Helmet Help - Flip up Sunshield

camaroz1985 · March 5th, 2009, 10:27 PM

I was looking at getting a new helmet, and I was interested in a helmet with the built in flip up sunshield similar to:

HJC IS-16

HJC FS-10

Scorpion EXO-1000

I currently switch back and forth between a tinted shield and clear shield, but can't always carry them both with me so if I go out around sunset I have to deal with the glare. Most people would just wear sunglasses under their helmet, but I wear glasses and do not want to get prescription sunglasses.

Does anyone have any of these helmets, or knows of any alternatives? I know they make the pin lock shields so I could always use that, but I like the ability to change without stopping.

I also wish this feature could be used on the EXO-700 because I would like to have the Hi-Viz Yellow version of that.

Sound Wave · March 6th, 2009, 03:28 AM

don't know if this is any good, but have you seen this?
http://www.webbikeworld.com/r4/photo...orcycle-visor/

this one is by the same company and looks REALLY cool!!
http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcyc...atic-visor.htm

g21-30 · March 6th, 2009, 04:45 AM

Newenough currently has some HJC helmets "reduced"! Check them out:

http://www.newenough.com/closeouts/helmets/

camaroz1985 · March 6th, 2009, 06:51 AM

Thanks for the link Gary. Not sure how I feel about the photochromic visor. The electronic one seems cool, but I can't find it on their site.

Sam, I saw them there, but actually the IS-16 is not reduced, but on sale for less than the FS-10. That is what originally got me to thinking about this.

Cali619 · March 6th, 2009, 07:32 AM

Hi Ryan , I just ordered this one, I believe has what you may want, its the 09 model.

http://www.newenough.com/helmets_eye...le_helmet.html

camaroz1985 · March 6th, 2009, 07:59 AM

Hmmm, I'm not sure if I like the Flip up chin. If you don't mind me asking what was the price on that one?

Cali619 · March 6th, 2009, 08:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camaroz1985

Hmmm, I'm not sure if I like the Flip up chin. If you don't mind me asking what was the price on that one?

After taxes and shipping included it was $158.00 USD saved about 60 bucks off the MSRP.

Ive never used a flip up chin type of helmet but since I smoke ciggs It makes it easier for my lazy arse :P

xTKx · March 6th, 2009, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cali619

Hi Ryan , I just ordered this one, I believe has what you may want, its the 09 model.

http://www.newenough.com/helmets_eye...le_helmet.html

For some reason the grey helmet reminds me of that old movie The Rocketeer....

well, maybe not.

camaroz1985 · March 6th, 2009, 08:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cali619

After taxes and shipping included it was $158.00 USD saved about 60 bucks off the MSRP.

Ive never used a flip up chin type of helmet but since I smoke ciggs It makes it easier for my lazy arse :P

Haha the things you smokers will do

Not a consideration for me, but makes some sense. The IS-16 is $137 in white or black and if you work it right and order with something that has free shipping you can get it shipped for free as well.

blubyu · March 6th, 2009, 08:21 PM

I have the exact Scorpion EXO-1000 that you have pictured above. I do like the flip down sun visor. It is easy to get to and easy to move up and down while you are riding. Personally I wish the visor was a little darker.

camaroz1985 · March 6th, 2009, 08:30 PM

Todd, thanks for your input. I'm going to have to try some out. My local dealer doesn't carry Scorpion, but I stopped by today and was able to try both the HJC helmets. The IS-16 seems to be a really nice helmet, and the flip down visor was really easy to use. I'd like to try the Scorpion, but for the price of the HJC ($137), its really tempting.

blubyu · March 6th, 2009, 08:39 PM

I know what you mean. I didn't really want to pay $250 for the EXO-1000 but in the end I am happy with the helmet and I guess that is all that matters

NICUNinja · March 6th, 2009, 10:34 PM

I own the HJC FS-10 and my husband has the Scorpion helmet. Both visors are easy to swap out. It just depends on fit and price point. Try them on, my husband had to go to a larger size with the Scorpion than what he usually gets, it was a snug fit.

camaroz1985 · March 6th, 2009, 10:38 PM

Thanks Trista. Do you find the inner visor to be pretty convenient? I tried the FS-10 on earlier today, and it fit pretty well.

NICUNinja · March 7th, 2009, 01:44 AM

It is so easy to swap out my dark smoke visor with the clear stock one. And if I know that I am going to be out after sunset I just pack the other visor in my bag. Nothing to swapping them out.

ninjabrewer · March 7th, 2009, 01:32 PM

I had thought about getting the EXO 1000, but at the time, $$ was kinda tight and I couldn't see buying that much helmet before I took the MSF and knew that I was going to like riding. The 400 I have is great, although I do wear sunglasses with it.

NICUninja, you mentioned that hubby had get a larger size with the Scorpion, oh boy, I had to get a XS to get one to fit. Don't remember about the other brands that I tried on.

