New Helmet

gen2max · 09-12-2011, 05:47 PM

I've been seriously thinking about getting one of these. I can then get rid of the fugly mirrors on my bike. Does anyone own one? They just got DOT rated.
http://www.vision-helmets.com/

mikefsu · 09-12-2011, 05:55 PM

Technically you can't get rid of your mirrors because the Tax Agents will get you if you do.

Jett · 09-12-2011, 05:58 PM

Put this technology in a helmet that has already made a name for itself and I would love it but I am pretty skeptical when it comes to new helmet brands. Even a lower end brand would work (hjc, scorpion, etc., etc.)

blueline15 · 09-12-2011, 06:02 PM

I think that would bug me....seeing the colors change in my peripheral no matter where I looked.

It least with mirrors they are far enough from my eyes they arent constantly picking up the moving terrain behind me.

Just me.

Lepy · 09-12-2011, 07:30 PM

Hmmm... I like the idea.

McRib06 · 09-12-2011, 07:37 PM

Cool concept but I think mikefsu is right, no mirrors equals money back to the state.

bluerose · 09-12-2011, 08:28 PM

(1) Every motor vehicle shall be equipped with a mirror mounted on the left side of the vehicle and so located to reflect to the driver a view of the highway for a distance of at least two hundred feet to the rear of such vehicle.

(2) Every motor vehicle shall be equipped with an additional mirror mounted either inside the vehicle approximately in the center or outside the vehicle on the right side and so located as to reflect to the driver a view of the highway for a distance of at least two hundred feet to the rear of such vehicle.
RCW 46.37.400

So technically you could get rid of your right mirror

RR ICE · 09-12-2011, 08:35 PM

These helmets have been out for awhile in italy and england i believe, i think its a great idea i def would like to try it out before i bought it though!! Does anyone know how much they cost? i went on the site and it says they were E245 or so, what the heck does the E stand for? can anyone convert that to american money?? lol!!

blueline15 · 09-12-2011, 08:45 PM

Originally Posted by RR ICE

These helmets have been out for awhile in italy and england i believe, i think its a great idea i def would like to try it out before i bought it though!! Does anyone know how much they cost? i went on the site and it says they were E245 or so, what the heck does the E stand for? can anyone convert that to american money?? lol!!

I assume it Euro's. And according to google, $245 euro is about $335 USD. Sounds on par with what I would expect.

karnagebusa · 09-12-2011, 08:51 PM

Just curious on the performance of the helmet.Fit, noise etc.

davidk · 09-12-2011, 09:04 PM

Killer idea - Like the "heads up" displays in some 'Vettes and Caddies I think...
I would like not having to move my whole head to check the rear as I do now with bar-ends...
Battery life??
Performance is the BIG issue though..

nemisis714 · 09-12-2011, 10:37 PM

Originally Posted by davidk

Killer idea - Like the "heads up" displays in some 'Vettes and Caddies I think...
I would like not having to move my whole head to check the rear as I do now with bar-ends...
Battery life??
Performance is the BIG issue though..

Looks like no batteries involved, just looks like a series of reflectors from where you see to the rear of the helmet.... think of it like a fancy milk carton periscope

R6Roller · 09-12-2011, 10:47 PM

Think of the all the headlights at night. No thank you.

UhOh · 09-12-2011, 11:11 PM

Originally Posted by Lepy

Hmmm... I like the idea.

- give it a try. Seriously. Then let us know how it works in practice after a month.

nsrg500 · 09-13-2011, 04:23 AM

Be great if you could hold your head still enough to get clear view of what's behind you.
I think you'd get a good look at the sky if you're riding in a tuck?
If it had a remote switch on the bar you could use it to check out the chick behind you...oh yea and for cops. Then shut it off so it wouldn't be distracting.

