i so wanted to come in here with some proof that the hjc's aren't as safe as the more expensive helmets. i went everywhere on the net looking for even the slightest sign that i was correct.
i found.... nothing. not one single shred of proof. except on the icon helmets, they have failed quite a few safety tests. as far as the hjc helmets though, they even sponsor pro riders which i was completely unaware of. get this, the helmet the riders use is an out of the box ac-11 which you can buy for $165, race graphics and all.
as much as i want to disagree, my argument has no proof. fact of the matter is that if hjc's $165 helmet is good enough for a pro racer, it is plenty good enough for us and up to the same standards as the arai's, suomy's, and shoei's.
congratulations to those of you who were right about this. i'll win next time damnit!
