New Lid Ordered... What A Deal!

Discussion in 'Clothing & Gadgets' started by MikeyBobBlack, Feb 16, 2018.

  1. MikeyBobBlack

    MikeyBobBlack Member

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    #1 MikeyBobBlack, Feb 16, 2018
    I had been searching for a new lid for a little while and had narrowed it down to 2 or 3. The Bell Bullit in matte black with an iridium visor was starting to win me over but then I happened to spot the Ace Cafe Blackjack Carbon for just £289!

    It has exactly the same carbon shell as used on the flat black carbon bullit which costs £500. Granted the blackjack design isn’t what I was really looking for but at that price I thought it worth taking on. In any case I actually plan to remove the paint and to take it back to an all CF base.

    Here’s a pic as it looks now... i’ll Post a pic to show how it looks once I’ve removed the paint ;)

    https://www.thetriumphforum.com/att...5/?temp_hash=ad1c9809057edc036e226467708488e1

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  2. Exuptoy

    Exuptoy Senior Member

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    #2 Exuptoy, Feb 16, 2018
    I bought a Bell M5X Daytona in carbon last year for £125 on Amazon. There were loads for sale.

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  3. MikeyBobBlack

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    #3 MikeyBobBlack, Feb 16, 2018
    That seems like a good deal too... although not the right kind of lid for the look I’m after. I sure do love carbon though! :)
     
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  4. Gopherit

    Gopherit New Member

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    #4 Gopherit, Feb 16, 2018
    You might find by removing the paint you void the compliance of the helmet rendering it unsafe and non-compliant (illegal). If you crash this could create a world of problems and become a VERY expensive move! Just MHO tho!
     
  5. MikeyBobBlack

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    #5 MikeyBobBlack, Feb 16, 2018
    Actually this did occur to me but from the research I’ve done it seems it isn’t an issue. The paint itself has nothing to do with the compliance of the helmet and so long as the nature of the shell itself isn’t compromised in anyway it will remain compliant.
     
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  6. Exuptoy

    Exuptoy Senior Member

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    #6 Exuptoy, Feb 16, 2018
    I agree, plenty of people get custom paint on their helmets (sounds painful :) ), I think that as long as it is a composite helmet and not a cheap polycarbonate one there is no issue with paints, but I suppose these days of water based paint that wouldn't be an issue?
     
  7. Exuptoy

    Exuptoy Senior Member

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    #7 Exuptoy, Feb 16, 2018
  8. Rich Bryce

    Rich Bryce Dead Eye Dick

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    #8 Rich Bryce, Feb 16, 2018
    I had a red Bell Daytona. I found the viewing area a tad narrow so it squeezed my brow and so had to look up at an awkward angle. It seemed more like a sit-back car/cart lid than one specifically designed for motorcycles. I suggest you try it on while on your bike to make sure the viewing angle works for you.
     
  9. chuk

    chuk Senior Member
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    #9 chuk, Feb 17, 2018
    absolute steal at that price i had a nexx carbon and it was over £300,have looked but at bell carbon but well over £200 cheapest price.
     
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  10. Jerry Winder

    Jerry Winder Well-Known Member

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    #10 Jerry Winder, Feb 17, 2018
    The missus got me one of these, X Lite 802RR Carbon, for christmas a couple of years ago, lovely helmet, beautifully finished and light as a feather. For some reason I don't really wear it much though as I prefer my Shoei.

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  11. chuk

    chuk Senior Member
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    #11 chuk, Feb 17, 2018
    punt it on unless its a spare nice looking lid that widnt mind it ma self.
     
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