Is it bad luck to wear a helmet you went down on?

[R0cket]

So I went down in January and getting there with the bike and I want to know is it bad luck to wear a helmet you went down on. The bike went down and Im going to ride it again after a new wire harness and subframe.

Its only going to cost me 150 for the shield 100 and 25 or so for the side bracket

Or I should just have it painted
Heres a pic.

[speedylocksmith]

luck has nothing to do with it, the helmet should not be worn because the inner shell is most definately cracked and will not help you properly if you go down again.

[HondaHugger]

Originally Posted by speedylocksmith

luck has nothing to do with it, the helmet should not be worn because the inner shell is most definately cracked and will not help you properly if you go down again.

glad you said it because I was going to.

I'd be a little less concerned with luck and more concerned with safety.

[Mass Junkie]

Damn you really love that helmet huh? I remember the day of your accident how you were bitching about the scratch your lady just put on the helmet! Like the others have said retire it, and get yourself a new one! You Know the importance that good gear makes!

[alecracing]

You can go down on a helmet???


you must have a BIG mouth

[R0cket]

Helmet was xrayed no cracks or anything just really dont want to dish out another 600

[ChrisMia]

i wouldn't chance it...no cracks, but it may not "hold up" like new next time you go down.

try contacting suomy and cry to them for a new one. tell them how much you loved it and value them...you never know

[speedylocksmith]

If it's been xrayed and no cracks then it's a judgement call. In all sanctioned racing, any helmet that has been down is not allowed to be used again and it can't be any older then 2 years IIRC

[XxNishaxX]

Originally Posted by speedylocksmith

luck has nothing to do with it, the helmet should not be worn because the inner shell is most definately cracked and will not help you properly if you go down again.

Yes, you should not be wearing ANY helmet that has had any kind of impact. If you happen to wear it and go down again, it might not protect you as it SHOULD. So be careful. Its not worth risking it. Buy yourself a new helmet, you'll be satisfied in the long run.

You also don't have to spend $600 for a replacement. Scorpion helmets are great helmets and they aren't as pricey.

Good luck and be safe.

[SecondChance99]

Originally Posted by alecracing

You can go down on a helmet???


you must have a BIG mouth

[phantom]

I boought a brand new Shoei for $325.00.

You don't wanna spend the money now, how much will brain damage cost you

later ??

Ditch the helmet.........

[HANS]

Originally Posted by speedylocksmith

luck has nothing to do with it, the helmet should not be worn because the inner shell is most definately cracked and will not help you properly if you go down again.

what this man said. your brain and life is worth every penny you dump into a helmet, as you can tell from that one

[993ti]

Use the helmet to put flowers in it.
Even if you let the helmet fall, it's only good to look at from then on.
You can x-ray it all you want, the x-rays won't show the strength.

I really like my Shoei but it's going to be replaced soon even though it has no scratches and seems fine.
The lovely ladies at Shoei did check it though when they replaced some parts (which weren't even broken, lol).
It's a service Shoei offers.
Btw, does Shoei offer the same service in the states?
Here in holland, it's free and if you happen to loose parts or need to readjust the visor, it won't cost you anything.

[Rabbit_Racer]

Helmets are like Condoms and syringes. You use them only ONCE. It has done its job and needs to be thrown away at that point.

[R0cket]

Yeah Yeah I get it Thanks