Comparo- Bell Star to Shoei and Arai
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The new Bell Star fits me perfectly. I've got both an Arai RX-7 and a Vector.
The Bell is a REALLY nice helmet. Venting works much better than the Arais. Visor operates smoother. Paint quality is excellent. I can't say anything bad about it.
The Bell is a REALLY nice helmet. Venting works much better than the Arais. Visor operates smoother. Paint quality is excellent. I can't say anything bad about it.
Medium Arai RX-7 was my first helmet. Then went to a Shoei RF-1000 and X-11.
Picked up a 2008 Bell (large, when the sizing was off, this would be a medium in the 2010 models).
Personal preference of course, but I cannot stand the Bell. It feels like it exposes my chin. The pads touch a lot less of my face. More air flow, but what I consider too much from underneath. Very noisy for me. The anti-fog shield does nothing but fog within 100 feet of my garage in SoCal.
Mfg quality seems high, comes with a nice bag...just not for me.
Picked up a 2008 Bell (large, when the sizing was off, this would be a medium in the 2010 models).
Personal preference of course, but I cannot stand the Bell. It feels like it exposes my chin. The pads touch a lot less of my face. More air flow, but what I consider too much from underneath. Very noisy for me. The anti-fog shield does nothing but fog within 100 feet of my garage in SoCal.
Mfg quality seems high, comes with a nice bag...just not for me.
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I saw the end of season deals for the Bell and was interested too. I have an Arai, but I feel like the front of the helmet is too close to my face..I know it sounds weird, but I can stick my tounge out and touch the front of the helmet. I feel like I am going to get jacked up if I do crash. Is the bell "longer" ?
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I'll bet that makes you a hit with the ladies!!! :notworthy :rockon :notworthy :rockon :notworthy :rockon
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I had a Shoei and a Suomy prior to buying my Bell Star. I love this helmet. It vents so well that a breeze will flow through the helmet when sitting still. I have had zero fogging problems with mine in all types of weather, and the quality is top notch. The cheek pads fit me well, and the visor adjustment/ lock is a nice touch. The helmet bag is a cool freebie too, and great quality too.
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