What helmet do you wear? - Page 3

pcarrell · 09-25-2009

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Originally Posted by FakeBikerDude59

Nolan 103N

I looked at those. How easy is it to change out the sunshield if it gets scratched or something? I worried about that so I got the N102.

ClarkeyBalboa · 09-25-2009

HJC AC-12 Yikes 3

Lee79 · 09-25-2009

usually none, but as it gets colder i wear a shoei rf1000 ff

Rocket_88 · 09-25-2009

I was wondering. Can you get done for wearing a non DOT helmet in a state where helmets aren't compulsory?

Cranky CJ · 09-25-2009

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Originally Posted by Rocket_88

I was wondering. Can you get done for wearing a non DOT helmet in a state where helmets aren't compulsory?

If by 'done' you mean busted, no.

Rocket_88 · 09-25-2009

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Originally Posted by Cranky CJ

If by 'done' you mean busted, no.

Yeah. Done, busted, nicked, collared, pulled, booked, hauled-in, lifted.

pcarrell · 09-25-2009

Indiana has no helmet laws, so you can ride with as little as a shaved head. Anything beyond that is all gravy!

Long Rider · 09-25-2009

I'm rollin' with Nolan. It's the only brand that works with my head and prescription glasses.

Babaman · 09-25-2009

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Originally Posted by LIrider

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HJC AC-2M KAWASAKI VULCAN 2 HALF

Hjc Ac-2m Kawasaki Vulcan 2 Half Motorcycle Helmet - RidersDiscount.com

Heath3n · 09-25-2009

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Originally Posted by Babaman

HJC AC-2M KAWASAKI VULCAN 2 HALF

Hjc Ac-2m Kawasaki Vulcan 2 Half Motorcycle Helmet - RidersDiscount.com

Will a half helmet like that fit in the Nomad's bags?

Babaman · 09-25-2009

Yes, In a relatively empty bag. I usually just leave my helmet on the handlebars, but I sometimes have to clear a spot in the center of a bag to store it in bad areas. I just lay a bandana over the top of the helmet and the bag door closes easily.

RichLockyer · 09-25-2009

It depends on how the state's law is written.
I have heard of people being busted in helmet-optional states with novelty lids (simply using them as a hat/sunblock instead of a do-rag) because the law is written that it is not required to wear a helmet, but if one is worn, it must be DOT approved.
To add more confusion, a couple of states that have mandatory helmet requirements make no distinction between DOT and non-DOT.

Are you going to get pulled over and cited wearing a non-DOT, CE-approved lid? Not likely. Cops are generally looking for the typical "pudding bowl" novelty helmet, and nobody sells novelty 3/4 or FF lids, so you're not going to get pulled over for it. If you're pulled over for another violation and he notices there's no DOT sticker on the back, you may get cited for it, but if it's got a DOT sticker (and they're only a couple of bucks on eBay), he's not even going to look at the tag on the inside that is supposed to list the FMVSS standard it complies with (unless the padding looks too thin).

The biggest problem is getting one. They aren't available here and the manufacturers won't ship to the US... only way to get one would be for someone in the UK/EU to ship one over... and then if it doesn't fit properly, it's going to be a major clusterfk shipping it back, you exchanging it, then shipping another one. Might be able to find an online shop willing to ship one.

tmausti · 09-26-2009

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Originally Posted by gnomad

When I wear one I have a GMax GM55s, one of the best fitting helmets I have ever had. Mine is the flat black skull helmet, my wife has the black with pink accents.

+1 Love this LID!!!

steviej · 09-27-2009

HJC IS-33. the best helmet I have had....evah!!
Love the hidden sun shade.

but I aslo own this one. It too is a decent helmet.

steviej

BikerThomas.com · 09-27-2009

Shark Evoline
I wrote a post about it back in March if you're interested:
Behold… the Shark Evoline Helmet | BikerThomas.com

aikirex · 09-28-2009

HJC CL-14 FF

Michael

FakeBikerDude59 · 09-28-2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by pcarrell

I looked at those. How easy is it to change out the sunshield if it gets scratched or something? I worried about that so I got the N102.

Takes about 10 minutes. It is really well built and feels solid when I use it.

LIrider · 09-28-2009

Just ordered the THH t-69. It's supposed to be the smallest and lowest DOT... we'll see!!

gnomad · 09-28-2009

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Originally Posted by LIrider

Just ordered the THH t-69. It's supposed to be the smallest and lowest DOT... we'll see!!

I have one of those in the carbon fiber look, as far as looks and the size of it I couldn't complain. The problem with it it doesn't fit my head, it is to oblong and the inside made my head itch something fierce.

