Helmet. Which do you prefer?
Helmet. Which do you prefer?
I live in a state where helmets are required by law. I have been wearing novelity helmets for the last 17 years but thinking about going to a bell custom 500. I have a question for those of you who wear open face DOT helmets. Does your head get blown back in the wind or do you have a sore neck after a long ride? If you live in a required state do you prefer Novelity helmets or DOT and why?
Thanks
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Big Kahuna HDF Member
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From: USA
I prefer a 3/4 with a face shield. HJC makes the Harley ones and you can get a decent price here:
http://www.helmetcity.com/
I just bought a FF HJC as well. But I need some type of face shield.
http://www.helmetcity.com/
I just bought a FF HJC as well. But I need some type of face shield.
Road Master
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: Tampa, FL
Daytona Skull Cap, 1/2 helmet.
http://www.daytonahelmets.com/home/d...ile_specs.html
I have tried dozens of helmets. I have a small head, and this one fits the best and does not ride up or put a strain on my neck.
My state requires DOT, I have friends who ride novelty, I just dont want to run the risk.
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http://www.daytonahelmets.com/home/d...ile_specs.html
I have tried dozens of helmets. I have a small head, and this one fits the best and does not ride up or put a strain on my neck.
My state requires DOT, I have friends who ride novelty, I just dont want to run the risk.
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Last edited by junior07; Feb 7, 2012 at 09:12 AM.
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I live in a helmet state. In summer I wear a DOT approved HCI half helmet. Colder weather I wear a SHARK modular style helmet.
No sore neck our head blown back with either helmet but then I have a good windshield that pushes the wind up over head.
No sore neck our head blown back with either helmet but then I have a good windshield that pushes the wind up over head.
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From: NorCal916
Check these out.
http://store.justifieddefiance.com/h...eatured&page=2
Yes there is a difference . A little more presure head ,neck at speed. Without a windshield
Ya got to know a buddy that has some dot helmets laying around in his garage to take for a test drive.
http://store.justifieddefiance.com/h...eatured&page=2
Yes there is a difference . A little more presure head ,neck at speed. Without a windshield
Ya got to know a buddy that has some dot helmets laying around in his garage to take for a test drive.
Road Captain
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From: Colorado
I wear a Shoei Qwest FF for any distance riding, riding out of town or cold weather riding. When the weather is nice and around town I wear an HCI half helmet (polo style), even though I'm probably in more danger with in-town riding. Oh, and if you're over 18, you don't have to wear a helmet in my state.
Road Master
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From: Minnesota
I have the Bell Custom 500. My head does not get blown back at highway speeds. I also wear the Daytona Skull Cap 1/2. Both these helmets are light, comfortable and look decent for DOT helmets.
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I live in a state where helmets are required by law. I have been wearing novelity helmets for the last 17 years but thinking about going to a bell custom 500. I have a question for those of you who wear open face DOT helmets. Does your head get blown back in the wind or do you have a sore neck after a long ride? If you live in a required state do you prefer Novelity helmets or DOT and why?
Thanks
Thanks
BUT
I have been thinking that I'd like to have a Bell 500 or similar for riding into helmet states, since it would cut out a lot of noise by covering my ears, maybe let me hear my iPod, without being as hot as a Full face in summer.
I've been looking at the Bell, Biltwell and Z1R helmets. I really like the looks of the Z1R Jimmy Retro.
Last edited by brenn; Feb 7, 2012 at 10:24 AM.
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I wear an open face without the screen, and yes the wind pressure on an interstate type road does tend to push your head back and eventually makes your neck ache a bit, then again I don't have a screen on my bike that would make a difference.
http://www.urbanrider.co.uk/helmets/...FYsntAodkidf6Q
http://www.urbanrider.co.uk/helmets/...FYsntAodkidf6Q