Shark Helmets

**Street Gerbil** · 1st December 2006, 16:10

I think Shoei are overhyped and Sharks are ugly.
Before committing to anything have a look at HJC Ac-12 Carbon. I have one and I love it (haven't tried it in a crash yet though). So far imo the only disadvantage is "HJC" written in prominent letters.

**Trudes** · 1st December 2006, 16:33

Ok, don't quote me on this, but you could be right there bigal, when I was in TSS a week or so ago (Since Kerry started there) I'm sure I saw some Shark helmets. But as I say, can't be sure because for once I wasn't trying them on! May be worth a look though.

**Dafe** · 1st December 2006, 16:39

Originally Posted by Colapop

I've got a Shark RSF2. I like it. I haven't tried landing on my head so I'm not sure if that aspect works. As said though good graphics too.
http://www.shark-helmets.com/

Coincidently - I did try out that aspect of the Shark Helmet. An RSX model.

I was riding on Manfield travelling around 100kph from a corner and I lost the back and highsided. I did a nice big ballistic missile projectory from the bike before slamming head first square into the concrete, followed by three head over heels rolls. Somehow incredibly, I didn't break my neck.

The helmet was fantastic. No damage to the external shell, only damage to the graphics and still then, only in a 50 cent piece sized area.
The helmet is toast as the crumple zone did it's one off job well and besides it was 100KG slamming this helmet from behind at 100kph.

Needless to say - I love Shark helmets. I've now had more experiences with them than most others and I rate their Crash Protection highly.

I think they're that comfortable and reliable that I have 4 Sharks in my wardrobe, and no other brands. See below.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...3&postcount=19

**Dafe** · 1st December 2006, 16:42

Originally Posted by Mrs Kendog

Ok, don't quote me on this, but you could be right there bigal, when I was in TSS a week or so ago (Since Kerry started there) I'm sure I saw some Shark helmets. But as I say, can't be sure because for once I wasn't trying them on! May be worth a look though.

You'd be Right!

TSS does have a Shark stand. Where ever Kerry goes - Shark goes!

Kerry was offered a job to work for the Shark helmet distributor in Auckland, obviously declining because of the Auckland part.
Kerry has a very good relationship with Shark and can come up with some pretty sharp deals in the Shark helmet range.

**Dafe** · 1st December 2006, 16:48

Originally Posted by crazybigal

well isnt kerry from sawyers ment to be working at TSS now?
i got my shark from him, but at the time i went into TSS and the dude said and i quote "we dont sell shark and never will they are crap" hmmm we will see!

Bwahahahahahaha!!!

I bet they once said they wouldn't sell Harley Davidson's either!

**bell** · 1st December 2006, 16:49

Originally Posted by McJim

I don't have earplugs coz I've never felt the need. I've never had the guts to ask this question until now though:

Are the earplugs to stop the wind noise or to stop the engine noise from damaging your eardrums?

Once I get to about 70kph I can't hear my engine over the sound of the wind any more...and the wind sound doesn't bother me too much.

Biggest favour you'll ever do yourself is to get earplugs and use them consistently, ie. 5 minute ride down tothe shops and back - don't bother...2 hrs in the saddle at highway speeds - do bother with them.
Find a pair that fits you best and get into the habit.
Why do I bother writing this? Cos I'm moderately to profoundly deaf (across the frequency range). I can't afford to lose any more hearing; communication is already pretty difficult in too many situations.

Ride safe this weekend folks.

**Colapop** · 1st December 2006, 16:53

Originally Posted by Dafe

...The helmet is toast as the crumple zone did it's one off job well and besides it was 100KG slamming this helmet from behind at 100kph....

I don't know that your saviour was solely your helmet (as much as I reccomend Shark helmets) - I suspect it had something to do with your incredibly thick PI skull too!!

p/t

**Toaster** · 1st December 2006, 16:54

Originally Posted by McJim

All helmets sold in NZ must conform to Australian standards - which are quite high. Where your money goes in the big $$ helmets is weight reduction and sound reduction, not always better protection.

Shark seems good value though.

Really helpful thanks!

**Dafe** · 1st December 2006, 16:57

Originally Posted by Colapop

I don't know that your saviour was solely your helmet (as much as I reccomend Shark helmets) - I suspect it had something to do with your incredibly thick PI skull too!!

p/t

Hey Fro!!! - Coconuts breaks too ifs you smashes thems hard enuffs bro!

Nothing wrong with an extra crash helmet eh!