HJC Carbon Fibre Helmet anyone?

[idb]

Has anyone actually got one of the HJC carbon fibre helmets?
I understand that they've been really popular and would be interested in any opinions.

[Coyote]

My low spec HJC helmet is pretty good, I'd assume that would be much better. It looks damned awesome too

[Fishy]

Are HJC still using clips or have they got D-Rings now?

[nadroj]

Are HJC still using clips or have they got D-Rings now?
My AC10 I've had about 2 years had 'D' clips as have all other HJC's I have looked at since.

[Coyote]

My CS-10 has a clip (that is like a seat belt buckle thing right?)

[skelstar]

I think the models above the CL-14 have D-rings. Im pretty sure the AC-11 had D-rings.

[Fishy]

My AC10 I've had about 2 years had 'D' clips as have all other HJC's I have looked at since.

Reason I ask is because I had a CL-10 with clips in 1998 that actually came undone when I got hit by a car. It flew off my head and I was ejected about 4 metres in the air. My mate who saw the accident said he thought my head was still in the helmet.

I had another friend who got nailed by a car and he too had his CL-10 with clips fly off his head.

And before anyone says it... Yes the helmet was the correct size and yes I do know how to do my helmet up properly. It didn't slip over my chin, the clips actually came undone. Not Good!.

[Coyote]

Reason I ask is because I had a CL-10 with clips in 1998 that actually came undone when I got hit by a car. It flew off my head and I was ejected about 4 metres in the air. My mate who saw the accident said he thought my head was still in the helmet.

I had another friend who got nailed by a car and he too had his CL-10 with clips fly off his head.

And before anyone says it... Yes the helmet was the correct size and yes I do know how to do my helmet up properly. It didn't slip over my chin, the clips actually came undone. Not Good!.
Well bugger that! I should be replacing my helmet anyway after the few knocks it's had though

Why have a clip over D rings? Wouldn't D rings be cheaper?

[skelstar]

Im assuming that clips are easier to do-up, and the customer often wants 'easy'.
Ive not had a D-ring helmet yet so cant comment.

[Fishy]

I know I won't be buying another helmet with the clip system. D-Rings would have stopped hetting my head on the road from coming down from about 12 feet in the air.

[Coyote]

My old Motostar dirt helmet has D rings. They get pretty easy to do up so long as you have your gloves off

[idb]

D rings I think.
I've done quite a bit of looking around on the interweb for helmets and of course most of the ones that I want aren't available here.
A lot of them actually list D rings as a feature - I wondered why and this must be the reason.

[nadroj]

Had an AGV helmet with clips but threw it as soon as I saw a crack in the plastic clip socket cover.

[Sparky Bills]

They have 'D' rings.
$749rrp
Most likely the lightest helmet you would ever wear!
I put up a thread last year with some pics. Will see if i can find it.

[bugjuice]

I know someone who's got one..

even tho it looks nice, it's nothing too special. You can actually flex the helmet by squeezing the sides. Not sure if that's the best thing in a crash, not sure if I want to find out! Altho it'll be made with stress points in mind, I think a regular plastic/fibre glass lid would be better for your dosh..
Plus, CF fades in the sun after a year or so, and the resin scratches easy. It's light, but then it's the same weight as my Shoei I just bought. And I'd have that over the CF lid any day

[SARGE]

i wear one.. very light, comfy.. actualy fits my big dome. a bit loud after the 160 limit though ( so i,ve heard...) Fog Free and D Rings

[Sumo]

I have the CS-12 Road fighter version and it has the clips. I bought a new CS-!2 for she who rides on the back and it has the "D" rings. Which is better? both have their good points personally i prefer the clips never had a problem with them. As for the Carbon Fibre ones I feel that they are ok but too expensive. I must be pointed out that even the cheaper versions MUST pass a certain saftey standard before being released onto the market so whether you but an expensive helmet or a cheaper one they both do teh same thing. Save your head.

[Lou Girardin]

They are nicely finished, but really no lighter than top spec Shoei, Arai or Nolan. A bit cheaper than the first two.
There will be graphic versions coming.
What I didn't like is the tinny ringing sound when you close the visor.

[idb]

Plus, CF fades in the sun after a year or so,
Yeah, I'm a bit concerned about this as well.
I've read somewhere that carbon actually degrades in the sun.

[Kickaha]

Are HJC still using clips or have they got D-Rings now?

