Helmet reflective tape
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Helmet reflective tape
While my helmet is white, I wanted to put some reflective tape on it so I was more visible to drivers. Instead of just slapping some tape on it, I found a reflective decal kit from Applied Grapchics (http://www.reflectivedecals.com/). The decals came on two sheets with a page of instructions. The design was left up to you. I think it turned out pretty well.
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I do the same thing. I ride a bicycle a ton at night, and I'm slathered in reflective gear. Did the same thing to the scoot.
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Helmet reflective tape
Yeah, it is dark and grey here all the time.
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Great job Phil, nice pattern and looking very "hi-viz" How do you like the Gmax?
I have some reflective tape to apply too but haven't gotten around to it (tut-tut). So, I've been sporting this for the past year http://www.compacc.com/p/HALO-reflective-Helmet-Band
It works quite well & it's affordable too.
I have some reflective tape to apply too but haven't gotten around to it (tut-tut). So, I've been sporting this for the past year http://www.compacc.com/p/HALO-reflective-Helmet-Band
It works quite well & it's affordable too.
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that looks an excellent job indeed
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Thanks! As far as reflective tape/accessories on the scooter itself, how far have you all gone?
I like the GMAX helmet so far. Well, other than the visor fogs up like crazy. I've put some anti-fogging stuff on it, so far it's working fairly well. Oh, and WhiteNoise, it's a small world, I was born in Queens, NYC, and lived on Long Island, town of Huntington/Greenlawn for the first 11 years of my life. Then we moved out west.
I like the GMAX helmet so far. Well, other than the visor fogs up like crazy. I've put some anti-fogging stuff on it, so far it's working fairly well. Oh, and WhiteNoise, it's a small world, I was born in Queens, NYC, and lived on Long Island, town of Huntington/Greenlawn for the first 11 years of my life. Then we moved out west.
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I have quite a bit of silver reflective tape on the bike. It is only on silver bits except for the exhaust heat shield. I honestly don't even notice it until I light it up. I'll go grab some pictures. Joe
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Nice! Where did you get your scooter skirt, mittens and bags?JLP wrote:I have quite a bit of silver reflective tape on the bike. It is only on silver bits except for the exhaust heat shield. I honestly don't even notice it until I light it up. I'll go grab some pictures. Joe
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I got the mitts and apron from Urban Rider in the UK. Shipping was expensive, but it showed up in two days or so. The Ortlieb panniers are from Aerostich.
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Ah, Queens I haven't been there in sometime. Greenlawn is where I took my driving test (mucho years ago ) at a police station....off Jericho Tpke (I believe?). I'm very familar with all of Huntington, very nice area and a fun quaint town! Me? I'm a long time resident of L.I., then went to FL for 15 yrs. and now back on the Island again. Boy, prices are up here! On everything!philvb wrote:Thanks! As far as reflective tape/accessories on the scooter itself, how far have you all gone?
I like the GMAX helmet so far. Well, other than the visor fogs up like crazy. I've put some anti-fogging stuff on it, so far it's working fairly well. Oh, and WhiteNoise, it's a small world, I was born in Queens, NYC, and lived on Long Island, town of Huntington/Greenlawn for the first 11 years of my life. Then we moved out west.
I read and heard good things about the Gmax helmets. Maybe a bit heavy but for the price? Why not? Fogging was my problem today but only when stopped, on the move with vents open, all was good. I love my Shoei Qwest. Good sale going on right here/now http://www.motorcyclegear.com/street/cl ... pes/shoei/
Good to be seen...reflective stuff rocks! Ride-r safe
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philvb wrote:While my helmet is white, I wanted to put some reflective tape on it so I was more visible to drivers. Instead of just slapping some tape on it, I found a reflective decal kit from Applied Grapchics (http://www.reflectivedecals.com/). The decals came on two sheets with a page of instructions. The design was left up to you. I think it turned out pretty well.
nice job...very neat (expert)
safety awareness....thumbs up
(i'll put some on my helmet too)
thanks for sharing.
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Thanks!ehdlhou wrote:nice job...very neat (expert)
safety awareness....thumbs up
(i'll put some on my helmet too)
thanks for sharing.
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Re: Helmet reflective tape
Ordered from the same guys, delivery to the UK takes two weeks. Will tape chequers like the ones I have on my helmet to the scooter, in white reflective should make a nice contrast with the black paint.
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Hey djcat, I almost bought the same kit! It's sitting on Amazon in my wish list. I think that's where Santa gets all his ideas from! lol:
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Love the look! Would be great to see pics of the helmet and scooter together when you are done.djcat wrote:Ordered from the same guys, delivery to the UK takes two weeks. Will tape chequers like the ones I have on my helmet to the scooter, in white reflective should make a nice contrast with the black paint.