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General => General Discussion => Topic started by: Syl on March 05, 2011, 01:57:20 PM
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I am a new scooter rooter for about well weeks and my helmet is not the Full Face. As I venture through photo's etc. I see many Full Face over the plain helmets that just curve around the ears and some not that way. I purchased a helmet that doesn't curve around the ear's with the helmet part but with the leather that provides better hearing. It has the drop down shield either the clear or tinted. I'm sure there are many pro's and con's on styles and am anxious to hear opinion's. My helmet is: Scorpion EXO-100 Solid Open-Face and I paid about 100 buck's. My Reason: tried on other types but I felt it was cutting off my hearing which I feel is very inportant as long as the wind doesn't get to you. So far even though limited in use due to weather, I feel comfortable with it.....SOME THOUGHT'S/OPINION'S
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motorcycle helmet. cover as much of your face as you can. if something ever happens you will be so glad you had the protection.
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Because I like my chin, I use a fullface when I'm doing anything over 35. At rallys I go with a shorty due to the safety in numbers thing; however, on the group rides I'll always do the fullface.
(http://dontai.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/helmetcrashdiagram.gif)
My weapons of choice are the Arai Vector (http://www.araiamericas.com/helmets/vector.html) and HJC IS-2 (http://www.hjchelmets.com/prdc_is2.htm)
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I would never use anything but full-face helmet.
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I wear a 3/4 with a pivoting wind screen.
looking to get a full face so I can have maximum protection.
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no fun here
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Pennsylvania law requires that you wear seat belts in your car, but you don't have to wear a helmet on a motorcycle or scooter. ?????????????????
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I'm guessing their belief: when you are strapped inside a cage, you should be fine... but on a motocycle/scooter you can consider yourself properly $#@%!
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I only wear full face helmets and then only bright colored ones. A white or yellow helmet is one of the best ways to make yourself visible to other drivers.
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I'm looking for a full face in a bright color now. Currently I only have two 3/4 helmets. One I got on ebay for $19.95 which is really not so great but it IS really light and it has a nice long sun visor and hinged face shield.
I'd like to find a full face with a good long visor but having difficulty finding one.
What do you all think about using a motocross helmet for street riding?
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There's a better solution than a long visor. It's a small attachment that goes on the front lens... peel it off when you change lenses or want to move it to another helmet. The device is about 15% tint cut to fit most helmets or even the Arai vented lens helmet.
http://www.webbikeworld.com/Reviewed-motorcycle-products/shade/ (http://www.webbikeworld.com/Reviewed-motorcycle-products/shade/)
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Here's what I curently wear but in Black. (http://i893.photobucket.com/albums/ac134/Hepafilter_2010/266304213_o.jpg)
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With the notes on the full face, is there a specific type or kind or is it just what you like in color and comfort? There are so many sitting on the shelve's one has to get some possible advise.
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I go for three things in a fullface.
1. Comfort/fit
2. Color (high visibility & reflectiveness)
3. Wind Noise and Ventillation
When shopping for a new fullface... find one that fits well at a shop. Do the full gammit of trying on different models/sizes for each vendor, writing down the particulars of those that do fit well. Go online and read up on the details/design/reviews of each one you found you might like, then price shop for the color you want.
Good place for a large amount of reviews on helmets: http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-helmets/motorcycle-helmets.htm (http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-helmets/motorcycle-helmets.htm)
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i wear 3/4 and also a half helmet
not at the same time, though ;D
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If you did you'd be wearing a 1 1/4 face. ;)
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As long as you like the helmet and it suits you, that is the best helmet - Because you'll actually WEAR it!
However, no matter what helmet you buy - Consider this piece of safety equipment:
http://www.helmet-stickers.com/xcart/product.php?productid=2492 (http://www.helmet-stickers.com/xcart/product.php?productid=2492)
It is simply a sticker that say if the rider is injured DO NOT remove the helmet. You see, most people seem to think that when they find you sprawled out on the road, they need to remove your helmet 'so they can breathe!'. Usually, they forget to undo your chinstrap and try unscrewing the helmet, leading to neck injury.
It is TOTALLY worth the buck.
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I have tried a few types of helmets, but prefer the full face for comfort and protection.
If you crash with one of those half helmets, you will likely hurt your face.
If you just want to wear a scull cap helmet then you are asking for trouble.
Make sure that the helmet is DOT approved at least.
Comfort is key. I have a big head and I had to get an XXL helmet with XL cheek pads to finally make a helmet that doesn't hurt my forehead.
I must be part Neanderthal.
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I have tried a few types of helmets, but prefer the full face for comfort and protection.
If you crash with one of those half helmets, you will likely hurt your face.
If you just want to wear a scull cap helmet then you are asking for trouble.
Make sure that the helmet is DOT approved at least.
Comfort is key. I have a big head and I had to get an XXL helmet with XL cheek pads to finally make a helmet that doesn't hurt my forehead.
I must be part Neanderthal.
;D :D But, think of it this way: for sure there has to be some brain inside!!! :)
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get as much helmet as you can buy.
Just crashed and there are scrapes all over my front screen. scrape on my chin cause I don't have a full face.
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There was a study (German I believe) on impacts to the head and face from motorcycle crashes (someone had posted the illustrations earlier). The study showed that the majority of impacts are on the front of the face and chin. Personally, I like my jaw and teeth. I recently cracked a tooth on a piece of gristle from a slice of sausage. I may need a root canal, and its difficult to chew on one side of my mouth. I figure that's nothing compared to having my jaw shattered and teeth broken.