Most of the HJC I have seen have clips although Dangerous got one in from Oz and it had D rings,I think it depends on what market and standard they have to meet, only seen one helmet come off in a accident and it had D rings

it is (I think incorrectly) assumed that with D rings the Helmet strap will always be tightend correctly every time it is put on

[Back Fire]

I went from a clip/buckle HJC to a D-ring arai... I actually find the D-ring MUUUCH easier to do up than the buckle/clip

[Ixion]

My CL-14 has D rings. I would not buy a helmet with clips. I have had them come undone (off road).

[iwilde]

Mines a ZF-8 and is suposed to be made of "Composite glass fibre Kevlar/Dyneema/Spectra shell", got the clips

[SPman]

Got an AC10 with a clip. Has come undone on the road if incorrectly clipped in......not nice. The Arai has D rings which I prefer...

[Lou Girardin]

The best strap system I've seen is the micro adjuster on Nolans. It's as convienient as a clip type, but the design means that it's always tightened correctly.

[bugjuice]

I prefer the clip on my old helmet (or any helmet) over a D ring at the moment, cos I'm not used to my new lid, I sometimes do it up a bit tight..

[limmy]

I've got the CF helmet. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone really. I would say for the same price I would rather buy a Shark helmet. The clip seems to be fine although I haven't crashed in it. Apart from that the helmet is a bit on the noisy side althought it doesn't fog up easily. Another thing is that the chrome bits are starting to peel off on my helmet.

In terms of weight it's definitely lighter than my X-spirit even though they are both meant to be 1300g. The liner is also softer than the x-spirit so you don't get as snuch a fit. This is something i would worry about though. It doesn't actually feel lose...just not as tight.

As I said before, for around $700 i would rather buy a Shark or lower spec Shoer or Arai.

[idb]

I've got the CF helmet. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone really. I would say for the same price I would rather buy a Shark helmet. The clip seems to be fine although I haven't crashed in it. Apart from that the helmet is a bit on the noisy side althought it doesn't fog up easily. Another thing is that the chrome bits are starting to peel off on my helmet.

In terms of weight it's definitely lighter than my X-spirit even though they are both meant to be 1300g. The liner is also softer than the x-spirit so you don't get as snuch a fit. This is something i would worry about though. It doesn't actually feel lose...just not as tight.

As I said before, for around $700 i would rather buy a Shark or lower spec Shoer or Arai.
Cheers limmy.
I'm waiting for a HJC CF helmet to come in to my local so that I can try it on.
I've been waiting for a couple of months so I'm looking forward to see what it's like.

[NinjaBoy]

I think the models above the CL-14 have D-rings. Im pretty sure the AC-11 had D-rings.

Actually I've seen both, clips and D rings on the CL-14... maybe old stock with clips as the new AC models all seem to have D rings

[limmy]

Another thing about the CF helmet is that the visor is not fitted very well to the helmet so there is this gap at the top when the visor is in the down position. OK...don't worry...water doesn't get in when it's raining but what does happen is that you get the occational piece of dust that gets through when you're riding. Trust me...this is very annoying when u're on long rides. THis also means that it gets a bit breazy if u're going fast ie 140+km/h.

[Kendog]

Had helmets with D-rings and the one I have now has a clip. The clip is quick and easy, especially if you're a bit special like me and get your gloves and stuff on, and then realise you ain't got your helmet on; but find that the clip adjusters get looser and looser and have to tighten them every couple of dozen times. Pain in the arse, not sure how good loose chin strap would be during a bin.
Mrs KD

[beyond]

Loose chin straps are a no no. Quite a few stresses involved when your scones bouncing around the road inside a hunk of Fibreglass. :(

I had a helmet with a snap lock and yes, very convenient but I could see how they could pop open when all hells breaking loose. Got myself an HJC with a D ring. Ar11 I think. Haven't looked back. It's quieter and cuts the air better, which is good on a naked bike.

D-rings are still the safest but yes, inconvenient, especially when you have forgotten to shove on some necessary clobber.

[idb]

Still waiting for my helmet to arrive.
It has been held up in a container for the last 2 or 3 months apparently.
Might have to start looking at something else soon.

[Cajun]

Not a container on my terminal, only things been here for that long are fonterra containers

[idb]

Not a container on my terminal, only things been here for that long are fonterra containers
The story the local shop has been told by the supplier is that the container on its way to the South Island was pierced by a fork lift.
Insurance has held it up until it's sorted.
They must be all away on OEs or something I think!

[MikeyG]

I've got a HJC AC10.

It's got D rings.

I find that the visor fogs if I close it for around town riding. I usually leave it 1 or more clicks open. It's my first helmet so I can't compare to anything else.