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[The Mule]

If you're going to get only one helmet, it should be a full-face. They offer more protection from rain, wind, noise, and injury. If I recollect, the minimal standard for safety testing to be street legal is DOT rating, followed by ANSI, while the Snell rating is highest. Be sure to try on several brands and models; they all fit each head differently. Comfort and fit should be priorities. Arai helmets are among the most expensive and come with the Snell rating. They have the reputation of being the safest and highest quality of widely available helmets. For less money, you can get a good Shoei RF series full-face. I'm quite happy with my RF-800. If you want a little more flexibility, Shoei also makes the Syncrotec which is convertible from full-face to 3/4 (chin guard flips up). Nolan also makes a convertible, N100 I believe. I prefer the non-convertible models. There are several other brands to choose from as well. As suggested by other listers, a second cooler open-face helmet is handy to have around for those hot days when you just can't bear the full-face, and can be used for your two-up passengers. But get a good full-face first. Steve Miller The Mule

----- Original Message ----- From: "sleeths2" > Hey gang, > > Which type of helmet is best for dual sport riding, motocross or > regular street (full face)? I anticipate riding about 80% street and > 20% off road. I don't really want to buy two helmets. Will a full face > street helmet be just as good off road? Obviously the two are designed > for their specifically intended uses but being new to motorcycles, I > don't understand why the difference in design is necessary. I've never > done any dirtbike riding so I have no idea why a motocross helmet is > better designed for this type of riding. > > I'm willing to be educated if anyone cares to respond! > > Steve

[Brad Davis]

> The Mule yours may be porous

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[bradcdavis]

--- In DSN_klr650@y..., "The Mule" wrote:

> If you're going to get only one helmet, it should be a full- >face. They

> As suggested by other listers, a second cooler open-face > helmet is > handy to have around for those hot days when you just can't bear the > full-face, and can be used for your two-up passengers. But get a > good full-face first. > > Steve Miller > The Mule

Steve, I agree with Mule 100% on the full face helmet. You need all the protection for your noggin that you can get. I bought a HJC LT-12 (now it is a LT-20) from helmetshop.com. Build quality is great and I find it isn't too hot if you crack the visor open 1 notch while riding. Be sure to wear sunglasses with an open visor to keep bugs and stuff out of your eyes though. The LT has Snell and DOT ratings too. Be sure to get one big enough though because mine is a tad small and gets unconfortable. Wish I had bought a XL instead of L. Brad

[Dave Watkins]

bradcdavis [bradcdavis@...] Said: Be sure to get one (helmet) big enough though because mine is a tad small and gets uncomfortable. Wish I had bought a XL instead of L. Brad.... Sure it's not the fit but the thread? With KINDEST Regards, Dave Watkins Calgary, Alberta Canada Voice 1.403.701.5746 Fax: 1.403.266.0626 E-mail: dave@... WWW: http://www.davewatkins.net 1995 KLR650 "The Prodigal Son" (came home 4 years after it was stolen) NO DISCLAIMERS: I SAID IT, I MEANT IT, I STAND BEHIND IT [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]