Helmets

[TallyAmNole]

Because of the fit we have the Scorpion EXO-AT950 modular w/sena20s. once we tried these on, as compared to the HJC and Nolans, these one out.
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I have the street version...EXO-920, but got mine from Italy because they had a better graphic that I liked. I got a Medium that it pretty snug around the cheeks, but I haven't worn it but a couple times and still need to break it in. We also added the Scala Packtalks to it and so far I like it. It's not DOT, but does have the Euro standards which some may argue are better.


The hubby has a Caberge Tourmax and loves it....also from Italy (burnoutitaly.com).

I agree with reviewing Webbikeworld.com as they have a bunch of reviews. They also have some 'garage sale' items if you're the right size. Good luck shopping!

 

[jegarh]

I am on my second Shoei Hornet. I destroyed the first one colliding with an Asian Black Buck on may 9th this year that was hidden in the grass and jumped right in front of me. I went over the handle bars and struck the pavement at about 60mph head first with enough force to crack my left eye socket. Spent 3 weeks in acute care. That skull bucket saved what few brains I have, for sure. I never realized how much helicopter rides cost, much less what 3 weeks in the hospital trauma center costs.

I ride a lot of dirt and I like the visor on the Hornet, even on the road bikes.

 

[CapeSpyder]

I have the street version...EXO-920, but got mine from Italy because they had a better graphic that I liked. I got a Medium that it pretty snug around the cheeks, but I haven't worn it but a couple times and still need to break it in. We also added the Scala Packtalks to it and so far I like it. It's not DOT, but does have the Euro standards which some may argue are better.
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The hubby has a Caberge Tourmax and loves it....also from Italy (burnoutitaly.com).

I agree with reviewing Webbikeworld.com as they have a bunch of reviews. They also have some 'garage sale' items if you're the right size. Good luck shopping!

They call the New EXO-AT950 the adventure touring helmet. the visor is removable, butbon it looks off raod

CapeSpyder
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[Kingsqueak]

I wear an HJC IS-Max 2 because I needed a XXXL, the quality is solid, though not Shoei like I used to buy. Speaker cutouts make Sena install easier. It's a bit noisy in the wind, but not terrible. Ventilation is decent, pinloc as well.

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[Bob Denman]

I had an IS-Max... it was a very noisy ride; when compared to the Schuberth.

 

[Trbayth]

Shoei RF-1200. Much quieter and lighter than my EXO-500. I wear prescription sunglasses so I didn't want another one with a flip-down sunshield.

 

[Dray]

I have a 1/2 dozen of the better known brand helmets and my new
Shark Evoline helmet has them all beat hands down. Of course opinions
may vary. Check them out on a browser. They are approved for open
face and full face. Be sure to tape measure your head for a sizing. That
said I measured my head per instructions and ordered a large. It was
delivered and was just to snug a fit. The sales lady at Revzilla said the
helmet would tend to push my cheeks up. I have a beard and I was not
comfortable with that. Called them up, she emailed me return authorization
and sent me an extra large. Fits me perfect and from the storm I was in
yesterday, really waterproof. When they received the 1st helmet back they
credited my card and emailed a confirmation. I am a happy camper and now
need to decide what to do with all the other helmets.

Dray:yes::yes::yes::yes:

 

[CanAmChris]

Different day, different helmet. It all depends on what I am riding and how I feel.

 

[Tango]

I have a KABUTO modular. Light weight, and quiet. Wife went with the HJC RPHA MAX. Even lighter, and quieter. The KABUTO has speaker pockets. You need to actually try them on. All heads, AND ears are different. Local dealer beat all advertised internet prices! :thumbup: Tom :spyder:

 

[Ron2andia]

HJC IS-17... Cool looking Iron Man helmet light and has nice air flow.

 

[TnT]

Multiple

We have multiple helmets for different reasons. During the summer and nice weather we prefer the openness of a half helmet. But during winter we wear the Shoei Neotec (after much shopping around and fit testing). If you are buying a modular or full face MAKE SURE you get something with a pin lock design - not an anti fog coating. Also the built in sun visor is very nice.

 

[teacherbob]

Nolan N-44 six in one helmet covers all the bases for me.

 

[Chupaca]

Depends....

What your ryding will be. Full face offer the best protection but are confining . Open face are great for the slower short range crusing. The modular are a bit of both and our choice for the type of ryding we do as well as where we do it. We currently have HJC's but there are many choices and prices out there....:dontknow:

 

[jmbiii]

Your pic shows you with the Shoei Neotec. I just ordered 2 of the neotec's, tell me there isn't a good reason you switched......

I switched because my Mutitech was seven years old. It was a good helmet, 'tho a bit noisy compared to the C3 Pro.
If there hadn't been such thing as a C3, I would have gotten a Neotech. (pic is old - no Spyder - a BMW)

 

[bcer960]

I switched because my Mutitech was seven years old. It was a good helmet, 'tho a bit noisy compared to the C3 Pro.
If there hadn't been such thing as a C3, I would have gotten a Neotech. (pic is old - no Spyder - a BMW)
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Thanks for clarifying

 

[Derk]

I have a white Shoei Neotec that I wear in colder months and a white Shoei J-Cruise for warmer riding. I purchased the smaller cheek pads for both helmets, they made the helmets much more comfortable.
Good luck on whatever you purchase.

 

[CA Railwhale]

Scorpion Helmets

I know this is a very subjective question, just looking for ideas.

Finally should be getting our RTL buy the weeks end, yet we still have not decided on helmets. kind of just looking for ideas. We know we want light weight and have been looking at several modular helmets. Yes we know we have to try some on for fit and such. If not to much trouble can we see what you wear.

Thanks
Chasin

My wife had issues with weight, so we bought Scorpion helmets. One nice feature of the ones we bought is that they have a separate tinted visor that retracts into the helmet so you can run with the face plate down, the sun visor down, or both. Our helmets are 3/4s instead of full-face.

 

[OJ UK]

LAZER MONACO!!

I've posted before about this great helmet and after two years of use it's still the best helmet I've worn. I tried almost all of the top brands and as I type
I have a Schuberth S2 sitting unused! I've tried the C3 and I have to say that I found it to be heavy and slightly claustrophobic. But that's horses for courses.
You can buy a Monaco from Revzilla. It is really light, being carbon and the ventilation has to be felt to be believed! The face shield is fast acting photochromatic
and the overall build quality is good. It is also one of the lightest modular helmets on sale today.
Here's what Web Bike World had to say: http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/lazer-monaco/

 

[bcer960]

I've posted before about this great helmet and after two years of use it's still the best helmet I've worn. I tried almost all of the top brands and as I type
I have a Schuberth S2 sitting unused! I've tried the C3 and I have to say that I found it to be heavy and slightly claustrophobic. But that's horses for courses.
You can buy a Monaco from Revzilla. It is really light, being carbon and the ventilation has to be felt to be believed! The face shield is fast acting photochromatic
and the overall build quality is good. It is also one of the lightest modular helmets on sale today.
Here's what Web Bike World had to say: http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/lazer-monaco/

On the weekend, I tried to find the Monaco on revzilla, and couldn't

 

[Joerolwing]

Helmet

I use a Shoei Quest, my primary interest being not having to pay for a mouthful of dental implants if I were to go down.