Looking at new lids, which are quiet?

[Mgaffz]

Im looking to buy a new lid next week does anyone know which are the quieter ones? Im currently using a Shark S650 and i dont like it at all i rushed into buying it to get me going but its really noisey at most speeds and i hate the fastener.

Im looking to spend anything up to maybe 300 and i would prefer one with a double D ring fastener i have read that the Shark RSR2 helmets are good and quiet and also the Schuberth S1 but i will need to check how they fit and i think the Schuberth are really expensive.

Any input would be great im just getting more confused looking on tinterweb, simply too much to choose from lol

many thanks

mick

[davepreston]

for that sort ov cash i'd be looking at a bandit or simpson
but genrally its less vents quiter lid

[the_lone_wolf]

Looking at new lids, which are quiet?

the ones you wear earplugs underneath...


but seriously, buy the one that fits best, as no helmet will insulate you from noise like a set of plugs, and the price difference between the best and worst noisy helmets is going to be far more than a decent set of plugs

helmet to protect your skull

plugs to protect your ears

:cool:

[RichT]

My AGV is quieter than my Arai.... but earplugs are the way forward.

[Mgaffz]

Well thats more or less sorted then al just buy the one that fits best with the type of fastener im after lol

[Nobbylad]

I really like my new Shoei XR1000 and got it for £200 from helmetcity as opposed to £380 locally (OK it's 2008 model but who cares when you're svaing £180?!?).

It's quieter than my HJC, but presumably only because it's new and the padding is still stiff?

Ear plugs everytime though

[fizzwheel]

If you want a quiet lid stay away from the "race" lids, I.e Arai RX7 Corsair, Shoei X Spirit, basically anything covered in vents and spoilers. My RX7 is really noisy its unbearable over 40mph without plugs in.

Try a few lids on see which fits best, you should get a good lid for your budget, i'd be inclined to try a XR1000 and a set of earplugs TBH...

[Spikenipple]

I bought a Shark S800R a few days ago, and coming from a Caberg V2 I can say it's pretty awesome. It's much quieter, more aerodynamic and lighter too. I paid £165 from Fowlers, it's only about a tenner cheaper from net shops so I thought I may aswell get it straight away.

[keith_d]

My suggestion:

1) Find a shop with a good selection of lids
2) Start at the £100 price tag (no BMX crap!)
3) Work your way up, trying 'em on until you find the right fit
4) Check that it's approved and has a double D strap.
5a) Buy helmet
5b) If you don't like the colour, order one in a different shade (pink??).
6) Pause at the till and buy a handful of different earplugs from the big jar

IMO, steps 3,4 and 5 are the important ones. Don't skimp on your helmet and buy the best fit you can find. Remember, you only get one brain and there are no aftermarket alternatives!

Just my thoughts,

Keith.

[G]

I find my XR1000 stupidly loud at anything over 70mph

[Stu]

I find my XR1000 stupidly loud at anything over 40mph
Yes it's louder than my Raid, but still fine with plugs

[Mgaffz]

Thanks for all the input guys im deffinately going to start wearing ear plugs when out on a long run now. Im going to have a look at the shoei xr1000 need to try one on in the shops then buy online tho as the price difference is silly. Im also going to try the shark rsr2 as i had a look at one this morning and it seemed really light, appart from them i'll just do as suggested and go to a shop and try all the different lids to compare fit and comfort.

many thanks

mick

[slloyd]

Im looking to buy a new lid next week does anyone know which are the quieter ones?

I've just bought me an RST Cobravent Volt, and I have found this helmet nice an d quiet indeed.

With the visor fully closed the air vents do there job to a treat, and so visor misting, until you stop at lights and it begins a little misting at the top. As soon as you take off though...all is well and the visor clears itself.

Haven't managed to get it on the motorway yet, and see what it's like at speeds of 60+, but will comment soon.

Plus it got a sharp rating of 4 out of 5 for safety.

[Haluk]

Open face helmets tend to be the quietest ones, especilally "Davida Jet". It's quite snug so you won't even need earplugs. But if open face is not your style then just go for earplugs.

[BanditPat]

I had HJC FG-14(still have it as a spare) and that was quiet, especially compared to my new one a shark RS1 but even that's not to bad. The HJC was the most comfortable thing i ever wore though. A hell of a lot more coforatble than the shark. But you might find that you dont like plugs i refuse to wear them they annoy me no end and i dont have the cash to get some special made ones. But if you have the money get some custom ones made

[Mgaffz]

Fair comment that banditpat some people will find earplugs uncomfortable, fortunately i wear them alot at work i have found the ones which look like rubarb and custard sweet fit most comfortable and they're cheap when you buy in bulk.

cheers mick

[Stu]

Fair comment that banditpat some people will find earplugs uncomfortable, fortunately i wear them alot at work i have found the ones which look like rubarb and custard sweet fit most comfortable and they're cheap when you buy in bulk.

cheers mick
And they're more comfortable than custom plugs

[BanditPat]

Fair comment that banditpat some people will find earplugs uncomfortable, fortunately i wear them alot at work i have found the ones which look like rubarb and custard sweet fit most comfortable and they're cheap when you buy in bulk.

cheers mick

I know which ones you mean, shame they dont stay in my ears, prolly because i have ears that make me resemble a wingnut when i shave my head. Oh well

[Mgaffz]

You could try stretching an elastic band around your head so that it keeps the plugs in :lol:

cheers mick

[BanditPat]

Ha and another one to keep my ears pinned back?. I think i'll stick with my no ear plugs or my iPod at the moment

[Mgaffz]

Got out of work early enough to call into hien gericke to try on some of thier lids, i think im gonna go for either an arai chaser or an Xlite X-602 start no 3 (think thats what it was called)

they were the most comfprtable of the ones i tried AGV lids did'nt seem as comfortable on my bonce.

cheers for all the imput guys great stuff as usual

many thanks

mick

[Mgaffz]

Bought the arai chaser today with one of those fogcity hyper optic pinlock inserts and i must say im gutted i did'nt buy one sooner, i cant believe how well the hyper optic visor works in the sun.

mick

[oldboyjon]

Im looking to buy a new lid next week does anyone know which are the quieter ones? Im currently using a Shark S650 and i dont like it at all i rushed into buying it to get me going but its really noisey at most speeds and i hate the fastener.

Im looking to spend anything up to maybe 300 and i would prefer one with a double D ring fastener i have read that the Shark RSR2 helmets are good and quiet and also the Schuberth S1 but i will need to check how they fit and i think the Schuberth are really expensive.

Any input would be great im just getting more confused looking on tinterweb, simply too much to choose from lol

many thanks

mick
Roof 010 very quiet and dont mist-up. I might try a bell M1 next its got 5 star rating.