Guess you could do the same thing with two small cameras hook to what would be your mirrors?

gen2max · 09-13-2011, 05:27 AM

I'm going to order one today. 249 euros is about $340.00. Here's an email I recieved from the manufacturer:

Here is the long awaited hand crafted RV MSX1, DOT / ECE 22.05. INMETRO accredited graphic helmet visors and accessories.
I can now at long last point you to the online solution at www.vision-helmets.com Your first in the world rear view helmet is on SALE for the introductory price of ONLY £249, we are shipping internationally for ONLY £19.99. Please check your head size from the sizing chart which you will find under (Motorsports) (Sports helmet sizes) for a snug fit.
The Reevuhelmet has been over engineered and tested to United Nations ECE22.05. USA DOT. South American INMETRO. Only recently passing the Australian NBR74:71 As well as British ACU Gold racing approval. It has fully interchangeable liners and cheek pads, with tinted visors front and rear. The helmet also has the option of two nose guards large and small and is ready to accept blue tooth system.
Copy and paste links into browser. See the latest product updates and converstaion from users of the latest Reevu invention. http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/p...46032595440779
Best Regards

Dave

Reevu

gen2max · 09-13-2011, 05:33 AM

Originally Posted by bluerose

(1) Every motor vehicle shall be equipped with a mirror mounted on the left side of the vehicle and so located to reflect to the driver a view of the highway for a distance of at least two hundred feet to the rear of such vehicle.

(2) Every motor vehicle shall be equipped with an additional mirror mounted either inside the vehicle approximately in the center or outside the vehicle on the right side and so located as to reflect to the driver a view of the highway for a distance of at least two hundred feet to the rear of such vehicle.
RCW 46.37.400

So technically you could get rid of your right mirror

Crap! Hmmm.... Technically the mirror is mounted to my head and I'm mounted to my bike. I wonder..... On the other hand, I don't need an excuse to be pulled over.

kzam · 09-13-2011, 06:27 AM

The law just says you need some mirrors on the bike, it doesn't say how large they have to be or whether or not you actually have to USE them.

Some of the reviews for this helmet say it takes some getting used to but you learn to only pay attention to stuff behind you when you need to. The rest of the time, you don't notice it.

I would like to give it a try but I would hate to buy a helmet without trying it on.

If you do order one, please post again to let us know what you think. It sounds like an incredibly cool idea.

bluerose · 09-13-2011, 06:49 AM

It does look like a cool helmet, and I agree it would be awesome to hear form someone who has tried it.

gen2max · 09-13-2011, 07:24 AM

I'll post my findings.


09-12-2011, 05:47 PM	#1
gen2max Endorsed Joined: May 2011 From: Banjo Land I Ride: 09 Vmax	New Helmet Look Ma no mirrors. I've been seriously thinking about getting one of these. I can then get rid of the fugly mirrors on my bike. Does anyone own one? They just got DOT rated. http://www.vision-helmets.com/ __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by gen2max; 09-12-2011 at 05:53 PM..


