I have a Shoei Rf-1000 and i went down scratched up my helmet and snapped the "bracket" on the left side where the visor connects. My question is: Is there a place to buy the replacement piece or am i SOL? And is it also true that you should dispose of your helmet after you have been in a crash cause the next time around it won't displace the energy and you'll take the full blow to the one spot? I would love to keep it, it's an awesome helmet and if i have to buy a new helmet i'll settle for nothing less. There is absolutely no cracks just scrapes here are pics!......The Bad side ..........the good side!

 

see if this is what you need, u should have your helmet checked even though it looks like only scratches, i don't know were to have this done maybe some one on the board here does, but here is the link

http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/produc...t.x=5&next.y=8

 

I wouldn't use it again, I've been told that helmets are only designed for one impact and to replace it if your in an accident even if there doesn't seem to be much damage. Someone else here will be able to tell you for sure

 

I checked Shoei's website to see if they offer any type of inspection services.... Here's what they list:

Q: Is a crashed / dropped helmet still safe to wear?
A: Current safety helmets are designed to absorb the energy of an accident by being destroyed. Even a small impact can damage the integrity of the shell or the inner liner. Quite often this damage may be unnoticeable to the untrained eye. Therefore, any helmet involved in an impact should not be used again.

I know what you're saying... I just picked up the same helmet a few days ago. I can't use any other helmet either, wouldn't feel as safe. This is a great helmet and I picked it up at a local shop for $376.95. If it was me... I'd look the helmet over thoroughly under a bright light and a magnifying glass to see if there are any hidden cracks or damage. Use the type of light that people use to build models with. Here’s a picture of what I’m talking about… find a store that has one on display and use it, or buy one at Harbor Freight for about $30 to $40.




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It worked once whos to say the same one will work the again. I would not chnace it. I would chalk it up and go out and get a new one. Its a hit but its also your head I guess

 

Take it as a loss man. Go buy a new one and protect your dome.