|
|
04-03-2012, 07:17 PM | #1 |
-
11815
Rep 23,187
Posts |
Helmet choices
Looking for a new helmet. Mine doesnt meet BMWCCA regulations. I have a sunroof and head room is an issue. Saw other thread recommended HJC ar-10. Any others that are dont sit too high that anyone would recommend?
__________________
02 Tiag e46 M3|6MT|GC plates|MCS c.o.|GC bars|GC race control arms|GC bushings|BW eng. & tran. mounts|subframe kit|BW race shifter|BW Jaffster|Euro header|BW exhaust|K&N c.a.i.|Epic race tune|Rouge pulleys|Seibon CF hood|CSL bumper|apr gt 250 & splitter|ST-40|XR-2|SS lines|half cage|Recaro profi|Profi 2 harness|BMWpedals|BW studs| |
04-03-2012, 10:24 PM | #3 |
-
11815
Rep 23,187
Posts |
no thanks the first one i looked at was 5500$
__________________
02 Tiag e46 M3|6MT|GC plates|MCS c.o.|GC bars|GC race control arms|GC bushings|BW eng. & tran. mounts|subframe kit|BW race shifter|BW Jaffster|Euro header|BW exhaust|K&N c.a.i.|Epic race tune|Rouge pulleys|Seibon CF hood|CSL bumper|apr gt 250 & splitter|ST-40|XR-2|SS lines|half cage|Recaro profi|Profi 2 harness|BMWpedals|BW studs| |
Appreciate
0
|
04-03-2012, 11:55 PM | #5 |
-
11815
Rep 23,187
Posts |
yeah no shit id rather have a set of MCS coilovers. not much going on in my head anyway.
__________________
02 Tiag e46 M3|6MT|GC plates|MCS c.o.|GC bars|GC race control arms|GC bushings|BW eng. & tran. mounts|subframe kit|BW race shifter|BW Jaffster|Euro header|BW exhaust|K&N c.a.i.|Epic race tune|Rouge pulleys|Seibon CF hood|CSL bumper|apr gt 250 & splitter|ST-40|XR-2|SS lines|half cage|Recaro profi|Profi 2 harness|BMWpedals|BW studs| |
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 12:03 AM | #6 |
Major General
1567
Rep 8,074
Posts
Drives: 11 E90 M3 Individual
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Houston, TX
|
lol...at least you have your priorities straight.
__________________
2018 F30 320iX Melbourne Red
2011 E90 M3 Monte Carlo Blue 2004 E46 M3 Imola Red 2000 E36/7 Z3 Steel Blue |
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 12:06 AM | #7 |
Havin' a blast!
123
Rep 4,847
Posts |
__________________
BRP 1:56 | CVR 2:01 | ACS 1:53 | WSIR 1:34
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 12:07 AM | #8 |
Captain
80
Rep 961
Posts |
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 12:10 AM | #9 |
-
11815
Rep 23,187
Posts |
i usually just duck tape a tupperware bowl on my head but they caught me last time out.
__________________
02 Tiag e46 M3|6MT|GC plates|MCS c.o.|GC bars|GC race control arms|GC bushings|BW eng. & tran. mounts|subframe kit|BW race shifter|BW Jaffster|Euro header|BW exhaust|K&N c.a.i.|Epic race tune|Rouge pulleys|Seibon CF hood|CSL bumper|apr gt 250 & splitter|ST-40|XR-2|SS lines|half cage|Recaro profi|Profi 2 harness|BMWpedals|BW studs| |
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 07:54 AM | #10 |
Brigadier General
169
Rep 3,830
Posts |
Thats for the full carbon helmets, they also make ones with composite materials that run from $800-$1200.
