Helmets for small heads

deniska · 05-27-2005

I've read a bunch of threads on helmets, and quite a few articles... but still need help. I also went to a couple of dealers, but helmet selections are ****.

I have small head -- one of my helmets is Medium (full face), and it's just a little loose. My half helmet is small, and fits fine, but is a little large (large shell, lots of padding). With some of the brands I try, XS fits best. I would like to find some helmets that fit a little better and are less noisy.

Here's my problem (I think): most helmets use the same shell for all sizes (I know Shoei and Arai use a couple of shell size, but I couldn't find them). So when I try an XS helmet which uses the same shell as an XXL helmet, it feels heavy and looks very dorky. There is like 2.5" of padding on each side! I understand, comfort and dsafety above all else, but that's just too much. Not only does it make me look like a storm trooper with a disproportionately large head, it's heavy and uncomfortable.

Are there people with small heads like mine out there that have helmets they like, where the shell size is not too large? Brands, sizes, types, etc. My primary target is a 3/4 with a retractable shield, but I'd like to get some good recommendations on all types (Full, 3/4, half). Thanks all!

grandpawmoses · 05-27-2005

Find a dealer that stocks "Scorpion" helmets and try one on. Extremely nice helmets at a fair price and they make them mostly for smaller heads. Their XL (largest they make right now) is about the same size as HJC's Large. I would have bought one by my old "bucket" head was just too big.

Phatboy · 05-27-2005

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Originally Posted by deniska

I have small head

Oh, well at least that explains your avatar

Sorry I'm no help on this one with my 24" skull.

deniska · 05-27-2005

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Originally Posted by Phatboy

Oh, well at least that explains your avatar

Sorry I'm no help on this one with my 24" skull.

Ha ha

*jukief* · 05-27-2005

Oh boy. I don't want to stand next to you! I'd look like a freak. I have a big head, broad shoulders, big hands and feet... Shoot. Maybe I'm really a man! If it weren't for my ample bosom, I'd really have to wonder.

deniska · 05-28-2005

It's all good

I'm 5'8", 125lbs, and as I've mentioned have a small head. Just a skinny guy

My wife is 6'0", 145lbs (normally, she is 33 weeks pregnant now, so the weight is a little off), with a normal head. She never thought she looked like a freak next to me... though she was never shy making the comment in my direction

Phatboy · 05-28-2005

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Originally Posted by jukief

I have a big head, broad shoulders, big hands and feet... Shoot. Maybe I'm really a man! If it weren't for my ample bosom, I'd really have to wonder.

Maybe I missed something, but the only thing I got out of that post was the ample bosom part. Way to go Julie!

**Spok** · 05-28-2005

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Originally Posted by Phatboy

Maybe I missed something, but the only thing I got out of that post was the ample bosom part. Way to go Julie!

yeah, once that was written, I forgot everyting else Julie said.

deniska · 05-28-2005

I am glad you guys have your priorities right

*jukief* · 05-28-2005

Dennis, you're certainly no freak! I'd really like to built like you (well, with the exception of the flat chest and that package below the belt). LOL

When is the baby due? How exciting!

Oh, and thanks guys. What a bunch of pervs.

Lee_2061 · 05-28-2005

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Originally Posted by Phatboy

Maybe I missed something, but the only thing I got out of that post was the ample bosom part. Way to go Julie!

Same here.
Ample eh? For what? LOL

What was this thread about again?

Helmets for small something or other. LOL

Oh no! (Just read Julie's second post) LMAO. Now we got peni s-envy as well? Stoppit will ya Jules! You're killing me.

On second thoughts don't stop. I'm eager to learn more intimate details. I think even Deniska says stuff the helmet question. HeeHee!

Meanwhile, feel free to borrow my current avatar.

*trikebubble* · 05-28-2005

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Originally Posted by jukief

Oh boy. I don't want to stand next to you! I'd look like a freak. I have a big head, broad shoulders, big hands and feet... Shoot. Maybe I'm really a man! If it weren't for my ample bosom, I'd really have to wonder.

Did someone say they had apples in their bosom? no way.

Lee_2061 · 05-28-2005

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Originally Posted by trikebubble

Did someone say they had apples in their bosom? no way.

Say, my bosom's fine. How's yours Carlo? Is it ample, or just apples?

deniska · 05-29-2005

Holy cow, what have I started?! Well, anyway, forget the helmet, this is way better

deniska · 05-29-2005

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Originally Posted by jukief

When is the baby due? How exciting!

July 11. Our daughter was born 4 years ago on July 12... There was no planning involved, I swear

*jukief* · 05-29-2005

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Originally Posted by deniska

July 11. Our daughter was born 4 years ago on July 12... There was no planning involved, I swear

Do you know whether this baby is a boy or a girl?

I have a friend whose two nieces have their birthdays the same week. Their parents just combine the two birthdays into one. It works out really well for them.

As for the rest of you guys, I'm currently losing some weight, and as my weight drops, my b**bs get smaller. So it's not as exciting as it might sound. If I can down to where I want to be, they'll be pretty insignificant.

deniska · 05-29-2005

A boy. We are really excited!

