Re: Budget helmets under Rs.2500

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Re: Budget helmets under Rs.2500

Check out the Studds Shifter. costs around 2K and is best helmet at this range.

It has 2 air vents on top which can be opened for air flow and closed if needed. The chin protector also is ventilated and comes with a defogger attachment, which prevents the fog build up inside the windshield during winters, this is removable.
It comes with 2 wind shields, the outer one is clear plastic and inside the helmet, a tinted one to use on sunny days. Both of these are good and clear and if kept scratch-less and clean you won't even feel that there is a plastic wind shield in front of you.
The fit and finish is very good and it comes in matt black color. The helmet fits snuggly over the head and the cushions and paddings are soft and plush.
The only down side that I felt over 4 years of usage is the weight. The helmet is heavy, feels solid and robust but heavy. I have no problems in the city, but the neck starts aching on long tours. About 2-3 hours in a long journey and you start feeling the weight of helmet on the muscles of your neck. It is very good for city riding and daily commutes. Check it out in a shop near you or order it online.