What type of helmet do you wear?

[zeus661]

list the brand and model under here and how well you like it.

[53driver]

Shoei RF 1200. Fits my head the bestest I've found.

[Steve 0080]

I have several but my latest helmet is a Schuberth C-3 Pro with the SRC system... I like it !!!

[six2go]

I have been wearing a Shoei Neotec Modular but I voted 3/4 because over the Winter I bought a Shoei J-Cruise which is what I think I'll be using. Haven't had a chance to try it yet.

[Jimmytee]

scorpion

[yabiah]

Bell Mag 9 Sena, Candy Red http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/bell-mag-9-sena-helmet-solids
Modified Sena to accept earbuds and yes it's for sale.
Next year I'll upgrade to the Arai CT-Z, Diamond White http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/arai-ct-z-helmet

[opas ride]

Shoei J-Cruise...Fits great and perhaps the quietest one I have worn to date...Great choice for me..A little tough to get eye glasses on, but I am going to straight back ear pieces this spring which will solve the problem....

[baiao]

SHARK RSR2

[bobsF6B]

I wear a Nolan N-104

[srt8-in-largo]

Speed & Strength... Spin Doctor... it's ok for a $160 helmet.

I bought it for the flip down visor, speed-release latches, styling, venting, and better airflow being a 3/4 helmet. I'd buy another one in a pinch, but given the luxury to shop around and see what else is out there, I'd do that. The helmet seems really noisy, even with the vents closed.

[Tundra]

Scorpion

[bobbyf6b]

Bell Revolver modular, but it's driving me crazy cuz the right side makes a creaking noise while I'm riding. Gonna see if a can exchange it.

I really want a Shoei Neotec.

[Ynzr]

I have a Shoei RF1200 and another Shoei 3/4 helmet, which is what I wear most often. I am considering trying a Nolan N44 if it fits my head shape. I would like to have the flexibility that it offers and the very wide field of view.

[stroguy]

Joe Rocket Carbon Pro 3/4 for both the wife and me. Changed from a O'Neal Commander full face. Dislike the loss of peripheral vision with a full face.

[terrydj]

Schuberth flip up for the trips. And yah can eat a hamburger on the run:yes:
Has to be the quietest helmet on the market
An open face for the short trips and around town:icon_cool:

[BIGLRY]

The only one I have ever found that fits my size 8 1/4 melon is.....
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This is only one that really fits and I can wear all day and night in all types of conditions without it squeezing my ears, locking my jaw, cutting off my peripheral vision or muting the outside sounds so I feel like I'm in an isolation chamber.

Do I wish I could get something with a hell of a lot more protection and internal speakers and fit properly?...Hell yea, but so far I have not found one, and before anyone says 'blahblahblah' brand will fit... I have about 10 helmets on the shelf or hanging on the shop wall like a full face Shoie Z, very expensive and bought so I could race on the track, a Bell 3/4 to a brand new XXX large Scorpion that everyone saied would fit(it didn't) along with a few others.
I wish I had half the $ back I have spent over the years trying to find the perfect fitting MC helmet :301:

12543

Oh I almost forgot...It's a $35 novelty helmet, not legal or safe anywhere...

[bigbird]

I've got 3:

Schuberth C3 (full modular), Shoei J Cruise (3/4), and Scorpion EXO 110 (half).
I wear each depending on the weather and distance.
Each has its merits and downsides.
My favourite for the summer is the Scorpion. Being a half helmet, I can best hear the tunes on my audio system.
For cold weather, it's a tossup between the Schuberth and Shoei.

[F6BPDX]

Shoei Qwest for me. Fits great, no complaints.

[shooter]

Shoei Neotec Modular. Love the fit and the versatility. For me nothing is as comfortable as a Shoei.

[vmaxed]

Nolan N-104

[Navvet]

I really like the removable chin piece, 3/4 helmet for summer, full for winter.

And I can still smoke my pipe with the face shield down. :lolup:

[ISLANDER1089]

I recently purchased the LaZer Monaco Carbon modular helmet with the transition photo chromatic face shield. This thing is extremely light weight and the face shield changes tint based on the available light from totally clear to dark tint in bright sunshine. It's available from Revzilla.com.

[Alberta Beagle]

Arai Rx-Q and a Shoei Qwest.

Both fit great but the Arai is much quieter.

Beagle

[Jeffsf6b]

I wear a Bell Revolver EVO Modular I find it very comfortable. I added the Transitions shield so I don't have worry about switching to sunglasses.

