wastntim
Enthusiast
Where can I buy a helmet and actually try it on before purchasing? I am in the southwest suburbs but understand I might have to travel a bit to find one.
Local places to buy helmet
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SmoknTires
Enthusiast
Go to www.helmetcity.com.
They have great prices, huge selection, good website. They got it all in stock.
They have great prices, huge selection, good website. They got it all in stock.
SNAKE BITE
Viper Owner
Where did you end up getting one? What brand/model? I still need to get one and was looking at the Bell BR 1 for $400
wastntim
Enthusiast
I ended up going to Fresh air systems in Arlington Heights. They had a small variety in stock. Seeing how they different brands fit differenty, I wasnt' comfortable buying one online. I bought an Arai. I probably spent too much but I really liked how it fit and I could tell it was made well.
SmoknTires
Enthusiast
You xan never spend too much on a helmet. But one can always get the $50 helmet... if you have a $50 head.
In all seriousness, you do get what you pay for in many respects. Expect to pay somewhere in the $200+ for starters and top off at about $350 for a good one. Of course there are many that cost more, but not required for the casual driver.
In all seriousness, you do get what you pay for in many respects. Expect to pay somewhere in the $200+ for starters and top off at about $350 for a good one. Of course there are many that cost more, but not required for the casual driver.
you could probably get a great deal on an SA2000 helmet right now because they will only be good for a few more yrs.
I agree totally on your get what you pay for. I prefer a full face, lighter weight helmet, your neck will get tired after a full day of wearing it.
summit racing is a good place if you want to try one on....or try to find a speed shop in your area.
here's another thread on helmets-
http://forums.viperclub.org/showthread.php?t=600345&highlight=helmet
I agree totally on your get what you pay for. I prefer a full face, lighter weight helmet, your neck will get tired after a full day of wearing it.
summit racing is a good place if you want to try one on....or try to find a speed shop in your area.
here's another thread on helmets-
http://forums.viperclub.org/showthread.php?t=600345&highlight=helmet
SNAKE BITE
Viper Owner
I wasn't able to find the helmet I wanted locally due to color(flat black) so I ordered directly from Bell today and am having the helmet overnight shipped. I should have it tomarrow(saturday). Just in time for the Autobahn on Monday
