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AMA Supersport
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Redneck Riviera, FL
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Does this exist and if not, why not?
This is at CES this year, ski goggles with a built in heads up display. http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/06/r...oid-bluetooth/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4H4A...embedded#at=93
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Moto GP Star
Join Date: Feb 2008
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The technology is obvioulsy there. Just expect to pay a minimum of $100 more per helmet if you want that feature.
Considering that most helmets are in the $200-$500 range, that kind of increase is a little steep for most to swallow. |
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I like the idea but I want my helmet to really focus on keeping my noggin intact. If I have to glance at the instruments for a half second, so be it.
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Join Date: Nov 2008
Moto: CBR 900, KLR ugly ass duckling, Gas Man
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I've seen some primitive displays for sale, usually just a light or blinking light, but nothing really more than that, the next connie 14 is supposed to have a display in the windshield, and possibly a bluetooth connection for a kawasaki branded helmet. There are also some home brew versions around teh internet if you look
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Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Raleigh, NC
Moto: CBR1000
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Aftermarket HUD's have been around for years for MC helmets. Usually include speed, tach, and gear indicator. Haven't seen any helmets with a built-in OEM though, probably too narrow a market to attempt that.
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AMA Supersport
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As for price, I think its a much tougher sell to add a $200 premium on a pair of $90 goggles than it is to add it to a $300 helmet.
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What graphics do you match the HUD with to satisfy demand? How much will it impact R&D costs to have one included as OEM? The risk and development cost impact of selling HUD aftermarket is much smaller. |
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Crotch Rocket Curmudgeon
Join Date: Nov 2008
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Someone needs to make a wireless (bluetooth?) helmet with HUD.
They can put that shit in tiny things like computer mice, it should fit in a helmet. I see an opportunity for someone to make some money here in a niche market. I would like to see at least: Tach, Speedo, Gear Indicator, Turn Signal
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Join Date: Feb 2008
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I could see it working maybe as an add-on from the mfg... like all helmets come with a shitty clear sheild and we all buy the tinted/iridium or whatever... sheild HUD kit - bluetooth...
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