For the first time motorcycle helmet buyers I would strongly recommend purchasing helmet at a brick and mortar store. You can take super acurate measurments and follow the sizing charts to the dot but it will not guarantee a best fit. I purchased my first helmet online and had it shipped to my workplace. Excited with my new purchase I tried it on right after signing for the package. Even though I measured and remeasured my head and followed manufacturers sizng chart the helmet was way to tight. It took me five minutes to take the thing off. Luckily nobody saw me because I don't know what I would have said.
@MrAndyCarlos7 жыл бұрын
BrokenFiddles Lmao
@mukrenol7 жыл бұрын
i had a salesman told me to wear a children size helmet (which was way too tight; starting to feel dizzy). the salesman told me (just by looking) that the helmet was still too big but asked me to dent the foam inside the helmet (damage the foam structure) to fit my head... i was like... ah... no, bye...
@ratbrain77435 жыл бұрын
I used to beat a dents in the foam on my dirt bike helmets all the time. I got a long pointy head. Way back in the boondocks and your head is hurtin. Get desperate. I used a big water bottle todent it in .when I'm buying a high dollar helmet. It is a different story though.
@Siper29 жыл бұрын
Good pointers! I researched all of this before getting my MC license two years ago, despite having been an avid snowmobiler for 20+ years. Many of the rules are the same, but it had been a long time. It was worth it to do it right! I ordered a helmet (Bell Vortex) in one size, since I was between - but I went up. Too big. Sent it back, and the next size down (L) was better. So I'm glad you mentioned that part!
@Kodreanu239 жыл бұрын
First off, thanks for the videos dedicated to us newbies, those are a lot of help! If I may, I could give you couple of more ideas for newbie riders, maybe you will find them interesting too: 1. how to park on incline (different scenarios etc) 2. How to climb up your bike on to the side walk (lets say you want to go the shop, and side walk is higher than a road) 3. How to ride on really steep downhills (breaking and turning advice ) Big thanks and great work!
@SnoopyDoofy7 жыл бұрын
2 important points you didn't really mention: 1) Padding will settle over time so initial tightness will diminish. 2) Head shape. My helmet fitted great when new but now that the padding has settled a bit I notice it's too round for my head. This leaves too much space on the sides which are a huge source of noise.
@SnoopyDoofy7 жыл бұрын
If you are getting dizzy because it's'too tight after only 10 minutes it's probably too small. Have you measured the circumference of your head? Check the helmet: either at the back above the neck if there's something about size printed there or inside behind the liner (sticker on the EPDM foam) for the manufacturer's recommended head circumference for that size. If your head circumference falls outside this range it's probably always going to be too tight. Additionally, the cheaper the helmet the less shell sizes they make (to save costs) and they make up the sizes using padding. If need be, you could go up a size with only the padding later on. But again, if the small is the largest size for that shell size, it's likely just too small. A new helmet should fit snugly and slightly uncomfortable (due to the snugness) but it shouldn't hurt (No pressure points anywhere) or cause dizzyness. That's a definite no-no. I suggest taking it back now you still can and do some more fitting. Don't be afraid to walk around a shop with a helmet on your head for 10 - 15 minutes. It's perfectly acceptable. Additionally, if you ride mostly during the day or the evening I would suggest a helmet without an internal sun visor. They make helmet shells heavier and larger than they need be (and hence louder), aren't very dark and quite flimsy. A tinted visor isn't that expensive and looks cool. The absolute best option IMHO is a photo-chromatic visor, you might want to ask about availability of those for your chosen helmet. It's a visor that turns from clear to dark depending on the amount of sunlight. It's absolutely brilliant. A tad pricy, but you only need one visor ever (and 1 pinlock if you use them). I hope you find your perfect helmet.
@SnoopyDoofy7 жыл бұрын
Oh and it's winter. Winter = discount time ;)
@EmanNiburTV4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this input
@EmanNiburTV4 жыл бұрын
@@SnoopyDoofy thank you for your insight
@poojabhole91534 ай бұрын
Thanks for such a detailed explaination! I got a steelbird helmet recently. The size is S (560mm), when i first wore it my ears folded a bit & it's a snug fit. Should i get a M or overtime the inside foam will flatten abit?
@Navy13489 жыл бұрын
Best channel on KZbin
@DeVRJB7 жыл бұрын
That 'Don't do it' saved me ordering false size. thank you.
