Easily the best helmet I have ever owned
594965
I've tried many helmets, and this is easily the best helmet I have ever owned.

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12812
First and foremost, this is absolutely the best fitting helmet I have ever had!  It is also the lightest, even lighter than my half helmet.  I have an oval shaped head and most helmets are made rounder, so I generally have to order a smaller size so that it fits well on the sides of my head, but it is very tight in the front.  This helmet was true to size and fits an oval head perfectly!!  I wore it for the first time today and my neck does not feel strained under it's weight.  Has a great metal quick release and goggle strap on the back.  Amazing helmet!!
156874
Love this helmet! It was a little tight for the first couple days but it broke in quickly and now fits like a glove. It is twice as quiet as the other two helmets I've had. the speakers for my Bluetooth setup went in easily and sit far enough into the padding that I don't even notice they are there. The lift up motion of the face mask is smooth and locks securely and the internal shades work much better than I thought they would. The only part of that helmet i don't like is the chin strap, they could make a lot of people happy by offering a quick release or ratchet style chin strap but that is All in preference. All and all I love the helmet
2815202
Terrific Helmet!

This helmet fits me very well. I got a size medium. I didn't need to use any of the provided additional pads. Very snug all around but no pressure points. Unlike other reviewers I found the helmet to be very quiet. (Unless you lose one of the little plastic pin-lock plugs on the face-shield. Then it howls very loudly!) It is extremely light, and the field of view really is remarkable. When the shield is up, the helmet disappears. The padding is thorough but it also easily accommodates glasses or sunglasses. There is an easy to operate D-ring chin strap. It's the only helmet I have which I don't immediately want to tear off when I finish a ride. Very comfortable.

Those are the Pros.
They outweigh the Cons, which are:
The visor is NOT quick change. You must remove three screws and fit together two visor framing pieces on each side.  The vent opening and switches are made of a flimsy-feeling plastic. But they are easy to use, even with gloves.
Rode with it for a full day and it remained comfortable. Hard to say if the airflow will be adequate on very hot days, but so far so good. The colors are vibrant and well chosen, -the red matches my Thruxton - and the decals are fun, but the text on them is a little goofy.  All in all, beautiful shape and design and it fits great.

I usually purchase my motorcycle gear from another online store specifically for moto stuff, but Amazon's price was impossible to pass up.
1729632
i ride xc mtn bikes. this is the best breathing helmet i have ever had., and i have owned about 6 other helmets over the years. helmet is not heavy, the reason for only 4 stars is it runs a little bit on the larger size, even with the adjuster in the back fully engaged. great color too. try it!
2937030
I totally love my helmet and have used it at many different festivals and renaissance fairs. Its comfortable, easily adjustable, sits well on the head, not too heavy, looks fantastic, and makes one yell for blood and Valhalla. Highest recommendation for the price.
1122179
It took me a while to be able to find a helmet that could actually fit my head. I am a 7 1/2 baseball hat size, and it can get even bigger. I went to different local stores and after trying at least 15 different helmets I found this one but the price was 140 dlls. I looked for it on amazon and ta daa. The price was definitely better, so I went and ordered from . I can only say I really love this helmet. It fits really nice around my head and the straps are really comfortable too. Straps adjust up and down around your head. Besides the straps , the helmet has another adjustment to tight the top of helmet to the head, which makes it fit snug but with worrying you might lose it. The ventilation is also great with the amount of openings it has. I would really recommend it to people with large heads, I even trying some of the Fox helmets thinking it might fit, but I had to return it and get this awesome helmet from Giro.
3442248
MAN I LOVE THIS HELMET - YES IT DOES FIT SNUGLY BUT I ORDERED THE LARGEST SIZE AND IT HAS BEGUN TO MOLD TO MY HEAD ANYWAYS.  I USED TO RACE BIKES AND I ALWAYS HAVE HAD SOME ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT HELMET THAT COST A FORTUNE AND REALLY WAS NOT THAT RUGGED OR GAVE ME MUCH CONFIDENCE IN IT'S PROTECTION. THIS HELMET IS SPOT ON AND I LOVE THE VISOR AND I CAN REMOVE THE LINING AND WASH IT TOO!! I NO LONGER RACE AND I JUST NEED A GOOD DURABLE HELMET ONLY WISH IS THAT IT CAME IN LIGHTER COLORS SO IT DOES NOT ATTRACT THE SUN/HEAT - AND NOT WHITE EITHER.
3056959
This helmet solves three fundamental problems I have with helmets.

