Helmets

[galaxyS]

That's right and in some cases, yes, the helmets do stink. Take a new textile jacket for example, it has a strange smell to it, and wears off as you use the jacket. That's why I meant keeping it in open air for a while. It's highly impossible for the padding to be wet on a new one. It smells because of the fresh paintjob and plastic chemicals, fabric in cheekpads so and so forth. So wise decision, a little, perfume and a little sun should do the trick.

Cheers!
VJ

perfume should do the trick i guess n this season thesr no hard sunlight but i'll try
also its not sweat smell so washing didnt help.
its the same that comes from car dashboards it just makes me puke , one reason i love biking

[kphilip]

Hey guys, bought the LS2 from Auto queen in cochin.They charged only 2600 bucks when the rest of the competition asked for 3500. I am so pleased with the buy and thankyou everyone in xbhp for making it happen.God bless all!

[SlowSpeed]

Hey guys, bought the LS2 from Auto queen in cochin.They charged only 2600 bucks when the rest of the competition asked for 3500. I am so pleased with the buy and thankyou everyone in xbhp for making it happen.God bless all!

they also sell.primium jackets for low pice..... thats y tey Are the best..

[B7ACKTHORN]

Hey guys, bought the LS2 from Auto queen in cochin.They charged only 2600 bucks when the rest of the competition asked for 3500. I am so pleased with the buy and thankyou everyone in xbhp for making it happen.God bless all!

Anytime mate. Ride safe.

I don't think so it will be a good idea to go for the lager size. then i guess it will compromise the safety of the person during the crash .. then whats the point of buying the helmet ... And ya i have tried 1 size lager than original size well it was way too big .. my head was easily movable inside the helmet ..

Yes, exactly. There is a difference between snug fit and too tight fit, and yes your helmet shouldn't dance when you're wearing it. But too tight, also has its own cons. 1. Number one, you feel so choked up 2. You get tired and nauseated easily due to the prolonged tight fit is what I experienced using a uber tight helmet. Of course all heads come in different shapes and sizes

My previous post was in goodwill for those who are new to helmet techniques and those with sizing issues.

Cheers!
VJ

[shahbaz63]

MY HELMET

[Chandru Raj]

MY HELMET

What helmet is this, model name? And price?

[r13nick]

MY HELMET

sexy . .
its vega boolean

[DeVille]

I don't think so it will be a good idea to go for the lager size. then i guess it will compromise the safety of the person during the crash .. then whats the point of buying the helmet ... And ya i have tried 1 size lager than original size well it was way too big .. my head was easily movable inside the helmet ..

@Deville: i am having speedfire joker and yes i am wearing the correct size

Hmm...I might be going for the same series hence it raised my eyebrows.

Anytime mate. Ride safe.



Yes, exactly. There is a difference between snug fit and too tight fit, and yes your helmet shouldn't dance when you're wearing it. But too tight, also has its own cons. 1. Number one, you feel so choked up 2. You get tired and nauseated easily due to the prolonged tight fit is what I experienced using a uber tight helmet. Of course all heads come in different shapes and sizes

My previous post was in goodwill for those who are new to helmet techniques and those with sizing issues.

Cheers!
VJ

Thing is that all charts point towards an S size according to my head circumference,but that would translate into a painfully tight fit (as I've got really thick hair ).
Hence for most of the lids I've tested I've felt M to be a snug, right fit. PRS also recommended tht when I tried their KBC n Sparx lids. But now if Airoh has this issue of proving to be a tad too tight only after a longish ride, how would I judge s I would be tryin the lid for only 5-10 mins before buying it?

[B7ACKTHORN]

Hmm...I might be going for the same series hence it raised my eyebrows.



Thing is that all charts point towards an S size according to my head circumference,but that would translate into a painfully tight fit (as I've got really thick hair ).
Hence for most of the lids I've tested I've felt M to be a snug, right fit. PRS also recommended tht when I tried their KBC n Sparx lids. But now if Airoh has this issue of proving to be a tad too tight only after a longish ride, how would I judge s I would be tryin the lid for only 5-10 mins before buying it?

I bought my first helmet though online store only, and I usually used to wear an L size, which fits me snugly and perfectly without choking or too tight fit. Did the same with the AIROH, but boy, it was way way way too tighter for me, and the biggest mistake I did. F@CK me for going by instincts

Now to your question of tight fit. Usually hair doesn't play that big of a part, but yes it plays an important role. I've had very long hair, enough to keep pony tail and that's when I bought this helmet and boy it was tighter as hell. Now shaved my hair to an extent and still don't feel comfortable with this helmet. Spent close to 40k on this helmet, but still pretty uselss for me if you ask me, so not using it and been in box for a while now

When you wear it for 5 to 10 min, check for pressure spots on cheeks, forehead etc. Because these are instant pointers as to what you'll be experiencing when you ride long coupled with exhaustion. Sit for a while with your helmet on, concentrate for a while how your head feels with the helmet on, turn your head, left right, up, down and see how it feels, too tight can cause discomfort easily and breathing difficulty too.

I hope this helps. Take your time, no one is gonna hurry you in shop. Wear it, make sure you do all the head turns up, down, left right, etc.

Cheers!
VJ

[Chandrajit]

Here is my new helmet the LS2 IRON. Bought it from A.H. Helmets Andheri for Rs. 3300.

Take a look.

[neevarp16]

I saw somewhere in this thread, someone looking for a Sparx - Che Guevara styled helmet. I just found this link to the online purchase of the same. Thought, the seeker may find it helpful.
The helmet:

Link:
Junglee .com -- Rebel Helmet from Sparx

[MAK7251]

Hey guyz, I'm new to X - BHP and seek your help in upgrading my RX - 135 5 Speed.

It's stock as of now.. But thinking of Spiciing it up a bit to feel the real 2 Stroke power at its best.

Once done with this, shall take on the other family members:

1. RX 135 (4 speed 2001)
2. RXZ 4 Speed (1999)
3. RX - 100 (1987)

Cheers !!

[B7ACKTHORN]

Hey guyz, I'm new to X - BHP and seek your help in upgrading my RX - 135 5 Speed.

It's stock as of now.. But thinking of Spiciing it up a bit to feel the real 2 Stroke power at its best.

Once done with this, shall take on the other family members:

1. RX 135 (4 speed 2001)
2. RXZ 4 Speed (1999)
3. RX - 100 (1987)

Cheers !!

Bro this thread is dedicated especially to helmets, kindly search for RX 100 o rRX 135 threads in xBhp, and you have lots of experienced members who have rebuilt their RXs from scratch.

Cheers!
VJ

[SriramEfunds]

Hey guyz, I'm new to X - BHP and seek your help in upgrading my RX - 135 5 Speed.

It's stock as of now.. But thinking of Spiciing it up a bit to feel the real 2 Stroke power at its best.

Once done with this, shall take on the other family members:

1. RX 135 (4 speed 2001)
2. RXZ 4 Speed (1999)
3. RX - 100 (1987)

Cheers !!

All your 2 stroke queries, use the below section..

Thumpers, Two Stroke And Exotics - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community

[shahbaz63]