Coolest helmet graphic [Archive]

bert_is_evil

15th May 2007, 16:56

sAsLEX

15th May 2007, 16:59

most would pick their helmets on fit/function over form at a rough guess.......

bert_is_evil

15th May 2007, 17:00

True, but once you know what size and style you are getting you then have the option of chosing the colour/graphic

Pumba

15th May 2007, 17:01

most would pick their helmets on fit/function over form at a rough guess.......

You would be correct but it has to look good when you sit it on the table at the Cafe

Rosie

15th May 2007, 17:04

Get the one with flames on.
Mmmm... fire.... :shifty:

yod

15th May 2007, 17:09

im a plain colour or simple graphic man (but you didnt really have an option for both)

im not really into the bright colours and wild graphics meself, and I'd rather have my own helmet than a copy of someone elses (altho some are pretty sweet)

and, as already stated above - i try try try until i find a nice comfy fit, then choose from the range of colours/graphics they have

with my old nolan i actually removed most of the stickers cos i didnt like 'em, the new one (arriving shortly from the US) is a plain graphite - i really like the matt finishes that are out there these days too

Edit: if i had to pick one of the 4 you have up there, i'd go for the first or the third (have i made your mind up for ya? lol)

vifferman

15th May 2007, 17:10

Apart from the shit helmets I had in the "old days", I've chosen only two based on graphics. One was when I bought my VF500, and the dealer gave me a discount on helmet and boots. The AGV he had in my size was nice, but it didn't match the red/white/blue of the bike, so he got another from the importer in another colour scheme for me.
I replaced that with a black/silver/gold one when I had my black VFR (with gold and silver accents). That helmet was replaced with one bought secondhand, and it was just luck that being multicoloured (with some red in it) it went OK with the red FahrtSturm, and the blue in it matched the blue in the VifFerraRi.
Sort of.

I'll probably just get something blue-ish next, or maybe silverish.

The problem with doing the colour-matching thing is you can end up out of whack. I decided to buy some Spidi Pro-1 gloves in black/yellow/white to match my black VFR and black/silver/gold helmet, but they looked really crap when I got my red Teknic jacket, and even worse with the red bike.

Best bet is to stick with black, I guess.

I'd like a Rossi-replica helmet, but I've gone off AGVs. I love the features, but they don't fit my head shape very well.

Then there's the "Don't buy a $50 helmet unless you have a $50 head!" crapola (started, I believe, by Bell losing sales to cheaper brands). My head has been over-capitalised for years. If only I could find a helmet for $50....

Trudes

15th May 2007, 19:10

I like the first one or the second one!!! Nice!!!!
Hey mine arrived today, holy shite!! They look so much nicer in person!
Good luck with the decision Chicky!

NhuanH

15th May 2007, 19:24

Ahhh, Arai. You'll never go back.

The Haga flame jobbie (#3) would be my pick of the 4 you've put up :Punk:

Toaster

15th May 2007, 19:41

Toaster likes this one............

bert_is_evil

15th May 2007, 19:44

Toaster likes this one............

Mrs Kendog just got that one! That's the shape that doesn't suit my head tho.

Toaster

15th May 2007, 19:46

Mrs Kendog just got that one! That's the shape that doesn't suit my head tho.

Cool, will have to go introduce myself then and check out her head.

bert_is_evil

15th May 2007, 19:51

Neither of these are her

Trudes

15th May 2007, 20:05

Neither of these are her

This is me.

I love my new helmet so much I wear it all the time.

See.....

Kendog

15th May 2007, 20:08

This is me.

You look funny :p

TS99

15th May 2007, 20:08

Dents, dings, scratches.... used!!! Perfect!

k14

15th May 2007, 20:14

For road riding i like to have a funky one. For racing I just get the cheapest shoei I can lay my hands on. Plain is normally that one, so just go for blue or black.

