I need to get a helment to do autocrossing in. I'll also probably start doing track days. Anyone know of a cheap helment that meets the requirements for auto-x and trackdays?

 

Bieffe makes some nice cheap helmets.. I prefer the OMP Formula (wide eyeport) helmets and the Bell M3 but they are quite a bit more pricey..

 

no such thing as a good cheap helmet...

Id suggest maybe an HJC M-Rated open face. If its just Auto-X i dont see a reason why not. They go for about 79.99 at a bike shop. Ask to see the Sullivan Brothers catalog if they dont have any there. Model # HJC CL-5.

 

you get what you pay for

 

Spend money on your head - it's worth it.

 

I wouldnt go cheap when it comes to safety, especially helmet or seatbelt.

Ron

 

.... mom... is that you...
Just kidding. I get the point.

So whats a good helment that will work for autocrossing and trackdays?

 

What do you consider cheap?

here's just one of many places to consider, but it's local to me ...hehe http://www.ogracing.com


[Modified by Zygspeed, 3:33 PM 3/21/2002]

 

Go here http://www.racerwholesale.com/ probably has everything you need.

 

http://www.bellmotorsports.com I have gotten 2 helmets from them so far, and the pricing/service has been excellent.

 

i got my Bieffe F1 for 270 Shipped from
http://www.helmetcity.com


its nice, light, comfortable, and "cheap" as far as SA 2000 helmets go


[Modified by Toda Party, 12:46 PM 3/21/2002]

 

Very happy with my Bell SportII

 

For your reference regarding Bell M2 helmet. Here's a link:
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=140693

 

helment...

 

Beife's aren't snell rated though right??? (certain models? or all of them? or i'm on crack?)

not the kind of place i'd think to try and save money btw


[Modified by *****, 1:55 AM 3/22/2002]


[Modified by *****, 1:57 AM 3/22/2002]


Okay, i'm on crack... but i wouldn't put my crackhead in a cheap helmet.


[Modified by *****, 1:58 AM 3/22/2002]

 

I picked up a M2000 rated helmet for $80. It gets me by at the local autocross, track days, and drag racing. I'd prefer a nice SA rated full face from a safty standpoint and you look badass in them.

 

Oh Jond. You should never ask that question here. Everyone will flame you for wanting a cheap helmet, you will die, your head will bounce off the roll bar, your skull will explode......

I say screw them. You are not rich. You reach much higher speed on the interstate. I never see people getting killed on this forum from a cheap helmet. Buy what you feel comfortable with. Dont let these guys pressure you into buying a $1000 helmet.

I know I'll get flamed for this post, but just speaking what I believe.

 

Here's a question: Would my Snomobile helmet work for Rockfalls drag strip use? tia

Tom O

 

I don't think so.