Helmets

[Raneet]

buddy u can go for studds ninja 2g i have this one 2 it is very good and comfortable.

My helmet collection
1. studds ninja 2g
2. gp1
3. studds ryno
4. vega boolean
5. studds half face
6. Eargo
well very soon i am planing for another on in my collection i.e. cross.

that's a nice library man...

[Vishwas Bharadwaj]

Brought a new helmet yesterday for 1200 Rupees.Wanted a LS2 but the darn thing did not fit inside my Dio's under seat storage compartment!
The helmet is a Vega *some name*

[Raneet]

As per your request, uploading pics of the flip up Cross helmet.

can you tell me how much this costed you?

[tibby]

Brought a new helmet yesterday for 1200 Rupees.Wanted a LS2 but the darn thing did not fit inside my Dio's under seat storage compartment!
The helmet is a Vega *some name*

Thats the Vega Formula HP.
I have one too, but the ventilation sucks, & its anoying at high speeds.

[Vishwas Bharadwaj]

Thats the Vega Formula HP.
I have one too, but the ventilation sucks, & its anoying at high speeds.

The helmet hugs my face nicely,looks cool too!I did not notice anything which suggests that the ventilation is inadequate(may be because i do not have enough experience with it!) nor could I test it out at high speeds.I consider it as adequate and it comes cheap too

[tibby]

The helmet hugs my face nicely,looks cool too!I did not notice anything which suggests that the ventilation is inadequate(may be because i do not have enough experience with it!) nor could I test it out at high speeds.I consider it as adequate and it comes cheap too

Its a good helmet. Bought it the day I picked my R15.
I realised its drawbacks later. But its well if it works for you. Its a decent VFM (Value For Money) deal.

Be careful with the visor. It gets scratched pretty easily.

[nand15]

hey guys , once again my lid got stolen , so i'm back on the helmet hunt ... got a budget of about 3K . my previous one was a cross , so maybe i'd like to try LS2 this time , can anyone tell me how the ventilation and noise at high speed on the LS2 is ?

[Tachyon]

hey guys , once again my lid got stolen , so i'm back on the helmet hunt ... got a budget of about 3K . my previous one was a cross , so maybe i'd like to try LS2 this time , can anyone tell me how the ventilation and noise at high speed on the LS2 is ?

LS2 is pretty good...i have black espirit model with smoked visor...vents are ok i will say...if you are moving then it is pretty comfortable, but on traffic signals it can get little stuffy in there....the fit is awesome...feels very safe...quite heavy...but manageable.......noise...willl be there...a whistling sound...not much though...on speeds above 70-80..it can be little on a higher side...

[RanjithMN]

hey guys , once again my lid got stolen , so i'm back on the helmet hunt ... got a budget of about 3K . my previous one was a cross , so maybe i'd like to try LS2 this time , can anyone tell me how the ventilation and noise at high speed on the LS2 is ?

Get a LS2.Vents and Noise are decent...good for its price.

[BAMBI143]

My helmet collection
1. studds ninja 2g
2. gp1
3. studds ryno
4. vega boolean
5. studds half face
6. Eargo
well very soon i am planing for another on in my collection i.e. cross.

My library:
1: Studds Rhyno.
2: Vega Offroader(goggles version).
3: MRC 313.
4: Studds Marshall decor.
5: Studds KS1 metro(got with bike).

[Sunnyside_up!]

Get a LS2.Vents and Noise are decent...good for its price.

I'm a little confused about the regular references to LS2 in this forum. As far as I know, there are several models of LS2 available. I'm not referring to the different graphic styles, but to the actual model shapes and structure. Which are the ones that are "good" and the ones that aren't?

References to graphics are purely subjective and a matter of individual tastes but no reflection at all on the quality or features of the product itself, right?

I have owned and used two myself, both the FF384.2 ESPRIT. ( I'm partial to white.)

Now here's the thing, I researched this helmet on official LS2 websites and this model is supposed to come with a completely removable lining - but my unit has the lining pasted to the inner styro and cannot be removed.

This model is supposed to have an internal sun-visor - my unit does not.

The LS2 website lists only one distributor in India - Vega , yet my second unit came via a very large helmet dealer based in Bangalore, who claimed to have imported the units directly. I tend to believe his claim that he did import it because the first one I bought from an established dealer in Chennai for Rs.3000/- and when I approached him for a second piece, he gave it to me for Rs.1750/-, explaining that this unit came through a different "distributor"!!

Several in Chennai XBhp are aware of this since I put them onto this new "deal" - which in retrospect I regretted later.

I am unable to compare the two units because the first was borrowed by a friend who promptly lost it (which is why I bought the second one) but I have the distinct feeling that the second is lighter, less padded and also not as plush as the first.

Now these are my questions to the forum -

1. Why are there such large differences between web-site specifications and descriptions and the products that we buy from the market?

