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Hi guys, It has come time to purchase a new lid and I am considering getting an Arai Vector 2 because of some good deals on eBay. I have used mainly Shoei's throughout my life since the RF-1000. I have used RF-1100 and RF-1200 is my current lid. I am an intermediate oval shape and the Shoei's have always fitted the best. Other helmets I have owned and fit similar are the Arai RX-7 Corsair and Corsair V, Scorpion Exo-700 and R410, which are supposed to be Intermediate oval, and they have also fit me OK with no bothersome pressure points. The Icon Airmada is OK, but it's a longer oval, and the Arai RX-Q was more rounded, not a true intermediate oval, and would give me a headache after 30 minutes. I prefer a longer oval than round. Most of the non-Shoei helmets I have used would be from being included with bike purchases. The Shoei's have been the only helmets I have personally purchased. So my question is if anyone has experience going from a Shoei RF series to the Arai Vector 2? Or just general opinions on the Vector 2? I know this is a lazy question. LOL. I am eventually going to try one out a local Cycle Gear.

Currently riding a GMAX 3/4 with face shield. its cold, its loud, it fogs, it sucks. I'm going to be purchasing a full face helmet, not interested in flip up fronts, and am wondering what has worked best for you guys? Less than 300$ is a must. The quieter the better, and fit is important. I have considered an Icon for about 140$ as thats the only one I've been able to physically try on other than absurdly priced Arai and Shoei lids. Also, I've never tried on an HJC that fit and I've tried several. I have a more oval shaped head. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

After getting over how ugly a plain silver helmet can be, he puts Honda wings on it from http://www.xtremedec...CTIONSword=ww1 So it is tastefully decorated.... for 10 bucks plus shipping.