Helmet

showmethebombs · 01-05-2004, 8:33 PM

Hey gang!

I need a helmet pretty bad...anyone know of one that the pads can be taken out and washed? I know an AGV X-Vent, and V Flyer can, but any others out there? I want a nice helmet..but I want a kick ass deal? so anyone know where I can get one?

thanks!
SMTBs

phozed · 01-05-2004, 8:47 PM

I just got an X11 from Santa and it has a removable liner - good lid too!!

deez · 01-05-2004, 8:51 PM

I think the Shoei X11 is the best thing on the market right now, IMHO. I've enjoyed mine, great helmet.

showmethebombs · 01-05-2004, 8:54 PM

they do seem nice, I need to go try some on. I wish there was a graphic that I loved...maybe there is! MAWAHAHA!

you know, I had a AGV rossi X vent that got nabbed with my bike, and I loved it. Since then I have been using my older Rossi AGV Q3pro. my friend, who also have a q3pro bought his in europe, and its light as all hell....same helmet too...is that the DOT laws in the states???????????

BDA116 · 01-05-2004, 10:29 PM

Almost all Arais have removable pads, but because they went with their "screw the customer" policy, you'll be lucky to find a good deal.
Go with a Shoei.

deez · 01-05-2004, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by BDA116

Almost all Arais have removable pads, but because they went with their "screw the customer" policy, you'll be lucky to find a good deal.
Go with a Shoei.

Exactly why I bought a Shoei. I would have bought an Arai, now glad I didn't, the X11 is as good or better than anything Arai has put out thus far.

HondaGalToo · 01-05-2004, 10:33 PM

My Arai Rx7-RR4 has a removable liner, as does the newer Arai RX7-Corsair. The Shoei X-11 does, too. I demo'd the Shoei X-11 on the track and it was way quieter than my RR4. It'll likely be my next helmet. So, I'd recommend either the Shoei X-11 or the Aria Corsair.

K9inAZ · 01-05-2004, 11:08 PM

I have the Suomy Spec 1R and love it! It has removable pads and liner.

Rick

fivestar · 01-05-2004, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by K9inAZ

I have the Suomy Spec 1R and love it! It has removable pads and liner.

Rick

I love my Spec 1R.

bwhip · 01-05-2004, 11:21 PM

I can't say enough about how much I love my X-11. Light, great field of vision, awesome graphics, incredible ventilation. You need one!

showmethebombs · 01-06-2004, 9:58 AM

I am starting to notice a pattern!

wonder what I should do!

ND4SPD · 01-06-2004, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by showmethebombs

I am starting to notice a pattern!

wonder what I should do!

Have you looked into HJC?

Baketech · 01-06-2004, 10:09 AM

Anyone know how noisy the X11 is compared to say an Arai Quantum?

showmethebombs · 01-06-2004, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by ND4SPD

Have you looked into HJC?

I have, they have a nice line, but I really found them to be more noisy then others. but thats just MO. I think my Xvent was quiet as heck...and my Q3pro is not so quiet...all I want it a helmet that is safe, pads/lining come out, and is quiet! Oh yea, it has to look kewl!

freq · 01-06-2004, 11:43 AM

you want a KBC, you know you do. how about one of those chrome German helmets?

ND4SPD · 01-06-2004, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by showmethebombs

I have, they have a nice line, but I really found them to be more noisy then others. but thats just MO.

I was yanking your chain

I used to own one. I wouldn't even use one for a passenger helmet, I can't stand them personally

showmethebombs · 01-06-2004, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ND4SPD

I was yanking your chain

I used to own one. I wouldn't even use one for a passenger helmet, I can't stand them personally

ROFL, I was being nice!

"they have a nice line..." LOL its the Vance and Heinse of Helmets IMO.

showmethebombs · 01-06-2004, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by freq

you want a KBC, you know you do. how about one of those chrome German helmets?

Only if I can get the one with the spear point on the top!

zenblader · 01-06-2004, 4:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ND4SPD

I was yanking your chain

I used to own one. I wouldn't even use one for a passenger helmet, I can't stand them personally

I've tried a few helmets lately-- Arai Corsair, AGV XR-2, Tried for fit Shoei X11. They are great helmets. Wish I could have ride tested the X11. But from all comments it is obviously at the top of the list. However, just to be a contrary son-of-a beetch, I have just ordered an OGK FF-3GP. http://www.helmetharbor.com/streethe...gk/opening.htm

I wanted a yellow and black helmet to match (

) my '02 silver and black 954. Plus I read some pretty good reviews of this lid. Ultra-light! Wanted to try it so there ya' go. Should have it by the end of the week. In the meantime I picked up this HJC CL-14 (see pic) cheap on ebay a couple months back, and I have to say it's not bad. They have definitely made improvements to their line in the last year.

You are probably wondering why I'm standing in my kitchen wearing leathers and a helmet. It's a little game my girl and I play..."Ben Bostrom and the Swedish Maid"

SuperDave · 01-06-2004, 4:45 PM

Why does that helmet state "track use only", and "NOT DOT approved for street". I don't understand, how can a helmet be track proof but not street?

BTW - I may be looking at the Norick 5 TC-1 X-Eleven thanks to you guys

zenblader · 01-06-2004, 5:11 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperDave

Why does that helmet state "track use only", and "NOT DOT approved for street". I don't understand, how can a helmet be track proof but not street?

BTW - I may be looking at the Norick 5 TC-1 X-Eleven thanks to you guys

Communism! Pure and simple! "Commie helmet manufacturers band together to prevent spread of 'Democracy' (OGK) helmet!" Says anonymous administration official "We will take them out!"

Naw...
"It was explained that they had received certain OGK helmets, and they had been tested and passed, but OGK had not taken the needed steps to secure the sticker. Most likely because the helmet has yet to be imported into the US. The SNELL representative had nothing but great things to say about OGK, and advised the company has been very easy to work with in the past." says unnamed journalist (commie).

These helmets are just now leaking into the US. DOT certification will take some time. Yup...

Won't keep me from wearing it on the road.

SuperDave · 01-06-2004, 5:16 PM

ND4SPD · 01-06-2004, 5:25 PM

Can you get ticketed for not wearing a DOT approved helmet? I can see it in a "helmet law" state, but if the state has no helmet laws, it shouldn't matter.

zenblader · 01-06-2004, 5:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ND4SPD

Can you get ticketed for not wearing a DOT approved helmet? I can see it in a "helmet law" state, but if the state has no helmet laws, it shouldn't matter.

I'm not that worried about getting a ticket. The real liabilty could come if a rider wearing a non-DOT lid gets in an accident and winds up with head or neck injuries (Buddha forbid). I can imagine an insurer refusing to pay on that technicality.

Baketech · 01-06-2004, 5:39 PM

How would you know if you were dead?

BushrodW · 04-18-2004, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Baketech

How would you know if you were dead?

I've actually been dead for a few minutes. What happens is you see your body from above. So if that happens you know you're dead. I'm not sure about the white light at the end of the tunnel, though. I wasn't in the fourth dimension long enough to find out.

Just Doin My Part To Save The World,

bW