I used to wear one, then met a new coworker who lost part of his chin and face after he crashed wearing one. Now I wear a full face every time even in the Florida heat.
Thank you for taking the time to review the all American Made KIRSH Helmet. That helmet is an investment just like a good pair of boots or leathers and will probably outlive most of us.
The rigidity of the shell might actually be a huge safety issue, most helmets shells are specifically designed to crack or crackle to disperse impact. If the shell doesn't do either of those things it is not dispersing any impact force, and is instead sending it straight to the liner(and possibly your head). This is why the best performing helmets are usually made of things like carbon fiber and kevlar, which disperse energy across a wide area by crackling. Also 4LBS for a half-helmet is insane, that's a huge risk when it comes to oblique impacts too.
Glad I read this. I'm no physics major but this thought was kind of running through my mind I just didn't have the words for it. The weight concerns me also. If we were building a submersible on the other hand...
The cracking of the shell of a foam helmet results in areas where the helmet can gain traction on roadway surfaces, your bike or anything else in the area causing head rotation and neck injury. A shell that does not crack does not provide this hazard. It allows energy to be deflected away from the head instead of inviting it in. The fluid contained inside distributes energy around the head as it flows within the liner. The weight of the helmet keeps it in place on the head and does not shift around causing constant readjustment. Once you are riding the KIRSH Helmet, it feels like you are wearing no helmet. I realize that this is hard to believe when you are told throughout the 70+ years of foam helmets that lighter is better. There's a reason why the company says that the proof is in the ride.
Thank you Cue for the shoutout, I appreciate it. I've never seen that helmet before and I'm assuming the bulk of the weight is from the gel liner? Pretty fascinating design. As always. I enjoy your content and keep uo the great work. Eric
Great video very informative. I just purchased one today. I don’t plan on wearing this on long rides just my short commute to work which is 2 miles each way. Looking for something small that would fit in my saddle bag. This should do the trick.
New to your channel and appreciate your content. Great info expect for the navy flag, the crimson color flag always will be the classiest! Keep up the good work!
Our club use the use these helmets but we all started to get neck pains after long rides due to the weight all up rather than distributed around , so we stop using them. Most of us have switched to modular helmets now due to the added protection on long rides like you we keep a small helmet in our tour pack. Btw the test they do is useless if a truck runs over your head the way they demonstrate you would be dead , they should do a impact test on a object hitting the helmet simulating a fall. Well keep up the great job .
I definitely don't want my head run over by an F250! The Kirsh helmet is actually a bit lighter than my modular from Shoei. Definitely feels heavy in the hand, but it feels ok when I wear it. I'll try it on a long distance ride
Hello young man have been looking for a good quality half helmet for a while now. Thank you for posting this video. I am definitely going to purchase the Kirsh helmet.
@riding and wrenching, Are you still happy with the helmet? I just purchased one and so far I'm not a fan. Would love to hear your thoughts after wearing it for a while.
You have an XL, I'm curious what fitted baseball cap size do you wear? I like my caps loose so I get a 7 5/8 which I'm guessing 7 1/2 would be my circumference. Does the kirsh fit true to size or is my baseball cap size a reliable comparison? My measurements put me in a medium but my baseball cap size preference would put me in a large. Thoughts? Thanks
I have an enormous head! My preferred fitted baseball cap size is 7-7/8. The Kirsh fits comfortably on my head....no pinch points. The only drawback is the weight. It's a trade off. Weight vs comfort.
That's a tough question. I like them both. I like the "bill" on the badass helmet because it blocks the sun from my eyes. I like the inner liner of the Kirsh because it's more comfortable. I generally grab the one that's closest when I go riding. On my last long distance trip I took the Kirsh. I also used the Kirsh in an all-day motorcycle class. I can't say that I have a preference
Okay for all of those folks wearing half helmets, I guess it fulfills State regulations however they are best if not worn and kept on your shelf. Should wear a full face or at a minimum a modular. Col. Alan West found out that without a full face helmet your chin and cheek meet the pavement sandpaper. But of course you are the boss of your brain.
The safest thing I could do is not ride a motorcycle. We are all adults and assume a level of risk by riding. I agree that a full face helmet is safer.
That sounds like a great topic for a video. My short answer is no. My reason is that is not as easy as you think to nail down what "German style" actually means. Beyond that, if we are unwilling to move on from the past, you'd have to ask if black people should ride Harley Davidson motorcycles.
You can wash it Cue… thanks for the clear ,easy to follow video. Bad ass will not slide if you got hair… not trying to be mean… I like you a lot. Can’t deal with the mushroom . I’ll try the kirsh.
It's just an option. Some people really don't like the feel of the extra weight. I like that it stays still and doesn't move. Since recording this, I have bought 2 more helmets. The Kirsh is still in the rotation
Helmets are safety gear. Style should be the last concern. Half helmets aren't as safe as full helmets. If you should fall off at speed the last thing you want is your face scraping the pavement at 60-mph...
