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Considering whether or not to wear a full face helmet? There is a lot of different variations from full face to no helmet. Choose the Proper Protective Equipment (PPE) that makes you feel comfortable. Some factors to consider:
Read the full discussion below to find out what forum members are wearing.
Read the full discussion below to find out what forum members are wearing.
Real Harley owners dont wear full face helmets?
#571
11-30-2012 | 01:38 PM
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From: Potsdam, NY
Sup guys. I recently bought a '10 Iron 883 and have put about 250 miles on this summer. Its my first bike and my first time ever on a motorcycle. I took all my safety classes and got my license so Ive been taking the necessary steps to become a responsible owner. Ive done a few mods, including drag bars, new seat, pegs etc. The bike looks wicked and people can't believe its a harley and I get tons of compliments.
I wear an Icon SSR full face helmet thats flat black to match the bike. Someone told me today "real harley owners dont wear full face helmets". Im new to the whole culture but I understand it. Ive seen guys wearing vanity helmets that are not DOT approved and they do look cool but I dont want to risk my safety. I already feel weird enough driving without my leather jacket, but its been a constant 90 degrees and humid and I just cant do it.
So my question is, do I look douchey riding around with a full face helmet and gloves and nothing else? Am I the butt of all jokes when other motorcycle guys drive by?
I wear an Icon SSR full face helmet thats flat black to match the bike. Someone told me today "real harley owners dont wear full face helmets". Im new to the whole culture but I understand it. Ive seen guys wearing vanity helmets that are not DOT approved and they do look cool but I dont want to risk my safety. I already feel weird enough driving without my leather jacket, but its been a constant 90 degrees and humid and I just cant do it.
So my question is, do I look douchey riding around with a full face helmet and gloves and nothing else? Am I the butt of all jokes when other motorcycle guys drive by?
Last edited by fat_tony; 11-30-2012 at 01:45 PM.
#573
12-01-2012 | 01:16 AM
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From: Gulf Breeze, FL
Here is the Bell Revolver modular I have taken to wearing. Yeah, it's a little Storm Trooper looking lol, but it wears well with a chin curtain and I love how I can flip it up easily for a 3/4 style when I want. It even has a flip-down tinted visor feature...I no longer wear sunglasses under my helmet.
#574
12-01-2012 | 05:04 AM
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From: Kafar Hanusi
Myself, I never liked the full farce helmets and the new ones (IMO) have a technology failure, they open like a door, if its FF you want then wear a real FF unit, not a wannabe.
Ive always enjoyed the open road, highway or B roads with 1/2 helmet if I must wear one. I don't ride like I stole the bike, its mine. I ride safe and sane (always have), especially with the wife aboard, we enjoy the day and being together. If Im alone I'll have a beer to smooth the ride, go ahead shoot me. Those who say I'm irresponsible have no idea what irresponsible is. Go to India, Pakastan, Peru, Harlem, There you find irresponsible en-mass.
Cheers.
Ive always enjoyed the open road, highway or B roads with 1/2 helmet if I must wear one. I don't ride like I stole the bike, its mine. I ride safe and sane (always have), especially with the wife aboard, we enjoy the day and being together. If Im alone I'll have a beer to smooth the ride, go ahead shoot me. Those who say I'm irresponsible have no idea what irresponsible is. Go to India, Pakastan, Peru, Harlem, There you find irresponsible en-mass.
Cheers.
#575
12-01-2012 | 06:00 AM
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From: Bedford UK
#576
12-01-2012 | 12:05 PM
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From: Roseville, CA
#577
12-01-2012 | 12:27 PM
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From: Gulf Breeze, FL
They are out there, but can't bring myself to invest that kind of money just for the Snell rating. I just found these that I would consider when I tire of the Bell... http://www.edgeperformance.ca/motorc...rcycle-15.html
Last edited by rickss69; 12-01-2012 at 12:56 PM.
#579
12-01-2012 | 12:44 PM
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From: Gulf Breeze, FL
#580
12-01-2012 | 12:45 PM
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From: No Cal & So Cal
I'm glad I found this thread. Just the other day when I bought my bike, I had the dealer throw in a helmet with the deal. The salesperson actually convinced me to get the more expensive full face over the 1/2 and 3/4, and they were even paying for it. That to me showed they cared more about my safety than how it looked or what some may think is cool or not. I thank them for being conscience of my safety and did take the full face helmet.