fzwaffle
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Post by fzwaffle on May 28, 2017 20:12:41 GMT -7
Im currently running a lower end AGV helmet, whats every ones opinion on brands for quiet helmets? I know there is a million threads out there on various forums, but in the interest of posting activity I figured I'd start one here. Currently looking at the high end shoei and bell stuff, what do you guys run? Shoei x14  temporary image upload |
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Post by evitzee on May 28, 2017 20:49:44 GMT -7
For the last 3 years I've run an HJC RPHA-10 which is a premium helmet, but I always thought it was a little noisy. Two months ago I bought a Bell Qualifier DLX which is about 1/2 the price of the HJC, but I actually like it better, it flows more air and is quieter than the HJC, and it comes with a transition lens so no need for different lenses for day and night.
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skotyjones
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Post by skotyjones on May 30, 2017 6:22:09 GMT -7
I run the ICON Airframe Pro Construct. It's a great helmet, however, I cannot compare it to any AGV or HJC helmet. It has some noise but can hear yourself talking and car tire noise. I have long hair and airflow is as good as it gets with long hair, when my hair was short I never got hot when moving. When turning head at highway speeds, helmet's drag intensifies so much you can feel it shifting a little on the head.  |
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2017 9:48:22 GMT -7
I have the Shoei GT Air Wanderer that I love. It is the quietest, lightest, and most well ventilated helmet I've used.
I've had various Nolan modular helmets that were comparatively heavy, noisy, and the vents didn't seem to do much of anything. I also had a Icon Airframe. It was ok for track days but it was too noisy for all day riding.
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harrybalzak
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Post by harrybalzak on May 30, 2017 12:20:26 GMT -7
Ear plugs.
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2017 12:27:52 GMT -7
Ride behind my bike. You won't hear wind or your bike. JUST MINE!!! Muahahahahahahahaha!!!  |
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srosa
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Post by srosa on May 30, 2017 17:03:44 GMT -7
I just switched to a Shark Spartan Carbon and found it to be one of the quietest helmets I've ever worn. Very light too.
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Post by 0002s on May 30, 2017 17:56:44 GMT -7
X-14
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coyote
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Post by coyote on May 30, 2017 20:26:45 GMT -7
There is too many variables,helmets have different shapes and peoples head also. A helmet that will be amazing for someone can be someone else's nightmare. Best thing to do is to try them and make sure it fits properly, proper fit usually fixes most of the complaints people have about their helmet.
As for the noise control,ear plugs are your best friends,again you have to find the proper plug that would fit you, a good fit and you forget you actually wearing them.
Rumour says that SENA's helmet will come out this summer,and it will have active noise reduction technology integrated,i will probably look into that helmet as soon as it comes out,ANR is simply amazing,that will for sure be the quietest helmet available.
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harrybalzak
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Post by harrybalzak on May 31, 2017 8:05:02 GMT -7
Most wind noise while wearing a helmet is generated by the wind passing between the shoulders and the bottom of the helmet and chin bar area. Maybe wear a thick turtle neck sweater and a pair of shoulder pads.
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fzwaffle
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Post by fzwaffle on Jun 4, 2017 10:04:21 GMT -7
The sena looks promising, very cool idea for a helmet.
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mcryder
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Post by mcryder on Jun 4, 2017 19:42:53 GMT -7
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Post by 0002s on Jun 4, 2017 20:32:06 GMT -7
RF-1200 has a tight seal around neck and is quiet.
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buddhabiker
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Post by buddhabiker on Aug 28, 2017 13:32:04 GMT -7
My Schuberth C3 Pro is VERY quiet, but also VERY hot. It doesn't flow much air. That's why I switched to an Arai Defiant Pro Cruise. Much noisier, but flows MUCH more air (for 90°F to 100°F days). Foam ear plugs make it quiet enough to hear my TomTom.
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