Which Helmet?

bbbsti · 11-12-2007, 08:00 AM

Hi guys.
In a month, I will be taking a Driving School in a racetrack. So, I need a helmet, SA2005. I'll like to do some trackdays after the DS.. so. What you recommend?
I'm looking at the Pyrotect, G-Force and HJC.
I'll like a full face.
If you got any helmet of these brands, please tell me which one and you experience with it.
Right now, my options are these:
#1. G-Force Pro Force
#2. Pyrotect Full Face
#3. HJC AR10
Also, I just dont want to spend $500 for a helmet.. No more than $300..
BTW. I wear glasses... So I need some space in there.

Thanks!

upncummr · 11-12-2007, 08:05 AM

With helmets it's all about fit.

So the experiences that other people have with these specific helmets is irrelevent. What's important is how do they fit you.

My advice after owing a couple of helmets over the last 10 years:

1. Consider going with an M05 rather than an SA05 unless SA is specifically called for by the hosts/sponsors of the events you're running.
2. Go to a local speed shot or motorcycle shop and try on helmets until you find one you like.

I upgraded from an M to an SA and I much prefer my old M. The Nomex lining of the SA is not nearly as comfortable as whatever was in the M.

Gary

bbbsti · 11-12-2007, 08:18 AM

Well, the track here in Puerto Rico "El Tuque" requires you a SA2005 so.. Thats why.
And I tried to go to a local shop but they dont have in stock...

very bad.. So basically, I'm blind... I will try some helmets of friends but I think the all are small or medium.. Based on the size chart, I'm Xlarge..

Thankx upncummr!

upncummr · 11-12-2007, 08:31 AM

You might still be able to go to a local motorcycle shop and try on helmets until you find one you like and then see if they can order that same shell in an SA specification.

If you find you have to go through mail order here's a link to a sizing chart and some other info.

Bell Store Helmets

For mail order you might try saferacer.com.

Gary

bbbsti · 11-12-2007, 08:48 AM

Thanks

**spazegun2213** · 11-12-2007, 08:51 AM

in all honesty, go try on helmets. Thats the best advice i can give you, and then spend money based on what fits, is comfortable, and what you like.

bbbsti · 11-21-2007, 03:28 AM

Well guys just to let you know, I bought the G-Force Hybrid Helmet X-Large. Its made for eyewear so. Thanks a lot for the replys, the helmet Its perfect!! Great buy

11-12-2007, 08:31 AM	#4
upncummr Spec C Club Car: '05 CGM Fav Mod: HPDEs Location: Omaha, Nebraska Posts: 1,258 IWSTI Addict since: May 2006 Trader Rating: (3)	Re: Which Helmet? You might still be able to go to a local motorcycle shop and try on helmets until you find one you like and then see if they can order that same shell in an SA specification. If you find you have to go through mail order here's a link to a sizing chart and some other info. Bell Store Helmets For mail order you might try saferacer.com. Gary

11-12-2007, 08:48 AM	#5
bbbsti Junior STI Driver Car: 06 STI Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 129 IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Which Helmet? Thanks

11-12-2007, 08:51 AM	#6
spazegun2213 Poor Speed Racer Car: 96 328 Fav Mod: Tightening the nut behind the wheel! Location: Northern VA Posts: 8,446 IWSTI Addict since: Mar 2005 Trader Rating: (8)	Re: Which Helmet? in all honesty, go try on helmets. Thats the best advice i can give you, and then spend money based on what fits, is comfortable, and what you like.

11-21-2007, 03:28 AM	#7
bbbsti Junior STI Driver Car: 06 STI Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 129 IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Which Helmet? Well guys just to let you know, I bought the G-Force Hybrid Helmet X-Large. Its made for eyewear so. Thanks a lot for the replys, the helmet Its perfect!! Great buy This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

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11-12-2007, 08:00 AM	#1
bbbsti Junior STI Driver Car: 06 STI Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 129 IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Which Helmet? Hi guys. In a month, I will be taking a Driving School in a racetrack. So, I need a helmet, SA2005. I'll like to do some trackdays after the DS.. so. What you recommend? I'm looking at the Pyrotect, G-Force and HJC. I'll like a full face. If you got any helmet of these brands, please tell me which one and you experience with it. Right now, my options are these: #1. G-Force Pro Force #2. Pyrotect Full Face #3. HJC AR10 Also, I just dont want to spend $500 for a helmet.. No more than $300.. BTW. I wear glasses... So I need some space in there. Thanks! This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

11-12-2007, 08:05 AM	#2
upncummr Spec C Club Car: '05 CGM Fav Mod: HPDEs Location: Omaha, Nebraska Posts: 1,258 IWSTI Addict since: May 2006 Trader Rating: (3)	Re: Which Helmet? With helmets it's all about fit. So the experiences that other people have with these specific helmets is irrelevent. What's important is how do they fit you. My advice after owing a couple of helmets over the last 10 years: 1. Consider going with an M05 rather than an SA05 unless SA is specifically called for by the hosts/sponsors of the events you're running. 2. Go to a local speed shot or motorcycle shop and try on helmets until you find one you like. I upgraded from an M to an SA and I much prefer my old M. The Nomex lining of the SA is not nearly as comfortable as whatever was in the M. Gary

11-12-2007, 08:18 AM	#3
bbbsti Junior STI Driver Car: 06 STI Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 129 IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Which Helmet? Well, the track here in Puerto Rico "El Tuque" requires you a SA2005 so.. Thats why. And I tried to go to a local shop but they dont have in stock...very bad.. So basically, I'm blind... I will try some helmets of friends but I think the all are small or medium.. Based on the size chart, I'm Xlarge.. Thankx upncummr!