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Started by ducpainter, April 16, 2009, 04:42:57 PM

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ducpainter

#30
April 25, 2010, 06:02:43 AM
Sooo....

I finally got an AGV GP-Tech.

I haven't worn it on the bike yet but do have some initial impressions.

First of all I ordered solid black, but one with graphics arrived. The simple graphics are only $50 more so I'll keep it.

The helmet is light. I believe lighter than my Arai.

The shell has a very strange shape in the rear, but I can't see the back when I wear it. It is a difficult helmet to get in to. If you don't like your ears folding over when you pull it on it's not the helmet for you. Once inside though the thing is a dream. The shape is perfect. No pressure points on the crown with a very snug fit around the cheeks. There is no movement of the helmet on my head.

The interior padding is not quite as plush as my old Arai so it feels different, but it's brand new. I'm sure after 7 years of wearing it I'll get used to that feel. Also the AGV comes with a much nicer bag with a heavy carry strap than the old Arai. That isn't a huge plus, but worth noting.

Because the helmet is less expensive I also bought a tinted shield. No more sunglasses inside my helmet. [thumbsup]

Given that I saved a ton of money over the Arai I'm a happy camper.







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rgramjet

#31
April 25, 2010, 06:13:18 AM
All my Korean friends that ride LOVE the AGVs!
Quote from: ducpainter on May 20, 2010, 02:11:47 PM
You're obviously a crack smokin' redneck carpenter. :-*

in 1st and 2nd it was like this; ringy-ting-ting-ting slow boring ho-hum .......oh!........OMG! What the fu.........HOLY SHIT !!--ARGHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!
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ducpainter

#32
April 25, 2010, 06:19:51 AM
Quote from: rgramjet on April 25, 2010, 06:13:18 AM
All my Korean friends that ride LOVE the AGVs!
Huh?
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent.”


rgramjet

#33
April 25, 2010, 06:24:22 AM
Sorry......

All my......

Korean friends.......

that ride motorcycles........

wear AGV helmets........

Dont know why......

They just do.......

Capiche.......?

:-)
Quote from: ducpainter on May 20, 2010, 02:11:47 PM
You're obviously a crack smokin' redneck carpenter. :-*

in 1st and 2nd it was like this; ringy-ting-ting-ting slow boring ho-hum .......oh!........OMG! What the fu.........HOLY SHIT !!--ARGHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!
-Sofadriver

What has been smelled, cannot be unsmelled!

ducpainter

#34
April 25, 2010, 12:37:35 PM
My confusion was what the nationality of a rider has to do with helmet choice.

Maybe you could explain.
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent.”


rgramjet

#35
April 25, 2010, 01:28:23 PM
I have some friends, that happen to be Korean.  For some reason, each and every one of them has an AGV helmet.  I have other friends that ride and wear an assortment of manufacturers.......for some reason the group that is of Korean decent, wear the AGV.  They love 'em!
Quote from: ducpainter on May 20, 2010, 02:11:47 PM
You're obviously a crack smokin' redneck carpenter. :-*

in 1st and 2nd it was like this; ringy-ting-ting-ting slow boring ho-hum .......oh!........OMG! What the fu.........HOLY SHIT !!--ARGHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!
-Sofadriver

What has been smelled, cannot be unsmelled!

mraff

#36
April 25, 2010, 03:19:40 PM
went from KBC to Arai Quantum years ago; was very happy. Went from the Quantum to a Shoei Syncrotech II as I needed a flip face, not as happy, but it is a totally different helmet concept so I guess it isn't a good comparison. Will likely go back to Arai when I see something that fits on closeout.

swampduc

#37
April 26, 2010, 06:49:51 AM
Quote from: ducpainter on April 25, 2010, 06:02:43 AM
Sooo....

I finally got an AGV GP-Tech.
That's the exact same helmet I have, DP, and I'd agree with your initial impressions. The helmet breaks in beautifully, and you won't even know it's there after a while. It's the best helmet I've ever owned. Enjoy!  [thumbsup]
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Modena

#38
April 27, 2010, 03:44:13 PM
HI there,

I have a plain white Arai helmet that's a profile. I have no problems with the helmet what so ever. I tried the Shoei's on and had no luck because the shape of my face. There's lots of manufacture's that are out there so take the time to make sure on fits spot on. 

Best of luck and happiness with the purchase of your new helmet !!


Ride Safe,
Kevin

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