ZeroDown! · 09-28-2009

Red scheme Gobert by Shoei - RF1000 with mirrored shield - keeps 'em guessing.....

09-25-2009	#42 (permalink)
ClarkeyBalboa Can't find time to ride BTK Expert Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Calgary Posts: 534	HJC AC-12 Yikes 3 __________________ Chris 07 900 Custom, Candy Plasma Blue

09-25-2009	#44 (permalink)
Rocket_88 petrolhead BTK Expert Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Just visiting this planet Posts: 1,979	I was wondering. Can you get done for wearing a non DOT helmet in a state where helmets aren't compulsory? __________________ "Yes it's great, just won't wait, everybody likes my Rocket '88"

09-25-2009	#47 (permalink)
pcarrell Just A Guy BTK Expert Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 313	Indiana has no helmet laws, so you can ride with as little as a shaved head. Anything beyond that is all gravy! __________________ Pastor Dude 2001 Drifter 1500

09-25-2009	#48 (permalink)
Long Rider Horizon Seeker Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Somerset, PA Posts: 12	I'm rollin' with Nolan. It's the only brand that works with my head and prescription glasses. __________________ Ralph Couey http://race-the-sunset.blogspot.com Life without risk is no life at all.

09-25-2009	#51 (permalink)
Babaman '08 Nomad - Justin TX Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Justin TX Posts: 3	Yes, In a relatively empty bag. I usually just leave my helmet on the handlebars, but I sometimes have to clear a spot in the center of a bag to store it in bad areas. I just lay a bandana over the top of the helmet and the bag door closes easily. __________________ Babaman '08 Nomad KUMHO ECSTA SPT XRP 195/55-RF16 87V RUN FLAT Justin, TX

09-25-2009	#43 (permalink)
Lee79 Turtle Wax Taster BTK Intermediate Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Poconos Posts: 151	usually none, but as it gets colder i wear a shoei rf1000 ff

09-25-2009	#52 (permalink)
RichLockyer Patriot Guardian Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: May 2006 Location: Chino, CA Posts: 28,016	It depends on how the state's law is written. I have heard of people being busted in helmet-optional states with novelty lids (simply using them as a hat/sunblock instead of a do-rag) because the law is written that it is not required to wear a helmet, but if one is worn, it must be DOT approved. To add more confusion, a couple of states that have mandatory helmet requirements make no distinction between DOT and non-DOT. Are you *going* to get pulled over and cited wearing a non-DOT, CE-approved lid? Not likely. Cops are generally looking for the typical "pudding bowl" novelty helmet, and nobody sells novelty 3/4 or FF lids, so you're not going to get pulled over for it. If you're pulled over for another violation and he notices there's no DOT sticker on the back, you may get cited for it, but if it's got a DOT sticker (and they're only a couple of bucks on eBay), he's not even going to look at the tag on the inside that is supposed to list the FMVSS standard it complies with (unless the padding looks too thin). The biggest problem is getting one. They aren't available here and the manufacturers won't ship to the US... only way to get one would be for someone in the UK/EU to ship one over... and then if it doesn't fit properly, it's going to be a major clusterfk shipping it back, you exchanging it, then shipping another one. Might be able to find an online shop willing to ship one. __________________ - Rich 2006 1600 Ultra-Classic Patriot Guard Rider *Please put your bike year/model in your sig line or fill in your profile before asking for help.*

09-27-2009	#54 (permalink)
steviej Made It To Second Gear BTK Beginner Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Scituate, MA Posts: 98	HJC IS-33. the best helmet I have had....evah!! Love the hidden sun shade. but I aslo own this one. It too is a decent helmet. steviej __________________ '07 Plasma Blue VN900 Custom Last edited by steviej : 09-28-2009 at 09:53 PM.

09-27-2009	#55 (permalink)
BikerThomas.com Member BTK Beginner Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Norway Posts: 93	Shark Evoline I wrote a post about it back in March if you're interested: Behold… the Shark Evoline Helmet \| BikerThomas.com

09-28-2009	#56 (permalink)
aikirex Godan Hooligan BTK Intermediate Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sussex County, NJ Posts: 142	HJC CL-14 FF Michael

09-28-2009	#58 (permalink)
LIrider Still On The Kickstand BTK Beginner Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 44	Just ordered the THH t-69. It's supposed to be the smallest and lowest DOT... we'll see!! __________________ 2008 900 Custom Long Island, New York

09-28-2009	#60 (permalink)
ZeroDown! Patriot Guard Rider - PA BTK Intermediate Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: York County, Pennsylvania Posts: 270	Full face or full face - nuthin's never an option... Red scheme Gobert by Shoei - RF1000 with mirrored shield - keeps 'em guessing..... __________________ "There is no distinctly native American criminal class...save Congress." -- Mark Twain

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