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[Mariola Cichon]

Hello again, This time a different subject. I hope to get some feedback from you as to what is the lightest and most comfortable helmet out there? I have considered my Nolan, but it is to heavy and cumbersome. I also have a motorcross style helmet, but of course it does not have a shield, and I would like to save my pretty face for you guys to look at when I am back Kris thinks that the Nolan is fine. Well, he is not going to be wearing it for 2 years. It is tooooooo heavy. I hope to hear from you on this subject.   Mariola Wind Flower

[Backroad Bandit]

--- In DSN_klr650@egroups.com, "Mariola Cichon" wrote:

> Hello again, > This time a different subject. I hope to get some feedback from you

as to what is the lightest and most comfortable helmet out there? Mariola, My HJC LT-12 is the lightest helmet I've had to date. I'm particularly sensitive to a helmet's weight, as I have had a 5- vertebrae laminectomy in my neck. They are also super strong, being made out of a fiber-composite shell, and very comfortable and fit (my head) very well. Try one on somewhere, the plain ones are probably less than $200. Backroad Bill

[thesquasher@hotmail.com]

I have a ARAI RX-7RR4 full face helmet. It is very light and very comfortable. Noisy! you need to wear ear plugs. around $500.00 U.S. I think the RX-7RR4 is the lightest helmet out there and the inside foam is removable for cleaning and replacment. --- In DSN_klr650@egroups.com, "Mariola Cichon" wrote:

> Hello again, > This time a different subject. I hope to get some feedback from you

as to what is the lightest and most comfortable helmet out there? I have considered my Nolan, but it is to heavy and cumbersome. I also have a motorcross style helmet, but of course it does not have a shield, and I would like to save my pretty face for you guys to look at when I am back

> Kris thinks that the Nolan is fine. Well, he is not going to be

wearing it for 2 years. It is tooooooo heavy.

> I hope to hear from you on this subject. > > Mariola > Wind Flower

[Backroad Bandit]

--- In DSN_klr650@egroups.com, thesquasher@h... wrote:

> I have a ARAI RX-7RR4 full face helmet. It is very light and very > comfortable. Noisy! you need to wear ear plugs. around $500.00 U.S.

I

> think the RX-7RR4 is the lightest helmet out there and the inside > foam is removable for cleaning and replacment.

Squash, for that kind of dough I will continue putting my helmets in the dishwasher for cleaning, it works perfect.

[Mariola Cichon]

Do you have to use both hands to flip the front up? And how about the noize level? Thanks for the info. Mariola

----- Original Message ----- [b]From:[/b] FONGBALL@... [b]To:[/b] Mariola.Cichon@... [b]Sent:[/b] Thursday, November 23, 2000 4:36 AM [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [DSN_klr650] the best helmet I too have an Arai RX7-RR4 which I'm told is the lightest helmet on the market. It certainly fits my head the best. I use it primarily to ride my street bike ('00 Ducati 996). For riding my KLR, I use a Shoei Syncrotech. I love the ability to flip up the entire front portion of the helmet and leave it on my head while I make quick stops at the store, gas station, or road side stops of interest or just for talking to someone. It is slightly heavier than the Arai and doesn't fit quite as well, but for me, the convenience of not having to take my helmet off and on all the time for short period stops out weighs the fit/lightness factor. It also sells for half of the price of the Arai if that's a consideration. You can also fine tune this helmet with foam pads, I used the kit that came with one of my bicycle helmets, so it's fitting better and better. Hope this helps. Tim A15

[Robert Morgan]

I have an Arai Dual Sport helmet, I love it.  The thing that might make it practical for a RTW trip is that the face shield can be removed and a visor attached for use with goggles in extreme heat.  The bad thing is Arai discontinued this helmet in the U.S., there are still some available at some of the larger distributors.  The Arai rep at the L.A. motorcycle show last year said they might bring it back.  He also said they might make it available for snow mobile guys with a heated windshield, don't know if this came to pass.  The show is in 2 weeks and I plan to inquire again.  Great lid if you can find one. Morgan

----- Original Message ----- [b]From:[/b] Mariola.Cichon@... [b]To:[/b] dsn_klr650@egroups.com [b]Sent:[/b] Tuesday, November 23, 1999 7:22 AM [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [DSN_klr650] the best helmet Do you have to use both hands to flip the front up? And how about the noize level? Thanks for the info. Mariola ----- Original Message ----- [b]From:[/b] FONGBALL@... [b]To:[/b] Mariola.Cichon@... [b]Sent:[/b] Thursday, November 23, 2000 4:36 AM [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [DSN_klr650] the best helmet I too have an Arai RX7-RR4 which I'm told is the lightest helmet on the market. It certainly fits my head the best. I use it primarily to ride my street bike ('00 Ducati 996). For riding my KLR, I use a Shoei Syncrotech. I love the ability to flip up the entire front portion of the helmet and leave it on my head while I make quick stops at the store, gas station, or road side stops of interest or just for talking to someone. It is slightly heavier than the Arai and doesn't fit quite as well, but for me, the convenience of not having to take my helmet off and on all the time for short period stops out weighs the fit/lightness factor. It also sells for half of the price of the Arai if that's a consideration. You can also fine tune this helmet with foam pads, I used the kit that came with one of my bicycle helmets, so it's fitting better and better. Hope this helps. Tim A15

