Helmets

[PzZulqar]

Re: Helmets

Hi.
I have a simple query... Have I Been Duped?

I bought a SOL 68S wizard from Spartan Pro Gear more than a year back. I had ordered the L size (My Head circumference: 59cm). The Helmet was nice, but the fit has always been off. It is too large and wiggles a lot at speed. I thought that maybe it was my fault that I had ordered the wrong size or the shape of the helmet just did not complement my head.

However, I have noticed something weird with the lid.

As you can see in the pics (Attached) there are two very different measurements on the Padding (L) and the Shell (XXL!). Aren't they way off to provide any protection? Isn't this wrong? Isn't a loose fitting DOT certified helmet as good as those crappy roadside helmets at protecting your head from impact.

PS: I know I am an idiot for noticing this after such a long time.

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Sunnyside_up!

[Above_All]

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Anyone using Motocross helmet ? Need info .
Planning to buy motocross helmet but not sure which 1 is good from Studds Motocross & Vega Off Road.
If anyone have them kindly mention pros & cons.
And how to know which size will fit good.
Found some images to measure head circumference & compare with s, m , l , xl size. Is there any solid info regarding this ?

[vedavyasa86]

Re: Helmets

[QUOTE=joe_marvy;1127348]A short review on MT Axxis Geo 3:
My previous helmet Volga had given me a good company of about 6+ years. There were no damages, scratches or even a visor change was required all these days, I always close the visor lid while riding.

However when I booked KTM RC 200, my urge for new lid started. Started looking for budget helmets, I was OK with LS2, but due to news about duplicates LS2 was taken out from my list. The next one without many contenders was MT, as every KTM threads and even this Helmets thread was filled with information about MT Helmets.

http://spartanprogear.com/ gave a list of colors and pricing about each models and I locate a store from this website.

Address:
Rydercity
84, Lalbagh Road, Opp MTR Hotel,
Bangalore - 560 027.
Mob: +91 98458 19143
+91 90088 00777
Contact: Mr.Chandra Kanth

This store is located in Lalbagh Road and quite easy to find. The store manager was very prompt and he answered all the questions and never showed discomfort to do any number of trials, models or colors. I will recommend this store for MT Helmets and other Spartan riding gears. They stock all models of MT and they have a good variety of colors as seen in the above website.
I have used this helmet for about 600 KMs and it is used for my daily commute. When I pen down to write a review the cons were more than the good ones, so let the cons go first. The following cons may not be 100% cons, as the helmet has not completed the break-in period. I think the break-in period defines “You will get used to the helmet in a couple of months and you will not complain”.

Here it goes, Cons:
Wind Noise: The big negative in this helmet is Wind noise. As soon as you hit 60+ wind nose creeps in and when you are near 80 the noise becomes a disturbing sound, like someone chasing you closely in a loud bullet!
I think that is because of the aerodynamic design in the picture below, this aerodynamic curve/line starting near your chin and ends near the two exhaust vent at the back. So the air flows through the curve and rolls near the vents might cause that thumper chasing effect.



Vent lock: Air inlet vents are great they work all time, be it open or close!

The store manager said each and every part inside this helmet is removable, I thought that was a compliment/feature, but that was a warning. The breath diffuser often pops up, it will come out even before the helmet comes out of your head!

Ear Pains: Yes, even after a short half an hour ride my ears starts paining. It’s not me alone, there were other members complained the same thing, but these reviews were not found before I make a purchase, my bad! Solution: Cheek pad Break-in, but that will take a lot of time.

Pros:
Light weight
Looks classy
Aerodynamic
No sweats so far, the inside is airy
Visor is dark tinted, I can ride in nights comfortably. Even at place which were pitch dark I never felt the need to open the visor for better visibility. 10/10 rating for this excellent visor.
All round visibility is good.
Double ‘D’ rings were initially confusing and time consuming, now at ease (but not with gloves) and this tings locks firmly.

Would you recommend this helmet to someone? It’s just a 600 KMs review about my experience. With this little usage I cannot say “NO” to others. But even after the break-in the wind noise is not going to reduce, but you will really get used to it. Nowadays that thumper is not chasing me closely LOL.

Few photos, sorry for the quality WhatsApp reduced it:



So How is the Helmet? Hope its good, heard good reviews about it. by the way did it come with tinted visor or you order tint one?

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Hi.
I have a simple query... Have I Been Duped?

I bought a SOL 68S wizard from Spartan Pro Gear more than a year back. I had ordered the L size (My Head circumference: 59cm). The Helmet was nice, but the fit has always been off. It is too large and wiggles a lot at speed. I thought that maybe it was my fault that I had ordered the wrong size or the shape of the helmet just did not complement my head.

However, I have noticed something weird with the lid.

As you can see in the pics (Attached) there are two very different measurements on the Padding (L) and the Shell (XXL!). Aren't they way off to provide any protection? Isn't this wrong? Isn't a loose fitting DOT certified helmet as good as those crappy roadside helmets at protecting your head from impact.

PS: I know I am an idiot for noticing this after such a long time.

this is crazy!! i doubt this will protect your head in anycase, did you write to them? i am little surprised looking at this. i think one should check this immediately after an online purchase of these helmets! TIP

[PzZulqar]

Re: Helmets

@vedavyasa86 I was shocked to see this too. I believed SPG was solid, but...

