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Bell Pit Boss Helmet - Solid Colors From the first time you put the Pit Boss helmet on, you can feel the difference. The ultra-light TriMatrix construction keeps weight to a minimum while still passing tough DOT standards. The Pit Boss also features Bells innovative Speed Dial adjustable fit system which provides unmatched levels of comfort while drastically reducing the tendency for open face helmets to lift off of the head. And with additional features like a removable neck curtain and drop down sunshield, the Pit Boss truly reigns supreme on the wide open road. Features Lightweight, TriMatrix composite shellKevlar/Carbon/Fiberglass blend Innovative Speed Dial adjustable fit system Internal Sun Shade offers on the fly protection from the sun Removable neck curtain for cold weather riding Convenient speaker pockets make it easy to set up the Pit Boss with communication devices Approximate eight 900g Five-year warranty
Overall rating
Looks great, feels great
PostedJuly 24, 2012
Bang for the Buck
4
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5
Style
5
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5
Comfort
4
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5
Protection & Durability
3
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5
Air Flow
4
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5
Features
4
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
Loud
Weight
Light
Heavy
Shape
Narrow
Round
Vision
Narrow
Wide
I've been shopping around for a half helmet that looked good and felt good. This helmet does that and more. The fit can be adjusted using the dial in the back of the helmet (I ride with it a little loose when I'm under 35mph, I tighten it up before I hit highway speeds). The visor blocks a lot of debris from hitting my sunglasses and offers superb wind deflection.
The only con I have is that the chin strap is uncomfortable. If they included just a small patch of padding that slid along the strap for adjustment it would be perfect.
All in all, a 4.5/5 in my book.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Shoei Qwest Solid Helmet Aerodynamic Shell Design Aerodynamic properties are maximized through extensive wind tunnel and professional riders feedback Dual Layer EPS liner enhances impact absorption and ventilation Five shell and six EPS liner sizes present increased fit options that help to comfortably fit most head sizes Molded air spoiler to reduce drag and lift as well as diminish weight pressure on the neck while riding at high speeds Ventilation System Upper Air Intake Vent is positioned to maximize air volume into the helmet interior Large upper intake vent positioned to maximize performance in high wind conditions Easy to operate large lower intake vent Lower air intake/defroster vent reduces shield fogging and increases ventilation The rear/neck outlets allow for effective air exhaust Breath guard and chin curtain included Lightweight Advanced Integrated Matrix Plus (AIM+) High performance fiber materials are combined with extremely elastic organic fibers to create a shell structure that is ultra lightweight, rigid and resilient Interior System 3-D center pad and multi-layered, polyurethane foam cheek pads Cheek pads are replaceable or removable for maintenance Eyeglass compatible interior Standard Chin-Strap Clip Neatly secures chin strap CW-1 Shield and Q.R.S.A. System Q.R.S.A. (Quick-Release Self-Adjusting) base plate allows for tool-less shield removal and installation. The spring-loaded base plate (U.S. patent pending 11/799935) pulls the shield back to contact the window beading evenly and ensures a proper seal Scratch-resistant coating 99.9 protection from harmful UV A and B rays Optional, CW-1 Pinlock prepared shields are available to accommodate Pinlock Fog Free Inserts The CW-1, three-dimensionally curved shield is both wider and taller than the CX-1V it replaces Optional, CWF-1 two-dimensional Pinlock equipped racing shields with tear-off posts are available A pre-set lever can easily lock the shield in place to prevent the shield from opening unexpectedly, as well as prop the shield open to increase airflow Additional Specs Construction AIM+ (Advanced Integrated Matrix Plus Multi Fiber) Weight 3.644 lbs / 1,653 grams (approx, for Size Medium Solid Color) Standards Snell-M2010, DOT Please Note The vents on the Brilliant Yellow helmet are black, not yellow as shown in product photo. Note Due to manufacturer restrictions, Shoei products can only be shipped to addresses within the United States
Overall rating
Comfortable
PostedMay 9, 2012
Bang for the Buck
4
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5
Style
3
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5
Comfort
4
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5
Protection & Durability
4
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5
Air Flow
3
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5
Features
4
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
Loud
Weight
Light
Heavy
Vision
Narrow
Wide
Looks okay, feels good. My head is 7 5/8" and I bought a Large. I have no windshield on my cruiser.
