Helmets - Return of the Cafe Racers https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/category/motorcycle-helmet/ Cafe racers, custom motorcycles and riding gear news and reviews. Wed, 24 Apr 2024 08:40:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/cropped-rocr-emblem-32x32.jpg Helmets - Return of the Cafe Racers https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/category/motorcycle-helmet/ 32 32 188132605 Riding Gear Review: Biltwell Gringo SV Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/biltwell-gringo-sv-review/ Wed, 24 Apr 2024 08:40:58 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=45205 Early in their manufacturing journey, Biltwell helmets were more form than function. Things have come a long way since then though. Today Biltwell helmets boast both DOT and ECE certifications. Best of all, they have maintained the same classic styling as the original designs and as a result, they offer some of the best-looking homologated helmets on the market. Among Biltwell’s latest riding gear, you’ll find the Gringo SV, a thoroughly updated and feature-packed evolution of their uber-successful full-face Gringo […]

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Riding Gear: Nexx XG100 Racer Carbon Salt Flats Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/riding-gear-nexx-xg100-racer-carbon-salt-flats-helmet/ Thu, 26 Jan 2023 07:48:50 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=40600 The Nexx XG100 Racer helmet range continues to expand and evolve. This new design deemed the Salt Flats edition features a raft of design updates that improve upon previous iterations of the helmet and adds a unique look inspired by the iconic Land Speed trials of the Bonneville salt flats. The “Old School Racing” XG100-R was created as a visor-equipped variant of Nexx’s retro-styled XG100. The latest version of the Nexx XG100-R helmet features a new pin-lock-ready visor design to […]

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7 SNELL-Rated Cafe Racer Helmets for 2024 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/7-snell-rated-cafe-racer-helmets/ Wed, 16 Nov 2022 10:45:44 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=32251 All motorcycle helmets are not created equal. The safety standards rating system introduced by the Snell Memorial Foundation is renowned for being one of the world’s most stringent—and the helmets that meet its criteria are markedly different from the ones that don’t. The SNELL system was developed as a more rigorous testing process for motorsports where the chances of high impact collisions are greater. Unlike DOT, SNELL is a nonprofit organization and acquiring a SNELL certification is optional. This means […]

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The Best Cafe Racer Helmets For 2024 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/best-cafe-racer-helmets/ Tue, 15 Nov 2022 15:40:56 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=31599 Let’s face it: sport bike riding gear that makes you look like a Power Ranger just doesn’t seem right on a cafe racer. During the past decade, riding gear manufacturers finally figured this out—and started producing retro helmets to meet the demand. Naturally, if you ride a cafe racer, these are the helmets that you will undoubtedly gravitate towards—but not all retro helmets are created equal. In a bid to separate the wheat from the chaff, we’ve picked out our […]

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Riding Gear Review: Forcite MK1S Smart Motorcycle Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/forcite-mk1s-review/ Thu, 27 Oct 2022 14:19:27 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=39404 A short while ago we caught up with the founders of the Australian motorcycle helmet manufacturer, Forcite. In our exclusive interview, we discussed the development of their business, their smart helmet technology, and the processes involved in creating such a unique product. Forcite recently released the latest iteration of their smart motorcycle helmet, the MK1S, and I managed to get my hands on one to give it a test run. Since the release of the Forcite MK1S, it’s been receiving […]

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Multi Directional Impact Protection – Bell Helmets & MIPS Technology https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/bell-star-dlx-mips/ Tue, 23 Aug 2022 07:59:57 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=36413 A helmet is by far the most important item of protective riding gear for a motorcyclist. Surprisingly, however, the tests that all helmets undergo to obtain safety homologation aren’t entirely representative of what occurs during an accident. The tests that assess the effect of a collision on the brain, for instance, are performed using a vertical impact. This means a rider would be falling straight down to reproduce the same result. That scenario is of course highly unlikely. In the […]

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Riding Gear – His & Hers Retro Gear Guide for Winter Riders https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/riding-gear/retro-winter-gear-guide/ Sun, 07 Aug 2022 01:47:47 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=38814 True addicts of the two-wheeled persuasion don’t let their rides sit idle an entire season simply because it’s cold. All those blue sky mornings missed because the mercury drops? Pfft, don’t think so. Weather be damned, we’re riding. To ensure you’re snugger than a couch-bound Alsatian in a pizza Oodie, we’ve put together a couple of winter-ready kits to keep you chasing the horizon, even on the chilliest of days. These Winter 2022 must-haves won’t just stop your bits from […]

