SO the other day I saw this helmet...
http://www.joerocket.com/catalog/index.cfm/250/413/Helmets/RKT-Hybrid
A Joe Rocket Dual Sport, for sale... just wondering if any of you guys have had experience with this particular helmet, or any Joe Rocket helmet for that matter...

And another question... does anyone know of a DS Helmet that has those integrated flip down sun glasses thingies?

Joe Rocket helmets are made by HJC, but that particular model is not sold under the HJC brand in the US. I tried it at a local dealer - the helmet was typical HJC (which is to say well made, nice materials and finish) but I thought the visor sucked. It had a lot of distortion, which after looking at the curvature they gave it, seems pretty obvious it would be a problem. I wouldn't buy online without trying it on first to see if you see as much distortion as I did.

Gustavo

Looks kind of long, it may whip your head around if you look at something side-ways at speed. Plus with that fixed visor I would think it would catch the wind as well. Cool helmet though, just doesn't seem practical.

Looks kind of long, it may whip your head around if you look at something side-ways at speed. Plus with that fixed visor I would think it would catch the wind as well. Cool helmet though, just doesn't seem practical.

They claim it is an Anti-Lift Visor ........maybe at legal speed , not sure about pushing limits ??? Also you can remove the visor as well , but then it looks like the dogs breakfast :thumbdown:

Joe Rocket helmets are made by HJC, but that particular model is not sold under the HJC brand in the US. I tried it at a local dealer - the helmet was typical HJC (which is to say well made, nice materials and finish) but I thought the visor sucked. It had a lot of distortion, which after looking at the curvature they gave it, seems pretty obvious it would be a problem. I wouldn't buy online without trying it on first to see if you see as much distortion as I did.

Gustavo

Thanks Gustavo, that was what I was kinda worried about. Visor distortion is not something I really want to put up with.

So any of you guys have opinions on some good DS helmets then? I know the Hornet is probably pretty awesome but I'm trying to spend a little less than that if possible, while still having the DOT sticker.

http://hotimg23.fotki.com/a/209_196/226_80/zeus2100B.jpg (http://hotimg23.fotki.com/p/a/209_196/226_80/zeus2100B.jpg)http://hotimg23.fotki.com/a/209_196/226_80/zeusyamahablue.jpg (http://hotimg23.fotki.com/p/a/209_196/226_80/zeusyamahablue.jpg)

The Zeus ZS-2100B got great reviews, and is well liked for its quality, quietness, and its visor. DOT and ECE 22.05 approved.

http://hotimg25.fotki.com/a/209_196/226_80/zeus.jpg (http://hotimg25.fotki.com/p/a/209_196/226_80/zeus.jpg)

http://zeus-en.ponet.com.tw/ponet/front/bin/ptlist.phtml?Category=111361
http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/zeus-helmet/zeus-zs-2100-b/
http://www.klrworld.com/forums/index.php?topic=13245.0
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=369063
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=430559

Zeus helmets are just starting to be available in US. Fins Pro in California now carries it and have already shipped to many in USA. They can be reached at: carriessupport@finspro.com

"We are FINS PRO, a web-store & distributor in California, US, which will be opened soon by the middle of 2009. We are carrying full lines of ZEUS products.

Currently, we are accepting orders through email; invoices will be issued through Paypal while we are still working on the website. All items are in stock, and will be shipped immediately.

For your reference, the flat rate shipping costs $17.90 per helmet, or $28.90 for two; anywhere in lower 48 states. CA sale tax will apply in California. No additional shipping cost if optional visor shields or some accessories added together with the order.

Please contact us for any further inquiry.

Elvis Mak
Staffs, Fins Pro, Zeus

ZS-2100B & the spare parts are shown below:

Available solid glossy colors & sizes in stock:
-Black: size L
-Metallic black: size S
-Titanium: size XS, S, M, L, 2XL
-Silver: size XS, S, M, L, 2XL
-Red: size XS
$83.99 ea, plus CA sale tax in state

Available solid matt colors & sizes in stock:
-Black: size XL
-Silver: size M
-Yamaha blue: size 2XL
$84.99 ea, plus CA sale tax in state

Available glossy graphics & sizes in stock:
-E9 black/red: size S
-E9 Titanium/Grey: size XL
$88.99 ea, plus CA sale tax in state

Available Matt graphics & sizes in stock:
-E9 black/white: size M
$89.99 ea, plus CA sale tax in state

Available accessories in stock:

-Iridium rainbow visor
-Optional clear snow visor
$17.99 to $19.99 ea, plus CA sale tax in state

-Cheek pads
$7.99 ea, plus CA sale tax in state

-Liners
$11.99 ea, plus CA sale tax in state

-Chin vent + internal encloser
$6.99 ea, plus CA sale tax in state

-Breath mask
$3.99 ea, plus CA sale tax in state."