Advice and help for new & learner riders

**GrayWolf** · 14th May 2011, 13:00

Originally Posted by Mental Trousers

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Just because something meets a standard doesn't mean that it provides the best protection.
Generally the more expensive helmets soak up the most and transmit the least. They're mostly fibreglass too because plastic doesn't soak up impacts as well.

Agree bout the fibreglass shell construction, Mental. I am curious though, have any figures or empirical evidence been given for the real world performance of the carbon fibre shell construction yet?

**Mental Trousers** · 14th May 2011, 13:03

Probably but I don't know where.

**Ocean1** · 14th May 2011, 16:26

Originally Posted by Mental Trousers

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Which ones though?

Ya got me. I remember the general report conclusions but not specific brands. I really only retained that snippet because the link between price and performance was so tenuous.

You're right about the general suitability of reinforced resin shells, the structure absorbs energy as it collapses. That SHOULD apply to CF shells, but I suspect the purpose of the material selection is to reduce weight and damaged thin CF structures are like a sack of razors.

**R-Soul** · 16th May 2011, 13:11

Originally Posted by GrayWolf

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Agree bout the fibreglass shell construction, Mental. I am curious though, have any figures or empirical evidence been given for the real world performance of the carbon fibre shell construction yet?

I would think that when you are taking a big bang to your head, the lightness of its construction can make a major difference to whether it wrenches your neck enough to paralyse you, or not. Increased lightness decreases rider fatigue as well, meaning that it might help you avoid a crash too.

I would say that weight should come a close second to fit.

**craignzcd** · 17th May 2011, 17:27

hyave been looking online at all the different helmets out there....had a try on of a shoei qwest helmet...felt very comfortable....were about 799...anyone have any opinions on other brand of helmets ie: AGV K4 gecko, airoh, arai, hjc etc.....how do you test the road noise with them ie: stereo shops have a sound chamber you can listern to the quality of the eqipment....any of the bike shops have anything sort like that to test out road noise?.....cheers craig

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**steve_t** · 17th May 2011, 17:36

Originally Posted by craignzcd

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hyave been looking online at all the different helmets out there....had a try on of a shoei qwest helmet...felt very comfortable....were about 799...anyone have any opinions on other brand of helmets ie: AGV K4 gecko, airoh, arai, hjc etc.....how do you test the road noise with them ie: stereo shops have a sound chamber you can listern to the quality of the eqipment....any of the bike shops have anything sort like that to test out road noise?.....cheers craig

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I'm sure Scott from Mr Motorcycles, Pukekohe would be able to do a bit better than $799 for a Qwest

Drop him a line.
As far as noise goes, I don't think you'll do much better than a Qwest but you'll probably want earplugs for open road riding anyway

**brnstr** · 19th May 2011, 12:26

Guys this is awesome how do i get on board?

**craignzcd** · 19th May 2011, 18:27

noticed that cycle treads are having a 3 day sale as of friday....got my basic skills course sat so might have to get some bit after that....time to dig out credit card.....

**thehovel** · 20th February 2012, 16:41

You can always get FREE mentoring at NASS (North Auckland Street Skills for north&west) and SASS(South Auckland Street Skills for south&east) Look them up in Meetings and events Both are on Wednesday night. Go to page one to see the format and the last page to see what is the latest info. AND WHEN YOU GO THERE MAKE YOUR SELF KNOWN. Regards Richard

**Maha** · 20th February 2012, 16:50

Five very good points post by Cowboys..
I have taken the liberty to post them in here, I am sure he wont mind

1.. Stack up the ks when your feeling good. Rest when your not. Dont get set on... I have to make X place by X time. Its your trip.. you can stop anytime you want.
2. keep your speed down. Riding fast is tiring. Ride at a speed that you are comfortable with. One you can maintain without being on the edge of your seat
3. Making good time is more about just being on the bike than getting anywhere quickly. If your comfortable, enjoying yourself and keep moving.. you will be surprised how quickly the ks disappear behind you.
4. DRINK AND EAT! Its surprising how many forget the basics.
5. Enjoy it! Dont stress! Dont worry!

**bc.worldlive** · 26th March 2012, 17:49

i'd like to find someone who can mentor me, but when i went to private message 'the stranger' it said my site envolvemnt is not enough that i can use the pm? any other way around this?