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Interview: Developing the Forcite MK1S Smart Motorcycle Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/interview-forcite-mk1s/ Sat, 18 Jun 2022 12:30:40 +0000 https://returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=37947 The safety level of riding gear available to motorcyclists has come a long way in the last 10 years. Manufacturers now have access to tech fabrics and composites that are vastly superior to those used in the past. Additionally, thanks to advancements in production techniques, many of these materials have become affordable which has enabled smaller manufacturers to use them in their products. Take motorcycle helmets for instance. Utilising carbon fibre is no longer a practice reserved for the biggest […]

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[REVIEW] Scorpion EXO T-520 Full Face Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/review/review-scorpion-exo-t520-full-face-helmet/ Sun, 27 Mar 2022 17:30:37 +0000 https://returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=37291 I reviewed Arai’s Regent-X helmet last year. It is their entry-level helmet, yet it is still pretty expensive at $559.99 for solid colors. It is not in everyone’s budget to pay that much money for a helmet. For riding in the city and touring, the Scorpion EXO T520, which is priced at ~$199.95–$219.95, seems to be an excellent wallet-friendly option. Scorpion EXO is one of the leading motorcycle helmet brands in the USA and is becoming popular in the European […]

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7 ECE Approved Cafe Racer Helmets for 2024 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/7-ece-approved-cafe-racer-helmets/ Tue, 14 Dec 2021 15:53:49 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=36056 In the past, despite retro bikes and cafe racers existing, gear manufacturers have pushed ever onward to newer materials and left the classic crowd with few options. Thankfully, manufacturers have discovered that there are ways to make riding gear that looks classic, yet incorporates many modern safety features. This is most noticeable with helmets, with the past decade seeing a surge of neo-retro and cafe-style helmets in the marketplace. The definition of a cafe racer helmet can be quite wide […]

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Gear Review: AGV K6 Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/review-agv-k6/ Wed, 27 Oct 2021 01:44:52 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=34657 If I was to be brutally honest finding a motorcycle helmet that ticks all the boxes for me has been harder than it was choosing my wife’s engagement ring (sorry honey). That isn’t to say all the motorcycle helmets I’ve owned in the past aren’t any good. They’ve all had their advantages but in one way or another, they didn’t quite satisfy my specific needs. I am happy to report however that I think I may have finally found what […]

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REVIEW: Rurco Atlas 3.0 Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/rurco-atlas-3/ Tue, 31 Aug 2021 12:36:13 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=34613 UK helmet manufacturer Ruroc has released the third edition of their Atlas motorcycle helmet. The aptly named Ruroc Atlas 3.0 features the same aggressive styling as its predecessors while offering a slew of improvements and upgrades. After having spent some time riding around in an Atlas 2.0 I decided it would fitting to give the 3.0 a test to see what all the fuss is about… Ruroc Atlas 3.0 First impressions The first thing to note about the Ruroc Atlas […]

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Interview: Christian Möhring of helmade Custom Helmets https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/lifestyle-motorcycle-cafe-racer/interview-helmade-custom-helmets/ Thu, 19 Aug 2021 23:52:44 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=34602 Back in 2015 Christian Möhring came up with a unique concept. It involved making helmet customisation accessible to everyone. To do this he leveraged his knowledge of mass product customisation which he acquired while working at Nike iD. He then merged it with his passion for motorsports and two wheels and his custom helmet service, helmade, was born. helmade now has a rapidly growing team of highly skilled staff. They produce bespoke custom helmets for everyone from professional racers to […]

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Shoei Glamster Hands-On Review https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/shoei-glamster-review/ Sun, 15 Aug 2021 03:02:29 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=34511 A spontaneous retro helmet party ignited and all the manufacturers were invited. Bell, like someone who arrives two hours early, caught everybody off guard. However, their Chad Hodge-designed Bullitt was more party-starter than party-pooper. I was working in a motorcycle shop when the Bullitt was released and they flew out the door faster than we could stock them. Other companies gradually trickled in but by 2020 the room was getting a little crowded. Then, just as we thought the party […]

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2021 Bell Eliminator Helmet Range https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/bell-eliminator-2021/ Sun, 13 Jun 2021 12:56:03 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=33773 The Bell Eliminator Helmet hit shelves a couple of years ago and has been a huge success for the brand. It perfectly combined aggressive lines with a unique retro look and the latest modern safety tech. Inspired by auto-racing styles from the past it had the right look for today’s retro obsessed market. And, to top it all off, it was backed by Bell Helmets 60 years of helmet making history. For 2021 Bell has continued to expand on the […]

