import frm chaina , he dowan la. .

alot frm chaina.. even the well known eu brand.

but can check the helmet @ shop instead of buying frm ebay...

can you find a real serious warning frm any reputable helmet maker that says that helmet should be changed after 5years.
i mean a real serious warning/disclaimer.

what if rider only wear 2 times a month, compare to rider wears everyday.

their helmet starts deteriorating once placed on the head?
or out frm factory?
what about helmet tht was on display for over a year... ??

all these have not been really studied...?

Shoei: Helmet Replacement
Ultimately, the useful service life of a safety helmet is dependent on the intensity and frequency of its use. Helmet replacement is recommended even if only one of the under-mentioned points applies:
1. The helmet was subjected to an impact.
2. The comfort padding or the retention system has become loose due to heavy use or display signs of deterioration. Test: with the retention system fastened, the helmet turns to the side when you gently shake your head.
3. The EPS liner has come away from the helmet shell.
4. The EPS liner shows signs of wear and is beginning to break up, or if it has been exposed to heat or a solvent and has melted. There are indentations in the EPS liner and/or white scratches can be seen on surfaces with black paint.
5. Even if none of these is applied, we, SHOEI, recommend replacement in 5 years after it's first purchased at retail.
source: https://www.shoei-helmets.com/helmet-maintenance/

Arai: How do I know when my helmet is past its best?
Arai helmets are handmade to the highest possible standard, and although after many years the outside shell can look as good as new, it’s the EPS polystyrene liner that loses its ability to absorb impact over time.
Arai recommend replacing your helmet 7 years after date of manufacture and 5 years after date of purchase to maintain the maximum levels of protection.
The EPS liner is effectively the shock absorber of your helmet, absorbing the force of an impact onto the shell. This is done by the cells in the poly styrene being expanded (EPS = Expanded Polystyrene) and filled with air to absorb impacts. Over time, even when not in use, these liners lose their air pockets incrementally, after 7 years, dropping the shock absorbing ability of the liner below Arai’s safety standards. This is why we declare the helmet due for replacement so it can properly protect you against impacts.
source: https://support.whyarai.com/support/solutio...-past-its-best-

Caberg:
Is the production date visible on the helmet?
Researches have shown no evidence of degradation of the materials (used in the helmets manufacture) due to the mere effect of the times passing by. Nevertheless the exposure to the atmosphere agents (extreme hot and extreme cold), and the contacts with the vapors of the lubricants and gasoline normally used in the motor bikers environment may influence the molecular links of the materials used. Moreover, because of its own nature, the helmet often undergo to shocks of different amplitude that could limit its performances. For all these reasons and for the abuse to the comfort padding and for the technical evolution that make more modern and protective lids available, it is suggested to replace the helmet after 5 years of use. In case of intensive use this delay should be shortened accordingly. If a helmet supports a severe blow, even if there is no evidence of damage, it should be replaced.
source: https://www.caberg.it/en/faq/

not outer shell... the inner EPS liner. EPS itself is white. but they put a black paint over it as a "marker" to be able to identify damages to the liner. example, if the helmet gets an impact powerful enough to dent the EPS, you will see the dent via the white scratches/cracks in the paint.

ur liner removable? if u wanna make sure they are fine and concerned...use johnsons baby shampoo.. baby shampoo is somewhat recommended especially if ur liners are not removable.

for me... all my liners are removable.. and i just shove them in a laundry bag and into the coin laundry washing machine and dryer along with the rest of my laundry... use normal laundry detergent mixed with some dettol and no softener.

been doing it for years... they come out real nice n fluffy n feel really nice once installed back to the helmet

You bought online? Wonder if all HJC model size are same. I wearing CS15 XL, just fit. Abit scare to buy online, coz when come to LS2, I need to wear XXL...

That's why, risky buying online coz fitting is important.

you like this airflite?

havent lock down to any model yet. but tried HJC RPHA series, alot nicer than my current CS15 wei~

got this 'stunning bike online' @ fb selling this battle scar for 19xx, not sure if its pre- order.

full carbon ff caberg lsh offer 1399 not sure still valid this offer.

This is my full face... Caberg Drift EVO Carbon

1399 offer is with trade in old helmet... I traded in a cheapo xdot helmet

Love this helmet... Awesome stuff... Lightweight... Good aero.. Stable.. Comfortable...Decent noise levels.... And real good FOV...

had 2 michel open face for over 20years.
made by solidgold helmets which produce ltd index sgv apollo etc.
ltd index sgv too tight for my head, only michel feels comfy.
tht was in the mid 90s.

early 2k bought a SOL SO1, frm nks, tht time sol is marketed everywhere, brought in by winmaster (shark dist)
then they stopped dist SOL.

SOL quality, finishing, + features is good at tht time for the price. but d shape is still too oval..

michel retired i start to search for under rm100 helmet with removable inner with sirim sticker.
finally found one by KHI, helmet also have drop down visor. rm120 or less.

i like retro open face helmets, out of curiosity i wana find one tht has inner drop down visor, with 3tabs and also air vents.
no branded helmet produce tht, manage to find one made by SOL,discontinued model, but taobao seller still has it, ship over here, lucky din stop by kastam..

u should see it up close...

unfrortunately when i got mine.. gloss habis stock