Helmets

[manson]

There goes my KBC Mangun.. Rs.12,500/- is way too much for me to spend on a lid. Have to look at some alternatives now (AGV, et al)

AGV is more expensive than KBC, lookup the following portals. They all ship internation, and are well spoken about on the international forums i'm on.

https://www.sportbiketrackgear.com

New Enough Motorcycle Apparel sells motorcycle jackets, pants and suits, boots, gloves, helmets, etc :: New Enough, LTD they do not stock KBC, but they do have Scorpion, and terrific closeout prices too.
Dennis Kirk | Frontpage they have the best prices for AGV helmets and gear, and some splendid deals on HJC too.

All of these three have extremely competent support teams, and are quite helful all through the shipping process.

However, avoid Motorcycle Parts, Motorcycle Accessories by BikeBandit.com which quite a few seem to recommend. I only order from them when i need OEM stuff for my bike. The support guys don't ever reply, you mostly will not know where ure parcel is, and when are you ever going to get it.

[Aryan]

AGV is more expensive than KBC, lookup the following portals. They all ship internation, and are well spoken about on the international forums i'm on.

https://www.sportbiketrackgear.com

New Enough Motorcycle Apparel sells motorcycle jackets, pants and suits, boots, gloves, helmets, etc :: New Enough, LTD they do not stock KBC, but they do have Scorpion, and terrific closeout prices too.
Dennis Kirk | Frontpage they have the best prices for AGV helmets and gear, and some splendid deals on HJC too.

All of these three have extremely competent support teams, and are quite helful all through the shipping process.

However, avoid Motorcycle Parts, Motorcycle Accessories by BikeBandit.com which quite a few seem to recommend. I only order from them when i need OEM stuff for my bike. The support guys don't ever reply, you mostly will not know where ure parcel is, and when are you ever going to get it.

Thanks for those links manson, I'm looking through those now. My budget for a good lid (KBC, AGV or the likes) is about 6-7k at max. Let's see what all is available in that budget..

[diffuser911]

Hey.. i used vega boolean for few months, the one that u see in my display pic... lost it a month back.. the helmet is good, the visors dont glare much and view is wide enough.. but the fitting isnt that good... paddings inside arent that great...

@synergizer: Thanks bro...That's great. I will have to manage, as there are no options available here and I don't have any plans in near future to go to Bangalore/Pune. What price did you get it for, by the way? The dealer here is asking for 2250 bucks, which I believe is more that the price elsewhere.

[Cyberpunk]

My budget for a good lid (KBC, AGV or the likes) is about 6-7k at max. Let's see what all is available in that budget..

Some points to look out for;
I've found that quality helmets can be found starting at $90 upwards (cheaper if you're lucky to have a head size that get's extremely discounted rates on clearence eg: XXS, XS and XXXL)
Brands upto $150 (HJC, KBC, Vega, AFX, Bell) Above $150 (Scorpian, Icon, Nolan, some AGV)
Plain or Solid colours of the same model are usually cheaper than ones with funky limited edition graphics. Ordering most of your things from one store will save you on shipping.
Ordering so as to maximise the use of your shipping allowance will save you money, as the shipping cost will be divided among the items. (try combining your order with friends/family, etc.)

Dennis Kirk Inc. (Full Face Helmets sorted by price)
Motorcycle Superstore (Full Face Helmets sorted by price)

[Aryan]

I've found that quality helmets can be found starting at $80 upwards (unless you're lucky to have a head size that get's extremely discounted rates on clearence eg: XXS, XS and XXXL)

Brands in that price range would include HJC, KBC, Vega, AFX, Bell,

Some points to look out for;
Plain or solid colours are usually cheaper than ones with funky limited edition graphics, of the same model.
Ordering most of your things from one store will save you on shipping.
Ordering for some more items in your order so as to maximise the use of the shipping allowance you're paying for will save you money, as the shipping cost will be divided among the items. (try combining your order with friends/family, etc.)
Other than Dennis Kirk you wont find AGV Helmets going for under $200 average. (AGV is one of the top tier manufacturers)

Dennis Kirk Inc. (Full Face Helmets sorted by price)
Motorcycle Superstore (Full Face Helmets sorted by price)

Thanks for the info Cyberpunk and for the PM as well.

[synergizer]

@synergizer: Thanks bro...That's great. I will have to manage, as there are no options available here and I don't have any plans in near future to go to Bangalore/Pune. What price did you get it for, by the way? The dealer here is asking for 2250 bucks, which I believe is more that the price elsewhere.

yaah thats the correct price for Vega now.. however i had got it for 2400 in March.. btw.. i wd recommend u to look for a diff model of Vega.. its around 2800.. is lighter than Boolean and the padding inside is awesome... i bought it recently and am pretty satisfied.. will post the pics soon...

[diffuser911]

yaah thats the correct price for Vega now.. however i had got it for 2400 in March.. btw.. i wd recommend u to look for a diff model of Vega.. its around 2800.. is lighter than Boolean and the padding inside is awesome... i bought it recently and am pretty satisfied.. will post the pics soon...

Please do post the pics of your new lid...I saw one Vega for 3500, but the thing was not worth it when I looked at the build and finish.

[Reuterian]

guys complete comparison results from bike india for those who want to buy new helmets. budget below 5500/-

Helmet Shootout

copy paste the link or clik on it to view.

[Puneet1]

I have Black Studds Ninja helmet , i wanna get its glass tinted ,how to do it ,it is legal right?

[farfromnormal]

My new helmet. HJC CL-15 Draco. Costed me 137$ . no shipping cost or anything ,my friend was visiting mumbai from new york .so she bought it from a store there.

[anvancy]

nice colors there ^..^

[rowhun]

While searching for a Helmet to buy, I came across some very cool artwork!

where can I buy these? where where where?! *drool*

[Aryan]

@farfromnormal: That is a real nice lid and would perfectly complement your newest acquisition!

[theslayer]

@farfromnormal: That is a real nice lid and would perfectly complement your newest acquisition!

Yes! Exactly! If there was one person who is all about making the right choices, then it has to 'farfromnormal'.

Change your id brother

[spiderweb]

Never thought dat there will be a forum on hamlets also...
Guys am planning to buy a new 1 for myself, a desginer one...
Can you guys suggest some "wikedest" looking helmets,
plz post sum pics if any1 hav 'em n temme from where to get 'em...
thx