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Ruroc Atlas 3.0 Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/ruroc-atlas-3/ Mon, 22 Mar 2021 10:12:19 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=32867 Someone once said, “Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” For any brand, releasing a new product is a tough challenge. Even if it is a success there are going to be a lot of lessons learnt once customers start pushing their product to its limits. Snowsports helmet manufacturer Ruroc released their first motorcycle helmet, the Atlas, a few years ago. Despite receiving positive feedback, they knew they could do it better – so […]

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Going ATGATT in the Cafe Racer Style for Under $1,500 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/riding-gear/atgatt-cafe-racer-style-under-1500/ Wed, 13 Jan 2021 16:40:03 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=32021 You can spend as much or as little as you want on your riding gear. There’s a school of thought that says the more you spend the better it gets. But there are also riders who spend as little as possible on their gear, thinking “it’s got the safety rating so it’s just as good”. We fall somewhere between the two. We know there are brands who charge a premium for premium gear, but we also know there are companies […]

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Nexx XR2 Dark Division Carbon Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/nexx-xr2-dark-division/ Sun, 09 Aug 2020 04:28:39 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=25105 It’s not often we veer away from our retro riding gear theme, but every so often there’s an exception to the rule. This is the Nexx XR2 Dark Division Carbon helmet. Although its roots are firmly planted in sports bike territory we think it would make the perfect accompaniment for riders of modern classics like Ducati’s Scrambler, Yamaha’s Sport heritage XSR or Kawasaki’s Z900RS Cafe. There was a time when anything made from carbon fibre was cool. Being a premium […]

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Hedon Wheels & Waves helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/hedon-wheels-waves-helmet/ Wed, 22 Jul 2020 11:36:52 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=25147 For the upcoming 9th Edition of Wheels & Waves, the French moto lifestyle festival will be heading home to its birthplace. Where the tarmac meets the ocean, overlooked by the towns historic lighthouse, the 2020 event will take place once again on the shores of Biarritz. To commemorate this special event Wheels & Waves has collaborated with UK helmet manufacturer Hedon to create this special edition retro motorcycle helmet. Hedonism is the pursuit of pleasure and sensual self-indulgence. Riding a […]

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The Arai Rapide / Concept X Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/arai-concept-x/ Mon, 01 Jun 2020 12:27:10 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=21809 Japanese helmet manufacturer Arai has a history dating back to the turn of the century. Their story began with manufacturing caps, before moving to military headwear and finally motorcycle helmets in the early 1950s. Anyone who has owned an Arai knows the brand represents premium quality and class-leading safety. To this day each Arai helmet is handmade and is built to meet or exceed stringent Japanese Snell safety standards. For the last few decades, Arai’s focus has been on helmets […]

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Bell Custom 500 Ace Cafe Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/custom-500-ace-cafe/ Sat, 18 Apr 2020 11:07:50 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=23390 Bell Helmets set the benchmark in open-face helmet design with their Custom 500 helmet. The latest addition to the 500 series has seen the brand collaborate with the indisputable home of cafe racer culture, London’s Ace Cafe. The Bell Custom 500 Ace Cafe helmet features a classic black and white colourway sporting the Ace Cafe’s iconic 59 club logo to create a unique and patriotic tribute to cafe racer culture. The Bell Custom 500 Ace Cafe helmet has a clean, […]

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Shoei EX Zero Motorcycle Helmet Review https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/shoei-ex-zero/ Tue, 14 Apr 2020 12:30:15 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=23615 I’ve always fancied MX style road helmets. I felt they were well suited to the retro style bikes I like to ride. They offer the ventilation of an open face without the loss of protection offered by a full-face helmet. I’d tried the Bell Moto 3 but the fit was like someone stepping on the sides of my oval head with hiking boots on. Then I came across the Shoei Ex-Zero. It looked like a plush version of the Bell […]

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Shoei Glamster Retro Motorcycle Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/shoei-glamster/ Sat, 21 Mar 2020 01:40:30 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=21811 There’s been a steady growth in the number of retro motorcycle helmets on the market over the past few years. And now for 2020 two big names in the industry have come to the party. Arai has unveiled their Concept X, also known as the Rapide Neo in Japan, and then there’s this helmet, the rather oddly named, Shoei Glamster. I don’t envy any marketing team tasked with naming a new product. But the individual who signed off on calling […]

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Riding Gear – Ruroc Atlas 2.0 Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/ruroc-atlas-2/ Thu, 27 Feb 2020 11:38:23 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=22134 Extreme sports headwear experts Ruroc entered the world of motorcycle riding gear back in 2017. Their ATLAS helmet boasted an impressive list of features and unique styling developed off their snowboarding helmet range. To kick off 2020, the British company has entered into the second phase of the ATLAS saga. The new Ruroc ATLAS 2.0 has just gone on sale but I managed to get my hands on one early. Here’s a look at some of the ATLAS 2.0 features, […]