@miloremington48703 жыл бұрын
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@miloremington48703 жыл бұрын
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@quinnmarc82303 жыл бұрын
@Milo Remington Glad I could help :)
@lilmidgey69272 жыл бұрын
My first time experience looking at helmets was like this: *thinks my head is smaller and goes to try M, goes on head somewhat hard, tried to take it off was afraid i would break it.* So i decided to try L and it was a perfect fit.
@omfgloley7 жыл бұрын
that poster on the wall.. kicks ass since years
@TheJumpn7 жыл бұрын
Highly recommend going to a store and trying on multiple helmets. According to HJC online measurements, I should wear an XL. In real life, I have a very oval head, and can't even get an XL onto the top of my head. I had to go to a 5XL to get fit that didn't make "hot spots" on my forehead.
@cubs1977 жыл бұрын
Jim O'Rourke 5XL? You know they make helmets with different head shapes right? I bet if you bought an long oval helmet you'd go down in size.
@1chienandalou3 жыл бұрын
That size difference is extreme and indicates some shape mismatch. HJC tend to have rounder helmets. LS2 have more long oval that could work better for longer heads shapes.
@ZeroBoostBuick7 жыл бұрын
I've had few top end helmets and the one I like most is HJC RPHA-10 (formerly RPS-10 and now it's RPHA-11).... Got my RPS-10 and RPHA-10 for $200 each !
@roadglide2 жыл бұрын
Some roll it front to back. Others roll it back to front. But using the D ring and strap to help spread the helmet is on point.
@liamhoughton7 жыл бұрын
Sometimes I watch KZbin videos and wonder how they got any thumbs down marks. This is one of them. Helpful and informative. Who would dislike that?! Lol
@lenkiatleong4 жыл бұрын
For me, the most important feature of helmet is the shape. As I have round shape head, there are not many models that I can choose. Oval shape helmets will put pressure on my forehead and two sides at the top of my head. So, first question I ask is, do you have round shape helmets?
@OswaldoMG-vr9sx Жыл бұрын
wow ty , i lost weight and was too cheap to invest... bought one on line just now because of this.. down to med
@buklau34246 жыл бұрын
Just got a new helmet online, same brand and same size but its way tighter than my old one
@henrytsai5905 жыл бұрын
My skull is long from ear to ear by short on fore to aft. Do major helmet manufacturers make this odd shape helmet? Finding a good fit helmet has been a trouble for me, even with Asian helmet manufacturer.
@Jay_P868 жыл бұрын
I measured and still gave it an extra 2-3 cm. on the chart it said I was a medium but it's fits tight. I bought a shoei RF900.
@drakez19838 жыл бұрын
buy the replacement foam pad that fit to your head. the problem is not on helmet, but the pad. the most annoying part of buying riding gear is the helmet, sometime we got the right size helmet, not to big and not to heavy, but the pad sometime not fit. I spent 1 hour just to pick helmet for my wife, when I pick S size it too small, when I pick M size it have gap, and I'm stuck for hour just to find the correct foam pad for my wife. and for goodness, try not buy helmet online, you must test feel it in the store before purchase it.
@derricksinfield64773 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much mate great advice 👍🏼
@sindatokdanrexable8 жыл бұрын
straight to the point. thank you
@Skyerzen7 жыл бұрын
I got a helmet too big for me when I first started riding. It would move around while riding on the freeway...
@poojabhole91534 ай бұрын
I got a steelbird helmet recently. The size is S (560mm), when i first wore it my ears folded a bit & it's a snug fit. Should i get a M or overtime the inside foam will flatten abit?
@juanlozada55710 ай бұрын
My head size is a 59 should I go for a medium fit or large for a hjc i10 helmet?
@zac_in_ak7 жыл бұрын
If you have prescription glasses do you take them off, put the helmet on and than put your glasses back on? Are there any other tips for those of us with glasses
@chuckleroy39927 жыл бұрын
There is no easier or safer way to do it. If you leave them on you risk damage to your glasses and even your eyes.
@woolydrake7 жыл бұрын
also modular helmets are way nicer for glasses partly to leave your glasses on but mostly because they generally have more room around the temples so they are usually more comfortable.
@zac_in_ak7 жыл бұрын
thanks
@metalg33ksolid7 жыл бұрын
Francois Deshue any suggestions about how you can prevent them to fog? Even with my integral helmet open they fog when i breath :( i just bought it some days ago, and i cant drive without glasses
@metalg33ksolid7 жыл бұрын
Francois Deshue i am from but i will try to find that in walmart, or something similar, thanks a lot
@broderp3 жыл бұрын
Sizing charts can be way off. Your best bet is to try on the model locally and see what fits. By measurement I wear a size XL, I can barely get it on my head. The XXL fits like a champ, even though the chart says otherwise. Going smaller can be a mistake, but new riders may not know what is the right amount of pressure to expect orxwant, and walking around with a helmet in a store is just gross, do you want someone else's sweaty helmet?
