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SpiderTex · 12-13-2007

I would appreciate your points of view on the following...

The last 5 years, I had a Shoei XR-900. Good helmet, pretty silent, not too heavy, but, lousy ventilation (especially front) and non-removal innards (for cleaning).
The thing fell a few times, also a few times with me in it, and I'm slowly thinking of splashing out some cash next spring on a new one. I always fancied the Shoei the XR-1000, but at 400€ it doesn't come cheap.
Ok, ok, it is the only thing protecting my nugget from close encounters with hard objects like roads and stuff, and as such I am willing to splash some cash on it...

But recently I stumbled across a Givi X.01 Givi web clicky
I thought it very smart that you can exchange the chin-bar with a version with big ventilation holes in summer, and a chin bar which is rather closed up for the winter.
I'm not sure if the ventilation holes on top of the helmet are sliding or take-off stuff... the later would not be good, I would loose those bits...

Anyway, any experience with this system? Any thoughts on robustness? What's your take on such a thing?

oldndumb · 12-13-2007

When comparing helmets of equal quality and certification, the most important consideration should be a snug, comfortable fit. The only way I know to determine fit and comfort is to wear the helmet for at least a half hour, and do all the standard fit tests.

If you go with the Givi, will you be able to try it on and do a return for refund if it doesn't fit to your head shape?

You have to be careful and verify vendor return policies. I have seen sites that offer helmets with a return policy, but the fine print states that the return must be for another helmet from them....no cash refund/credit card credit. The old days of a liberal helmet return policy seem to be going away.

One comment re that particular helmet is that I don't think it would be authorized for track days.

SpiderTex · 12-13-2007

Thx OnD

I'm buying my helmets from "over the counter" dealers. I like to see what I put on my head.
In general I will be able to wear them, and there is one place that even allow for a test drive...
But return policies aren't that great over here... bought too small, or bad fitting = bad luck...

re. Trackdays, you're probably right, but I could always keep my old XR900 for that I suppose...

DaveM · 12-13-2007

Nice to see you around more these days mate

No idea on the Givi, I have had Arai's Shoei's, HJC, and a bunch of others including a Brit lid but currently have my scone encased in a Suomy which seems fine but could have more vents for our hot summer but it ain't bad and reasonably priced.

I think there is a pic in one of my albums clicky below.

cheers,

DaveM

steventhechef · 12-13-2007

+1 with OnD.

Try them on and do the fit test. Back to front - side to side. If it suits (ie vents) and is certified for your region (and either DOT or Snell or both) you are heading in the right direction.

I have 2 HJC's - 1 Symax flip front and a Crevier model. Both the same size but they are totally different on my scone.

The Symax has heaps of ventilation but it a bit noisy at times (but I am OK with that). The Crevier is much tighter, quieter and hotter to wear, which is great for winter.

FWIW If my helmet had been down the road (with contact) I would be replacing it - pronto - your choice though..

SpiderTex · 12-14-2007

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Originally Posted by steventhechef

+1 with OnD.

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FWIW If my helmet had been down the road (with contact) I would be replacing it - pronto - your choice though..

I agree, but I never hit the road, rather slid over it...

anyways.. thanks for your insight

TRISPEED · 12-17-2007

The Shoei a my helmet of choice because it fits me as if it were custom made for my head. I have been wearing them for over 15 years. They hold up well, the lining holds up and doesn't fall apart after a few years like my past Arai did. The new Shoei's are cooler than the old ones. MY son has the RF-1000 and I have the X-11. The 11 really puts the air through the helmet. I haven't compared it to the RF-1000 but I understand the 1000 works great with the air flow also. The main thing I consider is comfort and the Shoei has been my favorite. They sure have many new brands on the market to choose from now. Good luck with your pick.

Gurthang · 05-17-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpiderTex

I would appreciate your points of view on the following...

The last 5 years, I had a Shoei XR-900. Good helmet, pretty silent, not too heavy, but, lousy ventilation (especially front) and non-removal innards (for cleaning).
The thing fell a few times, also a few times with me in it, and I'm slowly thinking of splashing out some cash next spring on a new one. I always fancied the Shoei the XR-1000, but at 400€ it doesn't come cheap.
Ok, ok, it is the only thing protecting my nugget from close encounters with hard objects like roads and stuff, and as such I am willing to splash some cash on it...

But recently I stumbled across a Givi X.01 Givi web clicky
I thought it very smart that you can exchange the chin-bar with a version with big ventilation holes in summer, and a chin bar which is rather closed up for the winter.
I'm not sure if the ventilation holes on top of the helmet are sliding or take-off stuff... the later would not be good, I would loose those bits...

Anyway, any experience with this system? Any thoughts on robustness? What's your take on such a thing?

I had ordered this Givi helmet last week and it just arrived today. I'll post a brief review once I give it a try just in case anyone is still interested.

Czarcasm · 05-17-2008

wBW wrote a review on the helmet a short time ago. I always enjoy their reviews and find them quite thorough. They seem to give the Givi high regards...I only wish they were available in the US!

http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motor...met/givi/x-01/

Calliway · 05-17-2008

For all of us in Canada and US - you wont find those helmets here and nor will they ship them. They dont meet any NA standards and it states that on the site.