Signfan Posted May 13, 2019 Report Share Posted May 13, 2019 Has anyone heard. Is BRP going to limit production again next year? Or will they start stocking at reasonable levels? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
800R MXZ X Posted May 13, 2019 Report Share Posted May 13, 2019 Yes they will be in limited quantities again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackstraw Posted May 14, 2019 Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 I heard they come with 6 shields from the factory for 2020😮 zeusand, PLAYHARD and MrGutz 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signfan Posted May 14, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 1 hour ago, Jackstraw said: I heard they come with 6 shields from the factory for 2020😮 Lol. The replacement shields aren't holding up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smclelan Posted May 14, 2019 Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 On my last trip out I put on a third new shield. The first two were exchanged no questions asked through my dealer. The third one worked well on the last trip, however that was early March and there were no temps colder then -10c. The third shield was a different part # then the first two, my dealer said he thought brp has the previous issues resolved. Time will tell, I hope so, they are an awesome helmet when the shield is clear. dooright and GT Rider 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
800R MXZ X Posted May 14, 2019 Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 Put 3500 miles on with the original shield and zero issues. nyskidooerinnewhampshire 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pipemaster Posted May 15, 2019 Report Share Posted May 15, 2019 I was told by my dealer last month that they"re only getting 6 helmets, all in WHITE ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quebec bob Posted May 15, 2019 Report Share Posted May 15, 2019 20 hours ago, Pipemaster said: I was told by my dealer last month that they"re only getting 6 helmets, all in WHITE ! They are going to be hard to get, I per-ordered one in March and was told it would be in in October, ordered it when I snow checked a 2020 sled, was told that was going to be the best way to get one, I tried one at the demo rides in New York, seems like a nice helmet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doo4adoo Posted May 15, 2019 Report Share Posted May 15, 2019 Had 1 shield replaced this winter and enjoyed it. I think in the warmer spring weather which I never got to enjoy that this might me too warm. I found I needed to run it on high to keep it clear which when was cold was fine. Yes some would crack it open a bit but I find that defeats some of the reason I want this helmet is because its so quiet. Still really enjoyed it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signfan Posted May 16, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 Seems like these are a love hate thing. No in between. Guys either think they are the best helmet on the market. Or that they are an overpriced piece of crap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jak Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 I have owned a lot of helmets over the years and this is by far the most comfortable, quietest, warmest, most field of vision helmet I have ever owned. 4700 mi. last season and no problems so put me down for "best helmet on the market'. MrGutz, GT Rider and 800R MXZ X 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrGutz Posted May 17, 2019 Report Share Posted May 17, 2019 We are on the "Best Helmet" list too, yes we had shield issues, but they appear to be resolved. Easy to install the communicators, field of vision is great, quiet. GutZ GT Rider 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smclelan Posted May 18, 2019 Report Share Posted May 18, 2019 I have mixed feelings because of the shield, however I am optimistic that is now resolved with the newest version. Four big pluses with this helmet: huge visibility, very quiet, very lightwieght, and warm. The visor also works well and a user can quickly and easily switch from the dark shield to the yellow one in seconds on the trail when light conditions change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trailblazer Posted May 20, 2019 Report Share Posted May 20, 2019 This helmet certainly has my interest, field of vision and warmth it claims but based upon my own experiences riding with others who have invested I think I’ll stand down before the test pilots have completed their reports (complaints) and BRP has acted upon them before I invest. This helmet has got issues that are far too disappointing when out riding for days on end, I hope they can pull it together for better results from you test pilots for the second season on the market. Florida Snowman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snobeeler Posted September 30, 2019 Report Share Posted September 30, 2019 (edited) Getting mine soon. Previous helmet was a XL BVS2. So tried on a Oxygen XL and XXL both with thin balaclava. The XL was pretty tight, the XXL felt just right. The salesperson said they break in like a pair of sneakers and the XXL might get too loose so my question is did this seam to be the case with all of you? I am leaning toward wearing a balaclava all the time due to not wanting sweat in liner. Is it warm enough in -20f to ride without balaclava? Edited September 30, 2019 by