hjc ac-12 Helmet, anyone got one? are they any good? - Yamaha FZ6 Forums - International FZ6 Motorcycle Community Forum

Wolfman · 06-30-2008, 10:14 AM

Hey people, am looking at buying a HJC AC-12 Carbon Helmet.

Have read a few reviews, etc, but has anyone here, got any experience with these helmets...have been a Shoei man for 20 years!

Here's a few photo's of said helmet.

**wrightme43** · 06-30-2008, 10:51 AM

I have the HJC AC-12 Yikes as my back up/passenger helmet. Its very round and noisy. I dont know how the Carbon version is.
My other Helmet is a Suomy Spec1Rextreme and its night and day. Prior was Shark RSR2 and it was night and day too.

The HJC has a shield lock that is annoying to me. You may love it. If your used to Shoei I would definitely try one of these on before buying. The one I have is not up to the standards (comfort, noise, venting, shield) as the higher end helmets.

**FZ6inNH** · 06-30-2008, 02:46 PM

My experience along with many Shoei owners is.... Once you've owned Shoei, you'll not be happy with others. Maybe a Dainese or Schuberth?

I just tried on the new Shoei RF-1000 and loved the fit for a round head. Most helmets in the US have been made for oval heads for some reason. I'm looking to buy the RF-1000 now.

mglowe · 06-30-2008, 03:11 PM

I too was thinking about the AC-12 Carbon for the weight. The more I ride however, I would rather have a lower sound level.

I have the CL-15 Session and it is noisy on our bike. Get out in clean air and it's not so bad. I hate that I must wear a head sock because HJC helmets, for me, are either to large or too small. The fit is odd at best.

xj750_Pete · 06-30-2008, 03:29 PM

I was doing research on this helmet as well. Here's a link that may be useful
HJC AC-12 Carbon Helmet - webBikeWorld

Cali rider · 06-30-2008, 05:37 PM

I have owned three different AC-12s. I have used Shoei helmets in the past and I prefer the HJC product. I don't have a problem with wind noise on the street or the track (however, I always wear earplugs), I like the shield lock system and I really like the removable inserts that allow you to wash them with soap and water, dry and reinstall in the helmet. I have crash tested this helmet at high speed and it saved my skull from injury, hence I'm a loyal customer.

They are Snell and DOT approved and are very sensibly priced. If you want a great helmet for less than $130, get one. If you believe in the myth "The more you spend on a helmet the better it protects", look elsewhere.

Wolfman · 07-14-2008, 10:32 AM

Well first of all, thanks to everyone for their input. I now have my HJC AC-12 Carbon Helmet, and i love it!

Nice fit, not too noisy, and am very impressed with the build quality, the liner, the vent mechanism's, etc.

Always been a Shoei man, but this helmet is right up there with any Shoei i have had.

Have been told that the ac-12 carbon is very much hand made, and is a loss leading product for HJC, who are using this helmet to try and get more credibility in the top end of the market...whatever they are doing, i love this helmet.

Howattzer · 07-14-2008, 11:45 AM

I have this exact helmet. I love it. Super light weight, good fit/finish, good quality construction. I have ridden a Shoei 1000 as well, which I think is quieter. Overall, I am super happy with AC-12 Carbon. For the $340 I paid, I would not hesitate to get another one if mine was damaged/lost. Everyone I ride with has Shoei 1000 and I wanted something a little different. Just like my FZ6.

**Keits** · 07-14-2008, 11:51 AM

You will notice that the finish on the carbon ac-12will blister for no apparent reason. I have one also and other than that I'm pretty happy with the helmet though admittedly I've never worn Arai or shoei....

**wolfc70** · 07-14-2008, 12:12 PM

Wow, very cool looking helmet!! I am a HJC fan now after purchasing a CL-SP Throttle, much quiter than my Nolan, and better build quality. Will have to keep the AC-12 carbon in mind!

06-30-2008, 10:51 AM	#2 (permalink)
wrightme43 Super Sock Puppet Administrator Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bowling Green KY Bike: 07 FZ6 in Blue. Posts: 5,174 Rep Power: 10 Member #42	Re: hjc ac-12 Helmet, anyone got one? are they any good? I have the HJC AC-12 Yikes as my back up/passenger helmet. Its very round and noisy. I dont know how the Carbon version is. My other Helmet is a Suomy Spec1Rextreme and its night and day. Prior was Shark RSR2 and it was night and day too. The HJC has a shield lock that is annoying to me. You may love it. If your used to Shoei I would definitely try one of these on before buying. The one I have is not up to the standards (comfort, noise, venting, shield) as the higher end helmets. __________________ Texas to update slogan from 'Don't Mess with Texas' to 'We Warned You' as homeowners gun down would-be burglars at record rate.

06-30-2008, 02:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
FZ6inNH Moderator w/ Twisted Fate Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: New Hampshire Bike: 2008 FZ6 Cobalt Blue Posts: 3,151 Rep Power: 51 Member #18	Re: hjc ac-12 Helmet, anyone got one? are they any good? My experience along with many Shoei owners is.... Once you've owned Shoei, you'll not be happy with others. Maybe a Dainese or Schuberth? I just tried on the new Shoei RF-1000 and loved the fit for a round head. Most helmets in the US have been made for oval heads for some reason. I'm looking to buy the RF-1000 now. __________________ -={FZ6inNH}=- . . Member #9 . . 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 -My Rider Resume Mods: Yamaha Lower Cowl, Racetech Springs w/15w oil, FAZR6 F.E. Kit, Puig Smoke Racing Screen, Tank Camera mount, Cortech Sport saddle and tail bags, dual headlight mod, Shogun Sliders, Yamaha Comfort Seat, Mild Airbox Mod, De-Stickered, and Custom Carbon Fiber SwingArm Decals

06-30-2008, 03:11 PM	#4 (permalink)
mglowe Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ames, IA USA Bike: 2007 FZ6 [Blue] Posts: 285 Rep Power: 8 Member #150	Re: hjc ac-12 Helmet, anyone got one? are they any good? I too was thinking about the AC-12 Carbon for the weight. The more I ride however, I would rather have a lower sound level. I have the CL-15 Session and it is noisy on our bike. Get out in clean air and it's not so bad. I hate that I must wear a head sock because HJC helmets, for me, are either to large or too small. The fit is odd at best.

