Recommend me a helmet under £600

[karl922]

Hi guys,

I have a battered old Arai chaser doohan replica that I need to replace. I've just bought a new to me, RSV4 in white and I'm looking for new lids.

I'm considering the new Arai RX7v helmet, found a deal for £599 including iridium visor (Guigliano) replica.

What I'm after is something a bit bright and lairy, a link to either Italy or Aprilia is always a nice touch.

Anybody got any recommendations?

Thanks

[karl922]

That's the RX7.

[karl922]

Obligatory photo of the new girl.

[karl922]

I'll look into the shoei then, any reason why? I like a pretty light helmet too.

[karl922]

Sorry for the late reply, to answer the £600 question. Well I wouldn't normally spend that much on a helmet, £300 tops maybe. But it's my birthday next week and the only thing I really need is a helmet so may aswell put all the money towards a shiny helmet.

Plus the only one I've liked a lot upto yet was that Arai. I just wanted to make sure I've considered all my options so I don't make a mistake.

The trouble with helmets is the fact most shops don't stock those high end helmets. But I'm going to try and find the X-lite carbon and the shoei spirit 3 to compare fit etc.

Some good suggestions so I really appreciate it. I'd be happy to spend £300 if the helmet floats my boat.

[karl922]

Been to a couple of big bike shops and nobody stock the X-lite or shoei. Loads of NXR models but I'm not a fan. Do I risk buying a £600 helmet online...