Helmets

[satyenpoojary]

Have been using it since yesterday only :P
So far done about 350KMs with it, have been clocking 100+ in dry and rain conditions!
The SS1 is a dual sport helmet with no jazzy lights n all!

[B7ACKTHORN]

I do have Studds Ninja already.. But its a flip open type and I m wary of flip type helmets thats all... The Gliders MC1 had cost me 1350 INR..
the point I m trying to make is that Ninja was 1650 INR so, being in the same price range Is it that Ninja is of better quality do you think ?

I've used the Studds Ninja for over a year and throwed it at whatever circumstances the world could throw, performed flawlessly. In fact, held up so good for a year or so before the padding gave away (but that was due to my crappy usage I guess )

But flip ups are good for local use, not for touring. Because a full face helmet can hold up better in a crash than a flip up helmet, as a flip up is just held in place by a piece of locks. What protection would those locks have if you were to involve in a head on crash? It's wise to use a those helmets if you want basic protection and go for full face for touring and long tripping.

If you are to ask me: NEVER NEVER EVER buy open flip helmets! IT DOES NOT PROTECT YOUR CHIN/JAWS by any means. And when you are buying something for protection, it should protect you by all means. I have seen my self in college that people go for open face Helmets just to Show-off / Looks etc etc. Trust me, even Lookwise nothing beats Full-face helmets. They are gorgeous in their looks and on top of that - Make you look PRO! and safety?? You just got a Life Insurance with a FF helmet.

Not really bro. Unless the quality of the helmet is of cheap quality, locally made (unknown desi made that is ) is what you should stay clear off. Flip ups doesn't mean you're not protected. It's basic purpose is to give comfort and the adequate protection needed.

As they say 100 Rupees helmet, 100 rupees head

Got a new helmet for the Leh Ride
The SS-1 from Dual Sport - SOL Helmet India

It looks pretty much like the XD3 from Arai!

Good things
- You can see a LOT through this! has to be one of the broadest display dimension that I have seen!
- Adequate Ventilation (which could mean wind noise too)
- LOVED the fit and finish!
- The lense hardly has any distortion!
- The Chin strip can safely house a mobilephoneHand held camera if need be :P (DO NOT DO THIS!)

Whats not so good! Tough to find but..
- The Clips for the air vent is a bit clunky!

If you are into Rain riding, or bit of dirt riding or in any sort of riding which involves splashing mud\muck water by yourself or by others, then this is a helmet worth checking out!

Good one, Satyen. Do post your ride experience with the helmet. And congrats on you getting Leh'd

The SOL helmets i had seen recently at AH Helmets. Looks r awsum, Yes the ventilation are also more than any other other helmets. There is some lights also on rear part of the helmet. Have you used it on triple digit speeds? Plz attach the pictures along.

Dual sport helmet in SOL doesn't have LED lights Ameya. The LEDs come as standard in full face helmets in all models, except a particular full face model.

Cheers!
VJ

[Ameya220]

Flip ups in SOL doesn't have LED lights Ameya. The LEDs come as standard in full face helmets in all models, except a particular full face model.

I never mentioned anythng about half face nor flipup helmets Sir

[B7ACKTHORN]

Flip ups in SOL doesn't have LED lights Ameya. The LEDs come as standard in full face helmets in all models, except a particular full face model.

I never mentioned anythng about half face nor flipup helmets Sir

No problem. I was just making a statement there. I know your question wasn't into flip-ups. Chill

Cheers!
VJ

[princesirohi]

i have a querry - the CROSS helemt i recently purchased is my first helmet with air vents on top. now if i open these vents during rains, will water enter the helmet ??

will the helmet/ my head/ my hairs get wet ??

[satyenpoojary]

^Actually SOL doesnt have a flipup helmet so far :P

[B7ACKTHORN]

^Actually SOL doesnt have a flipup helmet so far :P

I meant dual sport, my bad The reason for that was I was answering a previous post regarding flip-ups

Cheers!
VJ

[B7ACKTHORN]

i have a querry - the CROSS helemt i recently purchased is my first helmet with air vents on top. now if i open these vents during rains, will water enter the helmet ??

will the helmet/ my head/ my hairs get wet ??

I open all my helmet vents during rain for more air to flow inside the helmet and front vents to assist in defogging. So far I've never seen a drop come inside. Why don't you try pouring water on top or keep it under running tap water(slight drizzle) and see how the helmet performs in that case. (just in case)

That said, it shouldn't leak inside the helmet.

Cheers!
VJ

[RedFlash]

Mumbai Guys, need help.

Is there a Genuine AGV/Nolan/X-Lite store in Mumbai ?
If yes, can I please get address/Website/Contact Number.
Thank You.

[Chandrajit]

Got a new helmet for the Leh Ride
The SS-1 from Dual Sport - SOL Helmet India

It looks pretty much like the XD3 from Arai!

Good things
- You can see a LOT through this! has to be one of the broadest display dimension that I have seen!
- Adequate Ventilation (which could mean wind noise too)
- LOVED the fit and finish!
- The lense hardly has any distortion!
- The Chin strip can safely house a mobilephoneHand held camera if need be :P (DO NOT DO THIS!)


Whats not so good! Tough to find but..
- The Clips for the air vent is a bit clunky!


If you are into Rain riding, or bit of dirt riding or in any sort of riding which involves splashing mud\muck water by yourself or by others, then this is a helmet worth checking out!

do u recommend for regular use? does it have the LEDs?

[ABikerAtHeart]

i have a querry - the CROSS helemt i recently purchased is my first helmet with air vents on top. now if i open these vents during rains, will water enter the helmet ??

will the helmet/ my head/ my hairs get wet ??

The best thing to answer that is a ride in the rain.

[neevarp16]

I am completely new to selecting helmets.

Is it okay to go with Studds for my first helmet.?
They seems to have their range at the lower rates.
If not okay, suggest me some other brands that I can have a look at.

I'll be shifting to Hyd or Blr in a couple of months and planning to take my bike as a roadtrip. So, it would be better to buy one now. Considering this, Studds only have a dealer located at my reach, as for now.

[B7ACKTHORN]

Mumbai Guys, need help.

Is there a Genuine AGV/Nolan/X-Lite store in Mumbai ?
If yes, can I please get address/Website/Contact Number.
Thank You.

AGV contact PRS Performance Racing Store
Nolan contact PlanetDSG : Motorcycle Riding Gear, Accessories, Apparel and..
you can use the websites to purchase directly from their site or contact them thru their number in their respective sites.

X-Lite, no idea, maybe others can help, but try sourcing it from overseas if you can

Cheers!
VJ

[chicane1879]

Got my new Lid SOL SF-1(Acme Red). Here are some pics...

[B7ACKTHORN]

Got my new Lid SOL SF-1(Acme Red). Here are some pics...

Nice buy mate. Do post your ride review here. Wind noise, comfort, hot spots, what not.

Cheers!
VJ