Hi All,
I want to probe your thoughts on what helmet to get my wife. She'll ride about 25% of the time I do (not much). I want something that is Snell approved, but not over $125.00. Gloss black. I've had her try a couple on for size and fit, so we have that part checked off the list.
Anyone have any good experience with a helmet that falls within these requirements?
Thanks!
Why Snell approved? In a few well respected tests, the Snell rated helmets tansfered more force to the head than the straight DOT approved helmets. That said, take a look at the Z1R line of helmets. Priced below your requirement and did well in the tests. I crash tested my Z1R Strike with great results, eg. no headache, helmet held up well, etc....
Hmm, I didn't know of that finding. I should do more research on helmet testing.
Thanks for the tip!
No problem man. That's what this forum is for...
Required Reading. (http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/gearbox/motorcycle_helmet_review/index.html)
I personally like SparX. DOT + ECE certified, <$100, and they fit my head like they were made for it.
I crash tested one last year. Then I boxed up the helmet with a copy of the police report and shipped it to them to take advantage of their "crashed helmet policy."
2 weeks later a new helmet showed up at my house. Fo' free.
the hjc cl-12 and fs-15 (think those nums are right)
are both cheap in solids
for a bit better (imo) helmet,
scorpion exo-400 and exo-700 are both under 150 in solids and "flowery" prints
you can also often find arai quantum lids on ebay for 100-200 in solids
Quote from: Obsessed? on June 02, 2009, 09:17:40 AM
Required Reading. (http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/gearbox/motorcycle_helmet_review/index.html)
I personally like SparX. DOT + ECE certified, <$100, and they fit my head like they were made for it.
I crash tested one last year. Then I boxed up the helmet with a copy of the police report and shipped it to them to take advantage of their "crashed helmet policy."
2 weeks later a new helmet showed up at my house. Fo' free.
Fo' Fweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee?
Totally free.
For serious.
I had to pay to ship my crashed helmet to them. I didn't have to pay ANYTHING for the new one.
I put a note the box asking them to send me a different design. I had a Retro Classic (http://www.sparxhelmets.com/helm.php?id=13) and I wanted a Retro Corsa (http://www.revzilla.com/product/sparx-corsa-s07-retro-helmet). Open the new box that showed up and they'd sent me a Retro Corsa!
Quote from: Obsessed? on June 02, 2009, 10:24:49 AM
Totally free.
For serious.
I had to pay to ship my crashed helmet to them. I didn't have to pay ANYTHING for the new one.
I put a note the box asking them to send me a different design. I had a Retro Classic (http://www.sparxhelmets.com/helm.php?id=13) and I wanted a Retro Corsa (http://www.revzilla.com/product/sparx-corsa-s07-retro-helmet). Open the new box that showed up and they'd sent me a Retro Corsa!
That Corsa - nice looking lid!
I'm gonna have to pick up one of those as a pillion helmet.
cant go wrong with a scorpion EXO-400. about $130 for a solid color... i love mine. wear it every day.
If a Scorpion helmet fits her head and she likes the design, you really can't complain about getting her one for $60 (http://www.newenough.com/closeouts/helmets/scorpion/ladies_exo_400_paradise_motorcycle_helmet.html).
+1 on the EXO400, i have the exo700 (same shell but different shell and more vents), crashed it head went into a car door. Helmet is trashed though, everything inside shifted, so i guess it did its job?
btw that article is a really well written and informative read, especially the snell response. you should all print it out and read it when you get the chance.
If you want a cheap, good helmet that is Snell approved, I like my KBC Tarmac Radiation. It's on sale for $50 at Motorcycle Superstore (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/38/12197/ITEM/KBC-Tarmac-Radiation-Helmet.aspx).
It was well-reviewed by WebBikeWorld.com as well.
Also, +1 above on the SparX. They are a good company and their helmets are top-notch, especially at the price (Corsa's are $70 at Motorcycle Superstore.)
There's an interesting trend happening where more helmets are DOT and ECE rated rather than DOT and SNELL.
I've read a lot about the differences and (Chris) you're right - good advice at the start of this thread. [thumbsup]
Gotta protect the egg shell!!!
Quote from: He Man on June 03, 2009, 12:24:23 PM
(same shell but different shell )
I know what you mean, but for the sake of someone who doesnt know scorpion lids and finds that confusing
read: same shell shape but the exo-400 is POLYCARBONATE shell and the exo-700 is FIBERGLASS
LOL, re-reading that, i dont know how many people would of picked that up, but yea thats what i ment. supposely the fiberglass is a bit lighter.
Wow, thanks for all the info and education everyone! [thumbsup]
Lots of good info, thanks guys. I'm looking to replace the Icon Mainframe that saved my skull last weekend, so thisis a big help.
When I read the title, I couldn't help thinking of Henny Youngman.
"I'm willing to trade, but I'll need a picture of the wife." [evil]
I saw the title of the thread and though "that's a pretty good trade"
Quote from: redxblack on June 07, 2009, 09:28:24 PM
I saw the title of the thread and though "that's a pretty good trade"
On which side?