Helmet advice

Sockmonster · L Plate Warrior Joined: 24 Jan 2018 Karma :

Hi guys,

Looking for suggestions on helmets and head shapes.

Currently using a Shark Evo 2 which I've had for too long. Unfortunately, it made contact with road last week which gives me a very good excuse to replace it.

Called in Ghost Bikes in Preston today and tried on pretty much every make of helmet they had - ideally I want a face up but I also tried full face. The only one that fit me correctly was a Shoei Neotec 2. Now, if that is the only option, I will fork out the £££ for that, but I was hoping that someone here might have some idea of other helmet with a similar fit/shape on a tighter budget.

I know that the Shoei is a good helmet, and you do get what you pay for, but other options would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance,

Si

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Sockmonster · L Plate Warrior Joined: 24 Jan 2018 Karma :

Thanks - had seen those elsewhere as well.

I had gone in to look at the IS Max which is under £200. Even £400 was more than I intended to spend

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Kentol750 · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 May 2016 Karma :

Just got a neotec 2 to replace my neotec. Yes, its pricey, but, it's way quieter than the first one. It's a p/j which first one isn't and the vents are even better. It's the only flip that fits me comfortably too, I have, I think, tried on almost every flip/system helmet over past 4 years and only shoei and schuberth fit.
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Hawkeye1250FA · World Chat Champion Joined: 14 Oct 2016 Karma :

Courier265 · World Chat Champion Joined: 01 Oct 2017 Karma :

AGV would be a good helmet to start, K3 or the K5 or perhaps A scorpion helmet. I used to wear Shoei till they stopped the quick release... (*fuckers*)

struan80 · World Chat Champion Joined: 04 Nov 2014 Karma :

https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_cat/579?r=AWS_SHA&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI367nnuPx2AIV7rftCh1QjgDbEAAYASAAEgLE_fD_BwE

Sockmonster · L Plate Warrior Joined: 24 Jan 2018 Karma :

Thanks - obviously, a replacement Shark wouldn't be a bad option

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Tdibs · Traffic Copper Joined: 16 Jan 2015 Karma :

Not sure if going to get another AGV K5-sv either, really like the design and fit for me but the quality is a bit wank... Sun visor came loose and had to be removed after about 7 months, same as the K3's pinlocks dont last long. Front clip to slightly keep the visor open came off too, not that impressive for the price.
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