is this helmet big?

tinng321 · May 6th, 2009, 03:29 PM

It feels loose on me.
What do you think?
Thanks,
Tin

TnNinjaGirl · May 6th, 2009, 03:31 PM

If it feels loose, it probably is. Maybe your head is just too small. Think egotistical thoughts.

Also, pics/vid or whatever it was didn't work for me.

tinng321 · May 6th, 2009, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TnNinjaGirl

If it feels loose, it probably is. Maybe your head is just too small. Think egotistical thoughts.

Also, pics/vid or whatever it was didn't work for me.

Corrected the video link.
thanks,
Tin

TnNinjaGirl · May 6th, 2009, 03:49 PM

Looks a little loose to me, but my head isn't in it. Does it feel like it wants to pull your cheeks up a bit when you pull it up? When you have it on and secured you should be able to shake your head without it shifting, but it shouldn't be tight enough to give you a headache.

tinng321 · May 6th, 2009, 03:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TnNinjaGirl

Looks a little loose to me, but my head isn't in it. Does it feel like it wants to pull your cheeks up a bit when you pull it up? When you have it on and secured you should be able to shake your head without it shifting, but it shouldn't be tight enough to give you a headache.

Yes. if i pull the helmet to the left or right it will shift.
It's diffinitely big.
Thank you.
Tin

noche_caliente · May 6th, 2009, 04:15 PM

yup - it's too big, it shouldn't move anywhere near that much. I love your toddler bed though

tinng321 · May 6th, 2009, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by noche_caliente

yup - it's too big, it shouldn't move anywhere near that much. I love your toddler bed though

my bike is currently at my bro's house and i had them shipped everything there. that was my nephews' room. had to borrow their room to shoot the videos.
lolz.

MtnCruiser · May 6th, 2009, 06:36 PM

Definately looks too big to me. A new helmet should be pretty snug. Fasten the strap on the helmet then catch the back of the helmet and try to roll it forward off your head, if it will start to slide off it is too big.

BlueTyke · May 6th, 2009, 06:42 PM

Tooo biiiiigg!

My suggestion before you order another hit up some of the local shops and try them on. Each brand has a 'different' fit. It should be snug, as it has been said. Think of it this way... It is trying to protect your head if it hits the ground. If it shifts it most likely is going to shift if it hits...

Try on as many as you can to get a feel for their sizes and how they fit on your head. From there you can go online and get the right helmet.

tinng321 · May 6th, 2009, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlueTyke

Tooo biiiiigg!

My suggestion before you order another hit up some of the local shops and try them on. Each brand has a 'different' fit. It should be snug, as it has been said. Think of it this way... It is trying to protect your head if it hits the ground. If it shifts it most likely is going to shift if it hits...

Try on as many as you can to get a feel for their sizes and how they fit on your head. From there you can go online and get the right helmet.

I did try on a med HJC at a local dealer and it was a snug fit.
The model I tried on was cl-15. this one is a cl-sp. Does it matter? or all hjc helmets should have the same fitment?

Kolya1981 · May 6th, 2009, 06:47 PM

Definitely get to some shops and try on as many brands and models as you can. Every manufacturer is going to be a little different. I would have NEVER guessed in a million years that I would need an XL, but that's what fit me in the brand I ended up getting. For every other type of helmet I own (Mountain Biking, Skiing, Drag Racing), I have a Medium/Large.

OldGuy · May 6th, 2009, 06:47 PM

Too big but, next size down may not be comfortable. You may need to try another brand.

Some heads are round and some are oval. Each mfg will fit those heads different.

I went to the dealership and tried them on and if their price was more than what I can get from newenough + shipping guess where I buy it.

I know support the local dealership, yada, yada. They make enough money out of they guys that walk in and pay what ever they ask for what they are buying.

Grn99Kawi · May 6th, 2009, 06:48 PM

yeah its big for sure.. that second video is just beggin for some wacky music behind it.. your expressions are priceless!

Did you call the place to exchange it? I tried on at a local dealer.. xl fit me best with the HJC but my current helmet is a large.. who knows...

OldGuy · May 6th, 2009, 06:57 PM

Adam - I have had a Ninja talk to me but never wink. Love the avatar.

