belfast3 Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 Do any of the Thai airlines allow you to bring a motorcycle helmet into the cabin along with a small laptop bag? I'm travelling to Koh Phangan and am assuming that I won't be able to acquire a proper helmet on the island? So my plan is to purchase one in Bangkok and fly with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1sickpuppy Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 as long as it is in bag should be ok. or used 2 be. the bag with the rope tie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve187 Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 are you not allowed a carry on bag, if so put the helmet inside Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1sickpuppy Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 it would take up too much room in carry on , ive taken helmets on flights in the cheap cloth string tied bag u get with helmet and carry on bag, lid weighs puk all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post papa al Posted February 18, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2021 If it has a face shield it should be prophilactic vs covid? 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard_smith237 Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 Hand carry ‘should’ be no problem at all... Never heard of anyone facing issues carrying a helmet on international or domestic flights. As others have written, the standard ‘helmet sack’ which comes with the helmet. Decent places to purchase a new helmet in Bangkok: Paddock (Ratchadapisek Rd) & Panda Rider (Kasaet-Nawamin rd). Don’t worry about size with the carry on - you will be able to place it on the empty seat next to you - not too many ppl travelling around at the moment. If you wanted to be 100% sure, call the airline and ask if you can hand carry a Motorcycle helmet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackdd Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 (edited) If you already know where you will be staying you could also just send it there, then you don't have to worry if the airline might make problems. But most likely it's no problem to take the helmet with you in the plane, I've seen people carrying way more stuff as hand luggage. Edited February 18, 2021 by jackdd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Monday Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 No specific restriction on helmets as long as everything within weight and dimension restrictions of your carry on allowance. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belfast3 Posted February 18, 2021 Author Share Posted February 18, 2021 27 minutes ago, richard_smith237 said: Hand carry ‘should’ be no problem at all... Never heard of anyone facing issues carrying a helmet on international or domestic flights. As others have written, the standard ‘helmet sack’ which comes with the helmet. Decent places to purchase a new helmet in Bangkok: Paddock (Ratchadapisek Rd) & Panda Rider (Kasaet-Nawamin rd). Don’t worry about size with the carry on - you will be able to place it on the empty seat next to you - not too many ppl travelling around at the moment. If you wanted to be 100% sure, call the airline and ask if you can hand carry a Motorcycle helmet. Awesome, thank you! Do these shops sell western brands? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
007cableguy Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 I've never had a problem flying to Chaing Mai with Airasia i hang mine of my rucksack! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DefaultName Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 15 hours ago, belfast3 said: Awesome, thank you! Do these shops sell western brands? They stock helmets with western labels. Genuine.................? I have no reason to doubt them, but TIT after all. Examine closely; is it the quality you expect from a Western helmet? Not just the shell, check the padding is fitted perfectly, trim cut seamlessly, stickers aligned perfectly, etc., etc. One thing when buying, try on the actual one you're buying. If you try one, find that it fits, and they give you the identical one in a box, it may not fit as well. I don't know if this is specific to Thai brands - its 30+ years since I bought in the UK - but it's definitely worth checking. One more thing, I got a new helmet a month back and was worried about the covid risk from multiple people trying it on, so I took a plastic bag to go over my head. It did provoke laughter, but I didn't care, safety first. ???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard_smith237 Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 16 hours ago, belfast3 said: Awesome, thank you! Do these shops sell western brands? Yes - both shops sell and stock western brands. Paddock stock Shoei - I purchased my last helmets, both Shoei Neoteck (1 and then 2) from Paddock, they have trained fitters there - they also respond to Facebook messages. https://www.paddock.co.th Panda Rider stock a wider range of brands: Schuberth, Caberg, Nexx, http://www.pandarider.com The website of both shops show what they have although if you have a large head you should check ahead of time for sizes. Both shops are worth a visit, they have plenty of other kit too, gloves, jackets etc. Panda Rider has a good range of Rev’it kit while Paddock has Komine etc Regarding quality / genuine stock: Both shops sell legitimate kit. When choosing my first helmet I did a lot of internet research, how to spot fakes etc, tell legitimate helmets etc. I carried out repeat research when choosing another helmet 4 years later - The helmets at both shops were all legitimate (as far as I could tell) - we could try as many helmets as we wanted ‘in shop’ (couldn’t go for a test ride in them). Both shops worth a visit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post richard_smith237 Posted February 19, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted February 19, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, DefaultName said: One more thing, I got a new helmet a month back and was worried about the covid risk from multiple people trying it on, so I took a plastic bag to go over my head. It did provoke laughter, but I didn't care, safety first. ???? [parody] Edited February 19, 2021 by richard_smith237 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katipo Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 19 hours ago, belfast3 said: Do any of the Thai airlines allow you to bring a motorcycle helmet into the cabin along with a small laptop bag? I'm travelling to Koh Phangan and am assuming that I won't be able to acquire a proper helmet on the island? So my plan is to purchase one in Bangkok and fly with it. Yes, have done it before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iaminwa Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 I believe its no - always seen people told to check it or they can't board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canthai55 Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 Unless you have a small head ... The width of my helmet will not make the maximum dimensions allowed. Height and length OK I put mine in a suitcase and checked it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Surelynot Posted February 19, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted February 19, 2021 Just wear it? 