Quiet Helmets ?
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I picked up a pair of ear plugs yesterday, but they stuck out just a bit too much and I couldn't put my helmet on without yanking the plugs out 
.
I'll try to pick up some foam ones next time.
Arai has helmets to fit three different head shapes (read that somewhere). I think it's oval and round..... but I can't remember the 3rd type.
.I'll try to pick up some foam ones next time.
Arai has helmets to fit three different head shapes (read that somewhere). I think it's oval and round..... but I can't remember the 3rd type.
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Re: Quiet Helmets ?
Blockhead. 
On a more serious note, the package of orange soft earplugs in the hunting/gun section at walmart work very well and are comfortable. I stick a pair in every pocket of my riding gear plus my tank bag so I always have a backup, new pair handy. If you've ever dropped one in a puddle at a gas stop 200 miles from home, you know why it's nice to have backups WITH you!
On a more serious note, the package of orange soft earplugs in the hunting/gun section at walmart work very well and are comfortable. I stick a pair in every pocket of my riding gear plus my tank bag so I always have a backup, new pair handy. If you've ever dropped one in a puddle at a gas stop 200 miles from home, you know why it's nice to have backups WITH you!
). Well Supe, I guess I'm off to Wal-Mart to pick up a pack of plugs.
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Known fact, Shoei's will be the quietest out of the bunch. Why? Because Shoei are the only helmet manufacturer that OWN and have thier own wind tunnel.
You'll also notice all Shoei's don't have the outer plates around the visors like Arai's and Suomy's do....that quiets down on the noise.
Suomy and Arais have the best ventilation, Suomy and Shoei have the best periphreals(sp?), Shoei is by far the quietest, but is also the heaviest out of all manufacturers.....even thier X-11, compared to a Corsair and S1R(top of the line versus top of the line)...it's the heaviest....
You'll also notice all Shoei's don't have the outer plates around the visors like Arai's and Suomy's do....that quiets down on the noise.
Suomy and Arais have the best ventilation, Suomy and Shoei have the best periphreals(sp?), Shoei is by far the quietest, but is also the heaviest out of all manufacturers.....even thier X-11, compared to a Corsair and S1R(top of the line versus top of the line)...it's the heaviest....
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I'm not sure how the Suomy Spec 1R Extreme compares, but the X11 carries its weight low on the helmet. IOW, it doesn't feel heavy on your head.
More ventilation = more noise
That's just the nature of the beast.
More ventilation = more noise
That's just the nature of the beast.
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I can certainly agree that more ventilation = more noise. I picked up a Shark S500 Air that is by far the best ventilated helmet I've owned but also the loudest. Always had really quiet helmets and never wore earplugs but I do now!
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Go to Walgreens and get some silicone putty earplugs - you can wear them all day without any discomfort.
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If you want a good middle ground...get a Shoei RF1000. It's decently light, and the windnoise is minimal. If you buy the Shoei breathgaurd, the fogging is kept to a minimal.
They're super quiet, ventilate well, and fairly light.
I chose a Suomy S1R extreme for the ventilation periphreals (sp?) and the lightweight...it's the lightest, so it's light weight alone more than makes up for it's noise, not to mention the periphreals and insane ventilation....oh, and the graphics on Suomys are definitly the most detailed...
They're super quiet, ventilate well, and fairly light.
I chose a Suomy S1R extreme for the ventilation periphreals (sp?) and the lightweight...it's the lightest, so it's light weight alone more than makes up for it's noise, not to mention the periphreals and insane ventilation....oh, and the graphics on Suomys are definitly the most detailed...
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Re: Quiet Helmets ?
Picked up some foam earplugs from a law enforcement store (the ones used for shooting... attached with a cord). They work great. Only problem is remembering to put them on before I ride.... nine years of riding without earplugs will do that.
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Make sure to keep spares handy. One you start wearing them, it will become uncomfortable to ride without them. Lose/damage/soil a pair while on the road and it will be a long trip back home.
As a former long time Arai user, I quickly learned just how good ear plugs improved your riding. So much so that I've stuck some really dirty ones back in ears after not washing my hands from chain/tire pressure checks at a gas stop.
As a former long time Arai user, I quickly learned just how good ear plugs improved your riding. So much so that I've stuck some really dirty ones back in ears after not washing my hands from chain/tire pressure checks at a gas stop.
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Make sure to keep spares handy. One you start wearing them, it will become uncomfortable to ride without them. Lose/damage/soil a pair while on the road and it will be a long trip back home.
As a former long time Arai user, I quickly learned just how good ear plugs improved your riding. So much so that I've stuck some really dirty ones back in ears after not washing my hands from chain/tire pressure checks at a gas stop.
As a former long time Arai user, I quickly learned just how good ear plugs improved your riding. So much so that I've stuck some really dirty ones back in ears after not washing my hands from chain/tire pressure checks at a gas stop.
. Thanks for the info. I purchased just a few pair the first time, but I'll load up next go round.
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