View Full Version : EXO 100 Half Helmet
schoeney
04-21-2009, 03:15 AM
It was 83 degrees here today (you listening CJ?) so I got my first chance to pull out the new Scorpion half helmet.
I have never worn anything but full face in all my years of riding dirt + street bikes. It was a little weird to say the least.
I felt a little naked without the chin bar and my nice quiet "cocoon". When all of you would say how noisy your Nomads were I thought I must have got a "quiet" one but with the half helmet I find out I didn't! ;)
I will need to get some earplugs when wearing this cap.
On the plus side I have better peripheral vision and I can hear traffic as it comes up on either side of me.
This helmet has one of those "drop down" visors that tucks away nicely when not in use.....I couldn't really think of when I would use this feature as I will be wearing some type of safety or sunglasses at all times anyhow. Oh well the visor may come in handy hose 2-3 times a year I lose or sit on my sunglasses http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif
Needless to say this is a lot cooler and much more airflow than my EXO 400 FF.
I bought this to beat the heat, I already have the EXO 400 FF that I am real happy with, and my neighbor has been telling me how much he loves his EXO 100.
Scorpion helmets just seem to be a good fit for my odd shaped head.
If you are looking for a half helmet this is worth checking out. It runs $110 most everywhere (in gloss black..$120 for other colors).
http://shopping.scorpionusa.com/C55D9C025BA44D11A3713BF0D546303C.asp?cat_id=FBF05A C4DB8843C1B0FF76893F5540D5&pcs_key=F4C6450651964872B858D79013AFA8B5&retpage=%2FF4BD78EED51D4762989F1184B1165B96%2Easp&nm=Solid+100&spath=Home+%3E+Equipment+%3E+Street+Helmets&path=Home+%3E+Equipment+%3E+Street+Helmets&sc_id=950F370F6D60427A8B6DCF501152DD13
Cajunrider
04-21-2009, 03:34 AM
I wear a half helmet even during winter riding. I have never worn a full face so I guess our situations are completely opposite. I wear the HJC Vulcan and I have a 3/4 Bell. Both black while the Vulcan has some designs. I wear the ear plugs mainly because of the wind noise. Working in this noisy plant and competing in handgun shooting has taken its toll on my hearing. I need to conserve what's left. I might try one of the Scorpion half helmets later. Are they pretty comfortable?
yep they are nice. I would not buy anything else.
Thanks for the review....I have been looking at that helmet all winter....might have to pull the trigger. I am wondering, helmets make a difference in buffeting...Did you notice any problems with this one??
ringadingh
04-21-2009, 07:55 AM
My neighbour just bought a Scorpian full face helmet on the weekend, while we were out riding he commented on how much he liked it so far that day. It has a lot of neat features in it, helmets seem to have come a long way over the years.
reaper
04-21-2009, 08:07 AM
I bought one back in March and love it. The ear curtains help to cut down on noise.
The pop down sheild is good for when you leave your sun glasses at home
dogdoc
04-21-2009, 08:35 AM
I mostly jkust wear a half lid(NexL) brand which is pricey but the lightest half lid on the market.
Top Cat
04-21-2009, 08:52 AM
Lets see,
Beanie Helmet=No protection
Half Helmet=1/2 protection
Three Quarter Helmet=3/4 protection
Full Helmet=Full protection
I'll stay with the full face thank you. It's just my opinion,wear what you want,I'm just saying...............
Todd, I have worn one for a year now and their is basically no buffeting compared to with my full face one. It is the best helment I have ever owned.
Of course Todd, they may not make a XXXXXXXXL size. :)
cactusjack
04-21-2009, 10:21 AM
I have an EXO-100 myself, in flat black. Probably the most comfortable helmet I have worn. I also have a KBC Vulcan and an HJC Vulcan (the one with the Kawasaki Vulcan graphics). All are excellent helmets. Since they are half helmets, I guess I'm only half-smart, according to some folks. ::)
schoeney
04-21-2009, 11:05 AM
Thanks for the review....I have been looking at that helmet all winter....might have to pull the trigger. I am wondering, helmets make a difference in buffeting...Did you notice any problems with this one??