Black Bandit

15th May 2007, 20:18

When you're after a lid, get the one that fits the best, then the one that looks the best ... in that order. If I must have a replica, it would be the one that looked the best, unless I thought that the rider concerned was a cunt.

wildcat_lgf

15th May 2007, 20:21

The 3rd one looks good, although the retro 4th one is equally so

...my favourite at the moment though:

Flat white with Gold :love:

MidnightMike

15th May 2007, 20:25

I usually go for a cheap one.

Go the third, it looks nuts.

Black Bandit

15th May 2007, 20:27

...my favourite at the moment though:

Flat white with Gold :love:

Nice. :Punk:

So, do you have to pay a premium for a replica graphic over say, a standard graphic?

Coyote

15th May 2007, 20:32

Flat white with Gold :love:
Shit, what is that? Looks great.

My last Helmet purchase was chosen cause it was the nicest looking of all the cheap helmets. In fact I thought it was nicer looking than even the more expensive helmets. It fit fairly well of course but comfort and low wind noise are a luxury that I had to do without.

I suggest: if in doubt, go for the one with flames.

Disco Dan

15th May 2007, 20:50

Once I got the right shape helmet, got the right size. I looked through the designs. Chose the "patriot" design. Go England! ;)

I like that not many people have it.. and just luv the design.

Lissa

15th May 2007, 20:54

My helmet is my avatar. Its called Paranoia... bit like me really. :p I chose it because it stands out (safety reasons) and its a little different, and I just liked the graphics on it. Good Luck finding your helmet Kelly:)

BTW I quite like the third one... flames!!!
And Nice helmet Trudes... cant wait to see it in person, looks cool.

yod

15th May 2007, 21:07

yod

15th May 2007, 21:22

The 3rd one looks good, although the retro 4th one is equally so

...my favourite at the moment though:

Flat white with Gold :love:

holy shit!! now thats what you call original...i like! is it worth a small fortune? what brand?

yod

15th May 2007, 21:27

here's my new one by the way (graphite Nolan N102 (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1052343&postcount=11)) and the new one i got for the wife (KBC)

skelstar

15th May 2007, 21:28

I will be very annoyed if you buy the orange one :angry: ...its my favourite :love:

<img src="http://www.motorhelmets.com/pics-general/helmets-street-arai-rx7-corsair-graphics-tommy-gun-2006.jpg">

I also like the KBC ones ... you may have any of those if you like.

<img src="http://www.motoxoutlet.com/ProductImages/helmets/kbc/83-9030.jpg">

limbimtimwim

15th May 2007, 21:29

Because retro IS SO NOW!!

Quartermile

15th May 2007, 21:35

Depends what matches your leathers, or textiles or alike

Colapop

15th May 2007, 21:41

As long as the fit, feel and aerodynamics were good and it was just about graphic.. I'd want one that has the look of pant being burnt off the outside like if the inside were too hot and it leaves patches... I can't find a pic... but if you imagine real hard....

NordieBoy

15th May 2007, 22:06

Where's the option for Black?

wildcat_lgf

15th May 2007, 22:12

holy shit!! now thats what you call original...i like! is it worth a small fortune? what brand?

Yeah I just got the email today from the supplier. The brand is "Marushin" it was a japanese brand which was bought by German company in the 80's I think. They sponsored many MotoGP or Superbike riders (can't remember which) incl the only woman to ride 250cc class.

Its a limited edition which runs out end of this month...I could put an order through if people were interested but they are about EURO$100 ea wholesale +shipping (minimum order and all)

If you bought one retail, probably looking around the $400 mark?

bert_is_evil

15th May 2007, 22:30

The problem with doing the colour-matching thing is you can end up out of whack. I decided to buy some Spidi Pro-1 gloves in black/yellow/white to match my black VFR and black/silver/gold helmet, but they looked really crap when I got my red Teknic jacket, and even worse with the red bike.

I love the one with the flames :love: but you're right it would be a mismatch.

Interestingly no one has voted that the get a replica of their favourite riders helmet. And here I was thinking that I was being shallow in wanting a pretty one.

bert_is_evil

15th May 2007, 22:32

For road riding i like to have a funky one. For racing I just get the cheapest shoei I can lay my hands on. Plain is normally that one, so just go for blue or black.

