Helmet Needed

[Audie1]

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

[slowgreen99]

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]

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]

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

[chrisheltra]

I bought mine a wally world

[Zacharyx]

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]

Originally Posted by chrisheltra

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]

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

[snakeplissken]

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]

Pep Boys

Paul

[LXtasy]

Walmart here. It is SNELL approved and DOT approved.

[DolSVT00]

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