Terrebonne- Yes. This helmet is comfortable.
TC- I hear ya....I am doing something I never thought I would do...wear anything but full. BUT the trade off is I do hear and see better and it sure is cooler. I only intend to wear it over 75 degrees so any mishaps will have to happen when it is cooler!
Todd- This helmet had no buffeting on my initial ride on the freeway at about 65mph. That is without any engine guard chaps and the stock lowers. My FF does buffet some (not unbearable) without the engine guard chaps. I just ordered Chucksters lowers so we will see if that helps.
superduty
04-21-2009, 11:12 AM
I've had one since last year and overall, I like it as well. One thing I would complain about is that I'd like the chin strap angled forward a bit more. When it sits right on my head, the strap kinda presses into my throat.
It has to be the helmet design - it can't be my chubby neck or anything... :)
strobe
04-21-2009, 11:24 AM
I have the EXO-100 as well. Overall a decent helmet, one of the more comfortable ones I have had. Only really use it around town though.
Of course Todd, they may not make a XXXXXXXXL size. :)
First BD...now you.......are you two brothers ??? ??? ??? http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
...and don't worry, I'll get a black one.....it has a slimming effect ::) ::)
bigdave
04-21-2009, 11:53 AM
i have a EXO-100, very comfortable. as mentioned before better vision, hearing and much cooler on hot days
This is what my wife and I have as well.
mikesth
04-21-2009, 12:56 PM
Of course Todd, they may not make a XXXXXXXXL size. :)
I'll get a black one.....it has a slimming effect ::) ::)
it has a slimming effect ....Only on your head ::)
I changed from full face(yes all my life) to half helmet when I got the Nomad - Have worn one in temps down to the 20's and just supplement with a scarf. I might pull out my fullface if I have to leave in the rain - but it hasn't happened in a year and a half.
I can see and hear better and I am at least wearing a helmet...that's all I'm saying
Of course Todd, they may not make a XXXXXXXXL size. :)
First BD...now you.......are you two brothers ??? ??? ??? http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
...and don't worry, I'll get a black one.....it has a slimming effect ::) ::)
slimming yes, shaving, no. :)
ponch
04-21-2009, 04:15 PM
I wonder if anyone has experience with the Shoei St. Cruz? They usually make very good products, although more expensive than others.
I have an EXO-100 myself, in flat black. Probably the most comfortable helmet I have worn. I also have a KBC Vulcan and an HJC Vulcan (the one with the Kawasaki Vulcan graphics). All are excellent helmets. Since they are half helmets, I guess I'm only half-smart, according to some folks. ::)
Top Cat
04-21-2009, 04:19 PM
I have an EXO-100 myself, in flat black. Probably the most comfortable helmet I have worn. I also have a KBC Vulcan and an HJC Vulcan (the one with the Kawasaki Vulcan graphics). All are excellent helmets. Since they are half helmets, I guess I'm only half-smart, according to some folks. ::)
http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif I knew I could count on you for a response Scott.
I never said anything about smart. I just contend you are only half protected
I just feel better with a full face helmet. I agree people should be able to wear what ever they feel comfortable with.
cactusjack
04-21-2009, 07:22 PM
I have an EXO-100 myself, in flat black. Probably the most comfortable helmet I have worn. I also have a KBC Vulcan and an HJC Vulcan (the one with the Kawasaki Vulcan graphics). All are excellent helmets. Since they are half helmets, I guess I'm only half-smart, according to some folks. ::)
http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif I knew I could count on you for a response Scott.
I never said anything about smart. I just contend you are only half protected
I just feel better with a full face helmet. I agree people should be able to wear what ever they feel comfortable with.
TC, what makes you think I was referring to you? ::)
caper
04-21-2009, 08:21 PM
Interesting subject to me! I wear both full and half. Love the feeling of the half but feel it for sure doesn't offer the protection of a full face. After having one accident and now really beliveing in armoured clothing ( joe rocket or Bohn) and haveing armour from toe to neck, I would hate to skid on my face and have only face injuries. Crazy eh! Oh and the full face is great in rain :)
rlfaubion
04-24-2009, 06:10 PM
I've worn the 100 all winter. Good helmet but it was a size smaller than usual. Try it on before you buy. Never worn a full. I tried to put on on last year but couldn't get it all the way on without freak'n out first.
