Helmet advice

[TheSockMonster]

Hi guys,

Looking for suggestions on helmets and head shapes.

Currently using a Shark Evo 2 which I've had for too long. Unfortunately, it made contact with road last week which gives me a very good excuse to replace it.

Called in Ghost Bikes in Preston today and tried on pretty much every make of helmet they had - ideally I want a face up but I also tried full face. The only one that fit me correctly was a Shoei Neotec 2. Now, if that is the only option, I will fork out the £££ for that, but I was hoping that someone here might have some idea of other helmet with a similar fit/shape on a tighter budget.

I know that the Shoei is a good helmet, and you do get what you pay for, but other options would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance,

Si

[Joeman]

Welcome. If you have a shoei shaped head you'll probably fit an HJC helmet too.

[TheSockMonster]

Thanks - tbh, I went into the shop to specifically try on an IS Max, but the pressure on my forehead was painful

Si

[Joeman]

Did you try different sizes?

Forehead pressure suggests you need the larger size.

I think HJC do two shell sizes with different padding thicknesses.

What helmet size are you in the Shoei?

[Bender]

I been happy with my flip front caberg Duke, did take a week or so for it to settle in to the shape of my face.

[raesewell]

Try the HJC RPHA Max Evo if it's a flip front you want. As a bonus it's one of the lightest flip fronts on the market.

[Throttled]

I think you should just keep on visiting shops till you find one you are comfortable with.

I have to admit to wasting money on helmets which after a week or so I had to admit to myself did not properly fit me. Thankfully they were all a bit neat and my son has been able to grow into them.

[Tango]

Are there no other Shark lids that would fit the bill?

[Mississippi Bullfrog]

Oops, autocorrect and a tablet keypad produces some unexpected outcomes.

Edited January 24, 2018 by Mississippi Bullfrog

[Mississippi Bullfrog]

As per Bender, I like my Caberg flip front. I've had two and they've been great. But I guess it's a very individual thing.

[bonio]

I agree with [mention]Joeman[/mention] about HJC - there may be a model out there to fit you.

[megawatt]

What they say. I have Shoei and HJC helmets. Good fits and comfort. £140 for my HJC.

[mikestrivens]

I like the SCHUBERTH C4 and M1 for fit and especially for the integrated Bluetooth communications. Much better than having an ugly lump attached to the side of the helmet.

[manxie49]

Just bought a Shoei GT Air, best helmet i've ever invested in for both comfort, and fit, designed to take a communications system as well .... bonus.

[TheSockMonster]

Sorry for lack of replies - notifications were being junked.

It was the XL I tried in the HJC. I tried a bigger one in one of the full face ones, but that was too big, so just the shape I assume.

In the end, I went back to what I knew and bought a Shark Evoline 3. Looks like it's just that and the Shoei that are suitable for me now.

Thanks for the advice guys.

Si

[Bender]

Always use a condom.

[TheSockMonster]

Both interesting and informative