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Re: simple/retro helmet?

25 Oct 2013 14:05
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that is what i use in black





DoctoRot wrote: i am in the market for a new helmet, and im not a fan of these over designed ugly helmets with 20 vents, 2 visors, nose covers..etc.

I want something very simple or vintage looking. My only stipulations in finding a helmet is that it is full face and has a visor that can be opened. Otherwise i would be all over the biltwell gringo helmet, but alas no functioning visor.

right now im leaning towards the simpson street bandit, definitely a classic. I think some of the car racing helmets look pretty sweet but probably not best for bikes. any suggestions?

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Re: simple/retro helmet?

02 Nov 2013 00:52 - 02 Nov 2013 00:59
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gengomerpyle wrote: that is what i use in black

how do you like the fit? useability?


also i guess bell is producing the "bullit" releasing on march 1st. might have to save up they look sweet!

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Re: simple/retro helmet?

02 Nov 2013 01:24
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i like the look of the AGV AX-8 EVO Naked Helmet

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Re: simple/retro helmet?

02 Nov 2013 15:18 - 02 Nov 2013 15:19
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looks like it would be perfect for a interstellar war. :lol:
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Re: simple/retro helmet?

02 Nov 2013 15:45
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I still use my 1980 full face BELL helmet once in a while, cost $300.00 back then. If I had to buy one, I would get BELL once again.
I have a 1980 Kawasaki KZ750 Ltd. I bought new. I recently managed to get it out of my garage after 28 years and put it on the road again (2010). I feel like a kid all over again. Since I have acquired 3 78 KZ1000 Ltd, 1 1981 KZ1000 Ltd, and another 1980 KZ750 Ltd. Love the LTD's.

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Re: simple/retro helmet?

03 Nov 2013 09:12
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it fits great, you cant ride with the visor fully opened, it whistles.



DoctoRot wrote:
gengomerpyle wrote: that is what i use in black

how do you like the fit? useability?


also i guess bell is producing the "bullit" releasing on march 1st. might have to save up they look sweet!

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Re: simple/retro helmet?

03 Nov 2013 09:25 - 03 Nov 2013 09:27
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DoctoRot wrote:
gengomerpyle wrote: that is what i use in black

how do you like the fit? useability?


also i guess bell is producing the "bullit" releasing on march 1st. might have to save up they look sweet!

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Re: simple/retro helmet?

03 Nov 2013 12:28
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bell is coming out with a retro helmet from the 70's also with a openface


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DoctoRot wrote:
gengomerpyle wrote: that is what i use in black

how do you like the fit? useability?


also i guess bell is producing the "bullit" releasing on march 1st. might have to save up they look sweet!

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Looks like something K Mart sold 35 years ago for 19.95!!!
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Re: simple/retro helmet?

03 Nov 2013 13:39 - 03 Nov 2013 13:40
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Too bad Bell motorcycle helmets are no longer made here in the good old U.S. of A.

One of the best fitting and comfortable helmets I ever wore were the 1981 and up model Bell Star, and the later Pro Star model.

Too bad Bell would not remake and update that model helmet again!!!

After that their helmets turned to junk. When I was riding, I would buy 3 or 4 new helmets a year.

You can't wear your Kawasaki Lime green helmet and leather on your red/white / blue GSXR now can you.
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1976 KH400 Production Road Racer.
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Re: simple/retro helmet?

04 Nov 2013 10:15
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I like my Arthur Fulmer full face late 70's helmet..it gets a lot of looks..not to functional tho..and if your in a state that requires a dot sticker you're goanna get a ticket... :woohoo: :evil:

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Re: simple/retro helmet?

04 Nov 2013 10:16
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oops that was a 1966
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Re: simple/retro helmet?

04 Nov 2013 10:36
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Doc i was looking around awhile back for a "Retro" Helmet and found these TACHIBANA B) in Japan japan.webike.net/bm/brd/Helmets/TACHIBANA/3001/1189/ i really like the look of them but have no feedback from anyone who has bought one. So i am still on the fence
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