Helmet Brand

[Admin Jaap]

And another poll idea I nicked from sport-touring.net...

[dlaing]

I where a shoei and an Arrow(Yarow)

I recommend anything that fits.

But over the years I have seen variations in face shield quality, so I recommend looking for UV and scratch protection....and no, I don't recommend burkas and flea collars for riding <_>

I have noticed both the Shoei and Arrow offer good scratch resitance and UV protection.

The Arrow is great in hot weather, well vented, but noisy.

The Shoei is a little lighter, quieter, but gets hot in the sun....I don't recommend black helmets

My previous helmet, can't remember brand, would leave me with a sun burnt nose.

[antonio carroccio]

I wear Justissimo by Caberg.

[Guzzirider]

Arai Quantum F- winter riding and track days

 

Roof Boxer- summer touring

 

Roof open face- for those really hot days!

 

I am sure the Arai is the safest but it is far too hot to wear in warm weather, especially in cities.

 

Guy

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X-lite Ago, fits my skull and looks cool...

[KiloSjon]

1 Arai Jethelmet

1 BMW System V (in champaign color, matching the Le Mans...)

 

Because of a very large head (no joke, 65cms) I could also consider a Kliko, a 20feet sea container or an oil drum (joke)

 

Mark

[jihem]

Shark for now

Arai Quantum when financially possible

[big J]

Got the latest govt approved safety hat

[WitchCityBallabio]

I used to ride with an HJC and wasn't thrilled with the fit. I just recently ordered a black Suomy Spec 1-r with a blue iridium shield (that is supposed to be here tomorrow). I hope it's everything it's supposed to be. I'll let you know.

[Dan M]

I recommend anything that fits.

 

 

Like Dave says, It's gotta fit. I had an Arai that fit great. Replaced it after about 6 years with the new version of the same helmet and it was never right. Bought thinner cheek pads but never got a confortable fit out of it. Just bought a Nolan flip front and have only 2 rides with it but the fit seems very good.

[Crooz]

How could you possibly overlook KBC ?

[tikkanen]

X-lite 902 Flag (Italian of course!) for summer and Arai Quantum for spring and autumn (half a size larger than the X-lite thus making room for a balaclava).

 

Søren

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How could you possibly overlook KBC ?

Because I have never heard of it? US only brand?

[helicopterjim R.I.P.]

I have an Arai - best fitting helmet I've ever had.

I have a KBC - cheaper and not quite as good a fit but I use it as a loaner for friends.

 

Because I have never heard of it? US only brand?

 

Yes.

 

Fron KBC website;

 

1992 - The KBC helmet company is establised as sole proprietorship. The first KBC manufactured helmet is introduced to the motorcycle market.

 

1993 - KBC enters a contract with Tucker Rocky Distributing.

 

1994 - KBC America is incorporated.

 

1995 - Business expands to include OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) private label helmets and apparel. Past and current clients include: Harley-Davidson, Polaris, Fox Racing, O'Neal, MSR, Answer Racing, Thor, Suzuki, Kawasaki, and Yamaha.

 

2000 - KBC Europe Limited is established.

 

You've had 7 years to discover KBC.

[Admin Jaap]

I see it the other way around... KBC has had 7 years to let me know they existed!