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Hiya all All things being equal and with the wind in the right direction, myself and the better half should be visiting Vegas in May. I was there briefly but she hasn't and I think a couple of days will be more than enough ... So we want to get out and about a bit and were going to rent a car but the better half asked about a bike .. RESULT!!!  Anyone have any suggestions or good experiences with rental companies? Yeah, I know it'll more than likely be H-D. Also .. we'll need to buy helmets (rather than drag our own with us) - any good bike shops? God help us we should end up with the rental H-D helmets ... oh the shame!!!  Last time I rode in the US I tried no helmet and loved it (invalidating my insurance aside!). Anyway, am I correct in saying that NV, UT, AZ and CA all require helmets? I have a 1/2 lid I bought last time I was in the US and might be able to take that but I might just say "what the hey" and add to my collection!  Thanks guys and gals in advance for any help / advice.
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You can go helmetless in Utah, Nevada and Arizona. California requires a helmet.
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So long as its a DOT helmet it can be used.. If you like you can buy one havei t shipped here and i will send it to your hotel when you plan on arriving.. www.helmets.comor do a google search for wholesale helmets.
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You can go helmetless in Utah, Nevada and Arizona. California requires a helmet.
Soren
Before posting I did a Google search and the site said lids were required in all the states mentioned over 18yrs old!
Just goes to show you can't trust all the crap on the net!
I'll go without a helmet then ... NO NO NO, I can't!! 
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So long as its a DOT helmet it can be used.. If you like you can buy one havei t shipped here and i will send it to your hotel when you plan on arriving..
www.helmets.com
or do a google search for wholesale helmets.
Thanks Matthew, generous offer buddy.
I have DOT helmet ... I'll just have to take off the UK racing approved sticker I covered it with!
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You can go helmetless in Utah, Nevada and Arizona. California requires a helmet.
Soren
Wrong answer.
Nevada requires helmet use.
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Sorry, I don't have any experience with the rental companies here. There are a few besides HD though, some googling should turn them up.
I'm pretty sure the BMW dealer rents, and some places have Wings available.
Let me know if you would like me to check any out in person, I'll be glad to do it.
I'm sure you can find helmets without any problem. Cycle Gear comes to mind.
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Thanks Bill, I tried the lazy option to begin with ... ba.com member experiences! I'm sure if the trip is a definite, I'll be trawling the pages of Google. The idea of a 'Wing appeals - for novelty value alone. I'm just scared that Wendy will be so comfy that she'll want me to trade the ST in!  BMW is always another option. I gotta say though, the H-D Street Glide I rented before was very comfortable (MASSES of vibration until 2000 revs aside) and the radio / cd player was a bonus .... Cd player?? WTF???
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I had an Electra-Glide from Eagle Rider in LA a few years ago. No problems. ( Well apart from the oil light coming on when it was very hot crossing Golden Gate ) http://www.eaglerider.com/Default.aspx?tabid=85
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According to the 2008 HOG Touring Handbook...
AZ, Helmet required for under age 18.
CA, Helmet required for everyone, even on a push scooter.
NV, Helmet required.
UT, Helmet required for under age 18.
NM, (just in case you wander over this way) Reflectorized helmet required under age 18. Other than that, probably the least motorcycle restricted state in the union.
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I've rented twice from the HD shop in Las Vegas, and both times was pleased with the bikes and the service. They will provide DOT helmets for the rider and passenger included with the rental, (at least last time I was there.) If you take your own, it will be unsure if they will allow you using a non-DOT. I preferred my novelty half shell, so I rode out with theirs, and carried it in the bags while I wore mine...same on return.
later, Tom.
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I rented a BMW 1200RT from BMW of Las Vegas. Very nice people and they loaned me a helmet as well.
Be sure to take the extra insurance on anything you rent!!!
Ask me and the Deer I hit how I know!!!
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Thanks Tom. I bought a DOT 1/2 helmet the last time I was in the US .. I just have a sticker over it for use in the UK 
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Thanks Beavis Quote:
Be sure to take the extra insurance on anything you rent!!!
I usually do!!
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According to the 2008 HOG Touring Handbook...
AZ, Helmet required for under age 18.
CA, Helmet required for everyone, even on a push scooter.
NV, Helmet required.
UT, Helmet required for under age 18.
NM, (just in case you wander over this way) Reflectorized helmet required under age 18. Other than that, probably the least motorcycle restricted state in the union.
