Helmets

[B7ACKTHORN]

guys pl suggest me a kick ass helmet brand and the type which has stylish graphics,

ride>> fz16 (black)
budget>> around 3k
main use>> long rides

thanks!

Go for STUDDS, or LS2 both are "kick-ass" helmets.

Cheers!
VJ

[Sunnyside_up!]

guys pl suggest me a kick ass helmet brand and the type which has stylish graphics,

ride>> fz16 (black)
budget>> around 3k
main use>> long rides

thanks!

Back in the day when a noob asked his seniors an irreverent question , he'd normally be told to RTFM .

- I'd say that times are not that long gone and you spend some time going through this thread - it has all the information that you will need to make an informed purchase.

Cheers!

[gprad]

Hey,
I am looking for a helmet for my Classic 350 (Black)
I need a Full Face Helmet.I would like to customize a helmet(like just some plain twin stripes on a matt black or a black colored helmet.And also a royal enfield symbol on the back of the helmet.And Indian flags on the sides of the helmet,and finally reflective stickers on the edges)
Can anyone tell me who does this kind of job in Chennai??!!
And any cost estimation??

[B7ACKTHORN]

Hey,
I am looking for a helmet for my Classic 350 (Black)
I need a Full Face Helmet.I would like to customize a helmet(like just some plain twin stripes on a matt black or a black colored helmet.And also a royal enfield symbol on the back of the helmet.And Indian flags on the sides of the helmet,and finally reflective stickers on the edges)
Can anyone tell me who does this kind of job in Chennai??!!
And any cost estimation??

Why don't you go to your RE dealer and ask for RE merchandise. I'v seen some guys wearing RE merchandise, helmet, jackets etc. Try hunting with RE dealerships in Chennai, you might have some luck.

Cheers!
VJ

[krish2778]

Hey,
I am looking for a helmet for my Classic 350 (Black)
I need a Full Face Helmet.I would like to customize a helmet(like just some plain twin stripes on a matt black or a black colored helmet.And also a royal enfield symbol on the back of the helmet.And Indian flags on the sides of the helmet,and finally reflective stickers on the edges)
Can anyone tell me who does this kind of job in Chennai??!!
And any cost estimation??

Don't know of other models , but LS2 has a carbon black model..plain black color. You can do all the works you need on it. Its a solid plain color. And also the works you mention can be done at any stickering/vinyl shop.

Cheers Mate
Ride Safe
Krishna

[gprad]

Don't know of other models , but LS2 has a carbon black model..plain black color. You can do all the works you need on it. Its a solid plain color. And also the works you mention can be done at any stickering/vinyl shop.

Cheers Mate
Ride Safe
Krishna

Thanks buddy,
Any cost estimation cause I feel LS2 are very costly!!!Any Ideas about it

[sai.k]

Need Help

Friends,

I am based in Hyderabad, can you suggest me where can i get a good helmet in Hyderabad? I am looking out for an LS2 or Cross, and also how much do they cost here in Hyd.

Thanks a lot

Happy Independence day.

happy mile munching.

[krish2778]

Thanks buddy,
Any cost estimation cause I feel LS2 are very costly!!!Any Ideas about it

LS2 starts from 2500/- to 4000/-
Some might quote from 2800 and all, bargain hard and you might reduce it even from 2500.

Cheers Mate
Ride Safe
Krishna

[gprad]

@krish2778:Okay Will try some bargaining !!!
Thank ya

[thunderbird_m6]

LS2 / Cross = INR 4200 @ HYD

LS2 stock arrived @ ON THE ROCKS, quoting 4200 for LS2/Cross helmets.

I thought it will cost starting 2800, advice guys !

Cross : it a plain black
LS2 : Evil twin/phobia etc etc...

[aargee]

advice guys !

Why not one from solhelmetindia.com, that comes with GENUINE DOT approved & 1 year WARRANTY? Right, it ain't cheap either, but Genuineness & VFM are free

[krish2778]

LS2 stock arrived @ ON THE ROCKS, quoting 4200 for LS2/Cross helmets.

I thought it will cost starting 2800, advice guys !

Cross : it a plain black
LS2 : Evil twin/phobia etc etc...

Thats a little steep, but in all probability it could be the air pump models, it does cost more than the conventional model, but have heard that the airpumps are that nice and don't last long.

Why not one from solhelmetindia.com, that comes with GENUINE DOT approved & 1 year WARRANTY? Right, it ain't cheap either, but Genuineness & VFM are free

Read a few negative reviews about SOL , specifically saying about wind noise being too much. How much far is it true ? Is it the case in all models or just in some. ?

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

[B7ACKTHORN]

Thats a little steep, but in all probability it could be the air pump models, it does cost more than the conventional model, but have heard that the airpumps are that nice and don't last long.



Read a few negative reviews about SOL , specifically saying about wind noise being too much. How much far is it true ? Is it the case in all models or just in some. ?

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

Exactly, even I've come across a few negative reviews. Basically it's a VFM and I stress that, VFM money helmet, in that being out with sick graphics is a major attention grabber for youths (of course I am a youth ) and that's where SOL's sweet spot lies. Wind noise and headache after wearing the helmet is a complaint I hear from SOL helmets. But wind noise it may be due to the vents working overtime I guess

That being said, for a DOT certified, cool graphic, with oodles of vents and flashy LEDs and priced at 4.5 to 5k I'd say one of the VFM money helmets out there.

Cheers!
VJ

[Doga]

Thats a little steep, but in all probability it could be the air pump models, it does cost more than the conventional model, but have heard that the airpumps are that nice and don't last long.



Read a few negative reviews about SOL , specifically saying about wind noise being too much. How much far is it true ? Is it the case in all models or just in some. ?

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

Life is about trade offs man!! The slightly increased wind nows is a trade off for the much increased ventilation.Atleast in the Metalman series. Can't comment on other SOL helmets as I have not tried them.
regarding wind noise. It does not reach bothering levels at all. only that you start noticing it at around 80-100 band. Not much. After that, yes, but never does it reach annoying levels enough to slow down or feel uncomfortable.
I have tried @Calvin's sparx lid and yes it was better in the noise performance department but not by a huge factor.
The lid fits snugly, is stable at speeds ,has killer graphics and comes with DOT certification at around 5000. It's good Is say.
If you end up buying the metalman, be careful with the overhead plastic structure which holds the ventilation ducts. It's a bit flimsy and can crack if you happen to drop the helmet from considerable height.
Mine has not cracked, but has become a little less secure after I dropped it.But this too, as pointed out by sunnyside_up, probably a design feature

[kantu]

Life is about trade offs man!! The slightly increased wind nows is a trade off for the much increased ventilation.Atleast in the Metalman series. Can't comment on other SOL helmets as I have not tried them.

In SOL Acme series you can open/close air vents, if its an option in Metal man then close all and open only needed ones if wind noise is unbearable.