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    Hey guys i am from mumbai and i have a LS2 PUMPING MECHANISM lid and i feel that its a great lid as i felt almost nothing when i fell directly on my head during my last accident but after that accident i could see a crack on the side of my lid and as the PUMPING MECHANISM LS2 is not available anymore at least thats what i have heard from the helmet dealers,so now i want a good helmet for myself. My budget is around 8K and around 8k i could only find HJC as both LS2 n SOL dont have size XS or S which is my size in there range,but now i am not even able to source my size in HJC as even performance racing store in mumbai doesnt have my size.So i wanted to know is there any other place in mumbai from where i can source original good quality lid of my size or any genuine site from where i can source it and btw guys i also wanted to know is this a genuine n a good site from where i can buy helmet. http://www.motosport.com/IN/motorcyc...l-face?page=11
    Last edited by sanjana k; 11-30-2013, 01:14 AM.

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    • Re: Helmets

      Hi guys, please suggest me what helmet should i get that would suit my orange duke.and also where i can find original ls2 and others brand helmets in delhi, because i know almost all of the stuff sold in karol bagh is fake and i don't wanna end up buying my first proper helmet that is fake. I know all of this stuff has been discussed previously, but i am noob as far as helmets are concerned and i would really appreciate the help. Thanks
      My budget is 3.5k max


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      • Re: Helmets

        Originally posted by snehithpereira View Post
        Yes exactly reverse the process and presto! It's done. Start by placing in the circular lock slots first. Let the visor be positioned just over the side locks and push the visor down on both sides at the same time, you need not pull down the locks this time. When you hear a small click on both ends, your visor is fixed

        Will do the video soon
        Managed to get the visor part right... awaiting the video for the liners/paddings. Would also like to see how it goes back into the shell. thanks
        Got a $5 head? Get a $5 helmet.

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          Originally posted by Nithesh View Post
          Managed to get the visor part right... awaiting the video for the liners/paddings. Would also like to see how it goes back into the shell. thanks
          Nithesh, here is a crude attempt at the video. it's just for one side though and to put it back again reverse the steps. Camera in one hand and doing this in the other, this is the best i could do

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          • Re: Helmets

            Originally posted by snehithpereira View Post
            Nithesh, here is a crude attempt at the video. it's just for one side though and to put it back again reverse the steps. Camera in one hand and doing this in the other, this is the best i could do
            Now i feel like a complete idiot lol. Thanks man. I only had to slide it out and i thought the rear part was attached into the shell or something :P
            Btw how do you guys wash them? Soap/Detergent? Just soak and rinse them in a soapy/detergent solution? Avoid drying in the sunlight yes? Pardon the many questions.. just getting the hang of it now

            EDIT: Found Sunny's suggestion for washing so you can disregard the last request. Thanks for the video and all the help
            Last edited by Nithesh; 11-22-2013, 06:00 PM.
            Got a $5 head? Get a $5 helmet.

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            • Re: Helmets

              Guys,
              Does anyone possess a THH helmet here? I own one myself. I would like to learn how to remove the visor and inner pads. Can some one help me on this?


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              • Re: Helmets

                A noob question
                Without any accident or any type of impact, how long would the helmet be able to provide the required protection ?
                As the helmet is exposed to heat, rains and other environmental factors, how long would the helmet stay good for use ?
                Its a plastic mould at the root and with time, materials tend to loose their strength.
                Mine has completed 2 years.

                Ride safe and have fun.
                Regards
                Nadeem

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                • Re: Helmets

                  Originally posted by Srikanth angara View Post
                  Guys,
                  Does anyone possess a THH helmet here? I own one myself. I would like to learn how to remove the visor and inner pads. Can some one help me on this?


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                  Cheekpad removal is very simple, it's as simple as picking your tooth for that stuck chicken part. It needs car to pick it out, but you know it's gonna come out, I can't find a better way to explain this. Just see in YouTube or the video above how to do it yourself. You start by pulling the cheekpads laterally from the inside, where you might hear "click" "click" sounds which is a clear indication the cheekpads are coming out. The same goes for the reversal, you must hear a "click" sound so that it lets you know the cheek pads have slotted in.

                  Cheers!
                  VJ
                  Once upon a time, a guy asked a girl 'Will you marry me?'
                  The girl said, 'NO!'


