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**reiobard** · 09-15-2008, 08:08 AM

I have been looking for a new Helmet for a little while, my Suomy has been great and i would buy another again, but i ran across a smokin deal on the KBC Force RR this weekend and i bought it.

It fits great and although it is a little heavier than the Suomy it feel slighter on my head. It also seems to cut the wind better (i would always get a bit of shaking in the suomy at highway speeds, but nothing with the KBC.) So far after about 200 miles with the helmet i am pleased!

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MisterX · 09-15-2008, 09:07 AM

Nice lid. I was about to wonder if the lightning bolts on the side helped make the bike go faster (

), but then I remembered that you have the faster blue bike and don't dare go any faster due to G-force concerns.

X

**reiobard** · 09-15-2008, 06:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MisterX

Nice lid. I was about to wonder if the lightning bolts on the side helped make the bike go faster (

), but then I remembered that you have the faster blue bike and don't dare go any faster due to G-force concerns.

X

well, technically since it fits better and does not shake with wind then i am more comfortable at higher speeds.... not that i went any faster than 80, but even that was much smoother on my head.

**JohnP** · 09-15-2008, 06:22 PM

I'd like to see the face of some little girl when you right up next to her in the backseat of mom's car and spots you in that helmet....

Pretty cool Rob,

John

**wrightme43** · 09-15-2008, 06:25 PM

good looking helmet man.

**reiobard** · 09-15-2008, 06:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnP

I'd like to see the face of some little girl when you right up next to her in the backseat of mom's car and spots you in that helmet....

Pretty cool Rob,

John

Nice!! now i know i made the right choice!!!

**FZ6inNH** · 09-15-2008, 07:00 PM

Great lid Rob!

If the old one shakes on your head, it doesn't fit right and needs to be considered a retirement object. Unless you can get a tighter liner and thicker cheek pads to tighten the fit anyway!

**reiobard** · 09-15-2008, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by FZ6inNH

Great lid Rob!

If the old one shakes on your head, it doesn't fit right and needs to be considered a retirement object. Unless you can get a tighter liner and thicker cheek pads to tighten the fit anyway!

that was my thought too, i thought it fit, but then i lost 30 lbs over the spring/summer and then it seemed to shake on my head... plus this one is cooler

**FZ6inNH** · 09-15-2008, 07:11 PM

How's the venting in this one? How many stops does the visor have and do they stay at speed? Thnx!

**reiobard** · 09-15-2008, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by FZ6inNH

How's the venting in this one? How many stops does the visor have and do they stay at speed? Thnx!

there are tons of vents that breathe really well, i was riding with the visor completely closed and it was still very well vented, also i just counted and it has 7 stops including closed. I have kept it at 2nd and 3rd position as well as full open on the highway (with glasses on) and it stayed right where i put it.

09-15-2008, 08:08 AM	#1 (permalink)
reiobard Postaholic Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Concord, NH Bike: 2007 FZ6 (The Faster Blue) Posts: 5,369 Rep Power: 72 Member #991	Got a new Lid I have been looking for a new Helmet for a little while, my Suomy has been great and i would buy another again, but i ran across a smokin deal on the KBC Force RR this weekend and i bought it. It fits great and although it is a little heavier than the Suomy it feel slighter on my head. It also seems to cut the wind better (i would always get a bit of shaking in the suomy at highway speeds, but nothing with the KBC.) So far after about 200 miles with the helmet i am pleased! Stock Photo:

09-15-2008, 09:07 AM	#2 (permalink)
MisterX Code Monkey Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Madison, AL Bike: 2006 Buell XB9SX Posts: 343 Rep Power: 6 Member #3192	Re: Got a new Lid Nice lid. I was about to wonder if the lightning bolts on the side helped make the bike go faster (), but then I remembered that you have the faster blue bike and don't dare go any faster due to G-force concerns. X __________________ Oh yeah... It's a Buell!

09-15-2008, 06:22 PM	#4 (permalink)
JohnP 3rd Photo Contest Winner Join Date: May 2008 Location: Massachusetts Bike: '08 Cobalt Blue FZ6 Posts: 160 Rep Power: 5 Member #2658	Re: Got a new Lid I'd like to see the face of some little girl when you right up next to her in the backseat of mom's car and spots you in that helmet.... Pretty cool Rob, John __________________ 02 Black Nekid SV650 sold to get a 02 Illusion Blue GL1800 sold to get a 08 Cobalt Blue FZ6

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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: Got a new Lid good looking helmet man. __________________ Texas to update slogan from 'Don't Mess with Texas' to 'We Warned You' as homeowners gun down would-be burglars at record rate.

09-15-2008, 07:00 PM	#7 (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: Got a new Lid Great lid Rob! If the old one shakes on your head, it doesn't fit right and needs to be considered a retirement object. Unless you can get a tighter liner and thicker cheek pads to tighten the fit anyway! __________________ -={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

09-15-2008, 07:11 PM	#9 (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: Got a new Lid How's the venting in this one? How many stops does the visor have and do they stay at speed? Thnx! __________________ -={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

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