Replacing helmet

[Liveware Problem]

This has been bugging me for a while.

A couple of weeks ago I came off my bike, foolishly grabbing front and stamping on back brake..

I came down mostly on my right hip, also my hands, however there was also a noticeable 'crack' noise as my helmet hit the tarmac.

I don't think it was a hard impact, certainly it didn't snap my head back or anything, the visible damage is a minor scratch on the chin area and very minor scratches on the right side of the visor.

I suppose I'm reluctant to replace it, but thought I should ask.. Anticipating more expenditure

[Joeman]

new helmet is cheaper than a new head... replace it!

[Stu]

How much do you value your life?

Is it really worth not replacing it

I would replace it best to be safe than sorry

[Liveware Problem]

OK as expected!

The upside being it was a not very attractive HJC

[onesea]

On the bright side MCN Show London is nearly upon us, I found it really handy for trying on lots of lids and some good prices.

http://www.mcnmotorcycleshow.com/

Even if you cannot make it allot of shops run deals when shows are on.

[fq-craigus]

The fact your asking the question means you deep down know the answer.

Buy a new lid and don't play the lottery on your safety.

I went down and just scratched the lid that I had for only 6 months. Now a display lid and two lids later

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[MR_W]

The internal structure of that helmet will have done some work on the hit. Needs to be replaced now as it might not save you a 2nd time.

[RantMachine]

I'm never sure how much of a know is too much of a knock... Had mine resting on the seat while I fuelled up yesterday and managed to have a major twat moment culminating in it hitting the forecourt floor was a nice loud bang. New helmet time? Please?

Can't afford one right now but I'm always looking for an excuse to get some new bits of kit. Ruddy fashion victim right here

[Joeman]

No need to replace if they fall on the floor with no head inside. The foam inside won't have had any weight pressing against it to cause it to compress.... Although you are freekishly tall so if it fell off your head it probably would have wiped out humanity like the meteor that killed off the dinosaurs.

[RantMachine]

No need to replace if they fall on the floor with no head inside.

CURSES I'll just have to find another excuse to spend money.

 

Although you are freekishly tall so if it fell off your head it probably would have wiped out humanity like the meteor that killed off the dinosaurs.

Sounds possible, we'll have to check with Stu if that was how it went down

[painkiller]

If its a very expensive helmet and a small crack it can be repaired using a epoxy resin. It works just as well as if it were new, I have used it before on my graphic helmet and barely notice it was even there.

[Stu]

If its a very expensive helmet and a small crack it can be repaired using a epoxy resin. It works just as well as if it were new, I have used it before on my graphic helmet and barely notice it was even there.

 

Are you serious!

Have you tested the strength of a helmet that's had had this sort of repair to back your theory up?

This is the most idiotic thing I have read for a long time!

[TC1474]

If its a very expensive helmet and a small crack it can be repaired using a epoxy resin. It works just as well as if it were new, I have used it before on my graphic helmet and barely notice it was even there.

 

Are you serious?

Do a search and read the articles I have posted here regarding helmets and dropping them

Edited January 30, 2017 by TC1474

[Westbeef]

If its a very expensive helmet and a small crack it can be repaired using a epoxy resin. It works just as well as if it were new, I have used it before on my graphic helmet and barely notice it was even there.

 

If you're going to continue to make sh*t up, please don't make up crap that puts people in danger. A helmet is designed to only take ONE whack, and that's the internals too which you can't patch up, not just the hard outer shell.

If you even touch your helmet with certain adhesives it can damage it beyond repair and make it totally unsafe for use.

[RantMachine]

Yeah that's friggin' nuts

Hint: if you hit your head hard enough to crack the helmet, you've got your moneys worth regardless of how much the helmet cost - no amount of money will fix a debilitating head injury so that's pretty good economy right there.

[Hoggs]

I won't even bother with epoxy. Chewing gum should be fine.

DISCLAIMER THIS IS SARCASM. BUY A NEW HELMET BECAUSE YOU ALREADY KNOW THAT IS THE CORRECT THING TO DO BECAUSE YOU'RE NOT A MORON

[Glorian]

Use a healing crystal on it.

[Gin]

If its a very expensive helmet and a small crack it can be repaired using a epoxy resin. It works just as well as if it were new, I have used it before on my graphic helmet and barely notice it was even there.

..... This explains SO MUCH!

[Lateralus]

I've always been a fan of homeopathic repairs myself: take one speck of whatever surface you dropped the helmet onto, place carefully into one Olympic swimming-pool of water then, using a spray gun, take a sample from the pool and lightly mist the diluted solution around the damaged area of the helmet. 0% of the time, it works every time.

[Glorian]

0% of the time, it works every time.

 

Ha. Why does that sound so familiar

[Hoggs]

0% of the time, it works every time.

 

Ha. Why does that sound so familiar

 

Slightly amended Anchorman quote?

[painkiller]

lol seriously.

A small crack i never said anything about internal damage only the outer shell. And yes I have tested it, I use epoxy all the time on many things, People do not have to take the idea,some people do it thats all. Only because you dont agree with it does not make it wrong. Of course if it is more than a SMALL CRACK like I stated it is worth buying another one obviously.

[RantMachine]

If you smacked it hard enough to crack the outer shell of hard plastic even a small bit, the inner shell of POLYSTYRENE is sure as hell going to be compromised

[Stu]

If a helmet has had a big enough knock to cause a small crack then its screwed!

The integrity of the helmet is compromised

Please tell us how you have "tested" it then

[Arwen]

I'm with the replace it crowd.

Also, there are some really nice deals on Held helmets here just now... http://www.getgeared.co.uk/type/full-face-helmets/for/men? I'm tempted, and I don't really need a new one!