Top Cat
04-24-2009, 06:46 PM
I've worn the 100 all winter. Good helmet but it was a size smaller than usual. Try it on before you buy. Never worn a full. I tried to put on on last year but couldn't get it all the way on without freak'n out first.
http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif Claustrophobic are you ;)
rlfaubion
04-24-2009, 08:58 PM
[quote="Valdez (lone Juan)":thj32tv3]I've worn the 100 all winter. Good helmet but it was a size smaller than usual. Try it on before you buy. Never worn a full. I tried to put on on last year but couldn't get it all the way on without freak'n out first.
http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif Claustrophobic are you ;)[/quote:thj32tv3]
I guess I might be TC, with helmets anyway. And now I'm sure I'll never be the Jeff Gordon of anyone's dreams :-/ :-[
However, for 30m a year, I could get over it - I guess?
Got a great fitting and feeling full face and will wear it until the heat does me in and then it is back to the 1/2, which feels really liberating. The new full face looks and feels almost like the 1/2 but still a little too confining, I know, pretty meaningless when your sliding along the ground on your chin but those are the chances we take...
Well, I rode down to RideNow in Concord NC and bought an exo100 Sunday and have since put about 350 miles riding with it on.
Gotta say I love it. Here a plus that I have heard no one mention. You can wear your regular glasses (sun for me, but I know some are wearing prescription) with plenty of room behind the shield. Gives me more protection from the sun. Also, the shield is light enough in color that it works well for night riding by itself. Did about 50 miles with it so far at night and vision is great.
It is the most comfortable helmet I have ever had, although a little heavier than a beanie. I took the visor off and threw it on a shelf like I do all my helmets...just don't like the visor, they catch wind IMHO......with the shield down this helmet has very little movement, if any, from wind/pressure. Probably the least movement of any helmet I have had.
If you are looking for a 1/2 helmet.....I'd recommend the exo100.
Thanks to schoeney and all that responded on this thread about the exo100.....it was good info that allowed me to go on and pull the trigger.....
Ain't KawaNOW great! ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
OK..modifying the post...why do I do this to myself ::) ::) ::) ::) ..some pics with it on so you can see it (SHUT UP BD http://s2.images.proboards.com/tongue.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/tongue.gif )
See I told ya'll black was slimming ;)
http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb50/toddf1_2007/IMG_0003.jpg
Dayum...I look like a deer in headlights
http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb50/toddf1_2007/IMG_0004.jpg
Visor down
http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb50/toddf1_2007/IMG_0006.jpg
side view visor up....obviously not my riding gear
http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb50/toddf1_2007/IMG_0005.jpg
side view visor down
cactusjack
04-29-2009, 10:43 AM
Gosh, I didn't know Scorpion made helmets that big! http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
I can say that because I have a big melon myself.
I told you the EXO-100 was very comfortable. You won't be sorry you bought one.
Jeez...how tall are you? You're coming pretty close to the top of that door jamb. I may regret the bighead line.
blowndodge
04-29-2009, 10:47 AM
Whatever that is up there I suggest we SHOOT IT!!!!! http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
a little under 6'4" Scott........they pile it high here in NC. http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif
Yeah, that's just one of the many reasons why I like this place/forum...always hated going to buy a helmet...the old rule was you wear it around the store for a 1/2 hour to see how it feels......but after all the advice from you guys, I walked in and said give me the 2xl and "them there huggies" (just checking to see if there are any Raising Arizona fans here).
You guys were all spot on with your advice...hope my experience will help out someone else wondering if they should get one.
oh, and shut up BD you melonhead :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
blowndodge
04-29-2009, 10:58 AM
BANG BANG BANG BANG !!!!!
Time to reload, it's still moving and talking english!!!! http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
Every bighead comment buys me a beer in Custer !!!! Let em fly.....
