Helmets

[B7ACKTHORN]

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I am all for retro looks and have bought a Bell Classic helmet recently. Although not a full face unit, the helmet is built like a tank and very comfy for regular riding.

At 1.2 kilograms, it is a bit heavier than my Studds helmet, but the looks of it are a killer. I especially love the coloured stripes on the Bell's white surface.

The price of course is a little high but I bought the helmet from a bike accessory shop in Chhatarpur and they assured me of proper warranty and after sales support. Anyways, it's not every day you buy a helmet, eh?

Post your review about it here with photos. It's time we see some user reviews on this thread. I suppose it was purchased from Motocentral?

Cheers!
VJ

[riturawat55]

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I am all for retro looks and have bought a Bell Classic helmet recently. Although not a full face unit, the helmet is built like a tank and very comfy for regular riding.

At 1.2 kilograms, it is a bit heavier than my Studds helmet, but the looks of it are a killer. I especially love the coloured stripes on the Bell's white surface.

The price of course is a little high but I bought the helmet from a bike accessory shop in Chhatarpur and they assured me of proper warranty and after sales support. Anyways, it's not every day you buy a helmet, eh?

[B7ACKTHORN]

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I second this.
Have been using MT, SMK and Shiro. I'd pick Shiro for city usage (superlight) and SMK elsewhere. Double D ring and the convenience of it is what I miss on SMK, but okay, I am fine with it.

The buckle clasp helmets are best suited for local commutes, at least when it comes to practically terms. DDs are best suited for touring and highway sprints.

Cheers!
VJ

[MidnightEvil Parth]

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I second this.
Have been using MT, SMK and Shiro. I'd pick Shiro for city usage (superlight) and SMK elsewhere. Double D ring and the convenience of it is what I miss on SMK, but okay, I am fine with it.

I second. Had to go one size up for SMK. btw, only MT is dual certified.SMK has only ECE.(personally i feel dual certification are a joke)

[B7ACKTHORN]

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Hi i went for the FlyRacing Revolt F-S which is a Snell Certified helmet, got it for 140$ which is less than 10k but it costs 13500/- in India i have posted a short first impression on Tbhp.

Lovely. Do post your reviews here too, will definitely help out members here too.

Cheers!
VJ

[Abhishekilke]

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Have you checked the Studds Shifter series? It's heavy and rock as a Snell helmet. Do not go for the Steelbird Air series. They are junks. Indeed Thanks, one small misaligned ECE sticker on the SMK.

Hi i went for the FlyRacing Revolt F-S which is a Snell Certified helmet, got it for 140$ which is less than 10k but it costs 13500/- in India i have posted a short first impression on Tbhp.

[B7ACKTHORN]

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Well for beginners SMK maybe good but if i have the budget i would rather go for a better helmet even if it is a few gm's heavier, because now i have learnt that to get used to the 'heavy' helmets is by doing neck exercises.

Have you checked the Studds Shifter series? It's heavy and rock as a Snell helmet. Do not go for the Steelbird Air series. They are junks.

I second. Had to go one size up for SMK. btw, only MT is dual certified.SMK has only ECE.(personally i feel dual certification are a joke)

Indeed Thanks, one small misaligned ECE sticker on the SMK.

Cheers!
VJ

[Thamps]

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I second. Had to go one size up for SMK. btw, only MT is dual certified.SMK has only ECE.(personally i feel dual certification are a joke)

SMK HELMETS are the best bet after MT. SMK are absolute value for money than when compared to MT. Both MT and SMK are dual certified. Where SMK gets the upper edge is the weight and the PINLOCK included for free. MT is heavier when compared to SMK.

What is a pain with both MT and SMK are the wind noise, MT is a train whistle post 75+ and so is SMK. Secondly, size runs a little bigger on SMK even though the sizing guide looks same for all their range, some are shockingly tight and loose for the same size, due to shell design, so it's recommended to try SMK in person for the right fit.

AXOR, the new kid on the block too have similar features as the above ones, but they are heavier. With good graphics, AXOR seems to have doing good. But the brands to stay away are THH and LS2.

But, I for one would recommend SMK for good build, PINLOCK, lightweight and VFM proposition.

Cheers!
VJ

[B7ACKTHORN]

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SMK HELMETS are the best bet after MT. SMK are absolute value for money than when compared to MT. Both MT and SMK are dual certified. Where SMK gets the upper edge is the weight and the PINLOCK included for free. MT is heavier when compared to SMK.

What is a pain with both MT and SMK are the wind noise, MT is a train whistle post 75+ and so is SMK. Secondly, size runs a little bigger on SMK even though the sizing guide looks same for all their range, some are shockingly tight and loose for the same size, due to shell design, so it's recommended to try SMK in person for the right fit.

AXOR, the new kid on the block too have similar features as the above ones, but they are heavier. With good graphics, AXOR seems to have doing good. But the brands to stay away are THH and LS2.

But, I for one would recommend SMK for good build, PINLOCK, lightweight and VFM proposition.

Cheers!
VJ

[addverma]

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Well for beginners SMK maybe good but if i have the budget i would rather go for a better helmet even if it is a few gm's heavier, because now i have learnt that to get used to the 'heavy' helmets is by doing neck exercises.

Can you please elaborate a bit on the neck exercises.

[Sird]

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Well for beginners SMK maybe good but if i have the budget i would rather go for a better helmet even if it is a few gm's heavier, because now i have learnt that to get used to the 'heavy' helmets is by doing neck exercises.

Paying hefty money at physiotherapist daily [emoji24]
Get the neck exercise started and make it lifetime habit.

[Abhishekilke]

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Well for beginners SMK maybe good but if i have the budget i would rather go for a better helmet even if it is a few gm's heavier, because now i have learnt that to get used to the 'heavy' helmets is by doing neck exercises.

[Thamps]

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Aren't SMK light?i have one(stellar) which feels very light.it can also be considered as a daily use helmet due to its easy availability of parts.it can be replaced every 3 years if it doesn't last long considering the price.right? Just my 2 cents.
CL-17 is a heavy helmet.one will definitely notice it when compared to other helmets

The sad part is if you want a light helmet you've to either buy the Steelbirds(Dislike them) or a helmet which has a Fibreglass or those Carbon Fibre shell's which are costly.

[Sird]

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The sad part is if you want a light helmet you've to either buy the Steelbirds(Dislike them) or a helmet which has a Fibreglass or those Carbon Fibre shell's which are costly.

Exactly my thoughts.
I was so convinced for getting a Studds thunder or something lol. But then it struck me what if I get habitual to that light weight shit helmet and then it would be so hard to use any good protective helmet. [emoji52][emoji55]

[Abhishekilke]

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P.S. : I'm also looking for a light weight helmet for daily usage. If not light weight a new helmet, but MT's doesn't make sense for 8-9k price.

The sad part is if you want a light helmet you've to either buy the Steelbirds(Dislike them) or a helmet which has a Fibreglass or those Carbon Fibre shell's which are costly.