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Old 03-30-2007, 12:23 PM
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Gear for Bikes

My friend's birthday is coming up, and I was thinking of getting him a new helmet (his ex gf stole it before he broke up with her).

And since I have no knowledge, whatsoever, on motorbikes and the like, I was wondering what brands are considered to be decent and stuff.

Links to some sites or something would be great, too.
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Old 03-30-2007, 01:21 PM
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What kind of lid? Full face, half, etc?

How much do you intend to spend?

Would help narrow the choices...
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This was interesting

http://www.jdpower.com/autos/ratings/motorcycle-helmet
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http://www.ridegear.com/rg/static/helmets.html
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Re: Gear for Bikes

how about a gift voucher for one. considering that you really need to try it on first. each brand is a different shape and sizes can differ slightly.

my apprentice got sized up on a large Arai at one store but couldn't comfortably get his glasses on. another store had a medium HJC which fit him much better.

i know i'd prefer to choose my own style and design.
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Old 03-30-2007, 03:13 PM
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I buy my gear from www.ridegear.com also, but determining what type of helmet requires some kind of budget. They have the price of helmets ranging from $60 to $600+ for a single helmet!
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I'd hate to be the person that T-bones anyone wearing that.
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or accidently sits on it.

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I would also suggest you give him a gift card, you really need to try helmets on first before you buy them, kind of like buying jeans, size can vary depending on the manufacturer.
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Jeffcoslacker, how did you get a pic of my helmet?
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