Clayton
APO, AE
HJC - FS-15 Carbon Helmet
Great helmet. Very light. Less than average wind noise. I like that the padding is not pressing real hard on my cheeks. The ventilation seems good, but it does not get very hot in Germany so I cannot say what it is like in the heat.
One small complaint; the visor locks, but even not locked it takes a good push to get it open. I guess this is good so that the wind does not open the visor.
Expensive, but worth it.
Gerald Burns
Des Moines, WA
Best Helmet Available
I've been through many helmets over the years from Arai's to Shoei RF1000's and as of late an X11. The HJC carbon is overall the best of the lot. The main advantages are weight, feels really light on the head, and finish which is absolutely perfect over the carbon base (I bought the blue which in sunlight is stunning). The liner is softer and fit is better than previous helmets with no irritant spots but this is entirely subjective since everyone's head is different but for the average person it should be fine. The visor's clarity and field of vision is excellent as is the shield removal system which is about as simple as it gets. Noise levels are equal to or slightly better than the X11. Ventilation is good but the X11's system is better by virtue of more inlets. Overall a great helmet and highly recommended.
Paul Reed
Austin, TX
FS-15 Carbon
Lightweight, well ventilated, comfortable, and stylish. If you're going to wear a full-faced helmet in TX in the summer, this is the one to wear. Great ventilation. Comfortable fit, though seems to run a little small. And the carbon fiber shell just looks cool.
Alan Burkhart
Yakima, WA
Just say "yes" to carbon fiber
HJC's carbon fiber helmet based on the FS-15 series is actually a bargain compared to several other helmet manufacturers latest offerings. It's about half the price and its the lightest helmet that I've owned. This helmet must be seen in person to appreciate the stunning uniqueness that carbon fiber brings to the game. As an unexpected bonus it comes with about the nicest carrying case I think I've seen. I also purchased a dark smoke shield for the helmet and making shield swaps could not have been easier.