09-12-2011, 05:55 PM	#2
mikefsu Streetfighter Joined: May 2007 From: The non rider peninsula Blog Entries: 2 I Ride: One with wheels	Technically you can't get rid of your mirrors because the Tax Agents will get you if you do. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-12-2011, 05:58 PM	#3
Jett Pit Crew Joined: Jan 2011 From: Salem, OR I Ride: 84 Yamaha RZ 350 Kenny Roberts	Put this technology in a helmet that has already made a name for itself and I would love it but I am pretty skeptical when it comes to new helmet brands. Even a lower end brand would work (hjc, scorpion, etc., etc.) __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-12-2011, 06:02 PM	#4
blueline15 Race Qualifier Joined: Aug 2008 From: Where the snow falls Blog Entries: 3 I Ride: one with two wheels	I think that would bug me....seeing the colors change in my peripheral no matter where I looked. It least with mirrors they are far enough from my eyes they arent constantly picking up the moving terrain behind me. Just me. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-12-2011, 07:30 PM	#5
Lepy Peg Dragger Joined: Mar 2010 From: Easy street Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: because it tickles	Hmmm... I like the idea. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-12-2011, 07:37 PM	#6
McRib06 Pit Crew Joined: Nov 2010 From: Silverdale, Wa I Ride: 2011 Triumph Daytona 675SE / 2006 Yamaha R6 (Sold)	Cool concept but I think mikefsu is right, no mirrors equals money back to the state. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-12-2011, 08:28 PM	#7
bluerose Licensed Joined: May 2010 From: Edmonds, WA I Ride: 2009 Ninja 250, 1995 Honda Shadow, 2002 Harley Electraglide	(1) Every motor vehicle shall be equipped with a mirror mounted on the left side of the vehicle and so located to reflect to the driver a view of the highway for a distance of at least two hundred feet to the rear of such vehicle. (2) Every motor vehicle shall be equipped with an additional mirror mounted either inside the vehicle approximately in the center or outside the vehicle on the right side and so located as to reflect to the driver a view of the highway for a distance of at least two hundred feet to the rear of such vehicle. RCW 46.37.400 So technically you could get rid of your right mirror __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-12-2011, 08:35 PM	#8
RR ICE Permit Joined: May 2010 From: port ludlow washington I Ride: Honda cbr 900rr/96 GSXR-750/ 02 TL1000R	These helmets have been out for awhile in italy and england i believe, i think its a great idea i def would like to try it out before i bought it though!! Does anyone know how much they cost? i went on the site and it says they were E245 or so, what the heck does the E stand for? can anyone convert that to american money?? lol!! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-12-2011, 08:51 PM	#10
karnagebusa Licensed Joined: Jul 2011 From: Tumwater WA> I Ride: Busa, YZ250,RM250.YZ250F	Just curious on the performance of the helmet.Fit, noise etc. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-12-2011, 09:04 PM	#11
davidk Railer Joined: Mar 2010 From: Bainbridge Island, WA I Ride: 2001 BLUE Ducati ST4	Killer idea - Like the "heads up" displays in some 'Vettes and Caddies I think... I would like not having to move my whole head to check the rear as I do now with bar-ends... Battery life?? Performance is the BIG issue though.. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-12-2011, 10:47 PM	#13
R6Roller Shredder Joined: Apr 2010 From: Olympia, WA Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: Yamaha.	Think of the all the headlights at night. No thank you. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-13-2011, 04:23 AM	#15
nsrg500 Shredder Joined: May 2011 From: Everett. WA I Ride: GS1150 Rat bike, NSR(G)500cc two stroke,CBR 900rr	Be great if you could hold your head still enough to get clear view of what's behind you. I think you'd get a good look at the sky if you're riding in a tuck? If it had a remote switch on the bar you could use it to check out the chick behind you...oh yea and for cops. Then shut it off so it wouldn't be distracting. Guess you could do the same thing with two small cameras hook to what would be your mirrors? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-13-2011, 05:27 AM	#16
gen2max Endorsed Joined: May 2011 From: Banjo Land I Ride: 09 Vmax	I'm going to order one today. 249 euros is about $340.00. Here's an email I recieved from the manufacturer: Here is the long awaited hand crafted RV MSX1, DOT / ECE 22.05. INMETRO accredited graphic helmet visors and accessories. I can now at long last point you to the online solution at www.vision-helmets.com Your first in the world rear view helmet is on SALE for the introductory price of ONLY £249, we are shipping internationally for ONLY £19.99. Please check your head size from the sizing chart which you will find under (Motorsports) (Sports helmet sizes) for a snug fit. The Reevuhelmet has been over engineered and tested to United Nations ECE22.05. USA DOT. South American INMETRO. Only recently passing the Australian NBR74:71 As well as British ACU Gold racing approval. It has fully interchangeable liners and cheek pads, with tinted visors front and rear. The helmet also has the option of two nose guards large and small and is ready to accept blue tooth system. Copy and paste links into browser. See the latest product updates and converstaion from users of the latest Reevu invention. http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/p...46032595440779 Best Regards Dave Reevu __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-13-2011, 06:27 AM	#18
kzam Permit Joined: Aug 2011 From: Portland, Oregon I Ride: a skateboard	The law just says you need some mirrors on the bike, it doesn't say how large they have to be or whether or not you actually have to USE them. Some of the reviews for this helmet say it takes some getting used to but you learn to only pay attention to stuff behind you when you need to. The rest of the time, you don't notice it. I would like to give it a try but I would hate to buy a helmet without trying it on. If you do order one, please post again to let us know what you think. It sounds like an incredibly cool idea. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by kzam; 09-13-2011 at 06:33 AM..


09-13-2011, 06:49 AM	#19
bluerose Licensed Joined: May 2010 From: Edmonds, WA I Ride: 2009 Ninja 250, 1995 Honda Shadow, 2002 Harley Electraglide	It does look like a cool helmet, and I agree it would be awesome to hear form someone who has tried it. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-13-2011, 07:24 AM	#20
gen2max Endorsed Joined: May 2011 From: Banjo Land I Ride: 09 Vmax	I'll post my findings. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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