Bell Bullitt Helmet

[Cormanus]

After my last post, I happened across a copy of Motorcycle Trader with an article about hearing damage from wind noise on motorcycles. I can't post a link to it, because I can't find it on their website, which is here. I wouldn't search too hard; there was a fair bit of spruiking for Earmold and an attempt to debunk the science with anecdote.

However, these bits of the article are worth quoting:

Quote:Hearing experts say the quality and snugness of your helmet, riding position or a windshield fitted to your helmet will not reduce noise caused by wind turbulance. (My emphasis)

and

Quote:Wind noise while riding at highway speeds can measure upwards of 103dB, which is comparable to a lawn mower and if you fang it around at 120km/h it's the same as using a chainsaw (106dB).

According to the Decibel Exposure Time Guidelines, permanent damage starts after 7.5 minutes at 103dB and less than four minutes at 106dB.
So there you have it: the prudent motorcyclist, interested in retaining sufficient hearing to hear his wife's or her husband's every word, will use some sort of noise reduction strategy.

 

[flynrider]

I buy bags of Hearos disposable foam earplugs and keep some on each bike. I don't generally use them for short rides, but if I'm going to be riding for more than half an hour or so, I plug 'em.

 

[the Ferret]

After my last post, I happened across a copy of Motorcycle Trader with an article about hearing damage from wind noise on motorcycles. I can't post a link to it, because I can't find it on their website, which is here. I wouldn't search too hard; there was a fair bit of spruiking for Earmold and an attempt to debunk the science with anecdote.

However, these bits of the article are worth quoting:

Quote:Hearing experts say the quality and snugness of your helmet, riding position or a windshield fitted to your helmet will not reduce noise caused by wind turbulance. (My emphasis)

and

Quote:Wind noise while riding at highway speeds can measure upwards of 103dB, which is comparable to a lawn mower and if you fang it around at 120km/h it's the same as using a chainsaw (106dB).

According to the Decibel Exposure Time Guidelines, permanent damage starts after 7.5 minutes at 103dB and less than four minutes at 106dB.
So there you have it: the prudent motorcyclist, interested in retaining sufficient hearing to hear his wife's or her husband's every word, will use some sort of noise reduction strategy.

WHAT ?

 

[metallyguitarded_imp]

After my last post, I happened across a copy of Motorcycle Trader with an article about hearing damage from wind noise on motorcycles. I can't post a link to it, because I can't find it on their website, which is here. I wouldn't search too hard; there was a fair bit of spruiking for Earmold and an attempt to debunk the science with anecdote.

However, these bits of the article are worth quoting:

Quote:Hearing experts say the quality and snugness of your helmet, riding position or a windshield fitted to your helmet will not reduce noise caused by wind turbulance. (My emphasis)

and

Quote:Wind noise while riding at highway speeds can measure upwards of 103dB, which is comparable to a lawn mower and if you fang it around at 120km/h it's the same as using a chainsaw (106dB).

According to the Decibel Exposure Time Guidelines, permanent damage starts after 7.5 minutes at 103dB and less than four minutes at 106dB.
So there you have it: the prudent motorcyclist, interested in retaining sufficient hearing to hear his wife's or her husband's every word, will use some sort of noise reduction strategy.

WHAT ?

WHAT ?

Haha! Perfection.

 

[Cormanus]

After my last post, I happened across a copy of Motorcycle Trader with an article about hearing damage from wind noise on motorcycles. I can't post a link to it, because I can't find it on their website, which is here. I wouldn't search too hard; there was a fair bit of spruiking for Earmold and an attempt to debunk the science with anecdote.

However, these bits of the article are worth quoting:

Quote:Hearing experts say the quality and snugness of your helmet, riding position or a windshield fitted to your helmet will not reduce noise caused by wind turbulance. (My emphasis)

and

Quote:Wind noise while riding at highway speeds can measure upwards of 103dB, which is comparable to a lawn mower and if you fang it around at 120km/h it's the same as using a chainsaw (106dB).

According to the Decibel Exposure Time Guidelines, permanent damage starts after 7.5 minutes at 103dB and less than four minutes at 106dB.
So there you have it: the prudent motorcyclist, interested in retaining sufficient hearing to hear his wife's or her husband's every word, will use some sort of noise reduction strategy.

WHAT ?

WHAT ?

Haha! Perfection.

WHAT ?

Haha! Perfection.
+1 :rofl:

 

[the_undecider_imp]

Hearing loss is a noise reduction strategy...or is it that marriage is a hearing loss strategy?

 

[Cormanus]

Or, maybe, hearing loss is a marriage strategy?

 

[Ranjman_imp]

Just fit the shoeichin curtain to bell bullitt helmet. Fits perfectly

 

[metallyguitarded_imp]

Just fit the shoeichin curtain to bell bullitt helmet. Fits perfectly

Welcome to the forum Ranjman! And thank you for your helpful first post. I think I'll look into the Shoei chin curtain.

 

[Rocky_imp]

Every motorcycle jacket I own has several pairs of E.A.R ear plugs in the pocket.
Like Flynrider, I don't wear then on short jaunts, but if I'm out on the road all day, in they go.

 

[AKB_imp]

A little late to the thread, but I bought a Bell Bullitt right before taking delivery of my bike. I absolutely love it. I have a Sena 10 installed as well, so streaming some music helps with wind noise.

This is the only helmet I've ever owned, that when I stop on a ride people will come up and compliment my helmet. Retro Mod is how everyone seems to describe it.

Not sure I will love it as much in the Summer time. I might be in the market for a half helmet that's just as cool.

Open to suggestions.

 

[stijn_b_imp]

Guys, quick question, I found a Bullitt TT version at a great price, the one I like the most but size is XXL (left over stock). Now, I assume that if I buy the top liner and cheek pads that are L size that the helmet can be converted to let's say an L?

 

[Lord Popgun]

There are 3 shell and EPS sizes. I'm not sure I understand it all, but if you go here: https://www.bellhelmets.com/powersports/helmets/street/bullitt-30 and click on the size chart and fit guide box it does show info on the sizing that may help.

 

[stijn_b_imp]

Ok, just picked up the phone and made a phone call, won't work. As you say @popgun there are 3 shells. It would have worked with the medium/large shell but not with the XL/XXL shell. Thanks guys! Too bad, I feel the TT version is one of the best looking ones + bright color for safety.