Helmet noise reduction

[SpydeRider2010]

I must agree with BajaRon. as a retired cop... I've worked several m/c accidents; and helmets were floppy or missing. wear it tight and right. you'll have less noise, and much less bruising.

 

[Blue Star]

There is a technique to donning a properly fit full face helmet and your ears will never know anything happened. I've seen some people put a full face helmet on top of their head and simply push down. Guaranteed, that helmet is WAY too big for that head if it goes on that way.

Pulling outward on the staps is good advise. It takes a bit of practice and hand placement on the straps can make a difference. You want to grab the straps close to the helmet.

Also, most find that bringing the helmet somewhat from the rear, rather than straight down on the head, works better. You start with the helmet tilted up wards, move it onto the back of the head, then rotate the helmet forward as you pull it forward and down.

Sounds complicated in text, but once you get the hang you'll do it in your sleep.

If you full face helmet will come straight down on your head without bending your ears, it's probably too big.

If you ever get the chance to watch a professional rider don their helmet, pay attention to how they do it. You have to watch closely though because they do it quickly. Just like they ride.

When reading your instructions I remembered that is what my helmet pro told to do. I did try several times putting on and off my helmet today (with a ryde to follow) by pulling the straps, and noticed that it worked. Also, I cannot just pull it down easy, but have to work it down. I guess I just have to ryde more for the practice. After all, practice makes perfect :roflblack:

 

[bjt]

... My only question is how do you keep the top of your ears from folding down when putting it on. It seems like on will do this every time I put it on. Of course I guess that will solve the ear plug question :roflblack:

Helmet liners ... http://www.webbikeworld.com/r3/helmet-liner/

... I should add ... one that fits over the ears ...http://www.ridersdiscount.com/channel-images/10/107458/320x320-FULL.jpg

+1 A doo rag (some call them skull caps) that covers the top of my ears or a thin stocking cap (in the winter) allows my full face helmet to push down without bending my ears.

 

[Trickie Dick]

+1 A doo rag (some call them skull caps) that covers the top of my ears or a thin stocking cap (in the winter) allows my full face helmet to push down without bending my ears.

:agree: Here's what I use. After trying several others, I settled on this from LD Comfort. Cool in summer and keeps my head from sweating. Warm in the winter.
http://ldcomfort.com/store/store/product.php-productid-11-cat-0-page-1-featured.html

 

[memphisdan]

This has been a great discussion for me. My helmet fits so tight that I can not fit anything under it. It is ok when I get it on but no extra room. I have been searching for a larger helmet but now I think what I have may be just about right. Thanks for the great information.:2thumbs:

 

[IWN2RYD]

:agree: Here's what I use. After trying several others, I settled on this from LD Comfort. Cool in summer and keeps my head from sweating. Warm in the winter.
http://ldcomfort.com/store/store/product.php-productid-11-cat-0-page-1-featured.html

We LOOOOOOOOVE Our LD's... I bought the orange one just so I could be different :roflblack:

For those with hair... pps: We really like these because they prevent helmet hair in our 1 hour or less travels to destinations... Like our business for example...nojoke

 

[Dochands]

Absolutely agree about the LD Comfort head rag. And also this was a great discussion. As safe as our Spyders are this info could save a life. Thanks for starting it and thanks for everyones comments. :clap:

 

[NancysToy]

This has been a great discussion for me. My helmet fits so tight that I can not fit anything under it. It is ok when I get it on but no extra room. I have been searching for a larger helmet but now I think what I have may be just about right. Thanks for the great information.:2thumbs:

I suspect your helmet is just right, if there are no hot spots or pressure points. When I was having my new Arai fitted recently, I was told that if you wear a balaclava or doo-rag regularly, you should fit the helmet with what you normally wear. A good fitting helmet will not have room for a balaclava, at least when new...especially the heavier, winter-weight head coverings. Two possible solutions...either summer and winter helmets (my current answer), or a thinner liner for use with the head sock.

 

[Raptor]

Two possible solutions...either summer and winter helmets (my current answer), or a thinner liner for use with the head sock.

I think that is a great idea, Scott. So the Shoei will become primarily a Winter helmet, the Icon Alliance and the O'neil will be my Summer lids, and the Scorpion EXO-1000 will fit somewhere in-between. I can get away with this on the EXO because it is very adjustable. Probably my favorite one right now.

I also like the look of the LD helmet liner. Might just have to pick up a couple of those! :thumbup:

And to Cat, best of luck with the brackets. You'll have to keep us posted on how things go.

 

[bone crusher]

Helmet liners ... http://www.webbikeworld.com/r3/helmet-liner/

... I should add ... one that fits over the ears ...http://www.ridersdiscount.com/channel-images/10/107458/320x320-FULL.jpg

I wear an under armour skull cap...just goes over my ears enough to prevent them from getting flipped over by helmet...plus, keeps my head cooler when it's warm out...

 

[bone crusher]

:agree: Here's what I use. After trying several others, I settled on this from LD Comfort. Cool in summer and keeps my head from sweating. Warm in the winter.
http://ldcomfort.com/store/store/product.php-productid-11-cat-0-page-1-featured.html

Yuck...that's ugly...go under armour!!! :doorag:

 

[Trickie Dick]

Yuck...that's ugly...go under armour!!! :doorag:

How can you tell it's ugly. It's under my helmet. Besides, it works:firstplace:. Not in for the looks, just the functionality.

P.S. I agree...It's ugly

 

[bone crusher]

How can you tell it's ugly. It's under my helmet. Besides, it works:firstplace:. Not in for the looks, just the functionality.

P.S. I agree...It's ugly

Yeah, function trumps looks...the UA skull cap does the same but doesn't have tails...it also keeps your head cool/warm, depending on season...

Whatever works is the way to go!

 

[scudrunner]

I solved my noise problem years ago. Turbine engines gave me a 40dB hearing loss in both ears (even using double hearing protection). I don't notice the wind noise, but my Scorpion EXO 900 helmet fits nicely. I can't say it's the perfect fit, but it is comfortable, snug and no hot spots. The guys at the shop where I bought my Spyder did a decent job of fitting us.
As for the liner.... I picked up a couple of LDComfort liners for the hot weather (and they work!), but also used them in the winter. Ugly or not, they are nice.