Happy new year all

I am just in the process of replacing my lid. I had a shark flip front effort, and have HATED .gif" border="0" alt="" title="Blowup" smilieid="589" class="inlineimg" />it ever since i have been on the XT660X. I find really noisy at anything over 30mph, it lets LOTS of air in, even with the visor down and sealed, and is awful in the rain. Not great as i am on the XTX in all weather (bar ice) and staying warm is proving an issue.

So i am moving an endure style lid as i feel it goes with the bike better. I had a short list of the Airoh S4, Uvex Enduro and the HJC CL-XS (i have had HJC before and found them great. However, I was JUST about to buy the UVEX Enduro, when i saw a deal on the HJC CL-XS VAPOR for �40 !!!!!

http://www.ghostbikes.com/products/1...or-helmet.html

Does anyone own one of these or tried one and can give me pros/cons????

For �40 is it worth trying anyway????

Stu

Out of the lids listed the Airoh will get the top vote here. I've not tried it but many members have and were satisfied with it. Arai Tour X is my choice, but I'm sure others will see otherwise. Try them on first before making a decision whatever you get.

One last thing, motox lids let in lots of noise, so if you want ultimate comfort go for a full face jobbie. Oh, and another thing, the peaks can catch you off guard when travelling at speed. You'll find your neck muscles grown within a short time!!

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My internet is all but useless at work so cannot see the list.

I tried the Airoh S4 recently for my XTX and did not like it, lots on here will tell you its awesome so it really is personal preferance. I wanted a quiet lid so I opted for a full face HJC, �60 off Ebay, cannot recal the model (lid is at home today) but if its good enough for Ben Spies its good enough for me! (no mine isnt the replica) Its nice looking, light, warm and quiet, well worth it.

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very pleased with the Airoh S4 myself. Great value for money.
The Uvex has a bit more comfortable inner liner imho and is slightly more quiet, but over twice the price of the S4 last time I checked.

But as mentioned already a couple of times, you really need to try them on to check whether they fit nicely for you. The inner shapes of these helmets can vary widely.

hi, i use a MARUSHIN TOUR X, great in the city, but as soon as i go out of thr city or for some long-ish journeys, it's noisy and get a lot of draft . i have to use a balaclava underneath it. and in the winter or very cold days i use a fullface one - shoei xr1000. but hey, i think you get what you pay for. the MARUSHIN TOUR X was about �95, and i would not buy it again

decided to order the HJC CL-XS. ordered yesterday from ghostbikes.com, paid with paypal, arrived this morning. not a bad service.

I decided to order the Vapour, which is patterned as i have a mental block on black helmets..... i like to give the cage drivers every opportinity to see me.

I have had a HJC helmet before, so knew that their fit suited my bonce, but was sceptical about ordering the same size without trying. but it fits like a glove.

I was relieved to find it has the double D strap closure, and not the seat belt fixing alot of the reviews mentioned.

Initial thoughts, without a ride. Tactile wise, it feels of usual HJC quality. It does not have a plastic feel that some budget helmets can have. The peak seems sturdy enough (although i have no comparison). And the lining and foam are all of apparently good quality. The styling is enough for me, without looking bully boy, or mid life crisis....

I can see how other reviews would criticise the visor. It has a mechanism that is friction based and only had 3 positions. Open, half open, and closed. The actual visor appears "flimsy" compared to my shark and other HJC, it does not feel of major quality. The visor appears to fit and seal, but I will know more after a ride. Remember, this cost me �40..... a pair of goggles is an easy replacement if it proves to troublesome.

In the box - Helmet, bad for helmet, instruction book, and cover plates if i want to remove the visor.

So far so good. I'll post a review after i have ridden in it later..... ask questions if you want to know anything......






Stu

Hello Stu,

I cant resist the offer either - with a 14 days returns policy you cant complain. Order going in 2nite.

Thanks for the post.

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let me know what you think

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Have you had a chance to try yours on the road yet Stu?
Just received my helmet today and very pleased with the quality inside and out.
I also bought a pair of Thor goggles off ebay, so looking forward to trying out the helmet with and without the visor in place.

Helmet and goggles for less than �50 with a normal retail of around �160, how can you not be pleased?

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@ Fiddich

Yes, been riding in it for a few days. I must say I am very pleased with it. The overall quality is the same as the previous HJC lids i have had. The graphics are well presented with out any bubbles or orange peel effect. The fit is perfect for me, with what feels like good quality lining.

This is my first "peaked" helmet, so i can only compare it to my full face lids and a shark flip front. I find it quieter than i expected. It is warmer to than, which i was surprised at due to the large uncloseable vent in the front and the MX style of the lid. The peak is OK, seems sturdy enough fro the job intended. I first rode it on a loan unfared bike as mine was in for a service, and got real head whip from the peak catching at anything oer 50mph or in gusts. However, on the XTX with my touring screen, i've been at 70mph + with no ill effects.

it does fog easily, but the airflow at around 30 mph clear most of it.

My only gripes. The visor is not a perfect fit. I have had it in rain with no issues, but it would be nice to have a proper seal. However on the positive, this improves ventiliation and reduces the fog issue. Also, the visor does not clear from vision when fully open. I rarely ride like this, so again, not a major issue. the visor touches the peak when opened, which is causing a couple of marks out of my vision. Optically there is some distortion when half open, spooky at first but now i am aware of it less of an issue. closed there is no issue.

Not tried it unvisored yet

For �40 it is amazing value. Suits the bike to a tee, and very comfortable. And far better for me than some of the �300 i have tried.