Which Helmet? Tips on buying a good helmet

alligator · 2nd February 2010, 15:59

Hi
It's time for me to buy a new helmet and i am inclined towards KBC (VR-2R) any reviews from users, also who provides better hand gloves Alpinestar or Joerocket ?

Sheel · 2nd February 2010, 22:26

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Originally Posted by alligator

Hi
It's time for me to buy a new helmet and i am inclined towards KBC (VR-2R) any reviews from users, also who provides better hand gloves Alpinestar or Joerocket ?

Gloves?--sure you might get replies here,
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/motorb...ar-thread.html

helmets--KBC is a good brand(an American i think) though Joe Rocket makes some cool helmets,
check here
New Page 1

best of luck

manson · 3rd February 2010, 01:49

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Originally Posted by Sheel

Joe Rocket makes some cool helmets,

Slight correction. Joe Rocket only designs their line of helmets, and outsources the manafacturing process to HJC. I could be wrong though.
KBC is a good entry level serious lid brand, the build is very HJC (if not slightly better) and are more suited for a snug fit, like the Shoei lids.
KBS has some superb looking helmets, the Gunslinge used to be on my wishlist until I bought the AGV XR2.

manson.

straight6 · 3rd February 2010, 03:40

You should always check the shape and size of your head first before buying a helmet. There's nothing worse than a helmet that hurts after a while because its not suited to the heads shape. That is why I sold my HJC to a friend who fits perfectly into it.

I have a round head so the Shark fits well but I'm about to get an Arai which is specifically meant for round heads so that one should fit even better.

Berj79 · 3rd February 2010, 04:16

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Originally Posted by manson

Slight correction. Joe Rocket only designs their line of helmets, and outsources the manafacturing process to HJC. I could be wrong though.
KBC is a good entry level serious lid brand, the build is very HJC (if not slightly better) and are more suited for a snug fit, like the Shoei lids.
KBS has some superb looking helmets, the Gunslinge used to be on my wishlist until I bought the AGV XR2.

manson.

Yes you are right, JR outsources from HJC, everyone knows that, the hjc & joe rocket carbon fiber helmets are virtually identical..

Sheel · 3rd February 2010, 08:42

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Originally Posted by straight6

I have a round head so the Shark fits well but I'm about to get an Arai which is specifically meant for round heads so that one should fit even better.

would you be able to try out prior to your purchase? or give away to a friend again?

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Originally Posted by Berj79

JR outsources from HJC, everyone knows that, the hjc & joe rocket carbon fiber helmets are virtually identical..

my bad, never knew this and now that you and manson have mentioned i can see the light, thanks

motorpsycho · 3rd February 2010, 09:40

I've been using Volga Helmet for some time now , cost me around 1000 bucks , brought it directly from the factory in Belgaum , The build quality is very good , the sticker pattern (Force Model ) is one of the best I've seen on Indian made helmets. The fit is pretty snug.

SPIKE ARRESTOR · 3rd February 2010, 10:14

guys any idea of a good helmet shop in Mumbai?

Spike

MurtazaGhiya · 3rd February 2010, 10:34

How are the LS2 helmets in terms of reliability? They come at a price of around 3K which I believe is VFM too. I have seen some friends have LS2's and they look damn smart

EDIT: this is their website http://www.ls2helmets.es/

straight6 · 3rd February 2010, 13:02

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Originally Posted by Sheel

would you be able to try out prior to your purchase? or give away to a friend again?

I don't need to try out because I've studied the shape of my head and the helmet very well.

alligator · 3rd February 2010, 13:17

Thanks Riders,
bought myself KBC (VR-2R) Stealth today. very comfortable and snug fit.

manson · 3rd February 2010, 19:25

Spike, there are end number of helmet stores in Mumbai, which part of the city are you located?

Murtaza, my first parameter to judge a helmet is the safety standards the manafacturing standards confirm to. While ISI is good enough for the stuff made in India, lookout for a DOT or Snell rating for the imported stuff.
Post this, look at the fit, build quality, material of padding, graphics, etc and finally the cost.
Straight6 on multiple threads has mentioned 'spend as much as you possible can on a helmet' you could cost cut on that fancy exhaust-filter-sprocket upgrade, the head is most definitely more important.

Alligator, congratulations!

manson.

