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  • Re: Helmets

    Originally posted by kylesforza View Post
    But I won't need to replace the Visor unless I break it right? Its my first helmet purchase for my first bike, hoping to be as safe as possible.
    generally most of the imported reputed brands helmet visors are unbreakable,however its the scratches that one has to take care off.Airoh and other top italian brands have taken a downfall in sales primarily cause of new entrants like SOL / MT /KYT /Genuine LS 2 ,a chart at sharp uk govt safety scheme is enough to see the price difference and safety stars between airoh and other players,Airoh Arai AGV have fared almost the same test result with the brands of helmet which cost as much as Arai/Airoh visors, its just the Italian tag with almost zero wind noise which sets these high end products apart from the cheaper brands(cheap as in when compared to the pricing of Airoh/AGV etc

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    • Re: Helmets

      Originally posted by anarchy911 View Post
      Any tips on cleaning helmets? Mine has removable linings.

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      Usually almost, all removable linings are washable. If you observe, blackening of the outer edges and or the inner side of the the cheek pads it's a good idea to wash them. Considering most helmets these days even have their crown liner inside the helmet, which are removable and washable. Use mild detergent with warm water, and rinse it for 15 to 20 mins and squeeze them (as you'd do with a sponge), do not brush or wring, as the threads which are stitched to the plastic might give away making the liner non usable.

      Originally posted by kylesforza View Post
      Can anyone suggest me a place to buy genuine HJC or Airoh helmets in Delhi?

      Budget is 8-12k.
      Bachoo Motors deal with genuine AIROH and HJC is offered by Performance Racing Store. Bachoo Motors aren't that great when it comes to backup support especially if the buyer is lightyears away. And spares if any for the AIROH are exorbitantly priced. Imagine a visor costing 7500. But being lightweight, good build quality, though I wouldn't say it's a value for money proposition, it could have been a tad lesser for the quality AIROH offers. The only catch phrase being it Made in Italy.

      The helmet market has almost become a flea market out there, with different manufacturers offering different helmets, rebranded helmets. Just having a look at them wouldn't be a bad idea after all.

      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 kylesforza View Post
        But I won't need to replace the Visor unless I break it right? [emoji14] Its my first helmet purchase for my first bike, hoping to be as safe as possible. [emoji14]
        You'll have to replace the visor, if it picks up enough scratches to hinder your day vision and cause scattering of light from oncoming vehicles at night.

        Your handling and storage of helmet is important too.

        You may be super careful while handling your helmet but you'd have to handover the helmet at mall baggage counters or lock it with you bike.

        So take that into consideration as well.
        Mumbai - Bangalore Solo Ride

        A Breath-Taking Ride (Literally)

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        • Re: Helmets

          Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post



          Bachoo Motors deal with genuine AIROH and HJC is offered by Performance Racing Store. Bachoo Motors aren't that great when it comes to backup support especially if the buyer is lightyears away. And spares if any for the AIROH are exorbitantly priced. Imagine a visor costing 7500. But being lightweight, good build quality, though I wouldn't say it's a value for money proposition, it could have been a tad lesser for the quality AIROH offers. The only catch phrase being it Made in Italy.

          The helmet market has almost become a flea market out there, with different manufacturers offering different helmets, rebranded helmets. Just having a look at them wouldn't be a bad idea after all.

          Cheers!
          VJ
          So according to you HJC would be a better deal? Where's performance racing store located in Delhi?

          Getting the helmet for the yellow Pulsar RS200 ABS btw.

          I wouldn't like a black helmet tho.

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          • Re: Helmets

            Originally posted by kylesforza View Post
            Can anyone suggest me a place to buy genuine HJC or Airoh helmets in Delhi?

            Budget is 8-12k.
            Originally posted by kylesforza View Post
            So according to you HJC would be a better deal? Where's performance racing store located in Delhi?

            Getting the helmet for the yellow Pulsar RS200 ABS btw.

            I wouldn't like a black helmet tho.
            HJC, AGV -- but it's ultimately upto you to decide which one you like, both are very commendable helmets. My personal opinion would be, AGV.