[Dirtstiff's F6B]

Speed and Strength Half helmet mostly, Scorpion full face in winter.
Both Dot and Snell ANSI approved.
J

[Sasquach187]

The skully helmet as soon as it gets to my house!

[thunder217]

I wear a Roof helmet. 12581

[CheesyRider]

I use a large Arai Vector full face:
I like it because the shell is small enough to fit in my left saddlebag, it's very comfortable, well built, and light.

I'm thinking of trying a HJC RPHA Max modular for my next helmet.
http://hjchelmets.com/hjca/files/attach/images/2157/400/003/af1e10c93b8b9f04caa1cf84cfb52f12.jpg
I've never been particularly impressed the HJC helmets in the past. They usually seem to have huge shell sizes and have a cheap feel. The RPHA Max, however, seems to be on par with the best. It's light, has a quality feel, and a small shell size. It is pretty expensive, but seems to be worth the price.
http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/hjc/rpha-max/

The RPHA is the middle helmet. It's quite a difference in shell size.
http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/hjc/rpha-max/symax-3-vs-rpha-max-vs-symax-2.jpg

[bobbyf6b]

Bell Revolver modular, but it's driving me crazy cuz the right side makes a creaking noise while I'm riding. Gonna see if a can exchange it.

I really want a Shoei Neotec.

Update. Traded it in and ordered a Shoei Neotec. You really do get what you pay for when it comes to helmets.

[richw56]

Matte black Shoei RF-1200.
Love it.

[bertrider]

I've had a Lazer Monaco modular for about a year. It's light and the Transitions shield is the best reason to get one. You don't need sunglasses at all.

It flows a lot of air for me as well.

[VP8]

Update. Traded it in and ordered a Shoei Neotec. You really do get what you pay for when it comes to helmets.

Hey Bobby, how's the wind noise through the Neotec? What color did ya get? I currently wear a Shoei Qwest. Fit is great, wish it had the sunvisor pulldown like the Neotec and GT Air. The only real draw back of the Qwest is there is not too much air flow (thus being one of the quietest helmet on the market), and the headliner is not removable for proper washing like the cheek pads are. I've been really debating which helmet I'm going to get next... the Shoei Neotec or the Shoei GT Air. I've always had a full-faced helmet... so not sure how I'd like a modular helmet.

[bobbyf6b]

Hey Bobby, how's the wind noise through the Neotec? What color did ya get? I currently wear a Shoei Qwest. Fit is great, wish it had the sunvisor pulldown like the Neotec and GT Air. The only real draw back of the Qwest is there is not too much air flow (thus being one of the quietest helmet on the market), and the headliner is not removable for proper washing like the cheek pads are. I've been really debating which helmet I'm going to get next... the Shoei Neotec or the Shoei GT Air. I've always had a full-faced helmet... so not sure how I'd like a modular helmet.

I had to order one since they didn't have the color I wanted. Gloss black. I will have to get back to you on wind noise.

[MAYHEM01]

Bell Mag 9 and Shark Raw helmet

[jerrym]

Bell Mag 9 Sena, Candy Red http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/bell-mag-9-sena-helmet-solids
Modified Sena to accept earbuds and yes it's for sale.
Next year I'll upgrade to the Arai CT-Z, Diamond White http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/arai-ct-z-helmet

How do you like the Bell Mag 9 Helmet? I am thinking about getting one. Do their seizes run about the same as other helmets? I am not trying to hijack this thread but just interest in this helmet. Thank You.

[Reedman71]

Speed & Strength Top Dead Center which matches the F6B:

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Now on the King, I need something with a little more... bravado...

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[michaels]

Shoei Neotec Modular

[michaels]

Have one......just too loud even when wear ear plugs with music going! Love the view though!!!

[yabiah]

How do you like the Bell Mag 9 Helmet?
Do their sizes run about the same as other helmets? Thank You.

