thats true to a degree 1000bucks for a helmet is a ripoff. my akuma helmet was $390 and saved my life, didn't crack or anything. you don't need to spend a ton of money for good protection, if you want to look cool and have the newest and latest graphics then spend the $1000 on the new helmet. if you want to save a buck then don't get the fancy shit.

helmets have test rating so we know they are safe snell & dot... you don't need to spend a alot to be safe