[naz]

EDIT: i have strong opinions against riding with insufficient gear.. PM me if you want to chat about gear.. i won't highjack your thread


i purchased my helmet for around $200 as well. and right now it (HJC AC-12) is on closeout at for $119

http://www.newenough.com/browse/closeouts/helmets

it has a lot of nice features (removable lining, anti fog faceshield, composite material (not polycarbonate), good venting) and it HJC's top model (not sure if that is worth anything though. haha)

suomy, arai and shoei helmets are all very nice.. but they are $$$

also, if this is your first time getting a helmet i suggest going to a shop to get help. a proper helmet will feel tight the first time you wear it.. but there is a difference between tight 'good' and tight 'i'm going to get pressure spots after 30min' that you won't know until you have worn MC helmets for a while..

and don't get a used helmet.. the tightness in a helmet goes away and gets comfy because the liner molds to your face a little bit.. you won't get that level of fit with a used lid.. also.. the liner degrades after time (helmets should be replaced every 5yrs) and you could be buying something on the used market that won't protect you like it should in a crash