Helmets

[chaosaddict]

Re: My Helmets Fly !!!

Seems like [MENTION=64645]ayu135[/MENTION] is on a shopping spree, both helmet & riding gear thread seems to be flooded with his queries.
Ride safe, mate!! Hope you've decided on a full-face helmet here on this thread




PS - As mentioned by Prateek, spending a few minutes before posting a query would have answered most of your doubts, if not all; which is why these threads exist.

[ayu135]

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hehe ......... I guess the Orange fever is now cured a lil bit

Haha wish i could say it was, SL68s II Metalman comes in orange and the SL68S Dragon is kinda orange and white in the white version

Jokes apart, yeah i think i am in a position to make a much more informed purchase and buy something that will save my head if the time comes. Thanks once again for all the replies, i know i have pestered you guys a lot with my queries, thanks for putting up with me.

Seems like @ayu135 is on a shopping spree, both helmet & riding gear thread seems to be flooded with his queries.
Ride safe, mate!! Hope you've decided on a full-face helmet here on this thread

Haha, yeah i am kind of on a spree here, Just received an excellent score on the GRE exam so all my requests are being assented to, so i am cashing in while the lords are generous

Yeah i think i have narrowed it down to the two mentioned above, just need to narrow it down to one now.

[Cleaner]

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I too looking for helmets under 4k, orange colored. Would look good when I buy a Duke. So please let me know what helmet you decided to buy. Congrats on your success, I have scored excellent marks too but parents just asked if I got first class and nothing else. Hope to cash in like you in future

[AmitRavi07]

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Checked out some helmets at the SPG website. I am confused between the SOL SL68s Dragon and the SL68s II Metal Man. Which of the two is better? Also how do i check the which size of the helmet is for me (What do i make of the measurements given the size chart there)? http://spartanprogear.com/App_Thems/...LSIZETABLE.PDF


I am unaware about the differences between the dual sport and full face except for the obvious difference being looks, The SOL SS1 Ultimate seems decent and it also comes in orange

I would suggest that you try the helmets first. If the one you want is not with the dealer, then try another model of the same shell (68 or 68II) and then order the model of your choice with the same size. There are no issues in ordering online and checking with the chart, but, sometimes the calculations don't match.

[sunilyo]

Re: My Helmets Fly !!!

I would suggest that you try the helmets first. If the one you want is not with the dealer, then try another model of the same shell (68 or 68II) and then order the model of your choice with the same size. There are no issues in ordering online and checking with the chart, but, sometimes the calculations don't match.

I agree. I calculated the size according to SPG table given. According to the chart it was 'S' but when i went to the shop the only size that fit me perfectly was 'L'.

So be careful while ordering online with regard to size coz size matters

[B7ACKTHORN]

Re: My Helmets Fly !!!

Checked out some helmets at the SPG website. I am confused between the SOL SL68s Dragon and the SL68s II Metal Man. Which of the two is better? Also how do i check the which size of the helmet is for me (What do i make of the measurements given the size chart there)?

I am unaware about the differences between the dual sport and full face except for the obvious difference being looks, The SOL SS1 Ultimate seems decent and it also comes in orange

68S has the LEDs the SII doesn't have the LED but practically both are the same helmets, from my observation. See, just as a case in point, a dual sport helmet made by ARAI has been tested to the same standard as a street spec helmet, if not 95 percent. But where a dual sport and off road differs is the visor, sun shade etc. For example, an off-road helmet works on low speed basically in dusty conditions to *ALLOW* for more air and breathability. Whereas a DUAL SPORT is different, it offers the comfort of a motox helmet, with comparable protection of a full face. Just for example, a high speed collision in a DUAL SPORT would cause serious injuries than a full face helmet, but the different between the both is really a fine line. Cheap DS helmets are sluggish in performance and create wind lifts, but expensive ones are engineered for the maximum juice.

I agree. I calculated the size according to SPG table given. According to the chart it was 'S' but when i went to the shop the only size that fit me perfectly was 'L'.

So be careful while ordering online with regard to size coz size matters

Absolutely true. Sizing in chart may not be true to real world situations, and I've been through this and seen this issue in most of people I know. The best idea would be to get an approximate size by sizing ones crown and then if possible try the helmet in person and see how it fits. But for online buyers, this can be tricky, but do we have any choice! But it's always nice to get a sizing approximation before one zeroes in on the helmet.

Cheers!
VJ

[dkaile]

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The Desmo

[jethmalani25]

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Even I have my eye on either metal man, unicorn, dragon or simple metallic...does DOT ratings are ok with our indian RTO? I also wanna know if LS2/Cross is better than SOL. I am confused.

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[snehithpereira]

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Even I have my eye on either metal man, unicorn, dragon or simple metallic...does DOT ratings are ok with our indian RTO? I also wanna know if LS2/Cross is better than SOL. I am confused.

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Just picked up my sol dragon and I am simply in love with it. The padding is super comfy and its excellent at reducing the outside sound.

About DOT ratings, don't really worry about it. It's very rarely cops stop you exclusively to check the ISI mark , maybe sometime when they stop you for something else they might check (happened to me twice so far) but on talking to a senior cop, I always got it sorted. What's really important is your safety and DOT ratings guarantee just that.

Having used both ls2 and cross previously I can vouch for the fact that SOL is way better.



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[jethmalani25]

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Just picked up my sol dragon and I am simply in love with it. The padding is super comfy and its excellent at reducing the outside sound.

About DOT ratings, don't really worry about it. It's very rarely cops stop you exclusively to check the ISI mark , maybe sometime when they stop you for something else they might check (happened to me twice so far) but on talking to a senior cop, I always got it sorted. What's really important is you safety and DOT ratings guarantee just that.

Having used bot ls2 and cross previously I can vouch for the fact that SOL is way better.



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Trust it..even I am up for dragon black/red but I got to know of low or no stock....however I am trying my level best to get one..

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[snehithpereira]

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Trust it..even I am up for dragon black/red but I got to know of low or no stock....however I am trying my level best to get one..

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Well I actually wanted the SF1 but again stock was a problem here(BLR) too

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[jethmalani25]

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Does SOL have required ventilation for FOG and or rain. ..is it all season?

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[lasky]

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i just saw a vega helmet with dot certification for just rs 1970,is it really Dot certified?
here is the description on the company`s website

FULL FACE
AXOR is the perfect blend between technology and style. After creating a worldwide frenzy these helmets are finally available in India. They have a never before seen design and a never before felt comfort.

This Helmet is designed in the USA by Daytona Helmets And developed in Italy in Technical Collaboration with Compact Compositi. After creating a worldwide frenzy these Helmets are finally here in India.
Such Genius is now made available, exclusively by Vega.
This Helmet exceed international standards including DOT and ISI.

[snehithpereira]

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Does SOL have required ventilation for FOG and or rain. ..is it all season?

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The SOL hemet comes with about eight vents if not more, AFAIK they are meant for air circulation for cooling, about fogging well thats a problem a lot of us face, no matter the brand. There is a separate thread with discussions on the matter.

http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/showthread.php?t=27228

I didn't quite get what you meant by ventilation for rain, well if ur concern is as to rainwater seeping in, then I got an answer. Just rode in heavy rain yesterday and had no seeping issues at all, all vents were closed at tht time and visor was up by a notch. And yeah the LEDs were on and seems like they are water resistant too

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[jethmalani25]

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Yeah I just meant moisture accumulation during rains..its worst!

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