Northwest Cycle Report

Finally, I am Helmeted Again…

By John Davis • May 15th, 2007 • Category: Reviews

Mr. Brown delivered my replacement helmet yesterday evening. I eagerly opened the box to see what, if any, changes were visible in the design. The first thing I noticed, was that Fulmer has upgraded the lining to a more plush, and hence more confortable, material. Other changes:

They have added a small plastic snap to keep the loose end of the chin strap from flapping around (one of the few annoyances I had with my helmet before getting a windshield.)
The flip up release button and mechanism feel tighter, as in better made.
The overall fit and finish, including quality of paint and decals are better than my old helmet.
The face shield appears to seal better against the shell. Hopefully this will reduce some wind noise (my other complaint about my previous helmet.)
Finally, and it might be my imagination, the shell seems just slightly smaller. The chinbar seems closer to my face than my old helmet. Not uncomfortably so; it just feels a little… closer.

The new lid will get its maiden voyage this evening.

John Davis is the owner, editor and publisher of Northwest Cycle Report. John also owns and writes for MotoSkagit.com and is the administrator for the Washington 120 State Park Tour. In addition to his own sites, John is a contributing author for MotorcycleLife.com and Motorcyclebloggers.com. He lives in Mount Vernon, WA and rides a candy-red Honda VTX1800 Retro.
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Gary 1 year ago 1 point
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As with any "NEW" helmet the feel will be different. Actually the only change to the Fullmer helmet is the DOT lable on the back.

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John 1 year ago 1 point
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My old helmet was purchased in 2003. There are several small but still obvious changes beyond the DOT sticker. These changes could have become standard anytime after I purchased my old lid.

Having ridden with it for a couple of days now I can say that the faceshield does seal better and that it is quieter as a result. (I even rode to work this morning without ear plugs.) In short, I am well satisfied.

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Bob Patrick 1 year ago 1 point
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I have had several different helmets, of varying prices, over the past 7 years.
Last week I bought a Fulmer at Eagle Leather. The helmet fits like it was custom made. It feels great. It was lots less $$ than most of the other helmets.
I am a Fulmer Fan, for keeps.

Bp

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