Helmets

[petrolhead_chn]

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A controversial question this is!
The discussion is not related to the price, but the make and safety standards these helmets follow. To give you an example, till a year back I'd a Steelbird SB29 helmet. Cost me 1900 rupees in Chennai.

It's lying unused because they stopped the model and I'm unable to source a visor for it. Its L sized.

It is heavier than my LS2 and offers good wind protection as well. Does it look cheap or bad to anyone out here? But, in general other "phoren" made helmets undergo more stringent certifications and hence better protection offered, at least; for peace of mind. I find this helmet equivalent in protection to my LS2 at least.

Thank you Sharan. I was curious about the quality of helmet I use. I was under the pretext that expensive helmets were more qualitative and reliable than the less expensive ones.
The best brand I ever knew was "Stud" and owned one and now "Steelbird".
BTW, there is a shop here in Chennai (Mount road) that sells visors for most renowned brands.

O.T - I was surprised to know the pricing of a helmet which was 37 grands in one of the portal . Whoa...

[Divya Sharan]

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Thank you Sharan. I was curious about the quality of helmet I use. I was under the pretext that expensive helmets were more qualitative and reliable than the less expensive ones.
The best brand I ever knew was "Stud" and owned one and now "Steelbird".
BTW, there is a shop here in Chennai (Mount road) that sells visors for most renowned brands.

O.T - I was surprised to know the pricing of a helmet which was 37 grands in one of the portal . Whoa...

Depends. You get ISI certified (stickered) ones for 200 rupees as well. That's the concern! BTW, SB has CF helmets in the performance segment staring from 10 grand.
Source - http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/news/193...e-helmets.html

[petrolhead_chn]

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ones for 200 rupees

It is still being sold on the road by local fellas here in Chennai. As you mentioned said it has ISI mark on it.
Here is the helmet for 34grands I was talking about. Still wondering what is so special about it and if any xBHPian has owned it?

[ithebiker]

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Hello everyone,

I want to give my helmet a new customized look by some sticker job. Can anyone please tell me where in delhi can i get this done. Please let me know about the same.

[Divya Sharan]

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It is still being sold on the road by local fellas here in Chennai. As you mentioned said it has ISI mark on it.
Here is the helmet for 34grands I was talking about. Still wondering what is so special about it and if any xBHPian has owned it?

Its a high end helmet made of Carbon Fiber shell wrapped in high quality leather. Add to that the safety certifications it holds. But frankly, 34k is a lot! I doubt if SBK riders would use it. For 34k, one can get a good helmet worth 8-10k + nice gear upto 25k.

[ithebiker]

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No one for my query ???

[petrolhead_chn]

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Hello everyone,

I want to give my helmet a new customized look by some sticker job. Can anyone please tell me where in delhi can i get this done. Please let me know about the same.

You have already decided to get it done from a vendor. You only need to get a hold of a good sticker shop which can be got from just dial or on the internet. The shop will take care of the detailing process.

But if you want any ideas on designs, post a picture of your helmet and suggestions would start pouring in mate .

[Divya Sharan]

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No one for my query ???

Here you have a contact from RE forum - Rishi (9810014718)

Source - Custom Paint Jobs in Delhi/NCR Region - Royal Enfield Forum

Else, try here - Custom painted helmets by Bad Ass Paint

[Sunnyside_up!]

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It is still being sold on the road by local fellas here in Chennai. As you mentioned said it has ISI mark on it.
Here is the helmet for 34grands I was talking about. Still wondering what is so special about it and if any xBHPian has owned it?

I own this helmet amongst others and have been using it extensively for more than a year.

The NEXX XR1R Carbon is the lightest certified full face helmet in the world, and this one, the Diablo, is based on the same shell. The additional feature is that it is covered by an insulating layer sandwiched between the shell and the outer leatherette material. That means when its really hot, the inside is cooler and vice versa. It also is VERY quiet and has a very large eye port that allows maximum vision. I own and have used several top end brands, like Arai and SHOEI and while these too were superlative products, this one is by far my favourite. The extreme light-weight and beautiful balance is a winner in my book.

Now to answer your question regarding the value of products like this. Perception of value is an individual assessment based on factors that are relevant to the individual. So you may perceive value in something that the person next to you may not. That said, I do feel that many of these products are expensive and priced beyond what would seem reasonable. However, these are not things within our control since we do not manufacture the product and it is made in Portugal. At most, I could ensure that the company charges the least for this product in India. So this USD$700/- helmet retails in India for USD$560/-. Most international brands sold in India in this segment on the other hand retail at prices higher than abroad.

