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Comment on My New Blog section… Motorcycle Riding by ShawnSeattle

ShawnSeattle — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 21:44:36 +0000

I had Built hi-viz yellow modular helmet on 50% off sale at $99 and then added a tinted mirror green vizor for $15. It loved the looks. Then I tried to add blue-tooth but I was amazed to learn how expensive those blue-tooth/intercom kits are. I also noticed that the modular helmet, while providing excellent flexibility, let’s in rain from the gap in windshield and vizor where the chin piece pivots up.
SO I went in and traded it (on 7th day) for this Bilt Blue Tooth Techno helmet. Heck, at $159, it is cheaper than a bluetooth kit alone. For the money I saved, I bought armored leather jacket and pants. I rode in this helmet at 70 mps and noticed that the wind noise was half that of the modular helmet. I was able to hear GPS instructions from my phone. Yet to check the call quality.

Comment on My New Blog section… Motorcycle Riding by James

James — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 17:59:19 +0000

I tried the XL last night and it was way too snug. I’m gonna have to go with the 2XL which is supposed to be in stock as of today. I’ll let you know my review of the helmet in a week.

Comment on My New Blog section… Motorcycle Riding by Elliott

Elliott — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 05:39:57 +0000

I was just looking at the Cycle Gear catalog today and was blown away by the price of this helmet, but I figured it had to be of poor quality. I have been wanting to add Bluetooth to my helmet for a while but have felt the devices were too pricey. I bought a Chatterbox system years ago but wow is it clunky. Given your feedback I think this is well worth the gamble for the price. Thanks for sharing your experience with this helmet.

Comment on My New Blog section… Motorcycle Riding by mletschin

mletschin — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 02:10:31 +0000

The staff at CycleGear actually pulled out a Speed and Strength SS1300 for me to see. You are correct it is an identical helmet. In fact they made be made by the same people. The only difference were the S&S came in more paint jobs. This one only came in Matte Black, Glossy Black, and White. And the Bilt has the bluetooth added. It does not say anything on it about Speed and Strength. From what I understand many of the Bilt and S&S helmets are identical.

Comment on My New Blog section… Motorcycle Riding by Ander

Ander — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 23:48:47 +0000

This appears to be exactly the same as the Speed and Strength SS1300, but with added bluetooth and flip down visor. Any idea if it’s made by SS or does it seem to be a knockoff? Is there any Speed and Strength or SS1300 labels inside it anywhere?

Comment on My New Blog section… Motorcycle Riding by mletschin

mletschin — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 19:40:47 +0000

It was XL for me in both as well.

Comment on My New Blog section… Motorcycle Riding by James

James — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 19:20:04 +0000

Great thank you for the reply. One last question, is the sizing similar to your past HJC? I wear an XL in HJC and Cycle Gear has an XL in stock in PHX. Thanks again

Comment on My New Blog section… Motorcycle Riding by mletschin

mletschin — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 19:07:45 +0000

I tested hearing music up to around 80 mph. I did not have any problem. It was nice to hear that CycleGear gives a 7 day return but only for store credit. My thought was that I would be able to return it and find enough gear if need be. Would love to hear your reviews after you try it out.

Comment on My New Blog section… Motorcycle Riding by James

James — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 19:02:49 +0000

I’m seriously considering buying this helmet tomorrow. My concern is clearly hearing my music at 70 mph. I commute to work on a naked BMW K1200r 2 days a week and the bike is relatively quiet other than the wind due to no windshield. I’ll be cruising at 70 mph 30 miles each way. Please let me know if you test this unit at that speed. I would greatly appreciate it.