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I know all of you have been waiting on pins & needles for my new AGV Miglia helmet to show up. Well, it came today and I will reward your patience with a review! I might even have a picture or two!!
It came with a clear visor, but I bought the smoke one as well. I figured it would help with the sun on those bright Texas days. And it looks good too...
I tried it on & it fits pretty good (whew!). It is a bit lighter than my old HJC, but not as light as I had hoped. The reviews from webbikeworld said it was one of the lightest flip-ups out there. They also said my HJC was one of the heavier helmets. Honestly, at least sitting here at the computer, there's not that much of a difference.
The area around the jaw, just in front of the ears curves in toward my face a little more than the HJC, which makes it a little tight when donning & doffing. Its not bad, just a little tighter than what I'm used to. The AGV fits better everywhere else. Its snug & secure, but causes no pain.
Very nice padding, but stiffer than I expected. The pictures make it look plush on the inside. It looks like a better quality interior than the old HJC.
The outside of the helmet is a bit bigger than I expected. Its even a little bigger than the old one. It looks like a big 8 ball. The shape looks more round than my HJC, but when they're side by side, they're remarkably similar. I hope I didn't just buy a remake of my old helmet in flat black!
The locking mechanism for the flip-up is far superior to the HJC. It opens way easier & closes with a very confidence inspiring click. I like this feature a lot! Also, the visor is easier to remove & reinstall than the HJC, which I think is a pain! Two thumbs WAY up, here.
First impressions, it seems like a very well made helmet, especially for the price. I believe it is a better helmet than my old HJC which was quite a bit pricier when I bought it new a few years ago.
Going for a quick trip around the block! Stay tuned for further developments...
After a quick ride with the new AGV, it feels lighter when riding than the HJC. It really is a noticeable difference. It is quieter, and at speeds 60mph & less, far quieter than the HJC. After 60, the boomy wind noise is still there, but less. If a man wore earplugs, I would think this would be a fairly quiet helmet. I also noticed almost NO buffeting, even at faster highway speeds. I really like this helmet better. I can't wait to go for a longer distance ride.
On a size note, The website has a sizing chart. According to their chart, my head size was a medium. I knew a medium wouldn't fit. I've tried on many helmets in the past & was always an L or XL. I also read in the buyer reviews, someone stated to buy a size larger, so I bought the large. I'm glad I did. The fit is great. Nice & snug, but no pain. Also, the ear pockets are nice & big. You could easily put speakers in there.
I ordered the helmet from the Motorcycle Superstore. Great price & free shipping. I also ordered the breath guard, but it turns out, the helmet came with it, so I have an extra. Oh, well, my fault for not doing enough reading...
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/38/1478/ITEM/AGV-Miglia-Modular-Helmet.aspx?SiteID=CSE_GBase_038&WT.mc_ID=80003&zmam=88421133&zmas=1&zmac=2&zmap=1478
It came with a clear visor, but I bought the smoke one as well. I figured it would help with the sun on those bright Texas days. And it looks good too...
I tried it on & it fits pretty good (whew!). It is a bit lighter than my old HJC, but not as light as I had hoped. The reviews from webbikeworld said it was one of the lightest flip-ups out there. They also said my HJC was one of the heavier helmets. Honestly, at least sitting here at the computer, there's not that much of a difference.
The area around the jaw, just in front of the ears curves in toward my face a little more than the HJC, which makes it a little tight when donning & doffing. Its not bad, just a little tighter than what I'm used to. The AGV fits better everywhere else. Its snug & secure, but causes no pain.
Very nice padding, but stiffer than I expected. The pictures make it look plush on the inside. It looks like a better quality interior than the old HJC.
The outside of the helmet is a bit bigger than I expected. Its even a little bigger than the old one. It looks like a big 8 ball. The shape looks more round than my HJC, but when they're side by side, they're remarkably similar. I hope I didn't just buy a remake of my old helmet in flat black!
The locking mechanism for the flip-up is far superior to the HJC. It opens way easier & closes with a very confidence inspiring click. I like this feature a lot! Also, the visor is easier to remove & reinstall than the HJC, which I think is a pain! Two thumbs WAY up, here.
First impressions, it seems like a very well made helmet, especially for the price. I believe it is a better helmet than my old HJC which was quite a bit pricier when I bought it new a few years ago.
Going for a quick trip around the block! Stay tuned for further developments...
After a quick ride with the new AGV, it feels lighter when riding than the HJC. It really is a noticeable difference. It is quieter, and at speeds 60mph & less, far quieter than the HJC. After 60, the boomy wind noise is still there, but less. If a man wore earplugs, I would think this would be a fairly quiet helmet. I also noticed almost NO buffeting, even at faster highway speeds. I really like this helmet better. I can't wait to go for a longer distance ride.
On a size note, The website has a sizing chart. According to their chart, my head size was a medium. I knew a medium wouldn't fit. I've tried on many helmets in the past & was always an L or XL. I also read in the buyer reviews, someone stated to buy a size larger, so I bought the large. I'm glad I did. The fit is great. Nice & snug, but no pain. Also, the ear pockets are nice & big. You could easily put speakers in there.
I ordered the helmet from the Motorcycle Superstore. Great price & free shipping. I also ordered the breath guard, but it turns out, the helmet came with it, so I have an extra. Oh, well, my fault for not doing enough reading...
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/38/1478/ITEM/AGV-Miglia-Modular-Helmet.aspx?SiteID=CSE_GBase_038&WT.mc_ID=80003&zmam=88421133&zmas=1&zmac=2&zmap=1478