Tonyblaze Posted August 11, 2014 Report Share Posted August 11, 2014 http://www.skullysystems.com/ Anybody diving into the Skully Helmet pre-order? $1,400.00 entry fee. Hype looks good but I;m wondering how the execution will be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gump Posted August 12, 2014 Report Share Posted August 12, 2014 I'm not sure I'd want the distractions. Although I love gadgets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted August 12, 2014 Report Share Posted August 12, 2014 I'd love it if it works as well as it does in my mind, but 1400 is a lot of money for a gadget that I'd really only use a few dozen times per year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted August 12, 2014 Report Share Posted August 12, 2014 Not a damn chance. Too much moneyToo much distractionToo much duplication of what you already have on you and or the bike. Why? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted August 12, 2014 Report Share Posted August 12, 2014 It would be nice to have a rear view camera, it would be nice to have voice activated navigation in the helmet, it would be cool and stuff if I could be like iron man, but not for that price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted August 12, 2014 Report Share Posted August 12, 2014 You have mirrors and earbuds with mic connected to your phone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted August 12, 2014 Report Share Posted August 12, 2014 You have mirrors and earbuds with mic connected to your phoneIn my case, sure the xx has nice wide useful mirrors, but as soon as I get a passenger, those are spotty at best, and most sport bike mirrors are worthless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bakemono Posted August 12, 2014 Report Share Posted August 12, 2014 Pretty cool helmet but not for $1400. Instead, Id buy an Arai for $900 and spend the other $500 on beer. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-bus Posted August 12, 2014 Report Share Posted August 12, 2014 I ride to escape those things. But it's pretty cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh1234 Posted August 12, 2014 Report Share Posted August 12, 2014 I ride to escape those things. But it's pretty cool. I'm a sucker for technology and gadgets, but yeah, I think part of why I enjoy riding so much is that I can't even so much as look at my watch. Whatever time it is, it is. Whatever e-mails I'm getting... They'll just have to wait. Nothing exists but the ride 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted August 12, 2014 Report Share Posted August 12, 2014 ? Really. I text and ride lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calinazaret Posted August 12, 2014 Report Share Posted August 12, 2014 ? Really. I text and ride lolBut can you do THIS?I didn't think so Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAC Posted August 12, 2014 Report Share Posted August 12, 2014 (edited) Pretty cool helmet but not for $1400. Instead, Id buy an Arai for $900 and spend the other $500 on beer. You have chosen wisely, Grasshopper. Except wait until the Arai is on sale and buy more beer. Edited August 12, 2014 by DAC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heagachongoose Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 A corner map display would be pretty nifty. I like the GPS part. The shifting tint face shield is pretty cool too. If only it was a tri-mode, tinted, clear, and yellow. That's something I wouldn't mind having. Other than that the speed display is the only other thing I would deem useful. It might save me from a few go fast certificates. Honestly it's a cool idea but I'm not sure if I see the practicality in it. Or what about the unknown health risks? I'm not sure how I feel about having a powered battery radiating molecules within six inches of my brain for extended periods of time. Not to mention the constant flux of waves of information going to and from the helmet. Long term usage could yield long term damage that you wouldn't even know about for for possibly decades to come. Not trying to be paranoid or anything. Just kind of makes you wonder.. And what happens if you drop the damn thing? I bet the first time it makes ground contact you immediately gain a $1400 paperweight. That being said. If I had a spare $1400 laying in my wallet I'd pick one up in a jiffy. Personally I think it should have been set up as a Bluetooth device and ran via application rather than being a standalone device. That just makes more sense to me. Google should be coming out with google glass equipped visors soon anyways. Efficiently rendering this product obsolete. Cool idea though. But it's not ready. Just a stepping stone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bakemono Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 You have chosen wisely, Grasshopper. Except wait until the Arai is on sale and buy more beer.Or buy a Shoei. As long as its Japanese, its all good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 But can you do THIS?I didn't think soYou've not rode with me yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calinazaret Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 You've not rode with me yet Maybe I should! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InyaAzz Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 ANyone who buys this site unseen is either a fool, or a fool with money to burn. Beta test? Yeah, how about 'marketing ploy'? No reviews about the helmet from ANY of the supposed beta testers. And after the "beta" is up, they announce pre orders starting 6 days later. A WHOLE SIX DAYS. Annnnnd the product isn't going to be delivered until almost a year later? Ummm, no thanks. Cool tech..great idea...but I'm not buying it for one minute that there was a proper beta in place. I'll enjoy my Boxer v8, please and thank you. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Damit Inya, that was supposed to be poss rep not neg. damn phone screen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Maybe I should!I hope you do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InyaAzz Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Damit Inya, that was supposed to be poss rep not neg. damn phone screenI'm a dick and probably deserved it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdonn Posted August 14, 2014 Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 Personally I think it should have been set up as a Bluetooth device and ran via application rather than being a standalone device. .It does have an app... To control the camera and other things. It's on their website. Android and iOSANyone who buys this site unseen is either a fool, or a fool with money to burn.Beta test? Yeah, how about 'marketing ploy'? No reviews about the helmet from ANY of the supposed beta testers. And after the "beta" is up, they announce pre orders starting 6 days later. A WHOLE SIX DAYS. Annnnnd the product isn't going to be delivered until almost a year later? Ummm, no thanks. Cool tech..great idea...but I'm not buying it for one minute that there was a proper beta in place.I'll enjoy my Boxer v8, please and thank you.Completely and utterly agree. Awesome idea, no REAL info about it or how well it works. I'd wait till v2.0. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bakemono Posted August 14, 2014 Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 (edited) ANyone who buys this site unseen is either a fool, or a fool with money to burn. Beta test? Yeah, how about 'marketing ploy'? No reviews about the helmet from ANY of the supposed beta testers. And after the "beta" is up, they announce pre orders starting 6 days later. A WHOLE SIX DAYS. Annnnnd the product isn't going to be delivered until almost a year later? Ummm, no thanks. Cool tech..great idea...but I'm not buying it for one minute that there was a proper beta in place. I'll enjoy my Boxer v8, please and thank you.Agree. Theres sooooo many red flags on that one. If the helmet really is the real deal, you'll still be able to buy one in 5 years and for probably half as much money, not to mention they will probably have a 2nd gen version that is twice as good. Edited August 14, 2014 by Bakemono Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3.504 Posted August 14, 2014 Report Share Posted August 14, 2014 In revzilla's article they said it was built using an existing DOT approved shell that is built by a manufacturer that builds for many. That's a huge red flag for me. It means icon (WPS) or speed and strength (tucker rocky) quality shell with bolted on electronics. If I'm paying anywhere near $1000.00 for a helmet, I want the same quality I get with my arai corsair v. Fitment is my most major concern, and when paying that price, it better be down right luxurious to wear the helmet.In saying all that, the tinted visor is cool as hell. But why the hype on it? Auto dark welding helmets have been that way for years, no button necessary.Would auto dark visors be dorky like transition lens glasses? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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