I'm pretty sure I never said style was my first concern. However, I agree, full face helmets are safer. Riding in a car is safer than being on a motorcycle. Walking is safer than riding in a car. Everyone chooses the risks the risks they are willing to take. There is a large portion of the riding community that doesn't wear any helmet. A half helmet is better than no helmet.
@@RidingandWrenching My point was if helmets are safety gear, what's the point of choosing one that effectively protects half your head? Many fatal M/C accidents involve head injuries, typically from striking the road or another vehicle. I understand how people are free to choose what little protection they want. I just don't understand if motorcycling is as dangerous as we both agree, how an obviously substandard choice would be their first choice, when better protection is sitting on the store shelf... And yes, far too many riders are more concerned with how 'cool' they look, than other far more important concerns.
I used to wear one, then met a new coworker who lost part of his chin and face after he crashed wearing one. Now I wear a full face every time even in the Florida heat.
Once I started rocking modulars...I don't think I could ever go back.. but that gel on the kirsch seems like it's comfortable.
Thank you for taking the time to review the all American Made KIRSH Helmet. That helmet is an investment just like a good pair of boots or leathers and will probably outlive most of us.
Great review Mike, as usual!👍🏾
Thank you. Have been looking into half helmets, so a big help.
The rigidity of the shell might actually be a huge safety issue, most helmets shells are specifically designed to crack or crackle to disperse impact. If the shell doesn't do either of those things it is not dispersing any impact force, and is instead sending it straight to the liner(and possibly your head). This is why the best performing helmets are usually made of things like carbon fiber and kevlar, which disperse energy across a wide area by crackling. Also 4LBS for a half-helmet is insane, that's a huge risk when it comes to oblique impacts too.
Glad I read this. I'm no physics major but this thought was kind of running through my mind I just didn't have the words for it. The weight concerns me also. If we were building a submersible on the other hand...
The cracking of the shell of a foam helmet results in areas where the helmet can gain traction on roadway surfaces, your bike or anything else in the area causing head rotation and neck injury. A shell that does not crack does not provide this hazard. It allows energy to be deflected away from the head instead of inviting it in. The fluid contained inside distributes energy around the head as it flows within the liner. The weight of the helmet keeps it in place on the head and does not shift around causing constant readjustment. Once you are riding the KIRSH Helmet, it feels like you are wearing no helmet. I realize that this is hard to believe when you are told throughout the 70+ years of foam helmets that lighter is better. There's a reason why the company says that the proof is in the ride.
Thank you Cue for the shoutout, I appreciate it.
I've never seen that helmet before and I'm assuming the bulk of the weight is from the gel liner? Pretty fascinating design. As always. I enjoy your content and keep uo the great work. Eric
The liner is a little more than half the weight. It doesn't feel as heavy as you would think when you're wearing it.
Choosing which half helmet is best for motorcycle riding is like deciding what flip flops are best to wear to go climbing an active volcano.
@@Quicksilver_Cookie everyone is entitled to their opinion. Thanks for watching
Also half helmets look stupid haha. Mostly because they are stupid.
Great video very informative. I just purchased one today. I don’t plan on wearing this on long rides just my short commute to work which is 2 miles each way. Looking for something small that would fit in my saddle bag. This should do the trick.
New to your channel and appreciate your content. Great info expect for the navy flag, the crimson color flag always will be the classiest! Keep up the good work!
Our club use the use these helmets but we all started to get neck pains after long rides due to the weight all up rather than distributed around , so we stop using them. Most of us have switched to modular helmets now due to the added protection on long rides like you we keep a small helmet in our tour pack. Btw the test they do is useless if a truck runs over your head the way they demonstrate you would be dead , they should do a impact test on a object hitting the helmet simulating a fall.
Well keep up the great job .
I definitely don't want my head run over by an F250! The Kirsh helmet is actually a bit lighter than my modular from Shoei. Definitely feels heavy in the hand, but it feels ok when I wear it. I'll try it on a long distance ride
Hello young man have been looking for a good quality half helmet for a while now. Thank you for posting this video. I am definitely going to purchase the Kirsh helmet.
Glad I could help
Great review and new sub! Hoping Kirsh decides to hold a "Father's Day" sale. I've never heard of them before, but you sold me.
Thank you! I haven't heard from Kirsh in a while. They were supposed to be developing other types of helmets.
never heard of them. Looks great! I have the Bad Ass and like you, I usually travel with a full face too.
Thanks for this review. I didn’t know the kirsh brand was out there.
@riding and wrenching, Are you still happy with the helmet? I just purchased one and so far I'm not a fan. Would love to hear your thoughts after wearing it for a while.
