Helmets

[sujithbvm]

Re: Helmets

In short I'd suggest you XL. As Inderjeet and MEP said, it's super snug and depending on the shell design it can have pressure points. These lids almost choke you from the cheek inside (gives you that Marc and Jorge feel ) but if you have some cheek flesh like I do, then it's a little tight fit in there until it beds in. Mine took a good 2 months just to make sure I remove it easily, but it still compresses my cheeks and chewing on a bubblegum is a nightmare. Oh my! And your hair that's a mess each time.

Cheers!
VJ

Ya I missed out on the hair part totally.. I am sure everytime I remove the helmet, hair is gonaa get broken or pulled apart and become messy.

Putting on is ok but removing is a heavy task.
Will put for replacement with the XL size.

Thank you for all your inputs 👍👍

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The head shape of SMK and MT are different, it seems the SMK you ordered is intermediate oval shaped.

The cons of this size are that the cheeks will pain for a few days. But the benefit is that the helmet paddings doesn't go lose very soon.

But always remember to buy the correct head shape, in my opinion.

Ya it's so fit that it makes me pout automatically 😂😂...
This is the model I ordered.

SMK MA271 Twister Logo Graphics Pinlock Fitted Full Face Helmet With Clear Visor (Matt Black, Orange and White, L) https://www.amazon.in/dp/B06XG5PP6C/..._1rJtmmIdd8mpH

[B7ACKTHORN]

Re: Helmets

Hi Guys,

Needed some help on SMK helmets related to size information. My head is size L 59 cms and I had ordered a SMK twister helmet from amazon of size L.
But the problem is it seems to be tight for me especially the cheeks are getting pressed too much and removing the helmet feels like my ears are gonna tear off.

Please suggest that if this normal in SMK brand as the same L size in MT was quite good for me.
Should I go ahead and order the XL size?
But i feel it might too loose for me as the size chart says size XL is for 61 cm head size. I am confused now

If anyone using the same brand or has any insight on this then it would be of great help.

Thank you

In short I'd suggest you XL. As Inderjeet and MEP said, it's super snug and depending on the shell design it can have pressure points. These lids almost choke you from the cheek inside (gives you that Marc and Jorge feel ) but if you have some cheek flesh like I do, then it's a little tight fit in there until it beds in. Mine took a good 2 months just to make sure I remove it easily, but it still compresses my cheeks and chewing on a bubblegum is a nightmare. Oh my! And your hair that's a mess each time.

Cheers!
VJ

[MidnightEvil Parth]

Re: Helmets

Hi Guys,

Needed some help on SMK helmets related to size information. My head is size L 59 cms and I had ordered a SMK twister helmet from amazon of size L.
But the problem is it seems to be tight for me especially the cheeks are getting pressed too much and removing the helmet feels like my ears are gonna tear off.

Please suggest that if this normal in SMK brand as the same L size in MT was quite good for me.
Should I go ahead and order the XL size?
But i feel it might too loose for me as the size chart says size XL is for 61 cm head size. I am confused now

If anyone using the same brand or has any insight on this then it would be of great help.

Thank you

The head shape of SMK and MT are different, it seems the SMK you ordered is intermediate oval shaped.

The cons of this size are that the cheeks will pain for a few days. But the benefit is that the helmet paddings doesn't go lose very soon.

But always remember to buy the correct head shape, in my opinion.

[B7ACKTHORN]

Re: Helmets

He asked about smaller 'shell' size and not a smaller head size fit. That is the thing, no helmets have good shell size differentiation in that price.

MEP, that's exactly the reason I opened up the gamut to him. Just so he is all the more informed and makes an informed choice. Tons of lids out there, each with different shell types (moulds) and sizes. So, this should just help him in the process.

Cheers!
VJ

[Ijs]

Re: Helmets

Hi Guys,

Needed some help on SMK helmets related to size information. My head is size L 59 cms and I had ordered a SMK twister helmet from amazon of size L.
But the problem is it seems to be tight for me especially the cheeks are getting pressed too much and removing the helmet feels like my ears are gonna tear off.

Please suggest that if this normal in SMK brand as the same L size in MT was quite good for me.
Should I go ahead and order the XL size?
But i feel it might too loose for me as the size chart says size XL is for 61 cm head size. I am confused now

If anyone using the same brand or has any insight on this then it would be of great help.

Thank you

Mine was ultra tight like this initially, i can even speak but it gets comfortable with usage. I use size s.