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[wschase@aol.com]

[b]In a message dated 11/22/00 7:11:41 PM Central Standard Time, billmonahan@... writes: [/b]

--- In DSN_klr650@egroups.com, "Mariola Cichon" wrote: > Hello again, > This time a different subject. I hope to get some feedback from you as to what is the lightest and most comfortable helmet out there?

[b] Hi Mariola! I don't know about lightest or "best" but if I were fortunate to be able to embark on a trip like yours, the ONLY helmet I would oull out of my wall-locker for this kind of trip would be my Nolan-100 flip face helmet!   It's light, reasonably quiet and the flip up sure make it easy to take pictures w/o removing it and to talk to people or ask directions (all of which I am sure you will be doing lots of!?)  Just my $.02 worth Semper Fi ! Steve Dallas, Texas A14 ZG 1000[/b](Roadcrafter 1 Pc.,Sidi Onroad Sympatex,Shoei RF800) A14 KLR 650(Darien Jacket,Draggin Jeans,Vasque Sundowners,Nolan 100)

[wschase@aol.com]

[b]In a message dated 11/22/00 7:13:35 PM Central Standard Time, Mariola.Cichon@... writes: [/b]

Hello again,

This time a different subject. I hope to get some feedback from you as to what is the lightest and most comfortable helmet out there? I have considered my Nolan, but it is to heavy and cumbersome. I also have a motorcross style helmet, but of course it does not have a shield, and I would like to save my pretty face for you guys to look at when I am back Kris thinks that the Nolan is fine. Well, he is not going to be wearing it for 2 years. It is tooooooo heavy. I hope to hear from you on this subject. Mariola Wind Flower [b] Opps! Just saw your post about your Nolan (is it the 100?)  I believe the Shoie Sycrotech is alittle lighter and still has the flip front. Another GREAT feature of the Sycrotech is it flips and locks/unlocks with just ONE hand! Semper Fi ! Steve Dallas, Texas A14 ZG 1000[/b](Roadcrafter 1 Pc.,Sidi Onroad Sympatex,Shoei RF800) A14 KLR 650(Darien Jacket,Draggin Jeans,Vasque Sundowners,Nolan 100)

[Charles B. Martin]

Check out this Italian model  Airho.  Have used for about 3 years and love it.  Its lighter than my old Duotec and I have not had to replace the face sheild every year like I did the Shoie   http://www.motorcycle-uk.com/giali/airoh.htm  Its a flip face and only $270.00 delivered.  It is not Dot approved, but it passes European standards.   Martin

----- Original Message ----- [b]From:[/b] wschase@... [b]To:[/b] Mariola.Cichon@... ; dsn_klr650@egroups.com [b]Sent:[/b] Thursday, November 23, 2000 3:19 PM [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [DSN_klr650] the best helmet [b]Mariola.Cichon@... writes: [/b] Hello again,

[i][/color][/i] This time a different subject. I hope to get some feedback from you as to what is the lightest and most comfortable helmet out there? I have considered my Nolan, but it is to heavy and cumbersome. I also have a motorcross style helmet, but of course it does not have a shield, and I would like to save my pretty face for you guys to look at when I am back Kris thinks that the Nolan is fine. Well, he is not going to be wearing it for 2 years. It is tooooooo heavy. I hope to hear from you on this subject. Mariola Wind Flower [b] [/b]

[InWoods13@aol.com]

Arai Quantum/F. The lightest & most comfortable helm I've owned (lots of vents). Would much rather fall on my head with it on, than any of the other DS/MX helms, that I have fell on my head with. Firmly believe it would have lessened the concussions. The quantum kindof makes me feel like I'm riding around in my living room. As far as integrity of the shell...I don't plan on trying to test this one, but the big boys have been using em' for a long time, & Arai's been in the business longer than any in Japan. Can't comment on the HJC's as I've not tried one. Have yet to hear any negative comments about them though. For the journey you're about to take...just try as many different helms on, as you can...spend as much as you can, on what fits you best. Good travels you. Scott A14 "thunderdog" Central Florida