Suomy Lids

[defector]

So my kid won a new helmet, and the coupon lets him pick from the Vandal line.
Anybody have one, and how do you like it?

He is currently using an HJC CL-15, and also uses a Scorpion Exo 400 on occasion (for reference or comparison).

[Amber Lamps]

So my kid won a new helmet, and the coupon lets him pick from the Vandal line.
Anybody have one, and how do you like it?

He is currently using an HJC CL-15, and also uses a Scorpion Exo 400 on occasion (for reference or comparison).

He's basically trading a Chevy in for a BMW!!!

[Phenix_Rider]

Don't own one, but they Suomy is very nice :dthumb:

[marko138]

I've got one. I love it. Very light. Quick shield change, much faster than the Spec 1R. No fog shield. And it locks really well. Very comfortable. Also, it flows a ton of air, so it's noisy. If you close all the vents its much quieter but still flows a good bit of air.

I think he'll love it. You can see it in these pic:

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[dReWpY]

i lovemy suomy

[marko138]

Here's a stock photo of the lid I have.

http://alivetoridedotcom.files.wordpress.com/2009/02/suomy_vandal.jpg

[defector]

Going in for a test fit this week. Curious to how the sizing may or may not be different.

He has it narrowed down to the Atlantic City, or the Pinup Girl.

[Homeslice]

They tend to be on the round side (wider side to side).........kinda like Arai

[Trip]

Is that Johnny Bravo giving me the finger?

[marko138]

Going in for a test fit this week. Curious to how the sizing may or may not be different.

He has it narrowed down to the Atlantic City, or the Pinup Girl.
They are sized different than other Suomy models. Spec 1R's run smaller than the Vandal. I wear a Large in Vandal and XL in Spec 1R.

[seDUCtive]

I have a Suomy Vandal and I LOVE IT!!! It is light, not a ton of wind noise. Plus the graphics are top notch!

[marko138]

I have a Suomy Vandal and I LOVE IT!!! It is light, not a ton of wind noise. Plus the graphics are top notch!
Suomy graphics and paint are second to NONE!

[Looni2ns]

Suomy's Rock. Have a Spec1R Extreme. Light, comfortable, great ventilation but a little noisy. Graphics are great. Get compliments on my helmet all the time.

http://www.speedaddictcycles.com/product/01-457/Suomy_Spec_1R_Extreme_Blue_Silver_Flowers_Full_Fac e_Helmet.html

[azoomm]

They are sized different than other Suomy models. Spec 1R's run smaller than the Vandal. I wear a Large in Vandal and XL in Spec 1R.

According to Suomy's rep - the Spec 1R and Vandal have the same shell. :idk: I choose to wear the Vandal because the shield is changed easier [dzus style quarter turn releases] and better venting. By far, the BEST helmet I have ever worn in the rain - the visor will NOT fog.

I have both the Pin-up and Italia Mat in the Vandal and the Hodgson Laguna in the Spec 1R.

[racedoll]

I have a Vandal - Bayliss Replica.

I preferred the Suomy over others because it fit me the best. All other XS's were too big for me. Even now that I've had mine for a couple years it is starting to be a little too loose.

[marko138]

According to Suomy's rep - the Spec 1R and Vandal have the same shell. :idk: I choose to wear the Vandal because the shield is changed easier [dzus style quarter turn releases] and better venting. By far, the BEST helmet I have ever worn in the rain - the visor will NOT fog.

I have both the Pin-up and Italia Mat in the Vandal and the Hodgson Laguna in the Spec 1R.
The rep can say what he wants but I wear two different sizes in Suomy.

[Gas Man]

I've got one. I love it. Very light. Quick shield change, much faster than the Spec 1R. No fog shield. And it locks really well. Very comfortable. Also, it flows a ton of air, so it's noisy. If you close all the vents its much quieter but still flows a good bit of air.

I think he'll love it. You can see it in these pic:

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Really? Looks like you have a Choko 1/2 dot helmet there.

[Mikey]

Really? Looks like you have a Choko 1/2 dot helmet there.

Check out the footpeg. ;)

[marko138]

Check out the footpeg. ;)
The half shell is his helmet. He's a wise guy.

[Gas Man]

At least Marko got it.... :lol:

KFTC

[101lifts2]

He's basically trading a Chevy in for a BMW!!!

Looks like he is going to get the short end of the stick!

I have a Suomy Spec1R (very very similar in fit to the Vandel line)...Fits me the best of any lid and is quite light, but quite noisy. Just wear earplugs for the air noise.

[defector]

So after speaking wih the rep, he wants to send my kid a Spec 1R (Bellagio).
Is this an upgrade or no?

[racedoll]

If I'm not mistaken the Spec 1R is a higher line than the Vandal, but either way I think you are getting a nice helmet. I would take it!

[marko138]

Yeah, it's an upgrade, but the shield is somewhat of a pain in the ass to change on those.

[RACER X]

seen the suomy blowout

http://www.twowheelfix.com/showthread.php?t=11077

the prices fro spec1s were $163 last week they went up this week.

[racedoll]

bastards

[defector]

Lid came in while I was out of town. Paint / graphics are very nice. Just trying it on he says it is a bit tight. Wil post a pic or two later.

[racedoll]

Mine was pretty tight when I first got it, but it has loosened up quite a bit since then. Had i gone a size bigger, it would be too big now.
If he can deal with it for a while, leave the size alone. Just my 2 cents.

[Looni2ns]

Tight how? If it's the cheek pads, no biggy. That's good. Helmet will stay put, and they eventually loosen up a bit. If it's in the forehead, have him wear it around the house to be sure he doesn't get a headache. If so, he may need a larger size.