So I got in my Icon Alliance Torrent Helmet and DS shield from TJ at RidersDiscount yesterday (Helmets MSRP is $225, shields was $40, I got it all for $205 shipped!, which is why I only buy from TJ lol):
I LOVE the helmet, it fits great, feels great, I couldn't fog it up when I tried. (Sadly this all took place in my living room as it's 20 degrees here :laugh: )
However, the only thing I can't stand about the helmet is the shield locking system. I do like it for the fact that it seems very safe, and I wouldn't worry about the shield opening in a crash if latched. However it is EXTREMELY hard to open the shield from the locked position.
I think the shield needs a bigger tab so you can actually get the leverage needed in order to open the shield semi easily.
However the helmets brand new, and it may wear down and becoming easier after a little while. If anybody has experience with this system it would be appreciated if you would chime in :nod:
I'll post up some good pics of the helmet for you guys later, that aren't stock pics, since there really isn't any online lol
I LOVE the helmet, it fits great, feels great, I couldn't fog it up when I tried. (Sadly this all took place in my living room as it's 20 degrees here :laugh: )
However, the only thing I can't stand about the helmet is the shield locking system. I do like it for the fact that it seems very safe, and I wouldn't worry about the shield opening in a crash if latched. However it is EXTREMELY hard to open the shield from the locked position.
I think the shield needs a bigger tab so you can actually get the leverage needed in order to open the shield semi easily.
However the helmets brand new, and it may wear down and becoming easier after a little while. If anybody has experience with this system it would be appreciated if you would chime in :nod:
I'll post up some good pics of the helmet for you guys later, that aren't stock pics, since there really isn't any online lol