[MidnightEvil Parth]

Re: Helmets

Hi guys..i have been searching all over the internet for helmets having smaller shell size..Can any of you please suggest some helmets having small shell size that would come under the cost bracket of 6000 rupees..i am.looking for only full face helmets

There are no helmets with a small shell size in that price.
As mentioned above, you can get a small size fit, but the shell size remains the same.

I am using smk twister s(small size 550mm i guess) didn't find the size on any other brand locally. Smk is available in size xs also.

I assume he asked about small shell size and not small fitment size.

[sujithbvm]

Re: Helmets

Hi Guys,

Needed some help on SMK helmets related to size information. My head is size L 59 cms and I had ordered a SMK twister helmet from amazon of size L.
But the problem is it seems to be tight for me especially the cheeks are getting pressed too much and removing the helmet feels like my ears are gonna tear off.

Please suggest that if this normal in SMK brand as the same L size in MT was quite good for me.
Should I go ahead and order the XL size?
But i feel it might too loose for me as the size chart says size XL is for 61 cm head size. I am confused now

If anyone using the same brand or has any insight on this then it would be of great help.

Thank you

[Ijs]

Re: Helmets

Hi guys..i have been searching all over the internet for helmets having smaller shell size..Can any of you please suggest some helmets having small shell size that would come under the cost bracket of 6000 rupees..i am.looking for only full face helmets

I am using smk twister s(small size 550mm i guess) didn't find the size on any other brand locally. Smk is available in size xs also.

[B7ACKTHORN]

Re: Helmets

Hi guys..i have been searching all over the internet for helmets having smaller shell size..Can any of you please suggest some helmets having small shell size that would come under the cost bracket of 6000 rupees..i am.looking for only full face helmets

You have a gamut of helmet manufactures these days right from MT to SMK to Steelbird to Studds to LS2 to even imported brands of your size (SMALL). I'd recommend you to check the SMK
Helmets, excellent value for money helmets closely followed by Studds and then MT and the likes.

SMK HELMETS

https://motocentral.in/collections/smk-helmets

MT HELMETS

https://www.spartanprogear.com/collections/helmets

Cheers!
VJ

[sanjay.rajan500]

Re: Helmets

Hi guys..i have been searching all over the internet for helmets having smaller shell size..Can any of you please suggest some helmets having small shell size that would come under the cost bracket of 6000 rupees..i am.looking for only full face helmets

[Gollum]

Re: Helmets

Guys, What is the usual weight of a Helmet.
Mine weighs 1.66Kg (without camera) and I get bad neck pain when I ride my bike(with or without camera)
On the scooty I have no problems.

Can you guys recommend a lighter helmet?

I researched for hemlets and I found that HJC FG 17 is a lightweight helmet But I cannot find the weight.
AGV K1 weighs 1.55Kg but both of these are way out of my budget for now.

I currently own SOL Metalman

[Thamps]

Re: Helmets

Is there anyone using the SMK stellar helmet? How does it perform on highways in terms of comfort, noise reduction, ventilation etc.

Comfortable fit.good liners.ventillation is not that good(when compared with hjc cl-17)in terms of noise reduction,both of these are almost same(loud).stellar does have a slight edge due to chin curtain.stellar is stable at high speeds too.

[Throttlefreak]

Re: Helmets

Is there anyone using the SMK stellar helmet? How does it perform on highways in terms of comfort, noise reduction, ventilation etc.

[saorabbh]

Re: Helmets

You sure about that?

No sorry.

Little confusion here.

FG-17 dont come with speaker pockets but it is SNELL ECE rated.

FG-ST comes with speaker pockets and sun visor but comes with DOT ECE rating.

Both are equally priced. And have same shell design.

[vnsk]

Re: Helmets

I was looking for some light mode for my helmet and came across this site by sheer chance.

https://www.ourlife.store/collections/all/products/badass-helmet-lighting-kits?variant=14527000608837

I had seen the original light mode site where the same design is available for $129 plus shipping charges from Canada. In Lifestore it cost me just $ 34.99 including shipping. The price has again dropped ny $10 when I checked it last night. The design is the exact same, probably these guys supply them ! !

There was one difference though. When I ordered it , the site said the battery pack / control unit was rechargeable and it comes with adhesive in the back. I got a regular control unit where I have to put 2 AA battery and it came with a clip. So now I have to figure out to fix it to the helmet. The LED strip and the control unit is supposed to be waterproof which I will have to test in the rain.

The control unit has a button which cycles through - Constant glow, slow blink, fast blink and off.

The item came after 26 days after ordering ( tracking is available) . I will mount it today or tomorrow and put a video.