            Performance Racing are based out of Mumbai, and they are genuine resellers of AGV other helmets, you can perhaps get in touch with them, price might be on the higher side.

            Performance Racing
            Auto Parts Store
            Address: Shop No. 7/8, Ground Floor, Adam Mahal, 143 - 147, Tardeo, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400034
            Phone:022 2352 6038

            Their website is down for the past two days, perhaps under construction.

            www.performanceracing.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.


            THE END

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            • Re: Helmets

              Purchased Vega Axor for my Dad mostly for city commutes. Cost ₹2420 here in Pune at Laxmi automobiles. The padding so pretty good and is removable and washable. But most importantly it says ISI and DOT certified.


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              • Re: Helmets

                Originally posted by wallpapers123 View Post
                Purchased Vega Axor for my Dad mostly for city commutes. Cost ₹2420 here in Pune at Laxmi automobiles. The padding so pretty good and is removable and washable. But most importantly it says ISI and DOT certified.


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                Vega axor series is a good alternate to the basic indian helmets,

                DO NOT quote the entire picture set, kindly edit the quote before posting.
                Last edited by B7ACKTHORN; 05-08-2015, 12:50 AM.

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                • Re: Helmets

                  After selling off my previous LS2 Phobia which I had bought in 2012,I finally checked out the LS2 helmets currently on sale. Shockingly its much lighter than before.Not a single safety rating is there at the back of the helmet and the build quality felt like it was fake. Previously, I had bought the Phobia helmet from the same shop but the vents were too plasticky and the cheekpads were too soft than before. I also checked the THH helmets,not very impressed.
                  MT helmets remains to be checked out.

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                  • Re: Helmets

                    Originally posted by SpeedyKol View Post
                    After selling off my previous LS2 Phobia which I had bought in 2012,I finally checked out the LS2 helmets currently on sale. Shockingly its much lighter than before.Not a single safety rating is there at the back of the helmet and the build quality felt like it was fake. Previously, I had bought the Phobia helmet from the same shop but the vents were too plasticky and the cheekpads were too soft than before. I also checked the THH helmets,not very impressed.
                    MT helmets remains to be checked out.

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                    If there's no rating then its fake...its that simple. I was almost fooled at one shop in mumbai but later i googled it and came to know that these are Chinese local made helmets.

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                    • Re: Helmets

                      Originally posted by kety213 View Post
                      If there's no rating then its fake...its that simple. I was almost fooled at one shop in mumbai but later i googled it and came to know that these are Chinese local made helmets.

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                      I could definitely say that those LS2 helmets were "certified fakes"

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                      • Re: Helmets

                        Originally posted by SpeedyKol View Post
                        I could definitely say that those LS2 helmets were "certified fakes"
                        As discussed expensively in the thread ls2 helmets fake? It is always best to check the chinstrap for a white label where the e9 logo is printed along with a code which should start wi
                        th 05 number serial for a genuine ece helmt

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                        • Re: Helmets

                          Has anyone bought any riding gear/ helmet from motosport.com ? I'm thinking of buying HJC CS-R2 Helmet from there. Costs around 7500 + 1100 on Customs. The website seems legit and price alright for the product.

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                          • Re: Helmets

                            Originally posted by wallpapers123 View Post
                            Has anyone bought any riding gear/ helmet from motosport.com ? I'm thinking of buying HJC CS-R2 Helmet from there. Costs around 7500 + 1100 on Customs. The website seems legit and price alright for the product.
                            Which size and graphic do you want? PRS and SPG and Moto101 sell the same helmet for Rs.6000/- inclusive taxes in India.

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                            • Re: Helmets

                              Originally posted by SpeedyKol View Post
                              I could definitely say that those LS2 helmets were "certified fakes" [emoji14]
                              They were[emoji12]

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                              • Re: Helmets

                                Guys suggest me a good helmet under 4500 with all the necessary features.
                                I don't ride a bike to add days to my life .
                                I ride a bike to add life to my days !

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