First off, thanks for all of the feedback and input thus far. I have gone into a couple of local shops, tried on several helmets, and narrowed the list down to two helmets. The Harley 3/4 Touring (essentially an HJC AC-3) and the Shoei J-Wing. I like the fit of both though think the Shoei is a bit more comfortable, both are completely acceptable fitting and I wore each of them for 10+ minutes in the shops. Based on experience, what feedback do any of you have?

I really like the overall design of the Shoei, though it doesn't have a removable face-shield (e.g. cannot run w/o visor). I do like being able to swap the face-shield for a visor on the HJC, but I don't know if this is something that I'd ever do.

I'm curious how each of these would primarily feel and sound in the wind at highway (and faster) speeds.

Any further comments would be appreciated before I drop $200-300 on something that I cannot return.

Cheers.

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2004 FXDI 95" SE high-output
- SE Heads, SE-251 cam, V&H ProPipes
103.1 HP / 106.5 TQ

If you like the HD,go with the HJC for lots less money.Regards,Tom

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Joe Knapp “Your life is an occasion. Stand up to it”

Chicago, IL "If you can buy it, you can build it better"

i have a shoei rf-1000, light well ventilatedand a snap to change th3 visor.

SHOEI is a quality helmet, if that feels the&nbsp\\;best do not heitate to buy it&nbsp\\;

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2007 FXDC Black Pearl

Went with the J-Wing.
One of the few that are 3/4 and Snell as well as DOT rated.
Safety and comfort are what sold me.
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I bought mine on ebay for $149.00 and absolutely love it.
Can lift the face up and ride comfortably at slower speeds. When I get on the highway, I drop the facesheild down and it makes a huge difference.
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Love mine, just my two cents,
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2007 FXDL
Python staggered duals
PC III
11" Progressive Shocks
Ness Big Sucker A/C
Mean City Cycles - Memory Foam Seat
Patriot Guard Rider

Put your coconut in all the helmets. You'll then know which one to pick grasshopper...

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2007 FXDWG in Platinum Pearl w/ V&H BSS, QB, SE A/C, SERT