By the way, Julie, none of the details matter... Beavis, did they say BOOBS? Ga-ga-ga-ga...

tdaugharty · 05-29-2005

Hey congrats on the new one ... We are due November 18'th! Number three for us. It was a surprise no doubt ... My swimmers are stong! Yeah TMI ... I agree

And Julie, I'm 6"5 and fairly wide shouldered ... You can stand next to me if that helps

deniska · 05-29-2005

Congrats Tom!

tdaugharty · 05-29-2005

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Originally Posted by deniska

Congrats Tom!

Thank You!

05-27-2005	#1 (permalink)
deniska Aspiring slowpoke Forum Supporter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Buffalo Grove, IL Posts: 369	Helmets for small heads I've read a bunch of threads on helmets, and quite a few articles... but still need help. I also went to a couple of dealers, but helmet selections are **. I have small head -- one of my helmets is Medium (full face), and it's just a little loose. My half helmet is small, and fits fine, but is a little large (large shell, lots of padding). With some of the brands I try, XS fits best. I would like to find some helmets that fit a little better and are less noisy. Here's my problem (I think): most helmets use the same shell for all sizes (I know Shoei and Arai use a couple of shell size, but I couldn't find them). So when I try an XS helmet which uses the same shell as an XXL helmet, it feels heavy and looks very dorky. There is like 2.5" of padding on each side! I understand, comfort and dsafety above all else, but that's just too much. Not only does it make me look like a storm trooper with a disproportionately large head, it's heavy and uncomfortable. Are there people with small heads like mine out there that have helmets they like, where the shell size is not too large? Brands, sizes, types, etc. My primary target is a 3/4 with a retractable shield, but I'd like to get some good recommendations on all types (Full, 3/4, half). Thanks all! __________________ 2005 Kawasaki Mean Streak 1600** www.CruiserCustomizing.com/deniska

05-27-2005	#2 (permalink)
grandpawmoses !cixelsyD toN m'I Forum Supporter Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Sipsey Swamp, Alabama Posts: 480	Find a dealer that stocks "Scorpion" helmets and try one on. Extremely nice helmets at a fair price and they make them mostly for smaller heads. Their XL (largest they make right now) is about the same size as HJC's Large. I would have bought one by my old "bucket" head was just too big. __________________ 07 HD Fat Boy If you want a clean drink of water go to the head of the stream Last edited by grandpawmoses : 05-27-2005 at 04:43 PM.

05-27-2005	#5 (permalink)
jukief I miss you, Deron Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 18,169	Oh boy. I don't want to stand next to you! I'd look like a freak. I have a big head, broad shoulders, big hands and feet... Shoot. Maybe I'm really a man! If it weren't for my ample bosom, I'd really have to wonder. __________________ In memory of my friend Deron Harden. Life isn't going to be the same without him.

05-28-2005	#6 (permalink)
deniska Aspiring slowpoke Forum Supporter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Buffalo Grove, IL Posts: 369	It's all good I'm 5'8", 125lbs, and as I've mentioned have a small head. Just a skinny guy My wife is 6'0", 145lbs (normally, she is 33 weeks pregnant now, so the weight is a little off), with a normal head. She never thought she looked like a freak next to me... though she was never shy making the comment in my direction __________________ 2005 Kawasaki Mean Streak 1600 www.CruiserCustomizing.com/deniska

05-28-2005	#9 (permalink)
deniska Aspiring slowpoke Forum Supporter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Buffalo Grove, IL Posts: 369	I am glad you guys have your priorities right __________________ 2005 Kawasaki Mean Streak 1600 www.CruiserCustomizing.com/deniska

05-28-2005	#10 (permalink)
jukief I miss you, Deron Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 18,169	Dennis, you're certainly no freak! I'd really like to built like you (well, with the exception of the flat chest and that package below the belt). LOL When is the baby due? How exciting! Oh, and thanks guys. What a bunch of pervs. __________________ In memory of my friend Deron Harden. Life isn't going to be the same without him.

05-29-2005	#14 (permalink)
deniska Aspiring slowpoke Forum Supporter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Buffalo Grove, IL Posts: 369	Holy cow, what have I started?! Well, anyway, forget the helmet, this is way better __________________ 2005 Kawasaki Mean Streak 1600 www.CruiserCustomizing.com/deniska

05-29-2005	#17 (permalink)
deniska Aspiring slowpoke Forum Supporter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Buffalo Grove, IL Posts: 369	A boy. We are really excited! By the way, Julie, none of the details matter... Beavis, did they say BOOBS? Ga-ga-ga-ga... __________________ 2005 Kawasaki Mean Streak 1600 www.CruiserCustomizing.com/deniska

05-29-2005	#18 (permalink)
tdaugharty Sit speling cheker BTK Expert Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 427	Hey congrats on the new one ... We are due November 18'th! Number three for us. It was a surprise no doubt ... My swimmers are stong! Yeah TMI ... I agree And Julie, I'm 6"5 and fairly wide shouldered ... You can stand next to me if that helps __________________ Thomas Daugharty Atlanta, GA - http://www.daugharty.com ------------------------------------------------- Seen on a motorcycle’s rearviews: “Warning: objects seen in mirror are disappearing rapidly” Quote: "Knowledge produces more knowledge, ignorance often generates overconfidence!!"

05-29-2005	#19 (permalink)
deniska Aspiring slowpoke Forum Supporter Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Buffalo Grove, IL Posts: 369	Congrats Tom! __________________ 2005 Kawasaki Mean Streak 1600 www.CruiserCustomizing.com/deniska