Helmets

[Cursed4Eva]

Looking for a helmet

Hi,

I'm looking to get a helmet, am getting my baby ninja tomorrow and want a decent helmet that doesn't let air get in at high speeds. Never used a helmet before (p220) but after reading through a lot of the threads here Ive decided to use one with the baby ninja I have read the last 15-20 pages of this thread and am not very familiar with the brands tho... hope sm1 cd help...
fyi am from chennai

[Sunnyside_up!]

Hi,

I'm looking to get a helmet, am getting my baby ninja tomorrow and want a decent helmet that doesn't let air get in at high speeds. Never used a helmet before (p220) but after reading through a lot of the threads here Ive decided to use one with the baby ninja I have read the last 15-20 pages of this thread and am not very familiar with the brands tho... hope sm1 cd help...
fyi am from chennai

Get yourself the best that you can afford - that would be my advice. Go through this thread so that the reviews will give you an idea of whats available and then you can decide for yourself. Just ensure you get the proper fit.

[Cursed4Eva]

Get yourself the best that you can afford - that would be my advice. Go through this thread so that the reviews will give you an idea of whats available and then you can decide for yourself. Just ensure you get the proper fit.

What will be the minimum id need to spend to get smthng that has a decent visor that doesnt scratch or fog and not allow air at high speeds?

I see different prices and brands being discussed but Id like to know where to start.. thanks a lot for your reply bro

[Sunnyside_up!]

What will be the minimum id need to spend to get smthng that has a decent visor that doesnt scratch or fog and not allow air at high speeds?

I see different prices and brands being discussed but Id like to know where to start.. thanks a lot for your reply bro

There is no such thing as a visor that does not scratch or fog - at best it will be resistant to both - this is true even for helmets which cost 50K. How you care for it counts a lot. A helmet that does not vent will be too hot to wear in Chennai climate, so go for something that vents well. That said, most Indian helmets do not seal well at the visor, and allows lots of air in through the gaps in the eye-port and shell. This is due to poor design and build.

Ultimately you can only get what you pay for.

For the Ninja, I'd recommend at least an LS2 and anything above. Should start at about 3k onwards - the sky's the limit. Again, try to get the best you can afford - your life may depend on it.

On a different note, a friend of mine from the 650r FB group in Mumbai met with an accident and is in hospital with head injuries - has been unconscious since the day before. I'm not sure if he was wearing a helmet or not, since he was riding a scooter and not his Ninja at the time ( not that it's an excuse) but I cannot stress more the importance of wearing a helmet at ALL times.

Cannot even imagine the trauma his wife and kids are going through.

[Cursed4Eva]

There is no such thing as a visor that does not scratch or fog - at best it will be resistant to both - this is true even for helmets which cost 50K. How you care for it counts a lot. A helmet that does not vent will be too hot to wear in Chennai climate, so go for something that vents well. That said, most Indian helmets do not seal well at the visor, and allows lots of air in through the gaps in the eye-port and shell. This is due to poor design and build.

Ultimately you can only get what you pay for.

For the Ninja, I'd recommend at least an LS2 and anything above. Should start at about 3k onwards - the sky's the limit. Again, try to get the best you can afford - your life may depend on it.

On a different note, a friend of mine from the 650r FB group in Mumbai met with an accident and is in hospital with head injuries - has been unconscious since the day before. I'm not sure if he was wearing a helmet or not, since he was riding a scooter and not his Ninja at the time ( not that it's an excuse) but I cannot stress more the importance of wearing a helmet at ALL times.

Cannot even imagine the trauma his wife and kids are going through.

Thanks a lot for the info, finally am getting the picture thanks to u...

I understand about scratch resistant and what I meant by "not allow air" is sealing at the visor... so all helmets that we get here do not seal properly, is it?

One more question,
Nuvo Unit Helmet : Octane Green - 5,990.00Rs
would this be good? I could stretch myself to 6k. Is this worth the price or should I look into the ls2?

Sorry to hear about your friend, hope her recovers soon!

Thanks again for your help

[Sunnyside_up!]

Thanks a lot for the info, finally am getting the picture thanks to u...

I understand about scratch resistant and what I meant by "not allow air" is sealing at the visor... so all helmets that we get here do not seal properly, is it?

One more question,
Nuvo Unit Helmet : Octane Green - 5,990.00Rs
would this be good? I could stretch myself to 6k. Is this worth the price or should I look into the ls2?

Sorry to hear about your friend, hope her recovers soon!

Thanks again for your help

I haven't used or even seen one, so I can't comment. The LS2 is popular because of its affordability. I use a SOL 68s myself.

[Cursed4Eva]

I haven't used or even seen one, so I can't comment. The LS2 is popular because of its affordability. I use a SOL 68s myself.

Any Idea where I can get an LS2 from in chennai? How is the SOL? How much did it cost?

[vickks]

Read a news in ToI few days back about fining bikers without ISI helmets in Mumbai. Also they fined those with DOT, Australian certifications.

source: ToI

[Sunnyside_up!]

Any Idea where I can get an LS2 from in chennai? How is the SOL? How much did it cost?

You can see a range of helmets at Sree Padham in GP Road. He carries Cross, LS2 and SOL, among others. Contact Prem @ 9884458400.

Read a news in ToI few days back about fining bikers without ISI helmets in Mumbai. Also they fined those with DOT, Australian certifications.

source: ToI

In Mumbai perhaps, not Chennai. The article also indicates the cops have back-tracked - I've not heard of this issue after that incident.

[Cursed4Eva]

You can see a range of helmets at Sree Padham in GP Road. He carries Cross, LS2 and SOL, among others. Contact Prem @ 9884458400.

Thank you will visit tomorrow... any idea if they accept credit cards? (cash balance almost nil now )

[dreamchaser]

you would be surprised by the list of items i have bought online and from the US!!
-AGV K3 Dreamtime helmet
-SIDI Fusion boots
-A* SP2 gloves,black/white
-Joe Rocket dollar ladies jacket
-Galfer brake pads
-Zero gravity double bubble
-Immortal graphix Megatron tank pad
-and finally an A* RC1 two piece racing leathers....custom fit!!....i know i know most of you guys must be thinking"hey a* does not make custom fit leathers?" yeah you are right if you buy it from the motorcycle store but imagine if you know the people who manufactures racing leathers for A* and Joe rockets!!!!...it took 22 body measurements to get it done and this was the ONLY item which i had to pay a duty but that too about 1800rs but the suit cost me less than half the price of the one from the stores!!!!....i am not sure if its a known or unknown fact but these 2 brands take their origin in our neighbour's soil!! yup they are made in Pakistan.coz they have some of the best leathers..shipped to the UAE and then shipped to the US!!!!...all the above cost me only 65k since shopped online...!!!

[747anwar]

Where can i get a ls2 helmet for a low price,am from northern kerala,suggest me shops in manglore or banglore or any other in south india,
asked one shop in manglore ,they told 3500rs. Is it a good deal

[prateek2210]

asked one shop in manglore ,they told 3500rs. Is it a good deal

Which model it was?

And btw you do need a helmet as per your profile pic

[747anwar]

Which model it was?

And btw you do need a helmet as per your profile pic

Ls2 chorono

[prateek2210]

Try bargaining , and get it down. 3500 was too much (IMO wrt Delhi / NCR prices) , here the same sells for 3k