I did, like 5 days back. No one has replied.

[prateek2210]

Re: Helmets

Anyone using Motocross helmet ? Need info .
Planning to buy motocross helmet .................... Is there any solid info regarding this ?

Just out of curiosity, are you into motocross and off road riding/sports??

[joe_marvy]

Re: Helmets

So How is the Helmet? Hope its good, heard good reviews about it. by the way did it come with tinted visor or you order tint one?

Yes! The helmet is damm good. Like I said before the only issue is unbearable wind noise at speeds (at least on my RC 200, due to the visor i guess). I'm using balaclava for city rides and ear plugs for highway rides and it reduces the noise to a great extent. Apart from wind noise it is worth every penny I have spent. Snug fit like day one, better visibility all around and the alien look LOL! No, it came with clear visor and I changed to tinted one. Also, I got the clear one as a spare. I think the visor costs 750/-.

I am looking for iridium finished visor, any leads for online or a store in bangalore would be of great help. The store which I have purchased my helmet doesn't have that.

[vedavyasa86]

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Yes! The helmet is damm good. Like I said before the only issue is unbearable wind noise at speeds (at least on my RC 200, due to the visor i guess). I'm using balaclava for city rides and ear plugs for highway rides and it reduces the noise to a great extent. Apart from wind noise it is worth every penny I have spent. Snug fit like day one, better visibility all around and the alien look LOL! No, it came with clear visor and I changed to tinted one. Also, I got the clear one as a spare. I think the visor costs 750/-.

I am looking for iridium finished visor, any leads for online or a store in bangalore would be of great help. The store which I have purchased my helmet doesn't have that.

thanks for the prompt response and advice. i am going for this helmet, it looks classy

your avatar is much more classier!

[tpsan]

Re:bengaluru Sol helmets

Hey guys.need some help. Anyplace in bengaluru to get Sol helmets.

[prakashray412]

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Let's gear up, have new stock of SOL helmet

Sent from my HM 1SW using xBhp Connect mobile app

[Above_All]

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Just out of curiosity, are you into motocross and off road riding/sports??

Off road riding many time .

Any info you have regarding those 2 helmets ?

[lasky]

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Off road riding many time .

Any info you have regarding those 2 helmets ?

In Indian Brands they are the most top quality you can buy,but if you want better safety and stability then i would recommend the following brands,THH SOL LS2 CROSS, they will give you a better fitting and more safety than the Indian helmets of Vega Studds,pricing would be upwards 3.5k to approx 5 k

[santhoshs]

Re: bengaluru Sol helmets

Hey guys.need some help. Anyplace in bengaluru to get Sol helmets.

you may look at ADESHWAR AUTO ZONE, lalbhag road, next to passport office.

[Parth_Hyderabad]

Re: Helmets

Sorry my bad [emoji18] .

Top Motorcycle Helmet Selections in India (Updated Sep 2013) - The Helmet Shoppe

well this helmet shoppe is just a Delhi based shop it seems, it has online buying portal in ebay but has zero products to buy. its a shame.

[Sunnyside_up!]

Re: Helmets

Hi.
I have a simple query... Have I Been Duped?

I bought a SOL 68S wizard from Spartan Pro Gear more than a year back. I had ordered the L size (My Head circumference: 59cm). The Helmet was nice, but the fit has always been off. It is too large and wiggles a lot at speed. I thought that maybe it was my fault that I had ordered the wrong size or the shape of the helmet just did not complement my head.

However, I have noticed something weird with the lid.

As you can see in the pics (Attached) there are two very different measurements on the Padding (L) and the Shell (XXL!). Aren't they way off to provide any protection? Isn't this wrong? Isn't a loose fitting DOT certified helmet as good as those crappy roadside helmets at protecting your head from impact.

PS: I know I am an idiot for noticing this after such a long time.

Tagging: @
Sunnyside_up!

The SOL 68s used to come with two shell sizes. The smaller shell accommodated size XS-M, while the larger, sizes L-2XL. The difference in the sizes in between the same shell was achieved with thicker or thinner padding. So what you have is a standard product. If the helmet was loose fitting, why didn't you exchange it then?

Disclaimer - this was the standard till SPG dealt with the product. I don't know whether the same standard applies now.

FYI - Even today SPG services helmets sold by it years ago, even though it stopped selling SOL more than a year ago. SPG still maintains a stock of ratchets, visors (limited), liners, cheek pads and other plastic components like vent sliders, buttons and other bits for its customers. Even the present distributor does not stock this inventory. A few weeks ago, a fellow XBhpian messaged me for some missing vents covers for his three year old helmet, which were shipped to him for free.

[Above_All]

Re: Helmets

In Indian Brands they are the most top quality you can buy,but if you want better safety and stability then i would recommend the following brands,THH SOL LS2 CROSS, they will give you a better fitting and more safety than the Indian helmets of Vega Studds,pricing would be upwards 3.5k to approx 5 k

Thanks for providing input. Will look for higher brands later as budget is not good this time.
Do you have any idea which 1 is good in fit, comfort, safety, quality from studd motocross & vega offroad ?