| Author | Message | ||
     Pariah |
Since we're talking about helmets lately, thought I would ask... What do y'all use for blocking out wind noise? My helmet is just not quiet enough. I've tried a couple things, but the disposable spongy ear plugs seem to work best for me, although they tend to pop out sometimes (maybe my canal is too waxy--- please, no jokes)... anybody try custom fit plugs? Silicone plugs work, too, but they are a bit off-putting (they trap dust, lint, wax, etc.). Those stats on hearing loss for motorcyclists are pretty scary... (Message edited by Pariah on August 15, 2008) | ||
| Mikellyjo |
The only thing I did that seemed to help was use some black RTV silicone anywhere there was a gap for wind to get in. No I didn't plug up the vent holes. I have the Buell Redline helmet and it seemed to help with the "whistling." It didn't help any of the wind buffeting sounds...the only I found to solve that noise issue was to keep it at WOT and be tucked into the "Quiet Zone." And I don't seem to have a problem doing that. I can't help you with the wax issue other than if you don't clean your ears the wax will make earplugs for you and your problem will be solved. | ||
| Xl1200r |
If I'm on a long enough ride where I need hearing protection, I use a set of $20 noise isolation headphones so I can get the GPS commands and music to come in still. Plugging your ears makes a huge difference on those long trips. | ||
| Doerman |
Putting in earplugs have become second nature. It is part of the routine along with putting on gloves, helmet and jacket. I use the soft spongy things you can buy for next to nothing (since I lose them all the time). | ||
| Hitman44139 |
I forgot my ear plugs for my track day and ride all day without them (and I really didn't want to) I just bought a buell helmet I cant remember the name and I was fine! Not that I want to ride without them but was surprised how well the helmet worked. I use the spongy ones also. Ebay! box of 200 for 12.99 + 4 bucks shipping!! | ||
| Slaughter |
Plugs or pain... your choice. I paid good money for those custom fitted cast plugs made while I waited at Laguna Seca a couple years ago. HATED THEM. Uncomfortable. I now use Hearos foam plugs. Cheap and available from Walmart everywhere. Come with a cool little carrying case too. | ||
| Josh_ |
Hearos anytime I plan on exceeding 45MPH. Also anytime I expect to be in a 95+db setting (clubs, concerts, sporting events ...) Walgreens carries Hearos sometimes, but music stores carry the big packs for less. | ||
| Redbuelljunkie |
The key to fitting foam plugs is squishing them as tightly as possible, and getting them in your ear before they start to expand. I roll them in between my thumb and forefinger until they're in a cone shape, then insert them into my ear. I have learned that I have to push them "up" into my ear canal or they'll fall out. Just pushing them into my ear never worked. | ||
| Badlionsfan |
Foam ear plugs, used just the way Redbuell said. Roll 'em up tight like doobie, stick 'em in. I wear mine all the time, unless i'm rollin with headphones for tunes. Buy a bag of individually wrapped pairs, and always have 2 pairs in every jacket you wear. At some point you'll drop one in something nasty, thro them out, pull out a spare pair. | ||
| Slaughter |
Look what I found - installation animation from Hearos website: http://hearos.com/instructions.html | ||
| Hughlysses |
Order an assorted trial pack of foam plugs from here: http://earplugstore.stores.yahoo.net/unfoamtrialp. html Figure out which ones you like best, then order a box of those. Worked for me!  | ||
| Eweaver |
I just rode my new 1125R from Los Angeles to Virginia Beach and back. I am an audio engineer, so I am quite sensitive to my ears. Half way through the trip my ears were killing me, despite my earplugs. I suspect the tank bag may somehow have added to the noise. The low frequency buffeting is one thing the earplugs can't block out. I purchased a product called the NOJ Quiet Rider Deluxe. I think it was around $40. This thing isn't perfect, but in conjunction with my earplugs, it allowed me to enjoy the rest of my trip. i would recommend it if the earplugs aren't taking care of business. | ||
| Pariah |
All of this sounds great! I'm gonna check these links out... thanks for the feedback, everybody. | ||
| Painkiller |
Pariah: What do y'all use for blocking out wind noise? Louder pipe  If earwax is an issue then try a product called Auro. Sold at almost every pharmacy/ corner drugstore.} | ||
| Smoke |
moldex!! supersoft and comfortable. tim | ||
| Nickcaro |
this is the best price I have ever seen on Hearos; I've been wearing them since working at a night club in 98' http://www.americarx.com/Products/20657.html | ||
| Sci |
I find my Zune/Q9M with a pair of Skull Candy noise cancelling ear buds work perfect! (Message edited by sci on August 18, 2008) |
