[Tenover]

I bought my helmet new, back in 2003. It's an Icon Alliance, and if I'm going over, say, 45mph, the face shield literally almost disconnects and flies off when I do an over the should look before changing lanes. It's friggin scary, and could be super dangerous! Is this normal? I don't mind buying another helmet, but I'm just curious if this happens on all/most helmets, or did I just get a dud? Thanks.

 

[Wombat]

I used to have that problem years ago with my Bell Star helmet.
If the visor was up I could give a sharp nod and it would come down.

I am currently using a HJC CL12 helmet and the visor mounting has a ratchet thingy that clicks as you move it the visor up and down.
This holds the visor securely in whatever position I put it.

If your helmet is around 4 years old, it is probably time to start thinking of a replacement anyway.

 

[MickMaguire]

I have never had one do this, but then I have never bought an ICON. If you bought your helmet in 2003 it is just about time to buy a new one anyway, they should be replaced every 3-5 years (dependant upon usage level).

For the record I wear an Arai.

[ This message was edited by: MickMaguire on 2007-01-19 13:46 ]

 

[fivehundo]

Get a Shoei RF1000. It's the best helmet I've ever had and it has absolutely no issues. It's a nice feeling...

 

[iceman]

On 2007-01-19 13:35, Tenover wrote:
...... It's an Icon Alliance, and if I'm going over, say, 45mph, the face shield literally almost disconnects and flies off when I do an over the should look before changing lanes. ............

is this with the visor up or down?

Any visor that is up will catch some air but if its down and does this then - no its not normal.Time for a new one :wink:

Grant

 

[Normandy]

I realize a helmet should be changed if it is in an accident but why would you turf it after 3 years ? UV rays ? Helmet makers say so ? :???:

 

[LoVel]

That is not normal if the face shield is down. Buy a new helmet. I have a SHOEI and an HJC and they both are lockable but even unlocked neither one has ever opened up when I looked over my shoulder.

 

[Tenover]

LOL
Yes, it's when the face shield is down.

 

[doodledog]

Use your mirrors, LOL. oh and get a Shark or if your rich an arai, it will not happen again, funny so many of you guys reccomend HJC, they are a discount brand over here.

 

[Tenover]

I do use my mirrors. We were taught in the MSF class to ALSO check over your shoulder after signaling and checking your mirrors...It just kinda stuck with me.

 

[Speed3]

If there is no way to lock it down, get some self adhesive Velcro and put a strip at the bottom somewhere. Or don't look back!

 

[iandel]

G'day,

I didn't know anyone wore (weared? whored? wared?) a helmet in CA. :-D

 

[doodledog]

Cool hence my LOL, however they should be also able to help with your helmet choice as that really is IMHO blardy dangerous :-D

 

[Nickwiz]

Wear an open face with goggles! :wink:

That should stop all visor problems! :-D

 

[Nochicanes]

Dude...super tape.

 

[mdgore]

I had the same problem when I was wearing the ICON Alliance helmets. I talked to the ICON rep at a MC expo, and he said they were aware of the problem and sent me some different connectors for the helmet. Write to ICON http://www.rideicon.com/ and maybe they'll send you some replacements. BTW: I liked the alliance helmet cause it fit my head so well. I have a Soumy Spec 1R now, and the fit isn't as good. The noise level is better, and the weight is lighter, but the fit isn't there. Usually 4 to 5 years is when you should replace your helmet. Soumy says their helmets are good for 7 years after manufacture and 5 years after initial wear.

BTW: I got around the face shield flip up, by tucking my chin into my chest before looking back. It sounds awkward, but it's easy.

 

[sweatmachine]

Tenover, sounds like you got a bunk helmet. I'd take it back where you got it, and not buy an Icon again. I have a less-than $200 Scorpion helmet, I love it and I bought my girlfriend one too.

 

[itchin]

You should be able to tighten it at the hinges where it attaches to the shell. Might be a decorative cover over where they attach. Should be screws under the deco cover.

 

[DaveM]

Stay in the same lane.................no problem :-D

DaveM

 

[Silverado57]

I have a Bell Sprint that's DOT and Snell approved. No worries.