butch3r wrote:I didn't get an answer. What is the cloth piece called?
What helmet do you recommend that has this (hopefully under $100)?
butch3r wrote:I think I found the name. It's called a breath guard or chin curtain.
I went to a
large motorcycle dealer that stocked many, many helmets. Tried the ones on that were in my price range, until I found one that fit snug but comfortably (watch youtubes of correct helmet fitting). Then I wore that one for 20 mins around the store to make certain I liked everything about it (ease on-off, chin fit, cheeks, vision view, etc., etc.)
That chin curtain should help keep out the dust, as should the face shield - but if SoCal has such bad & dirty air that it's getting past that - maybe a tall screen would help.
A 3/4 helmet with goggles?
A cheap helmet on your head is much safer than a very good one siiting on a shelf at home while you ride.
Buy the best you can afford & will wear after a real good trial fit session at the dealers.
If you don't like the dealer price on your helmet, make them an offer - all they can do is say, "no'....then check prices on line for the same helmet.
Good luck.
Fish