Had that problem with the AGV TiTech but pushing the helmet up a bit helped... no issues whatsoever on the Shark. AGV is supposed to have the best field of view of them all on the new Pista but I've never tried one.
The Shark I wore at StG was great for visibility when tucked in. My Shoei is shit but it's old and moves around too much so it was never going to be ideal. I literally have to adjust it on the straight. I'm going to pick up a Shark Carbon R (?) for my next helmet I reckon.
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If the same one I want, it's called Shark Race R Pro Carbon (good luck remembering that... hahaha)
Those of us that are White group riderz have the time whilst pottering around to actually read the corner signs to learn the correct names.Originally Posted by senator8
Ok, you can call them anything you like while learning, if it helps
I've never spoken with any of the fast riders who call T9 & T12 anything other than what they are. Just sayin
SMSP should to spray paint the numberz in the tarmac.
what corner signs??
Life's too Short- YOLO!
You look all tucked in in your avatar!
Have had 3 AGV's (all top of the line) which restrict visibility while tucked or turning tight and low. On the south circuit it drove me insane.
Got the Bells now, visibility is massively improved in this area, in fact I have not had to lift my helmet since.
They put them out for white group
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That's the one. I hope they make it in plain white I want to put my own design on it.
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See ... that's what I would expect from a Red group rider ...
What size do you wear?
Interesting re the AGV's ...
I've got the Bell RS-1 that "I won / paid for in installments" and whilst I love the feel of the fit of helmet it drives me nuts on the track and getting tucked in ... the Reevu is way better ... but I still can't really see as well as I'd like ... I'm hoping the race ones are designed for a better view when tucked in ... or tight corners. I'll have to try the Shark Race R Pro Carbon on in store to see if the field of view is an improvement.
Yeah the Avatar is a new riding style I'm working on ... the idea is to head butt the rider next to you on the inside of the turn ... less tuck and more "oh fuc"!
What model / year, so I can include it in the ones I try on?
Helmets are a very personal thing, you really need to try them all... decide on a budget and then go shopping. I'm a massive fan of Shark helmets but that's because they fit me awesome, have an amazingly clear visor regardless of the color your pick and, to me, they have by far the best cost/benefit ratio out there.
Unlike Chubb and many many others, I'm not a fan of the Arai. Tried a few and even did a session in one (Corsair V) but in the end they cost a lot more without actually offering anything extra and to me that's a big 'no no'.
I like the fit of the Shoei as well but hate the fact that their visors don't come treated with anti fog... they're a bit on the thin side too when compared to the Shark.
The quality of the AGV is not bad, especially the paint job, but I'm not game to pay what they're asking for the Pista GP. If they dropped the prices on the Corsa I'd consider it.
Last edited by Mr.Ed; 09-12-2013 at 06:04 PM.
See ... that's what I would expect from a Red group rider ...
The funny thing is I am serious
Life's too Short- YOLO!
Ditto.I've got the Bell RS-1 that "I won / paid for in installments"
Yeah the Avatar is a new riding style I'm working on ... the idea is to head butt the rider next to you on the inside of the turn ... less tuck and more "oh fuc"!
I jam my head into a small in all helmets I've tried on (except I'm a medium in my Fox V4), my theory is if I can fit my head in it and not pass out in 3 minutes then that's the correct fit for the track. A day or 2 on the track after the padding fags out a bit, they fit perfect.
I kept thinking you were about to lose it through T1 all last Sunday.
I'm a medium in the racer r pro carbon. Small in the standard racer r.
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The Shark I was wearing when I crashed was a Vision R. The shell cracked on impact so it (or, I) took a pretty heavy hit. Was going to say I walked away fine but obviously that's not true haha but I had no head or neck pains what so ever. I wouldn't hesitate to buy one.
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Try a smaller helmet, most people run them too big and it doesn't sit properly, my first one was an XL after getting fitted properly I am a S/M depending on brand
Arai vector 2 if you're on a budget and the corsair are just more exxy.
I tried the Bell carbon star and they're a great helmet too!!
I might just get a second lid.
Was I riding that bad? It felt a little bumpier than usual, I kept trying to find a smoother line than the last, the suspension was working hard. Looks like will be up for more wet weather practice this weekend. :(
True that. My Shoei is a L and O-L-D. Silly to be using it in the first place really.
Not bad, rear was stepping a little through the bumps and it looked like you were putting all your attention into getting your head as far away from the bike as possible.
Can't help the weather...........
Oh dammit... that's a really cheap one for sale atm, white and all. But it's a Race R Medium
Same. Then I did a track day at Oran Park and the helmet would barely stay on my head when I hit the straight! hahaha
Not sure who said it but buying it almost too tight on your face really is the way to go! As long as it's not tight on your forehead/back of the head, obviously.
Yeah midway through Sunday had a little "oh fuc" moment between T14/T15 when the rear stepped out and spat me out of seat. Came back in at end of session and found rear outside proper range (31psi v 28psi max recommended) ... dropped it 6 psi to lower end of correct range ... it felt way better connected afterwards, T1 included. I had checked pressures first two sessions and thought they had stabilised ... obviously not ... silly mistake.
I think I'll need to prioritise getting the suspension tweaked before St George, to better deal with the "new improved T1" "with extra large corrugations".
How cheap...
Mate, that's just the SBK Pro for yaYeah midway through Sunday had a little "oh fuc" moment between T14/T15 when the rear stepped out and spat me out of seat. Came back in at end of session and found rear outside proper range (31psi v 28psi max recommended) ... dropped it 6 psi to lower end of correct range ... it felt way better connected afterwards, T1 included. I had checked pressures first two sessions and thought they had stabilised ... obviously not ... silly mistake.
I think I'll need to prioritise getting the suspension tweaked before St George, to better deal with the "new improved T1" "with extra large corrugations".
When I had mine on I dropped it to about 24 as well before I had faith in it - and even then......
Ditch the pros.
Said countless people
The rears on them aren't as great as other tyres you can get out there.
The only thing between you and the Tarmac are those round black things.
How much is your bike worth to you again?? And would you like to keep repairing them all the time?
I got the Superbike's ... Not touching the Pro's.
Don't forget that damaging your body sucks big-time too.......
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Well... FMD! The one I was talking about was on gumtree last night for $250... gone now!
Oh, figured from the massively high recommendation it must have been Pros. My bad
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where?
Scratch that...
Last edited by Negrogrande; 16-12-2013 at 03:47 PM. Reason: should have read the entire thread
Have a look at bikebiz online, mate! No idea what size you wear but they have the race R for $299 in some size/models and the race r pro for $499...
Found this as well!
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/MOTORBIKE...f4e928a&_uhb=1
Last edited by Mr.Ed; 16-12-2013 at 05:19 PM.
I bought the bikebiz one but I crashed it in the road (taxi) I'll get another one eventually
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