Helmets

[giridhar]

Both Cross and LS2 are pretty good VFM helmets, Cross being a notch below LS2. If you really like to get a helmet in <=3k range, why don't your Studds Rhyno, it's a really cool helmet. There are lots of models in LS2 and Cross. Extend your budget and go for SOL.

Thanks bro will go for sol I guess.Would post after getting the helmet.

[vzuwOw]

Thanks bro will go for sol I guess.Would post after getting the helmet.

I own a SOL 68 sII Unicorn.
I would suggest you please dont go for chinese brands(SOL), better buy helmets of italian brands like AIROH , etc.Starts at INR 7000-8000 onwards
Their build quality is much better than chinese ones.
All the LED's and 18 vents are of no use.2 vents are enough.

[sayhi2sai]

I own a SOL 68 sII Unicorn.
I would suggest you please dont go for chinese brands(SOL), better buy helmets of italian brands like AIROH , etc.Starts at INR 7000-8000 onwards
Their build quality is much better than chinese ones.
All the LED's and 18 vents are of no use.2 vents are enough.

Is there some particular reason you say this? But one clarification before you explain, SOL is not a chinese brand . Wondering where you got that information from. And do you detest everything that is made in china and prefer everything made in ITALY, over it? Then I have to say, you my dear friend are driven by prejudice and not sound judgement and my sympathies are with you, and if you do have a reason for this, then please do share it with us.

[B7ACKTHORN]

I own a SOL 68 sII Unicorn.
I would suggest you please dont go for chinese brands(SOL), better buy helmets of italian brands like AIROH , etc.Starts at INR 7000-8000 onwards
Their build quality is much better than chinese ones.
All the LED's and 18 vents are of no use.2 vents are enough.

Guys guys, chill out. And vzuwOw, SOL hemets are made in Taiwan and sell like hot cakes there. Every product has its defect be it from any manufacturer. And appreciate for your honest review.

Is there some particular reason you say this? But one clarification before you explain, SOL is not a chinese brand . Wondering where you got that information from. And do you detest everything that is made in china and prefer everything made in ITALY, over it? Then I have to say, you my dear friend are driven by prejudice and not sound judgement and my sympathies are with you, and if you do have a reason for this, then please do share it with us.

SOL is a Taiwanese brand. You are right not all Chinese made are crap. Chinese are people who will give you better than an original A* jacket, be it any manufacturer if the guy is willing to pay. Considering 90% of the stuffs come with Made in China tags.

The only thing is, Chinese are adept at replicating and selling, in which the names of genuine manufacturers get rotted up. Aren't we Indians doing that? So it's not wise to argue over Chinese and Italy. All people wearing Italian Chinese Japanese helmets and gears do die in race tracks, whether it's helmet or any gear they wear.

Please, guys, don't argue this over here, kind request. Thanks

Cheers!
VJ

[sayhi2sai]

Guys guys, chill out. And vzuwOw, SOL hemets are made in Taiwan and sell like hot cakes there. Every product has its defect be it from any manufacturer. And appreciate for your honest review.



SOL is a Taiwanese brand. You are right not all Chinese made are crap. Chinese are people who will give you better than an original A* jacket, be it any manufacturer if the guy is willing to pay. Considering 90% of the stuffs come with Made in China tags.

The only thing is, Chinese are adept at replicating and selling, in which the names of genuine manufacturers get rotted up. Aren't we Indians doing that? So it's not wise to argue over Chinese and Italy. All people wearing Italian Chinese Japanese helmets and gears do die in race tracks, whether it's helmet or any gear they wear.

Please, guys, don't argue this over here, kind request. Thanks

Cheers!
VJ

So much information with your intent being "don't argue?". I suggest you to please understand the context of my post. And let's not go off topic, I only wanted to know what differences vuzuwow has noticed between chinese and italian "helmets", this being a helmet thread and all. Thanks.

[B7ACKTHORN]

So much information with your intent being "don't argue?". I suggest you to please understand the context of my post. And let's not go off topic, I only wanted to know what differences vuzuwow has noticed between chinese and italian "helmets", this being a helmet thread and all. Thanks.

Exactly. The thing he mentioned was maybe fit and finish. Obviously there is a price factor to anything there is outside. So people want bang for the buck buddy. Not everyone will go easy with their money spent on anything that they regard as useful and after they bought thinking it's useless, that's what I meant.

I agree to your point completely. And the other clarification was for all the members.

Even my iPod is Made in China, even my Sony Phone is Made in China, even my laptop speakers are Made in China. What not?