Lets see CJ - 1
BD - 2
..this is gonna work out just fine.
blowndodge
04-29-2009, 11:25 AM
Melonist Maximus Gigantium.... http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
Melonist Maximus Gigantium.... http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
<marquee>3 beers</marquee>
blowndodge
04-29-2009, 01:42 PM
Uglomopotamus????? http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
Uglomopotamus????? http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
<marquee><marquee>4</marquee></marquee>
blowndodge
04-29-2009, 03:23 PM
Minus the case of beer you owe me for all the insults prior.
<marquee>Todd owes BD</marquee><marquee>20</marquee>
Minus the case of beer you owe me for all the insults prior.
<marquee>Todd owes BD</marquee><marquee>20</marquee>
no fair, now you're gonna make me think up another excuse to get you to buy me beer http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif ::) ::) ::) ::) ::) ::)
blowndodge
04-29-2009, 05:02 PM
It'll probably work too! http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
cactusjack
04-29-2009, 05:50 PM
a little under 6'4" Scott........they pile it high here in NC. http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif
Yeah, that's just one of the many reasons why I like this place/forum...always hated going to buy a helmet...the old rule was you wear it around the store for a 1/2 hour to see how it feels......but after all the advice from you guys, I walked in and said give me the 2xl and "them there huggies" (just checking to see if there are any Raising Arizona fans here).
You guys were all spot on with your advice...hope my experience will help out someone else wondering if they should get one.
oh, and shut up BD you melonhead :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
What did you do, buy the "conehead" model EXO-100? Mepps, mepps...time to consume mass quantities of blackened mammal flesh.
thats 2 for you Scott http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif
http://img293.imageshack.us/img293/2212/coneheads23mz.jpg
blowndodge
04-29-2009, 07:44 PM
<marquee>Todd's so happy with his new helmet he's singing opera!!</marquee>
<marquee>http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb210/blowndodge/toddlips.jpg</marquee>
Blue Rebel
04-29-2009, 08:59 PM
I like the Half Lid, its cooler in the summer time http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif
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reaper
04-29-2009, 09:35 PM
Interesting subject to me! I wear both full and half.
But which do you put on first, the half helmet with the full face over it? or the full face with the half sitting on top? http://s2.images.proboards.com/shocked.gif
cactusjack
04-29-2009, 10:33 PM
thats 2 for you Scott http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif
http://img293.imageshack.us/img293/2212/coneheads23mz.jpg
Whatever you say, Beldar.
rlfaubion
04-30-2009, 12:33 AM
I thought the pictures were well, you know how pretty can you get in a helmet as an average type person, unless you're Danica whats'r name. God I'd love to scramble through that fire suit one night on a lonely desert road, under a moon with 18-wheelers whizzing by at 80MPH. Soorrry guys, I digress....
Toddddd you lQQk marvelous!!! I mean it baby..........
schoeney
04-30-2009, 06:44 AM
You are right Todd....black is slimming!
thats 2 for you Scott http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif
http://img293.imageshack.us/img293/2212/coneheads23mz.jpg
Whatever you say, Beldar.
UN-ACK-CEPTIBLE, UN-AAAACK-CEPTIBLE http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
BD, Nice work!
You guys are crackin' me up this morning!!
blowndodge
04-30-2009, 08:21 AM
whaddya talkin' bout??? http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif
MikeInFla
04-30-2009, 08:35 AM
I'm looking at the EXO-100 half helmet in the pictures and I was wondering, Do you think I could mount my Scala Q2 headset to them?
My current half helmet has no place for the speakers but this design looks like it might work?
Mike.
It has a zip out section that already has pockets for speakers....it is zipped out of my pictures...but if you wanna put that in, it has a spot for the speakers Mike.
cactusjack
04-30-2009, 11:34 AM
Yup. I have speakers in my EXO-100.
tazfl
04-30-2009, 08:20 PM
you guys should be salesman. After reading all of your comments about this helmet I just had to try one on today while I was at Open road leathers here in Jacksonville. Both the wife and I thought they were very comfortable and told the owner Lance that we would be back in a week or two to buy two of them.
I really like the pop down visor, thats pretty slick. Honestly I don't normally wear a helmet except in the winter or when I travel out of Florida (which doesn't happen much). However, I'm hoping to make it to sturgis this year and this helmet would be nice to have.
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