Posted on March 11, 2010.
What type of motorcycle helmets should I get? I'll get a new helmet to wear with my vintage Vespa and my sport bike. I want something that is DOT and SNELL airy and very light. Money is not really much of an object but I want to stay below 400 or 350 normal retail price. I plan Suomy, AGV, Shoei or Arai. Let me know!
Nobody, not even the seller can answer that. Go to your local dealer catch each different model of a manufacturer and try and compare. Go to the manufacturer and repeat, etc. ... take one of each manufacturer and compare again. Do not look at the price, just compare how he feels. Keep in mind that comparing the padding relax in one week (maybe two) to get a helmet that is very, very, very tight. You have to press your cheeks and should be snug around the top of the head (not give you a headache). Keep each helmet for a few minutes (on foot in the store itself). When finally reduce it, you can then watch the price. It may be $ 450 +, but at least you'll have a better idea of reason. In addition (very important) ask the dealer to tell you that helmets options to change the thickness of the plate plays. Arai (and some Shoei Premium) you can change the thickness if you find a helmet that fits across the top of your head, but does not feel right to her cheeks, it will help greatly is a Another reason why the cost so keep that in mind if you choose a helmet $ 450 +. I'm not sure Suomy or AGV. I do not know Arai helmets with these features can be purchased approximately $ 350 - $ 400 basic white or black (colors add $ 30 - $ 50. Graphics can add $ 100 + price) There are other options such as lining removealbe, etc. that affect the price ... Half, three quarters, and hybrid flip-up are not approved Snell. Look for Snell sticker on back of helmet.
You will not be able to buy a helmet all the bad dealers. Choose one you like and that fits properly. If not, it moves back and sides of your head and you really hate it. Live at the tight fit and you have the habit.
As for cost - well, how is your head? Remember, you only need to bring the day when you slam your head into a car, then on the sidewalk. Until now, you can wear a helmet $ 5 (just do not forget to put on the good day you have your accident).
Why don `t you check out some motorcycle websites and see what the pros wear.
All helmets different form. You can try five different Shoei helmets of the same size and you will see the differences. Get what will be comfortable. Regarding security, note that all helmets that have been approved to carry a warning that death or injury may result from speeds of 15 mph or more.
Shoei RF saved my life twice, I swear by them.
Knowing that you want something DOT and Snell is a good start. No standard headphones are perfect, but Snell is the best out there right now. Have you decided what style you want (front, three-quarters, convertible, etc.)?
Clearly, his face will tend to be larger and offer less ventilation, but they offer the best protection. A large part of your final decision will be based on the aesthetics of the helmet - above a certain price, they all have the same protective properties. At your price range, you can get almost anything less than all of our racing helmets. I think I paid less than $ 150 for my HJC full face helmet, but fortunately I have not had to test the ability to protect it.
I would get a helmet with a removable lining. If you wear it regularly (especially in hot weather), you'll be happy, you can take the steamer and washing.
You can find more information on different styles of helmets:
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