Shoei Helmets

**LaggCity** · 3rd May 2006, 18:32

HI Y'

all giving up on my very noisy and now loose HJC helmet, will prob look at a Shoei, anyone know where I can get them cheapest in auckland Hamilton...cheers

**Hitcher** · 3rd May 2006, 18:45

Bugger the local suppliers. Buy from the USA by mailorder. Get your Shoei in three days, not eight weeks.

http://www.helmetcity.com/Merchant2/...OVMTC=standard

**Cajun** · 3rd May 2006, 19:14

I found my RAID II, is louder wind noise, and build quality is same as my hjc cl12 which i put about 60,000 and 4 years worth of use.

And the hjc is half the price of shoei, I know RAID I were okay, i just do't think the RAID II is up to same standard, and since the RAID II is pretty much an old model RF1000.

I won't be buying a shoei personally again.

and BTW ebay is your friend, my wife got her helmet from states with in 5 days, since she needs an xs, and nz didn't have any and would only get a black in xs, and had to wait 3+ months.

Go figure, and around half price here

**CBRAero** · 3rd May 2006, 19:20

Ebay for new RF1000 no graphics for about $400 delivered.

**Big Dave** · 3rd May 2006, 19:22

Auckland Motorcycles and Power Sports have a good range in stock. Lou will look after you.

Motomail has a good range in stock.
(Chris can do interst free terms on purchases over 5 hundy)

I represent the importer Whites powersports and can confirm availability and time frames if you want something not on the shelves.

You also have recourse with warranty and service if purchased locally.

**jonbuoy** · 3rd May 2006, 20:54

And you can see if it fits you properly...................

**Big Dave** · 3rd May 2006, 21:26

My X-spirit is the nicest hat I've ever worn - even counting my Akubra Bronco.

Shoei-san likes my work too ;-)

**Felicks** · 3rd May 2006, 21:29

After speaking to mates who had been riding bikes longer than I, I bought an XR1000. Cost me $500 less 10% for cash 18 months ago. It's only plain black but who really cares. I find it light and the wind noise quite acceptable..

Of particular interest to me was the fact that when I wear glasses, they slide in perfectly and stay put. I tried HJC's and Arai helmets and I struggled to get my glasses on. Might be worth considering if you wear glasses or sunnies.

**Hitcher** · 3rd May 2006, 21:39

Originally Posted by Big Dave

My X-spirit is the nicest hat I've ever worn - even counting my Akubra Bronco.

It would be nice to be able to try an X-spirit for fit some time. Maybe next time I'm in Australia...

**LaggCity** · 3rd May 2006, 21:47

Originally Posted by Felicks

After speaking to mates who had been riding bikes longer than I, I bought an XR1000. Cost me $500 less 10% for cash 18 months ago. It's only plain black but who really cares. I find it light and the wind noise quite acceptable..

Of particular interest to me was the fact that when I wear glasses, they slide in perfectly and stay put. I tried HJC's and Arai helmets and I struggled to get my glasses on. Might be worth considering if you wear glasses or sunnies.

Yeah I wear Glasses as well and I think that is where I may have made a mistake, bought the helmet so the glasses could go on easy, now with a bit of wear the helmet is sloppy and the wind noise is terrible, have to wear ear plugs all the time, thanks to everyone for the advice.
One thing for sure I am going to take a lot longer on this choice ,trying different brands its such an individual thing shape of head glasses etc

**Big Dave** · 3rd May 2006, 21:57

Originally Posted by Hitcher

It would be nice to be able to try an X-spirit for fit some time. Maybe next time I'm in Australia...

I always enjoy a good tyre kickin' at MCA in Church St, Parramatta too.

**Lou Girardin** · 4th May 2006, 08:30

We have a full size range of Raid 2s and XR1000 at AMPS now. Don't know for how long though.
We also get annoyed at the lack of availability of stock from importers. They're all guilty too, not just Whites.

**Devil** · 4th May 2006, 10:21

Courtesy of Forbes and Davies/Metzeler I won an FFM M7.
Here's some features:
Lightweight (1350gm)
Easy to change visor
Removable/washable padding.
Good looking (mine in silver)
Easy to use Front Vent (push to open, push to close).
Appears quieter than my HJC CL-14 (which was a fairly quiet helmet anway).
Replacement visor: $45
New Zealand made
Retail $230.
Go try one.

**F5 Dave** · 4th May 2006, 12:36

NZ Made?

[insert Tui add]
Slightly assembled from korea maybe. . .

All brands have several models. The cheap ones not so good, the flash ones are better. My slightly old model HJC (erm, can't remember, AC11, or maybe that is my Dirt HJC) is pretty damn good. I still prefer my Arai, but HJC are a great brand in thier upper range models.