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Audie1 02-27-2008 10:40 PM

Helmet Needed
 
Guys where can I buy a Helmet for the strip around here? ....Perferably one that is on the cheap side.......Thanks

slowgreen99 02-27-2008 10:42 PM

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Wal Mart sells little BELL helmets! hahah, but honestly I would have to say Velocity Powersports in Summerville or any Motorcycle place......only if thats the type of helmet you're chasing.

jay_99z 02-27-2008 10:42 PM

You should be able to find one at any bike shop. You can get an open face relatively cheap. Might as well get one that's Snell approved incase you go to a strip with tech.

Audie1 02-27-2008 11:00 PM

Roger That............Thanks.................so Snell approved is the key.

chrisheltra 02-28-2008 01:26 AM

I bought mine a wally world

Zacharyx 02-28-2008 03:34 AM

last I checked most of us do not run fast enough at the strip to require a SA rated helmet, open track or road course tracks require SA rated but you would be fine with a M for the drag strip


quote from the NHRA page

A helmet is required for the driver of any car or truck running 13.99 seconds or quicker in the quarter mile, and for the rider of any motorcycle. Most drivers can use a helmet meeting SNELL K98, M2000, SA2000, M2005, or SA2005 specifications. Professional category and some alcohol burning vehicles require an SA rated helmet. It is important to note that the helmet rating must be designated on a tag INSIDE the helmet, or sewn to one of the helmet straps. The designation stenciled on the exterior of the helmet is insufficient for NHRA technical inspection. Also, some tracks require a helmet on ALL drivers, so check in advance.

http://www.nhra.com/contacts/tech_faq.html

Audie1 02-28-2008 07:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chrisheltra (Post 13195)
I bought mine a wally world

Chris.......I seen these, but they all showed pictures of motorcycles, did not know if they would be good enough or what, I don't have tons of track time in actually. Zacharyx had some good info that I will use..............thanks Zach
Dorchester did not use to require any helmet............shows how long its been since I was there.

Zacharyx 02-28-2008 07:59 AM

They probably get a much cheaper insurance rate if they require helmets for everyone.

snakeplissken 02-28-2008 08:34 AM

As the ad goes, if you have a $10 head buy a $10 helmet......

You might want to check out www.racingjunk.com.

Here's a link for Pyrotec open face for $99:

http://www.racingjunk.com/post/84378...E-AS-CASH.html

If you go with a motorcycle helmet go to Cycle Gear on Dorchester Rd. near Leeds.

1iron 02-28-2008 09:04 AM

Pep Boys

Paul

LXtasy 02-28-2008 07:43 PM

Walmart here. It is SNELL approved and DOT approved.

DolSVT00 02-28-2008 09:41 PM

yup wally world motorcycle helmet, hell I use a helmet for a dirt bike :hb:


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