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[Chef]

I think there's a lot of truth in what Glynn says

My question - is the sharp test the best measure of helmet safety?

I've got a top of the range Arai - frankly don't know what to do - but may switch to AGV if the Arai rating doesn't improve by the time I'm buying my next one....

I don't think we can ignore the test until it's been discreditted........

Anyone know if it has...or not

[Ray]

Its worth having a look round the sharp site.

http://sharp.direct.gov.uk/faqs/

They was an article in the comic last year about the testing and the intial batch of result. A few manufacturers/importers moaned about the testing, not surprisingly if their stuff had performed poorly.

One of the bits I like is that the lids are bought from retailers. Avoids specially prepped test special lids.

Ray.

[Chef]

My instinct (based on no facts or evidence what so ever.....) is that the test is probably pretty good

& as Glyn said - they've been working the old tests and have been caught with their pants down....

Could be good as they'll have to raise their game - or start working the new test...or am I being cynical...

[Nattyboy]

Ive always had Arai (also had a trip to intensive care in a helicopter and my Arai did a sterling job of protecting what little sense ive got stored in my swede!!).

However..after seeing a rossi AGV Ti Tech paint scheme that I fell in love with, took the plunge and bought one for the track.

Opinions ?

Better quality/ finish than my RX7 (which incidentally has slowly been losing its vents and the chin guards been replaced twice!)

Not quite as comfy (although I've only had one good season of track days in it so maybe it needs to mould to my head a bit more).

Noise no different.

Way cheaper !

[007]

I have worn X-Lite lid's for some years, based on their Sharp rating. I have found them to be well made, light, quiet and afford an excellent fit.