Helmets

[Coplay@180]

go for LS2. its pading is removeble & washeble.

What about the weight? which one is lighter? LS2 or Cross

[n_aditya]

What about the weight? which one is lighter? LS2 or Cross

Both are almost the same when it comes to weight. I guess they weigh around 1.5 kilo's +/- 500 gms... at least thats what the stickers on the lid mention.

I'm on the verge of upgrading my helmet this month and am looking for ones with a anti scratch visor. Other requirements would be Weight, Comfort fit and Howling . What is the price range I can expect?

I was planning for CROSS, LS2 or AGV, but doubt if they offer antiscratch visors. My budget for now would be around 3k.


Thanks!
Ragav

P.S. I've read that it is reccomended to change the helmet once a year. Is it true for Helmets like Shoei and Arai??

Premium helmets have scratch resistant visors. There are no anti-scratch visors for helmets. AGV is a good choice (not the MPA AGV) over the LS2 and Cross. Otherwise the MPA AGV, LS2 and Cross are similar in terms of safety certification, size, etc. MPA AGV's are slightly heavier compared to the other 2.

All helmets should be changed once every 5 years and this holds good for the high end ones as well.

[anirudh fz1]

Both are almost the same when it comes to weight. I guess they weigh around 1.5 kilo's +/- 500 gms... at least thats what the stickers on the lid mention.



Premium helmets have scratch resistant visors. There are no anti-scratch visors for helmets. AGV is a good choice (not the MPA AGV) over the LS2 and Cross. Otherwise the MPA AGV, LS2 and Cross are similar in terms of safety certification, size, etc. MPA AGV's are slightly heavier compared to the other 2.

All helmets should be changed once every 5 years and this holds good for the high end ones as well.

what 500gms more ,thats half a kilo more ,lol

[n_aditya]

what 500gms more ,thats half a kilo more ,lol

500 gms is half a kilo !!! Same thing aint it? and it can be 500 gms... oh sorry, half a kilo less too. The guys who make the lid's aint sure thats why they mention +/- 500 gms.

[Coplay@180]

what 500gms more ,thats half a kilo more ,lol

Haha , yeah HALF A KILO

[Sarvajit]

It should be +/-50gms.!

[tibby]

Better still, dip some cotton in vodka and apply on the visor. Alcohol is non abrasive and repels water on surfaces.

Yeah right, oil ??? It's gonna get dirty in less than a mile.

Instead buy "RainX" (not sure of the spelling). I use it in my cars and it repels water very well and doesnt allow any droplets to stay on the glass. Available at most shops that sell imported car care products. Its basically a small bottle with windshield washing/cleaning fluid. You can get it from EVO, cambridge layout. (the shop details are on the ninja thread and in ur visitor msg's).

Thanks! Will look it up.
What I meant by oil, is some special oil. I thought there would be non-sticky ones.

Tibby: When was the last time you saw me joking...err.. atleast about such stuff!

Oil = Muck magnet!



Yeah right... Vodka is anything better and easier than arranging for a potato

RainX - Over priced, hard to find product. Potatoes are cheaper!

Looking at the smiley, I thought so.
Will try the potato trick once. Lets see how it fares.

Tibby, ur asking for too much dude
Buy a nice Microfibre cloth and hide it somewhere in ur R15 and use that to wipe the Visor

Can't keep wiping the visor when riding in the rain man, so asked.

Did think about this : Clear Vue Rain Repellent | Thought it is kind of overpriced. Probably heading there over this weekend to pick up Turtle Wax and stuff. We can go there together if you are interested

How much is this overpriced product priced at?

[satyenpoojary]

Chances are once you use a potato, you will never use anything else
and it makes a quick snack too :P

Else ofcourse the vodka, which can make a quick drink as well :P

[n_aditya]

Else ofcourse the vodka, which can make a quick drink as well :P

Yeah and you wont catch a cold too.

What I meant by oil, is some special oil. I thought there would be non-sticky ones.

The only "non sticky oil" i have come across is Parachute non sticky coconut oil.

[rdna]

@rdna:how much does that cost ? I mean is it worth it ? coz our time riding in the rain is not all that high ... maybe we could manage with our own lil solutions ... just a thought ...

P.S: I use a 3M fog demister for the inside of the visor , to prevent it fogging up , incase ur lids don't have a breath deflector or an air vent ( mine doesn't )... it works okay ...

How much is this overpriced product priced at?

It costs Rs.260. Not sure if it is worth it. @Nand-How much is the 3M thingy and where did you buy it from?

Chances are once you use a potato, you will never use anything else
and it makes a quick snack too :P

Else ofcourse the vodka, which can make a quick drink as well :P

Doesn't alcohol damage the plastic? Also, for how long have you been trying the potato trick?

[satyenpoojary]

It costs Rs.260. Not sure if it is worth it. @Nand-How much is the 3M thingy and where did you buy it from?



Doesn't alcohol damage the plastic? Also, for how long have you been trying the potato trick?

Potato for a long time now.... I dunno about Vodka... that was suggested by Aditya :P I will never let alcohol near me while riding... especially when back here cops sniff you for cheking (I know vodka doesnt have a odour)

[anirudh fz1]

Potato for a long time now.... I dunno about Vodka... that was suggested by Aditya :P I will never let alcohol near me while riding... especially when back here cops sniff you for cheking (I know vodka doesnt have a odour)

wonder if we would keep sniffing the vodka and become drunk!!
talk abt getting drunk while riding.lol
guys u can use waxpol polish ,it repels water as well as clearing out the scrathes

PS- n_aditya - which brand vodka wud u suggest . Smirnoff Blue ????

[n_aditya]

Doesn't alcohol damage the plastic?

Hello... i was only joking. Dont try this on your visor. Dont waste good alcohol.

I will never let alcohol near me while riding... especially when back here cops sniff you for cheking (I know vodka doesnt have a odour)

The only time i'd like alcohol while riding, is when my engine can run on it. Alcohol powered crotch rocket.

guys u can use waxpol polish ,it repels water as well as clearing out the scrathes

Wax polish is not recommended. It will cause the plastic to become glazed and affect visibility.

[nand15]

It costs Rs.260. Not sure if it is worth it. @Nand-How much is the 3M thingy and where did you buy it from?

The 3M fog de-mister costed around 175rs i think , got it from the metro on the last time i went there ...

[Juris]

LS2 Phobia

I have made up my mind for buying LS2 Phobia. I checked major stores here in Hyderabad (AdventureOnTheRocks , few helmet stores in Somajigudda etc.) but couldn't find one. Thinking of getting it from Mumbai,Pune or Bangalore(via friends) . Can anyone point to reliable LS2 dealers having Phobia and the least price I need to shell out. Plus does Phobia come with extra visor .