Why? Is it not the done thing to have a helmet with graphics when racing? Or do you not want to mess it up in a bin?

skelstar

15th May 2007, 22:32

Interestingly no one has voted that the get a replica of their favourite riders helmet. And here I was thinking that I was being shallow in wanting a pretty one.
Hmmm...I got a replica, but wasn't a fave rider or nuffin. Just liked the design.

Who's your favourite then?

bert_is_evil

15th May 2007, 22:34

Rider? no idea - I don't have sky.

boomer

15th May 2007, 22:34

i like my haga replica... quite apt at the moment!

go for Edwards #5 mate.. looks cool!

here's my baby

Big Dog

15th May 2007, 22:36

Um, there is usually only one colour available in my size.
Just as well that is usually black not pink.

skelstar

15th May 2007, 22:39

I don't have Sky either...bittorrent.

Always liked the Edwards Aria

<img src="http://static.blogo.it/motoblog/RX7CORSAIR_EdwardsWhite.jpg">

bert_is_evil

15th May 2007, 22:41

I like that one too but on closer inspection I think it has some sneaky stripes on the back to match the stars on the top *shudder*. I could cover it up with a couple of kb stickers....

Comes in yellow too

skelstar

15th May 2007, 22:45

Have a look at a thread called "Prettty Helmets" (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=29544&highlight=Prettty+Helmets)...hang on will find for you.

Heres the gallery (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/image_browser.php?do=view&threadid=29544) from said thread.

Disco Dan

15th May 2007, 23:41

I'd want one that has the look of pant being burnt off the outside like if the inside were too hot and it leaves patches... I can't find a pic... but if you imagine real hard....

Brain hurts. I need a picture.

Big Dog

16th May 2007, 00:15

Brain hurts. I need a picture.

Let me get this straight. You want a photo of Colopops "pant being burnt off the outside"?

You sick bastard.

skidMark

16th May 2007, 01:01

You would be correct but it has to look good when you sit it on the table at the Cafe

Cafe

where yo from mate remuera or ponsonby?

gotta have a helmet that looks nice while u sip ur latte? most of those fags wear open faces.

just taking the piss lol

for me it just depends on the helmet, i'm all for great graphics but if the helmets shit i'd rather have an ugly helmet, thatll actually save my head.

i really like the craft replicas of the old simpsons but i also like the shoei paranoia xr1000

i will try the craft on, but i like shoeis, for thier safety etc, but i will definately try the craft to see which is better fit but i think i might choose quality over looks at the end of the day, i might splash out and get a shoei x sprit i would get arai but arai nz supplier is shit, and i don't have an arai head,

basic rule is ur either a shoei head or an arai head should head people also like hjc's.

the useless things u learn selling helmets in a motorbike shop huh.

heres some pics.

BarryG

16th May 2007, 05:06

I'm not too fussed about all the colours on many current helmets, I have to say. I've usually just bought plain white and decorated myself, either paint or tape/decals, although that's a bit limiting due to the naff selection of suitable stick-on stuff you can buy. Current iteration below.
I'd like a racer rep, but old ones, Read, Hailwood, Ago, etc., - the problem being I feel like I'd have to ride like them and feel completely wank never being able to. I like the Colin one, tho', simple and classic. Could live without the stars, true - and there's an AGV I like which looks really nice but has a pretty obvious USA flag spoiling it. Mind you, I probably wouldn't feel that way if it was the NZ flag :yes:
Cheers
Barry

Toaster

16th May 2007, 13:10

My helmet is my avatar. Its called Paranoia... bit like me really. :p

Paranoia huh? Hmmmmmmm.......... nice helmet by the way :rockon:

Chrislost

16th May 2007, 14:18

i prefer to pick one that dosnt realllly stand out but is not quite plain either.
eg...

bert_is_evil

16th May 2007, 14:20

Those are some good reflective strips you have on your jacket, can't really see the helmet unfortunately!

