Re: New ST owner (helmets!)

["ann k.curcio" <curcio@xxxxxxxxxx>]

Thanks for the helmet info Jonathan.  I am still continuing the search for a helmet.  I tried on the Arai helmets which are nicely made but my head size falls between their XL and L sizes.  I just could not get a good fit.  This happened the last time I bought a helmet and I ended up with a Bell as their helmets are available by number sizes in 1/8th increments.  I
still need to try the Shoei helmets as the local shop doesn't carry them.     Dan

Jonathan Schulster wrote:

> Dan, I also have the Arai RX7-XX and could not recommend it as a quiet helmet by any means. It is widely used by track/race teams as it has excellent fit and ventilation but compared to the Quantum e or the newer Shoei models it is very noisy!  I would definitely try the other Arai and Shoei models for comparison first.  I dont think the RX7 is worth the extra cash.
> have fun
> Jonathan
>
> >>> <TrmpetDave@xxxxxxx> 12/06/99 05:05:34 >>>
>
> In a message dated 6/11/99 7:41:44 AM, curcio@xxxxxxxxxx writes:
>
> << I also am
> looking for a recommendation on a new helmet as I am 6'4" and am taking
> the full wind blast on my shoulders and neck at speed.  I am looking for
> a helmet that is quiet, has good ventilation, is comfortable and well
> made.  My old helmet is an open face style for cruising and is totally
> inappropriate for the ST.  Any comments would be appreciated.
> Thanks,  Dan Curcio>>
>
> I'm quite happy with my new top-of-the-line Arai RX-7 RR3. It is a little
> lighter (1 oz) than my previous Arai Quantum, and definitely quieter. Easy
> no-tool visor changing. I was fitted by Lance Suekow at Rocket Motorcycles,
> in San Diego, a helmet expert, who uses the technique of initially fitting
> the helmet without the cheek-pads, to isolate the fit to the cranium first-it
> should be snug enough to move the scalp around with it when jiggled. The
> cheek pads come in different thicknesses, and can then be fitted separately.
> Fog City anti-fog shields are now made to fit Arai. Dave Collins, San Diego
>
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