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Scorpion helemts - 2/11/2005 4:55:04 PM
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AEROpace
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The word is getting out about this new product line from Lake Forest California.
http://scorpionusa.com/
I checked these out the other day when I was at a grand opening near Ortega. These things make you wonder because of the price, but ther are legit. Just picked one up for my GF and she absolutely loves the difference from her older HJC. Much more comfortable and also quieter. They have a kick ass antifog on their lenses. I couldn't make the thing fog at ALL. Also standard are the breath guards, which are unnessary with the anti fog. Shield change out time is about 15-30 seconds; a bit slower than my Shoei, but OK. Great looking helmet.
I recently went t look at Moto helmets as my Fox is getting old. I tried on all the new lines...Fox, HJC, Troy Lee, Scorpion, etc...
Damn !! the difference a scorpion makes. The absolute best fit and most comfortable moto helmet for sure. The best is the price...under $150 for either street OR moto. I picked up my girls Exo-400 for $130 after tax.
Think I'll be getting a moto and a street backup.
< Message edited by AEROpace -- 2/15/2005 5:18:01 PM >
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 2/13/2005 4:22:26 PM
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L8X
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what kind of head shape do these helmets work best for?
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 2/14/2005 8:46:01 AM
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AEROpace
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You got me on that one. You'll have to ask them. I have a normal shape going on size 7 1/8. The guys I ride with all tried them on and no problems reported.
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 2/15/2005 5:24:06 PM
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NeonspeedRT
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I've heard some good reviews about their helmets as well. Hopefully a shop around here will start stocking them. I'd like to try one on and see how it fits.
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 2/16/2005 12:16:11 PM
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AEROpace
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That seems to be the problem I run into. Hardly anyone has these in stock. They are just too new. However, out here in Cali, the order turnaround time is only 1 day. NICE.
I know the owner of a shop, and she just asked Scorpion for a couple to demo out for the weekends. This is how she is getting around having stock sit around. Anyone else know any owners might pass the word.
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 3/1/2005 8:38:49 PM
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MapJr
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I bought the exact same helmet for my '01 929RR y/b. The details you wrote are dead on. You almost sound like a salesman. To support your comments...everything you said is true. I have little to no external noise, the shield never fogs (although I ride in 30 degree weather), the graphics are off the chain, it has a sweat wicking system for quick drying for those that sweat a lot, removable padding for washing, super ventilation, anti-scratch hardened shield, quick shield changeout tool (10 seconds) and a price that was right around $130.00 for the EXO-400 or around $175.00 for the EXO-700. This helmet is a lot better than the Shoei i'm use to wearing. I truly...truly...suggest this brand of helmets for all two-wheeled vehicles...Scorpion!!!
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 3/9/2005 11:01:03 AM
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NeonspeedRT
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Well I managed to try on a few of the scorpion helmets finally. I was in Daytona this past monday and they had a booth set up for bike week. They had a huge display set up with all their helmets. Lets just say I was quite impressed. I tried on two different styles and loved them both. The fittment was better then my HJC. They all have removable liners that you can replace with different styles. All of the lens are totally anti fog. You can't fog it up no matter what you do. Plus the price is awseome. For the money, it's an exellent deal. When I have some extra money, I might go ahead and pick up one as a spare or alternate helmet. If you get a chance to try one on, definatly do so.
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 4/13/2005 10:24:53 AM
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urban_ninja
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I just got a 700....I LOVE IT the fit is grate. and the price was just right
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 4/14/2005 1:08:43 AM
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sirlimpzalot
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Glad to hear that are offering a good quality helmet!! Good Luck with them!!
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 6/15/2005 12:19:24 AM
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vspc2nr
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I got a EXO-400 octain and all i get is kick a$$ comments on how it looks. The only changes that i made was removing the "S" symbol from the front and changed the inner lining to match the tribal on the Octain. I LOVE this helmet!!! Just like the review i read, "There's no better helmet out there for the price. Tho, the only diffrence between a $600 helmet and a $200 helmet is $300"
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 9/26/2005 5:24:44 PM
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jetson1000f
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I bought one of these last week and I love it! It has been really hot here in TX and the lining really does work to keep you dry. I wish that the venting was a little better but overall it is a great helmet.
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 10/8/2005 2:00:55 PM
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U4ER
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Ok Noob Question, from what everyone said scorpion are really that good? I tried on Shoei and Arai helmets and Arai fits really nice, budget wise cant afford, but if what you guys are saying is true about scorpions which should i get the 700 or the 400 ? ohh..reason why i ask is i go by (you get what you pay for) cheap gear cheap protection
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 11/30/2005 2:47:43 AM
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Bren
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I drove up to the Scorpion manufacturer in Lake Forest, CA last weekend from San Diego to pick up an EXO-700 Fury to go with my new RR. I tried on helmets for 4 hours at one local shop and 2 hours the next day at another shop. I just couldn’t find the right fit in the right color. I just would not except that a helmet had to be so uncomfortable. Then at a third shop, I found the Scorpion helmets, but they didn’t have my color in my size. The shop would have ordered it, but I just didn’t want to wait. The guys at the Scorpion manufacturer were awesome, very nice, and chatted with us for a while.
I will say that I had a problem getting used to the liner after I stared wearing it a while, it was pushing pretty hard in a small spot right in front of my ears. I used some clothes pins over night to compress the liner were it was bugging me and it did the trick. Now its really comfortable all around but still tight enough to be safe. The anti-fog makes a world of difference, especially right now in the cold foggy mornings. I am very happy with it.
The guys at the coffee shop stuck their noses up when I told them I was looking at buying this helmet. "Oh, I don’t know about a helmet for only $200 that no one has never heard of," one guy said. I took him with me to Lake Forest, he checked it out, and I got his stamp of approval. I think it will just take time to get the word out.
Check out the web side, it has some cute animated videos of Dr. Nikki, one of the R&D girls. The animated character is one hot biker chick. And the guys in Lake Forest said that the character is a pretty good representation of what she looks like in real life.
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RE: Scorpion helemts - 11/30/2005 12:08:19 PM
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pitsvtec
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I've got the EX-700 Fury in white, yellow & black. The damn thing is sexy, but I do agree with you that it took some getting used to. Try looking at the Joe Rocket Blaster jacket for a match to the helmet. I bought the girl version and it all flows nicely. I can show you a picture of it if you need one. 
< Message edited by pitsvtec -- 11/30/2005 12:09:37 PM >
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