@triyo1089 Жыл бұрын
I gotta question, so my helmet fits good i think but during high speeds now after break in i noticed it touched my nose yesterday. A small though gave me pressure points all over my head
@doctorsecret49117 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip keep up the amazing work have a nice day
@hpac9051 Жыл бұрын
So I can put it on it fits fine.. but taking it off its very tight.. is it too small?
@alltheworldisyours9 жыл бұрын
I see so many riders at events with way loose helmets. Even seen a friend riding with a snowmobile helmet... Cheap bucket for a cheap brain.
@Supernova120346 жыл бұрын
if its DOT rated, snowmobile helmet works. They're both tested the same way. Smart man = saves money and gets protection
@Theniebobeanie5 жыл бұрын
Natural selection I guess^
@benjaminjwilson66945 жыл бұрын
@@Supernova12034 you do know that when buying a snowmobile helmet most if not all will say "not for street use". Fun fact The same goes for CE ratings. Dirt bike rated gear is not the same as Street bike rated gear. Buy the right gear for the activity you are doing.
@jediknight12945 жыл бұрын
@@benjaminjwilson6694 DOT only rated helmets are garbage anyway, I'd trust the average dirt helmet rated for MX over DOT. I only wear ACU Gold helmets on top of the UK required ECE minimum so something certified for track use in tHE UK/any event run under ACU rules. SNELL isn't a bad rating for the us but it has some issues but it's a good start.
@yamilmejias8 жыл бұрын
Thank you !
@matthew1977357 жыл бұрын
does the full face with a flip up open face as safe as a full face, because had someone said the will come apart in a crash I own a skull cap but like the full face flip up to open face helmets
@eli98425 Жыл бұрын
Is it ok for your chin to poke out a little from the bottom
@jcjamlig4 жыл бұрын
Great stuff. Actually what i need.
@fathimacassim47056 жыл бұрын
great video, great advice
@manojsamsung8 жыл бұрын
I have even seen some stupid people who say that your helmet does not match your vehicle color,it doesnt suit your personality or the combination of your helmet and your motorcycle does not suit..like example if u own a royal enfield u should not wear a ls2 helmet with it bcoz they dont match,u should wear only the military type of helmet which does not protect your chin and rest of the face....Nice video bro such an amazing info in such a short time..just loving all your videos...keep up the good job buddy...
@gregoryaparker8 жыл бұрын
There's nothing stupid about having a matching helmet and bike, but a proper fitting helmet should be the priority.
@juanlozada55710 ай бұрын
How is the “crow” supposed to fit?
@eckes135 жыл бұрын
I am about to the purchase my third lid... thinking arai... (topic for possible video...you give a lot of great info regarding to maintenance or up keep on the bike...what advice would you give to purchasing a used bike??)
@jamescain85023 жыл бұрын
Whoa, wait...I’m still looking for a floppy tape measure.. seriously tho: good advice. Succinct and brutally to the point. I need a new helmet and normally would always try on in the shop but Current COVID restrictions means I’m looking for an internet purchase. I wonder what the “returns” policy is if, once delivered, the helmets not such a good fit. Any advice?
@pareshw178 жыл бұрын
My helmet visor's antifog coating is wearing off(flakes) How to safely and completely remove the coating?
@MotorcyclistMag8 жыл бұрын
The best solution there is to get a new visor!
@pareshw178 жыл бұрын
+Motorcyclist Magazine It's new 3months old, I was planning to wash visor in warm water
@MrSimon91007 жыл бұрын
I have a scorpion exo 1200 air or somthing. Inside the visor there is another visor, which you can remove "easily" and put it in another visor (like a darkened one). Not sure how it is with other brands tho. Anyways, the visor isnt expensive :P
@ansarm34585 жыл бұрын
May I get chance to study with u as a motor cycle mechanic ... I have no idea about bike mechanism....
@mr.mat.t6 жыл бұрын
good job
@SteveXyd6 жыл бұрын
I have a 58,5 cm head, i tried the agv k1 large and it was comfortable but it feelt that after a while is gonna be loose thats a size 59-60 if am not mistaken, after alot of youtube research i went for medium large that is 58cm, it feels tight. My head doesnt turn red but is tight, also when i do the kissing movement with my lios i can touch the fron if the helmet... dont know if is the right fit.. what do you think?
