Helmet question...

[Sheppo]

I am looking for a new helmet and I tried on the Joe Rocket Carbon Fiber one. I liked how it fit and it was very light. Does anyone of you have opinions good or bad? What do you think?

Thanks
Sheppo..

Joe Rocket Product

[OreoGaborio]

Any reviews online? I can't think of anyone that wears JR helmets. For that kinda cake you could buy a Shoei or something that's got a wider customer base & is more trusted.

Doesn't look bad though.

Quick google search revealed this: NEW Joe Rocket Carbon Helmet + REVIEW ... : Yamaha R1 Forum : R1MessageNet : YZF-R1 Forums

The guy seemed to like it. Of course that's his one & only post on that forum... makes ya wonder.

He posted the same thing here: NEW Joe Rocket Carbon Helmet + REVIEW ... - Sportbikes.net

From his last post in that thread, seems like it's better than the HJC version.

[Sheppo]

Any reviews online? I can't think of anyone that wears JR helmets. For that kinda cake you could buy a Shoei or something that's got a wider customer base & is more trusted.

Doesn't look bad though.

Quick google search revealed this: NEW Joe Rocket Carbon Helmet + REVIEW ... : Yamaha R1 Forum : R1MessageNet : YZF-R1 Forums

The guy seemed to like it. Of course that's his one & only post on that forum... makes ya wonder.

He posted the same thing here: NEW Joe Rocket Carbon Helmet + REVIEW ... - Sportbikes.net

From his last post in that thread, seems like it's better than the HJC version.

Yea I did read those too. I was just throwing it out there.

Thanks.

[OreoGaborio]

No prob.

I love my Vemar carbon... too bad they're selling for an even grand now.

Wanna buy mine? $500

[keeena]

I just bought the similar HJC AC-12 at Brockton Cycles last month. It's last years model w/ closeout price of $199 (normally $399 i think). I haven't used the helmet yet so no thoughts there. Fits me very well though; only downside I noted was that the shield is a bit clunky to move compared to my Shoei RF.

[Jim]

For that kinda cake you could buy a Shoei or something that's got a wider customer base & is more trusted.

bought a new leftover 2007 Shoei RF1000 helmet on eBay for $300. Havent heard of anythying about the Rocket helmets either, but I've seen them on display. Personally I'd shop for something more popular that you might get a better price on.

[BLACK SQUIRREL]

The Joe Rocket Helmets are HJC that are branded joe rocket.

[Crash Dummy Denno]

No prob.

I love my Vemar carbon... too bad they're selling for an even grand now.

Wanna buy mine? $500

ya - no shit, vemar just frickin raised their prices like crazy! nice lids though

[Not Sure]

Definately don't try and save a few dollars (both for safety and comfort reasons) when it comes to head protection. I was going to buy a Scorpion EX1000 just to get something different than the RF1000 (which I already own). However the RF1000 is a great lid (if it fits you properly) and I found a good deal on a couple of models, if you like these graphics. I got the blue Camber myself.


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[GixerJockey]

The Joe Rocket Helmets are HJC that are branded joe rocket.

The man is right there. HJC builds all of the Rocket helmets.

If you are local (to wallingford), I have the Rocket Carbon helmets in stock. You are more than welcome to come down and try them on.

[Jim]

Definately don't try and save a few dollars (both for safety and comfort reasons) when it comes to head protection. I was going to buy a Scorpion EX1000 just to get something different than the RF1000 (which I already own). However the RF1000 is a great lid (if it fits you properly) and I found a good deal on a couple of models, if you like these graphics. I got the blue Camber myself.


Special Buy - Shoei RF-1000 Camber Graphic Helmets Bargains / Specials: Helmets: Street Helmets: Full Face: Competition Accessories

Special Buy - Shoei RF-1000 Zemke 2 Replica Helmet Bargains / Specials: Helmets: Street Helmets: Full Face: Competition Accessories

i looked everywhere for the yellow one in large, and they were like $425 on eBay. ended up getting the Suzuki helmet for $300. I still want that camber helmet

[KillBill]

Buy SHOEI

[GixerJockey]

i bought an arai rx-7. arai also has different models for different head shapes, so chances are something will fit. i got a good deal on it new which is why i ended up with it. originally the price shyed me away, but i'm absolutely amazed at the build quality, ventilation, and features of this thing. once you put it on & go riding it's just perfect. i also have a shoei rf1000 (i think) and the shoei is much louder at speeds than the arai.

I only wear Arai's (multiple Arai's ). I'm pretty much just a helmet snob.

[keeena]

Now that i've been using it for a bit... The AC-12 Carbon does have a noticeable amount of wind turbulence in the front jaw area (where your chin is). And the visor has the a little bit of optical distortion. A nice thing is the replaceable cheek and liner pads; you can order different size combinations to fit you better. And its light. Overall I like it, but it is a slight step down from my Shoei.

[Jayspeed]

I just bought a shoei x11 for $375 off ebay. They are real cheap at the moment. This is my 2nd x11 and love it.