Pretty Helmets

October 18th, 2009, 02:04 PM

Hi,
I am looking to buy a new Helmet. I want a real Pretty one with like a removeable half face shield. I saw some online that had a clear shield and a tinted one interchangeable. I am in New Jersey and want to know where there is a store that I can go in person that has Helmets like THESE. Maybe could be in a solid Pink color too. Thanks!

websniper · October 18th, 2009, 02:17 PM

Please, please, please buy a full face helmet! The stats are floating around out there on the internet, a large percentage of impacts to the head are the chin area. Sorry in advance for being preachy....

Greg_E · October 18th, 2009, 02:22 PM

Also buy a white helmet and paint it how you like, never buy a helmet for how it looks.

October 18th, 2009, 02:26 PM

Thanks Websniper.

kkim · October 18th, 2009, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg_E

Also buy a white helmet and paint it how you like, never buy a helmet for how it looks.

You should never paint a helmet unless you really know what you are doing with regards to compatibility between the paint and the particular helmet material. Incompatible paints can lead to weakening of the helmet shell material.

October 18th, 2009, 02:34 PM

IS White Greg. how can I paint it? I like it white though...I wanna another one...hey what do ya think of this one?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/New-D...Q5fMerchandise

or this one....

http://cgi.ebay.com/DOT-Easy-Rider-3...item2a017cb3cd

This is a mask for Halloween with a half face helmet

http://cgi.ebay.com/1-SKULL-SKELETON...item4399ffea9b

October 18th, 2009, 02:36 PM

kkim

ScraitT · October 18th, 2009, 02:38 PM

If you want a flip up type helmet, I would look for something like this instead...

I believe they are called Modular helmets. They offer the protection of a full face with the ability to flip open

October 18th, 2009, 02:40 PM

That's NEAT ScraitT Thanks!!

capt_bugaloo · October 18th, 2009, 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by websniper

Please, please, please buy a full face helmet!

After riding for 15 years, I switched over to a 3/4s helmet. I find it MUCH more comfortable than a full face. Less protection? Yeah, sure, but at some point you have to decide where the trade-off is between protection and comfort, and my point is with an open face.

Greg_E · October 18th, 2009, 02:53 PM

The best helmet I have used is a Schuberth Helme Concept, but they nolonger sell them in the USA. You can pick up leftover DOT stickered helmets for $70 most are in white because few people wanted white. The chin flips up which makes it nicer to put on. They are quiet and don't get caught by the wind as much and many other helmets. I think they also have some guides on the type of paints that can be used to decorate them safely. The Concept and the C2 essentially look the same:
http://www.schuberth.com/index.php?id=23&L=1

CZroe · October 18th, 2009, 03:02 PM

www.skullskins.net

October 18th, 2009, 03:43 PM

is Kevin's Garage? My Helmet is a 3/4

Anthony_marr · October 18th, 2009, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by websniper

Please, please, please buy a full face helmet! The stats are floating around out there on the internet, a large percentage of impacts to the head are the chin area. Sorry in advance for being preachy....

Check out the chin hit percentage.

October 18th, 2009, 04:50 PM

Majik · October 18th, 2009, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cute Scoot~

IS White Greg. how can I paint it? I like it white though...I wanna another one...hey what do ya think of this one?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/New-D...Q5fMerchandise

or this one....

http://cgi.ebay.com/DOT-Easy-Rider-3...item2a017cb3cd

This is a mask for Halloween with a half face helmet

http://cgi.ebay.com/1-SKULL-SKELETON...item4399ffea9b

I love the full face on Ebay. The skull bandana is pretty cool also! I like pink helmets too but I don't know if it would go good with my red bike. What do you think?

HKr1 · October 18th, 2009, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cute Scoot~

Where is Kevin's Garage?

He's a forum member.

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=25105

October 18th, 2009, 04:59 PM

Pink is a Ligher Red...My Bike is RED TOO.

It doesn't have to match

October 18th, 2009, 05:02 PM

hkr1

Anthony_marr · October 18th, 2009, 05:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cute Scoot~

Pink is a Ligher Red...My Bike is RED TOO.