BlueTyke · May 6th, 2009, 07:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tinng321

I did try on a med HJC at a local dealer and it was a snug fit.
The model I tried on was cl-15. this one is a cl-sp. Does it matter? or all hjc helmets should have the same fitment?

I would think it would be about the same but if one was snug while the other is not I have to wonder if you got the right size... But then again CL-15 is one model and CL-SP is another...

When I got my Zox I tried on their basic ones because the one I wanted was painted. I got the size from that and was able to get it online..

Snake · May 6th, 2009, 07:13 PM

If it feels too loose now then wait till later. Helmets tend to stretch and the cushioning campacts making it even looser.

tinng321 · May 6th, 2009, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grn99Kawi

yeah its big for sure.. that second video is just beggin for some wacky music behind it.. your expressions are priceless!

Did you call the place to exchange it? I tried on at a local dealer.. xl fit me best with the HJC but my current helmet is a large.. who knows...

Yes, I called them up. They said I have to send an email to request for a return. Don't know why they can't process the exchange over phone. I will have to wait for the return confirmation # from them to ship it back. I can't order a new one cuz they will charge a $10 or 10% fee for refund. I have to send this one back, wait for them to get it and process the return for store credit, then I can order a new one. I wouldn't buy from them again. motorcyclcloseout.com
I had to return my red cortech jacket from motosport.com and they were nice and fast. processed it over the phone and gave me return confirmation over the phone. plus their shipping was fast. I ordered the cortech jacket from them on thursday and got it on sat. I ordered this helmet and a fieldsheer jacket on last weds and just got them today.

tinng321 · May 6th, 2009, 07:53 PM

there are 2 dealers near me. They have about 20-30 helmets on display but the problem is that out of those 20 or 30 there are only 4 or 5 different kind. the rest are duplicates. it's so frustrating to shop online. the shipping fee if i have to return will add up.

Sound Wave · May 6th, 2009, 09:24 PM

i had to return my jacket, my pants, my boots, and my gloves. so believe me. i know what you are going through.

i bought my helmet locally though. it is really hard to find the perfect fit otherwise. the salesperson also ended up changing out the cheek pieces for a more custom fit.

using the size chart, i was supposed to wear a med shoei. good thing i didn't order that online. when i got to the store, it wouldn't even fit halfway on my head.

May 6th, 2009, 03:29 PM	#1
tinng321 ninjette.org sage Name: Tin Location: NJ Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 black 250r (sold); '09 black zx6r Posts: 903	is this helmet big? It feels loose on me. What do you think? Thanks, Tin

May 6th, 2009, 06:42 PM	#9
BlueTyke So slow I'm first! Name: Sunny Location: San Jose, CA Join Date: Oct 2008 Motorcycle(s): 06 Kawasaki Ninja EX250 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 10	Tooo biiiiigg! My suggestion before you order another hit up some of the local shops and try them on. Each brand has a 'different' fit. It should be snug, as it has been said. Think of it this way... It is trying to protect your head if it hits the ground. If it shifts it most likely is going to shift if it hits... Try on as many as you can to get a feel for their sizes and how they fit on your head. From there you can go online and get the right helmet. __________________________________________________ Learn from the mistakes of others, you cannot make them all yourself. Save yourself the trouble and Learn.

May 6th, 2009, 06:47 PM	#11
Kolya1981 Generic User Title Name: Nick Location: PA, USA Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): Green 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R, Slate 2009 Triumph StreetTriple R Posts: 110	Definitely get to some shops and try on as many brands and models as you can. Every manufacturer is going to be a little different. I would have NEVER guessed in a million years that I would need an XL, but that's what fit me in the brand I ended up getting. For every other type of helmet I own (Mountain Biking, Skiing, Drag Racing), I have a Medium/Large. __________________________________________________ 2008 Ninja 250R Kawi Green - Bikelitez Fiberglass Undertail w/LED Turn Signals, Carbon Fiber Tank Protector 2009 Triumph StreetTriple R Matte Graphite - Arrow Titanium Exhaust, Belly Pan

