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BMW helmets do not have the DOT certification. I believe it is a question of lawsuits ect. They are homologated according to the ISO standards (which are more stringent) In Canada this standard is now accepted and we have the BMW helmets. You can buy a little sticker (I know it is not legal) on ebay with the DOT symbol for travel in the US. Since the helmet is of superior quality I see this transgression as minor. Try moto international in Montreal or any of the Canadian BMW dealers.
I bought mine last summer (on sale) for 480 C$. Quite a deal. It is a very good helmet comparable to the C2 but roomier around the ears.
Good luck
Cheers
Denis R1200RT
I was just trying to help. I think that the system 5 is the best helmet I ever bought. Safety wise and comfort wise. I did not w=mean to touch a nerve here.
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denis R1200Rt
Just ordered mine from Designerhelmets.com in the UK. I have worn a Schuberth for several years now and it needs replacing. The seals are deteriorating and the UV film on the inside of the visor is starting to flake off.
I did some research into the FMVSS-218 vs. the ECE-22.05 certifications. I am satisfied that the helmet is very safe and quality made. It is after all built by Schuberth for BMW.
It was interesting to find out that ECE-22.05 is backwards compatible with DOT, but, not all DOT helmets would be vice-versa.
Just ordered mine from Designerhelmets.com in the UK. I have worn a Schuberth for several years now and it needs replacing. The seals are deteriorating and the UV film on the inside of the visor is starting to flake off.
I did some research into the FMVSS-218 vs. the ECE-22.05 certifications. I am satisfied that the helmet is very safe and quality made. It is after all built by Schuberth for BMW.
It was interesting to find out that ECE-22.05 is backwards compatible with DOT, but, not all DOT helmets would be vice-versa.
I'm going to Paris again in April. If I just bought one and carried it back through the checks at CDG and Newark would anyone stop me? Could I just declare it on the form?
Thanks
With regards to purchase in Europe or UK. I purchased a System 5 for a friend from the UK BMW dealership while on a layover @ LHR last spring Hauled it back to USA in my carryon bag - no problemo. They did not ask about it at customs. My friend loves it.
I am told that there is a difference in the strap between the European and UK model.
Personally I plan to bring back a Schuberth next trip as it has the tinted visor that the BMW helmet lacked. IIRC it is cheaper also.
God luck - i bet you will enjoy the lid. Am told that it is very quiet while riding.
Besides why do you guys want to buy them in France and England when the Euro is so strong versus ordering one from Canadian BMW dealers? cheaper and easier delivery.
my 2cents
Denis
OK,
That might work, but you will get a better response if you say:
Puis-je acheter un casque syteme cinq s'il vous plait?
Pouey_je achetay un kask system synch sil_vou_play? (OK my phonetic spelling is not perfect but it should work...)
Denis