Carbon Fiber Helmet

diveboatcaptain · 08-27-2009, 08:03 AM

I am looking at HJC's AC3 carbon fiber 3/4 open face helmet. Currently wear a Fulmer 655. Having some neck problems and wanting a lighter helmet. The carbon fiber weighs 2.6 lbs. vs. 3.2 for regular fiberglass. Doesn't seem like a lot of difference is weight. Anybody have an AC3 or any other open face carbon fiber? Also thought about just taking the shield off the Fulmer to avoid shake and wear goggles.

nomad561 · 08-27-2009, 10:21 AM

I am looking at this one from Daytona helmets
http://www.daytonahelmets.com/home/d...bon_fiber.html

**Top Cat** · 08-27-2009, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Wandering Nomad "Darksider"

I am looking at this one from Daytona helmets
http://www.daytonahelmets.com/home/d...bon_fiber.html

You going to start playing polo ???

dogdoc · 08-27-2009, 12:16 PM

try www.carbonfiberhelmets.com thye are true carbon fiber helmets not just the look. :-)

diveboatcaptain · 08-27-2009, 12:42 PM

Thanks Doc, I called them and their helmets weigh 24 ozs. Pretty amazing. I wish they made a 3/4. Then again, most of the guys I ride with here in FL. wear half helmets due to the heat.

dkdixie · 08-27-2009, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by diveboatcaptain

Thanks Doc, I called them and their helmets weigh 24 ozs. Pretty amazing. I wish they made a 3/4. Then again, most of the guys I ride with here in FL. wear half helmets due to the heat.

Ive been using their DOT for over 3 years and absolutely love it. So light you forget its on. Expensive but worth every penny!!

nomad561 · 08-27-2009, 01:39 PM

Cool helmets. Thanks Doc

dogdoc · 08-27-2009, 02:14 PM

I just wished they had one with a shorty visor. I like the visor to block sun from the top. that tropper helmet looks rad huh?? Welcome.

landman · 08-27-2009, 03:57 PM

i have both the ac-3 and the ac-12 full face carbon helmets.the light wieght is nice and they look great.you should be aware
though that both these models have been discontinued and are
replaced by new model carbons.be sure you get a substantial
discount off retail on the ac-3.

dkdixie · 08-27-2009, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Doc (Lonewolf)

I just wished they had one with a shorty visor. I like the visor to block sun from the top. that tropper helmet looks rad huh?? Welcome.

Doc, they will install standard 3 snap visor. Lots of options for 3 snap visors available.

dogdoc · 08-27-2009, 04:35 PM

Didn't see that on their web site. Thx DK.

**Top Cat** · 08-27-2009, 08:38 PM

If you guys are going to wear helmets like that why bother at all.
Sorry, just my opinion. Sometimes I can't help myself

**glwilson** · 08-27-2009, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Doc (Lonewolf)

try www.carbonfiberhelmets.com thye are true carbon fiber helmets not just the look. :-)

Thanks Doc. I have been looking somewhat for that type of helmet. I have neck problems and the light-weight of these may help me out.

As mentioned... they do make a visor option -- only a couple extra dollars.

TC: I hear you; but these still provide some additional protection; and if you get their DOT helmet you are covered up to those standards.

08-27-2009, 08:03 AM	#1
diveboatcaptain Jr. Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Panama City Beach Florida Posts: 49	Carbon Fiber Helmet I am looking at HJC's AC3 carbon fiber 3/4 open face helmet. Currently wear a Fulmer 655. Having some neck problems and wanting a lighter helmet. The carbon fiber weighs 2.6 lbs. vs. 3.2 for regular fiberglass. Doesn't seem like a lot of difference is weight. Anybody have an AC3 or any other open face carbon fiber? Also thought about just taking the shield off the Fulmer to avoid shake and wear goggles. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-27-2009, 10:21 AM	#2
nomad561 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pasco , Wa Posts: 1,445	Carbon Fiber Helmet I am looking at this one from Daytona helmets http://www.daytonahelmets.com/home/d...bon_fiber.html
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dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	Carbon Fiber Helmet try www.carbonfiberhelmets.com thye are true carbon fiber helmets not just the look. :-)
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08-27-2009, 12:42 PM	#5
diveboatcaptain Jr. Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Panama City Beach Florida Posts: 49	Carbon Fiber Helmet Thanks Doc, I called them and their helmets weigh 24 ozs. Pretty amazing. I wish they made a 3/4. Then again, most of the guys I ride with here in FL. wear half helmets due to the heat. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-27-2009, 01:39 PM	#7
nomad561 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pasco , Wa Posts: 1,445	Carbon Fiber Helmet Cool helmets. Thanks Doc
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08-27-2009, 02:14 PM	#8
dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	Carbon Fiber Helmet I just wished they had one with a shorty visor. I like the visor to block sun from the top. that tropper helmet looks rad huh?? Welcome.
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08-27-2009, 03:57 PM	#9
landman Sr. Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: wheatland,wy. Posts: 3,642	Carbon Fiber Helmet i have both the ac-3 and the ac-12 full face carbon helmets.the light wieght is nice and they look great.you should be aware though that both these models have been discontinued and are replaced by new model carbons.be sure you get a substantial discount off retail on the ac-3. __________________ bob wittman VBA # 745 COG #11621 wheatland,wy. rallies-custer 09,kalispell 10,crescent city 11,kanab 12,estes park 13,orifino 14.,red lodge 16 2015 ninja 1000 abs 2014 concourse 14 2012 concourse 14-sold 2011 vaquero-sold 2008 nomad-sold 2005 classic-sold
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08-27-2009, 04:35 PM	#11
dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	Carbon Fiber Helmet Didn't see that on their web site. Thx DK.
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08-27-2009, 08:38 PM	#12
Top Cat Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of New York State Posts: 15,154	Carbon Fiber Helmet If you guys are going to wear helmets like that why bother at all. Sorry, just my opinion. Sometimes I can't help myself __________________ Tim "TC" Conley VBA #9 2011 Victory Kingpin mine 2013 Victory Boardwalk -hers [LEFT][COLOR=#000000] [SIZE=4]
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