Thats all correct - since I have ridden in all those places...also Colorado does NOT require a helmet over 18. Just in case......
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My friends from Hawaii and I have rented bikes from LV H-D several times. Very pleased with the bikes and the service.
Because it is a rental, you do need to wear a helmet.
I've never taken out the extra insurance, but my Hawaii insurance would've covered it.
We brought our own helmets, they didn't bother to check what they were. I prefer a full face just because the wind is so drying, usually leave the shield cracked a bit. If you wear a half helmet, bring a couple of scarves to cover your face.
LV H-D has so many bikes, that if you don't like your first choice, just ask for something different. They have you ride the bikes around their parking lot to make sure you're ok with your choice.
The first time we (Dangerous Curves Hawaii) walked in there, we hadn't thot about renting bikes, a last minute decision.
They were a bit suprised when ten gals walked up to the counter and said we wanted to rent bikes. No problem, they even gave us a discount... Ok, we talked them into it! <G>
Personally, I'd get a Road Glide. It's a bit more sporty and still very comfortable.
Suggestion...since they're running 24 hour rentals, even if it's a multi day rental, by the time you get there in the morning and get signed out, half the day is already gone.
Get their van service, or a taxi from your hotel and get your bike late in the afternoon. Then the next morning you can start out very early and get more riding in while it's a bit cooler.
Dont' forget to grab a road map or two...
Have fun. I love riding out there in the desert.
Oh there's also Indian Casinos you can stop at to grab lunch while you're riding....and to make sure the slots are working properly! <G>
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Your'e always welcome to pop in for a bacon sandwich Grzegorz,with or without your shopping list.Funklecrumpet can cook too yer know 
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Hmmmm! May...huh?!  (I think enough's said there, dude!)
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Funklecrumpet can cook too yer know
He certainly kept that quiet Wenster, he's always gone ta chippy whenever I've stopped over.. 
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Funklecrumpet can cook too yer know
He certainly kept that quiet Wenster, he's always gone ta chippy whenever I've stopped over..
when I stopped at his we went to.................Halfords !!!!!!! 
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Anyway, am I correct in saying that NV, UT, AZ and CA all require helmets?
Once again Montana is ommitted. We're not at the end of the road, but you can almost see it from here.
Have a great vacation and safe travels
jh
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Funklecrumpet can cook too yer know
He certainly kept that quiet Wenster, he's always gone ta chippy whenever I've stopped over..
when I stopped at his we went to.................Halfords !!!!!!!
I tell lies, when Greg came over from the US we went to some place and the meal was great. Forgot about that one, still owe you for that one mate..
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That would have been the OK Diner mate
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Funklecrumpet can cook too yer know
Yeah, I do mean beans on toast! 
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Once again Montana is ommitted.
C'mon! You conveniently forgot to mention having to travel the length of Navada and through Idaho to even get to the Montana border!!
The shortest distance is the better part of 600 miles ... and that's as the crow flies!
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This should end all questions...
http://www.iihs.org/laws/HelmetUseCurrent.aspx
Just easier to make it compulsory, then trying to remember that lot..
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Just easier to make it compulsory, then trying to remember that lot..
Or just say ... "wear one if you want, don't if you dont!"
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I'm just looking at availability etc and I'm seeing this '59 Caddy ...  ... for $325 per day .... or this ....  ... for just $68.50!! I love the Caddy but that Mustang is the right price!! I MEAN, $68.50 per day!! Over here, that would JUST about get you a Ford KA for the day!!! WTF????? Though being convertible, it might ruin my hair .... bwhahahahaha Oh yeah, they do this ...  ... for $199 per day ... not much room for Wendy and any luggage though Do ya think Wendy would mind driving the Mustang while I rode the chop??
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Yes, she would ..... mind! 
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Do ya think Wendy would mind driving the Mustang while I rode the chop??
"I don't thinks so mate"
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It's not going to be all Las Vegas mate.
It's a little too crazy to spend too much time there.
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Yes, she would ..... mind!
Yikes!! 
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Vegas in May? Screw that...hit up GA instead!
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Vegas in May? Screw that...hit up GA instead!
You're not the first to say that Mark
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Vegas in May? Screw that...hit up GA instead!
Hey!!! He's gonna come meet up with us on the left side - at the SW Triumph Fest - he can come see you guys on his next trip!!!! No stealing!
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