Which Helmet? Tips on buying a good helmet

quadra · 9th September 2008, 14:19

Custom painted helmets...
Anyone knows a place in bangalore were we can get it done ?

manson · 9th September 2008, 16:23

Here you go:
Team-BHP Classifieds - Inkster Custom Airbrush (helmets) - Powered by PhotoPost Classifieds

For the better informed: would painting a helmet cause the helmet shell to lose structural strength, as in the case of stickers/decals?

manson.

straight6 · 9th September 2008, 16:32

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Originally Posted by manson

Here you go:
Team-BHP Classifieds - Inkster Custom Airbrush (helmets) - Powered by PhotoPost Classifieds

For the better informed: would painting a helmet cause the helmet shell to lose structural strength, as in the case of stickers/decals?

manson.

Yes, the helmet manufacturers warn against painting their helmets.

P180V1 · 11th September 2008, 15:13

I checked the top air vents on my AGV GP1 helmet & found that there were 2 holes inside the foam which allow air inside, I also rode & checked they did work. So I say they are useful.

CHEERS,
G D

quadra · 11th September 2008, 16:50

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Originally Posted by straight6

Yes, the helmet manufacturers warn against painting their helmets.

So how about just getting the stickering job done. ?
Do you know anywhere its done in blore ?

praful · 15th September 2008, 16:45

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Originally Posted by manson

For the better informed: would painting a helmet cause the helmet shell to lose structural strength, as in the case of stickers/decals?

manson.

Still wondering, how does the adhesive on the stickers/helmet damage the structural integrity of the helmet?

The adhesive if solvent based might be problem, but most stickers aren't. Plus, I think this was more relevant in the era where the helmets were made of fibreglass, this would really not be a problem in today's injection moulded plastic helmets.

P180V1 · 15th September 2008, 18:44

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Originally Posted by straight6

Hey, can you post a photo of the holes in the foam? I'll post photos of mine as well.

You can't see the holes as they're covered with the black inner lining, you can only feel them.

CHEERS,
G D

straight6 · 15th September 2008, 20:04

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Originally Posted by P180V1

You can't see the holes as they're covered with the black inner lining, you can only feel them.

CHEERS,
G D

I couldn't feel the holes in my helmet.

P180V1 · 15th September 2008, 20:11

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Originally Posted by straight6

I couldn't feel the holes in my helmet.

Is it the original AGV GP1 or an Indian make? How much did you pay for it ?

CHEERS,
G D

straight6 · 16th September 2008, 00:20

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Originally Posted by P180V1

Is it the original AGV GP1 or an Indian make? How much did you pay for it ?

CHEERS,
G D

I paid 10K with an extra dark visor for it. I got it from the US. Its definitely not made in India!

straight6 · 17th September 2008, 14:27

Some new gear I got.

1. Balaclava
2. Fleece glove liners
3. Chrome visor
4. HJC Helmet (for a friend)
5. My helmet with the chrome visor

manson · 17th September 2008, 14:38

The chrome visor for your hjc? They looks sexy, but for your blue & red lid i would have gone for an iridium instead!!

manson.

straight6 · 17th September 2008, 19:04

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Originally Posted by manson

The chrome visor for your hjc? They looks sexy, but for your blue & red lid i would have gone for an iridium instead!!

manson.

There was a blue chrome/iridium as well. I couldn't decide between the two and ordered this one. I'll get the blue next time. Btw, the helmet does have silver/chrome glitter on it as well.

synergizer · 24th September 2008, 08:47

Guys, does any one know the website for fastrack and bhp helmets.

manson · 24th September 2008, 19:51

I have seen examples of BHP helmets in bombay, they're quite crap, and do not carry and DOT or Snell rating whatsoever.
Just be nice to your head, get an AGV indian, or the imported one (whichever fits your budget) from the many dealers around.

manson.

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P180V1 BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 143 Thanked: 4 Times	I checked the top air vents on my AGV GP1 helmet & found that there were 2 holes inside the foam which allow air inside, I also rode & checked they did work. So I say they are useful. CHEERS, G D
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straight6 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bombay Posts: 2,573 Thanked: 325 Times	Some new gear I got. 1. Balaclava 2. Fleece glove liners 3. Chrome visor 4. HJC Helmet (for a friend) 5. My helmet with the chrome visor Attached Thumbnails Last edited by straight6 : 17th September 2008 at 14:45.
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manson Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 3,934 Thanked: 4,291 Times View My Garage	The chrome visor for your hjc? They looks sexy, but for your blue & red lid i would have gone for an iridium instead!! manson.
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synergizer Newbie Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 5 Thanked: 0 Times	Guys, does any one know the website for fastrack and bhp helmets.
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manson Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 3,934 Thanked: 4,291 Times View My Garage	I have seen examples of BHP helmets in bombay, they're quite crap, and do not carry and DOT or Snell rating whatsoever. Just be nice to your head, get an AGV indian, or the imported one (whichever fits your budget) from the many dealers around. manson.
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