Street Gerbil

16th May 2007, 18:26

Plain carbon fiber weave beats graphics. However people say that solid bright red is much more noticeable and therefore safer.

Patch

16th May 2007, 19:29

who really cares, being picky about colours is a girly thing

:stoogie:

slowpoke

17th May 2007, 07:41

I've been deliberating (for over 6 months) on what sort of hemet to buy. Mrs Kendog has kindly put me in contact with someone that will do free shipping from the US, however I still can't decide. I'm interested in knowing how people choose their replica helmets - do you chose based on the rider regardless of how ugly it is, or based on the look? Votes please....

Jaysus, how hard can it be? Do you honestly need someone else to tell you what you like? Or do you trust someone elses taste over your own?

If you like the replica's, buy one
If you like the graphic jobs, buy one
If you like the plain ones, buy one
If you like 'em all, buy the one you like best
If you like 'em all but can't choose, then go for a plain one 'cos they are cheaper
If you can't even choose which colour you like best then get someone to give you a good clip 'round the ear 'cos that's pathetic

NZsarge

17th May 2007, 09:42

This is me.

I love my new helmet so much I wear it all the time.

See.....

:laugh: ....:niceone:

bert_is_evil

17th May 2007, 09:47

Jaysus, how hard can it be? Do you honestly need someone else to tell you what you like? Or do you trust someone elses taste over your own?

If you like the replica's, buy one
If you like the graphic jobs, buy one
If you like the plain ones, buy one
If you like 'em all, buy the one you like best
If you like 'em all but can't choose, then go for a plain one 'cos they are cheaper
If you can't even choose which colour you like best then get someone to give you a good clip 'round the ear 'cos that's pathetic

Of course if you wanna wear what someone else l

Hmm, if you had actually read my post (which you quoted) I said "I'm interested in knowing how people choose their replica helmets", at no time did I say "I wan't you to tell me how you chose your helmet so I can chose mine the same way".

I didn't specifically ask anyone to tell me which one they liked the best but as it happens people have, which is great - it's no different from chatting about which bike you think looks the best (or perhaps you think that's pathetic too?). I think you'll find a large percentage of the threads on this forum are people chatting about what they do and don't like, not purely requests for and replies with hard information.

The fact is I've been thinking about getting a new one for a while (whilst saving the money for one) which made me wonder how people choose - I haven't spent the last 6 months sitting in a room thinking solely about this, I do have a life.

NZsarge

17th May 2007, 09:53

would'nt do a rep lid...unless it had the number 46 on it :yes: i like the first one myself....damn i want a new helmet.

skelstar

17th May 2007, 10:00

I'll be pretty dissapointed if you don't get the Edwards lid BIE.

bert_is_evil

17th May 2007, 10:24

Yeah I like that one, would have to cover up the us flag tho, would prob use some of that reflective tape that looks black in the daylight. I also like the gibernau (sp?).

Templar

17th May 2007, 11:47

Best helmet ever... personally I prefer full face but this guy's helmet beats any fancy replicas you guys have posted.

:yes:

bert_is_evil

17th May 2007, 11:49

That rocks. I wonder if he has hoof gloves to go with it

Templar

17th May 2007, 11:56

How about this one, I'm not really into graphics and prefer a solid color or minimalist design, but this one I really like :)

Templar

17th May 2007, 11:58

Bit off topic, but how do you think this guy picks his helmet?? So hard case :niceone:

bert_is_evil

17th May 2007, 11:59

awww cute dog!

CM2005

17th May 2007, 12:11

two cool options, buy the HAGA 41!! helmet, or buy a white one and get it custom painted.

NordieBoy

17th May 2007, 17:59

awww cute dog!

That's the Bitch!

:D

slowpoke

18th May 2007, 00:19

Hmm, if you had actually read my post (which you quoted) I said "I'm interested in knowing how people choose their replica helmets", at no time did I say "I wan't you to tell me how you chose your helmet so I can chose mine the same way".

