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**Todd08** · 09-08-2008, 07:50 PM

I have a Fulmer full face helmet that was given to me by the dealership. I have since done some research on Fulmer helmets. JD powers ranks them dead last.

Can anyone suggest a good full face under $300.00

Thanks

**christod1** · 09-08-2008, 09:07 PM

Why don't do check out this the following link. I'm sure you'll find something you like and at a reasonable price. Personally I'd go for an Arai or Shoei..

New Enough Motorcycle Apparel sells motorcycle jackets, pants and suits, boots, gloves, helmets, etc :: New Enough, LTD

thirty_too · 09-08-2008, 09:09 PM

i commend you for trying to save money.. however, i dont wear anything but the best money can buy for my head... whats another 50 bucks to get a shoei rf-1000.... if you get a solid color its like 350... graphics are like 450... i have the rf-1000 all black gloss with dark smoke shield

... i want my head protected with the best... just my $.02

**christod1** · 09-08-2008, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thirty_too

i commend you for trying to save money.. however, i dont wear anything but the best money can buy for my head... whats another 50 bucks to get a shoei rf-1000.... if you get a solid color its like 350... graphics are like 450... i have the rf-1000 all black gloss with dark smoke shield

... i want my head protected with the best... just my $.02

I totally agree...

billm · 09-08-2008, 09:20 PM

Someone (actually Admin & another thread earlier) posted info about the Sparx line of helmets that Webbikeworld rated very well & they are reasonable.
I wish that thread had been posted 3 weeks earlier cause I just bought a new one. If I'd have known about the Sparx helmets I def. would have looked into them.
Aside from that there are plenty of helmets out there for under $300. Again look up the Bikeworld reviews of helmets, go to a dealer & try them on, see what you like & buy it on-line for probably less.
The bikeworld review & the Forum thread shows you don't have to spend a fortune on a helmet & you get all the DOT & others specs!
http://www.fz6-forum.com/forum/safet...hlight=helmets (Sparx Helmets: Advice?)
SparX S-07 Helmet - webBikeWorld
SparX Helmets - RevZilla Motorsports
Good luck in your search.

**wrightme43** · 09-08-2008, 09:27 PM

research sharp helmet ratings in the UK.

go to ebay.

search for Shark helmets.

buy shark helmet for under 200$

Be happy.
Just dont get the RSR2 with the giant central vent. Tons o air with bug chunks in your hair.

To save you the trouble of looking them up on Sharp.
5 star rated.
Very protective, light, comfy.

I love my Suomy but it only got 3 stars on Sharp.

I do miss my Shark helmet, and will be getting another one. Just not the RSR2, probley are RSI or RSX.

There are some concerns about Snell 2005 spec being to hard in the medium and small sizes. I wear a medium. I chose the BSI standard this time, last time the ECE standard. I do not anticipate needing a helmet that is designed hard enough for the 1% type of impact scenario. I wanted one that was softer for the 99% type of impacts.
Just my thoughts, and opinons.

xj750_Pete · 09-09-2008, 12:05 AM

A good full face? Shoei TZ-R line can be found for $271-$300 depending on your choice of paint scheme.

**Todd08** · 09-09-2008, 07:15 AM

Thanks for all the help, I'll be going shopping today.

Cali rider · 09-09-2008, 08:01 AM

Check out the new HJC FS-15: HJC Helmets A state of the art helmet for around $250, Snell and DOT approved, Ben Spies uses it (if that's important to you).

I've said this before, but I'll repeat it here: High price doesn't equate to higher quality. Of course, it's your money so spend it how you want.

necrotimus · 09-09-2008, 08:07 AM

Just remember fit is more important than anything else. If it doesn't fit it won't protect no matter if its $50 or $500.

09-08-2008, 07:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
Todd08 Molly and Jacks Dad Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Whispering Pines, NC Bike: '08 FZ6 Posts: 51 Rep Power: 3 Member #3290	New Helmet I have a Fulmer full face helmet that was given to me by the dealership. I have since done some research on Fulmer helmets. JD powers ranks them dead last. Can anyone suggest a good full face under $300.00 Thanks __________________ MODS: puig double bubble, FAZR6 F.E. Kit

09-08-2008, 09:07 PM	#2 (permalink)
christod1 Just a member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rhodes, Greece Bike: Naked 07 FZ6 Posts: 485 Rep Power: 9 Member #967	Re: New Helmet Why don't do check out this the following link. I'm sure you'll find something you like and at a reasonable price. Personally I'd go for an Arai or Shoei.. New Enough Motorcycle Apparel sells motorcycle jackets, pants and suits, boots, gloves, helmets, etc :: New Enough, LTD __________________ Life is too short.You got to stop and look around once in a while cause you might miss it.

