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As far as helmets, you may want to check out http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle-helmets. They have lots of useful videos that talk about sizing helmets and such. I ride with the matte black HJC RPHA and I love it. It vents well. If I were to buy another it would be a modular.
i prefer Arai over Shoei (only because the Arai fit me better). i have 2 Arai Corsair helmets. Normally when riding my Harley i just where my Dayton Eagle 1/2 shell, but i do break out the full face sometimes as well depending on the weather or kind of riding im going to be doing.
I think whatever full face helmet fits your nugget best is the way to go, I prefer Arai Corsair helmets but I think my HJC FG-17 is comfortable .Shoei, Suomy, and AGV are also good but don't fit my head right.
Thanks for all the feedback guys. I've narrowed it down between the Biltwell Gringo and the Bell Bullitt. Honestly, I'm leaning towards the Gringo because its $400 for Bullitt vs. $160 for the Gringo. The reviews are equal as far as fit, comfort and safety.
I did a full on faceplant into the pavement at at least 35mph. I started the skid at 65.
My Shoei Neotec front took all the force.
Shoei inspected the helmet, part of their service.
They replace the modular front.
I had just bought the helmet. Best 600.00 ever
Do a search for gross front faceplant photos, I saw one with a guys face split near in half.
But hey, you may only have a melon worth under 200 bucks.
I'm guessing your loved ones would put your value at a great deal more.
I am new to forum. I wear a matte black Shoei RF1200...you can still find a RF1100 for under 300 bucks and it is last year model on some sites depending on helmet size and color. They are great and breathe real well.
Picked up a Gringo S today I was in San Bernardino, at Chaparral and I was planning on buying the Bell Bullett. Or at least trying this cool "retro" helmet.
As I walked in the helmet area, I could not believe my eyes. There was a Biltwell Gringo with a tilt up visor. I tried it on and it fit perfect. Salesman said it is the first and only one they have ever seen in the store, more are on the way.
Then I tried on the Bell Bullitt, and I could not find a size that was comfortable, the Bullett just does not fit me.
I have now ridden this -S at 65-70 MPH with no windshield and I can't believe it: It is quieter than my old Arai Quantum/F. Although no vents, with the shield cracked, it seems to flow plenty of air. I have only ridden 20 miles, but so far I give this helmet very high marks, and not only 1/2 the price of the Bell, it looks more like my 1966 Bell Star than the Bullett does.
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I was in San Bernardino, at Chaparral and I was planning on buying the Bell Bullett. Or at least trying this cool "retro" helmet.
