What brand helmet?

[sfcali86]

so i got 250 dollars i already have a shoei helmet but i got that itch i need a backup one also,so what kind of helmets do you guys gals have that cost 250 more or less around that price range thanks

 

[Red Wazp]

Get another Shoei

I have a Shoei head so I own 3 of them and 1 Schubreth (out of the 250 range). Closeout models can be had a great savings from the discount internet dealers.

I talked to a Snell director you gave me this advise about helmets. "Stay with a good name brand helmet, you get what you pay for"

Happy helmet shoping!

 

[The Toecutter]

http://www.jafrum.com/Shop-By-Brand/Scorpion/Scorpion-EXO-700-Scorpion-Full-Face-Helmet-Black-Gold I'm going to get this one in a week or so.I borrowed my brother's for a quick ride and it's comfortable and not much noise,and it look,s really cool IMO.P.S. it's snell and dot approved.

 

[Motogiro]

I have 2 helmets. HJC and my favorite is a Scorpion EXO 1000 with an internal flip down sun shield.

 

[Red Wazp]

Flip down sun shield" are the bomb!

 

[crabby117]

Scorpion EXO700 series. It's not the most expensive, but it's DOT and SNELL approved. No conditions I've ridden in have been able to fog it up. I like the air circulation, but I haven't tried any others, so I can't compare the noise level.

 

[fuzzylogic]

i have a scorpion exo700 that i bought initially and just replaced it with an HJC/joe rocket rkt101 that i really like. its very comfortable, has excellent circulation and doesn't seem to fog easily. i want to try out one of the scorpion helmets with the built in sun visor but i don't have the extra money lying around at the moment. =(

 

[Cali rider]

I have been using HJC for a couple of years, after many years with Shoei and Bell (I'm old, Bell used to be the absolute pinnacle in helmets). Their latest is the FS-15:
HJC Helmets

You can get them from New Enough for well under MSRP:
http://www.newenough.com/pricing/private/2761

 

[Fz6Sa]

I use Schuberth (R1 and S1), and I love em, - but I doubt that you could find em as low as 250......

 

[D-Mac]

I have a Nolan flip-up (N102). I love it. It's not the lightest helmet, but it's VERY convenient to be able to take a drink and talk without taking it off. I also like the quick release it has once I got used to it (rather than a D-ring it uses an attachment like you see on a ski boot). I haven't used the flip-up sun shield it comes with, although I just put it on and plan to try it this year.

The rubber seals on one side of the helmet did fail last year (nothing of consequence), but the distributor fixed it quick without any questions. They have a full 5-year warranty on everything they make.

If you look around you can sometimes get a really good deal on Nolans (I paid half of the retail price).

If you like your Shoei, they make a really good flip-up too.

 

[wolfc70]

I have had numerous brands of helmets, and I am most happy with HJC. I currently have the HJC CL-SP and love it! Of the bargain brands HJC has the best quality, by far. Most HJC helmets will also be under your price cap. HJC is easy to find as almost all dealers sell them.

 

[Doorag]

Get whatever fits best.

 

[Fz6Sa]

Does anybody know the reason why track-racers always use D-rings?

I only use D-rings, - can't seem to get my fingers around a quick release ,- but besides my finger issue I always thought that the D-ring was safer?

 

[wrightme43]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SHAR...QQitemZ200311379786QQptZApparelQ5fMerchandise

 

[Andz]

I'm old, Bell used to be the absolute pinnacle in helmets

I'm old too! After a Nava I had a very heavy Bell Star, a Tour Star and a Star II. I also had a Moto III which I bought before I changed my mind about buying an IT 200.

Fast forward 20 years and I am very happy with my Shoei.

As Bell used to say: "If you have a $10 head, wear a $10 helmet"

Does anybody know the reason why track-racers always use D-rings?

I only use D-rings, - can't seem to get my fingers around a quick release ,- but besides my finger issue I always thought that the D-ring was safer?

You answered your own question. Safety.

 

[CrazyBiker]

I have HJC FS-10, CL-14 and Scorpion EXO-400. I think the newer HJC IS-16 with 3 stage sun visor pips the FS-10 and is cheaper too. Go figure!

 

[Donnie869]

I own HJC and a KBC, I like them both but the HJC is my favorite of the two.

 

[staticghost]

If you need a helmet for that price, go onto to Motorcyclesuperstore.com and you will find a whole bunch of helmets on sale and for $250 you can get some nice shoi again if you want.
I only get my gear from there. If you have problem with something, they will replace it with no questions asked and even have their own shipping back. Highly recommended.

 

[Serraph]

Check out this site: http://www.compacc.com/c/Bargains_Specials_Helmets.cfm

I picked up a RF-1000 Artifact from them last month for $300. I received it within 3 days of ordering and the helmet was in perfect condition. They have a few Shoei TZ-R's on there for $200.

 

[shaggystyle]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SHAR...QQitemZ200311379786QQptZApparelQ5fMerchandise

I second the Shark RSI....not sure if it's still going but most of the online retailers had them on sale for around $200 a few weeks back. At that price you'd still have 50 bucks left to grab a spare face shield.