2. Why does the price fluctuate so much? How can there be a 70% difference? Was I robbed blind the first time? And if so, why did the dealer give me a break the second time?

3. How can there be "unofficial" distributors?

4. The LS2 Esprit is retailing in a few stores in Europe for 125 Euros. Check this link - LS2 Helmen - Esprit - Glans Wit - Road Helm. How can they possibly sell it for 4.5 times less in India?

The most probable and likely answers are staring me in the face - and I don't like what I'm thinking, but does anyone have any answers/explanations that will make me feel comfortable?

I for one, will not be using my particular unit of the LS2 Esprit again till I know for sure.

[xionite]

my LS2 has dual visors. and a removable/washable lining.
bought for around 5000.

The most probable and likely answers are staring me in the face - and I don't like what I'm thinking, but does anyone have any answers/explanations that will make me feel comfortable?

i'll say it.

yes... i have seen "fake" LS2s around. loads of em.

isn't being safe better than feeling comfortable?
compare your helmet with similar ones from different stores.

.

[BladeBoy]

Mates, Is there any place at Chennai, Where I can get Cross ? Or genuine LS2's MotoGP editions ?

[sreehari_r1]

Hey! I am planning on buying a similar helmet. Do you have any idea about the cost of these now? And are there any graphic options available in the flip-up models?

4K, 1 year back. No idea about the current price. I have seen models with graphics, which I was not impressed.

thnx dude,

i was looking for something like this only... can you compare its quality with the likes of LS2? how much does it cost??
can anybody tell me if i can buy something similar in hyderabad??

hey! the cross flip up looks sweet!
could u post the price and where in mumbai i might find this ?

now this is what i call helmet man what a peace yaar please give the full details from where it can be bought in Delhi and also what would be the cost of it.
thanks guys do this much for me dear.

can you tell me how much this costed you?

The price was 4K when bought it 1 year back. I haven't used LS2. What I understand is both LS2 and Cross are almost same quality and price. It will be different in different models. It should be available in Hyderabad, Mumbai, Delhi. Most decent helmet shops should be having them. Sorry mate, no idea about the local shops from where you can get it. Please check with any local XBhpian.

My 2 cents :
1. As these helmets are imported, they will be having better design, graphics, quality. Otherwise, Studds Ninja which I have used 8 years back done almost same service.
2. One day while driving, the visor with the flip-up came off from one side. Just collected the parts and screwed them back, need allen keys for that. Also foam inside the helmet and the material is good quality. But was not fitted well (may be for my piece). I have fixed it later. All these were not unexpected, so I am not unhappy.
3. Price of the flip up will be always double, comparing to normal helmets from the same brand.
4. I don't think Cross or LS2 are DOT/Snell approved, even if DOT/Snell stickers will be there in the helmets. Also flip-ups are not recommended by DOT/Snell, due to safety. The DOT standard does not require chin bar testing, but Snell rarely approves any flip-up helmets. May be ECE certified, but not sure.
5. I am using the helmet daily, while using my wife's Activa maximum speed @ 50 KM/H. For serious biking, I am using more reliable and different brand. Mean to say that I don't rely on these helmets for serious biking.

[Raneet]

My library:
1: Studds Rhyno.
2: Vega Offroader(goggles version).
3: MRC 313.
4: Studds Marshall decor.
5: Studds KS1 metro(got with bike).

nice man...

The price was 4K when bought it 1 year back. I haven't used LS2. What I understand is both LS2 and Cross are almost same quality and price. It will be different in different models. It should be available in Hyderabad, Mumbai, Delhi. Most decent helmet shops should be having them. Sorry mate, no idea about the local shops from where you can get it. Please check with any local XBhpian.

My 2 cents :
1. As these helmets are imported, they will be having better design, graphics, quality. Otherwise, Studds Ninja which I have used 8 years back done almost same service.
2. One day while driving, the visor with the flip-up came off from one side. Just collected the parts and screwed them back, need allen keys for that. Also foam inside the helmet and the material is good quality. But was not fitted well (may be for my piece). I have fixed it later. All these were not unexpected, so I am not unhappy.
3. Price of the flip up will be always double, comparing to normal helmets from the same brand.
4. I don't think Cross or LS2 are DOT/Snell approved, even if DOT/Snell stickers will be there in the helmets. Also flip-ups are not recommended by DOT/Snell, due to safety. The DOT standard does not require chin bar testing, but Snell rarely approves any flip-up helmets. May be ECE certified, but not sure.
5. I am using the helmet daily, while using my wife's Activa maximum speed @ 50 KM/H. For serious biking, I am using more reliable and different brand. Mean to say that I don't rely on these helmets for serious biking.

that's a lot of information... thanks... locally there are quite a lot of shops i know of selling LS2, let's see...

also wanted to ask there's this new STUDDS BEAMER??? STUDDS NINJA 3G is a bit expensive over the 2G version. how is that? worth the extra penny over NINJA 2G??? thanks...