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Ratyson
| | Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 05:57 pm: | 
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I have a scorpion EXO 400.. and I love it. Ran me about $130. |
Vanvideo
| | Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 06:31 pm: |
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I got a few helmets:
I have 3 KBC VR-2s.
1 KBC VR-1.
1 KBC Wolf.
1 Roof Bumper -it looks like a fighter pilot's helmet, complete w/ strap-on air mask. http://www.designerhelmets.com/prodlist.php?cat=Roof&prod=R05+Bumper
1 Shoei RF-1000.
and assorted half helmets. |
Stou
| | Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 06:53 pm: |
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I have a brand new Arai Corsair, an 5 year old Arai Quantum and a something like 9 or 10 years old Arai Signet.
As you can see, I like Arai helmets!
Before buying my new Corsair, I tried many brand of helmets Shoei, Suomy, Sharks, Icon, KBC and probably other brand that I don't remember and nothing feel nice as an Arai for me.
I probably have an Arai head! |
Smitty
| | Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 07:05 pm: |
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Arai Corsair |
Gundog
| | Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 07:13 pm: |
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The Scorpion 400 is my favorite. It cost me $140 with an extra tinted shield. Easy to clean and the visor is fog proof!With extra liners available, cleaning is a cinch. The desert camo liner is a must have for me.
Dale |
Interex2050
| | Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 08:31 pm: |
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The AGV GP-1 for $85 is the best deal that I can think of... its both snell and DOT approved and I am happy with it (something I can leave with the bike and not stress about it).
Although it does in no way compare to my second helmet (AGV Ti-Tech industrial). The ti-tech is ultra quiet, ultra comfy, light, comes with two visors, ultra hideous, and will cost you an arm and a leg...
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Nutsosane
| | Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 10:09 pm: |
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Rossi wears one.
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Jak
| | Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 10:31 pm: |
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I have an Arai Quantum that has been an excellent helmet for the past six years. I decided I needed a new helmet for the new bike and new leathers so I chose a Shark RSR2 Foggy Legend. It is sweet. I feel like I have 30% more vision than I do with my Arai. It hurt my head the first time I rode, it was a little tight, but by the second ride it felt as though the interior had formed to my head. I bit pricey, but it comes with tear-offs, a "racing" neck guard, 3mm thick shield and a coolmax liner that is removable, and some of the newest and lightest technology out there. |
Elff
| | Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 10:57 pm: |
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I currently have a Shoei X-11
I have a new GF who will actually ride with me so I am going to pass that on to her and give a KBC force RR a shot. If I dont like it then I am trying one of the Scorpions.
I like the graphics on the Icons. Do they have good ventilation? |
Angelwild327
| | Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 11:01 pm: |
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AlDaytona...EWWWWWWWWWWWWWW...man, I'd have called the SWAT team if I'd seen them anywhere near my abode...I suppose I could sic my ferrets on them too..just EWWWWWWWW.. I like my helmet much better without legs and stingers.. |
Dooley
| | Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2006 - 11:07 pm: |
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I have two HJC's a CL-12 & CL-14 I like the 12 better I fits tighter even though there both the same size..But for the longest time I've been wanting to get an ICON mainframe...I think they look good and have good reviews, also their priced well at $250..that would be my choice with my limited funds |
Schmitty
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 12:02 am: |
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I have an Arai RX7 Corsair. Fits my head perfectly. The most comfortable helmet I've tried. Got it on E-bay brand new for about half off retail. They're there if you search for them.
I've had an HJC CL-14.(heavy, poor venting, but relatively quiet and held up well in a crash)
I've also had a Suomy Spec 1R.(decent venting, very light, loud, but didn't fit my head very well)
That said, none of these compared to my Arai in any category. When it comes time to buy again I would like to try the Shark RSR, AGV Ti-Tech, or the Shoei X-11. |
Elff
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 09:57 am: |
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Anyone know of people in Eastern PA that airbrush helmets? |
Lost
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 10:10 am: |
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I have a Shark RSF2i and it fits like a glove all around my head. I look like a chipmunk at the current time until the cheek pads break in. I have yet to wear it while riding my bike.
but that will change as my xb is being delivered Sat!!!!!! WOOO HOOO |
Dragonbuell12r
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 10:21 am: |
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I second the motion for the Scorpion helmets. Shoei quality and fit add 1/3 the price. |
99buellx1
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 11:26 am: |
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quote:Anyone know of people in Eastern PA that airbrush helmets?
Check www.2502designs.com
I think she's out of Harrisburg. I dont know where that is in the state.
Does impressive work.
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Spike
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 11:31 am: |
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I currently have a Shoei RF-900. It's comfortable, vents well enough, and is plenty quiet when I wear ear plugs. I paid $260 for it about 3 years ago.
I've tried on a bunch of Arais and the Shoei X-11, didn't like the fit of any of them. My next will probably be another Shoei RF series. |
Morgans
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 05:57 pm: |
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I have a three Shoeis: an X-11 and an RF-900(2). I also have an Icon Manic. I love them all. |
Elff
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 07:54 pm: |
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99buellx1
Thanks, but that's a little far away. I want to be able to drop off and pick up the helmet so that I can verify the job before making payment. |
Typeone
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 08:12 pm: |
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Shoei X-11. love it. |
Kowpow225
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 10:15 pm: |
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I have an HJC AC-11 and love it for the $200 price tag. It is what it is. |
Voltage_vector
| | Posted on Saturday, April 01, 2006 - 07:02 pm: |
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Arai Quantum, Blue Doohan replica...getting old though, kinda like those Schuberth S1 with the built in Sun visor...tried one on the other day. Pretty neat, but a little on the heavy side...also it has a cool Name! (S1)...
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Perry
| | Posted on Monday, April 03, 2006 - 12:26 pm: |
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HJC AC-11. The first one worked great when I tested it by skating down the asphalt for a hundred feet or so, so I bought another one.
It has all the features and the price is great. It is slightly heavier than an Arai, but for 1/3 the price you can build your neck muscles a bit more.
I also have a high-end Suomy, and the HJC is just as good IMO.
Comfy, removable liner, shield, etc. and reasonably priced - check ebay to find a great buy on a NEW one, don't buy used. |
Ccemn1
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 05, 2006 - 11:14 am: |
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I've got an Italian made Vemar, VSR Carbon.
Lightest helmet I've ever seen and fantastic aerodynamics.
It retailed for $900., but I got it from Sportbike Track Time for $300.
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Kurosawa
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 05, 2006 - 11:27 am: |
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Shoei RF-1000. Only helmet at the local shop that fit me. It's an XXL and my head size is 59 or L. Must be the shape of my head. I'd rather have it tighter up top, but the XL smashes my cheeks between my teeth. |
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