KBC VR-1 BLACK CHROME HELMET

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Whats does everyone think about the new KBC VR-1 BLACK CHROME helmet.  I am thinking about buying one.  Looks real tight!  Like a dummy I purchase a hbj cl-14 and it hurts my jaws after i went riding in it.  Thank God the dealer said I can bring it back for a refund.



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Not bad. I wonder how hard it is to keep looking good. I bet it scratches just by breathing on it. Not sure if I like the shape. I would have to try one on.
 
Its not that new ... I got one as a birthday gift last summer. I've only worn it once and it is quiet and snug and of course it looks good. Unfortunately, I'm a Shoei man, so the KBC sits on the closet shelf. The price is good ... I say go for it.
 
I have a VR1 for a couple years now & for the price, it's an excellent helmet. Shoei & Arai are better.
 
It is pretty sweet but i have to agree with NE i woudnt give up my flip up either .
 
Good looking helmet...But like NE I'm a flip up kind of guy...
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Maybe you could buy sageronin's?  It's only been worn once.. collecting dust......



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Hey ... good point !! ... size XL , like new condition, plus two extra shields, dark smoke, and mirror ... let me know.
 
..like the shape, but I tried the X-11 once and it fits like a glove - plus it has to be very quiet (..don't have it yet, should be in sometime soon..
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Arai Quantum I had - very nice fit, louzy with noise and EXTREMELY expensive spares! ..I 'm done with that brand..

AGV I have now - nice, cheap, great looks - but noisy and NOT a touring helmet..
 
I have been an HJC man (CL-12), but am planning on making the switch to Shoei. The all black helmet does look tough to keep clean. Want to get an RF900 for color and comfort though I have heard some good things about the RF1000.
 
RF-1000 is XR-1000 in Europe.. I have tried it, is really nice.. ..originally this was my choice, but X-11 (X-Spirit in Europe..) is much better, and "feels" like a more upgraded element of safety.. (sic..) ..also, X-11 is comfier..


Check Oneida - they have the RF-1000 Suzuki OEM painted with Busa colours and Kanji! It is THE WORKS!!..
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With helmets, you get what you pay for. I've tried this helmet on, btw. I did extensive helmet tryouts and research when I bought mine. It will probably be fine if you buy it. But, it will not fit like an Arai which has various head shapes and customizable padding sizes so that your head fits snug without being too snug. Free space in a helmet means your head bounces around in a crash which is not good. Also, you vision could become impared when you look over your shoulder or up from a tuck because the helmet will slide around your head a bit. The interior foam quality will have a lot to do with how many months or years the helmet will fit good. The cheaper helmets have foam that loses it's thickness after a much shorter time than an Arai or a Shoei. An Arai or Shoei will have better venting to keep your face and head cooler. And, the Arai and Shoei will be lighter. If you decide on an Arai, it's still going to take you some time trying on the different models/sizes to see which is the right one for you. But, a well fitting Arai is the only one which is almost like wearing no helmet because of the good vision (because the helmet stays put) and the light weight, and the venting. A Shoei could be the right helmet for you but it's more of a hit or miss thing as there are fewer sizing options. So, with the helmet your looking at, it's probably ok. But, it won't have some of the niceties of the better helmets.
 
Sage I would luv to buy yours but I need a xxl. I tried on a KBC XL and it was too tight. My HJC is a XL and it fits fine just hurts my jaws when riding. I guess KBC runs small. I will try one on again today to make sure. Meltdown where is a good place to buy jackets in Jacksonville? I am here visiting right now.
 
Wish I knew the sizing chart for HJC. I was considering the black chrome as a third helmet also. I'm just like Sage and some others, I currently own two Shoei's and they are great. I wear a Large in the Shoei, so if the XL in the HJC will fit, then I'd be glad to take it off your hands Sage. PM me with a price and a few details.


Brian
 
Wish I knew the sizing chart for HJC. I was considering the black chrome as a third helmet also. I'm just like Sage and some others, I currently own two Shoei's and they are great. I wear a Large in the Shoei, so if the XL in the HJC will fit, then I'd be glad to take it off your hands Sage. PM me with a price and a few details.


Brian
 
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