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[dsn_klr650] nklr: helmets, gloves, & wheels

Posted: Tue Jun 20, 2000 9:40 am
by k650dsn@aol.com
In a message dated Tue, 20 Jun 2000 9:54:24 AM Eastern Daylight Time, JSherlockHolmes@... writes: > I would look at the HJC helmets. I'm leaning towards one of those right now. Not sure of the models - I think there are two- but they fit well and are reasonably priced.
>>My next question concerns summer gloves. >>
I like the MSR Enduro gloves. They look like a tanned leather work clove, but have a padded palm and exterior seams which are more comfortable. Not exactly the most fasionable glove, but they fit well, stay cool and will protect your hands. Gino

[dsn_klr650] nklr: helmets, gloves, & wheels

Posted: Tue Jun 20, 2000 10:02 am
by Peter Dahlheimer, MD
i very much like my HJC CLX3. big goggle opening and removable liner for cleaning. -----Original Message----- From: k650dsn@... [mailto:k650dsn@...] Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2000 10:41 AM To: DSN_klr650@egroups.com Subject: Re: [DSN_klr650] NKLR: Helmets, Gloves, & Wheels In a message dated Tue, 20 Jun 2000 9:54:24 AM Eastern Daylight Time, JSherlockHolmes@... writes: > I would look at the HJC helmets. I'm leaning towards one of those right now. Not sure of the models - I think there are two- but they fit well and are reasonably priced.
>>My next question concerns summer gloves. >>
I like the MSR Enduro gloves. They look like a tanned leather work clove, but have a padded palm and exterior seams which are more comfortable. Not exactly the most fasionable glove, but they fit well, stay cool and will protect your hands. Gino ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Find long lost high school friends: http://click.egroups.com/1/5544/5/_/911801/_/961512059/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Support Dual Sport News... dsneditor@... Let's keep this list SPAM free! Visit our site at http://www.egroups.com/group/DSN_klr650 To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: DSN_klr650-unsubscribe@egroups.com

[dsn_klr650] nklr: helmets, gloves, & wheels

Posted: Tue Jun 20, 2000 3:34 pm
by Toby Lampson
k650dsn@... wrote:
> In a message dated Tue, 20 Jun 2000 9:54:24 AM Eastern Daylight Time, JSherlockHolmes@... writes: > > > Does anyone have a recommendation for today's > current dirt style helmets? >> > > I would look at the HJC helmets. I'm leaning towards one of those right now. Not sure of the models - I think there are two- but they fit well and are reasonably priced.
I have been using an HJC Moto-X style helmet for just the above reasons.There has been significant wind turbulence noise due to the helmets aerodynamics, and a resonance noise which sounds like a salad bowl if you strike it with a finger while sitting still. I have successfully alleviated the resonance by various means of dampning such as added layering(s) of alternating thin leather and silicone between the existing(removable) manufacturer chin-ear padding and the shell itself. Additionally, thin criss-crossing layers of silicone on the underside of the visor have helped quiet the Helmet. Other than just the 'wind noise' now.......what I call the 'bowling alley effect', common to most helmets during long distance, is no longer in my brain. HJC, I think, now makes one of those 'open face-full coverage'(the flip up visor and chin guard) types.......I look forward to trying one.......although these models(any brand) are said to be noisy also............ G'luck Slide

new grips

Posted: Wed Jun 21, 2000 2:00 pm
by Mike Reaves
I just bought a set of Pro-Grip Gel Grips. I had the option of the firm or hard compound so I got firm (was that right?). Anyway, the last time I changed grips on a bike (many moons ago) I remember that it was a real pain. You guys got any suggestions that make this the 10 minute job it should be?