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Riding Gear – Bell Broozer Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/bell-broozer/ Tue, 11 Feb 2020 06:56:18 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=22191 Continuing their six-decade mission of properly protecting a rider’s most valuable piece of equipment (that’s your head), Bell Helmets has just launched a design that not only protects, it also transforms. The Bell Broozer is a modular helmet that quickly can quickly switch between two styles of helmet. Use the two pull tabs beneath the helmet to remove the chin bar, and you’re left with a three-quarter helmet for those days when you want to feel a little more wind […]

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Riding Gear – Bell Moto 3 Fasthouse https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/fasthouse-moto-3/ Tue, 21 Jan 2020 01:51:12 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=21685 It’s a perfect collaboration. In 2016, renowned helmet brand Bell Helmets brought back their iconic full face Moto 3 after a forty-year absence. Now they’ve teamed up with Fasthouse, a brand steeped in the old-school dirt bike cool of California’s lawless 60s and 70s, to bring out an eye-catching colorway that uniquely suits the original styling of the Moto 3. Fasthouse was born in the latter part of the last century, created by Hollywood stuntman Kenny Alexander, a guy who’s […]

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Quicksilver Icon Airflite Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/riding-gear/icon-airflite-helmet/ Mon, 30 Dec 2019 23:13:59 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=20361 Brushed alloy is the new chrome. There are zero performance benefits from its use, but boy does it look good.  You’ll find ample use of it on modern motorcycles like the BMW R Nine T, Kawasaki Z900RS, and the Honda CB1000R Neo Sports Cafe. And now, thanks to Icon 1000, you can wear that same finish on your head in the form of the Icon Airflite Quicksilver helmet. Here’s how Icon’s coolest new lid stacks up out on the street… […]

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Riding Gear – Biltwell Holeshot Helmets https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/biltwell-holeshot/ Sat, 14 Dec 2019 23:29:59 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=21269 Biltwell has been upping its helmet game over the past few years. Improved features, more widely recognized safety ratings and a huge selection of colorways make them a very appealing option when it comes to retro headgear. To bring in the new year Biltwell has introduced a new ‘Holeshot’ colorway available on both their Bonanza and Gringo helmets that is a hat tip to one of our all-time favorite F1 paint schemes. The Biltwell Gringo helmet was one of the […]

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Riding Gear – Simpson Ghost Bandit Aurora https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/simpson-bandit-aurora/ Thu, 05 Dec 2019 11:37:16 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=21059 Simpson has been producing helmets for motorcyclists and motorsports for over 60 years. You probably recognize them as the manufacturer of the helmet worn by Top Gear’s infamous Stig. Simpson helmets feature sharp angular lines and a unique shape that makes them instantly recognizable alongside other brands. The new Simpson Ghost Bandit Aurora edition takes an already iconic Simpson design, adds a striking graphic and a clever safety feature we’d like to see used more often. Designed specifically for riders […]

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Riding Gear – AGV X70 Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/agv-x70/ Tue, 05 Nov 2019 11:21:35 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=20011 If you’re looking for retro riding gear with genuine heritage you can’t go past AGV helmets. The Italian manufacturer has been making helmets since 1947. During the past 7 decades, they’ve fine-tuned their products on race tracks around the world. Today the company is owned by fellow Italian riding gear manufacturer Dainese. Like Dainese, the AGV brand loves to celebrate its history which resulted in the development of the open face AGV X70 helmet. Back in ’54 AGV developed a […]

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Riding Gear – Deus Ex Machina Helmets https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/deus-ex-machina/ Wed, 23 Oct 2019 10:20:44 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=20203 Deus Ex Machina has been instrumental in the growth of the custom motorcycle scene. They opened their first location in Camperdown, Sydney in 2006. Since then they’ve become somewhat of a motorcycle lifestyle apparel phenomenon. Their contribution to the scene has been so influential that it’s likely most of you would have a Deus t-shirt hanging in your wardrobe. Along with producing a seemingly never-ending run of slick apparel, Deus now sell surfboards, snowboards, bicyclist attire, lifestyle accessories and even […]

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Riding Gear – AGV K6 Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/agv-k6/ Wed, 16 Oct 2019 12:23:37 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=20023 A helmet for any occasion. Whether you ride a cruiser, a cafe racer or an adventure bike the new AGV K6 helmet is designed for you. This versatile road helmet was developed using AGV’s world championship motorcycle helmet, the Pista GP R. The K6’s unique design leverages years of track-proven research and testing to offer street riders optimum levels of safety and versatility. Like the world championship design it was based upon, the AGV K6 helmet is constructed from carbon-aramid […]

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Icon 1000 Construct Helmets https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/icon-1000-construct/ Mon, 30 Sep 2019 23:48:43 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=19864 The post Icon 1000 Construct Helmets appeared first on Return of the Cafe Racers.

