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Title: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: vincheung on May 18, 2010, 12:13:51 PM .
Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: RBX QB on May 18, 2010, 12:21:06 PM Looks like the light would play on the inside of the faceshield and create new problems.
Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: Javamoose on May 18, 2010, 12:21:30 PM Pretty sure those would A) Destroy night vision and B) Screw up your peripheral vision or both.
Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: Spidey on May 18, 2010, 12:28:58 PM Bad idea (for the reasons above).
Additionally, I don't think they'll help cars see you during the day. If you're concerned, get a solid yellow or white helmet (good daytime visibility) and put reflective material on it for night time. And wear a bright yellow reflective vest. Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: Popeye the Sailor on May 18, 2010, 12:30:08 PM Have you considered a disco helmet?
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=23022.15 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=23022.15) Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: vincheung on May 18, 2010, 12:32:27 PM .
Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: Monster Dave on May 18, 2010, 12:39:33 PM My Akuma has one inside - but you should NEVER ride with them lit. it's very useful when you're looking for your keys or need to see something in the dark while you're off your bike, but it could cause an accident if used while riding.
If I recall, when I got the helmet there were disclaimers galore about when not to use the LED. (http://www.surfsidemoto.com/images/AkumaGhostRider.jpg) It works great though - bright as the sun! For increased visability, it does have rear red lights worked in with the theme of the helmet. It's themed after an F-14 so they represent my afterburners!! [cheeky] Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: vincheung on May 18, 2010, 02:03:56 PM .
Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: the_Journeyman on May 18, 2010, 02:51:05 PM I can see the problems mentioned with the positioning of the lights. I like the Akuma above though ~
JM Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: somegirl on May 18, 2010, 02:53:56 PM A reflective vest does wonders for visibility.
Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: krolik on May 18, 2010, 04:38:06 PM My Akuma has one inside - but you should NEVER ride with them lit. it's very useful when you're looking for your keys or need to see something in the dark while you're off your bike, but it could cause an accident if used while riding. If I recall, when I got the helmet there were disclaimers galore about when not to use the LED. (http://www.surfsidemoto.com/images/AkumaGhostRider.jpg) It works great though - bright as the sun! For increased visability, it does have rear red lights worked in with the theme of the helmet. It's themed after an F-14 so they represent my afterburners!! [cheeky] Does Maverick know that you have his helmet? ;D Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: bulldogs2k on May 18, 2010, 06:28:43 PM In Va, you can get pulled over for blue or red lights in the front since it mimics [leo] lights. At least that's what happened to a friend.
Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: Monster Dave on May 19, 2010, 04:50:46 AM Does Maverick know that you have his helmet? ;D LOL - I took it when he wasn't looking!!! ...because "I have a need, a need, for speed!" that helmet has to look badass when its foggy or misty out w/ the rear leds It does! I've been told that the LED's in the back do help with visibility. ...I like the Akuma above though Hey thanks! It's my favorite "themed" helmet to date. I've always been a fan of military themed gear. I started out with this one themed from a P-51 Mustang: (http://www.motorcycle-accessories-wiseguy.com/image-files/vr2-force_bluemetshld.jpg) Anyway, back to the thread topic, I believe that it's illegal to ride with a front LED on as well. Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: Fergus on May 19, 2010, 06:39:10 AM They'd be cool as blinkers...
Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: vincheung on May 19, 2010, 02:56:20 PM .
Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: bulldogs2k on May 19, 2010, 05:34:37 PM Haha, i hear in VA you get pulled over for everything anyway. It would be ok for me, i use those lights at work everyday [evil] True! Title: Re: Helmet lights? I havent really seen them around good idea or bad? Post by: Mojo S2R on May 19, 2010, 09:08:35 PM Wouldn't lights near your face mean more bugs on your visor at night? Doesn't seem like a very good idea to have them on while riding at night. Maybe not an issue for city dwellers except for the reasons mentioned above.
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