Jerry,
It's a great helmet. Very comfortable and I like that it's integrated for the Sena SMH-10.
It's not the quietest helmet, especially if you leave the peak visor on.
Size wise, mine's a medium so maybe sized a tad big.
Hope that helps,
Tim

[Old Ryder]

Bell Mag 9, Drifter, 500, and Pit Boss

Shoei modular and St Cruz

A very nice helmet in my future is the Stealth lightweight CF model--full face that is lighter than my Scorpion 1/2 helmet. I saw one in Daytona and I was impressed! High quality at about $270 at the show.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/69670/i/vega-stealth-f117-carbon-fiber-helmet

[fxdl2051]

Have a HJC Symax 2 modular that works. It is noisy and a quirky fit, but price was good. It's nice having the drop down tinted visor though with transition eye glasses I don't use it much these days. The nice thing about a modular helmit is raising the chin bar on warmer days or when you need something to block the sun when it's low on the horizon. I also have the HJC 3/4 for warmer weather, it's very noisy. I have a Bell Rogue half helmit that is pretty nice for really hot days though it's like wearing an inverted salad bowel, it's big but does have some nice features. I thought I'd like the removable muzzle, but the thing is a pain and I haven't bothered with it, except for the occasional appearance in a Mad Max movie.

[srt8-in-largo]

This guy's got a killer setup

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-MvboSdiA9WU/VFlfK3Yoe7I/AAAAAAAACRA/4j3IpqLO_1A/s800/MV5BMjE2MjM0MjQ0MF5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTYwOTAwNzY3._V1_S X640_SY720_.jpg

[Big Jay]

HJC fg17 full face .

[Vol1chuck]

skidlid by Daytona. Best half helmet I've tried.

[nvmyf6]

12731

[Exbmwrider]

Shoei Neotec with Sena SMH-10 Bluetooth headset. Quietest helmet Ive ever had. Well worth the $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$, and it was a lot of them.

[Kurare79]

I have several but my latest helmet is a Schuberth C-3 Pro with the SRC system... I like it !!!

We've got that one too! Best helmets we had so far. Very comfortable and i like the silence under it...

12751

[edgeman55]

HJC AC3 fits my 8+ noggin well at 2X.Might try the Scorpion EXO CT220 if this wears out next as the HJC AC3 is no longer made.

[bobbyf6b]

Shoei Neotec. Quietest helmet Ive ever had. Well worth the $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$, and it was a lot of them.

Ditto!!! I cursed at myself for waiting so long to get one. Best helmet ever! (for me)

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[smokinjoe187]

Ditto!!! I cursed at myself for waiting so long to get one. Best helmet ever! (for me)

12774

shoie makes a great product but the xl does not fit in the dam bag

[er.medic]

Shoei Neotec and a Sena 20S

[bobbyf6b]

shoie makes a great product but the xl does not fit in the dam bag

I haven't tried to fit my medium in the bag yet but I must also add that this is the first helmet I've had where I actually could feel the fresh air flowing across the top of my head! I couldn't believe it. I picked it up friday afternoon and fully enjoyed my ride home in the heat. Quiet, smooth and firm open/close action, smooth visor/internal visor action and amazing air flow. I can't imagine a better helmet.

[VP8]

I haven't tried to fit my medium in the bag yet but I must also add that this is the first helmet I've had where I actually could feel the fresh air flowing across the top of my head! I couldn't believe it. I picked it up friday afternoon and fully enjoyed my ride home in the heat. Quiet, smooth and firm open/close action, smooth visor/internal visor action and amazing air flow. I can't imagine a better helmet.

Thanks Bobby for your helmet review. Looks like my next helmet will also be the Shoei Neotec. :motorcycle2:

[Greg_N]

Schubeth C3 with SRC. The best for our European weather conditions, light and safe.

[Steve 0080]

We've got that one too! Best helmets we had so far. Very comfortable and i like the silence under it...

12751


Schubeth C3 with SRC. The best for our European weather conditions, light and safe.



Just wondering if the Skully will be just as quite ???..... I am still happy with my choice !!!

[Hornblower]

There may be exceptions to this rule but generally speaking, the better a helmet ventilates, the noisier it is (IMHO). It's another one of those trade-offs.

[bigbird]

I just today sold my hi-viz Schuberth C3. I got tired of the modular/full face thing.
I find my new 3/4 Shoei J Cruise to be more comfortable and lighter.

[zeus661]

Just purchased the Bell Rogue half helmet. Kinda of goofy with the guard in front but it can come off. Anyway this is a very comfortable helmet.

[luckyluciano]

http://www.motorangutan.com/sites/default/files/styles/uc_product_full/public/2012-Bell-Mag-9-Helmet.jpg?itok=IRTTLxH_

Bell Mag 9, matt black...

[XKnight]

Most of the year I wear a SHOEI Qwest fullface, but when it gets too hot I usually wear a 3/4 SHOEI J-Cruise or Shark Evoline modular in 3/4 mode.

