helments

Jimbo Dean · 02-08-2010

Heading up to Alaska and need a warmer hat. just what I need, another helment. I want a full face helment mainly for the warmth. The question is the one that flips up or the one solid piece? any thoughts?
Thanks Jombo Dean

Dan Kelly · 02-08-2010

http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcyc...le-helmets.htm

Rocky · 02-08-2010

Jimbo.I was just in my dealer over the weekend and spotted a new helmet on the market.It's the IS-Max by HJC..It's a flip face with built in visor..
Read about it here. http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/hjc/is-max/

I found it had smoother chin bar operation and better styling than the higher cost Sy-Max II by HJC

I have a IS-33 right now and will get the IS-Max for trips and colder weather..

Lots of helmets to choose from,and this is one more.

Rider Steve · 02-09-2010

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rocky

Jimbo.I was just in my dealer over the weekend and spotted a new helmet on the market.It's the IS-Max by HJC..It's a flip face with built in visor..
Read about it here. http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/hjc/is-max/

I found it had smoother chin bar operation and better styling than the higher cost Sy-Max II by HJC

I have a IS-33 right now and will get the IS-Max for trips and colder weather..

Lots of helmets to choose from,and this is one more.

Been wearing one for a while now. It rocks (for me). Did have to go from large to xlarge.

kenlosser · 02-09-2010

IS-MAX is a nice helmet. Really like the flip front as well as the internal sun shades, works well. Also good room from mouth to front of helmet chin so mic with sock fits well.

Jimbo Dean · 02-09-2010

Thanks for the info. Have tried on many helments, the bump on my shoulders is a xx. My big question was flip or no flip. Looks like the flip IX,
Between my boys and dirt bikes, ATV's and a CBR its just what my garage needs...another helment. ...
I'am not going bald my head is jut getting bigger!
Thanks again.Jimbo Dean

dwatc · 02-09-2010

We have the Nolan N103 flip up and both of us really like them. Got lucky they fit both of us like a glove guess we are both the same shape knotheats.
Also you might consider the Nolan Trilogy. Can be worn as full face and 3/4 among others.

laen · 02-09-2010

Full Face. Flips are more noisey and weigh more

Wingleader09 · 02-09-2010

I use a FF helmet at present, but this Spring I'm getting a new Shark Evoline modular helmet.

The chin bar rotates all the way to the back of the helmet when it's open so it balances better and doesn't catch the wind like other modular helmets do when they are open. It's nice to be able to open a flip-up helmet to take a drink, talk to someone or ride through town on a hot day. JMHO

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cesarb · 02-09-2010

I use the N103 for the Wing and its useful if you like to travel with friends/passenger, make frequent stops, snack, etc. since you don't have to remove it. Just flip it and do your stuff! Include the Pinlock system for anti fog.

Wingsconsin · 02-09-2010

Here is one I have been considering...

Scorpion EXO-900

http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...rpion/exo-900/

Texas Black Bird · 02-09-2010

Quote:

Originally Posted by laen

Full Face. Flips are more noisy and weigh more

10-4 on that. Back when I wore a SyMax, I dropped it and the chin bar hinge broke.

Full face for me from now on.

The new EXO 1000 has some new vent features and an intragal flip down shade.

Tan · 02-09-2010

I have a ZEUS and it is the best fitting helmet I have ever had. Where can I buy an other one as this one is getting old?? It looks like they cost around $84.00. I bought mine in Canada and paid $350.00 I would love a new one as I must have a funny shaped head as this is the only one that has ever fit me so well. Thank You

IR Harry · 02-09-2010

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimbo Dean

Thanks for the info. Have tried on many helments, the bump on my shoulders is a xx. My big question was flip or no flip. Looks like the flip IX,
Between my boys and dirt bikes, ATV's and a CBR its just what my garage needs...another helment. ...
I'am not going bald my head is jut getting bigger!
Thanks again.Jimbo Dean

Just a hint on the HJC helmet - I wear an XL in Sy-Max, Nolan, Zeus, Shoei, and every other brand. BUT- when I went to the Sy-Max II, and its new replacement that is on order, I had to go to the XXL size. Their padding is just a little thicker than everyone elses.....So, may want to check out sizes before you buy.

02-08-2010	#1
Jimbo Dean Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Brecksville,Ohio Posts: 63	helments Heading up to Alaska and need a warmer hat. just what I need, another helment. I want a full face helment mainly for the warmth. The question is the one that flips up or the one solid piece? any thoughts? Thanks Jombo Dean

02-08-2010	#2
Dan Kelly Seasoned Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: MA until 2010-Ivins, UT in 2010 Posts: 286	http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcyc...le-helmets.htm __________________ Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. BF Proper prior planning prevents piss poor performance. If criticism had any merit, the skunk would have been extinct years ago. Mileage: 11,824 as of 9/07/10

02-08-2010	#3
Rocky Seasoned Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Sandy-Eggo Posts: 5,586	Jimbo.I was just in my dealer over the weekend and spotted a new helmet on the market.It's the IS-Max by HJC..It's a flip face with built in visor.. Read about it here. http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/hjc/is-max/ I found it had smoother chin bar operation and better styling than the higher cost Sy-Max II by HJC I have a IS-33 right now and will get the IS-Max for trips and colder weather.. Lots of helmets to choose from,and this is one more. Last edited by Rocky; 02-08-2010 at 11:20 PM.

02-09-2010	#5
kenlosser Seasoned Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Soldotna Alaska Posts: 343	IS-MAX is a nice helmet. Really like the flip front as well as the internal sun shades, works well. Also good room from mouth to front of helmet chin so mic with sock fits well. __________________ Ken (PGR) 2007 GW Soldotna Alaska

02-09-2010	#7
dwatc Seasoned Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Manhattan, KS Posts: 636	We have the Nolan N103 flip up and both of us really like them. Got lucky they fit both of us like a glove guess we are both the same shape knotheats. Also you might consider the Nolan Trilogy. Can be worn as full face and 3/4 among others. __________________ GWRRA #307515 '75 CB 360 '78 400 Hawk '86 700 Magna '07 VTX 1300R '09 Silver ABS '09 Escapade

02-09-2010	#8
laen Chromeaphobe Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 11,030	Full Face. Flips are more noisey and weigh more __________________ 2005 GL1800-TE Bushtec Quantum Trailer Suzuki Burgman LIMNCS#1, GWRRA-TX Chp W Iron Butt-B2B,BB1500,SS1000

02-09-2010	#10
cesarb Seasoned Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Monroe, NJ Posts: 150	I use the N103 for the Wing and its useful if you like to travel with friends/passenger, make frequent stops, snack, etc. since you don't have to remove it. Just flip it and do your stuff! Include the Pinlock system for anti fog.

02-09-2010	#11
Wingsconsin Seasoned Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Southeastern Wisconsin Posts: 199	Here is one I have been considering... Scorpion EXO-900 http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...rpion/exo-900/ __________________

02-09-2010	#13
Tan Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Coaldale Alberta Posts: 78	I have a ZEUS and it is the best fitting helmet I have ever had. Where can I buy an other one as this one is getting old?? It looks like they cost around $84.00. I bought mine in Canada and paid $350.00 I would love a new one as I must have a funny shaped head as this is the only one that has ever fit me so well. Thank You

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