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Title: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: Parker06 on June 17, 2006, 09:34:43 AM
just wondering what kind of helmets everybody has
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: GeeP on June 17, 2006, 04:07:35 PM
Plain-Jane White Shoei TZ-R.   The rowdy graphics on most helmets give me a seizure.   :laugh:
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: scratch on June 17, 2006, 04:11:27 PM
Ditto, but with polka dot reflective stickers (available in 1.5" wide x 5 yard strips at PepBoys automotive stores, or Orchard Supply Hardware).
You might be able to make 'em out on the back of my helmet, in my avatar.
Or, here: http://gstwins.com/gsboard/index.php?topic=22044.msg214831#msg214831
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: Mk1inCali on June 17, 2006, 04:45:40 PM
(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y39/slingshot240/IMG_0002.jpg)
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: NWDave on June 17, 2006, 04:46:59 PM
(http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/photos/300/g21471.jpg)
Force RR Airborne 2 Helmet

(http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/photos/300/g18437.jpg)
Force S Airborne Helmet
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: afplayboy18 on June 17, 2006, 05:44:59 PM
awesome helmets NWDave...almost picked up the airborne 2 helmet myself but wanted this one a little more: 

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v604/afplayboy18/assassinhelmet.jpg)
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: NiceGuysFinishLast on June 17, 2006, 06:01:54 PM
Scorpion EXO-400 Warhawk (no pics.. too lazy)
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: aworkmon on June 17, 2006, 07:11:19 PM
Well I had an Arai Profile Carr, but then I wrecked and the helmet went bye bye.  I am thinking of getting another one or an RX-7 Corsair Edwards black.

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y101/aworkmon/arai.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y101/aworkmon/arai2.jpg)
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: annguyen1981 on June 17, 2006, 08:16:17 PM
I've got an ICON Mainframe Scorpion Helmet with a mirror BLUE shield...

Pic soon...
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: ECB on June 17, 2006, 09:54:48 PM
Icon Mainframe Halo Gloss...
(http://server3.uploadit.org/files/austringersc-halo_blk_ylw_slvr.jpg)
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: joedude on June 17, 2006, 11:19:04 PM
Here's what I got... HJC CL-14
(http://www.motorcyclehelmet.com/Helmets/HJC/CL-14-MBII-MULTI/hjc-cl-14-mbii-mc-1-large.gif)
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: Alphamazing on June 18, 2006, 03:09:16 PM
Your helmet shouldn't be for looks. Get one that fits the best, THEN decide on how you want it to look.
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: trend on June 18, 2006, 08:24:50 PM
I just won: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=8076429598

With my all black gs500 and leather jacket on .. this is going to look bad :)
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: joedude on June 18, 2006, 11:26:10 PM
Quote from: trend on June 18, 2006, 08:24:50 PM
I just won: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=8076429598

With my all black gs500 and leather jacket on .. this is going to look bad :)

Used helmets = bad!

you don't know if the integrity of the helmet has been compromised in any way... I hope for you that it was never dropped... and that the guy who wore it didn't have some nasty scalp eating disease... but other than that... good buy!  :icon_lol:
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: Alphamazing on June 18, 2006, 11:31:55 PM
Quote from: joedude on June 18, 2006, 11:26:10 PM
Quote from: trend on June 18, 2006, 08:24:50 PM
I just won: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=8076429598

With my all black gs500 and leather jacket on .. this is going to look bad :)

Used helmets = bad!

you don't know if the integrity of the helmet has been compromised in any way... I hope for you that it was never dropped... and that the guy who wore it didn't have some nasty scalp eating disease... but other than that... good buy!  :icon_lol:

I bought my RF-1000 used. You just have to look for the decent buys with plenty of description and a buyer with good history. I also washed mine before I used it, inside and out.
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: joedude on June 18, 2006, 11:44:08 PM
Quote from: AlphaFire X5 on June 18, 2006, 11:31:55 PM
Quote from: joedude on June 18, 2006, 11:26:10 PM
Quote from: trend on June 18, 2006, 08:24:50 PM
I just won: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=8076429598

With my all black gs500 and leather jacket on .. this is going to look bad :)

Used helmets = bad!

you don't know if the integrity of the helmet has been compromised in any way... I hope for you that it was never dropped... and that the guy who wore it didn't have some nasty scalp eating disease... but other than that... good buy!  :icon_lol:

I bought my RF-1000 used. You just have to look for the decent buys with plenty of description and a buyer with good history. I also washed mine before I used it, inside and out.


I hardly classify "THE HELMET IS IS GOOD CONDITION   AND  COST  OVER  275$   SIZE  IS   L" as a good description.... especially for something that is supposed to protect your noggin in an accident!
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: Alphamazing on June 18, 2006, 11:57:05 PM
Quote from: joedude on June 18, 2006, 11:44:08 PM
I hardly classify "THE HELMET IS IS GOOD CONDITION   AND  COST  OVER  275$   SIZE  IS   L" as a good description.... especially for something that is supposed to protect your noggin in an accident!

Well me neither, but maybe he does. Dunno. That's a Shoei RF-R though, which were manufactured in 1995. That means the helmet is 11 years old and already in need of replacement. Helmets should be replaced every 5 years due to material degradation and shell integrity diminishing.

Here's a BARF add for one for $30 OBO:
http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=57237fa9dbae9edfffb5e4645bcfd265&threadid=147637&goto=nextoldest
Hasn't sold yet, but was posted back in January.
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: annguyen1981 on June 19, 2006, 08:33:53 AM
Looks like one of those f'ugly MSF helmets they let you borrow.
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: ninja_steve on June 19, 2006, 08:38:41 AM
not the exact colors, but close enough

(http://www.diseno-art.com/images/ogk_ff4.jpg)
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: NWDave on June 19, 2006, 10:45:42 AM
from what I've been told it's a good idea to replace your helmet once a year.
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: Alphamazing on June 19, 2006, 10:47:38 AM
Quote from: NWDave on June 19, 2006, 10:45:42 AM
from what I've been told it's a good idea to replace your helmet once a year.

Once a year??? That's a bit excessive if you ask me. My quote of 5 years for replacement is directly from Shoei.
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: aworkmon on June 19, 2006, 02:31:12 PM
Just bought this helmet!

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y101/aworkmon/shoeix-11.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y101/aworkmon/shoei.jpg)
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: scratch on June 19, 2006, 02:41:31 PM
http://gstwins.com/gsboard/index.php?topic=20730.0
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: DocFree on June 19, 2006, 03:11:02 PM
Came across this seemingly amazing helmet deal today... anyone have one of these?  Icon Alliance?

http://www.newenough.com/icon_helmet_alliance_rubatone_page.htm

$170 on sale for $55!!

Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: anitanium on June 19, 2006, 03:27:31 PM
Arai Signet GTR
(http://www.1000ps.at/images/p_G8313.jpg)

I have the Silver and Black version though;)
Title: Re: i would like to see some bad ass helmet pics
Post by: Alphamazing on June 19, 2006, 03:29:37 PM
Since I've already expressed the whole saftey nazi thing...

(http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b123/AlphaFire_X5/GSTwin/Deals%20Gap%202006/2006-06-10042.jpg)