[Elin in So. Cal.]

Schuberth CW3 for women, modular, and a Shoeii full helmet and a bunch of half helmets that I paint for fun and wear when it is too warm for a full-face.

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[srt8-in-largo]

Holy crap Elin; you're quite the artist!

[motozeke]

Shuberth C-3 Pro, matte black. Quiet, comfortable, light, good optics, love the retractable eyeshade. Works really well. Worth the extra $$.

[Injun Joe]

Lazer Falcon. It's decent to above average. Great bargain though.

[Spirit Rider]

Shubert modular (not the latest though)

great confort, BT equipped, matt look is great but overal I am disapointed with the noise.. the wind blowing from the fairing right in the helmet makes it very noisy... if I had to drive 100kms I might go crazy with the visor's vibrations and noise..

am I the only one? I thought these were the creme de la creme in term of silence...

[bigbird]

Shubert modular (not the latest though)

great confort, BT equipped, matt look is great but overal I am disapointed with the noise.. the wind blowing from the fairing right in the helmet makes it very noisy... if I had to drive 100kms I might go crazy with the visor's vibrations and noise..

am I the only one? I thought these were the creme de la creme in term of silence...

A had a Schuberth C3 that I just sold. I didn't have any noise problem, in fact it was very quiet.
Do you have the stock windscreen on your 'B?
If so, no helmet will ever hide the howl of the wind blasting you.
My suggestion: Keep the helmet and get a taller windshield.

[Drive Jehu]

Last Fall I got the RPHA MAX modular and like it. Out the door for $400 from my local Honda Dealer. It was a nice step up from my old GMAX modular - it's noticeably lighter on long rides and more quiet.

The Pinlock system (a second shield to make it "fog resistant" did not work well enough for me to use it.

[Amipro]

Just got my new RPHA 10 full face. Extremely comfortable, a lot less wind noise than my bargain basement bucket I'd been wearing for the last 2 years. SNELL approved, I think it was a deal at less than $200.

[Necanefan]

Nolan N109 modular. But, since it won't fit in the panniers of the F6B, I will likely make a change.

[Spirit Rider]

A had a Schuberth C3 that I just sold. I didn't have any noise problem, in fact it was very quiet.
Do you have the stock windscreen on your 'B?
If so, no helmet will ever hide the howl of the wind blasting you.
My suggestion: Keep the helmet and get a taller windshield.

Thanks Canadian bro.
Already have a higher windshield... Don't want to end up with a wall tough.. May be I forgot after not riding for 5 years also this is my first bike in 30 years with fairing... I will check if something wrong with my visor because it's vibrating like hell.. Crazy noise if I had to ride for hours.. Thanks again for your feedback

[bigbird]

I will check if something wrong with my visor because it's vibrating like hell.. Crazy noise if I had to ride for hours..

I agree, check the visor.
You should only ride with the visor full down on the highway, or cracked up just to the first notch for slow city riding so you get some airflow.

[CheesyRider]

Last Fall I got the RPHA MAX modular and like it. Out the door for $400 from my local Honda Dealer. It was a nice step up from my old GMAX modular - it's noticeably lighter on long rides and more quiet.

The Pinlock system (a second shield to make it "fog resistant" did not work well enough for me to use it.

I'm thinking about getting the same helmet. What size is yours? Does it fit in the saddlebag? Thanks!

[Steve 0080]

Shubert modular (not the latest though)

great confort, BT equipped, matt look is great but overal I am disapointed with the noise.. the wind blowing from the fairing right in the helmet makes it very noisy... if I had to drive 100kms I might go crazy with the visor's vibrations and noise..

am I the only one? I thought these were the creme de la creme in term of silence...

I have the C-3 Pro and no issues... I will say it is not as quite as the hype... but compared to most it is very quite.... Just went to the Madstad and the noise level is now very low !!!!

[Stick]

Shoei Neotec Modular. Love the comfortable fit!

[USMARINE]

SCHUBERTH C3 with SRC

[vstar09]

Only a half for me.....Bell Pit Boss,,,,

[Spirit Rider]

I agree, check the visor.
You should only ride with the visor full down on the highway, or cracked up just to the first notch for slow city riding so you get some airflow.

have to correct my mistake here... whne I bought the helmet the visor was kind of unlocked... hence the vibration...I just took it off then back... and now I can even hear my thoughts ....

very happy with this helmet

[gmorstad]

Shoei Quest full face

[seadog]

HJC Mugello full face, a Bell RT and a cheap and I love it, CS Cruiser shorty helmet

[jm21ddd15]

Shoei Neotec, great fit, comfortable. Some wind noise, but that's part of riding.

