looking for Helmets
Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 122
Likes: 5
From: SATX
I recently went helmet shopping and found Daytona Helmets to be of good quality. Very comfy. Very decent quality.
DBell, don't concern yourself with the SNELL rating too much. The ECE 22-05 rating that the Shark carried is better than Snell and DOT. AND it is rated as DOT and ECE 22-05 in both 3/4 and full face modes.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 2,246
Likes: 19
From: Cypress, TX
I have a Daytona Skull cap, they were called skid lids when I bought it. Its a DOT half helmet. I like it. When It gets cold I have a Scorpion EXO-700 full face. Its really comfortable but the vents rattle at speed so I wouldn't recommend it.
I wear a Shark Evoline Series 2. It's a modular and I wear it open face most of the time, but do pull the chin guard down when Interstate driving. Interesting note - the Evoline has an internal sunvisor that will become scratched with use. I sent an email to ask about replacement visors and explained the situation. The visor was too thick and was being scratched when deploying. They responded they would send me a replacement free as they recognized the problem. It took them awhile, but I received the replacement this week. Sent from France. The Evoline is pricey, but I figure my heads worth it.
Intermediate
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 44
Likes: 0
From: So cal
I use a Shoei Qwest. I really like it, good ventilation, very comfortable. I wanted the shark evo 2, I thought that was the best of both worlds with the flip up face and ece rating....but when I tried the shark on it just didn't fit my head.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 4,618
Likes: 290
From: Johnstown, PA
All Helmets are not created equal in fit and comfort. I love my Nolan N-102 Modular, but a comparably sized one for my wife was very uncomfortable for her. Helmets are something you MUST try on and be certain they fit correctly, not only for comfort but for functionality as well.
As suggested, got to a shop that has many brands, and try them all on and see what works for you. In my neck of the woods, the metric dealers have the best selection in helmets. My local HD dealership only has HD branded helmets.
As suggested, got to a shop that has many brands, and try them all on and see what works for you. In my neck of the woods, the metric dealers have the best selection in helmets. My local HD dealership only has HD branded helmets.
Thread Starter
|
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 2,947
Likes: 234
From: Kentucky
All Helmets are not created equal in fit and comfort. I love my Nolan N-102 Modular, but a comparably sized one for my wife was very uncomfortable for her. Helmets are something you MUST try on and be certain they fit correctly, not only for comfort but for functionality as well.
As suggested, got to a shop that has many brands, and try them all on and see what works for you. In my neck of the woods, the metric dealers have the best selection in helmets. My local HD dealership only has HD branded helmets.
As suggested, got to a shop that has many brands, and try them all on and see what works for you. In my neck of the woods, the metric dealers have the best selection in helmets. My local HD dealership only has HD branded helmets.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Tourer
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 253
Likes: 0
If there is nowhere nearby with a good selection to try, you might check out Revzilla online-they have a lot of online reviews & video demo's of hemets, and will let you exchange if it doesn't fit. I think shipping may be free for the 1st exchange if I remember correctly. Their prices are very good also. (i have no financial interest in the company, just a satisfied customer)
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 381
Likes: 1
From: East Coast
The problem with purchasing a helmet online without having had an opportunity to try it on is that it's not just about size. People have different shaped heads - round, oval, long oval, etc. So you might find a helmet that seems too tight on the forehead but fine everywhere else. A larger size in the same model might be too big everywhere.