Thanks , glad I found your channel
A 5lb half helmet? No, I'm definitely going with the bad ass... been using there helmets for awhile and love them.
I use them both. There are pros and cons to each.
Another great review! 👍🏿
You have an XL, I'm curious what fitted baseball cap size do you wear? I like my caps loose so I get a 7 5/8 which I'm guessing 7 1/2 would be my circumference. Does the kirsh fit true to size or is my baseball cap size a reliable comparison? My measurements put me in a medium but my baseball cap size preference would put me in a large. Thoughts? Thanks
I have an enormous head! My preferred fitted baseball cap size is 7-7/8. The Kirsh fits comfortably on my head....no pinch points. The only drawback is the weight. It's a trade off. Weight vs comfort.
I'm wondering if this helmet would feel colder than a regular halfhelmet in the fall and winter months?
@@MultiSoftwareenginee great question. I generally wear full face in colder weather.
I want to buy this helmet, but it always shows on backorder. Did you buy it directly, or did an HD dealer stock it?
I bought it from Natchez Trace Harley Davidson
Thank you sir for posting this review
Very informative thanks!
Thank you!
Hello! The carbon fiber looks great! All nice helmets nonetheless.
I love that helmet too! But the liner in Kirsh is sweet!
Hey brother I shave my head like you does the liner stick to your skin after riding for a while ?
I wear a helmet liner. Otherwise I'll sweat more!
KIRSH or badass helmet what’s ur preference?
That's a tough question. I like them both. I like the "bill" on the badass helmet because it blocks the sun from my eyes. I like the inner liner of the Kirsh because it's more comfortable. I generally grab the one that's closest when I go riding. On my last long distance trip I took the Kirsh. I also used the Kirsh in an all-day motorcycle class. I can't say that I have a preference
compared to a Daytona Design.....?
For me, the best half helmet has been the Bell Pit Boss.
Fill the stinky helmet with hot water and your favorite cleaner, let soak an hour and rinse. All better, great channel!!
Good idea! I'll give it a shot!
Okay for all of those folks wearing half helmets, I guess it fulfills State regulations however they are best if not worn and kept on your shelf. Should wear a full face or at a minimum a modular. Col. Alan West found out that without a full face helmet your chin and cheek meet the pavement sandpaper. But of course you are the boss of your brain.
The safest thing I could do is not ride a motorcycle. We are all adults and assume a level of risk by riding. I agree that a full face helmet is safer.
Am I wrong for wearing a German style helmet as a black rider?
That sounds like a great topic for a video. My short answer is no. My reason is that is not as easy as you think to nail down what "German style" actually means. Beyond that, if we are unwilling to move on from the past, you'd have to ask if black people should ride Harley Davidson motorcycles.
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@mr.dr3161 wear whatever you want!
@@utahnick I was confused when I was confronted by a couple of older (white) gentlemen who proceeded to tell me the history behind the helmet…
Frickin Navy guys!
That's right! Best branch of the service!
@@RidingandWrenching Damn Straight!!!
Hey i see your from Mississippi im from mount olive ms
I live in Arlington TN.
Nice helmet 🪖.
You can wash it Cue… thanks for the clear ,easy to follow video. Bad ass will not slide if you got hair… not trying to be mean… I like you a lot. Can’t deal with the mushroom .
I’ll try the kirsh.
It's just an option. Some people really don't like the feel of the extra weight. I like that it stays still and doesn't move. Since recording this, I have bought 2 more helmets. The Kirsh is still in the rotation
Helmets are safety gear. Style should be the last concern. Half helmets aren't as safe as full helmets. If you should fall off at speed the last thing you want is your face scraping the pavement at 60-mph...
I'm pretty sure I never said style was my first concern. However, I agree, full face helmets are safer. Riding in a car is safer than being on a motorcycle. Walking is safer than riding in a car.
Everyone chooses the risks the risks they are willing to take. There is a large portion of the riding community that doesn't wear any helmet. A half helmet is better than no helmet.
@@RidingandWrenching My point was if helmets are safety gear, what's the point of choosing one that effectively protects half your head? Many fatal M/C accidents involve head injuries, typically from striking the road or another vehicle. I understand how people are free to choose what little protection they want. I just don't understand if motorcycling is as dangerous as we both agree, how an obviously substandard choice would be their first choice, when better protection is sitting on the store shelf...
And yes, far too many riders are more concerned with how 'cool' they look, than other far more important concerns.
There is no such thing as a good 1/2 helmet. After all, it’s 1/2 a helmet😂
How about, as good as it gets?
@@RidingandWrenching there’s that police one that’s supposed to be #1
$250 would save anything
Pudding Bowl
@@yourmymaster ?
Doesn't matter how good this hemet is, your still going to be missing a face if you come off.
A full face helmet is safer than a half shell. A car is safer than a motorcycle
Wash the whole dang thang