[RoadSurfer]

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[srt8-in-largo]

I wanna know what those 0.4%'ers are doing to land squarely on TOP of their head :icon_mrgreen:

[flat6bagger]

Look at most tests done by helmet manufacturers.
They show a pointed weight being dropped on the top of a helmet.
They claim this shows how good the helmet will hold up in a wreck.
The truth is shown in the .4%
Total BS by the manufacturers.

[Almost Fair]

I wanted a flip-face when I rode my VFR800 so, after on-line research, I bought the Nolan N104 and installed the Nolan B4 Bluetooth to connect with my Sony Z. The Sony being water resistant to mount on the triple clamp. I use that for GPS and tunes.

I treated myself to a new Nolan, the N44 when I got the F6B. It's colour matches my silver bullet. I installed the Nolan B5 set in that.

1. Both helmets are size L and fit in a sweet spot in either pannier
2. The wind noise is more noticeable on the F6B even with a trial with the N104. N44 didn't improve it. I've ordered a Madstad 11" medium grey and will post a picture and comment after that's installed.
3. I chose the Nolan brand after reading reviews on webbikeworld.com. That site seemed to offer the most comprehensive review for any number of helmets.
4. Mounting the Sony on the F6B has me flummoxed. I hope the Madstad will give me a suitable mount point for the eCaddy ball for the Sony cradle. At the moment I pop the phone in the left fairing pocket but I keep forgetting to take it out when I dismount. Dang it. Also, I'm not sure how to run power to the phone when I mount it. Anyway... that's my helmet story.

[Rudy]

Was running a full face HJC and decided it was time for a new helmet this season. After a lot of research picked up a new Nolan which I could only wear for about an hour and it really started hurting my ears. Bought a Scorpion and it fits and feels great. Both seem like quality helmets, I wish the nolan would have worked out. :shrug:

[53driver]

Rudy - what size Nolan?

[Rudy]

Rudy - what size Nolan?

Nolan N86 / XL

Only wore it twice, total three hours. It's just sitting on a shelf in the man cave right now.

[53driver]

Bummer. I'm an "L."

[stroguy]

Nolan N86 / XL

Only wore it twice, total three hours. It's just sitting on a shelf in the man cave right now.

Color? What do you want for it? I will spread the word at work.

[Rudy]

53 Driver, you can wear a doo rag and tighten it up. :icon_mrgreen:

It's the Nolan N86 Rapids. Black with white stripes, pinlock anti fog shield, built in sun visor. $185.00 shipped in the lower 48. Only my left ear starts to hurt after about an hour, I guess my ears aren't evenly placed on my noggin. :icon_mrgreen::shrug:
http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc250/valkrider8/nolan_n86_rapid_helmet_detail_zpssu0bsu7x.jpg (http://s217.photobucket.com/user/valkrider8/media/nolan_n86_rapid_helmet_detail_zpssu0bsu7x.jpg.html )

[stroguy]

Alrighty, I will pass it on. That is a nice looking helmet.

It may be the way your wife is pulling on your ears.

[wildman]

I wear a HJC half shell for summer riding and a Bilt full face for cold weather riding. Both fit well and suit my needs.

[BuzzzPhotos]

After years of not riding with a helmet, then cheap 3/4, I ordered a Nolan 104 today. I read where the B4 Bluetooth doesn't sync with the I phone so I'm gonna try the wired unit first. The Schuberth Pro sounds like the best one but it is pretty pricy. I'll give my review of the Nolan in a few days.

[MAYHEM01]

This is my new helmet1431814319 Hells Rider helmet.. it is just for show! Rode with it on in Leesburg. A lot of dropped jaws

[flat6bagger]

My wife and just went to basic HJC open face.
They fit great,top is vented and with my discount at the dealer I got them for $68 apiece.

Doug

[Ridlikhel]

I'm wearing the RS-1 Bell with the transitional shield. Feels great on my large bean head. XL

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/62937/i/bell-rs-1-speed-helmet

[DaWadd]

Cold weather I use a Shoei QWest w/pinlock shield , general cruising Shoei RJ Platinum 3/4(very comfortable), and hot city rides I have a couple no mushroom half helmets.