__________________
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 08:33 AM | #11 |
Captain
30
Rep 915
Posts |
Well, you break your arm or leg, it usually heels okay. Break your noggin, well you tell me. I know a person who was injured at VIR three years ago, and he is still not completely right. I bet you do not get a discount tire to track with your high dollar BMW. Just a thought.
vz
__________________
Previous Track Toy |
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 08:46 AM | #12 |
Lieutenant Colonel
102
Rep 1,787
Posts |
I have always used OMP and have had nothing but success. I have tested out three of them in accidents too
Something simple like the lining coming off or paint chipping and OMP has always sent me a brand new helmet. -Martin |
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 08:51 AM | #13 |
-
11815
Rep 23,187
Posts |
I ended up ordering the HJC ar-10. It was fairly cheaply priced, offered the low profile I was looking for, could be here in time, has HANS device compatability. Thanks for your input.
__________________
02 Tiag e46 M3|6MT|GC plates|MCS c.o.|GC bars|GC race control arms|GC bushings|BW eng. & tran. mounts|subframe kit|BW race shifter|BW Jaffster|Euro header|BW exhaust|K&N c.a.i.|Epic race tune|Rouge pulleys|Seibon CF hood|CSL bumper|apr gt 250 & splitter|ST-40|XR-2|SS lines|half cage|Recaro profi|Profi 2 harness|BMWpedals|BW studs| |
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 08:54 AM | #14 |
Major
59
Rep 1,250
Posts |
I wear a Simpson Bandit, primarily because it looks cool (re: Stig), but the most comfortable helmet I've tried on was a Sparco. The Sparco also comes with Hans anchors. If I was buying another helmet today I'd buy either the Sparco or a Bell, for the increased visibility. None of these are over $600-700 I don't think.
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 09:50 AM | #15 |
Captain
36
Rep 927
Posts |
Chris- no where local to try one on? This is the best way to buy a helmet...both for your car and head.
__________________
Craig Brickner
Click to Join: BMWCCA # 366493 |
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 10:30 AM | #16 | |
Brigadier General
125
Rep 4,971
Posts |
Quote:
Try as many helmets on as possible to find one that fits you best. I have a sunroof and am 6'2" and have not had an issue in my car with a few different helmets - Simpson, HJC, Bell and Stilo. My current HJC Si12 works for me. Being an instructor I get in an out of a bunch of different cars without issue. |
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 01:49 PM | #17 |
Havin' a blast!
123
Rep 4,847
Posts |
Cool, that's what I'm using.
__________________
BRP 1:56 | CVR 2:01 | ACS 1:53 | WSIR 1:34
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 09:10 PM | #20 |
First Lieutenant
22
Rep 351
Posts |
I think you made a good decision. I've been using an HJC AR10 for years and love it. I'm 5'9" and have an E90 with a sunroof and have no issues. Its a fairly light weight and good value helmet. I dont know of any accidents where the outcome would have been different had the driver spent more money on a helmet....
|
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 09:41 PM | #21 |
-
11815
Rep 23,187
Posts |
my current helmet is also a hjc not sure what model so was fairly confident the fit would be okay. im hoping it has just a slightly lower profile so i fit a little better. when i get in the car now i touch and just slightly recline my seat for more room, but i tend to get shorter as i drive i think because at speed i never even notice the head room.
__________________
02 Tiag e46 M3|6MT|GC plates|MCS c.o.|GC bars|GC race control arms|GC bushings|BW eng. & tran. mounts|subframe kit|BW race shifter|BW Jaffster|Euro header|BW exhaust|K&N c.a.i.|Epic race tune|Rouge pulleys|Seibon CF hood|CSL bumper|apr gt 250 & splitter|ST-40|XR-2|SS lines|half cage|Recaro profi|Profi 2 harness|BMWpedals|BW studs| |
Appreciate
0
|
04-04-2012, 10:44 PM | #22 | |
-
11815
Rep 23,187
Posts |
Quote:
__________________
02 Tiag e46 M3|6MT|GC plates|MCS c.o.|GC bars|GC race control arms|GC bushings|BW eng. & tran. mounts|subframe kit|BW race shifter|BW Jaffster|Euro header|BW exhaust|K&N c.a.i.|Epic race tune|Rouge pulleys|Seibon CF hood|CSL bumper|apr gt 250 & splitter|ST-40|XR-2|SS lines|half cage|Recaro profi|Profi 2 harness|BMWpedals|BW studs| |
|
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
Thread Tools | Search this Thread |
|
|