Daytona or HCI half D.O.T. helmet?

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Apr 23, 2010 | 01:15 PM

#11

nvsteve

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I have the HCI and like it. I have a large and it is slightly larger than other large helmets I have. However with a doo rag it's fine.
Keep in mind that it's a carbon fiber layer over a fiberglass shell. Not truly a CF helmet.

Apr 23, 2010 | 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Streetrunner

I Currently wear a ACC carbon fiber helmet that is being recalled so I'm in the market for a new non-mushroom half helmet. I've narrowed my search down to the Daytona carbon fiber or the HCI.
It looks like the HCI may have a smaller look but I'm concerned it may be another potential recall like ACC since it looks very similar.
The Daytona appears to be slightly beefier but may be a little safer and better quality.
The problem is I have never had my hands on either so I am deferring to the forum members to give me their opinions regarding comfort, quality and looks before I make the investment.

I've had the HCI for a few years now and no complaints whatsoever. It's not as 'low profile' as the ACC, and not as big as the Harley carbon fiber.

Apr 23, 2010 | 08:38 PM

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Streetrunner

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I called HCI today and spoke with one of the reps. He said that none of his D.O.T. helmets have that low profile, non-mushroom look like the ACC model but of course thats why ACC if having a recall. He actually recommended I keep the ACC. Said it was decent.
I had him measure and weigh his carbon fiber helmet. The results were that HCI weighed more than Daytona and measured slightly wider from ear to ear than Daytona.
I pulled the trigger and ordered the Daytona based upon my findings today. I figure if I don't like it I'll send it back and suffer the $30 restocking fee.
I couldn't find a dealer in my area to actually see and try on the Daytona. Royal pain to purchase a helmet site unseen.

Apr 23, 2010 | 10:15 PM

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Nozzleman 216

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Please keep us posted on how you like it. I am in the market for a new helmet and was ready to purchase and ACC and then the recall happened LOL.

Can I ask where you found dealer lists? I can't find anything to see if there are any near me.

Apr 24, 2010 | 07:14 PM

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Streetrunner

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Originally Posted by Nozzleman 216

I called the Daytona company and gave them my zip code.

Apr 25, 2010 | 06:22 AM

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Curtis629

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I"m trying to figure out a dot helmet for my fat head. I wear a size 8 hat and got use to wearing the novelty helmets when I lived in GA. Now in NC, the new law is DOT and I figured I should got ahead and get one. The Daytona skull cap is looking like the one I'll try. I"m going with a xxl first if that doesn't fit true, I'll exchange for a 3x. I"ve got a harley helmet now too. It's feels really heavy. Anyway, keep us posted on your Daytona.

Apr 25, 2010 | 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Streetrunner

I have the HCI DOT 100 and I'm very pleased with it. My SO also has one and she's never complained either. They're good looking, comfy, well made ........... and cheap.

Apr 28, 2010 | 09:24 PM

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Daytona helmet review

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Originally Posted by Nozzleman 216

Please keep us posted on how you like it. I am in the market for a new helmet and was ready to purchase and ACC and then the recall happened LOL.

I received my Daytona Carbon Fiber D.O.T. helmet today and was disapointed! The chin strap was inferior to any helmet I have ever owned which includes a Carbon Fiber (DOT) from ACC (recall) and Harley Davidson. The material used was thin and flimsy and the "D" rings were plastic. The fit was not that good, it felt as though the helmet was sitting on your head instead of your head being inside the helmt. Finally, this blew me away, when you run your hand over the helmet it was actually bumpy although not visually bumpy. I'm considering keeping my ACC. After seeing the Daytona it made me realize the ACC Carbon Fiber looked and felt like a gem. I must also say that HD helmets are also good quality but of course you get that mushroom effect.
Incidently, the Daytona gives the wearer a mushroom look too.