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john r b 08-30-2018 06:16 PM

New Helmet
 
So I'm in the market to replace my Airoh aviator. I've grown to like the light weight, but find on long rides it's starting to pinch my ears. I've switched out the padding w/ new, still not happy. Any suggestions?

pscook 08-30-2018 06:34 PM

I use the following chart to help me find helmets as I have a narrow oval head, and most of the popular (read: affordable) helmets are round.
https://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcy...nternal-shape/
Looking at the chart, the Airoh Aviator is slightly narrow, which leads me to believe that you have a round(ish) head, so you probably want to look for a helmet in the neutral to slightly round sections. It looks like the Airoh Terminator is a rounder shape, and it's still pretty light (as far as dirt helmets go).

What size is your Airoh? You know, just in case it's still in good shape and you might be considering selling it... :)

gasgasman 08-30-2018 06:36 PM

I'm a long time Airoh customer.
I recently switched to the LS2 Subverter.
The venting is amazing. You can actually feel the air flow.
Fit is great.
Just heavy, compared to the Airoh.

SS109 08-30-2018 06:55 PM

I'm currently using a Kali Shiva 2.0. It's super light, has good venting, and has up to date safety tech. I've been real happy with it. Airflow isn't as good as my previous Klim F4 but nothing can compare with the F4 when it comes to ventilation.

J. JuJu 08-30-2018 07:37 PM

I like the Suomy, have a round wide head. it is light and comfortable. Go try one on.

Moto7man 08-31-2018 12:01 AM

I have always worn Shoei but last year I bought a Leatt 5.5 GPX. The Leatt is very light and the venting is AMAZING.

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/leatt-gpx-55-helmet

RS1 08-31-2018 03:57 AM

Hello,

I have the KYT STRIKE EAGLE, it's the best i ever had!

Zman 08-31-2018 07:14 AM

My sons and I have oval heads. Shoei does not fit and give us pressure points around the crown and sides. Arai is the only helmet that fits well and they are very light. They are expensive but they are excellent helmets! How much is my head worth is the question.

pscook 08-31-2018 08:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zman (Post 185416)
My sons and I have oval heads. Shoei does not fit and give us pressure points around the crown and sides. Arai is the only helmet that fits well and they are very light. They are expensive but they are excellent helmets! How much is my head worth is the question.

Take a look at the LS2 offroad helmets. I have a narrow oval head and HJC, Shoei, Scorpion, all pinch me in the same spot so I have to buy a size larger to avoid pressure points and headaches. The LS2 helmet (at least the offroad model) is narrow and fits my skinny head perfectly.

john r b 08-31-2018 12:45 PM

Phil, the link was very informative thanks. Funny i switched back to my Arai and fits great. Still like the Airoh's weight.


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