Helmet Chin Strap Issue - HELP!!
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Helmet Chin Strap Issue - HELP!!
Scorpion EXC C110
I bot this helmet and it was fine. Except, when I started to ride with it, the chin strap is so close to my neck, it keeps rubbing my next annoyingly.
Is there some trick I can do to get the chin strap further away from my neck?
Tilting the helmet up (rotating the front up) is not going to work.
I am wearing ear flaps so cutting the FRONT UPPER part of the "Y" piece and shortening the FRONT part of the "Y" piece is not going to work.
I could cut the bottom of the "Y" chin strap, where all 3 pcs come together, and re-sew it, angling the bottom part of the "Y" further away from me. I can draw a picture if that helps.
Any ideas?
Thank you,
BuzzCap7
I bot this helmet and it was fine. Except, when I started to ride with it, the chin strap is so close to my neck, it keeps rubbing my next annoyingly.
Is there some trick I can do to get the chin strap further away from my neck?
Tilting the helmet up (rotating the front up) is not going to work.
I am wearing ear flaps so cutting the FRONT UPPER part of the "Y" piece and shortening the FRONT part of the "Y" piece is not going to work.
I could cut the bottom of the "Y" chin strap, where all 3 pcs come together, and re-sew it, angling the bottom part of the "Y" further away from me. I can draw a picture if that helps.
Any ideas?
Thank you,
BuzzCap7
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I've had a few helmets where I carefully cut the threads, repositioned the straps, tacked them in place with a little super glue then had them sewn back on at the shoe repair shop. Good as new. The repair guy is a rider so he loves doing that stuff.
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Maybe draw something and post it here or email me at BuzzCap7@BuzzCap.net?
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How is the padding inside the helmet?
Are you wearing a bandana on your head or a scull cap?
Reason: you might need for your head to sit a little further back inside the helmet.
A little thinning of soft comfort liner on foam at the rear might allow your helmet to sit better.
Are you wearing a bandana on your head or a scull cap?
Reason: you might need for your head to sit a little further back inside the helmet.
A little thinning of soft comfort liner on foam at the rear might allow your helmet to sit better.
Last edited by im; Feb 16, 2017 at 08:08 AM.
Just get a different head........Sorry couldn't resist
I know I have to tip the front up a little on my modular but you said that won't work for you so it sounds like changing the angle of the straps is the best idea. I wouldn't remove any of the lining or Styrofoam to make it sit back further if you really wear the helmet for protection.
I know I have to tip the front up a little on my modular but you said that won't work for you so it sounds like changing the angle of the straps is the best idea. I wouldn't remove any of the lining or Styrofoam to make it sit back further if you really wear the helmet for protection.
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If you bought it because you'd rather not wear a helmet but have to in your State, it's okay.
If you bought it to protect your head, neck, chin, nose, or cheeks in the event of an accident, throw it out and buy a real helmet.
If you bought it to protect your head, neck, chin, nose, or cheeks in the event of an accident, throw it out and buy a real helmet.
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Either way, as helmets are safety gear, I'd tread lightly on the modifications and think seriously about just paying up for a better fitting lid.
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Us with the double chin - fat neck just stuff some skin under it
But it's hard to make a certain helmet fit your head. They end up on the shelf not getting worn I'm lucky to have a Motorcycle Super Store close that I can try them on. With my old age I now buy for function not looks
But it's hard to make a certain helmet fit your head. They end up on the shelf not getting worn I'm lucky to have a Motorcycle Super Store close that I can try them on. With my old age I now buy for function not looks