Helmet recomendations

Ken Etter · 09-26-2010, 08:03 PM

Would like to get some input on what helmet everyone likes. I would like the pros and cons. I used an HJC motorcycle helmet before but may get something with better chin/jaw protection.Thanks for the input.

Run to Rund · 09-26-2010, 08:12 PM

I use the Bell S2R or SR Pro. The chin area is not real close to the face so I don't know if it is what you want. It does have a big eye opening so works well with glasses. Might as well get SA2005 (is 2010 available yet?) vs. M=motorcycle for the fire resistance and ability to survive multiple inpacts.

Kegracing · 09-26-2010, 08:45 PM

If you look at NASCAR or open wheel, Bell seems to be on a lot of heads. Know they do a ton of testing.

Also, more money does not always mean a better helmet... get what you pay for to some degree, but you can go overboard.

Make sure what ever you get fits you correct. Good helmet fit will be snug. IF we ever really need it, will be worth it! Different models and especially brand to brand, there are some real differences in fit and feel. Years ago, when racing dirt bikes a lot (young and single...), I used several types. Had a friend that owned a bike shop, and got some good deals, and went thru a bunch of them. Always had to try them on, could not just order and assume.

The 2010 stuff just got released last month, if I read it right. Probably hard to get for a little while. Will create some sales soon I guess for the 2005 labeled stuff.

Ken

jmcarter · 09-27-2010, 05:44 AM

Arai is the way to go for fit and good venting. They have fitments based on head shape so shopping in person at a place with plenty of inventory is key.

cad · 09-27-2010, 08:21 AM

Check out www.helmetcity.com. They advertise in Natl Dragster.

Run to Rund · 09-27-2010, 10:39 AM

Another source is www.saferacer.com where I got my Bell a bit cheaper because of shipping policy vs. helmetcity's.
I test fitted the Bell at the SEMA show and agree that different head shapes may work better with different helmet brands. Vents don't help us much as we (most of us) aren't on motorcycles. High priced helmets are often because more advanced materials are used to save weight. We don't use them for very long so that is les important than for motorcycle riders. OTOH if you go to the Snell website, you will see that the SA series have several advantages for us vs. the M series.
http://www.smf.org/
http://www.smf.org/standards/pdf/sakartfinal1204.pdf

09-26-2010, 08:03 PM	#1
Ken Etter Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Riverside,Ca Posts: 112 Likes: 0 Liked 87 Times in 9 Posts	Helmet recomendations Would like to get some input on what helmet everyone likes. I would like the pros and cons. I used an HJC motorcycle helmet before but may get something with better chin/jaw protection.Thanks for the input. __________________ Ken Etter 7375 STK/5 SS

09-26-2010, 08:12 PM	#2
Run to Rund Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 583 Likes: 8 Liked 54 Times in 27 Posts	Re: Helmet recomendations I use the Bell S2R or SR Pro. The chin area is not real close to the face so I don't know if it is what you want. It does have a big eye opening so works well with glasses. Might as well get SA2005 (is 2010 available yet?) vs. M=motorcycle for the fire resistance and ability to survive multiple inpacts.

09-26-2010, 08:45 PM	#3
Kegracing Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Red Oak, TX Posts: 441 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Helmet recomendations If you look at NASCAR or open wheel, Bell seems to be on a lot of heads. Know they do a ton of testing. Also, more money does not always mean a better helmet... get what you pay for to some degree, but you can go overboard. Make sure what ever you get fits you correct. Good helmet fit will be snug. IF we ever really need it, will be worth it! Different models and especially brand to brand, there are some real differences in fit and feel. Years ago, when racing dirt bikes a lot (young and single...), I used several types. Had a friend that owned a bike shop, and got some good deals, and went thru a bunch of them. Always had to try them on, could not just order and assume. The 2010 stuff just got released last month, if I read it right. Probably hard to get for a little while. Will create some sales soon I guess for the 2005 labeled stuff. Ken

09-27-2010, 05:44 AM	#4
jmcarter VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Richmond Hill GA (and Port Ludlow WA) Posts: 4,299 Likes: 2,389 Liked 3,192 Times in 975 Posts	Re: Helmet recomendations Arai is the way to go for fit and good venting. They have fitments based on head shape so shopping in person at a place with plenty of inventory is key. __________________ Jim Carter 2340 Super Stock 2340 SST/2340 Stock Set another place at the table

09-27-2010, 08:21 AM	#5
cad Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 702 Likes: 202 Liked 91 Times in 51 Posts	Re: Helmet recomendations Check out www.helmetcity.com. They advertise in Natl Dragster.

09-27-2010, 10:39 AM	#6
Run to Rund Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 583 Likes: 8 Liked 54 Times in 27 Posts	Re: Helmet recomendations Another source is www.saferacer.com where I got my Bell a bit cheaper because of shipping policy vs. helmetcity's. I test fitted the Bell at the SEMA show and agree that different head shapes may work better with different helmet brands. Vents don't help us much as we (most of us) aren't on motorcycles. High priced helmets are often because more advanced materials are used to save weight. We don't use them for very long so that is les important than for motorcycle riders. OTOH if you go to the Snell website, you will see that the SA series have several advantages for us vs. the M series. http://www.smf.org/ http://www.smf.org/standards/pdf/sakartfinal1204.pdf