[ithebiker]

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Attaching the Images. Want to chane the overall look of the helmet. Help me if the changing the visor too helps..



These are the pics now please suggest me some designs...

[petrolhead_chn]

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I own this helmet amongst others and have been using it extensively for more than a year.

The NEXX XR1R Carbon is the lightest certified full face helmet in the world, and this one, the Diablo, is based on the same shell. The additional feature is that it is covered by an insulating layer sandwiched between the shell and the outer leatherette material. That means when its really hot, the inside is cooler and vice versa. It also is VERY quiet and has a very large eye port that allows maximum vision. I own and have used several top end brands, like Arai and SHOEI and while these too were superlative products, this one is by far my favourite. The extreme light-weight and beautiful balance is a winner in my book.

Now to answer your question regarding the value of products like this. Perception of value is an individual assessment based on factors that are relevant to the individual. So you may perceive value in something that the person next to you may not. That said, I do feel that many of these products are expensive and priced beyond what would seem reasonable. However, these are not things within our control since we do not manufacture the product and it is made in Portugal. At most, I could ensure that the company charges the least for this product in India. So this USD$700/- helmet retails in India for USD$560/-. Most international brands sold in India in this segment on the other hand retail at prices higher than abroad.

That is very detailed @sunnyside_up. It is very technical and quite convincing for anybody who has a huge pocket.
BTW, looks like you were too much into helmets to gather such information. Thank you.
I wish there were options to mod a helmet with the features you mentioned above (sounds a little cunning, eh?).

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These are the pics now please suggest me some designs...

Looks like you are wanting to do it today itself... .
Okay, a very simple change that I can think of immediately would be as follows-

1. Remove the plastics/vents from helmet (if possible)
2. A complete makeover of the helmet with black stickering matt finish
3. A partial mirror finish sticker on the visor
4. Plastics/vents can be stuck with silver finish or just leave the way it is
5. If you could find a good "eagle with wings flapping" at the sticker shop, you could plonk it right in the front of the helmet
6. Lettering "ithebiker" at the back of helmet with your attitude towards bike like Endurance, Tourer, Solo rider or something of that sort might explain more about you.
7. Change the inner lining if that is possible.

To me, too much lettering like magneto marelli, brembo, ferrari, horses and all that @#$@ spoils the appearance and looks too much fake.
Let me know what you think while others pour in their suggestions.

[ithebiker]

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I have a week time for it [MENTION=62914]petrolhead_chn[/MENTION] i too don't like those eagle and ferrari logos. Just a new look. It should look newer than before. Thanks a lot

[Sunnyside_up!]

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Its a high end helmet made of Carbon Fiber shell wrapped in high quality leather. Add to that the safety certifications it holds. But frankly, 34k is a lot! I doubt if SBK riders would use it. For 34k, one can get a good helmet worth 8-10k + nice gear upto 25k.

I would say that you need to broaden your horizons. PRS in Mumbai has been selling Arai's for upwards of 40k for many years, while others have been successfully retailing other brands like Suomy, Nolan, and Xlite - all in the same price category and above, for years. SPG itself has sold a couple of hundred NEXX carbons in the last 18 months. Look amongst the Ninja 650, Harley Davidson and other superbike groups to find them.

That is very detailed @sunnyside_up. It is very technical and quite convincing for anybody who has a huge pocket.
BTW, looks like you were too much into helmets to gather such information. Thank you.
I wish there were options to mod a helmet with the features you mentioned above (sounds a little cunning, eh?).

I work part-time with SPG and part of my everyday routine is to study helmets and safety gear. So I have technical inanities coming out of my ears!

[Divya Sharan]

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I would say that you need to broaden your horizons. PRS in Mumbai has been selling Arai's for upwards of 40k for many years, while others have been successfully retailing other brands like Suomy, Nolan, and Xlite - all in the same price category and above, for years. SPG itself has sold a couple of hundred NEXX carbons in the last 18 months. Look amongst the Ninja 650, Harley Davidson and other superbike groups to find them.

Hmm, guess my perception of people not using this helmet was absolutely wrong! Also goes to show that many SBKers in BLR are ill equipped with Helmets. Most SBKers I met during last year's Milestone 67 ride had LS2s () and KBC helmets. A particular Busa rider was very proud in saying that he had the best gear money could buy.
He had some 8k wala helmet (forgot the name) + leather riding gear. Hence I quoted the same above.

Guess what, I need some more time to get mature before I lay hands on a more powerful mill!

[Rony]

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Please suggest a good quality light weight (preferably carbon fiber made) Motocross style Helmet with visor which can be delivered to Mumbai. I already have a Cross helmet but its too heavy causing neck pain.