New Helmet! YES!

burningscooter · October 27th, 2011, 09:43 AM

Well, I ordered a new helmet last Friday and it finally arrived. I felt like this needed to be shared. LOL

The helmet is solidly built. Much better than my current helmet. Everything from the padding to the straps are solidly built. Cant wait to actually test this thing out.

Here are some photos.

A side by side shot of my helmets.

TRIBUTE

J_Bahhtu · October 27th, 2011, 10:04 AM

that thing is DOPE! rock that Rossi helmet hard. Great buy

kaiserz · October 27th, 2011, 10:28 AM

Damn that thing is HOT!

cuz · October 27th, 2011, 10:39 AM

wow!! off the chats cool
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burningscooter · October 27th, 2011, 03:35 PM

Thanks. Pictures just dont do this helmet any justice. The colors are so vibrant, and the attention to detail is unmatched, especially with so much going on in a helmet.

Lil_Green_Demon · October 27th, 2011, 05:33 PM

Damn, both of your helmets are hawt!

Kanestar · October 30th, 2011, 10:25 AM

coach bag.... baaaalllliiinnn

burningscooter · October 30th, 2011, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kanestar

coach bag.... baaaalllliiinnn

That outlet son!

lol

setasai · October 30th, 2011, 11:45 AM

Is that your current helmet on the left? Looks good to me. If not exactly the same.

AGV is one of those brands you dont hear about often but the quality surprises me just as often.

burningscooter · October 30th, 2011, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by setasai

Is that your current helmet on the left? Looks good to me. If not exactly the same.

AGV is one of those brands you dont hear about often but the quality surprises me just as often.

Yes the one on the left is my current. The shape of the helmets are very similar because it is the entry helmet and borrows a lot of features from the GP-Tech (the one on the right). They are both meant for the tuck position.

On another note, I cant say Ive ever walked into a motorcycle store where they carried AGV helmets.

Just some specs for the people who look for safety ratings, the new helmet is:

AGV GP-Tech

*DOT
*ECE 22.05
*SHARP 5 Star Rating
*ACU Gold

setasai · October 30th, 2011, 12:15 PM

So what was wrong with the other one then that you would call it less solidly built?

burningscooter · October 30th, 2011, 12:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by setasai

So what was wrong with the other one then that you would call it less solidly built?

There is nothing wrong with my current helmet (i still plan to where the shiiit out of it), however, you can tell immediately the difference in build quality just by holding the two helmets in your hands and on your head. This is probably due to the reasons listed below:

K3 Shell - High resistant Thermoplastic
Gp Tech Shell - SSL (Super-Super-Light) Karbon-Kevlar

K3 Fabrics - No IDEA
Gp-Tech Fabrics - CoolMax

Gp-Tech is also a triple shell helmet XS,S ; M, L; XL, XXL
K3- Single Shell for all sizes with different padding inside to suit the head size.

Also, the retention system on this thing is quite beefy. I can only imagine the type of force it took to snap off the retention system in Marco Simoncelli's helmet.

Maybe Ill rip apart the internals here and snap some photos to show the difference. lol

blink · October 30th, 2011, 01:19 PM

nice man!

setasai · October 30th, 2011, 02:54 PM

Ah I see. Wasnt aware they were completely different models. They look so similar. Really shows you cant judge a helmet by their pictures and that you must see a helmet in person.

burningscooter · October 31st, 2011, 01:27 PM

I assumed that anyone looking at that Rossi helmet knew exactly what make and model it was. LOL
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setasai · October 31st, 2011, 01:30 PM

Haha I'm not as knowledgable as the rest of you. Otherwise you're probably right to assume that.

Rollin.. · October 31st, 2011, 01:33 PM

nice helmet..and where did you get that simoncelli sticker?

Malicious Logic · October 31st, 2011, 01:55 PM

Nice helmet. Can't really say that I'd wear it or that I know who number 46 is but if you're a colorful kinda person, I can see it being cool.

CC Cowboy · October 31st, 2011, 01:59 PM

There is a guy who races that has the same helmet. He doesn't seem to be doing that good. Hope you can ride better than he does.

Honko · October 31st, 2011, 02:59 PM

^

burningscooter · October 31st, 2011, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC Cowboy

There is a guy who races that has the same helmet. He doesn't seem to be doing that good. Hope you can ride better than he does.

