Helmdach

English translation: helmet peak

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German term or phrase:Helmdach
English translation:helmet peak
Entered by: Lancashireman

16:47 Nov 25, 2020
German to English translations [PRO]
Tech/Engineering - Advertising / Public Relations / Advert copy for motorbikes
German term or phrase: Helmdach
I am translating a list of specifications for motorbike helmets. I can see what this means literally, but do not know enough about motorcycling to know the correct translation in this context!
Helen Birkbeck
United Kingdom
Local time: 16:59
outer (upper) shell
Explanation:
"There are four main components to the motorcycle helmet: the outer shell, impact-absorbing liner, padded comfort layer, and retention system/chin strap."
https://www.motorcyclelegalfoundation.com/types-of-motorcycl...

https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/ride-safe/147027-helmets-test...

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Note added at 1 hr (2020-11-25 18:19:21 GMT)
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Is it for aerodynamic purposes (see fairing) or for reinforcement?
https://www.lexico.com/definition/fairing

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Note added at 1 hr (2020-11-25 18:35:03 GMT)
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Latest suggestion: helmet peak
https://kmoto.ru/docs/Helmet_spare_parts.pdf
https://www.xlmoto.co.uk/mc-gear/motorcycle-helmets_c16/acce...


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Note added at 2 hrs (2020-11-25 19:25:42 GMT)
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These two images seem to be a good match:
German
https://ixs.com/en/1933/helmdach-hx207-weiss
English
https://www.dirtbikebitz.com/Bell-Moto-9-Helmet-Peak/d571350...
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Lancashireman
United Kingdom
Local time: 16:59
Grading comment
The shell is included but this was an extra, so 'peak' seem to fit well!
4 KudoZ points were awarded for this answer



Summary of answers provided
4 +1outer (upper) shell
Lancashireman
4helmet top
Cillie Swart


  

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52 mins   confidence: Answerer confidence 4/5Answerer confidence 4/5 peer agreement (net): +1
outer (upper) shell


Explanation:
"There are four main components to the motorcycle helmet: the outer shell, impact-absorbing liner, padded comfort layer, and retention system/chin strap."
https://www.motorcyclelegalfoundation.com/types-of-motorcycl...

https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/ride-safe/147027-helmets-test...

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Note added at 1 hr (2020-11-25 18:19:21 GMT)
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Is it for aerodynamic purposes (see fairing) or for reinforcement?
https://www.lexico.com/definition/fairing

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Note added at 1 hr (2020-11-25 18:35:03 GMT)
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Latest suggestion: helmet peak
https://kmoto.ru/docs/Helmet_spare_parts.pdf
https://www.xlmoto.co.uk/mc-gear/motorcycle-helmets_c16/acce...


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Note added at 2 hrs (2020-11-25 19:25:42 GMT)
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These two images seem to be a good match:
German
https://ixs.com/en/1933/helmdach-hx207-weiss
English
https://www.dirtbikebitz.com/Bell-Moto-9-Helmet-Peak/d571350...

Lancashireman
United Kingdom
Local time: 16:59
Native speaker of: Native in EnglishEnglish
PRO pts in category: 171
Grading comment
The shell is included but this was an extra, so 'peak' seem to fit well!
Notes to answerer
Asker: Thank you, but it seems to be referring to an extra piece that fits on the helmet itself, like a sort of extended visor.

Asker: I think helmet peak sounds great! Many thanks for all the help.


Peer comments on this answer (and responses from the answerer)
agree  Klaus Beyer
21 hrs
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16 hrs   confidence: Answerer confidence 4/5Answerer confidence 4/5
helmet top


Explanation:
the top part of the helmet.


    https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/helmet-top-for-m998.175768/
Cillie Swart
South Africa
Local time: 17:59
Works in field
Native speaker of: Native in EnglishEnglish
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