Snobeeler Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrGutz Posted September 30, 2019 Report Share Posted September 30, 2019 2 hours ago, Snobeeler said: Getting mine soon. Previous helmet was a XL BVS2. So tried on a Oxygen XL and XXL both with thin balaclava. The XL was pretty tight, the XXL felt just right. The salesperson said they break in like a pair of sneakers and the XXL might get too loose so my question is did this seam to be the case with all of you? I am leaning toward wearing a balaclava all the time due to not wanting sweat in liner. Is it warm enough in -20f to ride without balaclava? Yes it is warm enough, but a dicky or neck sleeve type thing may be needed if air sneaks around the drape. They do break in and they are adjustable and you can add or remove pads as needed. Later GutZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac Posted September 30, 2019 Report Share Posted September 30, 2019 I just placed an Oxygen helmet order at Eklund Motor Sports. They have stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smclelan Posted September 30, 2019 Report Share Posted September 30, 2019 10 hours ago, Snobeeler said: Getting mine soon. Previous helmet was a XL BVS2. So tried on a Oxygen XL and XXL both with thin balaclava. The XL was pretty tight, the XXL felt just right. The salesperson said they break in like a pair of sneakers and the XXL might get too loose so my question is did this seam to be the case with all of you? I am leaning toward wearing a balaclava all the time due to not wanting sweat in liner. Is it warm enough in -20f to ride without balaclava? They are a very warm helmet. I recommend sizing it with a thinner balaclava. On super cold days pull the thicker one out....bet you won't need it often. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmerold Posted September 30, 2019 Report Share Posted September 30, 2019 Jay yes it's warm at 20 below and it will loosen up.Mine was tight at first but by season end and many thousand of miles it is loose fitting, and I didn't wear a balaclava at all last season. Snobeeler 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snobeeler Posted September 30, 2019 Report Share Posted September 30, 2019 Does the liner come out easy to wash? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
800R MXZ X Posted October 1, 2019 Report Share Posted October 1, 2019 Yes pops right out, the front curtain does too. Snobeeler 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Gaf Gaffney Posted October 2, 2019 Report Share Posted October 2, 2019 On 5/19/2019 at 9:37 PM, Trailblazer said: This helmet certainly has my interest, field of vision and warmth it claims but based upon my own experiences riding with others who have invested I think I’ll stand down before the test pilots have completed their reports (complaints) and BRP has acted upon them before I invest. This helmet has got issues that are far too disappointing when out riding for days on end, I hope they can pull it together for better results from you test pilots for the second season on the market. I 2nd Trailblazer.I am trying to limit my guinea pig days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
800R MXZ X Posted October 2, 2019 Report Share Posted October 2, 2019 Helmet works awesome, best helmet I have worn so far. Sold my last years model to get the next size bigger. I had no issues with the first one Snobeeler 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmkm Posted October 3, 2019 Report Share Posted October 3, 2019 We have 8 oxygen helmets in our group, 3 visors failed in the early season. We ran a small bead of silicon on the inside at the edge of the two pieces of visor plastic. Never a failure since. The newest shield has a visibly wider seal between the panes at the sides of seal. I would highly recommend siliconing new or old visor to guarantee it stays together. Once the seal separates the helmet is all but unusable and can ruin a day or worst a trip. Our group has ordered 4 more for this season. Everyone loves the improved field of vision and the quiet operation. The only unanimous complaint is that the helmet can be too warm. Removing the ear pads helps a lot with temp management as it allows some fresh air from the lower vents to circulate around your head. Hope this helps.... Snobeeler 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signfan Posted October 4, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2019 19 hours ago, kmkm said: We have 8 oxygen helmets in our group, 3 visors failed in the early season. We ran a small bead of silicon on the inside at the edge of the two pieces of visor plastic. Never a failure since. The newest shield has a visibly wider seal between the panes at the sides of seal. I would highly recommend siliconing new or old visor to guarantee it stays together. Once the seal separates the helmet is all but unusable and can ruin a day or worst a trip. Our group has ordered 4 more for this season. Everyone loves the improved field of vision and the quiet operation. The only unanimous complaint is that the helmet can be too warm. Removing the ear pads helps a lot with temp management as it allows some fresh air from the lower vents to circulate around your head. Hope this helps.... I cant wait to get one, but think I'd have troubles putting the caulking gun to a new $800 helmet. Hopefully BRP has these issues corrected once and for all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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