manwithtool Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 It's about time I got my son a new helmet, he has a Hebo at the moment, but I'm not too impressed with it. I do like my Shoei, and I did try an NZI whcih felt horrible. Anyone recommend one ? or any advice ? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy Posted November 1, 2008 Report Share Posted November 1, 2008 (edited) HMMM well I'm out, was gonna suggest the NZI trivent. It's what I got, I like the lightness and the venting is nice on hot days, a tad bit chilly in cooler weather. And after 3 yrs now It really STINKS to high heaven. The innards are not removable to wash. Been using Fabreeze antibacterial on it. Helps a little. Edited November 1, 2008 by ZIPPY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perce Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 Airoh Rock, nothing else comes near. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigel dabster Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 depends on his head shape as to which one fits the best.Shoei was the one for me then I tried a carbon fiber hebo and the lightness is superb but I prefer the ventilation in the shoei in very hot weather. Try before you buy as some fit and others don't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hop blip and a jump Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 You cant go wrong with a shoei !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoggle Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 Defo try on as many as possible, as head shapes differ quite a lot ! Though as Perce says, go for the Airoh Rock if it's a good fit, i did and and can't fault it, lighweight with an removable inner so you don't have a smelly helmet........................... ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hop blip and a jump Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 Yeah you have to try a few until you find the right fit for your own noggin!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cota kid Posted November 3, 2008 Report Share Posted November 3, 2008 What about the Nitro X526-T? Which has been developed in conjunction with Doug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manwithtool Posted November 3, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2008 Cheers for the good advice, just a real pain for me to get to a shop to try them on, guess we'll have to make the effort. Thanks.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamjayzee Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Zippy, No one should have to tolerate a stinky helmet. (I'm sure I overheard my wife use that line in conversation the other day. Funny, she's never expressed any interest in motorbikes before...). Being a multi-modal motorcyclist, I ride tracks too and man, does your bonce sweat in a full facer after 20 minutes of near-death experiences! On advice from Shoei, it is easy to clean a helmet to the point where it smells sweet. Use a shower head and mild shampoo and spend 20 minutes squirting and rubbing <ahem>. You will probably go pale when you see what comes out, but it really does freshen up well. It's quite possible your 3-year old hat is a bit far gone, but if you give this a go once or twice a year, it will stay pleasant. Don't dry it in the tumble drier though... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 You can last 20 minutes?????? You are a GOD!!!!!! Oh wait we are talking about something else.......oh sorry my mistake. I will have to give it a go. How difficult is it to get all the shampoo rinsed out? tried the tumble drier with shoes once..........had to keep closing the door, darn shoes knocked it open. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamjayzee Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Had you taken them off first? Much the same with the cat... How hard is it to get the shampoo out? A lot harder than getting the dirt in! In fact the 20 minutes is 1 minute washing and 19 rinsing and swearing. Oh hold on, we're talking about something else again... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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