Helmets

[vikrant_]

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[MENTION=59231]dannyR15[/MENTION] : Source?

[dannyR15]

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Track experience buddy, went with my LS2 once, wasn't allowed in coz of the ratchet thing, but borrowed uncles HJC and was allowed, and I think its in the FMSCI regulations check the site .

Mean I can't use my Isle on Mann Helmet Either, only the AXXIS :/

@dannyR15 : Source?

[vikrant_]

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Track experience buddy, went with my LS2 once, wasn't allowed in coz of the ratchet thing, but borrowed uncles HJC and was allowed, and I think its in the FMSCI regulations check the site .

Mean I can't use my Isle on Mann Helmet Either, only the AXXIS :/

Thanks for the clarification
Tho I was searching for something realted to this but couldn't find anything on BIC website/FBpage.

[dannyR15]

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Thanks for the clarification
Tho I was searching for something realted to this but couldn't find anything on BIC website/FBpage.

Yeah, I was none the wiser a few months ago a helmet fastener was just that :P, but the D-ring is supposed to never come off, yet the ratchet allows for it to come of and over time as many users have said they get loose.

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[Conquistador]

Guys what's the scene in Australia to buy a helmet?
My friend is in Sydney. He will be returning to India soon.
Is it economical and safer to buy there?
If possible can anyone recommend me a place or a website so that I can ship it there and tell him to bring it here for me. My budget is 10k INR.
It'd be great if he can visit a store there.
Please suggest.

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[Sunnyside_up!]

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Track experience buddy, went with my LS2 once, wasn't allowed in coz of the ratchet thing, but borrowed uncles HJC and was allowed, and I think its in the FMSCI regulations check the site .

Mean I can't use my Isle on Mann Helmet Either, only the AXXIS :/

Only D-rings are allowed on track. At least in Chennai. Recently we have also seen stewards allow only ECE/Snell, and not DOT, though that has not been consistent.

[Conquistador]

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Guys what's the scene in Australia to buy a helmet?
My friend is in Sydney. He will be returning to India soon.
Is it economical and safer to buy there?
If possible can anyone recommend me a place or a website so that I can ship it there and tell him to bring it here for me. My budget is 10k INR.
It'd be great if he can visit a store there.
Please suggest.

Tapatalked from my phone

Bump!!! Anybody?
My friend is returning on 21st. Please let me know the practicality and the paisa vasool factor here.
He isn't carrying much luggage either. I think we can sneak in a good helmet. I just need to know if its cheaper and relaible sources which can ship in a day or two.
Even better if we have trusted retailer in/around Sydney.
Please help ASAP.

[Pizzaboi]

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So I need some help in buying a helmet budget 7-10k

I have already owned and used Daijya, which fits my head perfectly but after almost 4 years is beginning to fall apart.

The Sparx S-07 that I have is light and brilliant for the track but the wind noise can get pretty bad at highway speeds even if you're using ear plugs.

The AGV got stolen at Kari and I cannot afford the budget or to go through the pain of buying a high end helmet and losing it.

I am a tourer primarily, a daily commuter and occasionally dabble in a trackday so I will need a helmet which is full face(not modular) and allows for decent ventilation but isn't too noisy. I have looked at the SOL helmets but I have got mixed reviews about them, I wasn't too happy about the thickness of the padding in them, I will need a little more feedback from those who have used and abused the SOL helmets.

The Airoh though nice doesn't seem to fit my head right, there is not sideways movement but it does tend to slide down, I tried the L since the M didn't get past my brow. Also has anyone used the MT or KYT helmets, how is the padding and build quality??

Looking forward to hear about your experience with these brands and also your advice.

[B7ACKTHORN]

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So I need some help in buying a helmet budget 7-10k

I have already owned and used Daijya, which fits my head perfectly but after almost 4 years is beginning to fall apart.

The Sparx S-07 that I have is light and brilliant for the track but the wind noise can get pretty bad at highway speeds even if you're using ear plugs.

The AGV got stolen at Kari and I cannot afford the budget or to go through the pain of buying a high end helmet and losing it.

I am a tourer primarily, a daily commuter and occasionally dabble in a trackday so I will need a helmet which is full face(not modular) and allows for decent ventilation but isn't too noisy. I have looked at the SOL helmets but I have got mixed reviews about them, I wasn't too happy about the thickness of the padding in them, I will need a little more feedback from those who have used and abused the SOL helmets.

The Airoh though nice doesn't seem to fit my head right, there is not sideways movement but it does tend to slide down, I tried the L since the M didn't get past my brow. Also has anyone used the MT or KYT helmets, how is the padding and build quality??

Looking forward to hear about your experience with these brands and also your advice.

MT helmets are a good choice, and provided excellent bang for the buck. KYT helmets perhaps people can chime in with their thoughts. I'd suggest you look for AGV from Performance Racing, not too much a pinch on the pocket. Secondly SOL is a good helmet, but the fit is basically a narrow sort of fit, and SOL wasn't hasn't been in my cards. MT helmets have good padding, the fit more or less goes ditto to SOL but once inside the helmet, the cheekpads offer good comfort and nice snug fit as opposed to SOL where I always felt my upper head was struggling with my lower head, fit wise.

Being owning the MT helmet, I can vouch for the fit, and quality is good for the price paid, especially the vent mechanisms, really good stuff.

I'd suggest you look for HJC/KBC at Performance Racing Store. Also do have a look at PlanetDSG where they have NOLAN and SUOMY helmets, KYT and sister brand Suomy,(stated by DSG in their website) so you can rest be assured these are mushroom companies into the business.

