I don't ride fast (over 50) with any enjoyment at all. I don't like the
buffeting. Scares me. I guess I need a windshield. But for that I need a
bigger bike. How's that for a rationalization? Yeah sure, I get an 1100 so
a windshield doesn't look funny on it and ride 65 with assurance.
My 535 is stable at 65 but I am not. Have to hang the hell on. I feel only
partly connected to the bike.
----- Original Message -----
From: <oregonxv@xxxxxxxx>
To: <virago@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Sunday, March 31, 2002 7:22 AM
Subject: Re: Helmet preference
> Hey Jeff
>
> FLAASH brought up a really important point, the proper fit of your
> helmet. My KBC full face feels almost too tight as I am pulling over my
> head, after it's in place and ready to do it's job it settles in and is
> verrrrry comfortable. No internal buffeting or substantial wind noise, my
> wife and I can talk at almost normal voice when she rides with me and my
> peripheral vision is not compromised at all. One other thought that came
> to mind is that you haven't bought a shield yet. Another subject that
> will probably raise the hackles of a few listers, but I feel that the
> shield helps with the whole issue of how much wind causes how much loss
> of audible "awareness" of the world around you by removing most of the
> wind.
>
> Tim G. also makes a good point though, to wear any gear that creates a
> problem is never a good idea.
>
> Then there is the whole issue of economics. It amazes me to see helmets
> approaching $1000, but I guess that just the cost of being in the sport.
>
> Has anybody out there seen these "Helmet Halo" things first hand? Seems
> like a reasonable concept but it also sounds like it could get real
> tacky. Any thoughts from anybody?
>
> Later
>
>
>
> Ron in Oregon: '96 XV1100S
>
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