I Ordered This Helmet From Amazon; What Are The Cons?

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Lightcycle said:
Saw this at the store the other day, I really like the design on this one:

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Alas, I've blown my helmet (and motorcycle) budget for the next couple of years...
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I tried it, doesn't fit my me. Major pressure on neck and the forehead. Returned it and got a K6.
 
"Too cheap to be good" is a close relative of "too good to be true".

Helmets are something I need to try on before buying. Everyone's head is a different shape, and everyone has certain helmet brands that typically fit them comfortably and certain brands that don't. Buying online? You have no way of knowing.
 
Got a cheap head? Get a cheap helmet.
 
I got a Schuberth C4. It wasn't worth the money. However, if I bought an ILM it would be for the passenger I don't want on my bike. Let us know how it works out.
 
On the light note, has anbody got this?
www.brakefreetech.com

Brake Free Helmet Brake Light

The home of Brake Free, the brightest smart high visibility helmet brake light accessory with wireless brake detection. The first detachable brake light that can easily mount to most helmets! Be seen to be safe.
www.brakefreetech.com www.brakefreetech.com

I remember the kickstarter a few years back and followed the progress, even saw it in person at CES. Seems to have shaped up really well. It actually brakes and lights up, and I think they are working on one that signals
 
If you value forum members advice why ask for cons after you've purchased something?
 
Nikola Tesla said:
Nice! Im looking at the Nardo Grey or Secret colour. Any stores allowing people to try them on for sizing and fit?
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GP was before, not sure of current conditions. May have to wait a few weeks
 
GP is allowing you to try the helmet on during a curbside pickup, however, if it doesn't fit you either need to ship it back to them (so, take it home and ship it back) or wait for the store to reopen and return it in person...they are not allowing refunds/exchanges during curbside pickup and their return policy has been extended to 30 days after the restrictions are lifted and they reopen...I just spoke to them on Friday as I was thinking of getting a new lid myself...
 
When you're buying a new helmet check to see if its design requires a proprietary communicator vs. a generic fit one. The proprietary one will be overpriced and it's functions/capabilities may a generation behind what's for sale now
 
Lightcycle said:
Saw this at the store the other day, I really like the design on this one:

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Alas, I've blown my helmet (and motorcycle) budget for the next couple of years...
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I just recently bought the RPHA 11. Plain white of course. So far so good
 
Brian P said:
"Too cheap to be good" is a close relative of "too good to be true".

Helmets are something I need to try on before buying. Everyone's head is a different shape, and everyone has certain helmet brands that typically fit them comfortably and certain brands that don't. Buying online? You have no way of knowing.
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People getting into riding don't want to spend much more than that $129 price. 60% of people taking the motorcycle course will not get their full M. They don't want to invest a lot of money on something they might not enjoy. That being said you can find some helmets in that price range that are even ECE rated. Safety is the key, along with getting the right fit. Sure the inside is not going to feel like an Arai or a Shoei, but as long as it fits properly and it's a safe helmet that is the biggest concern for someone starting out.
 
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Klaatu said:
People getting into riding don't want to spend much more than that $129 price. 60% of people taking the motorcycle course will not get their full M. They don't want to invest a lot of money on something they might not enjoy. That being said you can find some helmets in that price range that are even ECE rated. Getting the right fit is key.
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I'm ok with being cost-conscious. In that case, you want the plainest helmet you can find (that fits you well) so the money went into protection. All of the money that went into glitter or gimmicks comes out of the protection.
 
Klaatu said:
People getting into riding don't want to spend much more than that $129 price. 60% of people taking the motorcycle course will not get their full M. They don't want to invest a lot of money on something they might not enjoy. That being said you can find some helmets in that price range that are even ECE rated. Safety is the key, along with getting the right fit. Sure the inside is not going to feel like an Arai or a Shoei, but as long as it fits properly and it's a safe helmet that is the biggest concern for someone starting out.
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^ this
you can still get good quality ece/snell helmets on a budget
 
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