Good helmets for long distances

[8eeman77]

Hi I am the owner of a Downtown 300i ABS & love riding it, both short & long distances. The problem I have is that my helmet gives me headaches over long distances. I don't think it's too small, just not appropriate for long rides. Can anybody recommend a good helmet or two for riding long distances please? Thanks

[donjack]

hello there beeman,
I don't know how you feel about ordering from the good ole US of A, but I got a fantastic helmet from there, it is D.O.T. approved but no EU/ EC mark, I don't know how strict your police force are regarding helmet markings, but I decided to take the chance and I'm so glad I did!! I wrote a review here:-

http://www.reviewcentre.com/Motorcycle-Helmets/Fly-Racing-Tourist-Helmet-review_2776717

I hope this helps!

cheers,
Don

[AMAC1680]

Hi I am the owner of a Downtown 300i ABS & love riding it, both short & long distances. The problem I have is that my helmet gives me headaches over long distances. I don't think it's too small, just not appropriate for long rides. Can anybody recommend a good helmet or two for riding long distances please? Thanks

Let me guess the headache is at the top of the forehead.

Be Big,
AMAC

[Tigertourer 67]

Hi Beeman, hard to recommend helmets as everybody has a different shape head but I have 2 favourites - the Shoei XR series (I have the XR1000 that is now around 6 years old and has fitted beautifully from Day 1), and recently I have had great success with the Shark Evoline 3.

The Shoei is a race rep helmet and is very light, very stable (I have worn it at over 200kmh and it has been excellent even at that speed) and comfortable. High cut chin bar though, so needs a neck warmer in cool weather. Note that the XR series has now (I believe) been replaced by the X12 series but I will buy another when looking for a full face helmet.

The Shark is very versatile, and converts from full face to open face with the press of one button (great for changable weather). This is the reason I bought it. This functionality means it's quite a bit heavier than the Shoei but I don't find it a problem. Be aware though that this orginally gave me headaches as well but I found there is a removable pad in the front of the helmet under the top air intake that makes a HUGE difference once removed. I have had it about 6 months now and it is now very comfortable. Add in the internal retractable tinted visor and it really is a great piece of kit.

Good luck, hope my ramblings help.

[kneeslider]

If your helmet is giving you headaches then its the wrong helmet for your head shape.

Generally a particular brand would have their own formula to determine what a generic head shape would be, so you'll need to get another brand of helmet.

Go to the shop, fit different ones on, wear each for 5mins and get the one that is most comfortable with no identifiable pressure points.