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  1. 07-26-11, 02:36 PM #1
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    Bell RS-1

    Anyone riding with one of these?

    Thoughts? Opinions?

    In the market for a new helmet. Been wearing a exo-1000.

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  2. 07-26-11, 02:37 PM #2
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    Re: Bell RS-1

    Nope, but for that money you could score a shoei. just sayin

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  3. 07-26-11, 02:39 PM #3
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    Re: Bell RS-1

    I wanna keep it in the $350 or less range. Shoei is just slightly out of reach for me at the moment.

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  4. 07-26-11, 05:30 PM #4
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    Re: Bell RS-1

    Ebay and patience...scored a mint $800/list Arai for $350...also just saying...

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  5. 07-26-11, 06:14 PM #5
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    Re: Bell RS-1

    Quote Originally Posted by old timer View Post
    Ebay and patience...scored a mint $800/list Arai for $350...also just saying...
    Assuming it was used....
    not interested in a used helmet. gross.

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  6. 08-22-11, 03:17 PM #6
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    Re: Bell RS-1

    Going to pull the trigger on a matte black RS-1 tonight. Looking for any last reviews/opinions/etc.

    Can get it for $350 shipped from motorcyclesuperstore, plus a tinted visor for $40.


    This is my max $$ for a helmet at this point, was looking at the rf-1000 but that is another $50 and I just cant spend it.

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    Re: Bell RS-1

    You can get a Shoie Qwest in solid colors for under 330$. Best helmet I've worn out of an RSR2 and EXO 1000

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  8. 08-22-11, 03:43 PM #8
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    Re: Bell RS-1

    The guy asked for opinions or reviews of a Bell not to be badgered into buying a Shoei.

    I have not had a Bell since back in the day...but I have heard from many that they love them (don't know the models)

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    Re: Bell RS-1

    Quote Originally Posted by Kazinator View Post
    Going to pull the trigger on a matte black RS-1 tonight. Looking for any last reviews/opinions/etc.

    Can get it for $350 shipped from motorcyclesuperstore, plus a tinted visor for $40.


    This is my max $$ for a helmet at this point, was looking at the rf-1000 but that is another $50 and I just cant spend it.
    ride the exo for a few more weeks and save the extra to get the helmet you really want. I didn't do that and wish I had * just saying *

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  10. 08-22-11, 05:10 PM #10
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    Re: Bell RS-1

    Got my Arai RX7 new, 2 years old for about that price. Love that thing.

    Quote Originally Posted by old timer View Post
    Ebay and patience...scored a mint $800/list Arai for $350...also just saying...

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  11. 08-22-11, 05:24 PM #11
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    Re: Bell RS-1

    http://www.thebellstore.com/Helmets/rs1.html try these guys out also.

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    Re: Bell RS-1

    I know you said you didn't want a used helmet but it got worn literally 4 or 5 times for about 20 minutes each on my commute.
    It's an unbelievable helmet.

    http://www.r1-forum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=319994

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    Re: Bell RS-1

    I wear an xxl

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  14. 08-29-11, 08:40 AM #14
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    Re: Bell RS-1

    Just an update for anyone who may be looking at Bell helmets...

    Went and tried on a bunch of helmets at a couple places (a couple Arais, Shoei, etc) and decided Bell. The Bell's fit my head perfectly and really impressed me.

    That being said I was planning on getting the RS-1 but the Vortex is half the price, and VERY similar. The RS-1 is built with some more solid materials, has a locking shield mechanism, but beyond that the difference between the RS-1 and Vortex is minimal.

    The Vortex is Dot & Snell, and feels like you are putting your head into a pillow. And the airflow on it is crazy; it moves a lot of air.

    So anyone in the market for a helmet make sure to check out Bell, they really impressed me.

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  15. 08-29-11, 09:46 AM #15
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    Re: Bell RS-1

    Quote Originally Posted by old timer View Post
    Ebay and patience...scored a mint $800/list Arai for $350...also just saying...


    My bud and I have gotten B-new Arai's off ebay for less than 350$ and Yes multiple times...just don't think your gonna get a 2011 MFG date with that but for street use and TD's its good enuff..

    Like this.......

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Arai-...item27bc404c68

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  16. 08-29-11, 11:57 PM #16
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    Re: Bell RS-1

    did you end up getting the Bell? have you thought about Suomy?? there are some Spec-1R in your price range.

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