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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:16 PM
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I currently have a Drifter made by Bell but it sits up pretty high on the head. I am wondering if anyone has any suggestions for a more lower profile half shell. I was looking at a skid lid but am not sure if it fits any closer to the head.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:33 PM
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I just picked up a visorless Vega XTS...about $45 and doesn't give me the shroom head. The wife has commented several times on how much better this one looks over my crappy HJC that I had before.....I'm just happy that this one doesn't catch wind on the interstate.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:49 PM
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Happy with my ACC.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:52 PM
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I got mine from www.carbonfiberhelmets.com. It's the thinnest helmet I've seen yet other than novelty and DOT approved for us mandatory military folks. A little expensive though (150.00ish).
 
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 06:44 AM
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just bought a advanced carbon fiber helmet from chilhowee leather....$175 total.....dot........no mushroom head....
 
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 07:50 AM
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+1 on the Vega XTS
 
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 08:49 AM
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Has anyone tried the carbon fiber helmet offered by www.motodirect.com. I saw it on their website and was curious as to quality. Not bad for $100.
 
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 10:50 AM
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I like the HD one i bought, thought it sat just right on my head, not on top like most half helmets.
Classic Cruiser Half Helmet 98060-00V
Lightweight AramidŽ and fiberglass shell with double D-ring chin strap. Removable, soft inner comfort liner and CoolMaxŽ anit-sweat liner. Removable shortie visor. Helmet bag included. Replacement tinted shield and replacement visor available. Harley-DavidsonŽ graphics. Meets DOT requirements. KBCŽ, 1 lb. 13 oz.
 
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Old Jan 26, 2009 | 08:17 PM
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Originally Posted by rockon
I just picked up a visorless Vega XTS...about $45 and doesn't give me the shroom head. The wife has commented several times on how much better this one looks over my crappy HJC that I had before.....I'm just happy that this one doesn't catch wind on the interstate.
Do you happen to have a picture with it on. Im thinking of either that one or the daytona half shell. Head trips carbon fiber does look sweet, but too steep$ for me since ill only need it for a couple days while on vacation. Big bad sin city, but dont come without helmet.
 
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I wear my bog standard M35 sometimes just for a laugh but getting to valueble now so think I'll pack it away.
 

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