It doesn't have to match

How's this:

in jsmotorsports.com

Majik · October 18th, 2009, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZroe

www.skullskins.net

Those are kewl!!! Thanks for sharing! Kewl site too with creepy music and all!

Majik · October 18th, 2009, 05:11 PM

ANTHONY: I love that one! Very nice!!!

Your right Tammy...I know it doesnt have to match. Actually, I love purple and I'm looking at some of those.

October 18th, 2009, 05:13 PM

wondering if I would feel claustrophobic

I like this one better as far as looks go

Anthony_marr · October 18th, 2009, 05:14 PM

Or this:

And a riding suit with shoulder, back, elbow, hip and knee padding.

ATGATT - All The Gear All The Time

Anthony_marr · October 18th, 2009, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cute Scoot~

wondering if I would feel claustrophobic

I like this one better as far as looks go

Nope. Once it's on, it feels it belongs. Only problem is if you want to scratch your chin, but it's better than having no chin left to scratch.

October 18th, 2009, 05:20 PM

YES Having a Chin is Nice!!

October 18th, 2009, 05:23 PM

Looks like I am gonna have to buy it online, cause of my Fancy Shmancy Taste.

Anthony_marr · October 18th, 2009, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cute Scoot~

Looks like I am gonna have to buy it online, cause of my Fancy Shmancy Taste.

Suggest going to a local store to try out a few off the shelf to determine the right size. Then order online.

While at the store, you could do some honest shopping - gloves, jacket, pants, boots...

... wind-proof lipstick.

Majik · October 18th, 2009, 05:40 PM

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the butterfly helmet. Sooo kewl!! Anthony is right, I would try on some helmets first before buying online. Also, different brands fit differently, so keep that in mind.

October 18th, 2009, 06:30 PM

Anthony

LOLOLLL The wind-proof lipstick!!!!

You know me!!! Hahahaha

But I know my size already, and I don't want to try on all kinds of helmets if they aren't the exact ones i want. I just want it NOW

Impatient ARIES

Anthony_marr · October 18th, 2009, 06:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cute Scoot~

Anthony

LOLOLLL The wind-proof lipstick!!!!

You know me!!! Hahahaha

But I know my size already, and I don't want to try on all kinds of helmets if they aren't the exact ones i want. I just want it NOW

Impatient ARIES

Impatient is a virtue - for an Aries. When ya get it, show us what ya got.

October 18th, 2009, 06:41 PM

I'll Think about it

But Yes the Impatience has proven to be a virtue, for the most part

killerkay3 · October 18th, 2009, 09:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScraitT

I believe they are called Modular helmets. They offer the protection of a full face with the ability to flip open

In my MSF course, the instructor had a modular helmet, he said they dont provide the same protection as a full face helmet because on a crash the part that flips open can break off

RedNinja09 · October 18th, 2009, 09:45 PM

I wear a 3/4 the helmet. I've worn a full face in the past but found they hot and suffocating. I cant hear as well either. I guess I get claustrophobic in a full face. They do look cool though and of course the functional part. I do have to say, next summer I believe I will be purchasing the full open full face. That is AWESOME !

CZroe · October 18th, 2009, 11:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Majik

Those are kewl!!! Thanks for sharing! Kewl site too with creepy music and all!

Heh heh... I usually turn the music off.

It's tough to browse on a tiny 'netbook too (have to use Kiosk mode for it to format well enough for the small screen). If none of the pretty ones they have are your thing, they do custom designs too.

CZroe · October 18th, 2009, 11:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cute Scoot~

Hi,
I am looking to buy a new Helmet. I want a real Pretty one with like a removeable half face shield. I saw some online that had a clear shield and a tinted one interchangeable. I am in New Jersey and want to know where there is a store that I can go in person that has Helmets like THESE. Maybe could be in a solid Pink color too. Thanks!

