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Like these helmets?

Posted: Sat Oct 20, 2012 12:33 am
by WhiteNoise
It's against my better judgement to wear any hat that isn't full face......But, these two are so slick & streamlined, like our PCX's 8) ....Very tempting

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Sat Oct 20, 2012 1:01 am
by Taz
A bit unusual looking but my current open face 3/4 helmet with its bulbous visor is not very fashionable.. I presume it will fit under the seat ok?

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Sat Oct 20, 2012 3:23 am
by TasmanianDevil
See the nexx helmets.

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Sat Oct 20, 2012 4:29 am
by gn2
Not streamlined, just different.
Me no likey potty lids.

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Sun Oct 21, 2012 1:59 pm
by figurehead71
Cannot say I am personally keen on the design myself to be honest, and I also much prefer the safety ratings in general of full face helmets.

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Mon Oct 22, 2012 11:52 am
by WhiteNoise
Okay all ;) They are a bit odd looking and not as safe as my Shoei Qwest FF but, if that 1st lid fit me comfy, it would be.......Mine, all Mine :D Ordering online without trying it on in person is a bit tricky though. Sizing and all. Good chance for a return.
Nexx? Hmm, I'll take a look, I think I've seen that one surfing around.

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Mon Oct 22, 2012 2:24 pm
by maddiedog
I think the 1st one looks cool.

I wear a half helmet on (rare) occasion, if me and my wife are riding 2-up at the beach. Something like that would be way better than my half helmet in terms of protection.

Have you considered a modular helmet? They're quite handy.

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Mon Oct 22, 2012 3:05 pm
by Taz
I was at a dealer the other day and was shown a modular helmet that flipped all the way to the back so you could ride with it up without the wind trying to rip your head off. I think it was a shark but can't fully recall.

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Mon Oct 22, 2012 11:04 pm
by AzRocketPCX
I've been wearing the AGV Blade for the last year. Its my second helmet. Fits better than my first, and is lighter. I bought the accessory flip down sunshield. It attaches to the same pivot points as the clear shield and layers over it. It can be pivoted up and acts as a shade/visor. Removal is easy for night riding. The Blade fits under the PCX seat- best with the front facing backward. They had some great discount prices on AGV's own site last time I looked.

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Tue Oct 23, 2012 10:32 am
by WhiteNoise
Thanks so much for the info. Az, you mentioned your second one as being lighter, is that the newer model I saw on AGV's website? Could you please post a picture of yours With the sun visor on it? That sounds like a cool feature. Nice to see that they are Not expensive lids either :D

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Tue Oct 23, 2012 10:10 pm
by WhiteNoise
maddiedog wrote:I think the 1st one looks cool.

Have you considered a modular helmet? They're quite handy.
;) Like an HJC CL Max in light silver? :D

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Tue Oct 23, 2012 11:50 pm
by AzRocketPCX
WhiteNoise-the Blade was my second helmet, but my first AGV. My starter helmet was also a 3/4 (brand:HJC ?) but it had an internal sun visor that scratched up pretty bad after just 6 months, and refills weren't cheap. Our local Ducati dealer had AGVs in stock, and even though I was just window-shopping I walked out with a new lid ($120). I've attached a shot of it with the visor. Matte Grey & White w/ added reflective tape accents.

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Wed Oct 24, 2012 1:31 am
by you you
Dustin Hoffman is following you....

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Wed Oct 24, 2012 2:20 am
by Taz
Looks better with you modelling that helmet. The one I was shown is a shark evoline. It looked nice but just read a review that its very noisy and heavy. Next helmet I get will need to be quiet!

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Wed Oct 24, 2012 10:23 am
by gn2
Pardon? What's that you say? Can you speak up a bit? :lol:

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Wed Oct 24, 2012 10:29 am
by you you
Taz wrote:Looks better with you modelling that helmet. The one I was shown is a shark evoline. It looked nice but just read a review that its very noisy and heavy. Next helmet I get will need to be quiet!

Don't you use earplugs?

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2012 12:12 am
by WhiteNoise
I wear ear plugs. They make my ride more enjoyable. My band days were loud, I'm being careful now ;)
Az, I appreciate the photo, thanks. I'm liking the Blade even more now...it Does look sharp on you & with the bike...
nice leather jacket too!

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Tue Jan 08, 2013 6:22 pm
by WhiteNoise
Anyone buying a new lid? Some good buys are out there as well as new arrivals.

Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Wed Mar 20, 2013 2:50 pm
by Slickvic
WhiteNoise wrote:Anyone buying a new lid? Some good buys are out there as well as new arrivals.
I bought a Bell Airraid helmet for $99 last year. Pretty good deal and relatively quiet.

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Re: Like these helmets?

Posted: Wed Mar 20, 2013 6:18 pm
by Dudley
I have a blade on order. Should be here tomorrow.
Supposed to be very quiet and streamlined.
My current helmet is a mushroom.