Glasses friendly motorcycle helmets?

molamann · 05-22-2008

Is there a list of glasses friendly motorcycle helmets? Due to medical reasons I can't wear contacts and I'm forced to wear glasses.

Anyways, I've tried on several helmets at the dealership today which included Scorpion EXO-700/1000, Icon Domain/Airframe, and Sharks but I could not remotely wear my glasses comfortably. Also for a FYI, I am a first time rider and that was the first time trying on a helmet and maybe I'm being too picky. Only reason why I'm asking is because I've heard the Shoei RF-1000 are glasses friendly but don't have the opportunity to try them due to its scarcity in the local area.

B-Bob · 05-22-2008

What do you find uncomfortable? Ears being smashed against ear-pieces? Not enough room between glasses and visor?

I wear a FF Arai, and I wear sunglasses with the helmet all the time with no problems.

Ott · 05-22-2008

I recently replaced a Shoei RF1000 with a Shark RSX, and the Shoei is by far more glasses friendly. I will say, however, that the Shark may "break in" over time. All in all, you can't go wrong with either one.

molamann · 05-22-2008

@B-Bob
I kind of want the glasses to at least somewhat naturally rest on top of my ears and nose. When trying on the glasses with all the helmets I wore, the piece of the glasses thats sits on top of my ears just kind of floated near the top of my head, which tilts my glasses on a downward angle.

@Ott
I've tried on a Shark today and for some reason it's the only brand that a Medium fit me comfortably. Do they usually run a little bigger than others? My head couldn't even fit inside a medium sized Scorpion EXO-700.

Ott · 05-22-2008

For me the Shark & Shoei helmets fit the same sizewise.

It sounds like you'd be ahead of the game if you could somehow try on a Shoei, you won't be sorry.

B-Bob · 05-22-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by molamann

@B-Bob
I kind of want the glasses to at least somewhat naturally rest on top of my ears and nose. When trying on the glasses with all the helmets I wore, the piece of the glasses thats sits on top of my ears just kind of floated near the top of my head, which tilts my glasses on a downward angle.

There are differences between sunglasses and regular glasses, but I will say that I have not experienced the problem you describe while wearing my Arai.

Different manufacturer's helmets fit very differently. Some fit round heads better, and some fit narrow heads better. I tried on a bunch before I found one that felt good. Unfortunately, it was one of the more expensive ones.

Bender · 05-22-2008

scorpions run slightly small. I normally wear an XL. Need an XXL Scorpion.

molamann · 05-22-2008

Meh, went ahead and ordered a medium sized Shoei RF-1000. Hoping it won't be too tight

05-22-2008	#1 (permalink)
molamann Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 29	Glasses friendly motorcycle helmets? Is there a list of glasses friendly motorcycle helmets? Due to medical reasons I can't wear contacts and I'm forced to wear glasses. Anyways, I've tried on several helmets at the dealership today which included Scorpion EXO-700/1000, Icon Domain/Airframe, and Sharks but I could not remotely wear my glasses comfortably. Also for a FYI, I am a first time rider and that was the first time trying on a helmet and maybe I'm being too picky. Only reason why I'm asking is because I've heard the Shoei RF-1000 are glasses friendly but don't have the opportunity to try them due to its scarcity in the local area.

05-22-2008	#2 (permalink)
B-Bob ... at the old, ballgame! Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Land of Enchantment Posts: 609	What do you find uncomfortable? Ears being smashed against ear-pieces? Not enough room between glasses and visor? I wear a FF Arai, and I wear sunglasses with the helmet all the time with no problems. __________________ Bob Albuquerque, NM 2006 500 LTD S.T.K. B.R.K.

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05-22-2008	#3 (permalink)
Ott Nooo! Mongo straight! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: central Illinois Posts: 23	I recently replaced a Shoei RF1000 with a Shark RSX, and the Shoei is by far more glasses friendly. I will say, however, that the Shark may "break in" over time. All in all, you can't go wrong with either one.

05-22-2008	#4 (permalink)
molamann Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 29	@B-Bob I kind of want the glasses to at least somewhat naturally rest on top of my ears and nose. When trying on the glasses with all the helmets I wore, the piece of the glasses thats sits on top of my ears just kind of floated near the top of my head, which tilts my glasses on a downward angle. @Ott I've tried on a Shark today and for some reason it's the only brand that a Medium fit me comfortably. Do they usually run a little bigger than others? My head couldn't even fit inside a medium sized Scorpion EXO-700.

05-22-2008	#5 (permalink)
Ott Nooo! Mongo straight! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: central Illinois Posts: 23	For me the Shark & Shoei helmets fit the same sizewise. It sounds like you'd be ahead of the game if you could somehow try on a Shoei, you won't be sorry.

05-22-2008	#7 (permalink)
Bender Cigar aficionado BTK Intermediate Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 135	scorpions run slightly small. I normally wear an XL. Need an XXL Scorpion.

05-22-2008	#8 (permalink)
molamann Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 29	Meh, went ahead and ordered a medium sized Shoei RF-1000. Hoping it won't be too tight

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