1. The biggest struggle I have is with the interior shape. I have an oval shaped head. Most helmets have a round internal shape that creates pressure on my forehead. I can sometimes overcome this with a larger size, but this leaves the sides loose.
This helmet fits my oval head perfectly and allowed me to buy a large instead of XL for my 60cm noggin.  This alone makes this helmet good for me.

2. I wear glasses. Many helmets don't leave space for the glasses arms. Even though this helmet has a nice snug fit, I can pull it on right over my glasses without dragging my frames down my nose. Big plus. It shows that SkullCrush actually uses their product.

3. This is just me, but my head is size 60cm. 60cm is right on the line between L and XL for almost all helmets. Usually neither size is a perfect fit. I bought the L and it fits like it was made for me.

In addition to these three key elements, the quality is superb. The paint rivals that on my bike. The interior is a plush faux suede that is soft and comfortable.

Finally. As DOT helmets go, it's nowhere near as large as my Bell 500. The exterior profile is very reasonable.

For people that have issues with the Bell 500 and other round-head helmets, look no further. This is an excellent product at a very good price.
3877333
I ride in the afternoons coming home, I'm facing into the sun. Dropdown visor is a real life saver! Quick release buckle on the chinstrap is a set and forget.....doesn't slip, easy to operate with gloves. Inside is removable for washing....Also, my Sena wireless was somewhat tight putting on, but it worked.....Great fit and finish! If your in the market for a great helmet, at a unbelievable price....this is your helmet!!!!!
3870688
I wanted to write a review of this because I have read so many others about it and watched many YouTube video reviews of it. First off, the durability and appearance of this helmet is incredible; it couldn't have been done any better without it becoming far more expensive.

I'll start right off with the voice changer since it's been so controversial. Many people said it sounds terrible, sounds like a bunch of floating gargling, etc. I have experienced NONE of this. Now, I bought mine late compared to some others...in January of 2016. It's possible they improved the voice changer from the original version, although I somehow doubt that. I plugged 3 AA batteries in, turned the voice changer on, and loved it. You just can't speak loudly because it's not an authentic voice changing helmet like the real ones used in movies. In fact, I found that simply whispering produced a very satisfying outcome...the words can be heard clearly from the outside without hearing your normal voice over it. There are 5 pitches, and you can play around with them to find the best sounding one for you. If you press the higher part of the button on the helmet, it actually decreases in pitch, and if you press the lower part, the pitch gets higher. I have found that the one second from the bottom (the second highest) is best for me, but I'm sure that will vary for everyone. But I have had no major issues with the voice changer; it's not this horrible disaster that some people have described it as, and I have not been forced to alter or remove any interior pieces of the voice changing area of the helmet.

The most frustrating thing was the strap inside of the helmet. I spent literally over an hour, just doing trial and error, adjusting the straps until I could get it to sit on my head the right way. It sat snug right out of the box, but my eyes were actually too close to the visor and I couldn't see below the horizon looking out. I adjusted the straps so my head sits farther back in the mask, allowing me to see a little more downward and also allowing some more breathing space in front of my nose and mouth. I'm still not sure if I'm going to keep the plastic strap in there or if I'm going to attempt to put my own padding inside.

At the end of the day, this is a fantastic piece. It looks great on you and great sitting anywhere in your house. And the voice changer is actually pretty decent if you convince yourself to speak quietly (and even whisper). It sounds decently like Kylo Ren from the movie. And that's all you can hope for with a product under $100.

I recommend waiting until this is back in stock on Disney or Hasbro websites where they sell it for $70-$80. Don't pay over $100 if you don't have to.
1359682
I have owned a bunch of helmets, and most cost a LOT more than the CL-17.  This helmet is the best helmet for the money, no question.  It is quiet, comfortable, and reasonably light for a low-cost helmet.  One thing that I especially like is that you can dial in the cheek pads for a perfect fit.  The fact it is certified by Snell, for a helmet at this price point, is also a nice bonus.  To top it off, they make a bunch of different graphics and colorways so there's something for everyone.  Big winner here.....I highly recommend it.
657118
I can't say enough great things about this helmet.  I use it for Mtn and Bike commuting.  Great ventilation for what its designed for the adjustment leaves a bit to desier, but still works very well and is better than my old GIRO from 12 years ago.  I matched this with a orange backpack and am representing my NFL team colors.

