Helmets

[shubhamjain2000]

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For 2.5k there aren't any good helmets as such, but you can get decent ones in the form Studds RHYNO and Scopion Cross and LS2 and Vega. But I'd suggest you to look at the Scorpion from Studds and then the LS2.

Thanks VJ,

Got LS2 Phobia Now.

[B7ACKTHORN]

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Guys, what is your opinion about thh/tih helmets.its made in India but seems Taiwanese in origin? Or is it also like cross helmets?their site has no info for indiviual helmets specs/ratings.also multiple homesites.one says its manufactured in thane.

THH is a Taiwanese company and TIH is the Indian name for the same brand where they are manufactured in India (Maharashtra). But their low end stuffs more or less are close to Cross helmets.

Guys I bought a vega off-road helmet and fixed a aftermarket fully covering visor...now the problem is I am getting glares ( single headlamp is seen as double irritating )of opposite vehicle lights during night ride ...is there any solution to this problem....I know I bought a wrong helmet but cant change it after spending 2000 bucks:banghead:

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First off, I'd like to kick your arse for going for a bucket as opposed to a rather proper full face helmet. There is only one solution, and that is to throw that helmet away and get yourself a proper full face helmet.

Now to the real problem, this is where most of us become DEXTER so to speak, they just go to a shop, get something called a visor, and then use it and voila you're set. But a helmet visor is a technology in and of itself as the very shell itself. Cheap, replaceable plastic serve no real purpose as such, worse, they can even hamper your vision. My advice would be, if you face glaring issues, best idea would be go chuck that visor away and get yourself a good goggle, at least it looks good and protects your eyes for the time being.

And there are MX goggles available in PlanetDSG.com and are start at 500-600 rupees .

Thanks VJ,

Got LS2 Phobia Now.

Kudos. Keep us posted.

Cheers!
VJ

[Joel.r]

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First off, I'd like to kick your arse for going for a bucket as opposed to a rather proper full face helmet. There is only one solution, and that is to throw that helmet away and get yourself a proper full face helmet.

Now to the real problem, this is where most of us become DEXTER so to speak, they just go to a shop, get something called a visor, and then use it and voila you're set. But a helmet visor is a technology in and of itself as the very shell itself. Cheap, replaceable plastic serve no real purpose as such, worse, they can even hamper your vision. My advice would be, if you face glaring issues, best idea would be go chuck that visor away and get yourself a good goggle, at least it looks good and protects your eyes for the time being.

And there are MX goggles available in PlanetDSG.com and are start at 500-600 rupees .

Is there any place where i can sell the helmet??? Got it just before two weeks...I should have read these thread before

[prateek2210]

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Is there any place where i can sell the helmet??? Got it just before two weeks...I should have read these thread before

There are too many "posers" who would buy that plastic bucket
But honestly, why sell it, don't jeopardize the buyer's life. Rather save and get a full face helmet.

P.S : Even googling "helmets xbhp" gives link to this thread

[Joel.r]

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Even googling "helmets xbhp" gives link to this thread

I am already a member of xbhp......i know this thread before but didnt listen to your words before

[B7ACKTHORN]

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Is there any place where i can sell the helmet??? Got it just before two weeks...I should have read these thread before

Relax. You need not sell the helmet, unless one is dumb enough to go for used that too a MX helmet. Perhaps keep it for standby use, just in case if you need it. But I'd suggest you get a good helmet or start saving it for now. In the meanwhile keep using your helmet. It's good to know that you've realized your mistake far too sooner than most. So kudos for that.

My Airoh helmet's visor 'squeaks' while opening/closing. It's not been a month that I have used it. Am I supposed to oil the mechanism after detaching the visor? I haven't detached the visor to check it out yet.

NO! Never ever oil the mechanism as such as excess oil tends to stain or overtime reduce the visor's abilities. The best idea would be use a *VERY LITTLE* vaseline on those rollers at the side of the pinion mechanism and see how it fares. I did the same to my Vega Formula HP too, it made this creaky noise, so used it and it disappeared. But anything liquid is a big NO NO!

