Being a helmet nazi...

**Forest** · 16th March 2008, 13:09

Originally Posted by Fooman

http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/ge...iew/index.html

You're welcome,

FM

That's a really good article. Thanks!

**fizbin** · 16th March 2008, 13:22

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...773089.htm?p=1
are these any good i see alot of people wearing them?
do they meet nz standards if not then should the trader be even selling them

**Richard Mc F** · 16th March 2008, 13:27

I have seen them.............excrement

**FJRider** · 16th March 2008, 14:13

Originally Posted by Virago

So they get stolen by weirdos...?

And worn by... (my opinion )

**Bonez** · 16th March 2008, 14:33

The FFM Tourpro II I just bought conforms to the ECE 22.05
A bit about it here-
http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcyc.../ece-22-05.htm

**Romeo** · 16th March 2008, 14:43

Well, my FFM M7 has the same standard as that one - and I bought mine from a shop. So I presume it's legal in NZ?

Mine's ECER22.05

**James Deuce** · 16th March 2008, 14:49

Originally Posted by fizbin

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...773089.htm?p=1
are these any good i see alot of people wearing them?
do they meet nz standards if not then should the trader be even selling them

NZ uses the Australian helmet standards model. Google it.

Now what did we say before? Fit is more important than anything.

If you can't try before you buy, don't buy it. The only helmet I would buy off the Internet is from a reputable dealer and a model and size of helmet I've used previously.

Fit is everything. Fit. Fit. Fit.

**Bonez** · 16th March 2008, 14:53

Originally Posted by FJRider

Its YOUR head. YOU choose what you wrap around it. If YOU risk YOUR life in search of a "bargain" ....

Yeah and if the cheaper helmet comforms to exactly to the same standard and is a good fit?

This it a reality some folks don't seem to be able to get their heads around. Excuse the pun.

**Robbo** · 16th March 2008, 16:47

Originally Posted by FJRider

I believe second hand underwear has the same appeal, as a second hand helmet.

What's your point here? We are talking about new helmets for sale on Trademe, not second hand.
If you are obviously wealthy enough to spend mega-bucks on your helmet with a "Brand" on it, then good luck to you. Unfortunately not everyone is so lucky and they may have to shop around to find the best price for a good helmet and this is where Trademe can sometimes help, and again, i am referring to Brand New, Not Second Hand.
The same can be said about the bikes that they can afford to ride..

**James Deuce** · 16th March 2008, 17:06

Originally Posted by Robbo

What's your point here? We are talking about new helmets for sale on Trademe, not second hand.
If you are obviously wealthy enough to spend mega-bucks on your helmet with a "Brand" on it, then good luck to you. Unfortunately not everyone is so lucky and they may have to shop around to find the best price for a good helmet and this is where Trademe can sometimes help, and again, i am referring to Brand New, Not Second Hand.
The same can be said about the bikes that they can afford to ride..

You have a point, but you MUST try one on before you buy. A bad fitting $2000 helmet does the same job as a bad fitting $50 helmet. A perfect fitting $50 beats a bad fitting $2000 helmet hands down, any day.

**Nick from the nick** · 16th March 2008, 18:18

Just how are the standards set and what are the tests, is it anything like the BS kite mark stanards that are in the uk, and with all the best will in the world newbies don't seem to realize you only get 1 chance with your head, so they go cheap every time.
Is carbon fibre any better than polycarbinate/plastic when it comes to helmets ?? I like my carbon fibre lighter and i think safer

**Bonez** · 16th March 2008, 18:30

Originally Posted by Nick from the nick

Just how are the standards set and what are the tests, is it anything like the BS kite mark stanards that are in the uk, and with all the best will in the world newbies don't seem to realize you only get 1 chance with your head, so they go cheap every time.
Is carbon fibre any better than polycarbinate/plastic when it comes to helmets ?? I like my carbon fibre lighter and i think safer

Just read the links about helmet tests and find out. The foam compaction (less g's, within reason, to compress= better protection according to experts) on the inside is a big factor and ability for the shell to flex and not delaminate.

**James Deuce** · 16th March 2008, 18:48

I should post it again, shouldn't I? Hey look! No need. It's at the top of the page in a quote bubble!

**Bonez** · 16th March 2008, 18:50

I vote the link be put in a sticky in the gear section. So it doesn't get lost. Along with links to other standards helmets are subject to in this country.

**James Deuce** · 16th March 2008, 19:16

Originally Posted by Bonez

I vote the link be put in a sticky in the gear section. So it doesn't get lost. Along with links to other standards helmets are subject to in this country.

I've requested rights to post it in the Wiki. Just waiting for Motorcyclist to get back to me.