Twoply 0 #1 March 27, 2010 Anyone know where I can have a DOT rated motorcycle helmet made that would resemble a Clone Trooper's? Yes I did really just ask that and I would wear it. Whatever. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 212 #2 March 27, 2010 QuoteAnyone know where I can have a DOT rated motorcycle helmet made that would resemble a Clone Trooper's? Yes I did really just ask that and I would wear it. Whatever. I'm sure whoever did this one can accommodate you.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #3 March 27, 2010 i cant see anyone making a one off for DOT approval, but perhaps someone can modify an existing DOT approved helmet to suit? DOT approval cost quite a bit of $$$You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 212 #4 March 27, 2010 This guy has one - don't know how safe it is or if it is legal - but - it's cool in a weird kinda way.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #5 March 27, 2010 Quote This guy has one - don't know how safe it is or if it is legal - but - it's cool in a weird kinda way. What guy?You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 212 #6 March 27, 2010 Quote Quote This guy has one - don't know how safe it is or if it is legal - but - it's cool in a weird kinda way. What guy? He's invisible . . . But I have corrected that . . . I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,339 #7 March 27, 2010 Quotei cant see anyone making a one off for DOT approval, but perhaps someone can modify an existing DOT approved helmet to suit? DOT approval cost quite a bit of $$$ I would think you could have someone add the rest of the Clone Trooper gear to one of THESE."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jbag 0 #8 March 27, 2010 i dont see how a storm trooper helmet isnt DOT. they are fucking storm troopers!!!!!!!! and storm troopers rock!IHYD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hooknswoop 19 #9 March 27, 2010 QuoteDOT approval cost quite a bit of $$$ No, it doesn't. In order to be DOT approved, the manufacturer must believe the helmet would pass the tests. No actual testing required. Every year, a bunch of DOT approved helmets are independently tested. About half fail. http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/testing/comply/fmvss218/ SNELL testing is a whole different animal. Derek V Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #10 March 27, 2010 QuoteQuoteDOT approval cost quite a bit of $$$ No, it doesn't. In order to be DOT approved, the manufacturer must believe the helmet would pass the tests. No actual testing required. Every year, a bunch of DOT approved helmets are independently tested. About half fail. http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/testing/comply/fmvss218/ SNELL testing is a whole different animal. Derek V wow didn't know that, to get ANY sort of safety approval here you HAVE to get them tested by a recognised authority and pay for the testing and certification Which costs a considerable amount here.You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #11 March 27, 2010 You could start with a Simpson ... like these Simpson Helmets (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #12 March 27, 2010 Quote You could start with a Simpson ... like these Simpson Helmets A mate has one of those paint like a skull, it's really well done. Not Aussie compliant mind you tjhough he brought it out with him, from the old dartYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hooknswoop 19 #13 March 28, 2010 Most people in the U.S don't know it eitherDerek V Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shah269 0 #14 March 29, 2010 Well...I'm not sure how the aero or the visibility on that would be. I mean you could get one of these (which I own) http://www.no2.speedmotorcycleclothing.net/img/p/19-95-large.jpg and maybe have some one overlay some paint and some stickers on it?Life through good thoughts, good words, and good deeds is necessary to ensure happiness and to keep chaos at bay. The only thing that falls from the sky is birdshit and fools! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zep 0 #15 March 29, 2010 QuoteQuotei cant see anyone making a one off for DOT approval, but perhaps someone can modify an existing DOT approved helmet to suit? DOT approval cost quite a bit of $$$ I would think you could have someone add the rest of the Clone Trooper gear to one of THESE. Thats the way of the world, DoT Isn't for every one, for example in England if you are a immigrant you can legaly wear a rag on your head, of course an English man can't, Same as if you are a copper and an immigrant you can wear a rag instead of the silly bobbies hat. But this is the BF so I'll leave it at that. Gone fishing Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #16 March 29, 2010 I have one of those too - nice helmet (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyrider 0 #17 March 29, 2010 Quote Anyone know where I can have a DOT rated motorcycle helmet made that would resemble a Clone Trooper's? Yes I did really just ask that and I would wear it. Whatever. Are you "Wanting" to get your ass kicked? you have just raised the level of Geek by two! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shah269 0 #18 March 29, 2010 Quote Are you "Wanting" to get your ass kicked? you have just raised the level of Geek by two! So i guess I shouldn't tell you how I'm going to rig my summer riding jacket with EL wire so I'll have that Tron effect while riding in the evenings?....you know....in the name of safety via increased visibility! Life through good thoughts, good words, and good deeds is necessary to ensure happiness and to keep chaos at bay. The only thing that falls from the sky is birdshit and fools! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #19 March 29, 2010 Quote Quote Are you "Wanting" to get your ass kicked? you have just raised the level of Geek by two! So i guess I shouldn't tell you how I'm going to rig my summer riding jacket with EL wire so I'll have that Tron effect while riding in the evenings?....you know....in the name of safety via increased visibility! You is gonna look a right tosser and no mistake - post pictures, we all need a larf (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brains 2 #20 March 29, 2010 Quote So i guess I shouldn't tell you how I'm going to rig my summer riding jacket with EL wire so I'll have that Tron effect while riding in the evenings?....you know....in the name of safety via increased visibility! Make sure you get hot pink and a driver that will make it flash as well!! Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Twoply 0 #21 March 29, 2010 I guess you've never seen my rig... Yes, I am a geek! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
