Tips to reduce noise level in helmet

[furious_blue_imp]

Geezer, I usually can't wear earplugs as I'm either listening to music, gps, or using my intercom. I paid way too much on my Sena to not use them most all the time

If earplugs are out, another alternative that works (that I've also used) is earphones that seal in the ear canal...

Used to be that High End Etymotics were the only ones (that I knew of)... costly stuff, but now there are cheaper sealing earphones that may not sound as good as Etymotics, but on the road the lower sound quality doesn't really matter.

The ones I use now run about $20 and are great...

[redbirds_imp]

I've tried most every type of ear plug around including the type that mold to your ear and none have worked for me. I always experience pain from them, some are better than others but all become too uncomfortable to wear. I use the muff style hearing protectors at my shooting range with no problem of discomfort. I need a truly quiet helmet. I will probably go for the Schuberth C3.

[the Ferret]

Be sure and try one on, most uncomfortable helmet I ever had on my head was a $700 Schuberth ( not sure of model it was a one piece full face)

[SUPERCRUZ_imp]

I have the Bell Vortex also. I bought some over the counter moldable foam ear plugs and put 2 of these in each of the small ear vent holes inside the helmet just behind the ear padding. It did help somewhat. I have a Road Comet windscreen on my CB and that also helps with wind noise. Good luck with it.

[veech_imp]

With a name like Vortex, perhaps the wind noise is a 'feature?' In my case, the wind noise inside the helmet would probably be drowned out by the voices inside my head...

[Tim_in_AZ_imp]

Be sure and try one on, most uncomfortable helmet I ever had on my head was a $700 Schuberth ( not sure of model it was a one piece full face)

When looking for a new helmet I searched for the quietest modular helmet. That led me to the Schuberth.

I found the Schuberth C3 modular was known to have a pressure point on the forehead for certain head shapes. The C3 Pro is redesigned to eliminate the issue.

So far I like helmet very much.

Not sure if the full face version had the same issue.

They are spendy. I was at the dealer twice and spent a while walking around while wearing the helmet before I pulled the trigger.

[Capo]

The Schuberth C3 does, indeed, create a hot spot for some. Ill- fitted C3 owners are readily identifiable by the red blotch on their forehead, and the ever present bottle of Tylenol. There is a solution, however. Install the lining from the non- modular S3, which is thinner and more compliant. It worked wonders for me.

[metallyguitarded_imp]

With a name like Vortex, perhaps the wind noise is a 'feature?' In my case, the wind noise inside the helmet would probably be drowned out by the voices inside my head...

Ha! Nicely done.

[specialist8]

Was away from the internet all weekend, but damn what a lot of good input I see here. Really appreciate the tips and I'll be sure to use them when needed. Until then, I'm going to find myself trying to return the Vortex helmet (anyone have a spare BELL helmet packaging? I threw mine away and the seller needs it for a full refund). I'd put to use the suggestions you all gave, but like I said before I have the SENA headsets and I intend to use them very frequently so plugging my ears is not an option.

I've been using my Scorpion helmet EX-700 in the meantime and may opt for another one (my gf will be inheriting this helmet so I need to grab another) as the quality is really good for the price. Maybe when my bike's paid off I'll look into Schuberth's, but now is not the time.

With a name like Vortex, perhaps the wind noise is a 'feature?' In my case, the wind noise inside the helmet would probably be drowned out by the voices inside my head...

hahahah that is truly funny and unfortunately I don't have any voices in my head to drown that 'vortex' out

The Vortex has (unnecessary) vents just below and behind where your ears are. I removed the liner and blocked those vents with duct tape then replaced the liner. I feel it reduced the noise slightly. Not a huge improvement but a noticeable one. I imagine if you were to take the added step of adding some foam in the area of the vents, then taping them up, it would help even more.

Good tips, but though the ventilation is nil on these to begin with I'd fear that blocking those vents would even be more suffocating...I think I just need to replace the helmet at this point.

[veech_imp]

Specialist8, I think I still have my Bell packaging from my Mag9 helmet I just bought earlier this year. I will check when I get home tonight to be sure, but you can have it. Do you still have my mobile #? If not, I will PM you with it.