Time for a new helmet, opinions?

2fidyswag · July 21st, 2013, 12:15 PM

Right now I have an AGV k4 EVO,only have had it for about a year but I will be getting a new one in the next few months as I save up.

I'm choosing between 1. an AGV GP-Tech (roughly $500-$600)carbon Kevlar construction http://www.revzilla.com/product/agv-...gp-tech-helmet

2. skyline http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/a...helmet-solids- 2-piece dual-density Carbon glass ($350)

3. Icon Variant http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/icon-variant-helmet ($370)

So I know I want a white helmet so color is already known, I just wondered if you guys had any input on which one. The GP-tech helmet is obviously way more than the others, and I'd be okay with that if that means more safety. It's made with carbon kevlar construction while the other helmets seem to be carbonglass. Is there any difference as far as protection? So is the gp-tech helmet more money for comfort only, or is there any safety pros to it also? If it's just comfort, I'd go with a cheaper helmet because my $220 agvk4 evo was great for me.

Motofool · July 21st, 2013, 12:19 PM

Consider comfort as a very important point.

The hardness-lightness of the shell is important, but what really can save your brains from becoming liquid due to sudden deceleration is the impact absorbing material inside.

Don't rely on these things, they protect only up to certain point.
The best protecting gear is the one which your skills prevent from being tested.

Protecting gear is the very last line of defense that we have.
We cannot really afford having to use it.

Snake · July 21st, 2013, 12:20 PM

I recommend #2 the agv-skyline-helmet

Gurk · July 21st, 2013, 12:56 PM

4. Nexx Xr1r

You're welcome

(if you insist, I'll choose gp-tech out of those 3)

Continuous · July 21st, 2013, 01:03 PM

If you want a white helmet, I would go with the Icon Airframe Construct. I have had people tell me the Variant will start tugging back on your head at speed, but I don't know how credible that is. I have an Icon Airmada and I am very impressed with the comfort and air flow.

Panda · July 21st, 2013, 04:39 PM

I'd choose the one that fit best.

JBizzle · July 23rd, 2013, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2fidyswag

Right now I have an AGV k4 EVO,only have had it for about a year but I will be getting a new one in the next few months as I save up.

I'm choosing between 1. an AGV GP-Tech (roughly $500-$600)carbon Kevlar construction http://www.revzilla.com/product/agv-...gp-tech-helmet

2. skyline http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/a...helmet-solids- 2-piece dual-density Carbon glass ($350)

3. Icon Variant http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/icon-variant-helmet ($370)

So I know I want a white helmet so color is already known, I just wondered if you guys had any input on which one. The GP-tech helmet is obviously way more than the others, and I'd be okay with that if that means more safety. It's made with carbon kevlar construction while the other helmets seem to be carbonglass. Is there any difference as far as protection? So is the gp-tech helmet more money for comfort only, or is there any safety pros to it also? If it's just comfort, I'd go with a cheaper helmet because my $220 agvk4 evo was great for me.

I was looking at the Icon Variant and tried it on but didn't find it very comfortable and ended up going with a Shoei RF-1100 for $30 more.

July 21st, 2013, 12:15 PM	#1
2fidyswag ninjette.org member Name: Jay Location: Az Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): Kawasaki Ninja 250, Kawasaki 650 Posts: 113	Time for a new helmet, opinions? Right now I have an AGV k4 EVO,only have had it for about a year but I will be getting a new one in the next few months as I save up. I'm choosing between 1. an AGV GP-Tech (roughly $500-$600)carbon Kevlar construction http://www.revzilla.com/product/agv-...gp-tech-helmet 2. skyline http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/a...helmet-solids- 2-piece dual-density Carbon glass ($350) 3. Icon Variant http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/icon-variant-helmet ($370) So I know I want a white helmet so color is already known, I just wondered if you guys had any input on which one. The GP-tech helmet is obviously way more than the others, and I'd be okay with that if that means more safety. It's made with carbon kevlar construction while the other helmets seem to be carbonglass. Is there any difference as far as protection? So is the gp-tech helmet more money for comfort only, or is there any safety pros to it also? If it's just comfort, I'd go with a cheaper helmet because my $220 agvk4 evo was great for me.

July 21st, 2013, 01:03 PM	#5
Continuous ninjette.org member Name: Jon Location: Maryville Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250r SE Posts: 16	If you want a white helmet, I would go with the Icon Airframe Construct. I have had people tell me the Variant will start tugging back on your head at speed, but I don't know how credible that is. I have an Icon Airmada and I am very impressed with the comfort and air flow. __________________________________________________ "Ride fast enough that you can't take your mind off riding, but not so fast that you get worried about crashing"

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July 21st, 2013, 12:19 PM	#2
Motofool Daily Ninjette rider Name: Hernan Location: Florida Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. MOTY - 2016, MOTM - Dec '12, Jan '14, Jan '15, May '16	Consider comfort as a very important point. The hardness-lightness of the shell is important, but what really can save your brains from becoming liquid due to sudden deceleration is the impact absorbing material inside. Don't rely on these things, they protect only up to certain point. The best protecting gear is the one which your skills prevent from being tested. Protecting gear is the very last line of defense that we have. We cannot really afford having to use it. __________________________________________________ *Motofool* *.................................Never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly* "Mankind is composed of two sorts of men — those who love and create, and those who hate and destroy. Love is the bond between men, the way to teach and the center of the world." - José Martí

July 21st, 2013, 12:20 PM	#3
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	I recommend #2 the agv-skyline-helmet

July 21st, 2013, 12:56 PM	#4
Gurk Done here. Name: - Location: Track Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): - Posts: A lot.	4. Nexx Xr1r You're welcome (if you insist, I'll choose gp-tech out of those 3)

July 21st, 2013, 04:39 PM	#6
Panda not an actual panda Name: dan Location: philadelphia Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250, 2009 CBR600RR (Sold) Posts: A lot.	I'd choose the one that fit best.