Sheel · 3rd February 2010, 22:25

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Originally Posted by manson

'spend as much as you possible can on a helmet' you could cost cut on that fancy exhaust-filter-sprocket upgrade, the head is most definitely more important.

so true, my 2nd GP-One is purchased today(matte finish) and i shall get it by 10th feb,
the reason to go for this was size as i wasn't sure how sparx or lower end HJC's or KBC's would fit as i am currently using a GP-One and more than happy so stuck to it.(someone is bringing it for me and explained the shop keeper on phone about size and looks)
@alligator-good buy
^^getting a dsg and A* S-MX2 also

MurtazaGhiya · 4th February 2010, 11:07

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Originally Posted by manson

Spike, there are end number of helmet stores in Mumbai, which part of the city are you located?

Murtaza, my first parameter to judge a helmet is the safety standards the manafacturing standards confirm to. While ISI is good enough for the stuff made in India, lookout for a DOT or Snell rating for the imported stuff.
Post this, look at the fit, build quality, material of padding, graphics, etc and finally the cost.
Straight6 on multiple threads has mentioned 'spend as much as you possible can on a helmet' you could cost cut on that fancy exhaust-filter-sprocket upgrade, the head is most definitely more important.

Alligator, congratulations!

manson.

Thats a very good message out there for all the bikers around

I had a look at the LS2 helmets and the fit is finish is superb. It also has an ISI mark embossed (not just a sticker). Will look for the DOT or snell rating before I get one

Btw, here is a pic of friends' LS2 helmets composed as one pic.

Which Helmet? Tips on buying a good helmet-helms.jpg

abhipuru16 · 4th February 2010, 16:45

Can I find LS2 helmets in Chopra Helmets or Mahalaxmi? Also, how are these LS2 helmets?

2nd February 2010, 15:59	#211
alligator Newbie Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: mumbai Posts: 23 Thanked: 0 Times	KBC helmet, Alpinestar or Joe Rocket Hand Gloves Hi It's time for me to buy a new helmet and i am inclined towards KBC (VR-2R) any reviews from users, also who provides better hand gloves Alpinestar or Joerocket ?
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3rd February 2010, 03:40	#214
straight6 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bombay Posts: 2,548 Thanked: 296 Times	You should always check the shape and size of your head first before buying a helmet. There's nothing worse than a helmet that hurts after a while because its not suited to the heads shape. That is why I sold my HJC to a friend who fits perfectly into it. I have a round head so the Shark fits well but I'm about to get an Arai which is specifically meant for round heads so that one should fit even better. Last edited by straight6 : 3rd February 2010 at 03:42.
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3rd February 2010, 09:40	#217
motorpsycho BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hubli Posts: 482 Thanked: 448 Times	I've been using Volga Helmet for some time now , cost me around 1000 bucks , brought it directly from the factory in Belgaum , The build quality is very good , the sticker pattern (Force Model ) is one of the best I've seen on Indian made helmets. The fit is pretty snug.
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3rd February 2010, 10:14	#218
SPIKE ARRESTOR Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Germany Posts: 2,854 Thanked: 1,532 Times	guys any idea of a good helmet shop in Mumbai? Spike
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3rd February 2010, 10:34	#219
MurtazaGhiya BHPian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Pune Posts: 218 Thanked: 35 Times View My Garage	How are the LS2 helmets in terms of reliability? They come at a price of around 3K which I believe is VFM too. I have seen some friends have LS2's and they look damn smart EDIT: this is their website http://www.ls2helmets.es/
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3rd February 2010, 13:17	#221
alligator Newbie Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: mumbai Posts: 23 Thanked: 0 Times	Thanks Riders, bought myself KBC (VR-2R) Stealth today. very comfortable and snug fit.
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3rd February 2010, 19:25	#222
manson Team-BHP Support Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 3,934 Thanked: 4,169 Times View My Garage	Spike, there are end number of helmet stores in Mumbai, which part of the city are you located? Murtaza, my first parameter to judge a helmet is the safety standards the manafacturing standards confirm to. While ISI is good enough for the stuff made in India, lookout for a DOT or Snell rating for the imported stuff. Post this, look at the fit, build quality, material of padding, graphics, etc and finally the cost. Straight6 on multiple threads has mentioned 'spend as much as you possible can on a helmet' you could cost cut on that fancy exhaust-filter-sprocket upgrade, the head is most definitely more important. Alligator, congratulations! manson.
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4th February 2010, 16:45	#225
abhipuru16 BHPian Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Faridabad Posts: 719 Thanked: 40 Times	Can I find LS2 helmets in Chopra Helmets or Mahalaxmi? Also, how are these LS2 helmets?
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