Yeah, I cant deny it. Its been an awful year for him. Hopefully Ducati and Rossi figure something out for the upcoming 2012 season and a return to the liter bikes.

A throwback. Notice the number 1 on his leathers. He had that from 2001-2005; 2008-09. Hopefully he will wear it again. lolol

DarC · October 31st, 2011, 06:06 PM

I've like that helmet since it came out. Great design as always from Drudi. I just picked up a K3 to throw into the weekly rotation, definitely can tell between the two like you mentioned although the K3 is still pretty darn nice

Now I'm just trying to find a bright/ridiculous helmet for track/canyon days.

burningscooter · October 31st, 2011, 06:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DarC

I've like that helmet since it came out. Great design as always from Drudi. I just picked up a K3 to throw into the weekly rotation, definitely can tell between the two like you mentioned although the K3 is still pretty darn nice

Now I'm just trying to find a bright/ridiculous helmet for track/canyon days.

Yeah man, love this helmet design. I did a quick ride with the Gp-Tech, I dont think ill be wearing it during the colder months. It will definitely be strictly for summer riding. Moves so much air, and is surprisingly just as quiet when compared to the K3. Ill be riding the hell out of my K3.

My next helmet ive planned already, will be a Lorenzo replica. lol

Trailerboy531 · October 31st, 2011, 06:30 PM

Where did you get that Simoncelli sticker? I've been trying to think of a way to put something on my helmet for him..

burningscooter · October 31st, 2011, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trailerboy531

Where did you get that Simoncelli sticker? I've been trying to think of a way to put something on my helmet for him..

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rollin..

nice helmet..and where did you get that simoncelli sticker?

I got it off ebay. The guy makes custom ones also, you just need to ask/request.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Marco-Simonc...item3cbd9fce09

DarC · October 31st, 2011, 06:39 PM

I like the sticker too, I went with the tried and true local graphics man for all of my helmets:

Kevin2109 · November 1st, 2011, 10:08 AM

Very cool!! I normally dont think any helmet compares with mine but damn that thing is pretty sexy

burningscooter · November 1st, 2011, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevin2109

Very cool!! I normally dont think any helmet compares with mine but damn that thing is pretty sexy

It is MUCH MUCH better in person. Pictures do this helmet no justice.

Trailerboy531 · November 1st, 2011, 10:26 AM

I would totally dig a green 58 like DarC has; simple yet those who know will fully understand.
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burningscooter · November 27th, 2011, 06:29 PM

Put some time in behind the new helmet. It feels great and just very very light. Its surprisingly quiet compared to the K3, which imo, is a very quiet helmet. The field of view is excellent and works well while tucked. For those wondering, the fitment is almost exactly like a SHoei RF1100.

TBC · November 27th, 2011, 09:25 PM

So you would recommend the K3? I'm thinking of picking one up. I quite like the design and the white "Gothic" graphics...

burningscooter · November 28th, 2011, 06:38 AM

I definitely recommend the K3. Here is the review that sold me on it.

http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...helmet/agv-k3/

This helmet fits similar to a shoei rf1100, so, if you can fit one of those, then you will most likely fit this.

Also the GOTHIC is slick.

EDIT: Its also worth mentioning that for the same price, you can pick up a more robust version of the K3, The K4. Whether or not it has Rossi graphics though, I do not know.

TBC · November 28th, 2011, 05:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burningscooter

I definitely recommend the K3. Here is the review that sold me on it.

Thanks! Just pulled the trigger on it

. Now if only I had the time/weather to ride...

burningscooter · November 28th, 2011, 06:28 PM

@TBC you will thoroughly enjoy it man. Take pics and post!

TBC · November 28th, 2011, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burningscooter

Take pics and post!

Will do! The darned wait is the hardest part

.

burningscooter · November 28th, 2011, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TBC

Will do! The darned wait is the hardest part

.

Yes it is. Its like Christmas. At least you ordered it on a Monday, which means you should get it this week! lol

TBC · December 4th, 2011, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burningscooter

Yes it is. Its like Christmas. At least you ordered it on a Monday, which means you should get it this week! lol

Pretty sure the helmet is too big. It's going back this week for a size exchange

.

burningscooter · December 6th, 2011, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TBC

Pretty sure the helmet is too big. It's going back this week for a size exchange

.

BOOO. are you aiming for a Large than? Where was it too loose around?

TBC · December 6th, 2011, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burningscooter

BOOO. are you aiming for a Large than? Where was it too loose around?