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Icon 1000 Nightbreed Collection https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/riding-gear/icon-1000-nightbreed/ Sun, 11 Aug 2019 03:59:39 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=18693 You don’t have to put out a poll to know which colour riding gear wins out over all others. It’s black. Black has always been the stand out winner in motorcycle apparel and Icon 1000 has taken the colour to the extreme with their Nightbreed collection. Blacked-out yet reflective, comfortable yet protective Icon 1000 has done it again, making gear that looks great but keeps you safe should anything unexpected occur. Icon 1000 Nightbreed Jacket Wear this on your next […]

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Riding Gear – LS2 Xtra Carbon Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/riding-gear/ls2-xtra-carbon/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 22:07:11 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=18056 If we’re being completely honest, the style of a helmet matters almost as much as its protection capabilities. That’s a big “almost” – there’s really no point in wearing a good-looking helmet cut from cardboard. The LS2 Xtra Carbon MX471 Helmet wins serious points in the style competition but features advanced technology that makes it a very safe place for your head. For anyone riding a bike with motocross influences, this is definitely a helmet to check out. The motocross […]

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Riding Gear – Roeg Peruna Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/riding-gear/roeg-peruna/ Fri, 12 Jul 2019 04:37:59 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=18081 The Dutch have a rich history in Motocross racing that has produced a long line of champions. Inspired by their achievements Dutch riding gear brand ROEG (pronounced Rogue) has created a line of vintage-inspired riding gear and apparel. Their speciality lies in the manufacture of motorcycle helmets and the hero in their range is the MX styled ROEG Peruna. Thankfully you don’t have to be an MX champion yourself to own one. Thanks to thorough product testing the passes stringent […]

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Riding Gear – Icon Airflite Quicksilver Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/icon-airflite-quicksilver/ Fri, 19 Apr 2019 01:58:56 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=17040 Brushed alloy is the new chrome. There are zero performance benefits from its use, but boy does it look good. The minuscule highs and lows in the metal’s surface catch the light giving it depth and change its appearance from different angles. You’ll find ample use of it on modern motorcycles like the BMW R9T, Kawasaki Z900RS and the Honda CB1000R Neo Sports Cafe. And now, thanks to Icon 1000, you can wear that same finish on your head in […]

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Riding Gear – Sena Integrated Camera Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/riding-gear/helmet-camera-sena/ https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/riding-gear/helmet-camera-sena/#comments Sun, 07 Apr 2019 00:30:01 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=16677 If you’re already familiar with Sena, it’s probably through their lineup of Bluetooth riding accessories. They’ve long been supplying riders with helmet-mounted audio, intercom, and camera devices for better-connected rides. Now they’ve taken the next logical step — integrating the best of their technology into an all-in-one Bluetooth helmet camera package. Sena’s Momentum Pro with it’s integrated camera goes one step beyond their Momentum helmet series by adding a quad-HD camera with full Bluetooth connectivity to the experience. Built-in at […]

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Riding Gear – Biltwell Gringo S https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/gringo-s/ Sat, 02 Mar 2019 09:38:37 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=15682 If you have ever delved into the chopper scene you’re sure to have heard of the brand Biltwell. Based in Southern California Biltwell have played a major role in the growth of the custom scene since their launch in 2005. At the time Biltwell rejected the OCC driven, textbook chopper look of excess billet, chrome skulls and flames and leather tassels. It was a breath of fresh air in a staid scene and it was definitely the right approach to take. The […]

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Riding Gear – Bell Eliminator Helmet https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/bell-eliminator/ https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/motorcycle-helmet/bell-eliminator/#respond Fri, 07 Dec 2018 23:44:56 +0000 https://www.returnofthecaferacers.com/?p=14540 Any helmet company can build a retro-styled helmet. But Bell Helmets has the history to back up all claims to a vintage aesthetic. The first to market with a mass-produced lid, the first to come out with a full face helmet, the first to make helmets fire retardant, the first to add a chin bar and top-vent ventilation — they’ve had a lot of firsts. The new Bell Eliminator Helmet is the latest addition to the companies Culture Classics collection […]

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