Is 661 a good helmet brand?

Comfort Test Overall the 661 Comp performed well for a mid range helmet, I certainly didn’t feel the need to remove the helmet because of any pressure points. In fact, I found the Comp to be an extremely comfortable helmet, good enough to wear for half day races but certainly a great fit for downhill.

How do I know my motocross helmet size?

To measure your head size, wrap a cloth tape measure horizontally around your head about one inch above your eyebrows and ears. This will measure the largest portion of your head. Select the helmet size that is closest to your head size. Often times your head measurement may fall between two helmet sizes.

Do dirt bike helmets break in?

The safest way to break in a motorcycle helmet is to wear it. Wearing your helmet for 15-20 hours is the best way to let the inner pads form on your face. The padding wears down as you wear your motorcycle helmet, and the degrading foam forms to your facial structure—the helmet breaks in.

How tight should a motocross helmet fit?

Your MX helmet should be a bit snug. This way, it can stay in place and perform as it’s supposed to, keeping your head and face safe if you get into an accident. However, you shouldn’t notice any pressure points or tight spots.

Do motocross helmets expire?

ATV and motocross helmets do not have a set expiration date. Still, helmet manufacturers and certification organizations recommend replacing them after three to five years of normal use, or seven years after the manufacturing date. A helmet that was in a crash should be replaced immediately.

How often should you replace a MX helmet?

every five years
The consensus from helmet manufacturers is that the rider should replace their helmets every five years. That may seem like a lot, depending on how often you ride. This rule mostly applies to riders that hit the road every day. Riding for hours on end will only cause your helmet to degrade that much faster.

What do you do with old dirt bike helmets?

Let’s look at some ways in which you can get rid of your motorcycle helmet in environmental friendly way.

1. Donate to organizations that collect bike helmets.
2. Donate your helmet to emergency services.
3. Donate it to School.
4. Recycle it.
5. Reuse it.
6. Give it to a motorist who doesn’t wear helmets.

How tight should a motocross helmet be?

How tight should a race helmet be?

Your helmet should fit snugly and square on your head. Make sure that it is not tilted too far back or forward on your head. Cheek pads touch, but do not press uncomfortably. Make sure there are no gaps around your temples, brow or back of the neck.

How often should you replace your motocross helmet?

approximately every five years
As such, and in addition to other factors such as typical use and wear & tear, Snell recommends that helmets be replaced approximately every five years to ensure good safety.