maxweljames
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Just got my new Vemar CKQI. I've been in the market for a new open face/modular. My old AFX is on it's last leg, scratched, dropped, liner is getting pretty bad, etc.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/38/19367/ITEM/Vemar-CKQI-Helmet.aspx
I was planning on getting the HJC IS33, tried on, fit was ok but it just wasn't wowing me. The CKQI has some wow factor in spades. All the reviews agree it's a weird fit. I've been having trouble finding something I like as I'm trying on all brands anytime I pass a motorcycle shop. The IS33 was the best of the lot so far. So i figured I'd give Vemar a go, worst case is I eat the shipping cost to return it since nobody locally carries that brand.
Out of the box, on the head, it's a little tight across the top and my ears are getting folded down. Off and on a few times trying different entry angles so to speak and it's getting better. Some finger workings fix the ears but they are still pretty tight against my head, this is a problem since I wear glasses, need that gap. So some more on and offs and I decide it's a nice fit across the top and back, sides are still questionable. I put it on for about 30 minutes around the house and it's pretty nice. Out of the box I worried about it being too small, I think one size up and it would be just a tad too loose. So the executive decision is made, I'm keeping it. Overall shape is a good fit to my head.
I did a quick trip around the neighborhood on the NT wearing it to make sure I liked the visibility, it's awesome by the way with the giant bug eye shield. Internal sun visor could stand to be lowered about 1/4 of an inch but we'll see after using it more.
So now to work on those ear locations. Removable liner is nice, giving me access to the inside foam. The liner is what I would call on the thin side of standard, nothing fancy at all. That means the inside foam is right there against your head. Some quick marks with a pencil, a few slashes with a knife and my ears now have plenty of room with more foam still there for liner support. I've had the helmet on with my glasses for about 45 minutes and it's noticeably better than earlier. Tomorrow will be the true test, my daily commute of 22 miles, country roads, in town, and a short strip of I-95 at 75mph. Supposed to be about 52 deg. during my morning ride in so that should be a good temp to check for air leaks and turbulence at high speeds.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/38/19367/ITEM/Vemar-CKQI-Helmet.aspx
I was planning on getting the HJC IS33, tried on, fit was ok but it just wasn't wowing me. The CKQI has some wow factor in spades. All the reviews agree it's a weird fit. I've been having trouble finding something I like as I'm trying on all brands anytime I pass a motorcycle shop. The IS33 was the best of the lot so far. So i figured I'd give Vemar a go, worst case is I eat the shipping cost to return it since nobody locally carries that brand.
Out of the box, on the head, it's a little tight across the top and my ears are getting folded down. Off and on a few times trying different entry angles so to speak and it's getting better. Some finger workings fix the ears but they are still pretty tight against my head, this is a problem since I wear glasses, need that gap. So some more on and offs and I decide it's a nice fit across the top and back, sides are still questionable. I put it on for about 30 minutes around the house and it's pretty nice. Out of the box I worried about it being too small, I think one size up and it would be just a tad too loose. So the executive decision is made, I'm keeping it. Overall shape is a good fit to my head.
I did a quick trip around the neighborhood on the NT wearing it to make sure I liked the visibility, it's awesome by the way with the giant bug eye shield. Internal sun visor could stand to be lowered about 1/4 of an inch but we'll see after using it more.
So now to work on those ear locations. Removable liner is nice, giving me access to the inside foam. The liner is what I would call on the thin side of standard, nothing fancy at all. That means the inside foam is right there against your head. Some quick marks with a pencil, a few slashes with a knife and my ears now have plenty of room with more foam still there for liner support. I've had the helmet on with my glasses for about 45 minutes and it's noticeably better than earlier. Tomorrow will be the true test, my daily commute of 22 miles, country roads, in town, and a short strip of I-95 at 75mph. Supposed to be about 52 deg. during my morning ride in so that should be a good temp to check for air leaks and turbulence at high speeds.
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