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Old 01-24-2011, 11:10 AM
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Default Best 1/2 helmet which is best?

I have ridded mostly with a 3/4 and I tell my wife she must wear only the 3/4.
But now I think I want to go to the 1/2 , I see the HD brand which is way too much and I have seen the new style of 1/2 helmet like a HJC brand F1 .
Which if you wear a 1/2 is your choice and why? Thanks for your answers in advance
 
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Old 01-24-2011, 11:29 AM
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Picked up an HJC from the Harley store in their half price area. Works great for me.
 
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Old 01-24-2011, 11:31 AM
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Both my wife and I wear Dakota 1/2 helmets and love them, nice and light.

Got them from Iron Horse Helmets great folks to work with.
 
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The best for you is the one that fits right and is comfortable. I've had great luck with HCI.
 
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Old 01-24-2011, 12:28 PM
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I have an HD half that I got at a sale, but only because it fits awesome. Some of the cheaper brands don't fit me well. My wife would probably hit me over the head with her helmet if I told her what she had to wear...
 
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I'm anti helmet,however. I'm very comfortable with my Daytona carbon-fiber half helmet when in states that require it.
 
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Just get a DOT approved helmet that fits you good. Have HJC and HD 1/2 helmets and both are fine helmets. Fit and comfort is your primary consideration (assuming it is at least DOT approved).
 
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I like my polo style novelty helmet but when my wife is aboard, I usually wear my GMax GM55S half helmet. It's pretty light, DOT, and has a pull down face shield. The shield is on the inside of the helmet so it is not visible til I pull it down. It comes with a tinted shield and I ordered a clear shield at the same time. They make the same model without the face shield, so if you get one make sure which one you're getting.
 
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I like my skid lid when I wear one.
 
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I have an old cop helmet by Bucco that I really like. I also have a Davida that is very light and comfortable however it is not DOT.
 


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