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Old Feb 25, 2006 | 02:26 AM
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Does anyone have any recommendations on places that sell Auto Helmets in the South Bay? Also, what is the difference between an auto vs moto one? Is it the weight? When I used to ride, I had an Arai, which I loved. I hear they make good auto helmets too. How does it compare against Snell or other brands?
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Old Feb 25, 2006 | 06:53 AM
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walmart...lol, im not kidding either haha...oh wait, you must have meant GOOD helmets haha
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Old Feb 25, 2006 | 08:49 AM
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wallmart sells motorcycle helmets.
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Old Feb 25, 2006 | 12:12 PM
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a good auto helmet would be simpson you can get them from jegs or summit racing equipment(800-230-3030) i cant remember jeg's number right off hand but you can look at the helmets online.
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It's in Oakland not the south bay but these guys have a huge selection.
http://www.bellmotorsports.com/

The race shop at infineon raceway has helmets also. You could always go to cycle gear and get a motorcycle helmet. The main difference is fire protection.

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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 08:59 AM
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Originally Posted by daveh
Most HPDE's are looking for the SA2000 rating which motorcycle helmets carry.
SA is Auto Racing
MA is Motorcycle

The difference is fire protection, the idea being you probably wont get trapped in a motorcycle that catches on fire.

Chris
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 09:50 AM
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Originally Posted by daveh
Most HPDE's are looking for the SA2000 rating which motorcycle helmets carry.
Doh! I just sold my Arai RX7-RR Hayden too!
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Where can I try healmets for correct size. I bellive it has to fit tight for safety.
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