400,000 helmets in need of replacement?

[Kwacky]

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Sounds like a load of crap to me. That's old advice about replacing a lid based on time. The modern materials are far different now.

Use is the biggest factor. I replace my commuting lid every couple of years. According to that article I don't have to. That's bullshit IMO.

[Blade]

Tbh Arai and Shoei still stipulate 7 years from date of manufacture or 5 years from first use, which ever comes first.

[T.C.]

I have already been asked for my opinion on this in a professional capacity, and my observation is that it is bady researched article and factually full of flaws,

Had they said that 400,000 helmets fit badly, then I would have had difficulty in dissagreeing, but you cannot make a cart blanche statement about bash hats as so many factors have to be taken into consideration.

[Rossgo]

I only use mine at weekends and to be honest I believe it will last over 5 years. I only have a couple of years left until that time but think it will last 1-2 years longer. When I come to changing I will be going around and trying on loads as I wouldn't mind an Arai or Shoei want to see what my head can take!

[D6]

 

38 per cent opt for one finished in fashionable – but hard to spot – black, ahead of more visible options 

So **** what. My bike already has big bright lights on. If you dint see that a silly colour helmet aint gonna help