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General => General Discussion => Topic started by: Peters on September 12, 2012, 02:29:56 AM
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I'm shopping for a new helmet
Any recommendations?
I want a full face helmet. Maybe modular, but I'm afraid a modular will not give me a good seal around my chin/neck for the winter.
My old helmet is an Icon. I like it. A little hot in the summer(It's black). The face shield does not latch on one side anymore. Unfortunately, I'm gonna have to replace the entire helmet. Winter is coming soon and I'm gonna need the shield to close and seal.
I'd rather be warm in the winter than hot in the summer. I don't like the crazy graphics, just a solid color. White or maybe a dark red to match the Peop. I'd like to spend less than or around $200. Less is better. I'm willing to pay for a good one though. I know $50 helmets suck.
Thoughts? Ideas?
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I like this one
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/67/905/35662/ITEM/Icon-Alliance-Reflective-Helmet.aspx (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/67/905/35662/ITEM/Icon-Alliance-Reflective-Helmet.aspx)
Shield hinges are covered up now :). So when I drop it the hinge doesn't break :D. That's what happened to the old one.
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Caberg...
(http://www.caberg.it/img/catalogo_caschi/HX/HMA/HXHMA_2.jpg)
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(http://images.motorcycle-superstore.com/productimages/OG/2011-Vega-Attitude-Techno-Helmet.jpg)
Only $69
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/67/905/36676/ITEM/Vega-Attitude-Techno-Helmet.aspx (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/67/905/36676/ITEM/Vega-Attitude-Techno-Helmet.aspx)
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(http://www.scooter-station.com/ttesimages/scooters/produits/Caberg-HyperX-2.jpg)
Bluetooth.....
(http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTga32T7WdPk78XMnikpZh3uKF9t0zbZGd7i8gdCKTvtRdDA66W)
around $200.00
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Caberg...
(http://www.caberg.it/img/catalogo_caschi/HX/HMA/HXHMA_2.jpg)
I like that!
Has the chin seal thing too!
Apparently, they're not sold in the US anymore. Guess they're not DOT approved :'(
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(http://images.motorcycle-superstore.com/productimages/OG/2011-Vega-Attitude-Techno-Helmet.jpg)
Only $69
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/67/905/36676/ITEM/Vega-Attitude-Techno-Helmet.aspx (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/67/905/36676/ITEM/Vega-Attitude-Techno-Helmet.aspx)
That just looks cheap
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It is. :D
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:D
Thanks, but no thanks
I can tell from the picture that shield leaks air bad. I ride year round. 20 degrees is bad enough, I don't need the air blowing on my face too.
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I like that!
Has the chin seal thing too!
Apparently, they're not sold in the US anymore. Guess they're not DOT approved :'(
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It's available in the gray market... +/- $200.00
It's Euro (ECE) approved not DOT.... but I won't tell.... ;)
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:D
I'm already breaking the law with my BBK. All I need is a cop to pull me over and start snooping around.
I really do like that helmet though
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I think they are planning to sell again in the U.S....
(http://www.cabergusa.com/)
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I almost bought a flip up helmet a few months ago, changed my mind when i saw how they flex when pushed hard on the chin. Im sticking with full face now.
Caberg make nice ones...
http://www.caberglids.co.uk/product_info.php?cPath=64&products_id=216 (http://www.caberglids.co.uk/product_info.php?cPath=64&products_id=216)
http://www.caberglids.co.uk/product_info.php?cPath=88&products_id=311 (http://www.caberglids.co.uk/product_info.php?cPath=88&products_id=311)
I always wear a motorbike neck warmer in winter anyway like this,
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/upload/217130/images/winterbuffs.jpg (http://www.motorcyclenews.com/upload/217130/images/winterbuffs.jpg)
That and my US Army M65 Parka and im real toasty, even on real cold mornings.
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I have had excellent results with the G-Max 68 full face helmet for around $120 USD.. On Webbikeworld.com it had good reviews and was "Helmet of the Year" a few years back. Also, if you have a Kymco scooter in the metallic Pearl White color the G-Max white is a perfect match. ;)
Optically perfect shield, great ventilation (needed here in Florida), quiet (my opinion - most say it's quiet and a few say otherwise), and also has a 6-LED red light built into the rear with an optional transmitter that can be triggered from your bikes brake light.
