Current Gear Review: Helmet

AGV STEALTH SHADOW (MSRP:$279.95) Sale Price(as of 5/30/11): $199.99 (without tinted shield) free shipping via [Moto Super Store]

Accessories Recommendations:
Recommended Bargain Prices:

Smoked Tinted Shield/ Visor $40.00

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Reflective Mirror Shield/ Visor $40.00

Personal Review: ★★★★★ (4.5/5.0)
Time Owned: November 2009-Present
Weight: Super Light 
Type: Street Helmet - Entry Level (Everyday use)
Certification Rating: DOT
Overall I gotta say this is the lightest helmet I have ever owned in my collection of motorcycle helmets. The vents actually work as well as the defogger vents. I highly recommend the accessories (shield/ visor) if you like the helmet and it fits well. Whether or not you get the smoked or mirror you can't go wrong. As for ride quality it shuts out most* of the wind when I'm riding on the freeway. There is a removable lining which is nice to wash every once in a while. The only room for improvements I could see in this helmet is when you put it on you gotta use your fingers or wiggle the helmet around to get your ears to uncurl. On a side note this helmet is not Snell rated in an attempt by AGV to keep the costs down. Other than that I would highly recommend this helmet to a friend any day. I guarantee you won't be disappointed. The AGV Stealth Shadow was built to last as well as be the best bang for your buck.

ABS or No ABS?

I've been often asked the question, "is the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) worth it?" And at one point I would have told you no it's not worth it, but that's something you'll have to discover for yourself in this Youtube Video featuring the 2009 Honda Fireblade: ABS vs non-ABS




Conclusion: This bike is good w/ ABS, will set you back an extra $1000.00 USD. Depending on your preference, the lighter, standard model has an MSRP of $13,399. The Non-ABS Fireblade is recommended for those willing to spend more time on the track rather than on the street. While the ABS model starts at $14,399 it compliments those who are willing to spend more time on legal roads, especially canyons and twisties~