That first helmet looks like a G-MAX GM-17S. GMAX retail selection is kinda iffy, but I've seen them at Scooter Superstore in Tyrone, GA (all types), Cycle City Powersports in Newnan, GA (full face), Swamp Fox Motorsports in Tazewell/Bluefield, VA (Offroad/ATV), and Fun Bike Center (FBC) in San Diego, CA (a single solitary full face helmet). I'd look around because almost every place seems to have them as their cheap brand even though they only carry one or two. You'll likely have to order the design you want online (or special-order at the dealer), but at least you can try one on for size first. I never found an official GMAX dealer list but they aren't carried at Cycle Gear.

The second one is a KBC helmet. Unlike GMAX, they are widely available... for example, you can find them at all Cycle Gear stores and they can order the style you want if it's not in stock. KBC is considered a much better brand.

CZroe · October 18th, 2009, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by websniper

Please, please, please buy a full face helmet! The stats are floating around out there on the internet, a large percentage of impacts to the head are the chin area. Sorry in advance for being preachy....

I agree that it's important, but you must consider ALL the data. The chin piece DOES protrude.

That said, I'm still sticking with full-face non-modular. It's safer and it helps keep the noise down!

Ken · October 18th, 2009, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anthony_marr

Check out the chin hit percentage.

Jeez. My chin is exposed (sticks out maybe 1/2 cm with my new helmet). Should I be concerned?

ally99 · October 19th, 2009, 04:50 AM

Not to hijack your thread or anything, but I have a similar helmet-related question. Sorry if this is dumb. I notice on a lot of websites, they don't differentiate between women's helmets and men's like they do with apparel. Are helmets uni-sex? In other words, if I wear a small, would a "small" fit me whether it was actually a lady's helmet or not? Thanks! And yes, pretty helmets THAT FIT are very difficult to find! Ally

g21-30 · October 19th, 2009, 07:02 AM

Check out:

http://www.motorcyclecloseouts.com

for helmets, etc.

October 18th, 2009, 02:04 PM	#1
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	Pretty Helmets Hi, I am looking to buy a new Helmet. I want a real Pretty one with like a removeable half face shield. I saw some online that had a clear shield and a tinted one interchangeable. I am in New Jersey and want to know where there is a store that I can go in person that has Helmets like THESE. Maybe could be in a solid Pink color too. Thanks!

October 18th, 2009, 02:26 PM	#4
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	thinking Thanks Websniper.

October 18th, 2009, 02:34 PM	#6
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	my Helmet IS White Greg. how can I paint it? I like it white though...I wanna another one...hey what do ya think of this one? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/New-D...Q5fMerchandise or this one.... http://cgi.ebay.com/DOT-Easy-Rider-3...item2a017cb3cd This is a mask for Halloween with a half face helmet http://cgi.ebay.com/1-SKULL-SKELETON...item4399ffea9b

October 18th, 2009, 02:36 PM	#7
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	thanks kkim

October 18th, 2009, 02:38 PM	#8
ScraitT Green! Name: Tyler Location: S. Florida Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R, 04 Honda CRF230F, 94 Honda XR80R Posts: 505	If you want a flip up type helmet, I would look for something like this instead... I believe they are called Modular helmets. They offer the protection of a full face with the ability to flip open __________________________________________________ 2008 Green 250R

October 18th, 2009, 02:17 PM	#2
websniper New rider Name: Jarrod Location: Ephrata, PA Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Ninja 250 Posts: 42	Please, please, please buy a full face helmet! The stats are floating around out there on the internet, a large percentage of impacts to the head are the chin area. Sorry in advance for being preachy....

October 18th, 2009, 02:22 PM	#3
Greg_E ninjette.org sage Name: Greg Location: central new york Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 90 Suzuki gsx600f Katana, 03 Buell XB9R Posts: 868	Also buy a white helmet and paint it how you like, never buy a helmet for how it looks.

October 18th, 2009, 02:40 PM	#9
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	Nice! That's NEAT ScraitT Thanks!!

