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Title: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: SPR on March 18, 2020, 08:00:40 AM: Morning

Wanting to change my helmet and am looking at the XGV X3000 which can be had for a decent price online if you search around

Wondered if anyone has experience of owning one and their thoughts ?

Also sizing ...... I'm an XL in Shoei J Lo but can be XXL in some makes due to my large oval head !! so if anyone happens to have had both - details on if sizing is comparable would be good

Thanks

Simon
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: davefirestorm on March 18, 2020, 08:22:00 AM: I stopped buying AGV helmets some time ago as I encountered issues with the lining of a couple.Bought an Arai which didn’t suit shape of my bonce so bought the first of my Shoei helmets and still using them on my fifth.I tend to avoid flashy paint jobs and last two Been same model so can use same dark visor/pin locks.I bought an AGV Agostini replica helmet 1976 was a quality helmet then😁
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: Andrew-S on March 18, 2020, 08:57:16 AM: I wear AGV helmets and looked at the X3000 but it seems tinted visors aren't available for them.
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: SPR on March 18, 2020, 09:19:57 AM: Thanks guys
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: Erny on March 18, 2020, 11:40:04 AM: I wanted it, badly. But when I tried one, it was either too big or too small. So had to gave it up... But they are really nice!
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: davefirestorm on March 18, 2020, 11:44:34 AM: I don’t like the seat belt type straps on AGV’s assuming they still only do them,prefer the D rings.
I used to like/buy Shark helmets but don’t like them for same reason.I sent the last AGV away to be “inspected” on warranty and bought a cheap Shark to wear.
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: SPR on March 18, 2020, 11:53:33 AM: Quote from: davefirestorm on March 18, 2020, 11:44:34 AM
I don’t like the seat belt type straps on AGV’s assuming they still only do them,prefer the D rings.
I used to like/buy Shark helmets but don’t like them for same reason.I sent the last AGV away to be “inspected” on warranty and bought a cheap Shark to wear.

I think it has the standard D ring fastener .... managed to order an XL in black / white using the ebay 10% off code and an offer to the seller meant it came in at £229 ...... also can return if it doesn't fit so thought worth a punt

Will report back :)

Simon
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: Laverda Dave on March 18, 2020, 12:04:56 PM: I like AGV's, they fit my head and are always quiet. Unlike my Shoei that is as noisy as hell. I bought an Arai chaser a couple of years ago, it fits well but not as quiet as the AGV by any stretch. AGV's always seem to be on the larger side, I'm a 54cm on AGV's but 56 on Shoei and Arai.
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: SPR on March 18, 2020, 12:05:57 PM: Quote from: Laverda Dave on March 18, 2020, 12:04:56 PM
I like AGV's, they fit my head and are always quiet. Unlike my Shoei that is as noisy as hell. I bought an Arai chaser a couple of years ago, it fits well but not as quiet as the AGV by any stretch. AGV's always seem to be on the larger side, I'm a 54cm on AGV's but 56 on Shoei and Arai.

Cheers - fingers crossed that my head may well indeed squeeze in it !!
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: SPR on March 20, 2020, 09:34:48 AM: Just received the helmet and a perfect fit !!

Superbly well made and finished and at the price I managed to get it for - very happy .....

Simon
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: Erny on March 20, 2020, 09:38:16 AM: Which decor (colour/design) you took?
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: SPR on March 20, 2020, 09:40:36 AM: Black / white as below ......

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Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: Erny on March 20, 2020, 10:07:15 AM: Great choice!
I wanted this one[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: SPR on March 20, 2020, 10:08:51 AM: Quote from: Erny on March 20, 2020, 10:07:15 AM
Great choice!
I wanted this one

I really fancied that one but couldn't find it at a reasonable price in XL
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: Laverda Dave on March 20, 2020, 11:18:46 AM: Nice hat. Don't forget to wear it when shopping in the supermarket for some non-existant food, its getting a bit lively out there!
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: SteveD CB500K0 on March 20, 2020, 11:31:08 AM: That's quite a retro look with the thin chin piece.

I quite like it - reminds me of the old Barry Sheene helmet (with the hole for the fag...)
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: Erny on March 20, 2020, 01:08:12 PM: you mean this one? https://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/de_DE/;IC_DeliveryCountry=DE;IC_IP2Location_Locale=de_DE;IC_TargetCurrency=EUR;IC_TopicWorld=134016375?ObjectPath=/Shops/10207048/Products/AGV-Legends-X3000-Barry-Sheene-Jet-Helmet/SubProducts/AGV-Legends-X3000-Barry-Sheene-Jet-Helmet-0005
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: Andrew-S on March 20, 2020, 01:21:08 PM: Quote from: SPR on March 20, 2020, 09:40:36 AM
Black / white as below ......

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Here's my old AGV X3000 from the mid-70's I had painted in Steve Baker Yamaha racing colours, next to Sheene he was my favourite rider on the Transatlantic Trophy series, better than Kenny Roberts in my book.
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: SPR on March 21, 2020, 07:50:52 AM: I'm kicking myself that I sold both Harleys and the 550 won't be here till next week ... and the weather is lovely !!

Oh well :)
Title: Re: AGV X3000 Helmet thoughts
Post by: Allington (Steve) on March 21, 2020, 10:58:38 AM: Quote from: Andrew-S on March 20, 2020, 01:21:08 PM
Quote from: SPR on March 20, 2020, 09:40:36 AM
Black / white as below ......

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Here's my old AGV X3000 from the mid-70's I had painted in Steve Baker Yamaha racing colours, next to Sheene he was my favourite rider on the Transatlantic Trophy series, better than Kenny Roberts in my book.

He certainly was at Brands Hatch