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HELMET Lighter? - holy666diver_imp - 09-02-2015
Hey I am in the market for a new Helmet. I currently have a Shoei Qwest, It seems heavy. Anyone recommend something lighter in a full face? My neck is always sore :/
RE: HELMET Lighter? - redbirds_imp - 09-02-2015
I tried on a Schuberth at a motorcycle show and was impressed with it's light weight compared to my Nolan. Quiet also, like donning ear muffs. Only down side is the cost.
RE: HELMET Lighter? - the Ferret - 09-02-2015
https://rideapart.com/articles/5-quietest-motorcycle-helmets
RE: HELMET Lighter? - veech_imp - 09-02-2015
Good article, thanks Ferret.
RE: HELMET Lighter? - the Ferret - 09-02-2015
Holy...you should know that the difference between the lightest and heaviest helmets are a few ounces.
http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-helmets/motorcycle-helmet-weights.htm
RE: HELMET Lighter? - holy666diver_imp - 09-02-2015
(09-02-2015, 04:06 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Holy...you should know that the difference between the lightest and heaviest helmets are a few ounces.
http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-helmets/motorcycle-helmet-weights.htm
Thanks!! I wonder if it' my Bluetooth receiver adding the extra weight...
RE: HELMET Lighter? - Motogeezer1949_imp - 09-02-2015
I have a Nexx ZR1R. 1200 grams. It's excellent. I wear earplugs all the time, and with them, the helmet is very quiet. I also have a Sedici Carbon from Cycle Gear. It's carbon fiber, but still weighs 1500 grams. I've been riding for 50 years and highly value my neck and hearing. You can tell a real difference even with a few ounces. Go try some on and see for yourself
RE: HELMET Lighter? - the Ferret - 09-02-2015
10 oz difference. The carbon fibre is heavier? That makes no sense to me lol
RE: HELMET Lighter? - Motogeezer1949_imp - 09-02-2015
Both are carbon fiber.
RE: HELMET Lighter? - HikerToo_imp - 09-02-2015
I would think wind resistance/drag would play a factor in neck fatigue too, maybe more than weight on the CB when your head is in the wind, even with a smaller better looking wind screen like the Comet 1.