October 18th, 2009, 02:53 PM	#11
Greg_E ninjette.org sage Name: Greg Location: central new york Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 90 Suzuki gsx600f Katana, 03 Buell XB9R Posts: 868	The best helmet I have used is a Schuberth Helme Concept, but they nolonger sell them in the USA. You can pick up leftover DOT stickered helmets for $70 most are in white because few people wanted white. The chin flips up which makes it nicer to put on. They are quiet and don't get caught by the wind as much and many other helmets. I think they also have some guides on the type of paints that can be used to decorate them safely. The Concept and the C2 essentially look the same: http://www.schuberth.com/index.php?id=23&L=1

October 18th, 2009, 03:02 PM	#12
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	www.skullskins.net

October 18th, 2009, 03:43 PM	#13
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	Where is Kevin's Garage? My Helmet is a 3/4

October 18th, 2009, 04:50 PM	#15
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	hmmm

October 18th, 2009, 04:59 PM	#18
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	it goes Pink is a Ligher Red...My Bike is RED TOO. It doesn't have to match

October 18th, 2009, 05:02 PM	#19
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	Thanks hkr1

October 18th, 2009, 05:11 PM	#22
Majik ninjette.org member Name: Connie Location: Eastern Shore, Alabama Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250R RED! Posts: 89	ANTHONY: I love that one! Very nice!!! Your right Tammy...I know it doesnt have to match. Actually, I love purple and I'm looking at some of those. __________________________________________________ Connie

October 18th, 2009, 05:13 PM	#23
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	it's nice wondering if I would feel claustrophobic I like this one better as far as looks go

October 18th, 2009, 05:14 PM	#24
Anthony_marr ninjette.org guru Name: Anthony Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZZR 250; 1996 Suzuki Katana GSXF 600; 80s Yamaha 650 Special; 70s Kawasaki 350 Triple Posts: 448	Or this: And a riding suit with shoulder, back, elbow, hip and knee padding. ATGATT - All The Gear All The Time

October 18th, 2009, 05:20 PM	#26
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	Lol YES Having a Chin is Nice!!

October 18th, 2009, 05:23 PM	#27
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	well Looks like I am gonna have to buy it online, cause of my Fancy Shmancy Taste.

October 18th, 2009, 05:40 PM	#29
Majik ninjette.org member Name: Connie Location: Eastern Shore, Alabama Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250R RED! Posts: 89	I LOVE LOVE LOVE the butterfly helmet. Sooo kewl!! Anthony is right, I would try on some helmets first before buying online. Also, different brands fit differently, so keep that in mind. __________________________________________________ Connie

October 18th, 2009, 06:30 PM	#30
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	Lol! Anthony LOLOLLL The wind-proof lipstick!!!! You know me!!! Hahahaha But I know my size already, and I don't want to try on all kinds of helmets if they aren't the exact ones i want. I just want it NOW Impatient ARIES

October 18th, 2009, 06:41 PM	#32
Cute Scoot~ Guest Posts: n/a	ummm I'll Think about it But Yes the Impatience has proven to be a virtue, for the most part

October 18th, 2009, 09:45 PM	#34
RedNinja09 RedNinja09 Name: Chris Location: Carol Stream IL Join Date: Jul 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 Posts: 67	I wear a 3/4 the helmet. I've worn a full face in the past but found they hot and suffocating. I cant hear as well either. I guess I get claustrophobic in a full face. They do look cool though and of course the functional part. I do have to say, next summer I believe I will be purchasing the full open full face. That is AWESOME ! __________________________________________________ Chris

October 19th, 2009, 04:50 AM	#39
ally99 Ninja chick Name: Allyson Location: Athens, GA Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 4 MOTM - Dec '13, Feb '15	Helmet sizing Not to hijack your thread or anything, but I have a similar helmet-related question. Sorry if this is dumb. I notice on a lot of websites, they don't differentiate between women's helmets and men's like they do with apparel. Are helmets uni-sex? In other words, if I wear a small, would a "small" fit me whether it was actually a lady's helmet or not? Thanks! And yes, pretty helmets THAT FIT are very difficult to find! Ally __________________________________________________ Sometimes it's the journey that teaches you a lot about your destination. ~Drake Check out my Appalachian Trail journal, 2015! Postwhores are COOL! ~Allyson

October 19th, 2009, 07:02 AM	#40
g21-30 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sam Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R 2009 Posts: A lot.	Check out: http://www.motorcyclecloseouts.com for helmets, etc.

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