I just don't want people arguing over Chinese products, because it's been repeated ZILLION times, as I've been here. So let's forget this topic, and talk only about helmets, please

Cheers!
VJ

[RAK]

Coming back to the Pump helmets. I was informed at A.H. that there has been a complaint about the seal bursting. Once the seal bursts the cheek pads become loose so was advised not to go for the pump helmet.

Thx.

Did you check with him whether this is covered under warranty or not?

[vzuwOw]

So much information with your intent being "don't argue?". I suggest you to please understand the context of my post. And let's not go off topic, I only wanted to know what differences vuzuwow has noticed between chinese and italian "helmets", this being a helmet thread and all. Thanks.

There is a sticker behind the helment which says "Made in Taiwan".So guys i know its not a chinese brand.
Also for your FYI ,SOL helmets sells in US by the name of GMAX.

And sai , i'm not at all against with chinese products.Infact all my electonics at home are made in china.
It was in context with HELMETS only.I jut wanted to say if you are buying a helmet go for Europian Brand over Asian Brand.They are more robust and Reliable.

I made those statements because the build quality is good enough but not upto the mark when you are paying around 5-6 grands.
I had once taken out all my pads to wash them and that was it when the trouble started.
Now again and again when i remove my helmet from my face my pads come out.I guess thats because of the button which may have got problem from where the pads are attached to the inner side of the helmet.
Also there is no enough cushioning on the upper side.

And b7ackthorn , Sai has very right to argue with me because i didnt give enough information on my statements.

Cheers.

[mskr]

I recently got my 68S2 wizard. i love the helmet.
At the back there is a sticker "Made in Taiwan" and inside the helmet on warning tag is says "Made in Taiwan".

SOL Name is printed on whole body, but on my visor Gmax is embossed.
so i think even for US they import from Taiwan with Gmax label.

[powermatrix]

Thanks guys for the help in helmet ranges

Today i bought Acme Red

Full Face - SOL Helmet India

Rs 4990

Its has 6 Air ventilators , Inner sun vicer , outer Glass vicer , Removable padding , DOT certified and LED lights at back ( lol )

Thanks....

[B7ACKTHORN]

Thanks guys for the help in helmet ranges

Today i bought Acme Red

Full Face - SOL Helmet India

Rs 4990

Its has 6 Air ventilators , Inner sun vicer , outer Glass vicer , Removable padding , DOT certified and LED lights at back ( lol )

Thanks....

Great buy there. Post your user reviews without fail, can help a lot of people here. And I don't know why you've used *lol* for LED. The LED is a really cool feature at night and on to some extent on day too. You will thank them at night, trust me.

Cheers!
VJ

[mulli84]

Bought a SOL SL-68S and after wearing it for 2 times, my whole head got paining. Finally found out that the helmet is longer only vertically. The problem is that my head is slightly bigger in sides and IT was too tight. SO I exchanged my helmet with LS2. Wow its a perfect fit. Im totally happy with the helmet.
Im not saying that SOL is bad. Its bad for me. I really not happy to give SOL. It was great. But at last our body should be taken care of than anything else!

[B7ACKTHORN]

Bought a SOL SL-68S and after wearing it for 2 times, my whole head got paining. Finally found out that the helmet is longer only vertically. The problem is that my head is slightly bigger in sides and IT was too tight. SO I exchanged my helmet with LS2. Wow its a perfect fit. Im totally happy with the helmet.
Im not saying that SOL is bad. Its bad for me. I really not happy to give SOL. It was great. But at last our body should be taken care of than anything else!

Absolutely, fit and comfort comes first than looks and name. Also, if you can provide the photos of your your LS2 helmet with model name, so that others can be helped around in their decision to go for a helmet.

Congrats on your buy.

Cheers!
VJ

[theironhorse99]

using a LS2 cartoon 2 Matte black.. however after 130..ish the wind noise gets unbearable if not crouching....


any other options/upgrade that can be helpful to reduce wind noise.
helmet wil lbe bought next month.. i can keep the LS2 for city use as uptil 100 it just does fine...

budget looking for something around 7-8k or less..

[mulli84]

Absolutely, fit and comfort comes first than looks and name. Also, if you can provide the photos of your your LS2 helmet with model name, so that others can be helped around in their decision to go for a helmet.

Congrats on your buy.

Cheers!
VJ

Its a LS2 FF350 model. I cant take photos because I have to clean the visor. A passenger in a bus spitted while I was driving and the helmet is like stained a lot.