Thanks for everyone for their replies. Special thanks to Blackwind for the review of the Shoie. I decided to go with the RF1000 (Metallic Black)...the fit was much better than the Arais I had tried. Looking forward to my first ride. I may pick up a DOT jockey/polo helmet for my summer country rides...but hard to find one not made in China. Thanks again for all the comments. This forum is great.