helmet question

[xfootdoc]

I'm about to order a new helmet with speakers. Have 3 in mind. They are the Nolan N-103, Nolan N-43 trilogy, and the Shark evoline 2. I'd like the Shark but have read that there could be problems with fitting speakers and mike to the helmet. Anyone out there with recent experience with any of these? I'll be using J&M 629 electronics. Thanks......Alan

[hitime]

Can't help you with the configuration you are looking at. I am considering the N43 trilogy, but would use the N-com system with it. I'm just trying to decide if I really want to spend that much money on a helmet or not.

[tfdeputydawg]

Do I really want to spend that much money on a helmet or not.

Ask yourself the same question I ask myself when I replace my top of the line helmets every 5 years:
How much is your head worth

[hitime]

I was wearing a $90 JCWhitney helmet when I rode the first end-over-end on my motorcycle and then face planted about 4 1/2 years ago. Did not even have a concussion. You can't convince me that paying 5 times that amount is going to protect me so much more that it is worth paying that much. YMMV.

[champsman97045]

I'm about to order a new helmet with speakers. Have 3 in mind. They are the Nolan N-103, Nolan N-43 trilogy, and the Shark evoline 2. I'd like the Shark but have read that there could be problems with fitting speakers and mike to the helmet. Anyone out there with recent experience with any of these? I'll be using J&M 629 electronics. Thanks......Alan

go to the j and m website as they also sell helmets with systems already installed, then you might have the answer you are looking for

[Alan Oakley]

Alan<br />
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I have the Trilogy and really do like it. I got mine at Wing Ding this year. I had been using Arai Classic but the Nolan Trilogy seems much lighter. It fits well and I am very pleased<br />
<br />
Alan

[Papa Zook]

Ive owned and sold every line of helmet out there and Nolan is what I wear every day. Its the lightest, best fitting and most functional helmet out there IMHO.

[skuuter]

I like Nolan and Arai Helmets, but can't ever seem to get the exact fit I find in Fulmer, Shoei, and Scorpion Helmets for "my head shape"....... I also use various versions of Open Face, Modular (my favorite type when I find a reasonably quiet, good fitting one), and Full Coverage, depending on Trip Length, Area Ridden, and Weather.....:wtg:

[The Wolf]

I brought 2 x N-103's back from the states last year and in my opinion are the best helmets I have ever had. Good luck with the choice :yes:

[Blondie Gal]

I like Nolan and Arai Helmets, but can't ever seem to get the exact fit I find in Fulmer, Shoei, and Scorpion Helmets for "my head shape"....... I also use various versions of Open Face, Modular (my favorite type when I find a reasonably quiet, good fitting one), and Full Coverage, depending on Trip Length, Area Ridden, and Weather.....:wtg:

ScalpHunter got us matching Scorpion 'Transformer' helmets last spring, but I chose to wear the full face option (it 'transforms' to a 3/4) when we went back East in June. He put comm in them which worked well, but the clear shield microwaved my nose, cheeks, lips & chin, and I looked like a boiled lobster for about three weeks. If you choose this helmet, PLEASE consider a smoke or dark smoke, or even a mirrored, shield. They're great helmets, but full face, clear shield, is not suitable for hot summer travel if you have light skin.

[tfdeputydawg]

Ive owned and sold every line of helmet out there and Nolan is what I wear every day. Its the lightest, best fitting and most functional helmet out there IMHO.

There ya go. I will be looking @ Nolans next time.
Dawg

[azwiz]

bought 2 N43 trilogy with J&M 629 units in December and love them

[Trike]

Not going to help but come to the UK... no helmet required.

[deacon45]

After much research, I chose the HJC IS-33 Motorcycle Helmet (Color: Anthracite) I have the headphones and microphone installed and it works well. While riding last years Rolling Thunder, Ride For The Wall, temperatures reached 98°F. The helmet was cooler (with vents open) than riding in a doo-rag.

It's a three quarter helmet with a face shield which offers 95% UV protection. Inside it also has a integrated smoke-tinted sunshield that deploys and retracts quickly and easily. Plus, at $125, is a bit more cost efective than other brands.

HJC*IS-33 Motorcycle Helmet*-*SafeRacer

Good luck with whatever choice you make.

Deacon