Cheers!
VJ

[ankitmahindru]

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How is this German Helmet?

[rkakkar]

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How is this German Helmet?

Absolutely outstanding! I think it surpasses DOT certification. I can also wear it as an accessory for parties on Saturday nights.

[Joel.r]

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Relax. You need not sell the helmet, unless one is dumb enough to go for used that too a MX helmet. Perhaps keep it for standby use, just in case if you need it. But I'd suggest you get a good helmet or start saving it for now. In the meanwhile keep using your helmet. It's good to know that you've realized your mistake far too sooner than most. So kudos for that.

Yeah...im gonna keep it aside and buying a full face helmet..suggest me a good one for around 2k...since you are in ooty do you know any shop in coimbatore????my friend suggested me vega axor...is it good???



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[chaosaddict]

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[MENTION=63559]ankitmahindru[/MENTION] - bro, you're spending too much time in that website. Nothing is worth there accept for Scoyco gloves - get'em, if you want. Rest is mostly waste!!

[Sunnyside_up!]

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Yeah...im gonna keep it aside and buying a full face helmet..suggest me a good one for around 2k...since you are in ooty do you know any shop in coimbatore????my friend suggested me vega axor...is it good???



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Look at it this way - it cant be worse than what you already have! ~ LOL! Just kidding buddy!

I have seen the AXOR and for what you pay, it isnt a bad buy at all. You should have picked this up first and saved some dough.
[MENTION=32037]rkakkar[/MENTION] - I'm still in splits!

[B7ACKTHORN]

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Yeah...im gonna keep it aside and buying a full face helmet..suggest me a good one for around 2k...since you are in ooty do you know any shop in coimbatore????my friend suggested me vega axor...is it good???



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For around 2k you can try TIH Helmets, LS2, Cross and Studds Scorpion, Vemar. All these helmets are affordable and better than most low end helmets out there. In Coimbatore there is Aditya Auto and there is another store right opposite to Aditya and then there is Palaniappa Helmet Shoppe lots of it. But I'd suggest you get helmets from Aditya and they stock Vemar.

You have this helmet called Vemar and it's absolutely a kick-ass helmet. I literally talked to that sales guy for half an hour inquiring about the stuff, wore it, fit feel, finish is just superb. Try Vemar if you happen to come to Coimabatore.

Cheers!
VJ

[emothic]

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Yeah...im gonna keep it aside and buying a full face helmet..suggest me a good one for around 2k...since you are in ooty do you know any shop in coimbatore????my friend suggested me vega axor...is it good???

Try Adventure Shopee at Fun Mall , CBE . You can get SOL helmets there .

[B7ACKTHORN]

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Try Adventure Shopee at Fun Mall , CBE . You can get SOL helmets there .

Thanks for the adding this. And by xBhp the guy gives certain discounts too. You can try Fun Mall or you can try at VKK Menon Road New Siddhapudhur.

Cheers!
VJ

[braveheart.cse]

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Yeah...im gonna keep it aside and buying a full face helmet..suggest me a good one for around 2k...since you are in ooty do you know any shop in coimbatore????my friend suggested me vega axor...is it good???



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Buddy I was in same condition as you once, bought the V**a MX one as my first helemt, at that time I was completely new into the riding scenario.
But later after going through xbhp threads and discussing with some friends I came to my senses. A friend who has been riding for long showed me how on a MX even if the shell doesnt collapse on impact the flimsy sun protector(is it what its called) or visor may break on impact and screw up the face.

I immediately went for proper full face, after going through this thread, decided on LS2 or SOL and got one LS2 FF350 Phobia. I wanted it the first time I put it on.

Recently one of my colleagues has bought a axor for 2k. At that time he tried Ninja, Axor and SOL(4k was costly according to him). But after trying out my LS2 he was really upset he could have got it for 500rs more.

Guys have suggested you some shops. You will know the difference once you try the brands.