AFX FX-39 DS helmet?

Gravetter · Mar 25, 2011

Brtp4 said: ↑

Boxer, I got to take mine out for a short test ride. Rode for a little over 25 minutes, 2 lane road, some dirt road, some freeway. Speeds from 20 in the dirt, at least 40 mph and up to 85 on the street.

The helmet has almost zero lift - I repeat, almost zero. Actually, I want to say none at all, but I can't bring myself to do that. It is quite a bit better than the Zox Roost RX helmet that I benchmark it against. Even at speeds, it is better than several street helmets I have. I was really, really surprised.

It does pull a little when your head is turned completely to the side. This was exacerbated by the fact that I need thicker cheek pads, the helmet was too loose.

Again, note that the helmet was loose, and still did not lift.

I was not able to compare to a Shoei Hornet or Arai XD, but it is the best sub-$450 DS helmet I have touched or tried.

BP
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No Silvers in med yet, right?

Brtp4 · Mar 25, 2011

Gravetter said: ↑

No Silvers in med yet, right?
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No, not yet. I saw your thread, but already spam enough as it is.

Have 1 Large sil, as soon as the Ms arrive I can let you know.

You B/O'd with us?

BP

Wenduro · Mar 27, 2011

I'm currently wearing a Nolan 102/Nolan 103/Scorpion ex-700, in Large sizes. All fit my noggin well. Just ordered one of these in silver Large(I believe it's in stock?)

I'll report back on the fit once it arrives.

Brtp4 · Mar 27, 2011

W, I have 1 silver large remaining, with your name on it. Hoping for more soon.

BP

Wenduro · Mar 27, 2011

Brtp4 said: ↑

W, I have 1 silver large remaining, with your name on it. Hoping for more soon.

BP
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Excellent. Thanks my good man

OhioPT · Mar 27, 2011

Mr. Fisherman said: ↑

I sent my 37 back because of the strap. I am hoping the 39 will be better with the ratchet strap. I like that strap on my Nolan helmet.
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+1 This was my complaint with the 37 as well (I tried on a couple that my friends bought). I also did not like the fit for my head shape (I like the shape of the Bell and the Shoei). Glad to hear they made some much-needed changes. I knew it was only a matter of time, since these complaints were very common.

boxer0987 · Mar 27, 2011

When will the white ones be in stock? Still waiting on a large and medium in white. Any idea?

Brtp4 · Mar 28, 2011

Checking now. Will reply ASAP.

BP

Abomb · Mar 28, 2011

Ordering a white one on Friday in XL, hopefully in stock then. Cannot wait to get this lid and give it a test ride. BP gave me some great feed back on this thing. Super stoked on it. I do wish they made one in a Yellow/Black color scheme, I would be all over that one.

BP, one question before I buy. I measure at a 24 1/8, oval. I fit a Shoei and a Icon Variant in an XL, Scorpion XXL. I am sorta between sizes in this helmet. Thinking a XL and not a L. Any input?

Thanks

chief_lee_visceral · Mar 28, 2011

What about a pinlock for this helmet? Any ideas... I am a heavy breather apparently in Seattle so I think this is a deal breaker if no pinlock.

I am fed up with my Shoei Hornet DS. I have nothing good to say about that helmet. Terrible drag and noisy, foggy, no room for speakers, slightest bump the visor screws break off and of course pricey.

The Hornet is size XL and I have a hot spot on my forehead. I bought a Vemar Eclipse in carbon fiber no less because the Hornet is so bad at speed. I quickly found out why I got a $750 MSRP helmet for $300 though. The face shield has 1/4 turn fasteners that won't stay on. The Vemar is size XXL but I don't expect it is a popular comparison.

Brtp4 · Mar 28, 2011

chief_lee_visceral said: ↑

What about a pinlock for this helmet? Any ideas... I am a heavy breather apparently in Seattle so I think this is a deal breaker if no pinlock.

I am fed up with my Shoei Hornet DS. I have nothing good to say about that helmet. Terrible drag and noisy, foggy, no room for speakers, slightest bump the visor screws break off and of course pricey.

The Hornet is size XL and I have a hot spot on my forehead. I bought a Vemar Eclipse in carbon fiber no less because the Hornet is so bad at speed. I quickly found out why I got a $750 MSRP helmet for $300 though. The face shield has 1/4 turn fasteners that won't stay on. The Vemar is size XXL but I don't expect it is a popular comparison.
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Hello Lee. No plans for a pinlock at the moment.

BP

Brtp4 · Mar 28, 2011

Have some delivery info. Mostly good news, a shipment arriving to the importer's warehouse in WI this week and another larger one hitting the 5th or 6th of April. These were initially supposed to be all solid colors, but actually some black Urban Camo, white Strike, and a very small amount of red, and silver, Strike are included. Basically all colors are good except hi-viz yellow, those are delayed another 2-3 weeks. FWIW they will be fairly limited for supply, and will likely sell out.

BP

jonmorehouse · Mar 28, 2011

i've been dealing with these folks waiting on a XXL helmet. customer service has been well above and beyond what i'd expect for a relatively small purchase. customer care and attention is obviously top notch. thanks

sagedrifter · Mar 28, 2011

jonmorehouse said: ↑

i've been dealing with these folks waiting on a XXL helmet. customer service has been well above and beyond what i'd expect for a relatively small purchase. customer care and attention is obviously top notch. thanks
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+1

The feed back on the helmets is great.

I'm waiting on a XXL Silver one to fit my big mellon also.... At least its raining here, I haven't been riding much. It would be so nice to have a decent fitting DS lid in this price range. The new features over the 37 version is icing on the cake.... This is better than waiting on "Christmas".

Brtp4 · Mar 29, 2011

The following sizes just popped up and are on their way to us:

Black L
Black XL

Pearl White XL

Matte Black L
Matte Black XL
Matte Black XXL

Silver L

Be here in a few days.

BP

sagedrifter · Mar 29, 2011

Brtp4 said: ↑

The following sizes just popped up and are on their way to us:

Black L
Black XL

Pearl White XL

Matte Black L
Matte Black XL
Matte Black XXL

Silver L

Be here in a few days.

BP
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Tell them to forget flat black... we need silver and white maybe even black.

Aren't the white and gloss black the most popular? None of my buddies ride with flat black. I have a flat white Shark RSI... its a pain to keep clean. The paint has a primer feel to it.... is the AFX flat black paint like that? Showing every greasy or sweaty finger print..

Thanks for the update though..

Brtp4 · Mar 29, 2011

sagedrifter said: ↑

Tell them to forget flat black... we need silver and white maybe even black.
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And hi viz.

BP

sagedrifter · Mar 29, 2011

Brtp4 said: ↑

And hi viz.

BP
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People actually wear hi viz???.... makes my head look too fat and I bet it won't match my Olympia...

I do wear a hi viz jacket some times, the thing blinds you just from the reflection in the mirrors...

I'll shut up now, I'm on the puter ordering ATV parts for my Dad. The regulator died it seems. Don't work too hard... I see you just sent me the ship notice for the pressure suit.. Thanks, I hope it fits on my plump body..

Geonik · Mar 29, 2011

Does this helmet come in one or two shell sizes?

Thanks in advance

Brtp4 · Mar 29, 2011

Two, with the break at size M > L.

BP

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