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Title: Helmets
Post by: A8TOOL on August 11, 2017, 10:50:02 PM
On my mind to buy a new one and between two. Think I made my choice but how cool are these.    Give me a Vote??    :x    :rolleyes:    :cheers:
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51GYpPjqwKL.jpg) (https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/511MW7tNfBL.jpg)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005MLLK4W/ref=psdc_404836011_t3_B00T3P6A8O


And this..... Good for the shelf  even if not worn...I Would be (http://s2.sinaimg.cn/mw690/002bbkC6zy749v7W20V41)

Vid... Devil May Care Bell Helmet Graphics. https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/bell-qualifier-dlx-devil-may-care-helmet
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: hgtonyvi on August 12, 2017, 09:13:20 AM
What u ride?
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: Zoney on August 12, 2017, 10:26:49 AM
That is a great looking helmet.  I'm surprised the are still for sale I thought Bell had finally discontinued them after having them for years.   Get the "Transitions" shield that changes with light conditions.  I have it and it is absolutely amazing.
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: A8TOOL on August 12, 2017, 10:30:53 AM
(https://scontent.ford1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/19248037_1782942901720990_9071909642597227979_n.jpg?oh=daf013b99ad5a87433177c075be6758b&oe=5A312D99)
V-rod


Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: A8TOOL on August 12, 2017, 10:33:01 AM
Yes... Transition Shield is a must and comes with it. Total package is 250 for Devil May Care model...but they're both nice.  Don't match the bike but a great looking helmet.
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: DaveBB on August 12, 2017, 11:44:25 AM
That's a cool looking helmet.  Even if it was bright pink, it would still be cool.  On motorcycles, it's not a matter of if, but when you are going to get in a wreck.  Gotta protect that 3.5lbs of fat in your skull if you want to enjoy a long life.

Source: Mom, EMT for 30 years.  Dad, former harley rider.  Brother, 2 major motorcycle wrecks.
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: Zoney on August 12, 2017, 12:09:56 PM
I'm at 47 crashes, 9 helmets destroyed, all on the racetrack however, none on the street and still I wear a helmet every time.

Every Time



Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: colmbo on August 12, 2017, 12:25:41 PM
I'm at 47 crashes.....

Slow learner?  :)
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: Zoney on August 12, 2017, 12:51:17 PM
Glutton for punishment.

And hated, absolutely hated, losing.
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: zack1234 on August 12, 2017, 01:24:03 PM
Matt black, less means more
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: SIM on August 12, 2017, 01:34:08 PM
Does anyone have experience using bluetooth helmets?
I trail ride on atv's weekly, and sometimes daily, and am looking to purchase a new hemet with bluetooth capabilities so that I can listen to music/answer calls while riding.
Bilt has the "Techno 2.0" hemet out and i like it but im wondering zbout sound quality...
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: Zoney on August 12, 2017, 01:43:25 PM
Bilt is poor quality.

You can call our store if you want and talk to "Mike", in our parts department who is an expert on this, I am not.

North Valley Honda

602-996-9280

you don't have to be buying here, just get some quality advice.
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: SIM on August 12, 2017, 01:57:42 PM
Thanks Zoney, I will do that!
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: deSelys on August 14, 2017, 09:55:51 AM
The 'Flying Tiger' certainly looks great :)

One minus point for me: as I commute daily in all kinds of weather, I would immediately switch the visor for a clear visor (dark visors are dangerous IMO when riding through a tunnel or whenever the light conditions decrease) equipped with a true anti-fog system similar to Pinlock.
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: Mister Fork on August 14, 2017, 10:01:31 AM
+1 on the Flying Tiger. 

I also have a pinlock on my Shoei - it's yellow and my shield itself is clear. I echo deSelys's comments that you need to be mindful about darkened shields and recommend a clear shield with a pinlock type anti-fog. 

You'll appreciate a pinlock type of system on cool/cold, rainy and humid days.
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: Zoney on August 15, 2017, 11:43:10 AM
The 'Flying Tiger' certainly looks great :)

One minus point for me: as I commute daily in all kinds of weather, I would immediately switch the visor for a clear visor (dark visors are dangerous IMO when riding through a tunnel or whenever the light conditions decrease) equipped with a true anti-fog system similar to Pinlock.

He's going with the "Transitions" visor.  they are clear at night, no tint at all, and then they get darker depending how bright the sunlight is, they work very quickly too, about 15 seconds from clear to full tint so it changes as you ride.
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: Skuzzy on August 15, 2017, 12:41:43 PM
I tried those and got rid of them as soon as I went through a tunnel.

First time was during the day, it was a bit unnerving when I could not see anything in the tunnel for a few seconds.

Bu that was nothing when I came back through that tunnel at night and it was brightly lit inside.  I came out of it not being able to see anything and almost hit a deer.

Took that off, right then and there and rode without.  Luckily I was behind a fairing so it was not too bad.  The convenience is not worth what can happen, that one moment where you are blind.
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: Zoney on August 15, 2017, 01:29:42 PM
OK.  If you had on a tinted visor it would have been to dark for the tunnel Skuzzy.  If you had on a clear visor you would have blinded by the sunlight when you came out of the tunnel anyway.

I've never ridden through a tunnel with mine on.

Do you ride with a tinted or clear visor sir?
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: Skuzzy on August 15, 2017, 01:32:51 PM
It was a transitions visor and have since put the clear one back on, with a bill.
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: Spitter on August 15, 2017, 08:40:34 PM
Mine...it's been slightly customized. ;)

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B33mKknU67tZZzRMMjQ1b09rTTg
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: kappa on August 21, 2017, 01:05:21 AM
Does anyone have experience using bluetooth helmets?
I trail ride on atv's weekly, and sometimes daily, and am looking to purchase a new hemet with bluetooth capabilities so that I can listen to music/answer calls while riding.
Bilt has the "Techno 2.0" hemet out and i like it but im wondering zbout sound quality...

http://www.shure.com/americas/products/earphones/se-earphones/se315-sound-isolating-earphones

these are amazing for riding.. dunno about answering your phone.. but their sound is great and noise isolation is perfect..
Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: SIM on August 21, 2017, 11:53:51 AM
Thanks for the consideration kappa,
 I use a set of skullcandy bluetooth earbuds now and they are great. Im looking for a helmet that offers built in bluetooth capability so i can get away from the ear buds completely.

Title: Re: Helmets
Post by: texasmom on August 24, 2017, 10:51:46 PM
I like it.

Mine has just stickers. Bullet holes, skull, and a fist flipping the finger.

Next one has all firefly related stuff on it,  but I doubt I'll use it.