What helmet after a crash? - Page 2 - SV650.org

Nobbylad · 29-10-09, 06:39 PM

I liked my HJC but went for a Shoei XR1000 after my off. The Shoei was a great price and a nice fit, however it's very noisy, even with the whisper kit.

Then again, I've debaffled and stubbied my zorst since, so maybe it's just that

30-10-09, 10:46 AM

Just got a Lazer Daytona. Helmet is fine apart from the visor shuts itself if I accelerate too fast. I normally ride with it cracked open 1/2 ".

30-10-09, 11:11 AM

I've just changed my Raid II for a Schuberth R1. The Raid II is very good, but the Schuberth is much better. It's quiet, has a much better field of vision and has an integrated sun visor

. I got mine from George Whites in Swindon for £199.

BoltonSte · 30-10-09, 12:34 PM

Got a shark S500 air, has fixed vents on the top so is noisey as foook,not too impressed with the chin ven as it's a flip forward rather than a slide vent (like the ols shark) so shuts at xxmph

Ste

30-10-09, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by husky03

whatever one fits your napper best

Indeed, and as a few people have said, go to somewhere like J&S that has a big range and try a load of lids on.

For my last upgrade i went to the shop intending to buy a shoei/arai because "thats what you wear". After trying a few on i tried an AGV, a brand i hadn't considered and it was like oooh, thats nice. So i ended up with an AGV Ti-Tech purely because thats what felt best, didn't choose by what i'd seen in the mags.

BanannaMan · 31-10-09, 03:18 AM

If you like Shoei's now is the time to buy one.
They have 2 new models out and you can pick up an Xspirit or rf1000 for 1/3 to 1/2 off if you shop around on the net.

I just picked up an Xspirit for nearly half off (Luthi replica) this week.
(can't wait to try it out!)

If you Arai person....not to worry.
Arai is all set to launch it's own new line of helmets as soon as all the Shoei hoopla in the press quiets down.
Then you can nick one of their current models at closeout prices.

I am well chuffed on the new lid....especially at that price!

maviczap · 31-10-09, 08:54 AM

If you can wait, then the NEC show is on at the end of the month. You'll be able to pick up a quality helmet at knock down prices. I bought my Arai there for £180, love it, fits my bonce perfectly.

Was going to get a Schuberth, but wasn't at all comfy.

Trying on helmets is the only way to see if they're comfy, and fit well, but you'll only know if if its good in the event of a spill.

29-10-09, 06:39 PM	#11
Nobbylad Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: West Lancs Posts: 4,055	Re: What helmet after a crash? I liked my HJC but went for a Shoei XR1000 after my off. The Shoei was a great price and a nice fit, however it's very noisy, even with the whisper kit. Then again, I've debaffled and stubbied my zorst since, so maybe it's just that

30-10-09, 10:46 AM	#12
AndyW Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What helmet after a crash? Just got a Lazer Daytona. Helmet is fine apart from the visor shuts itself if I accelerate too fast. I normally ride with it cracked open 1/2 ".

30-10-09, 11:11 AM	#13
wyrdness Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What helmet after a crash? I've just changed my Raid II for a Schuberth R1. The Raid II is very good, but the Schuberth is much better. It's quiet, has a much better field of vision and has an integrated sun visor . I got mine from George Whites in Swindon for £199.

30-10-09, 12:34 PM	#14
BoltonSte Member Mega Poster Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Back in Bolton Posts: 1,010	Re: What helmet after a crash? Got a shark S500 air, has fixed vents on the top so is noisey as foook,not too impressed with the chin ven as it's a flip forward rather than a slide vent (like the ols shark) so shuts at xxmph Ste __________________ Had an SV or three. Street triple R - gone but not forgotten. Now trying the lunacy that is KTM with a Superduke GT. for the pillion capability of course.

31-10-09, 03:18 AM	#16
BanannaMan Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Appalachia Posts: 419	Re: What helmet after a crash? If you like Shoei's now is the time to buy one. They have 2 new models out and you can pick up an Xspirit or rf1000 for 1/3 to 1/2 off if you shop around on the net. I just picked up an Xspirit for nearly half off (Luthi replica) this week. (can't wait to try it out!) If you Arai person....not to worry. Arai is all set to launch it's own new line of helmets as soon as all the Shoei hoopla in the press quiets down. Then you can nick one of their current models at closeout prices. I am well chuffed on the new lid....especially at that price! __________________ ...Bill *"The Mountains are calling and I must go"*

31-10-09, 08:54 AM	#17
maviczap Member Mega Poster Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 9,097	Re: What helmet after a crash? If you can wait, then the NEC show is on at the end of the month. You'll be able to pick up a quality helmet at knock down prices. I bought my Arai there for £180, love it, fits my bonce perfectly. Was going to get a Schuberth, but wasn't at all comfy. Trying on helmets is the only way to see if they're comfy, and fit well, but you'll only know if if its good in the event of a spill. __________________ We're riding out tonight to case the promised land Make everyday count RIP Reeder - Jolly Green Giant and comedy genius

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