Brakefree Helmet Light

[ARtraveler]

I finally received my shipment of the Brakefree helmet light.

They come from Hong Kong and it was in transit for 19 days. Package arrived in one piece and everything was as ordered.

A very well put together item and larger than I thought it would be.
The unit measures 7 1/2 inches by 3 inches. Has 100 LED's and is very bright and noticeable to others.

The unit has a stick-on mounting piece that glues to the helmet and the Brakefree unit snaps into it. They recommend 2 - 12 hours before use. Clean helmet with alcohol wipe and place stick on unit in place.

My Bell Magnum/Sena actually had an indented place where the unit fit into perfectly. The unit snaps into and off of the mount very easily.

Took it out for a test drive this PM and Linda said it lit up very bright. It lights up each time you step on the brake pedal. At night, this one will be something to see.

Cost $169.99 plus $10.00 shipping. A bit pricey IMO, but a very nice unit. I was not able to transfer a picture only. Did not want to put in an attachment to the web site as I do not want to be accused of pushing a non-sponsor product.

I did contact the company to see if they wanted to become a SL sponsor, but have not heard back from them as of yet.

You can find them if you want to look closer.

[juscuz]

Received mine months ago and very satisfied.

[Ex-Rocket]

I wonder if this will attach to the back of my head since I don't wear a helmet in Arkansas?

[Peter Aawen]

I wonder if this will attach to the back of my head since I don't wear a helmet in Arkansas?

If you can't find a 'strong-enough glue' that'll work, a staple gun should fix it in place just fine!

[Motorcycledave]

I wonder if this will attach to the back of my head since I don't wear a helmet in Arkansas?

I will make you a hell of a deal on some duct tape

[Bfromla]

I finally received my shipment of the Brakefree helmet light.

They come from Hong Kong and it was in transit for 19 days. Package arrived in one piece and everything was as ordered.

A very well put together item and larger than I thought it would be.
The unit measures 7 1/2 inches by 3 inches. Has 100 LED's and is very bright and noticeable to others.

The unit has a stick-on mounting piece that glues to the helmet and the Brakefree unit snaps into it. They recommend 2 - 12 hours before use. Clean helmet with alcohol wipe and place stick on unit in place.

My Bell Magnum/Sena actually had an indented place where the unit fit into perfectly. The unit snaps into and off of the mount very easily.

Took it out for a test drive this PM and Linda said it lit up very bright. It lights up each time you step on the brake pedal. At night, this one will be something to see.

Cost $169.99 plus $10.00 shipping. A bit pricey IMO, but a very nice unit. I was not able to transfer a picture only. Did not want to put in an attachment to the web site as I do not want to be accused of pushing a non-sponsor product.

I did contact the company to see if they wanted to become a SL sponsor, but have not heard back from them as of yet.

You can find them if you want to look closer.

Secure enough you trust leaving with helmet while you not around? Say a restaurant stop or something or would remove like a headset & secure elsewhere

[Mikey]

Do you have to install a switch on the bike so it knows when you hit the brake, how's that all work?

[Mike0123]

I will make you a hell of a deal on some duct tape

i've got some nails and a nailgun!

[BeRight]

Do you have to install a switch on the bike so it knows when you hit the brake, how's that all work?

NO -it works on deceleration - so you can use engine braking

[troop]

Do you have to install a switch on the bike so it knows when you hit the brake, how's that all work?

https://www.brakefreetech.com/products/brake-free

[Mikey]

NO -it works on deceleration - so you can use engine braking

I did a quick search on them I found some that have directionals on them also, was Just wondering how it all worked!!

[Mikey]

https://www.brakefreetech.com/products/brake-free

Thank you for the post!! I don't think my navigator would like that light much, But I was thinking it would be a great thing for snowmobiling, wonder how it would hold up in subzero weather???

[trikermutha]

I will make you a hell of a deal on some duct tape

Or two side tape

[LongIsland]

Thank you for the post!! I don't think my navigator would like that light much, But I was thinking it would be a great thing for snowmobiling, wonder how it would hold up in subzero weather???

I was thinking the same and then realized if I purchased a second helmet mount I could attach it to the navigator's helmet.

[Possible]

OMG, that thing is huge.

[Ex-Rocket]

OMG, that thing is huge.

That's what she said

[Possible]

LOL

[ARtraveler]

Secure enough you trust leaving with helmet while you not around? Say a restaurant stop or something or would remove like a headset & secure elsewhere

Easy snap on/snap off, but I would probably put helmet in trunk. I already have about $500 into each helmet. I am very careful where I leave the helmets out, if I do at all.

[ARtraveler]

Do you have to install a switch on the bike so it knows when you hit the brake, how's that all work?

I don't know the technical stuff. A deceleration switch makes the light kick in when you impede forward motion as in brake, or slow down. The harder the braking, the brighter the light. The connection between helmet and bike is completely wireless.

[ARtraveler]

I did a quick search on them I found some that have directionals on them also, was Just wondering how it all worked!!

I did not get a version with the directionals. The set up is such that it would be a great idea if they could get it to work. There would be no doubt about your intentions to turn.

[ARtraveler]

Thank you for the post!! I don't think my navigator would like that light much, But I was thinking it would be a great thing for snowmobiling, wonder how it would hold up in subzero weather???

Rechargeable battery just like garmins etc. I note that my garmin does not work good if the temps get over 90 degrees, have not tried cold weather operation yet.

[ARtraveler]

I was thinking the same and then realized if I purchased a second helmet mount I could attach it to the navigator's helmet.

I am only going to buy one unit, but since I have two different bikes, and two different helmets, I have ordered a set of attachment units so I have one for the other helmet and a spare. Cost for two is $15.99 but I got them on sale for $12.99 plus $3.00 shipping.

[ARtraveler]

OMG, that thing is huge.

All the better to be seen. And you will for sure.

[BeRight]

I don't know the technical stuff. The light picks up a signal from the brakes and just goes on when the brake is applied. The harder the braking, the brighter the light. The connection between helmet and bike is completely wireless.

NOPE: from their website: "Detects all deceleration events whether it is engine braking, downshifting, or braking" "No need to wire anything to your motorcycle or install any apps! Fully self-contained with sensors and batteries inside, just power it on and ride"

[ARtraveler]

NOPE: from their website: "Detects all deceleration events whether it is engine braking, downshifting, or braking" "No need to wire anything to your motorcycle or install any apps! Fully self-contained with sensors and batteries inside, just power it on and ride"

I told you I did not know the technical stuff.