Helmet Feeling Loose....... - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

Peekaboo · 08-22-2006, 12:43 AM

I've had my helmet for 3 years now. It is an extra small. But lately it feels like it has been wobbling around. I'm pretty sure my head hasn't shrunk........is the padding inside flattening? And if it is can I get it replaced, or should I buy a new helmet?

Captain Steve · 08-22-2006, 01:04 AM

Are you wearing your hair shorter?

It's probably the padding getting old. It's probably more efficient to buy a new helmet than to try to get the old one re-padded. Plus, you'd then have a spare.

**Clint** · 08-22-2006, 06:58 AM

+1. Hairstyles can make a big difference, and the rule of thumb is replace them every five years anyway.

Apertureguy · 08-22-2006, 07:02 AM

Yeah, I agree...hairstyle can make a big difference. However, the padding will flatten out after a while too.

I'd retire it & get another one...or replace padding if it's never been dropped or had an impact.

Or, if you're on a tight budget...duck tape!

Time4me2ride · 08-22-2006, 10:42 AM

If it's never been dropped, then it's probably just the padding crushing down or the hairstyle. If budget is tight, a skullcap or dorag could be added as a temporary alternative, but I'd start saving for a new one.

Smurf · 08-22-2006, 01:10 PM

Ive been told that because of the sweat and general wear, you should replace your helmet every 3 to 5 years anyway.

Anybody else heard that ??

geoffsimpson · 08-22-2006, 01:30 PM

I agree with smurf...I think the idea is that over time the helmet just sort of wears away a bit, it's a little more brittle and what not.

It's also not as cool as it once was...that's the best reason.!!!

Peekaboo · 08-22-2006, 02:00 PM

My hair hasn't really changed all that much. I think I will buy a new helmet next season....finish with this one this season then keep it as a spare.

blackie1491 · 08-22-2006, 05:32 PM

Depending on the brand, the padding can be replaceable.
My AFX has replaceable padding.
In some you have a choice of padding sizes thereby being able to fit the helmet better.

**Clint** · 08-22-2006, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Smurf

Ive been told that because of the sweat and general wear, you should replace your helmet every 3 to 5 years anyway.

Anybody else heard that ??

Quote:

Originally Posted by RowdyRed94

...the rule of thumb is replace them every five years anyway.

hammersfan · 08-23-2006, 09:35 PM

I lent a buddy my old ski boots once. He hadn't even got half way down the first run and they literaly fell apart on him. Luckily he wasn't hurt and it was quite comical in its own way ! But after seeing that it has always made me think that a crash helmet should not be used for too many years. I'd recommend buying a new one in your situation.

maddog20/20 · 08-24-2006, 11:38 PM

I hate it when my head shrinks! j/k

Sounds like it is time for a new lid!

Rockhead · 08-28-2006, 01:55 PM

Try removing your padding and washing it in the machine. Mine tends to tighten up the fit after a washing.

Tripwire · 08-29-2006, 11:32 AM

Yeah, mine was feeling a little loose today as well. Any tips for me?

blackie1491 · 08-29-2006, 11:54 PM

You might call that picture, old hat.

Peekaboo · 08-30-2006, 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tripwire

Yeah, mine was feeling a little loose today as well. Any tips for me?

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!! I didn't enlarge it at first and I was like.....What's wrong with that? LOL.

geoffsimpson · 08-30-2006, 11:47 PM

Repost or not...that's still funny

SuzGS500 · 09-02-2006, 03:56 PM

Suprisignly i find that lot of people get that mixed up, i guess people that have never seen a helmet before, but if you have your own motorcycle, or your own scooter you should get a clue

08-22-2006, 12:43 AM	#1 (permalink)
Peekaboo Seat Tester Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: Honda Hawk Location: OILERVILLE Posts: 85	Helmet Feeling Loose....... I've had my helmet for 3 years now. It is an extra small. But lately it feels like it has been wobbling around. I'm pretty sure my head hasn't shrunk........is the padding inside flattening? And if it is can I get it replaced, or should I buy a new helmet?

08-22-2006, 01:04 AM	#2 (permalink)
Captain Steve Where Am I ? Joined: Aug 2006 Bike: 2006 Black C50 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 37	Are you wearing your hair shorter? It's probably the padding getting old. It's probably more efficient to buy a new helmet than to try to get the old one re-padded. Plus, you'd then have a spare. __________________

08-22-2006, 01:10 PM	#6 (permalink)
Smurf Quiche' King Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: 2005 Red Flamed M-50 Location: McDonough Georgia Posts: 4,287	Ive been told that because of the sweat and general wear, you should replace your helmet every 3 to 5 years anyway. Anybody else heard that ?? __________________ "I would rather be lucky than good!"

