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So, where's the reverse?
Name: Anson
Location: Ontario, Canada
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The reason why SNELL M2005 helmets didn't qualify for ECE certification was due to the difference in head form specifications used between the two standards. Both DOT and ECE standards specify an impact velocity so that the impact energy varies with the headform size and weight. In contrast, SNELL M2005 testing was done on one head form mass throughout. One of the criticisms of this approach was that heads with a smaller circumference and correspondingly lighter mass, were sacrificed in favour of stiffer helmets optimised for a larger and heavier head form. A study published in Motorcyclist Magazine found that SNELL M2005 helmets were on average more stiff and transmitted more impact energy to the rider than DOT and DOT + ECE helmets. Again, these are laboratory results and there is no anthropometric data to support one standard over the next. A separate study conducted by Dr. Randal Ching of the University of Washington, found a strong correlation between head mass and circumference. It suggests that the ECE 22.05 head form specification allows for a more precise fit across a broad range of different head sizes. Dr. Ching also sits on the SNELL board of directors and his study was certainly influential in the development of the SNELL M2010 standard. As a result, SNELL M2010 now adopts the head form specifications of ECE. This adoption called for redesigns to the shell form of small and very large sized helmets and also more impact absorbent lining in the extra small and small sized helmets. Changes for medium and large sizes are minimal from SNELL 2005. Overall, a move in the right direction for SNELL and positive news for riders. In terms of marketability and profitability, ECE is a legally mandated standard in Europe meaning European riders who preferred SNELL helmets, couldn't use one on the street. Meanwhile in North America, an increasing number of DOT + ECE certified helmets were showing up on store shelves here. Over in Europe, SNELL wants to gain market share and this requires changes to make their helmets qualify for ECE certification testing. The adoption of ECE specifications within the new SNELL M2010 standard allows for the opportunity. |
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Name: Samual
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If I could have any helmet, it would be this one...
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Name: Mike
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Vinyl wrap? Airbrushing? I haven't seen anyone mention skullskins.net!
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Thats why it will be my street and not track helmet
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Since I am into dirt riding...I have changed my choices...still with Bell though
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depending on the price I get I might pick it up sooner than later
![]() I checked it out at cycle gear and its not really a dirt bike or even an endoro helmet, no place for goggles and there is a lot of space through the visor...
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![]() Long story, and no I cant get deals for anyone else unless Im selling my helmet. I have to buy stuff FOR ME to get the deal, or my family, as its a family hook up. I cant chance it! and I talked to the salesman and he agreed it wasnt really dirt helmet. lol
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FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU
I need a dirt bike....
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I'm a shark
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I would buy this one in a heartbeat. If you're rich you should fund this!
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I'm a shark
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don't you know, it's not about functionality -- it's about looking good
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Name: Floyd
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I am stunned that a thread about helmets is focusing on style over substance.
![]() Now this helmet is awesome (except for the $4000 price tag). I see this as including an exotic supercar in a thread about cool cars. You know, one that really performs.
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And if the price tag on the last helmet disqualifies it from cool, how about Scorpion EXO-700 helmet? Snell rated for under $200 seems pretty dang cool to me.
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I can't see it, but I assume it's the Carbon Fiber Arai?
Really cool helmet. Revzilla is having a contest for one.
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meh, its all about looking cool floyd
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I did and I appreciate it. My bad for neglecting to give you an appreciative GIF, an error I correct now:
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