Got my first 3/4 helmet in 30 years
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Got my first 3/4 helmet in 30 years
I picked up my first 3/4 helmet in over 30 years, a Torc on sale for $25, mainly to use as a holder for the Sena blue tooth on trips with the wife. It fits pretty snug as helmets apparently do these days, but on the highway it makes my jaw shake. I have to keep my teeth apart or they just grind. It's not wind buffeting as the helmet doesn't move, just my jaw.
Is that normal?
Is that normal?
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From: Romeoville, IL
Had that problem with my HJC 3/4, as well as some buffeting. Just picked up a Bell Custom 500 and buffeting is gone, no problems with my teeth bouncing or anything. It is tight af though, hopefully it will break in a bit.
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Holding your "teeth apart" tells me your helmet fitment isn't right. It sounds "loose" at speed. Are the cheek pads movable or replaceable?
Is the "crown" area secure?
Is the "crown" area secure?
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I think you should have researched and spent a few more bucks!
Old saying you get what you pay for. Comfort and safety first.
Did not know you could get a 3/4 helmet for $25.00 bucks?
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Revezilla has some amazing deals on close outs from time to time with free shipping. I did get a Bell 500 for $59.00 not long ago.
Old saying you get what you pay for. Comfort and safety first.
Did not know you could get a 3/4 helmet for $25.00 bucks?
FYI
Revezilla has some amazing deals on close outs from time to time with free shipping. I did get a Bell 500 for $59.00 not long ago.
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I just received my 3/4 Sick Lid.I like it a lot.The fit and finish is good and it has a ratchet strap,which I like. Pleased with my $39.95 to the door purchase.
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I picked up my first 3/4 helmet in over 30 years, a Torc on sale for $25, mainly to use as a holder for the Sena blue tooth on trips with the wife. It fits pretty snug as helmets apparently do these days, but on the highway it makes my jaw shake. I have to keep my teeth apart or they just grind. It's not wind buffeting as the helmet doesn't move, just my jaw.
Is that normal?
Is that normal?
Last edited by Terry Horseman; Aug 3, 2017 at 11:04 AM.
