Reccomended helmet under ?200?

Reppyboyo · Nearly there... Joined: 15 Sep 2006 Karma :

Hi,

Could anyone reccomend a good buget lid (Under £200)?
Sadly my HJC HQ-1 is damaged and I dont want to take the risk of rideing with it much longer.

Mainly looking for something light & quiet.

Thanks for the help all.

The Tot · World Chat Champion Joined: 11 Jun 2004 Karma :

I'm pretty sure you can pick up a shoei XR1000 for that price if you know where to look? Failing that, a shoei Raid II is more or less the same helmet with less features but a good long distance helmet.
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G · The Voice of Reason Joined: 02 Feb 2002 Karma :

The one that fits the best. </stock answer>

Really, though, that's what's important - that's what's going to save your life if bad things do happen.

I find the shoeis quite loud; but the Raid I is a very good fit for me, so am happy with it.

Hairy Ben · Scooby Slapper Joined: 27 Apr 2007 Karma :

I got a plain black Shoei XR1000 for £199 inc postage from these guys last year... (Although the page isn't loading for some reason at the mo) https://www.bfmmotorcycles.co.uk/catalogue/clothing/helmets/shoei.jsp

You should be able to get a plain colour XR1000 for around that from other online retailers though.

Utterly outstanding lid for the money. Smile

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snapperslappe... · Scooby Slapper Joined: 03 Jun 2006 Karma :

pic up a copy of ride mag, they've just done a feature on £200 ish helmets.....about 12-13.....

binge · Emo Kiddy Joined: 02 Jul 2004 Karma :

When I bought my helmet, I tried on £500 shoei and Arai helmets. And I couldn't find one that fit me comfortably.

In the end I spent £150 on an AGV Airtech Lid in this seasons colours.
I put it on, and it felt like It was all the way on, And was way too small. Then it sort of pushed on a little more, and just fitted perfectly, Everywhere. The most comfortable bike helmet ive ever come across tbh. VERY impressed. Thumbs Up

So just go to a local bike shop. Find out what size you are, Then just try on different makes until you find one that fits nice. You will know when you have the right one on your head. Thumbs Up

Torque05 · Nearly there... Joined: 18 Aug 2006 Karma :

My shark S800 only cost 140, i personally think its a great lid. Although it just depends what suits your head. Try a few on and see what fits you properly. Thumbs Up

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DrJustice · Scooby Slapper Joined: 04 Dec 2005 Karma :

I use the shoei Raid 2 which I'm happy with paid about £250 when they first came out but expect they are under £200 now !
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pwntifex · World Chat Champion Joined: 23 Aug 2006 Karma :

HJC CS-12 all the way. £80.
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Type_Mo · World Chat Champion Joined: 30 Jun 2004 Karma :

How about Something Like HJC FS-10 at £199.99 ?

Multi-Fibre Full Face Helmet with Sun Visor

The FS-10 comes with a removable and washable AquaTrans lining and cheek pads. Aquatrans uses a very fine micro fabric, the thickness of a human hair, for better absorption of perspiration. Combining a composite shell with Fiberglass, Spectra and Kevlar. Patented dual Pivot visor mechanism ensuring an ultra-secure seal, avoiding lift and visor noise.

Sun visor system
Quick release visor system
Anti-fog visor
Removable lining
Removable breath guard
Removable chin curtain
7 point ventilation
One-touch spring loaded sun visor mechanism

https://www.sounddistribution.co.uk/images/fsir-big.jpg
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