We often see ‘‘bikers’’ wearing a very small helmet riding their motorbikes, with the wind in their faces. As we envy them, we say to ourselves: ‘’Ah, they seem so free!’’. The CKX SLICK helmet is the classic open face helmet model, or more commonly called the bowl. Offering a sleek and timeless style, the SLICK offers:
• a Proclip mechanism for quick opening of the tether strap;
• an inside lining of brushed nylon and perforated leather;
• a padded chin strap;
• a bolted palette style.
Are you fed up with your helmet that makes you look like a mushroom once it’s on your head? Well, the CKX SLICK is one of the smallest open face helmet available on the market and it is totally legal.
To offer adequate security, the SLICK is made of an injection molded, shock resistant glass fibre/Kevlar shell. This design is approved by the DOT FMVSS218 standard. Comfort is assured by the extensive ventilation which the open face helmet offers and from the padded areas resting on the driver’s head.
My view
After having tried the helmet on over 3000 kilometres this summer, I now have a good idea what ‘’cruiser’’ people are looking for in an open face helmet. We all want a helmet that is discreet and so light that you don’t feel it while riding. This way, the sensation of freedom while riding their bikes is tenfold! The CKX SLICK helmet is altogether appropriate to get that feeling!
The lightweight helmet (870 gm) really impressed me and the comfort was not compromised with an inside nylon and perforated leather lining with a padded chin strap. I also adored feeling the wind on my face while riding. Although it is a minimalist helmet, it looks very solid and safe when it is worn. I very much liked the Proclip system too, which allows for quicker opening/closing of the tether strap.
The only remark I have is that when riding at more than 100 km/h and without a windshield, the wind blows in the ear and on a long trip, it becomes annoying. So I suggest a helmet with ear flaps included like the CKX SOLID for people without a windshield.
Offered in 5 graphic options and 1 leather option, it retails starting at $59.99. At this price, why look any further. For more info on CKX open face helmets, visit ckxgear.com.
