posted May 21, 2009 09:38 PM
that vid got me thinking so i went and measured my head and it turn out i was wearing the wrong size as well
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posted May 22, 2009 01:06 AM
Great to see someone that bikers respect giving this type of advice.
It needs saying frequently that once the inner lining has been compressed the helmet is trash. Like the man said "a single use item".
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posted May 22, 2009 04:14 AM
Edited By: slates on 22 May 2009 12:15
Yes, measure and make sure you try it on. Changing cheek pads can make a huge difference. Head shape is also a key factor. Manufactures have different helmet shapes even within the same manufacture depending on the model. I can't wear any of the Scorpion Helmets because they are too round, but the Arai Corsair and most of the Shoei helmets fit me well.
I once had a Shoei RF1000 in size L...it was snug at first then the same thing started happening that Jay was talking about and I didn't feel safe with it. Measured my head and in most brands I'm a M. Sold the helmet after only wearing it a few times. Most dealers are not trained to sell helmets properly.
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posted May 22, 2009 04:26 AM
Fish..... What an eye opening video!!!! I appreciate the knowledge provided, I will be buying an Arai!!! Knowledge is power, thanks
posted May 22, 2009 04:51 AM
Edited By: BobC on 22 May 2009 15:29
Free shipping?
I guess you already know what shell size, liner size and cheek padding size you need if you're going to buy a helmet on mail order. The video was really about the need for correct fitting rather than just an Arai advert, you need to be there for that.
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2012 ZZR1400 in Golden Blazed Green
Brock CT Full System. etc
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I guess you already know what shell size, liner size and cheek padding size you need if you're going to buy a helmet on mail order. The video was really about the need for correct fitting rather than just an Arai advert, you need to be there for that.
I know I'm a medium...free shipping might just be continental U.S. You can always buy the cheek padding and liner later if the standard doesn't fit properly:
theservicepavilion.com
araiparts.com
I may not have those website addresses exactly correct, but you can google them.
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posted May 22, 2009 05:50 AM
Just wish someone made a helmet that fit me. Araii doesnt make a big enough helmet, though I would love to have one with all those interchangeable cheek pads and such to get the perfect fit. My jaw is just too long, and my actual head is probably only a xlarge. At over 150mph my helmet is moving and buffeting so bad its hard to see out.
Nice vid though fish, thanks.
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quote:Just wish someone made a helmet that fit me. Araii doesnt make a big enough helmet, though I would love to have one with all those interchangeable cheek pads and such to get the perfect fit. My jaw is just too long, and my actual head is probably only a xlarge. At over 150mph my helmet is moving and buffeting so bad its hard to see out.
Nice vid though fish, thanks.
Sticks,
If Leno can find an Arai to fit with that jaw of his, it should be no problem for you.
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quote:Just wish someone made a helmet that fit me. Araii doesnt make a big enough helmet, though I would love to have one with all those interchangeable cheek pads and such to get the perfect fit. My jaw is just too long, and my actual head is probably only a xlarge. At over 150mph my helmet is moving and buffeting so bad its hard to see out.
Nice vidhough fish, thanks.
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posted May 22, 2009 06:57 AM
I try not to think about that. Though on the bright side, whatever I hit is gonna have ONE HELLUVA DENT in it.
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My forehead to back of head diameter is 25 5/8. The more important (for me) jaw to dome of head is 31". Jay Leno is a much smaller guy than me, with a jaw the size of mine (but on his smaller frame). Sucks to be born a sasquatch.
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posted May 22, 2009 11:01 AM
Edited By: heraser on 22 May 2009 19:01
Great vid. So if you want you girl to go topless does that mean you have to go helmetless??
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posted May 25, 2009 02:41 PM
Very informative and positive post Fish. I was surprised to learn that 1 in 10 people have the correct size helmet..WOW..........................Bill
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