08-22-2006, 01:30 PM	#7 (permalink)
geoffsimpson Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: Grey, not silver, GREY 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50 * 1983 GS750E Cafe Racer project Location: Prince George BC Posts: 3,111	I agree with smurf...I think the idea is that over time the helmet just sort of wears away a bit, it's a little more brittle and what not. It's also not as cool as it once was...that's the best reason.!!! __________________ Please Note: All opinions contained herein are worth exactly what you paid for them. It's true that every time you hear a bell ring, an angel gets its wings... But what they don't tell you is that every time you hear a mouse trap "snap", and Angel gets set on fire... Grey * De-badged * V & H Straightshots w/ Thunder-Monster Baffles and Billet Hot-Tips * POWAH COMMANDAH!! * Kury Wide Style Levers * Kury Zombie Pegs (what's left of them) * Johnskit Forward Controls * Johnskit 2.5" Lowering Kit * Carbon Fibre-esque Trim kit * your mom * Memphis Shades HellCat windshield * Passenger Backrest * Baddass MO-FO behind the bars * Metz 880's w/ lettering * Flamed Thunder MFG Teardrop Intake *

08-23-2006, 09:35 PM	#11 (permalink)
hammersfan U.B's LoveChild Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 2008 C90 SE Location: Ajax ,Ontario ,Canada Posts: 1,221	I lent a buddy my old ski boots once. He hadn't even got half way down the first run and they literaly fell apart on him. Luckily he wasn't hurt and it was quite comical in its own way ! But after seeing that it has always made me think that a crash helmet should not be used for too many years. I'd recommend buying a new one in your situation. __________________ Ride Safe Hammersfan

08-22-2006, 07:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
Apertureguy Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 2006 Blue M50 Location: New York Posts: 3,185	Yeah, I agree...hairstyle can make a big difference. However, the padding will flatten out after a while too. I'd retire it & get another one...or replace padding if it's never been dropped or had an impact. Or, if you're on a tight budget...duck tape!

08-22-2006, 10:42 AM	#5 (permalink)
Time4me2ride Sprocket Pilot Joined: Oct 2005 Bike: Silver/Grey VStar1300 Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 846	If it's never been dropped, then it's probably just the padding crushing down or the hairstyle. If budget is tight, a skullcap or dorag could be added as a temporary alternative, but I'd start saving for a new one.

08-22-2006, 02:00 PM	#8 (permalink)
Peekaboo Seat Tester Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: Honda Hawk Location: OILERVILLE Posts: 85	My hair hasn't really changed all that much. I think I will buy a new helmet next season....finish with this one this season then keep it as a spare.

08-22-2006, 05:32 PM	#9 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,247	Depending on the brand, the padding can be replaceable. My AFX has replaceable padding. In some you have a choice of padding sizes thereby being able to fit the helmet better.

08-24-2006, 11:38 PM	#12 (permalink)
maddog20/20 In Training Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 06 Roadliner Location: Merced, Ca. Posts: 128	I hate it when my head shrinks! j/k Sounds like it is time for a new lid!

08-28-2006, 01:55 PM	#13 (permalink)
Rockhead M-J.Com Master Poster Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: M50 Location: 1060 West Addison, Chicago Posts: 3,759	Try removing your padding and washing it in the machine. Mine tends to tighten up the fit after a washing.

08-29-2006, 11:32 AM	#14 (permalink)
Tripwire Newbie Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7	Yeah, mine was feeling a little loose today as well. Any tips for me?

08-29-2006, 11:54 PM	#15 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,247	You might call that picture, old hat.

08-30-2006, 11:47 PM	#17 (permalink)
geoffsimpson Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: Grey, not silver, GREY 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50 * 1983 GS750E Cafe Racer project Location: Prince George BC Posts: 3,111	Repost or not...that's still funny __________________ Please Note: All opinions contained herein are worth exactly what you paid for them. It's true that every time you hear a bell ring, an angel gets its wings... But what they don't tell you is that every time you hear a mouse trap "snap", and Angel gets set on fire... Grey * De-badged * V & H Straightshots w/ Thunder-Monster Baffles and Billet Hot-Tips * POWAH COMMANDAH!! * Kury Wide Style Levers * Kury Zombie Pegs (what's left of them) * Johnskit Forward Controls * Johnskit 2.5" Lowering Kit * Carbon Fibre-esque Trim kit * your mom * Memphis Shades HellCat windshield * Passenger Backrest * Baddass MO-FO behind the bars * Metz 880's w/ lettering * Flamed Thunder MFG Teardrop Intake *

09-02-2006, 03:56 PM	#18 (permalink)
SuzGS500 Seat Tester Joined: Jul 2006 Bike: '05 Suzuki GS 500 Location: Innisfil. Ontario Posts: 57	Suprisignly i find that lot of people get that mixed up, i guess people that have never seen a helmet before, but if you have your own motorcycle, or your own scooter you should get a clue

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