                  And the guy lived happily ever after and rode motorcycles and watched sport on a big screen TV, went fishing and surfing, and played golf a lot, and drank beer and scotch and had tons of money in the bank and left the toilet seat up and farted whenever he wanted.


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                  • Re: Helmets

                    Originally posted by nadz11.ns View Post
                    A noob question
                    Without any accident or any type of impact, how long would the helmet be able to provide the required protection ?
                    As the helmet is exposed to heat, rains and other environmental factors, how long would the helmet stay good for use ?
                    Its a plastic mould at the root and with time, materials tend to loose their strength.
                    Mine has completed 2 years.
                    Here is an excerpt from the snell websites FAQ

                    The five-year replacement recommendation is based on a consensus by both helmet manufacturers and the Snell Foundation. Glues, resins and other materials used in helmet production can affect liner materials. Hair oils, body fluids and cosmetics, as well as normal "wear and tear" all contribute to helmet degradation. Petroleum based products present in cleaners, paints, fuels and other commonly encountered materials may also degrade materials used in many helmets possibly degrading performance.

                    Additionally, experience indicates there will be a noticeable improvement in the protective characteristic of helmets over a five-year period due to advances in materials, designs, production methods and the standards. Thus, the recommendation for five-year helmet replacement is a judgment call stemming from a prudent safety philosophy.
                    I guess we can follow the same basis for helmet replacement keeping in mind the quality maintained by our helmet manufacturers

                    You can also read up further here:
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                    • Re: Helmets

                      Originally posted by snehithpereira View Post
                      Here is an excerpt from the snell websites FAQ
                      I guess we can follow the same basis for helmet replacement keeping in mind the quality maintained by our helmet manufacturers
                      You can also read up further here:
                      http://www.helmets.org/replace.htm
                      Thanks a lott for the info
                      Looks like i can use mine for more years (hopefully with God's grace, no accident happens)

                      Ride safe and have fun.
                      Regards
                      Nadeem

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                      • Re: Helmets

                        Originally posted by vikundefined View Post
                        Hi guys, please suggest me what helmet should i get that would suit my orange duke.and also where i can find original ls2 and others brand helmets in delhi, because i know almost all of the stuff sold in karol bagh is fake and i don't wanna end up buying my first proper helmet that is fake. I know all of this stuff has been discussed previously, but i am noob as far as helmets are concerned and i would really appreciate the help. Thanks
                        My budget is 3.5k max


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                        Guys i would really aprreciate if anybody could help..?


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                        • Re: Helmets

                          Originally posted by vikundefined View Post
                          Guys i would really aprreciate if anybody could help..?


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                          Please have a look at this post for recommended stores in delhi:


                          If you are interested in LS2 have a look at the FF350 series. I am sure it shall come within the price bracket, mentioned by you
                          Last edited by snehithpereira; 11-25-2013, 01:13 AM.
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                          • Re: Helmets

                            Originally posted by vikundefined View Post
                            Guys i would really aprreciate if anybody could help..?


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                            SOL is the helmet that's almost ubiquitously loved by many for it's funky colors and graphics. Check SOL's website, you might get quite some ideas. Apart from that you have many helmets, but the reason SOL is so successful is it's flashy, it turns eyes almost immediately.

                            Cheers!
                            VJ
                            Once upon a time, a guy asked a girl 'Will you marry me?'
                            The girl said, 'NO!'


                            And the guy lived happily ever after and rode motorcycles and watched sport on a big screen TV, went fishing and surfing, and played golf a lot, and drank beer and scotch and had tons of money in the bank and left the toilet seat up and farted whenever he wanted.


                            THE END

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                            • Re: Helmets

                              Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post
                              SOL is the helmet that's almost ubiquitously loved by many for it's funky colors and graphics. Check SOL's website, you might get quite some ideas. Apart from that you have many helmets, but the reason SOL is so successful is it's flashy, it turns eyes almost immediately.

                              Cheers!
                              VJ
                              Yes i had a look at sol metal man orange and i really like it but its around 6k.


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                              • Re: Helmets

                                Originally posted by snehithpereira View Post
                                Please have a look at this post for recommended stores in delhi:


                                If you are interested in LS2 have a look at the FF350 series. I am sure it shall come within the price bracket, mentioned by you
                                Thanks for replying.


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