I'd buy again!
2391333
Been using this helmet now for about 5 months. The audio is very clear below 55mph. I listen to a lot of audiobooks and talk radio through my phone and on the freeway at higher speeds, it's a lot harder to hear. Music is just fine at about any speed. I LOVE being about to answer with a touch of the (helmet) button, but again most talking needs to be done off freeway, otherwise the wind is too hard to hear through. The versatility in face, wind visor, and sun visor is AWESOME. There are 6+ combinations of how you can wear it. One can even leave the sun visor down with everything else up. The vents don't feel like they do much. If I need air, I commonly open my wind visor to the first knock opened. The barrey (if I listen every day of my work commute) lasts me about a week per charge which is very respectable. The liner around the base seems to want to come out more than I want it to and I have to keep stuffing it back in, but I can deal with that.
3272172
First off, let's talk field of vision - this helmet has it! I've got great clarity for turning and checking my lanes.

The helmet does have some noise, but I ride with earbuds in 99% of the time, so it doesn't really bother me too much.

The Rubatone is always wonderful because it goes with everything, but it also the only color you can alter later on if you want a custom paint job on your helmet.

The vents give you quite a lot of breath, but up on top, I don't feel it as much.

The cushioning is very comfortable, and you'll break it in to mold your face by 2 weeks of constant wear.

Excellent first helmet, DOT approved, easy change visors, nice sleek appeal, and military approved.
859175
My history with helmets are a Vega Summit II and a budget-friendly open face helmet, so I had to educate myself in terms of helmet safety, fit, features and compatibility.  Of the few I was left with when all was said and done, the HJC IS-MAX II was at the top of the list.

The fit seems true and is fairly round, so it should accommodate most head shapes.  Field of view is great; as wide as my peripheral vision.  Weight is fine on my head; the Vega was heavier, so for a modular this seems very reasonable.  Sound dampening is adequate; silence runs in direct proportion to money spent on a helmet, so you'll hear ambient noise but it's not distracting, nor does it drown out music and talk at speed.

The flip face works wonderfully, and I appreciate that the pegs securing it at the chin are metal.  It easily slides up or down with a finger.  The face shield is a little tighter and I typically have to put extra effort on the last click to set it in place.  That's fine, because it creates a good seal.  The padding is generous and I haven't found any spots that jab or rub on my head.  The internal visor is terrific; it is light, as many reviews state, but it can be use at day or even night (though I officially don't recommend it for safety reasons).  If you desire a little more shade, sunglasses fit underneath the visor without any scratching.  Additionally, the slits cut out to fit eyeglasses are a small but hugely appreciated detail.

When riding, I love this helmet.  The movable elements -- 2 vents, the visor, face shield and flip front -- are placed with common sense and are easy to feel and use even with gloves.  As for the vents, meh.  I have yet to wear the helmet where the vents provide a markedly cooler alternative.  This helmet's fine but it's hardly a refreshing break when they're opened wide.  My helmet, a large, fits my 22 1/4" head very well; if anything, I'd slide down a size if forced.  The fit isn't tight but also doesn't slide on my head.  My finish, flat black, has a velvety texture and is very attractive in a subtle way.  The HJC logo is painted in gray, so it doesn't stand out like a light bulb.

My HJC has an added chin curtain.  Why the helmet doesn't come with one is a mystery, as it runs between $8-15.  It won't necessarily help road noise all that much but it definitely helps on those cold mornings.  I also switched the included clear pin-lock shield for a mirrored blue version (no functional difference) which is actually more amber when looked through from the other side.  Also attached is the Sena SMH10 Dual communications system, which I also highly recommend if you're looking for music playback, GPS availability or communication ability between riders (it was available on this site as of 2/10/17).  Oh, there's also a dragonfly decal for color, also available on this site.
393274
Hands down one of the best SINGLETRACK/XC helmets out there. This has far more support around the ears and back of my neck for more protection than the average MTB helmet. It fits my head like it was molded onto my skull. The WHEEL adjustment on the inside is far better than any other I've used as well. It turns easily and it can be easily adjusted while on on my head for a perfect fit. I persoanlly removed the removable GoPro mount and added my own mount but theirs was pretty nice I just have a lot of extra GP equipment and prefer to use that. This helmet is larger than any other hemet that I've owned and its lighter than all of them. Its super light, it is very secure on my head which in turn is super stable when i have the GoPro attached and this helmet and gopros go perfectly together.....My only suggestion to anyone buying is be careful when selecting a size, they only have S, M, L and Im sure XL but they really need to make a size in between each of those. I can see a lot of people buying this helmet and having an issue with size. I do not have big ears but this helmet squashes my ears too.....Uncomfortable but not a huge deal. It really is a great helmet as long as it fits...