May 4th, 2011, 02:44 AM | #1 |
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hjc cl-16
does anyone have it? is it good? any coments?
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May 4th, 2011, 05:33 AM | #2 |
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Name: John
Location: Grand Rapids, Mi
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I have the CL-16 Narrl version and so far I love the thing. Haven't had a chance to take it out though as my MSF is this weekend. But wearing the thing for a bit to get use to it was comfortable and breathable.
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May 4th, 2011, 05:34 AM | #3 |
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Location: Philadelphia
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Can't remember which model, but I have the HJC that has the built-in tinted sunglass thing you can raise and lower. Probably a pretty similar helmet to the CL-16.
I've been happy with it. I mainly bought it so that I didn't always have to fiddle with sunglasses (thanks to the internal visor thing). I find it comfortable, but it is probably a bit noisy compared to a more expensive helmet. Crashed in a older HJC a few years ago and it did it's job. No real complaints from me.
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May 4th, 2011, 05:36 AM | #4 |
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One thing that I do HATE about the HJCs is that they don't have a visor stop that will let you leave it just a bit cracked (not sure if that makes sense). I like to have the visor cracked just a bit on warm days, but I'm stuck with either completely closed or half open.
I had an Icon at one point that had a lot more stops, which allowed me to keep the visor reliably cracked half an inch or so.
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May 4th, 2011, 05:45 AM | #5 |
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Name: Barak
Location: South-Central PA
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My brother has it and let me try it out for a day. Very quiet compared to my current lid. I like how it leaves a little bit of extra space for my ears so they're not smashed flat. The only reason I haven't gotten one is because the liner seems to have an issue that causes my hair to become statically charged. Definitely don't want to show up to work looking like I stuck my finger in an electrical outlet.
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May 4th, 2011, 06:29 AM | #6 |
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Location: Sunset, UT
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I have the CL-16. It's my first helmet so I can't compare to other helmets, but I can't complain. It is comfortable and I can see pretty good. Just make sure you use the pinlock system to help keep your visor fog free!
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May 4th, 2011, 08:21 AM | #7 |
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I have the CL-15 (last years model) and it's a good helmet especially for the price... I don't know everything that they might have changed but I know my helmet is a bit heavy and a little noisy. Although a lot of the noisy problem might be because of my growler slipon.
For the price... I would do it again, in fact I bought my wife the CS-R1 because I liked mine so much
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May 4th, 2011, 12:21 PM | #8 |
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Name: Joon
Location: Orange County, CA
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It's my first and only helmet. I've been using it daily for the last five months and I would recommend it as a decent entry-level helmet. It only gets uncomfortable for me after about an hour and a half of riding, but I think it has to do with my square head shape.
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May 4th, 2011, 12:32 PM | #9 |
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Name: Ruslan
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Thanks everyone i still dont have a motorcycle but im trying to get safety gear together when i get money while im searching for a job XD so im hopeing to get this helmet now then i will have the helmet ,icon stryker vest ,and shift fury gloves
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May 4th, 2011, 02:37 PM | #10 |
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I have an older CL-14 (probably getting time to replace it) and it's much more comfortable than my old Shoei RF800. Just remember while one particular helmet fits great for one guy/gal it may be painful for you to wear. You'll have to try on a few and find one that's best for you.
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May 5th, 2011, 09:52 AM | #11 | |
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Just go to a few different stores and try a bunch in your price range. I know how much Shoei's and Arai's come recommended but I can't find a single one that remotely resembles the shape of my head. |
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May 5th, 2011, 05:14 PM | #12 |
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I have a flat black cl-16 and i ****ing hate it, quiet up till 60mph then wind wind wind, i feel the FOV is too narrow and its heavy as hell. It was the first one i got and rode with it for a while. I switched to the SS1000 its quieter at 60mph and above then the hjc was but nosier at lower level speeds. Its way lighter with better ventilation. I ride quite long distances and am on the bike a long time though so lighter was a feature i needed and i was willing to let it make a bit more noise.
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May 5th, 2011, 07:01 PM | #13 | |
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