How does that other brands of helmets compare to the Scorpion size wise? anybody?

nb

kkim · March 7th, 2009, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjabrewer

How does that other brands of helmets compare to the Scorpion size wise? anybody?

I had to buy an XL exo-700 to get it to fit. I usually take a large but it was way too tight. My shoei rf-1000 is a large and it fits me fine.

ninjabrewer · March 7th, 2009, 01:43 PM

Cheez, when I got the XS, the dude at the counter mentioned that I needed to go smaller and the XS was tight. I feels better now that it has broken in.

nb

blubyu · March 7th, 2009, 02:37 PM

When I was trying on the Scorpions I though I was going to get the XL. The salesman talked me into going one size smaller. He said it would be very tight to start but that it would loosen up. He was exactly right. For about the first month the L I got was very tight. Now that it has broken in a little it fits just right.

kkim · March 7th, 2009, 02:41 PM

with me, the large would not let me slip my glasses on without a struggle and even after I got them on, they were so tight the glasses wouldn't sit on my face properly.

Plus, the top of my head was ultra tight. It all boils down to head shape, I think, which is a good reason to try a helmet on for sizing before buying, if you can.

camaroz1985 · March 8th, 2009, 09:19 AM

Good point Kelly. Different head shapes definitely play into helmet selection. I know my car racing helmet is a S, but S motorcycle helmets are all way too tight around my forehead. Wearing them for just a little bit I get a hotspot on my forehead.

I think I've decided on the IS-16. White would be the next best thing to a super bright color right?

I was also thinking of this with maybe som reflective striping over some of the design, but it wouldn't be as visible in the daytime.

camaroz1985 · March 9th, 2009, 08:03 AM

Anyone's opinions on the two options above? I'd like to order today.

kkim · March 9th, 2009, 01:19 PM

If it were me, I'd order white.

camaroz1985 · March 9th, 2009, 01:27 PM

That's what I was thinking, and what I will do

Thanks

camaroz1985 · March 13th, 2009, 07:59 AM

For future reference, my review of the helmet is here

sometimesido · March 13th, 2009, 07:30 PM

my joe rocket jacket has a pocket just for the face shield. It's on the right side and hugs your right ribcage. It has saved me so many nights.

Just for thought.

sherbear · March 13th, 2009, 09:25 PM

I have the exo-1000 I love it.

March 5th, 2009, 10:27 PM	#1
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Helmet Help - Flip up Sunshield I was looking at getting a new helmet, and I was interested in a helmet with the built in flip up sunshield similar to: HJC IS-16 HJC FS-10 Scorpion EXO-1000 I currently switch back and forth between a tinted shield and clear shield, but can't always carry them both with me so if I go out around sunset I have to deal with the glare. Most people would just wear sunglasses under their helmet, but I wear glasses and do not want to get prescription sunglasses. Does anyone have any of these helmets, or knows of any alternatives? I know they make the pin lock shields so I could always use that, but I like the ability to change without stopping. I also wish this feature could be used on the EXO-700 because I would like to have the Hi-Viz Yellow version of that.

March 7th, 2009, 01:32 PM	#16
ninjabrewer dirty old man Name: Chris Location: Hazel Green, AL Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Blue '08 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	I had thought about getting the EXO 1000, but at the time, $$ was kinda tight and I couldn't see buying that much helmet before I took the MSF and knew that I was going to like riding. The 400 I have is great, although I do wear sunglasses with it. NICUninja, you mentioned that hubby had get a larger size with the Scorpion, oh boy, I had to get a XS to get one to fit. Don't remember about the other brands that I tried on. How does that other brands of helmets compare to the Scorpion size wise? anybody? nb __________________________________________________ Death tugs at my ear and says, "Live, I am coming." -Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr., poet, novelist, essayist, and physician (1809-1894) www.friendsofsanonofre.org

March 7th, 2009, 01:43 PM	#18
ninjabrewer dirty old man Name: Chris Location: Hazel Green, AL Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Blue '08 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	Cheez, when I got the XS, the dude at the counter mentioned that I needed to go smaller and the XS was tight. I feels better now that it has broken in. nb __________________________________________________ Death tugs at my ear and says, "Live, I am coming." -Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr., poet, novelist, essayist, and physician (1809-1894) www.friendsofsanonofre.org

March 7th, 2009, 02:37 PM	#19
blubyu ninjette.org member Name: Todd Location: Olympia, WA Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R / 2009 CBR600RR Posts: 51	When I was trying on the Scorpions I though I was going to get the XL. The salesman talked me into going one size smaller. He said it would be very tight to start but that it would loosen up. He was exactly right. For about the first month the L I got was very tight. Now that it has broken in a little it fits just right. __________________________________________________ Scorpion EXO-1000 - Scorpion Hat Trick Jacket - Scorpion Magnum Gloves - TourMaster Caliper Pants - AlpineStars Octane Riding Shoes

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March 6th, 2009, 03:28 AM	#2
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.	don't know if this is any good, but have you seen this? http://www.webbikeworld.com/r4/photo...orcycle-visor/ this one is by the same company and looks REALLY cool!! http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcyc...atic-visor.htm

March 6th, 2009, 04:45 AM	#3
g21-30 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sam Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R 2009 Posts: A lot.	Newenough currently has some HJC helmets "reduced"! Check them out: http://www.newenough.com/closeouts/helmets/

March 6th, 2009, 06:51 AM	#4
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Thanks for the link Gary. Not sure how I feel about the photochromic visor. The electronic one seems cool, but I can't find it on their site. Sam, I saw them there, but actually the IS-16 is not reduced, but on sale for less than the FS-10. That is what originally got me to thinking about this.