@mortenbakke28107 жыл бұрын
good tips, have just bought myself a Shark Spartan Carbon white, superlight, a bit tight on the cheeks but I've been promised it will wear in quickly, so I'm super excited to get it (probs early next week)
@Yeahbuddylightweigh6 жыл бұрын
Morten Bakke just brought that helmet . Fit is good but very poor peripheral vision
@DA2THFA1RY8 жыл бұрын
How tight should a motorcycle helmet strap be? I have an AGV K3 SV, and the buckle seems to stick into my adams apple a little... is that normal?
@SnoopyDoofy7 жыл бұрын
1. Put helmet on your head 2. Take loose straps, one in each hand 3. Give a good yank down- and forwards 4. Buckle up It could be possible as well that you are wearing your helmet too tilted forward.
@norbertvillas3 жыл бұрын
I bought NHK helmet and read their size reference. I measured my head and falls at Large size. Now my order arrived and im kinda excited to try it. It fits too tight and kinda like squeezing my head. It gives me headache. i know helmet will loosen up from time to time but this one seems wont loose. I want to keep using it to expand the foan inside but it is giving me headache. :(
@JA-ew5ov Жыл бұрын
Did you end up using it? If yes did it losen overtime?
@norbertvillas Жыл бұрын
@@JA-ew5ov I let my wife use it and I use my old nhk helmet. It fita perfectly to her, but for me it's not.
@Nagendrakumar-z9q7 жыл бұрын
does hair fall is true with helmate bro
@wolfmannn20087 жыл бұрын
PATTAPU NAGENDRA KUMAR try crashing without one, they will fall out for sure.
@pasolesoup74309 жыл бұрын
Is there any helmets for super long oval heads? Every helmet I try has my chin sticking out its weird
@jalanit9 жыл бұрын
Or maybe you have a longer chin?
@pasolesoup74309 жыл бұрын
+Jay Antonio maybe
@arakian997 жыл бұрын
have you tried LS2 arrow?
@MrCoconutcat4 жыл бұрын
Cooool advice
@april.w41564 жыл бұрын
I went to a motorcycle shop when I first got my bike. I think the lady that helped fit my helmet. I think it's too big... It moves around easily
@melvinf1909 жыл бұрын
why do you need to roll your head in the helmet instead of just sliding it on over the top?
@BrokenFiddles9 жыл бұрын
You will avoid hurting your ears. To know the pain, take the palm of your hand press it very firmly against your head just above your ear. Now slide your hand all the way down over your ear. Multiply the discomfort by two.
@melvinf1909 жыл бұрын
Ahh thanks! I have a helmet witch is a lil bit loose, but its not dangeours. Never had a problem with that
@navaks53356 жыл бұрын
30 squids disliked this video
@mryolo43727 жыл бұрын
I want that arai
@UsedAWish6 жыл бұрын
Apparently my helmets actually a size too small for me yet it makes me look like a bobble head, I just have a big head and tiny torso/shoulders
@cassidy189085 жыл бұрын
Might need to return my new helmet. Puts pressure on my forehead and cheeks
@ioandragulescu60635 жыл бұрын
the cheek pads should break in after a while, they're soft padding. The forehead though, might be that you got a helmet that fits a rounder head than yours, you probably being a more oval head than the helmet is made for. I think the most important part of a helmet that needs to fit properly is the crown "cup", the part that fits your upper skull, the rest can brake in or can be swapped for thinner padding, usually.
@Lana-bw3tu7 жыл бұрын
Hello . I'm a makeup lover. I love to wear a full face of makeup. I will buy a motorbike (125cc honda sport). It's 2017 so I saw the modular helmets protect the same as a full helmet. Someone help? Do you recommend me a modular helmet?xox
@Death666wish7 жыл бұрын
A full face helmet is the most protective. However, a modular helmet is a close second (by modular I assume you mean the full face helmet that you can lift the chin up before putting the helmet on, correct?). I hope you don't mean an open face helmet, I'd never recommend those. So, a good quality modular helmet would be good for you.
@nitrorustlerpro157 жыл бұрын
my 5x hjc would be more comfortable if I wasn't kissing the mouth guard lol
@yazeed911s7 жыл бұрын
wow your size is small???
@TheBrokenDreamSS867 жыл бұрын
man he's hot
@albirdie16302 жыл бұрын
how to put on and take off various types of helmet properly