Cheers!
VJ

[Pizzaboi]

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MT helmets are a good choice, and provided excellent bang for the buck. KYT helmets perhaps people can chime in with their thoughts. I'd suggest you look for AGV from Performance Racing, not too much a pinch on the pocket. Secondly SOL is a good helmet, but the fit is basically a narrow sort of fit, and SOL wasn't hasn't been in my cards. MT helmets have good padding, the fit more or less goes ditto to SOL but once inside the helmet, the cheekpads offer good comfort and nice snug fit as opposed to SOL where I always felt my upper head was struggling with my lower head, fit wise.

Being owning the MT helmet, I can vouch for the fit, and quality is good for the price paid, especially the vent mechanisms, really good stuff.

I'd suggest you look for HJC/KBC at Performance Racing Store. Also do have a look at PlanetDSG where they have NOLAN and SUOMY helmets, KYT and sister brand Suomy,(stated by DSG in their website) so you can rest be assured these are mushroom companies into the business.

Cheers!
VJ

Thank you for the quick reply, I don't think I can stretch my budget to accommodate a Nolan but I think I can dig in a little deeper for a KYT replica.

Could you help me with a little more information on the MT

Model in use, duration of the ownership, and the fit. My main concern is the padding going too flat too soon. how is the wind noise.

[dannyR15]

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THe MT's are stellar selling like hot cakes and not for no reason.
Thie fit the finish, styles, ventilation, visor availability and shell styles are amazing.
I own 2 of them and can vouch for all of the above mentioned aspects.
What specific info would you like about them happy to help

Thank you for the quick reply, I don't think I can stretch my budget to accommodate a Nolan but I think I can dig in a little deeper for a KYT replica.

Could you help me with a little more information on the MT

Model in use, duration of the ownership, and the fit. My main concern is the padding going too flat too soon. how is the wind noise.

[Pizzaboi]

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THe MT's are stellar selling like hot cakes and not for no reason.
Thie fit the finish, styles, ventilation, visor availability and shell styles are amazing.
I own 2 of them and can vouch for all of the above mentioned aspects.
What specific info would you like about them happy to help

How is the wind noise at speeds above 80kmph, would you need to wear ear plugs?
How is the padding, is it moisture wicking?
How is the sizing? Is it like Sparx where the shell sizes are similar but the paddding differs or is it like SOL where the shell sizes differ?
How is the fogging during the rainy/winter season?

Last of all is there any specific model I should be looking for or are all the shells the same?

[Sunnyside_up!]

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How is the wind noise at speeds above 80kmph, would you need to wear ear plugs?
How is the padding, is it moisture wicking?
How is the sizing? Is it like Sparx where the shell sizes are similar but the paddding differs or is it like SOL where the shell sizes differ?
How is the fogging during the rainy/winter season?

Last of all is there any specific model I should be looking for or are all the shells the same?

- Wind noise will will depending on head shape, rider height, type of bike (cruiser/sports/commuter) and speed. That said, the Blade model in my opinion is the quietest of the three models launched. I recommend ear plugs for any and every helmet, especially long rides.
- padding is moisture wicking and very plush
- multiple shell sizes, so you should get your proper fit
- does fog like every other helmet but not unbearably. However Pin-lock anti-fogging visors will be available soon for all models.
- three models are currently available. The AXXIS and Revenge, which are sports helmets, narrow fit and aerodynamically contoured. The Blade is a more general purpose and rounded shape. My personal favourite is the Blade.

[dannyR15]

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How is the wind noise at speeds above 80kmph, would you need to wear ear plugs?
How is the padding, is it moisture wicking?
How is the sizing? Is it like Sparx where the shell sizes are similar but the paddding differs or is it like SOL where the shell sizes differ?
How is the fogging during the rainy/winter season?

Last of all is there any specific model I should be looking for or are all the shells the same?

Got to agree with Sunny uncle on all the points and I used the helmet in the rain as well (both the blade and the axxis) and both kept my head dry as a bone. Blade has almost no wind noise at 80 but does creep in past 100. Visibility is real good in both padding on the blade is a step ahead when compares to the Axxis. And the fogging during rain isn't that bad, but in the rain the Axxis used to leak water through the seems of the visor but this isn't present on the Blade when I say leak I mean on or two drops would roll down the inside of the visor when sitting in traffic and just getting pelted never when moving.

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[Pizzaboi]

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- Wind noise will will depending on head shape, rider height, type of bike (cruiser/sports/commuter) and speed. That said, the Blade model in my opinion is the quietest of the three models launched. I recommend ear plugs for any and every helmet, especially long rides.
- padding is moisture wicking and very plush
- multiple shell sizes, so you should get your proper fit
- does fog like every other helmet but not unbearably. However Pin-lock anti-fogging visors will be available soon for all models.
- three models are currently available. The AXXIS and Revenge, which are sports helmets, narrow fit and aerodynamically contoured. The Blade is a more general purpose and rounded shape. My personal favourite is the Blade.

Silva sir, thank you for taking the time to reply to my post, we met at Kari, I crashed the CBR :/

I was waiting for the MT GP series to come down to Hyderabad, Dynamic riders which stocks the MT helmets here has not received them as yet. Can you let me know if that would be a good investment considering that I head to the track once in awhile?

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Got to agree with Sunny uncle on all the points and I used the helmet in the rain as well (both the blade and the axxis) and both kept my head dry as a bone. Blade has almost no wind noise at 80 but does creep in past 100. Visibility is real good in both padding on the blade is a step ahead when compares to the Axxis. And the fogging during rain isn't that bad, but in the rain the Axxis used to leak water through the seems of the visor but this isn't present on the Blade when I say leak I mean on or two drops would roll down the inside of the visor when sitting in traffic and just getting pelted never when moving.

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Is this because the visor doesn't sit flush with the rubber beading or is it because the rubber beading isn't fixed properly?