*Warning* Flip front Helmet thread.

[jambo]

I've not used a flip-up lid, though I've often considered one. Something worth bearing in mind is that several of the early, and cheaper flip-up lids were tested, and certified safe, as an open face lid. There were a few that were tested as both open & full face but I'd not have a clue which ones were tested as both and which weren't. I'd say it's a question worth asking of any lid you consider buying.

Jambo

^ yup the original of mine the roof boxer was only tested as a open lid where as the roof boxer v is tested as a full face lid

Got a shoei multitec to replace my old shoei z1, its just as quiet and dead comfy.
The pinlock visor has to be one of the best inventions ever.

[Spiderman]

All i wanna know is why the thread title carries a *warning*????

I have a BMW Evo flip front and it is the quietest and most comfortable helmet I have ever had
Flip front tend to be a bit more cumbersome than full face and I have tried quite a few over the years

I've got a Nitro F347-V flip front that I use when I'm doing long distances. I took it out of the box and put it on my head to do a long weekend's ride to Belgium and back - couldn't fault it. I've fitted a Cardo Rider Bluetooth headset to it and the lid is quiet enough for me to be able to have phone conversations at up to 95mph. Fit is subject to your head shape, so what might fit me perfectly might be as uncomfortable as having your head shoved up a Rhino's ringpiece. Try every helmet on before parting with your money to be sure it feels right, and remember that what may feel fairly snug today could be rattling around on your head like a 12 year old boy giving Katie Price a seeing to in 6 months time

ive got a caberg trip, fits really well noise can be a bit of an issue but i use earplugs anyway, had it about 18 months and its still good and still fits the same as it did when it was new, my brother crash tested his on the track when he high sided and didnt do any damage to his head,

the internal visor is fantastic on really hot days to you can get a bit of airflow round your head without the fly in the eye treatment.

Originally Posted by mkz9876

ive got a caberg trip, fits really well noise can be a bit of an issue but i use earplugs anyway, had it about 18 months and its still good and still fits the same as it did when it was new, my brother crash tested his on the track when he high sided and didnt do any damage to his head,

the internal visor is fantastic on really hot days to you can get a bit of airflow round your head without the fly in the eye treatment.

I have one too, although only for my daily commute-being able to flip the front up is a godsend when popping into shops, filling up etc. Having said that, I don't use it for longer rides as it feels quite flimsy and as you say it is noisy. Whenever I am not wearing I really miss the sun visor and I don't understand why all helmets don't have these fitted.

Takachi TK-86N Flip Front Helmet which i bought from J&S for £79.99, i tried several different makes before deciding on the Takachi
as some other makes didnt seem to fit my head correctly, some i could feel that they either didnt touch the back of my head or the top,
padding would of worn in but the Takachi felt comfortable and fitted very well, i recommend this helmet and will buy another when the time comes

[Swin]

I had the trip, found it steamed up badly for me.
I an on my second Justissimo GT at the moment and apart from the noise at speed it is OK - great for me as I would have to remove my helmet to get into our car park otherwise!
I hear the Shubarth flip fronts are good, I'm thinking one of those or a Nolan in the summer