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yammiman

yammiman

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Looking to get the wife a new helmet - would like to get a modular with Yamaha graphics - don't seem to be any out there - anybody have any suggestions?
 

After seeing what happened to my buddy last weekend i would never buy a modular helmet.He was flying across a lake,at the end of the lake where the trail went into the woods he lost it and goy thrown off.The second guy behind him almost hit him,the third guy stopped.My buddy was laying face down about 30 yards from his sled,the mouth peice from the modular helmet was about 20 yards from my buddy.When they rolled him over he had blood running out of his mouth and had a big welt on his face where the heilmet opened and he slammed his face on the ground.He tried to stand up but his legs were like rubber.After about 15 minutes he was able to get up and talk ok.Turns out he is ok but after seeing how that helmet came apart i wouldnt buy it.Theres a reason there not snell approved.
 
That's kinda what I thought of the modulars. Seems like they could come apart a LOT easier than a full face would. So far I'm real happy with my HJC CL-14. Snell and DOT approved (I ride motorcycles in the summer... so I need a helmet that I could use for both). Got it for $165 here in Grand Rapids (same price as places on the net like Dennis Kirk)

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also there are no modulars that meet snell aproval. hinged face bars are good for ergonomics and ease of use, but in a frontal crash do you really want plastic hinges seperating your face from an obstacle? also the doo modulars in specific, are nasty in the cold without the cold weather adapter. they cause more frostbite than protect from it. get her a nice full faced hjc with a heated shield you an she will enjoy it. ski
 
I've had an HJC - whatever...for 3 years, it's been an awesome helmet, I'm getting ready to replace it...it's time, I will definately get another HJC. I think they're the best looking, very comfortable, and safe helmets. Not to mention if you want an electric sheild (highly reccomend) it's half the price of OEM's...
 
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