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Old Nov 28, 2017 | 05:07 PM
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Is anyone using a full face Bell Bullet helmet? I am thinking of going full face for highway riding and wanted opinions on this helmet.
 
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Old Nov 28, 2017 | 06:39 PM
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I was a Bell 500 fan, but found the Biltwell is slightly oval and the Gringo fits me perfect. I now where it everywhere, sometimes without shield.





 

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Old Nov 28, 2017 | 07:19 PM
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I own a Bell Bullitt helmet and wear it occasionally. Fits me well, same sizing/fit as Shoei or HJC. Noisier than either of those examples. Large eye port, excellent visibilty for a FF.
 
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Old Nov 28, 2017 | 07:37 PM
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The Biltwell Gringo is way more bang for the buck.
 
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Old Nov 28, 2017 | 11:12 PM
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I've had mine for a couple of years. Fits me well, I like it. It is a bit noisy at highway speeds, primarily due to vibration of the shield. The main thing I like about it is that I can drink from a sports bottle while riding. If the weather is nice, I just leave the shield off, much quieter that way.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2017 | 04:08 AM
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I've been using a Biltwell Gringo for a couple of years and like it just fine.

 
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Old Nov 29, 2017 | 04:37 AM
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Been using the Bullitt for a couple of years now. Comfortable helmet and I think it's a good compromise between the breathability/vision of an open face and the protection of a full face - you still get a chin bar.

I use dirtbike style goggles with it and find that's a good combination. I use ear plugs at highway speed.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2017 | 04:45 AM
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This is another one of those you gotta like it threads. Be sure to try it on before buying to make sure it fits. And then you really need to ride with it before you can tell for sure. I have a Bell Revolver Evo that I wear in cold weather months which is modular. Pretty cheap but surprisingly comfortable and quiet for the money.
 
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just ordered one, hope to know in a week if it’s a keeper.
 
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been wearing this since '71
 
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