satisfied with HJC. My last 3 helmets were all Schuberth. But some colleagues and friends here also have HJC helmets and are happy with them, so I hope HJC and I will get good friends.
RE: Helmet Preference - aschem_imp - 06-01-2015
Use Shoei Qwest full face for out of town and HJC IS-33 3/4 helmet for in and around town.
RE: Helmet Preference - ischliky_imp - 06-03-2015
I got a Shark Evoline 2 a few years back. Love it. Can ride it as a 3/4 or full face at full speeds without worrying about aerodynamics of a modular flipped up. Short of just buying 2 helmets I am not sure how I will ride with anything else in the near future.
RE: Helmet Preference - ZRXman01_imp - 06-04-2015
I have always been an "Arai guy"
I will buy other helmets as spares but am still "Somewhat" happy to pay the price for Arai.
I get them custom fit at the Indy Moto GP by the guys at the Service Pavilion.
https://www.theservicepavilion.com/
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RE: Helmet Preference - Ferrealls_imp - 06-04-2015
I'm rocking an Icon Alliance Dark. I love it.
RE: Helmet Preference - metallyguitarded_imp - 06-04-2015
I've had a number of different helmets, almost all full-face. Over the past several years I've been very happy with various Bell helmets. In particular, the RS-1 fits my head nicely, is relatively quiet and I enjoy the photo chromatic shield. A have a Bell Vortex that I wear on occasion because it allows me to wear my eyeglasses with relative comfort; something I can't do with the RS-1. The photo chromatic shield fits both the RS-1 and the Vortex, which is nice. But the Vortex is on the loud side. And until I had a seamstress re-sew the interior liner, it would leave a lasting impression on my forehead. The Bell Bullitt is also on the loud side but is quite comfortable and accommodates my eyeglasses the best out of the full-face helmets I own. The field of view from the Bullitt is great. I recently purchased and have been wearing a Biltwell Bonanza 3/4 helmet which I'm enjoying. It's incredibly light and the airflow is something that took some getting used to. I'm using a straight face shield with it.
We're almost at two years old with this thread. Let's keep it going!