Bit Stupid, but where/how do I tell what rating a helmet has?

Joekerr · 05-29-2009, 01:10 PM

I guess I'm looking for one that is SA2005 since it can be used everywhere?

Full face as well. I was thinking HJC CF, but its expensive!!

I'm sure Simpson is no better...

And they say the helmet is DOT / SNELL approved...but no SA2005 rating?

I'm such a noob.

Joekerr · 05-29-2009, 02:36 PM

Ahhh...google. I found that the HJC is SNELL A2005, which is good. I'd still be more comfortable if I could find a sticker on the helmet, but I think I need to look for an orange SA one...good stuff.

If I'm misled, someone let me know!

Thanks

lib · 05-29-2009, 02:58 PM

I'm assuming that helmet has a snap-out liner. If so, look under the liner.

Icedog_16 · 05-29-2009, 03:04 PM

Been awhile since I've had a helmet, but IIRC the Snell rating can be found on the tag. I also remember a sticker on mine.

You can find a list of SA2005-rated helmets here: http://snellfoundation.com/

S4to335 · 05-29-2009, 04:14 PM

I just bounce it off the asphalt..if it bounces more that 25 inches..it is an SA...under..means its an M.

nicknaz · 05-31-2009, 10:27 PM

there's a sticker underneath the helmet liner that says what the certification is (it is right on the foam, you can't miss it)

there are many opinions out there, but i think if you don't have a rollbar M helmet is ok because the differences between M and SA are multiple impact, flame retardant and field of vision size. some say its better to have an open face helmet if you have an airbag so the chin guard doesn't break your jaw if the air bag deploys. FWIW i use M2005 rated full face helmet (HJC AC12) newenough.com is a great source for motorcycle gear (all the stuff is brand new)

aus · 06-01-2009, 12:48 AM

With a Bell helmet, it's a sticker between the padding.

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Joekerr Banned 7943 Rep 1,923 Posts Drives: 2017 Audi S6 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	Bit Stupid, but where/how do I tell what rating a helmet has? I guess I'm looking for one that is SA2005 since it can be used everywhere? Full face as well. I was thinking HJC CF, but its expensive!! I'm sure Simpson is no better... And they say the helmet is DOT / SNELL approved...but no SA2005 rating? I'm such a noob.
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Joekerr Banned 7943 Rep 1,923 Posts Drives: 2017 Audi S6 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	Ahhh...google. I found that the HJC is SNELL A2005, which is good. I'd still be more comfortable if I could find a sticker on the helmet, but I think I need to look for an orange SA one...good stuff. If I'm misled, someone let me know! Thanks
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lib Major 148 Rep 1,401 Posts Drives: <This space for rent> Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ATX iTrader: (0)	I'm assuming that helmet has a snap-out liner. If so, look under the liner.
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Icedog_16 No Member 8 Rep 428 Posts Drives: 2011 E92 335is Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Tampa, FL iTrader: (1)	Been awhile since I've had a helmet, but IIRC the Snell rating can be found on the tag. I also remember a sticker on mine. You can find a list of SA2005-rated helmets here: http://snellfoundation.com/
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S4to335 Brigadier General 475 Rep 4,380 Posts Drives: 2014 Audi A4 / 91 Track Miata Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: San Jose, CA iTrader: (5) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i sedan [8.00]	I just bounce it off the asphalt..if it bounces more that 25 inches..it is an SA...under..means its an M. __________________ Car is now gone .... :-(
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nicknaz Lieutenant General 3195 Rep 10,509 Posts Drives: C6Z Join Date: May 2008 Location: NorCal iTrader: (0)	there's a sticker underneath the helmet liner that says what the certification is (it is right on the foam, you can't miss it) there are many opinions out there, but i think if you don't have a rollbar M helmet is ok because the differences between M and SA are multiple impact, flame retardant and field of vision size. some say its better to have an open face helmet if you have an airbag so the chin guard doesn't break your jaw if the air bag deploys. FWIW i use M2005 rated full face helmet (HJC AC12) newenough.com is a great source for motorcycle gear (all the stuff is brand new)
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aus Major General 922 Rep 9,032 Posts Drives: Odysse Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Seal Beach, CA iTrader: (10)	With a Bell helmet, it's a sticker between the padding. __________________ Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by some of the top engineers in the world because some guys sponsored by a company told you it's "better??" But when you ask the same guy about tracking, "oh no, I have a kid now" or "I just detailed my car." or "i just got new tires."
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