Mushroom Head Help !
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2012
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From: Los Angeles
The little Fisher Price helmets make you look like a SOA wannabe. And not only do they not protect you, they ride like sheet.
I wore 1/2s for years, but once I tried a 3/4, and full, I saw the truth. The little toy 1/2 helmets are not worth the 10 bucks they are sold for.
They are noisy, ride up at high speeds, and are a poor excuse for riding gear. Because they aren't riding gear.
But if you think they look better in a shop window, take your pick. They all look equally silly.
I wore 1/2s for years, but once I tried a 3/4, and full, I saw the truth. The little toy 1/2 helmets are not worth the 10 bucks they are sold for.
They are noisy, ride up at high speeds, and are a poor excuse for riding gear. Because they aren't riding gear.
But if you think they look better in a shop window, take your pick. They all look equally silly.
Intermediate
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 46
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From: Garner, NC
I have used a Voss non dot beanie helmet, for about 7yrs. Fits and secures well at speed. Thinking of getting an AK88, just for DOT label, in case pulled over, never has happened yet though. If I really wanted to be safe, a full face is best way to go. IMO.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 1,476
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From: Florida
I know you already said no to a ff helmet, but it really is the only way to avoid the ***** head look AND have a real helmet. Solid black plain ff w/ a smoked shield looks pretty sinister, imo. I ride sans helmet, but am thinking about going this route.
I agree with the others about nov helmets, why bother?
I agree with the others about nov helmets, why bother?
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2010
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From: Highlandville, MO.
Tourer
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From: Montana, USA
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4th Gear
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 8
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From: Texas
How are you going to feel if she gets injured wearing a helmet that keeps her happy and 'feeling Safe" instead of a helmet that will actually keep her safe? Just asking.
"He Who Lives in Joy Does His Creator's Will".
The Baal Shem Tov, Founder of Chasidic Judaism... ca. 1750's
"He Who Lives in Joy Does His Creator's Will".
The Baal Shem Tov, Founder of Chasidic Judaism... ca. 1750's
Im only asking for these helmet suggestions for me. She can pick whatever type she wants, which Im sure will be a larger more padded DOT half or 3/4. I have a ff helmet but that just gets to hot to wear in 100+ degree weather here.
I like that AK88. It looks like a nice fit and its not real big. I think thats the route im going to take...for me!
Tourer
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 353
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From: Beasley Texas
take a look at vega helmets. I just bought the one called naked atx I think. real small and light. Renegades in Houston carries them if your close.
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From: a little place called 'insanity'... a great place to be!
Quite a few years ago I ordered a low profile half helmet that supposedly was DOT approved. I think the company name was Carbon Fiber Helmets and they were located in FL. A quick google search didn't bring anything up for me. But I came across this site. Might be just what any anti-mushroom head is looking for.
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 190
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From: Washington State
I'm a victim of Mushroom Head. Today, I went to the HD dealership and bought a half helmet with wide padded straps. I tried it on, but didn't check it out in the mirror.
Later on, I pulled up next to some bagger with his skinny little skull cap...he pointed and laughed his tats off at me Mushroom Head.
I called the dealer and no return policy on helmets.
Later on, I pulled up next to some bagger with his skinny little skull cap...he pointed and laughed his tats off at me Mushroom Head.
I called the dealer and no return policy on helmets.