The only negative in cold climates is that there are two additional side vents in the chin bar that can't be open/closed easily - helmet comes with foam plugs to block them inside if you don't want the ventilation from them. Below is the model 68 full face - I have this in addition to one of the model 67 open-face versions which I like also.
(http://www.extremesupply.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/600x600/Gmax_Helmets/Gmax_GM68_Solids_Helmets/Gmax_GM68_Solid_Helmets.jpg)
Here is the review on Webbikeworld: (User comment section has some post-crash photos of the GM68 - it did well)
http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/gmax/gm68s/ (http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/gmax/gm68s/)
And their video review:
GMAX GM68S Motorcycle Helmet (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8-Ohke9q6Q#)
Brent
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I have a G-Max and I would not recommend it. The wind noise very bad. Much louder than my HJC or Scorpion. Also although it has a lot of vent holes they are made at a 90 degree angle and there is very little air circulation. That said, I do still use it because it has the (optional) face shield with a flip up dark lens so I don't have to change shields to ride at night and the red blinking light on the back for added visibility. I definitely would not wear it without using earplugs.
motorcyclegear.com has the HJC RPS 10 (their top of the line) on clearance. I have an older model HJC that I am very happy with.
http://www.motorcyclegear.com/browse/search?query=rps-10 (http://www.motorcyclegear.com/browse/search?query=rps-10)
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BMW or Shoei. Have used Shoei since 1996 I think. So nice. Best interior and fit my head perfect. There are other brands too that are good ofcourse. Depends on how much you wanna spend but go to a shop and try them on. Do not buy online unless you are sure it fits you.
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You might check the www.ironpony.com/ (http://www.ironpony.com/) . They sometimes have good closeout prices and have been good to deal with for me . Good luck .
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Too much, I can't spend $400 on a helmet. I know they're nice but damn.
Guess I've never had a really crappy helmet. I can't imagine having to wear ear plugs :D
I'm attracted to Icon or HJC because I know the sizes that fit me well. I ordered my HJC ATV helmet off the internet and couldn't be happier. I may still go try some on.
Sometimes my helmet falls or drops to the ground accidentally. It's how my old one broke. I see that Icon has addressed that problem with covers over the shield hinges now.
I don't know... I'm kinda torn between HJC and Icon. There's a big motorcycle store in town. I might go check some out in person.
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You might check the www.ironpony.com/ (http://www.ironpony.com/) . They sometimes have good closeout prices and have been good to deal with for me . Good luck .
Will do
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Liking this HJC RPS-10 that Wiz recommended
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I like the safty part of a helmet. But they say it needs to be dot aproved. Well what good is that if your not going to wear one in the frist place. Be smart and wear one all the time.Rtaher its the law or not.
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Preachin to the choir blue
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Preachin to the choir blue
preachin to those that dont wear one.....other wise the guys wearing a orange jump suites well be picking you up with the road kill...................lol
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I have an HJC IS-Max and really like it. I looked for a helmet that had the flip-down sunshield. Of course, it's a modular helmet.
I bought mine from a motorcycle dealership in town. In my opinion, that's the only way to find a helmet that will fit. It's an x-large. I have tried other mfg(s) helmets that fit differently and were the same size if not smaller.
If you have a cycle gear in town, they offer a 7day return policy on the helmets they sell.
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Shoei is a fine helmet, but very expensive. The like Scorpion the best for the money. Checkout the EXO 500 series for around $150.00+ or consider the EXO 400 series as well (less coin) The helmet liner comes out for a quick wash, well ventilated & solid!
Good Luck!
