Upstate MOTORCYCLE CHAT thread
02-06-2015, 09:59 AM
#1941
02-13-2015, 09:51 AM
#1943
02-25-2015, 04:51 AM
#1946
Conedodger
Was just wondering how you like the Shoei xr-1100 you bought. I see that Shoei no longer produces this model and wonder how long parts will be available. Like for example vents, shields and inside pads. Locally I can purchase the xr-1100 for 314€ and the NXR for 417€. The UK helmet rating site rates both and the XR-1100 has the next step better side impact. The manuals show them to be similar. The biggest difference seems to be the XR-1100 has replaceable vents. Can you wear glasses with the XR-1100? Do you know what year the XR-1100 was discontinued?
Was just wondering how you like the Shoei xr-1100 you bought. I see that Shoei no longer produces this model and wonder how long parts will be available. Like for example vents, shields and inside pads. Locally I can purchase the xr-1100 for 314€ and the NXR for 417€. The UK helmet rating site rates both and the XR-1100 has the next step better side impact. The manuals show them to be similar. The biggest difference seems to be the XR-1100 has replaceable vents. Can you wear glasses with the XR-1100? Do you know what year the XR-1100 was discontinued?
02-25-2015, 04:54 AM
#1947
02-25-2015, 05:22 AM
#1948
Conedodger
Was just wondering how you like the Shoei xr-1100 you bought. I see that Shoei no longer produces this model and wonder how long parts will be available. Like for example vents, shields and inside pads. I like the 1100, but with the onset of winter, I haven't been able to try it on the bike yet. It is a nice snug fit. The venting appears to be improved. The shield has been redesigned to be spring loaded. (No more adjusting to eliminate wind noise and drafts.) I have never had any problems getting shields or pads for older helmets.
Locally I can purchase the xr-1100 for 314€ and the NXR for 417€. The UK helmet rating site rates both and the XR-1100 has the next step better side impact. The manuals show them to be similar. The biggest difference seems to be the XR-1100 has replaceable vents. I've never had to replace a vent on a Shoei helmet. I suppose if you banged it into something it might be possible to break one, but I think that is unlikely.
Can you wear glasses with the XR-1100? I wore sunglasses with my old 1000. I haven't tried them with the 1100, but I see no reason why I wouldn't be able to. I do know that I have to be a little careful to pick a frame with straight arms so it is easier to slide the glasses on after putting the helmet on.
Do you know what year the XR-1100 was discontinued? I do not.
Was just wondering how you like the Shoei xr-1100 you bought. I see that Shoei no longer produces this model and wonder how long parts will be available. Like for example vents, shields and inside pads. I like the 1100, but with the onset of winter, I haven't been able to try it on the bike yet. It is a nice snug fit. The venting appears to be improved. The shield has been redesigned to be spring loaded. (No more adjusting to eliminate wind noise and drafts.) I have never had any problems getting shields or pads for older helmets.
Locally I can purchase the xr-1100 for 314€ and the NXR for 417€. The UK helmet rating site rates both and the XR-1100 has the next step better side impact. The manuals show them to be similar. The biggest difference seems to be the XR-1100 has replaceable vents. I've never had to replace a vent on a Shoei helmet. I suppose if you banged it into something it might be possible to break one, but I think that is unlikely.
Can you wear glasses with the XR-1100? I wore sunglasses with my old 1000. I haven't tried them with the 1100, but I see no reason why I wouldn't be able to. I do know that I have to be a little careful to pick a frame with straight arms so it is easier to slide the glasses on after putting the helmet on.
Do you know what year the XR-1100 was discontinued? I do not.
02-25-2015, 05:36 AM
#1950
Riche-
The RF1200 was new in late 2013, so that must be when the RF1100 was discontinued.
The RF1200 comes with a pin-lock shield which is a plus in my book. The pin-lock shield and insert is $80. I will have to order one for my RF1100, as it didn't come with it.
The RF1200 was new in late 2013, so that must be when the RF1100 was discontinued.
The RF1200 comes with a pin-lock shield which is a plus in my book. The pin-lock shield and insert is $80. I will have to order one for my RF1100, as it didn't come with it.