Helmet advice for the person who had a helmet stolen

**James Deuce** · 18th April 2009, 19:55

Originally Posted by jrandom

So. Before I go and get another bleck XR-1000, anyone with a Shoei head got any suggestions for other helmets that I should check out? How about that crâbon fibré HJC thing?

My HQ-1 is superb. No aerodynamic lift or buffeting, washable liner, passable anti-fog when combined with the breath guard (you can get pinlock visors for them now), and O so comfortable to wear all day.

Only bugger with it is the wind noise, but ear plugs fix that.

**jrandom** · 18th April 2009, 19:57

Originally Posted by James Deuce

Only bugger with it is the wind noise...

Mm. XR-1000s are pretty bad for that too, y'know.

I might 'ave to try an HQ-1 on fer size.

**riffer** · 18th April 2009, 20:01

Well I recommend my Multitec of course.

It's a bit noisy but. But the included Whisper kit comes in handy come winter time.

**AllanB** · 18th April 2009, 20:02

He used the 'N' word...............

There are some scum out there unfortunately. I'll never understand the stealing of another persons goodies.

Do thieves get pissed off if they are burgled?

I have a HJC and like it - good value as well. I had a look at those CF HJC's - nice helmet. But I have a policy of wearing a helmet with bright graphics for safety reasons.

Check your insurance excess - it may be worth claiming a new lid & gloves under your contents insurance - this covers clothing.

**James Deuce** · 18th April 2009, 20:05

Originally Posted by rosie631

HJC not noisey

Noise is generally due to a combination of factors, but noise reduction on a race helmet like an HQ-1 isn't a priority.

**YellowDog** · 18th April 2009, 20:21

Hey JR, sorry to hear your bad news. Right on your door step eh! I can see why you are angry.

I got a great pair of gloves from Quasi. I have two HJCs and one Nolan flip helmet. Once you get used to a flip helmet you are unlikely to want to go back to a full-face (except on the track). I got my Nolan for less than half the NZ store price from eBay.com, but I am sure you will conclude your informed decision once you have done the rounds.

Don’t discount the new Givi; the efficiency of the air vent system is like nothing else I have seen.
Good luck.

**_STAIN_** · 18th April 2009, 20:42

Originally Posted by jrandom

How about that crâbon fibré HJC thing?

I have HJC Carbon, unusually noisy helmet, and yes I always wear plugs. Is a race helmet, very drafty, dries the eyes. Fell that the Carbon may be more echo'e than Fiberglass. It was the only one in the current range that suits a round eye head. Not a nice touring helmet, looking for something better.

**YellowDog** · 18th April 2009, 21:01

Originally Posted by jrandom

Anyhoo, this flip-front idea interests me. Anyone want to comment at greater length on their experiences therewith?

It may take a while to get off the N-word. For what it is worth (and as a foreigner I don't know too much) I understood the NZ term Nigger to refer to a specific brutal gang member affiliation and has nothing to do with skin colour; hence the Kiwi term nigger = not a nice person and worthy of such a gang?

Anyway back to the Flip-up helmets, the gimmick phase has long since passed and they have now proven themselves to be serious players. I have had my Nolan N-102 Comm for almost 2 years. There are all kinds of accessories available for it; particularly of interest to me was the in-built headset compartment so you don't leave a dent in your head.

They now claim to be as strong as a full face helmet (I doubt if they are) but the convenience of being able to get fuel without removing your helmet and ride at slow speeds with the flip up, make it very versatile.

**98tls** · 18th April 2009, 21:09

Originally Posted by YellowDog

It may take a while to get off the N-word. For what it is worth (and as a foreigner I don't know too much) I understood the NZ term Nigger to specifically refer to specific brutal gang member affiliation and has nothing to do with skin colour; hence the Kiwi term nigger = not a nice person and worthy of such a gang?

Anyway back to the Flip-up helmets, the gimmick phase has long since passed and they have now proven themselves to be serious players. I have had my Nolan N-102 Comm for almost 2 years. There are all kinds of accessories available for it; particularly of interest to me was the in-built headset compartment so you don't leave a dent in your head.

They now claim to be as strong as a full face helmet (I doubt if they are) but the convenience of being able to get fuel without removing your helmet and ride at slow speeds with the flip up, make it very versatile.

Have read a few articles on the new ones and the testers did indeed like them,the old one i still have was bloody noisey but that aside it was convenient.

**_STAIN_** · 18th April 2009, 21:10

Originally Posted by jrandom

Anyhoo, this flip-front idea interests me. Anyone want to comment at greater length on their experiences therewith?

Flip-fronts have crap safety standards, manufactures cheat to get around these. The mechanism takes away reasonable side impact protection, where majority of impacts happens. If you have a $10 head you won't need a quality helmet....

**jrandom** · 18th April 2009, 21:13

Groovy. So:

- The crâbon fibré HJC is draughty and noisy. No go. Which is good. I didn't really want to buy that helmet anyway. Too many bad memories.

- The non-crâbon fibré HQ-1 ($50 cheaper than the XR-1000) is awesome.

- Flip-fronts are heavy, but also kinda awesome. And presumably the Multitec is the current knee plus ultra of flipfronts?

Further comments?

Does any brand other than Shoeis and HJCs fit Shoei heads?

**McJim** · 18th April 2009, 21:14

I tried a Shoei on once - fitted like a helmet should - however was too much for my modest pocket.

I have an HJC as seen in my profile pic. It's doesn't try to tear your head off when you exceed 200kph and the wind noise is so negligible that I don't need ear plugs. The visor comes with an anti-fog film as standard (Star Wars I think) and a huge breath guard.

Vent controls are easy to operate even with winter gloves on.

It cost less than $400 from memory....

**MsKABC** · 18th April 2009, 21:15

Well I own an HJC HQ1, as did my husband before he replaced it with a Shoei XR1000. But I wouldn't give you an opinion on either because I think you're a disgusting cretin.

**3umph** · 18th April 2009, 21:16

I have a HJC FS10 carbon...

it has the flip down shades built in...

it is a bit nosier BUT... it is a different pitch noise... as on the daytona with carbon pipe I use to get a ringing in my ears on a long ride with my HJC clsp but with the carbon I do not.... I dont wear ear plugs

The only downfall I have with it is the lack of really good ventilation and on stinking hot days it gets quite stuffy...

Its light and easy on the neck in those windy conditions as well