Helmet Envy
Right now I have helmet envy, it seems like everyone is getting a new helmet and I'm jealous. I did just get a KBC from work but that doesn't count because it's not something I would ever have picked out. Nor is it particularly cool.
I want a cool helmet!
Here are the helmets that are currently striking my fancy that I probably won't get.
First up is the Ti-Tech in the special limited edition White Zoo.
I think it's cool because it looks like nothing else on the market. It's a refreshing change from the tribal and flames styling that is so prevalent right now. The problem with it is that AGV is a hard helmet to come by to try on. I tried a lower end one on and it was pure torture. I've heard that one of the things that AGV did was try and make them more wearable for more people. I can't take that chance on a more that $680 helmet. They also had a less than stellar review on
WebBikeWorld.
Suomy Spec 1R in the new white or maybe the black.
I love this helmet! It has glitter!
I can't make up my mind which color I like better though. I really like that they have the BSI Euro standard. Hands down Suomy has the best graphics by far. I need to try it on for real, tried it on in Laguna last year but I wasn't shopping seriously. They do run a bit smaller than other brands. I've read really great reviews of this helmet. It has a reputation for being noisy but I'll take venting over a quiet helmet any day.
Shoei X-11 Byrne
I like the X-11s, from store try ons, its one of the best fitting helmets for me. Goes to show that different models do fit differently because the RF 1000 does not fit me at all. I love the look of this; the only problem is that it totally clashes with my bike. Call me shallow but I can't do it. Another thing is I'm not a Shakey Byrne fan, I can't ever see myself buying a helmet of a rider I don't like.
The other Shoei X11 that I really like is the Kagayama in silver. Nice looking design, goes with my bike and I like Yukio Kagayama, he is a madman.
Of course I could just change my mind tomorrow.
I do think its funny that every helmet I put up is on the flashy side and I ride in a flat black helmet.