May 6th, 2009, 06:47 PM	#12
OldGuy Live Life Name: Don Location: Lincoln, NE Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Green SE Ninja 250 Posts: A lot.	Too big but, next size down may not be comfortable. You may need to try another brand. Some heads are round and some are oval. Each mfg will fit those heads different. I went to the dealership and tried them on and if their price was more than what I can get from newenough + shipping guess where I buy it. I know support the local dealership, yada, yada. They make enough money out of they guys that walk in and pay what ever they ask for what they are buying. __________________________________________________ - ATGATT - Scorpion EX700 Hi-Vis Helmet, First Gear MeshTek 3.0 Jacket, TourMaster Transition 2 Jacket and Flex Pants, Sidi Doha boots

May 6th, 2009, 06:48 PM	#13
Grn99Kawi ninjette.org sage Name: A Location: Long Island, NY Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2000 Honda CBR600F4 (sold) 1999 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 586	yeah its big for sure.. that second video is just beggin for some wacky music behind it.. your expressions are priceless! Did you call the place to exchange it? I tried on at a local dealer.. xl fit me best with the HJC but my current helmet is a large.. who knows... __________________________________________________ 2000 Honda CBR600F4 Silver and Red 1999 Kawi Racing Green Ninja 250 sold

May 6th, 2009, 03:31 PM	#2
TnNinjaGirl Ms. Personality Name: CB Location: Murvill, TN Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): Depends on the week you ask Posts: A lot.	If it feels loose, it probably is. Maybe your head is just too small. Think egotistical thoughts. Also, pics/vid or whatever it was didn't work for me.

May 6th, 2009, 03:49 PM	#4
TnNinjaGirl Ms. Personality Name: CB Location: Murvill, TN Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): Depends on the week you ask Posts: A lot.	Looks a little loose to me, but my head isn't in it. Does it feel like it wants to pull your cheeks up a bit when you pull it up? When you have it on and secured you should be able to shake your head without it shifting, but it shouldn't be tight enough to give you a headache.

May 6th, 2009, 04:15 PM	#6
noche_caliente ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kim Location: mundo de ensueño Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 250 Posts: A lot.	yup - it's too big, it shouldn't move anywhere near that much. I love your toddler bed though

May 6th, 2009, 06:36 PM	#8
MtnCruiser ninjette.org member Name: Tim Location: NE Georgia Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2 2004 Ninja 250 and 2008 VTX 1300 Posts: 47	Definately looks too big to me. A new helmet should be pretty snug. Fasten the strap on the helmet then catch the back of the helmet and try to roll it forward off your head, if it will start to slide off it is too big.

May 6th, 2009, 06:57 PM	#14
OldGuy Live Life Name: Don Location: Lincoln, NE Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Green SE Ninja 250 Posts: A lot.	Adam - I have had a Ninja talk to me but never wink. Love the avatar. __________________________________________________ - ATGATT - Scorpion EX700 Hi-Vis Helmet, First Gear MeshTek 3.0 Jacket, TourMaster Transition 2 Jacket and Flex Pants, Sidi Doha boots

May 6th, 2009, 07:13 PM	#16
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	If it feels too loose now then wait till later. Helmets tend to stretch and the cushioning campacts making it even looser.

May 6th, 2009, 07:53 PM	#18
tinng321 ninjette.org sage Name: Tin Location: NJ Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 black 250r (sold); '09 black zx6r Posts: 903	there are 2 dealers near me. They have about 20-30 helmets on display but the problem is that out of those 20 or 30 there are only 4 or 5 different kind. the rest are duplicates. it's so frustrating to shop online. the shipping fee if i have to return will add up.

May 6th, 2009, 09:24 PM	#19
Sound Wave Ramen Rider Name: Gary Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2015 BMW R1200R, 08 Honda VFR800A (sold), 09 Ninja 250R (sold) Posts: A lot.	i had to return my jacket, my pants, my boots, and my gloves. so believe me. i know what you are going through. i bought my helmet locally though. it is really hard to find the perfect fit otherwise. the salesperson also ended up changing out the cheek pieces for a more custom fit. using the size chart, i was supposed to wear a med shoei. good thing i didn't order that online. when i got to the store, it wouldn't even fit halfway on my head.

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