Pros: Very rigid construction. Light by my standards. When I close my chin vent and lock the visor my ride is very quiet, even at around 80mph. Head checks are still easy to do at highway speeds with no windshield. Seems to cool the top of my head very well at around 55mph with all vents open. I found a little baggy in the box with a breath deflector and chin curtain.
Cons: Air gets in under my chin at speeds over 60mph and lifts the helmet quite a bit (I just hunker down and tuck in my chin to avoid this discomfort). At about 80mph with no windshield my head begins to vibrate from wind buffeting. With the chin vent closed and visor locked the visor fogs up QUICKLY. Visor lift tab only on the left make it difficult to lift the visor at a stop light with my right hand to deal with fogging. No microfiber wipe included for the visor.
I find myself opening and closing my visor way too much to get rid of the fog. This is the most annoying thing for me to deal with when I ride.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Dainese Avro Textile Jacket Focus Self-assertion and sports passion come together in this jacket designed with an eye to the new Dainese suits and dedicated to riders in search of lightweight, technical gear with a close eye on price as well. Safety is guaranteed by homologated composite protectors, a pocket for the type-G back protector, and reflective inserts. The ergonomic cut, elasticated inserts, side, collar, and cuff adjustment possibilities, and the jacket-pants fastening zip all permit the widest range of fit and freedom of movement combined with a removable thermal lining and ventilation zips to offer remarkable riding comfort. Features Removable composite protectors certified to EN 1621.1/97 Standard Cordura Comfort fabric Neck adjustment Wrist adjustement Waist adjustment Jacket-trousers fastening system Inserts in elasticated fabric Sanitized lining Removable thermal liner Air vents Pocket for backspace G1 and G2 Reflective inserts 2 outside pockets Internal pocket Pocket on removable liner
Overall rating
Looks good.
PostedMay 9, 2012
Bang for the Buck
2
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5
Style
4
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5
Comfort
4
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5
Protection & Durability
4
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5
Air Flow
4
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5
Features
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5
I'm 5'6", 210 lbs, and 46R. I bought a 58 and it fits my chest and arms PERFECT. This is my first motorcycle jacket and I hit the sizing on the nose. The only complaint I have in the fit is that the waist tabs only cinch in so far before you run out of the hook & loop field. The result is that I have a lot of loose fabric around my waist, but it doesn't flap around in the wind too much.
Pros: This jacket looks great. The armor in the forearm, elbows, and shoulders is excellent. The reflective areas are very bright. The thermal liner is extremely warm. The sleeves reach right to the heel of my palms.
Cons: Not enough pockets: Only 2 hand pockets and 1 inside pocket. Not enough reflective areas: Only the logo on the back (which is covered if wearing a backpack) and thin strips on the back of your forearms. No built-in back protection. Spacing between the buttons on the collar could be tighter.
I high-sided at about 18mph with this jacket on. I made sure to tuck in my head (mostly to protect my helmet -_-) and land in a roll to break my fall as much as possible. I landed right shoulder first, then progressively rolled to my upper right arm, right elbow, right forearm, right palm, right hip, and then skidded a bit on the asphalt and my right HD leather boot before my bike landed on my right foot and stopped my skid. Luckily, nothing was broken on my body. As for my gear: my helmet wasn't even scratched, my right palm was protected with some Oakley Assault gloves and the leather was scuffed up a bit, my right boot toe and outer edge was scuffed up pretty bad (it has character now), but my Dainese Avro jacket actually ripped on the shoulder. I was happy that the armor did as well as it did. I didn't even feel the fall on my shoulder and arm, but I was really bummed out about the rip. I thought it would hold up better as a textile made for biking, but I'm going to go with leather from now on.