I'd say go full face. Try different types to make sure you can hear well. I have no problems hearing on mine -- sirens, horns, etc. My wife just needs to speak up when we're riding together, but that's just to he heard over the sound of the wind. I see too many riders around Philly (PA has no helmet law -- go figure) riding motorcycles and scooters without a helmet, or even a brain bucket, in flip flops or sandals. I figure they're single or without an immediate family to be taking such risk.
In colder weather the full face protects you from the cold and wind. Can't imagine doing my commute in anything else.
-Wolf
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The advantage of a helmet is obvious in a crash, and more helmet is better, but just riding down the road and getting whacked in the face by a kamikazi bug or sand or pebbles is no fun either. A helmet that covers not just your head but your face too is the way to go.
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Lol loved that second link. That super funny. Wonder if she did that on purpose for comfort or if she is just totally clueless. Was not able to access the second one, blocked on work network. Thanks for the laugh hexnut!
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I posted this over in "riding gear" too. I ordered one last night from motorcycle-superstore.com. An AFX FX-37 Dual Sport. A cheap helmet but has features like the sun visor I wanted. (http://i893.photobucket.com/albums/ac134/Hepafilter_2010/2009_AFX_FX-37DS_Helmet_Pearl_White.jpg) I'd been thinking about getting a full face anyway, but after seeing glopezz's crash pictures, those were enough to make me go for it. $106 on sale.
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I posted this over in "riding gear" too. I ordered one last night from motorcycle-superstore.com. An AFX FX-37 Dual Sport. A cheap helmet but has features like the sun visor I wanted. (http://i893.photobucket.com/albums/ac134/Hepafilter_2010/2009_AFX_FX-37DS_Helmet_Pearl_White.jpg) I'd been thinking about getting a full face anyway, but after seeing glopezz's crash pictures, those were enough to make me go for it. $106 on sale.
Those AFX FX-37 have have a pretty unusual fit. A lot of people , including me, just don't fit into them. Also, they tend to run a size small. If you have a short and wide head, it will probably fit OK. If it does fit, it's a good helmet for the money. One dissadvange to dual sport helmets like this one is they tend to be noisy and the visor tends to catch the wind at higher speeds.
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It looks as though it's made by the same company (probably Chinese) that made my $20 ebay helmet, and distributed by AFX. Yes, that helmet fit weird at first but broke in to my head after a couple months and is now comfortable. The wind in the visor isn't an issue behind my windshield. ;) And yes, even that visor is only marginally useful but I sure like it better than none. I'll report on all this when I get it.
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I tried on the AFX but there was no way it would have ever fit right....it wasn't even close. If it had fit, I would have bought it. Some people also complained about distortion in the visor but it seemed to be real minor to me. It's a common problem with several of the dual sport helmets.
I hope yours works out for you. I do like the way it looks and the price is right.
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Fulmer D4 full-face (http://www.fulmerhelmets.com/Product/afd4.html). MSRP (solid colors) = $89.95. Awesome helmet.
The trick is finding a dealer who will sell at MSRP. Most dealers jack 'em up, 'cause they're WAY too reasonably priced compared to other lines.
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ROCC 620 flip helmet, sold by Lidl (German supermarket) with spare visor and additional spare cushions for collar, cheek and ears. 5 years guarantee for spare parts. Nearly unbeatable price: 59.95€ = $83.33
http://bikercase.de/picture/buese_2010/01-Helme/9620Szg.png (http://bikercase.de/picture/buese_2010/01-Helme/9620Szg.png)
But of course a Schuberth helmet (used by Michael Schumacher & Co) is much better.
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I also have a Fulmer 3/4 face which is quite nice. Funny I wound up liking the cheapy Kylin (ebay $20) helmet cause it's lighter and has a sun visor. :D
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By the way, ts1, did I see that Michael Schumacher qualified #1 for the upcoming 2011 Formula 1 season? ;D :) ;)
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ROCC 620 flip helmet, sold by Lidl (German supermarket) with spare visor and additional spare cushions for collar, cheek and ears. 5 years guarantee for spare parts. Nearly unbeatable price: 59.95€ = $83.33
http://bikercase.de/picture/buese_2010/01-Helme/9620Szg.png (http://bikercase.de/picture/buese_2010/01-Helme/9620Szg.png)
But of course a Schuberth helmet (used by Michael Schumacher & Co) is much better.
World is a small place.
My gf bought it (silver colored) last week, it was sold here for 40 EUR in Lidl. :)
It has in-built sun shade "glasses" that can be brought down or lifted up using push button by the side of the helmet.
They are German made (not China imported).
Unbeatable price and quality for those with access to Lidl.
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Sorry, but I can't believe Made in Germany. Not for this very low price and not with ventilation mockup etc.
Schuberth helmets (really Made in Germany) are >=400€ and everything does its job.
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Sorry, but I can't believe Made in Germany. Not for this very low price and not with ventilation mockup etc.
Schuberth helmets (really Made in Germany) are >=400€ and everything does its job.
It is crazy, but they are. Here is the manufacturer http://www.speq.de/ (http://www.speq.de/)
They are TUEV tested, ECE-R 22.05 compliant, visor is FF-803 compliant.
Helmets are my favorite topic. Nobody EVER managed to explain to me the difference between 50, 100 and 200 EUR helmet and back it up with objective tests.
If you showed me this helmet 10 years ago, I would say it is in 300-400 EUR range.
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It is crazy, but they are. Here is the manufacturer http://www.speq.de/ (http://www.speq.de/)
Their SP-803 (only flip helmet) is quite different from the ROCC-620.
A German company doesn't mean Made in Germany.
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Their SP-803 (only flip helmet) is quite different from the ROCC-620.
A German company doesn't mean Made in Germany.
The company is founded in 1989 and allegedly has production facilities in Rudersberg, Baden-Württemberg.
Now, are they really making those helmets there, or in Chinese sweatshops, I have no idea, neither does it matter.