http://shopping.scorpionusa.com/F4BD78EED51D4762989F1184B1165B96.asp?cat_id=FBF05AC4DB8843C1B0FF76893F5540D5&pc_key=2902467BA3394B998F79120EA002430C&retpage=%2FF4BD78EED51D4762989F1184B1165B96%2Easp&nm=Street+Helmets&spath=Home+%3E+Equipment+%3E+Street+Helmets&path=Home+%3E+Equipment+%3E+Street+Helmets&sc_id=22654005C33A413685FC2EE98988B113 (http://shopping.scorpionusa.com/F4BD78EED51D4762989F1184B1165B96.asp?cat_id=FBF05AC4DB8843C1B0FF76893F5540D5&pc_key=2902467BA3394B998F79120EA002430C&retpage=%2FF4BD78EED51D4762989F1184B1165B96%2Easp&nm=Street+Helmets&spath=Home+%3E+Equipment+%3E+Street+Helmets&path=Home+%3E+Equipment+%3E+Street+Helmets&sc_id=22654005C33A413685FC2EE98988B113)
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I saw today that this place had a load of Nolan helmets on sale right now. Some over 75% 0ff. http://www.kqzyfj.com/pd101mu2-u1HNQIRRKJHJIQPJPKO (http://www.kqzyfj.com/pd101mu2-u1HNQIRRKJHJIQPJPKO)
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I ended up buying this one
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/67/905/24994/ITEM/HJC-CL-16-Solid-Helmet.aspx?WT.ac=SLIsearch (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/67/905/24994/ITEM/HJC-CL-16-Solid-Helmet.aspx?WT.ac=SLIsearch)
I'm pretty happy with it. A little noisy.
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HJC's are decent for the coin, but honestly Scorpion would have been the better choice IMHO. The EXO 400 line (Snell & DOT rated) would have cost about the same.
Good luck with it & what I like is you didn't completely get "cheap" HJC is soild. There are so many crappy helmets out there for like $40.00. One has to remember that you're protecting your mellon & it's not good to buy super-cheap!
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/67/905/2120/ITEM/Scorpion-EXO-400-Solid-Helmet.aspx?WT.ac=RichAutoComplete (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/67/905/2120/ITEM/Scorpion-EXO-400-Solid-Helmet.aspx?WT.ac=RichAutoComplete)
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I have an HJC IS-33 I like really well.
(http://i621.photobucket.com/albums/tt292/dlstewart01/007.jpg)
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Yeah, I won't buy a cheap helmet. I'm familiar with HJC helmets. I have a HJC MX helmet that I love. I just bought a new TV and a new laptop too so my budget was kinda slim. I'm happy with it though. Nothing fancy, just a good helmet.
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Think thats the newer version of my HJC helmet? Cant remember the number of mine but it looks alkost identical to that. Only problem i have with mine is in the winter if its cold and i want my visor fully down to keep the wind chill off my face then the visor steams up easily and i have to end up leaving it cracked open slightly. Other than that im pretty happy with mine, and it was cheap.
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OG: I LOVE my 2 cats! I speak with them through-out the day (I work a lot out of the home office) That's a fine looking tabby!
Streido: One thing I like about Scorpion helmets is they have an anti-fog windshields (proprietary) built-in (it works) Also.....You can pull-out the liners to clean. My local dealer sold me on Scorpion about 6+ years ago & I have never looked back.
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Mine came with an insert for the inside of the shield that is anti-fog. It locks onto pins. Man, does it work too. Also has a washable liner.
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I have a Hawk full face modular. For about $125. I have it about a year now. It has the drop down sun shield which I use all the time. I can raise the front half and I can wear glasses under it. It does let in some air around the neck and if I look down it whistles, it took me a while to figure that out. I did get it on the internet, the first one was to small so I had to return it that's a PIA. I still had to trim some of the padding on the larger one. I use a balaclava for cold weather so the air getting in doesn't bother me. I like it.
Richard L.
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Spyder Sierra Modular Double Visor (Mde in Taiwan).... $70.00! ;D
I love my country! ;D ;D ;D
(http://www.teamspyder.com/wp-content/plugins/eStore/images/resize/SIERRA%20%20DV%20161.jpg)
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bdrannik,
couldn't agree more about the GMAX 68S. I took full facial/head impact crash on the asphalt with mine and only the faceshield was crushed. No head or facial injuries. I could have saved some money and just replaced the shields but for the cost of this helmet why gamble. Have read several articles that say always replace a helmet that was worn in a crash. So this make and model have been crashed tested and i would say, without being overly dramatic that it saved my life. So I have a new one. Just waiting to get my XC500 back from repairs.
Mike
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The best helmet is the one that fits your head the best.
You need to try them on for size before buying.
It makes no difference how well a helmet does in reviews or tests, if it doesn't fit your head properly it can't do its job properly.
As for which type, trust me, you just don't ever want to see what happens when someone's face gets ground off on the road.
My recommendation: very definitely a full face.