Yes, aiming for a large. It was just generally too loose! I could rotate it side to side, tilt it up and down, move it horizontally, a bit vertically... I have a video, but it's really shameful

.

I'm just hoping a large fits. We'll see by the end of the week!

andylawcc · December 6th, 2011, 08:06 PM

i have the K3, while the paint job and graphic looks real nice (a lot nicer than Shoei and Arai imo, but that's subjective), the padding is one of the worst I have. It kinda kinda like a piece of sandpaper rubbing against my face, and I have plenty of entry helmets to compare from. Also the visor oddly fog up easily.

it's still one of the nicest looking helmet, easily mistaken for a GP or Ti Tech.

October 27th, 2011, 09:43 AM	#1
burningscooter clutch Name: nameless Location: Maryland Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): L1 GSXR600 Posts: 543	New Helmet! YES! AGV GP-TECH Well, I ordered a new helmet last Friday and it finally arrived. I felt like this needed to be shared. LOL The helmet is solidly built. Much better than my current helmet. Everything from the padding to the straps are solidly built. Cant wait to actually test this thing out. Here are some photos. A side by side shot of my helmets. TRIBUTE Last futzed with by burningscooter; November 27th, 2011 at 06:25 PM.

October 27th, 2011, 05:33 PM	#6
Lil_Green_Demon Winging It In Life Name: Umar Location: SoCal Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250R; 2011 250R (sold) Posts: A lot.	Damn, both of your helmets are hawt! __________________________________________________ 2011 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (Bought - Apr 22, 2011; Sold - Feb 17, 2015) 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (Bought - May 01, 2017; Current)

October 30th, 2011, 01:19 PM	#13
blink Always. Name: Alex Location: Calgary, AB Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250, '05 GSX-R600 Posts: A lot.	nice man! __________________________________________________ blink-182

October 31st, 2011, 01:59 PM	#19
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	There is a guy who races that has the same helmet. He doesn't seem to be doing that good. Hope you can ride better than he does. __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

October 31st, 2011, 06:06 PM	#22
DarC DUCEATR Name: Dan Location: El Paso, Texas Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): RVT1000R Posts: 628	I've like that helmet since it came out. Great design as always from Drudi. I just picked up a K3 to throw into the weekly rotation, definitely can tell between the two like you mentioned although the K3 is still pretty darn nice Now I'm just trying to find a bright/ridiculous helmet for track/canyon days. __________________________________________________ 2001 SP1 RC51- #62 -Akrapovic Ti, PCIII, Colin Edward's first baby tooth, Honda Racing sticker, some Japanese doods best attempt at Engrish scribbled on my engine block, little touch of soul.

October 27th, 2011, 10:04 AM	#2
J_Bahhtu ninjette.org member Name: Justin Location: Los Alamitos Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250 Posts: 45	that thing is DOPE! rock that Rossi helmet hard. Great buy

October 27th, 2011, 10:28 AM	#3
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	Damn that thing is HOT!

October 27th, 2011, 10:39 AM	#4
cuz cuz Name: Israel Location: Houston (me) Galveston Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 09 ninja 250r Posts: A lot.	wow!! off the chats cool Posted via Mobile Device

October 27th, 2011, 03:35 PM	#5
burningscooter clutch Name: nameless Location: Maryland Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): L1 GSXR600 Posts: 543	Thanks. Pictures just dont do this helmet any justice. The colors are so vibrant, and the attention to detail is unmatched, especially with so much going on in a helmet.

October 30th, 2011, 10:25 AM	#7
Kanestar ninjette.org member Name: Kane Location: Las Vegas Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 Posts: 40	coach bag.... baaaalllliiinnn

October 30th, 2011, 11:45 AM	#9
setasai ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Brian Location: Detroit, MI Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Green Posts: A lot.	Is that your current helmet on the left? Looks good to me. If not exactly the same. AGV is one of those brands you dont hear about often but the quality surprises me just as often.

October 30th, 2011, 12:15 PM	#11
setasai ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Brian Location: Detroit, MI Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Green Posts: A lot.	So what was wrong with the other one then that you would call it less solidly built?

October 30th, 2011, 02:54 PM	#14
setasai ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Brian Location: Detroit, MI Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Green Posts: A lot.	Ah I see. Wasnt aware they were completely different models. They look so similar. Really shows you cant judge a helmet by their pictures and that you must see a helmet in person.