March 6th, 2009, 07:32 AM	#5
Cali619 Giggity Giggity Name: Ryam Location: San Diego Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 ninja 250R aka Hiryu Posts: 481	Hi Ryan , I just ordered this one, I believe has what you may want, its the 09 model. http://www.newenough.com/helmets_eye...le_helmet.html

March 6th, 2009, 07:59 AM	#6
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Hmmm, I'm not sure if I like the Flip up chin. If you don't mind me asking what was the price on that one?

March 6th, 2009, 08:21 PM	#10
blubyu ninjette.org member Name: Todd Location: Olympia, WA Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R / 2009 CBR600RR Posts: 51	I have the exact Scorpion EXO-1000 that you have pictured above. I do like the flip down sun visor. It is easy to get to and easy to move up and down while you are riding. Personally I wish the visor was a little darker.

March 6th, 2009, 08:30 PM	#11
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Todd, thanks for your input. I'm going to have to try some out. My local dealer doesn't carry Scorpion, but I stopped by today and was able to try both the HJC helmets. The IS-16 seems to be a really nice helmet, and the flip down visor was really easy to use. I'd like to try the Scorpion, but for the price of the HJC ($137), its really tempting.

March 6th, 2009, 08:39 PM	#12
blubyu ninjette.org member Name: Todd Location: Olympia, WA Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R / 2009 CBR600RR Posts: 51	I know what you mean. I didn't really want to pay $250 for the EXO-1000 but in the end I am happy with the helmet and I guess that is all that matters

March 6th, 2009, 10:34 PM	#13
NICUNinja ninjette.org member Name: Trista Location: Ontario, Canada Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 EX650R Green Kawasaki ninja Posts: 120	I own the HJC FS-10 and my husband has the Scorpion helmet. Both visors are easy to swap out. It just depends on fit and price point. Try them on, my husband had to go to a larger size with the Scorpion than what he usually gets, it was a snug fit.

March 6th, 2009, 10:38 PM	#14
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Thanks Trista. Do you find the inner visor to be pretty convenient? I tried the FS-10 on earlier today, and it fit pretty well.

March 7th, 2009, 01:44 AM	#15
NICUNinja ninjette.org member Name: Trista Location: Ontario, Canada Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 EX650R Green Kawasaki ninja Posts: 120	It is so easy to swap out my dark smoke visor with the clear stock one. And if I know that I am going to be out after sunset I just pack the other visor in my bag. Nothing to swapping them out.

March 7th, 2009, 02:41 PM	#20
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	with me, the large would not let me slip my glasses on without a struggle and even after I got them on, they were so tight the glasses wouldn't sit on my face properly. Plus, the top of my head was ultra tight. It all boils down to head shape, I think, which is a good reason to try a helmet on for sizing before buying, if you can.

March 8th, 2009, 09:19 AM	#21
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Good point Kelly. Different head shapes definitely play into helmet selection. I know my car racing helmet is a S, but S motorcycle helmets are all way too tight around my forehead. Wearing them for just a little bit I get a hotspot on my forehead. I think I've decided on the IS-16. White would be the next best thing to a super bright color right? I was also thinking of this with maybe som reflective striping over some of the design, but it wouldn't be as visible in the daytime.

March 9th, 2009, 08:03 AM	#22
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Anyone's opinions on the two options above? I'd like to order today.

March 9th, 2009, 01:19 PM	#23
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	If it were me, I'd order white.

March 9th, 2009, 01:27 PM	#24
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	That's what I was thinking, and what I will do Thanks

March 13th, 2009, 07:59 AM	#25
camaroz1985 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ryan Location: Carlisle, PA Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 WR250R, 2006 Ural Raven (Sold), 2009 Versys Green (Sold), 2008 Ninja 250R Green (Sold) Posts: A lot.	For future reference, my review of the helmet is here

March 13th, 2009, 07:30 PM	#26
sometimesido ninjette.org sage Name: Chris Location: Norcross, GA Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2006 250R Posts: 772 Blog Entries: 14	my joe rocket jacket has a pocket just for the face shield. It's on the right side and hugs your right ribcage. It has saved me so many nights. Just for thought.

March 13th, 2009, 09:25 PM	#27
sherbear ninjette.org member Name: Sherry Location: Edmonton, Alberta Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Black Ninja 250r Posts: 18	I have the exo-1000 I love it.