I didn't specifically ask anyone to tell me which one they liked the best but as it happens people have, which is great - it's no different from chatting about which bike you think looks the best (or perhaps you think that's pathetic too?). I think you'll find a large percentage of the threads on this forum are people chatting about what they do and don't like, not purely requests for and replies with hard information.

The fact is I've been thinking about getting a new one for a while (whilst saving the money for one) which made me wonder how people choose - I haven't spent the last 6 months sitting in a room thinking solely about this, I do have a life.

Apologies if I caused offence, but the question has no answer: how do you explain personal taste...and how relevant is one persons personal taste to another?

Personally, I couldn't care less if someone doesn't like my bike/riding gear/choice of accessories, 'cos they are purchased with my needs/taste in mind and designed for my sole enjoyment, no one elses.

I'd love to have a pocketful of cash to go and buy bike stuff...I'd revel in it...and couldn't think of anything worse than to have bystanders (strangers no less) offer their largely irrelevant opinions.

But each to their own, good luck with your hunt.

Sanx

18th May 2007, 07:20

Flat white with Gold :love:

Won't that design have people constantly questioning your sexuality?

Chose the "patriot" design. Go England!

My choice too :Punk:

sAsLEX

18th May 2007, 07:47

two cool options, buy the HAGA 41!! helmet, or buy a white one and get it custom painted.

Got a spare $800 and can wait a few months............

petefish675

19th September 2007, 14:49

For me, first thing is fit/comfort. I'm an Arai fan, best lid around. But each to their own.
As far as graphics go, this is in my opinion the coolest looking helmet around at the moment, and Rossi is a God!

crazybigal

19th September 2007, 14:53

mate go with what fits!!!
i fell in love with the KBC airborne (the one with the chick) like a war plane.
Finally found one and it was the worst helmet i have ever put on my big fat head!!!
get a plain one and spend the $$$ on getting an airbrush job or some graphics

skelstar

19th September 2007, 14:57

As far as graphics go, this is in my opinion the coolest looking helmet around at the moment, and Rossi is a God!

Welcome to the site dude. Darkman has just bought one of these and it IS a sexy lid for sure.

Happybug

19th September 2007, 15:23

got a shoei with red swirls (reminds me of maori koru's). Besides, it matchs my motorbike LOL

Big Dave

20th September 2007, 09:44

Don't buy if from the US. - Get it locally - from an authorised and trained ARAI fitting agent.
You get recourse, warranty and local backup.

ARAI have introduced this service since this thread was started.

avgas

20th September 2007, 10:09

matt black isnt plain

quallman1234

20th September 2007, 10:19

I liked my old old helmet. (2nd one)
However my old helmet was bad luck!. (1st one)

How many helmets have u guys been tho?
3 So far for me! in 6 months. (Including lots of racing tho)

jrandom

20th September 2007, 10:40

my old helmet was bad luck!

Nah, man, I think you just had some porridge on your tyres ;)

quallman1234

20th September 2007, 10:59

Nah, man, I think you just had some porridge on your tyres ;)

Hehe.
I do like porridge but still i couldnt of spilled porridge on two different bikes right?

I managed too low side twice and high side once in it.
It offically lasted just two months! :lol:.
The problem is it was really really comfy! So im going to miss it.

chris norman

12th October 2007, 16:36

I've got an AGV t-tech one of the Rossi replicas I liked the graphics first and then the helmet. Seems to me bright graphics are an attention grabber. This has to be good on the road plus its a cool looking helmet. I guess you run the risk of being accused of being a G.P groupie but hey I'm not responsible for what other people think just myself. Cheers

thehollowmen

12th October 2007, 18:24

http://www.helmetguy.com/gallery/Skull-motorcycle-helmet

notasothers

12th October 2007, 18:45

Dave McEwen @ tattoo freaky done some really cool airbrushing on a jet ski a few years back... there might be some pics at www.tattoofreaky.co.nz

If you want to stand out get something custom.
90% of riding is about being the fastest, the rest is looking cooler than everyone else.