GLX GX11 Compact Motorcycle Helmet - Matte Black, Medium - Full Face w/ Tinted Visor, DOT Approved

I ordered this in large according to the size chart, tried it on inside my house and immediately thought it was too tight. Wore it for less than a minute and said nope. I suffer migraine syndrome, so I try not to provoke it with tight hats or helmets. I should have kept it on longer, though. I put it right back into the box and returned it. I then ordered another large by mistake thinking I got an extra large (dumb of me, I know). I got stuck with it and decided to try it on for a 30 minute bike ride. Wow! It does slide on tight around the ears, but I learned to pull the strap tight against the padding and get one ear at a time, then did the same with the other strap and two ears at a time without catching hardly at all. Problem solved. Once on my head, I actually forgot it was there when I road across town to a friends house and have her a hug. I head butted her, and again when I said sorry and tried to kiss her forehead... lol! So I found it to be super lightweight, comfortable, seemingly well made with nice materials. I took it on the highway and hear a slight whistle over 60mph, but personally I won’t be hitting the interstate often. This is my around town and work commute helmet. The reviews from others who have spilled, swear by it. I trust it, and it’s a nice helmet compared to the poorly designed helmets I’ve worn in the past. Great value! If yours feels tight but your sizing was right, try the strap method I spoke of and just go for a ride before you decide. I think a size up would have been wobbly and that would have been more of a noticeable problem.Oh, and the matte black finish matches my satin/matte black bike almost perfectly.

I currently use a Daytona 3/4 open face helmet and I wanted a second full face helmet for rides when I feel especially vulnerable. Here are my pros and cons for the GLX:PROS:1. VALUE: surprised to find such an affordable helmet at this level of quality. This is just as nice if not nicer than other full face helmets I've owned in the past, at a fraction of the cost.2. WEIGHT: Heavier than my Daytona 3/4, but lighter (just over 3 pounds) than many full face helmets at this price range (4 to 5 pounds).3. COMPACT: Huge compared to my Daytona! But not as wide as a lot of full face helmets. At least I don't look like Toad from Super Mario Brothers.4. SECOND TINTED VISOR: Easy to replace the clear and will leave it on even during night rides.5. VENTS: Easy to operate and hope they stay functioning.6. COMPANY: Headquartered in Duarte, CA, within the SGV, my old stomping grounds. Represent.CONS:1. TIGHT: Listen to the people; this thing is snug. Supposedly larger than my Daytona (and the 1Storm I just returned), but feels just as snug, if not more so. I have big cheeks and they feel violated- got a compression headache the first time I tried it on. Would consider exchanging for a medium, but my suspicion is that it will be more comfortable once broken in. I am able to wear my glasses with it on.2. WEIGHT: Obviously heavier than a 3/4 open face helmet (by about a pound), if that's what you're used to.3. CHIN CURTAIN: I'm worried I'm going to lose this thing while riding. Plus, I have a big beard that is longer than where the chin curtain rests, defeating its purpose.Hope this is helpful.Peace.

For the price this is excellent. Fits perfectly. The chin strap is comfortable. It’s design is new to me but so far I like it. It was easy to adjust and fits snug. Padding is soft and easy to remove. I installed a sound system with no instructions in about 15 minutes. On the highway the noise level it not bad at all. The Bluetooth speaker canceled out any wind and I highly recommend getting one or rocking ear buds. Around town it could be better with airflow through the vents. At stops I just flip up the visor. It’s got decent aerodynamic design. At higher speeds riding upright ( I have mini apes) it cuts through the wind. Side drafts are the only time I feel my head getting pushed. Comparing it to my half helmet it’s a million times more enjoyable. Especially on the highway or during longer rides. I might shelf the half and use this full time. I can’t speak for the sun shield. I double up visor and glasses. I ride to work in the sun and go home in the dark. The mat green looks as pictured and finish is flawless. I’ve only been on a few rides but I’m already a big fan. Only complaint is that the vents at lower speeds don’t seem to cool you as much as I’d like. Which is common with full helmet’s. But you don’t get the irritating sound of wind when the vents are open at higher speeds. So I guess it depends on how hot it is and how fast you ride and how many red lights. It has a wire mesh screen in the upper vents which is nice if you ever had a bug fly into your helmet. Also has a soft mesh that closes the gap below your chin and neck.

Absolutely love!!! Ordered one for myself, and my husband!!!