09-08-2008, 09:09 PM	#3 (permalink)
thirty_too FZ6 Junkie Join Date: May 2008 Location: Clemson, SC Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 204 Rep Power: 5 Member #2890	Re: New Helmet i commend you for trying to save money.. however, i dont wear anything but the best money can buy for my head... whats another 50 bucks to get a shoei rf-1000.... if you get a solid color its like 350... graphics are like 450... i have the rf-1000 all black gloss with dark smoke shield ... i want my head protected with the best... just my $.02

09-08-2008, 09:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
billm Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pahrump, NV Bike: 2004 FZ6 Posts: 256 Rep Power: 5 Member #1778	Re: New Helmet Someone (actually Admin & another thread earlier) posted info about the Sparx line of helmets that Webbikeworld rated very well & they are reasonable. I wish that thread had been posted 3 weeks earlier cause I just bought a new one. If I'd have known about the Sparx helmets I def. would have looked into them. Aside from that there are plenty of helmets out there for under $300. Again look up the Bikeworld reviews of helmets, go to a dealer & try them on, see what you like & buy it on-line for probably less. The bikeworld review & the Forum thread shows you don't have to spend a fortune on a helmet & you get all the DOT & others specs! http://www.fz6-forum.com/forum/safet...hlight=helmets (Sparx Helmets: Advice?) SparX S-07 Helmet - webBikeWorld SparX Helmets - RevZilla Motorsports Good luck in your search. Last edited by billm; 09-08-2008 at 09:22 PM..

09-08-2008, 09:27 PM	#6 (permalink)
wrightme43 Super Sock Puppet Administrator Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bowling Green KY Bike: 07 FZ6 in Blue. Posts: 5,170 Rep Power: 10 Member #42	Re: New Helmet research sharp helmet ratings in the UK. go to ebay. search for Shark helmets. buy shark helmet for under 200$ Be happy. Just dont get the RSR2 with the giant central vent. Tons o air with bug chunks in your hair. To save you the trouble of looking them up on Sharp. 5 star rated. Very protective, light, comfy. I love my Suomy but it only got 3 stars on Sharp. I do miss my Shark helmet, and will be getting another one. Just not the RSR2, probley are RSI or RSX. There are some concerns about Snell 2005 spec being to hard in the medium and small sizes. I wear a medium. I chose the BSI standard this time, last time the ECE standard. I do not anticipate needing a helmet that is designed hard enough for the 1% type of impact scenario. I wanted one that was softer for the 99% type of impacts. Just my thoughts, and opinons. __________________ Texas to update slogan from 'Don't Mess with Texas' to 'We Warned You' as homeowners gun down would-be burglars at record rate.

09-09-2008, 12:05 AM	#7 (permalink)
xj750_Pete Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: El Monte, So Cal Bike: 2007 Red FZ6 Posts: 229 Rep Power: 5 Member #2893	Re: New Helmet A good full face? Shoei TZ-R line can be found for $271-$300 depending on your choice of paint scheme.

09-09-2008, 07:15 AM	#8 (permalink)
Todd08 Molly and Jacks Dad Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Whispering Pines, NC Bike: '08 FZ6 Posts: 51 Rep Power: 3 Member #3290	Re: New Helmet Thanks for all the help, I'll be going shopping today. __________________ MODS: puig double bubble, FAZR6 F.E. Kit

09-09-2008, 08:01 AM	#9 (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: New Helmet Check out the new HJC FS-15: HJC Helmets A state of the art helmet for around $250, Snell and DOT approved, Ben Spies uses it (if that's important to you). I've said this before, but I'll repeat it here: High price doesn't equate to higher quality. Of course, it's your money so spend it how you want. __________________ John

09-09-2008, 08:07 AM	#10 (permalink)
necrotimus Custom User Title Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: W00dbridge Virginia Bike: 06 Red Posts: 428 Rep Power: 8 Member #3695	Re: New Helmet Just remember fit is more important than anything else. If it doesn't fit it won't protect no matter if its $50 or $500. __________________ [Insert witty comment here]

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