06-30-2008, 03:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
xj750_Pete Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: El Monte, So Cal Bike: 2007 Red FZ6 Posts: 231 Rep Power: 5 Member #2893	Re: hjc ac-12 Helmet, anyone got one? are they any good? I was doing research on this helmet as well. Here's a link that may be useful HJC AC-12 Carbon Helmet - webBikeWorld

06-30-2008, 05:37 PM	#6 (permalink)
Cali rider Tequila Moderator Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Orange County, California Bike: 04 FZ6, 07 R1 Posts: 315 Rep Power: 11 Member #681	Re: hjc ac-12 Helmet, anyone got one? are they any good? I have owned three different AC-12s. I have used Shoei helmets in the past and I prefer the HJC product. I don't have a problem with wind noise on the street or the track (however, I always wear earplugs), I like the shield lock system and I really like the removable inserts that allow you to wash them with soap and water, dry and reinstall in the helmet. I have crash tested this helmet at high speed and it saved my skull from injury, hence I'm a loyal customer. They are Snell and DOT approved and are very sensibly priced. If you want a great helmet for less than $130, get one. If you believe in the myth "The more you spend on a helmet the better it protects", look elsewhere.

07-14-2008, 10:32 AM	#7 (permalink)
Wolfman Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Australia Bike: 2006 fzn Posts: 2,485 Rep Power: 29 Member #2280	Re: hjc ac-12 Helmet, anyone got one? are they any good? Well first of all, thanks to everyone for their input. I now have my HJC AC-12 Carbon Helmet, and i love it! Nice fit, not too noisy, and am very impressed with the build quality, the liner, the vent mechanism's, etc. Always been a Shoei man, but this helmet is right up there with any Shoei i have had. Have been told that the ac-12 carbon is very much hand made, and is a loss leading product for HJC, who are using this helmet to try and get more credibility in the top end of the market...whatever they are doing, i love this helmet. __________________ 06 FZ6N - *Engine:* PCIII (Cust.Map) = 98.4hp.TB Ti's, BMC Air filt., airbox mod, -1 front sprocket, Speedohealer *Suspension:* 08 fz6 Forks, Racetech .95kg springs, gold valve emulators, Ohlins shock. *Brakes:* R6 front calipers, Braking Wave Discs, Braided Lines, Ferodo pads. *Ergonomics:* Pazzo levers, Valtermoto Rearsets, MCS Drag Bars, Oggy Knobs. *Bling:* MCS Mirrors, Mini LED indicators, MCS Carbon Bar Ends, 08 front fender, Bagster tank bra, Polished Wheels, FE. Scorpion sr900i alarm.

07-14-2008, 11:45 AM	#8 (permalink)
Howattzer Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Kamloops, BC Canada Bike: 2007 FZ6 - blue Posts: 100 Rep Power: 6 Member #571	Re: hjc ac-12 Helmet, anyone got one? are they any good? I have this exact helmet. I love it. Super light weight, good fit/finish, good quality construction. I have ridden a Shoei 1000 as well, which I think is quieter. Overall, I am super happy with AC-12 Carbon. For the $340 I paid, I would not hesitate to get another one if mine was damaged/lost. Everyone I ride with has Shoei 1000 and I wanted something a little different. Just like my FZ6. __________________ 2007 in faster blue. On bike: Pazzo Racing levers, Puig DB Racing screen, FE Kit, Motovan Sliders, Michelin Pilot Power 2CT's, Stainless Steel Scorpions, PC III, K&N filter, FZ1 handlebars. On order: Powerbronze seat cowl, -1 front sprocket and 520 chain, Rizoma grips and bar ends, Ohlins shock, Racetech springs and emulator. To be installed and ready to rock by riding season for April 01, 2009.

07-14-2008, 11:51 AM	#9 (permalink)
Keits Dela-Where? Join Date: May 2008 Location: Delaware Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 139 Rep Power: 4 Member #2576	Re: hjc ac-12 Helmet, anyone got one? are they any good? You will notice that the finish on the carbon ac-12will blister for no apparent reason. I have one also and other than that I'm pretty happy with the helmet though admittedly I've never worn Arai or shoei.... __________________ DEEP METALLIC RED 2007 FZ6 -LeoVince Exhaust

07-14-2008, 12:12 PM	#10 (permalink)
wolfc70 R is for Rust Coloration Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Oshkosh, WI Bike: '07 Candy Red FZ6, '81 Honda c70 Passport Posts: 423 Rep Power: 9 Member #767	Re: hjc ac-12 Helmet, anyone got one? are they any good? Wow, very cool looking helmet!! I am a HJC fan now after purchasing a CL-SP Throttle, much quiter than my Nolan, and better build quality. Will have to keep the AC-12 carbon in mind! __________________ "I tip my hat to the man who drives an Alfa Romeo" - Henry Ford

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