If you like the look of this jacket and don't need a lot of pockets or don't ride without a lot of other high vis gear on in low light, this jacket may be good for you. I kind of wished I went with something leather and with more options as far as pockets and reflective areas.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Dainese Avro Textile Jacket Focus Self-assertion and sports passion come together in this jacket designed with an eye to the new Dainese suits and dedicated to riders in search of lightweight, technical gear with a close eye on price as well. Safety is guaranteed by homologated composite protectors, a pocket for the type-G back protector, and reflective inserts. The ergonomic cut, elasticated inserts, side, collar, and cuff adjustment possibilities, and the jacket-pants fastening zip all permit the widest range of fit and freedom of movement combined with a removable thermal lining and ventilation zips to offer remarkable riding comfort. Features Removable composite protectors certified to EN 1621.1/97 Standard Cordura Comfort fabric Neck adjustment Wrist adjustement Waist adjustment Jacket-trousers fastening system Inserts in elasticated fabric Sanitized lining Removable thermal liner Air vents Pocket for backspace G1 and G2 Reflective inserts 2 outside pockets Internal pocket Pocket on removable liner
does the jacket come with a back protector, if not is there a pocket for the back armor?
There is an area in the back to insert G1 and G2 back armor, but this jacket comes with neither.
1 year ago
Dainese Avro Textile Jacket Focus Self-assertion and sports passion come together in this jacket designed with an eye to the new Dainese suits and dedicated to riders in search of lightweight, technical gear with a close eye on price as well. Safety is guaranteed by homologated composite protectors, a pocket for the type-G back protector, and reflective inserts. The ergonomic cut, elasticated inserts, side, collar, and cuff adjustment possibilities, and the jacket-pants fastening zip all permit the widest range of fit and freedom of movement combined with a removable thermal lining and ventilation zips to offer remarkable riding comfort. Features Removable composite protectors certified to EN 1621.1/97 Standard Cordura Comfort fabric Neck adjustment Wrist adjustement Waist adjustment Jacket-trousers fastening system Inserts in elasticated fabric Sanitized lining Removable thermal liner Air vents Pocket for backspace G1 and G2 Reflective inserts 2 outside pockets Internal pocket Pocket on removable liner
In terms of abrasion resistance, how strong is Comfort Cordura?
I high-sided going under 20mph and managed to rip a hole in the shoulder of my Dainese Avro jacket. The rest of the jacket held up well, but I didn't slide very far (only a few feet) since my bike landed on my leg and stopped my skid. I hope this helps answer your question.
1 year ago
Dainese Avro Textile Jacket Focus Self-assertion and sports passion come together in this jacket designed with an eye to the new Dainese suits and dedicated to riders in search of lightweight, technical gear with a close eye on price as well. Safety is guaranteed by homologated composite protectors, a pocket for the type-G back protector, and reflective inserts. The ergonomic cut, elasticated inserts, side, collar, and cuff adjustment possibilities, and the jacket-pants fastening zip all permit the widest range of fit and freedom of movement combined with a removable thermal lining and ventilation zips to offer remarkable riding comfort. Features Removable composite protectors certified to EN 1621.1/97 Standard Cordura Comfort fabric Neck adjustment Wrist adjustement Waist adjustment Jacket-trousers fastening system Inserts in elasticated fabric Sanitized lining Removable thermal liner Air vents Pocket for backspace G1 and G2 Reflective inserts 2 outside pockets Internal pocket Pocket on removable liner
Thorax chest protector pocket?
Wondering if this jacket has the thorax chest protector pocket like the leather version.
No, there is no place to insert a protector up front.
1 year ago
Dainese Avro Textile Jacket Focus Self-assertion and sports passion come together in this jacket designed with an eye to the new Dainese suits and dedicated to riders in search of lightweight, technical gear with a close eye on price as well. Safety is guaranteed by homologated composite protectors, a pocket for the type-G back protector, and reflective inserts. The ergonomic cut, elasticated inserts, side, collar, and cuff adjustment possibilities, and the jacket-pants fastening zip all permit the widest range of fit and freedom of movement combined with a removable thermal lining and ventilation zips to offer remarkable riding comfort. Features Removable composite protectors certified to EN 1621.1/97 Standard Cordura Comfort fabric Neck adjustment Wrist adjustement Waist adjustment Jacket-trousers fastening system Inserts in elasticated fabric Sanitized lining Removable thermal liner Air vents Pocket for backspace G1 and G2 Reflective inserts 2 outside pockets Internal pocket Pocket on removable liner
For the protectors, is there a forearm protector as well?
Yes. The elbow armor extends far into the forearm area. I've tested it with a high-side at 18mph and it worked very well.
Regards from AK.
Regards from AK.
1 year ago