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Another Helmet Question - D-Rings.....

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newbert

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As someone just getting back into riding after many years, I hope this question isn't too dumb....:dontknow:

I see that most helmet's straps come with D-Rings while other helmet's straps come with a ratchet-type (quick-release?) device. I've found a helmet I like, but it comes with D-Rings, which I'm not particularly crazy about. Maybe I'm missing something, but I find that it's a pain to thread the strap through them every time you put on the helmet.

So, is there a way to convert a D-Ring set-up to more of an easier on/off method, whether that means a ratchet or something else?

Thanks!
 
Yes... you can buy "Quick-Clips" for them. :thumbup:

I think that I got my last pair of them from a Dennis Kirk catalog...
 
You do not mention what standards the helmet is.

However, just as an FYI - to meet the higher Snell Standards a helmet MUST be a D ring only! This alone does NOT make a helmet Snell, just one of many requirements.
Why? Because a D ring will never come undone when properly tightened.

AJ
newbert said:
As someone just getting back into riding after many years, I hope this question isn't too dumb....:dontknow:

I see that most helmet's straps come with D-Rings while other helmet's straps come with a ratchet-type (quick-release?) device. I've found a helmet I like, but it comes with D-Rings, which I'm not particularly crazy about. Maybe I'm missing something, but I find that it's a pain to thread the strap through them every time you put on the helmet.

So, is there a way to convert a D-Ring set-up to more of an easier on/off method, whether that means a ratchet or something else?

Thanks!
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Better

No aftermarket helmet quick release has been approved by DOT. OEM factory quick releases are approved. If the helmet you like had D rings, use them. Easy enough to get good with them, and they hold tight in a crash!
 
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 218, a.k.a. FMVSS 218 establishes, amongst other things, how much stress the retention system of a DOT approved helmet must meet to pass. Since the retention system deals not only with the strap mechanism but also how it is mounted in the helmet and how the left and right sides of the retention system are joined, there are at least three potential failure points in the system, the attaching points, the strap, and the buckling mechanism. While one could probably find a cobbler or sail maker who might be willing to customize an OEM retention system, IMO it isn't worth the effort. Realistically speaking, should a rider wearing a helmet modified by a suitably skilled craftsman be involved in a mishap resulting in maximum stress to the retention system, said rider might very well soon be on the way to the ER or worse, the morgue. It's your noggin.
 
Once you get used to the d-ring tying process (which includes doing it before you put your gloves on) it's quite quick......and as others have said, safer.

Pete
 
Beware, many of the Quick disconnect (seat belt style) require you to cut the d-ring off. That's a really bad idea and would probably void any warranty on the helmet.
 
newbert said:
As someone just getting back into riding after many years, I hope this question isn't too dumb....:dontknow:

I see that most helmet's straps come with D-Rings while other helmet's straps come with a ratchet-type (quick-release?) device. I've found a helmet I like, but it comes with D-Rings, which I'm not particularly crazy about. Maybe I'm missing something, but I find that it's a pain to thread the strap through them every time you put on the helmet.

So, is there a way to convert a D-Ring set-up to more of an easier on/off method, whether that means a ratchet or something else?

Thanks!
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Yes there is I got one for my wife's helmet. Can't remember the name of it but if you called Big Four Cycle in Evansville IN. they could tell you the brand
name 812-476-8801 ask for Roger in parts
 
YouTube Demo - Quick Release

newbert said:
As someone just getting back into riding after many years, I hope this question isn't too dumb....:dontknow:

I see that most helmet's straps come with D-Rings while other helmet's straps come with a ratchet-type (quick-release?) device. I've found a helmet I like, but it comes with D-Rings, which I'm not particularly crazy about. Maybe I'm missing something, but I find that it's a pain to thread the strap through them every time you put on the helmet.

So, is there a way to convert a D-Ring set-up to more of an easier on/off method, whether that means a ratchet or something else?

Thanks!
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Here's A Quick Release Demo: https://youtu.be/ax9hfqPJlxc
 
Firstly if your buying a helmet have a really good read of this. By the far the most definitive guide on choosing one and the helmet reviews are spot on as well:
http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-helmets/motorcycle-helmet-faq.htm

Now to quote what they say:
"The tried-and-true "D-ring" attachment system is widely used, very reliable and is used on every racing helmet that we are aware of.
Other "quick release" systems have been developed, but like trying to build a better mousetrap, none have improved on the basic double D-ring attachment system, and most of the newer systems are more complicated, failure prone, and fussy to operate.

Our advice is to stick with the D-ring system.

The double D-ring system is an elegant engineering solution. It is very lightweight, infinitely adjustable and there are no springs to wear out or plastic and metal latches to break.

All of the quick release mechanisms we've tried make it very hard to adjust the tightness of the helmet straps."

Having tried out a couple of alternatives to D-rings I've got say I agree with this 100%.
 
GOZFST said:
Beware, many of the Quick disconnect (seat belt style) require you to cut the d-ring off. That's a really bad idea and would probably void any warranty on the helmet.
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Perhaps I've been looking in the wrong places...
In over twenty-five years oi using them: I've never removed a D-ring. nojoke
How would you secure the helmet to your bike without them? :dontknow:
 
newbert said:
So, is there a way to convert a D-Ring set-up to more of an easier on/off method, whether that means a ratchet or something else?
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Yes, you can add a "quick connect" to use in place of the D-rings BUT.......they are not nearly as secure in a crash and tend to come apart.

Try just loosening the strap back to where the snap on the end just contacts the rings and then slip the helmet off without completely un-doing the rings. Been working for me for about 50 years now !!
 
Easy Rider said:
.Try just loosening the strap back to where the snap on the end just contacts the rings and then slip the helmet off without completely un-doing the rings. Been working for me for about 50 years now !!
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This really only works well, if you don't wear glasses... :shocked:
 
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My current helmet is a Shoei Neotec with D-Ring. Prior to that I had a Nolan with a quick connect and prior to that all D-Ring helmets.

Going back to D-Ring felt a little odd at first but in no time it was just easy to do again. Don't even think about it after a short time.

Get the helmet you want that fits you right and you will get used to the D-Ring.

Gary
 
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