October 31st, 2011, 01:27 PM	#15
burningscooter clutch Name: nameless Location: Maryland Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): L1 GSXR600 Posts: 543	I assumed that anyone looking at that Rossi helmet knew exactly what make and model it was. LOL Posted via Mobile Device

October 31st, 2011, 01:30 PM	#16
setasai ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Brian Location: Detroit, MI Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Green Posts: A lot.	Haha I'm not as knowledgable as the rest of you. Otherwise you're probably right to assume that.

October 31st, 2011, 01:33 PM	#17
Rollin.. ninjette.org member Name: Ron Location: Jersey Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 Posts: 133	nice helmet..and where did you get that simoncelli sticker?

October 31st, 2011, 01:55 PM	#18
Malicious Logic hates stupid people Name: Mark Location: Oklahoma City Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2005 ZX6R Posts: 860	Nice helmet. Can't really say that I'd wear it or that I know who number 46 is but if you're a colorful kinda person, I can see it being cool.

October 31st, 2011, 02:59 PM	#20
Honko ninjette.org sage Name: Hyon Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Green SE Posts: 574	^

October 31st, 2011, 06:30 PM	#24
Trailerboy531 Gear crash test dummy Name: Max Location: South Bay (So. Cal) Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 race bike, 2014 ZX-636r Posts: A lot.	Where did you get that Simoncelli sticker? I've been trying to think of a way to put something on my helmet for him..

October 31st, 2011, 06:39 PM	#26
DarC DUCEATR Name: Dan Location: El Paso, Texas Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): RVT1000R Posts: 628	I like the sticker too, I went with the tried and true local graphics man for all of my helmets: __________________________________________________ 2001 SP1 RC51- #62 -Akrapovic Ti, PCIII, Colin Edward's first baby tooth, Honda Racing sticker, some Japanese doods best attempt at Engrish scribbled on my engine block, little touch of soul.

November 1st, 2011, 10:08 AM	#27
Kevin2109 KThanksBye Name: Kevin Location: Orange County Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2006 zx636r Posts: A lot.	Very cool!! I normally dont think any helmet compares with mine but damn that thing is pretty sexy __________________________________________________ ----> My Youtube! <---- Unregistered, watch my youtube page!

November 1st, 2011, 10:26 AM	#29
Trailerboy531 Gear crash test dummy Name: Max Location: South Bay (So. Cal) Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 race bike, 2014 ZX-636r Posts: A lot.	I would totally dig a green 58 like DarC has; simple yet those who know will fully understand. Posted via Mobile Device

November 27th, 2011, 06:29 PM	#30
burningscooter clutch Name: nameless Location: Maryland Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): L1 GSXR600 Posts: 543	Put some time in behind the new helmet. It feels great and just very very light. Its surprisingly quiet compared to the K3, which imo, is a very quiet helmet. The field of view is excellent and works well while tucked. For those wondering, the fitment is almost exactly like a SHoei RF1100.

November 27th, 2011, 09:25 PM	#31
TBC ninjette.org guru Name: Dave Location: Pittsburgh Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2004 Ninja 250F Posts: 308	So you would recommend the K3? I'm thinking of picking one up. I quite like the design and the white "Gothic" graphics...

November 28th, 2011, 06:38 AM	#32
burningscooter clutch Name: nameless Location: Maryland Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): L1 GSXR600 Posts: 543	I definitely recommend the K3. Here is the review that sold me on it. http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...helmet/agv-k3/ This helmet fits similar to a shoei rf1100, so, if you can fit one of those, then you will most likely fit this. Also the GOTHIC is slick. EDIT: Its also worth mentioning that for the same price, you can pick up a more robust version of the K3, The K4. Whether or not it has Rossi graphics though, I do not know.

November 28th, 2011, 06:28 PM	#34
burningscooter clutch Name: nameless Location: Maryland Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): L1 GSXR600 Posts: 543	@TBC you will thoroughly enjoy it man. Take pics and post!

December 6th, 2011, 08:06 PM	#40
andylawcc ninjette.org guru Name: andy Location: san gabriel Join Date: Jan 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 faster red Posts: 397	i have the K3, while the paint job and graphic looks real nice (a lot nicer than Shoei and Arai imo, but that's subjective), the padding is one of the worst I have. It kinda kinda like a piece of sandpaper rubbing against my face, and I have plenty of entry helmets to compare from. Also the visor oddly fog up easily. it's still one of the nicest looking helmet, easily mistaken for a GP or Ti Tech.

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