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post canopus1969 Posted February 19, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted February 19, 2021 25 minutes ago, Surelynot said: Just wear it? Quite correct, there is nothing to say you cannot wear head gear (that includes helmets) 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadMuhammad Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 (edited) Helmets were not allowed carry on and must be checked in on the two international flights into Thailand and one domestic flight I have taken in the last 2 years. That was with Thai airways. edit: that was full face helmets. My skid lid ice cream container lid I have hand carried previously with no issues. Edited February 19, 2021 by MadMuhammad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 23 hours ago, belfast3 said: Do any of the Thai airlines allow you to bring a motorcycle helmet into the cabin along with a small laptop bag? I'm travelling to Koh Phangan and am assuming that I won't be able to acquire a proper helmet on the island? So my plan is to purchase one in Bangkok and fly with it. Most airlines say no... it has to go as hold luggage. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropposurfer Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 23 hours ago, belfast3 said: Do any of the Thai airlines allow you to bring a motorcycle helmet into the cabin along with a small laptop bag? I'm travelling to Koh Phangan and am assuming that I won't be able to acquire a proper helmet on the island? So my plan is to purchase one in Bangkok and fly with it. I carry my AGV all the time (internal flights) on my fly motorcycle ride/holidays, never a problem. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thailand49 Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 Just wear it, Thais will just stare and if someone ask just tell them you are challenged and tend to fall at times.???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pseudorabies Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 6 hours ago, richard_smith237 said: Yes - both shops sell and stock western brands. Paddock stock Shoei - I purchased my last helmets, both Shoei Neoteck (1 and then 2) from Paddock, they have trained fitters there - they also respond to Facebook messages. https://www.paddock.co.th Panda Rider stock a wider range of brands: Schuberth, Caberg, Nexx, http://www.pandarider.com The website of both shops show what they have although if you have a large head you should check ahead of time for sizes. Both shops are worth a visit, they have plenty of other kit too, gloves, jackets etc. Panda Rider has a good range of Rev’it kit while Paddock has Komine etc Regarding quality / genuine stock: Both shops sell legitimate kit. When choosing my first helmet I did a lot of internet research, how to spot fakes etc, tell legitimate helmets etc. I carried out repeat research when choosing another helmet 4 years later - The helmets at both shops were all legitimate (as far as I could tell) - we could try as many helmets as we wanted ‘in shop’ (couldn’t go for a test ride in them). Both shops worth a visit. I'll second Panda Rider. When my wife was looking for a Shoei helmet we wound up at BKKSpeed, a small shop located near chinatown that specializes in western helmet brands. Great service. Plus they're a short walk from the Wat Mangkon MRT station. They actually recommended Panda Rider for the rest of her gear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard_smith237 Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 34 minutes ago, hotchilli said: Most airlines say no... it has to go as hold luggage. Have you tried to take a helmet on ‘most’ airlines and been told no, it has to go in hold luggage ? I’ve seen people hand carry helmets, others are reporting they have carried their helmets. Whats the potential issue with carrying a helmet on a flight? what possible reason for saying no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baz69er Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 On 2/18/2021 at 11:45 AM, belfast3 said: Do any of the Thai airlines allow you to bring a motorcycle helmet into the cabin along with a small laptop bag? I'm travelling to Koh Phangan and am assuming that I won't be able to acquire a proper helmet on the island? So my plan is to purchase one in Bangkok and fly with it. I've brought a full face helmet as carry on luggage before from the u.k & connecting flights in thailand, i filled it with a sat nav & other electrical items without any problems...... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regyai Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 1 hour ago, richard_smith237 said: Have you tried to take a helmet on ‘most’ airlines and been told no, it has to go in hold luggage ? I’ve seen people hand carry helmets, others are reporting they have carried their helmets. Whats the potential issue with carrying a helmet on a flight? what possible reason for saying no? I would suppose the likelihood of a check in 'jobsworth' directing you to try it in the cabin bag size tester 'rack' (which it will fail) would be the only foil to the plan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KKr Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 7 hours ago, iaminwa said: I believe its no - always seen people told to check it or they can't board. think that is the correct way. A helmet is a potential weapon when in the wrong hands ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foreverlomsak Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 On 2/18/2021 at 7:00 PM, 1sickpuppy said: as long as it is in bag should be ok. or used 2 be. the bag with the rope tie why don't you wear it, claim it is an anti-COVID mask if it has a visor. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onebir Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 If all else fails, wear it and claim it's religious garb. Works for Muslims, Jews and Sikhs - why not for... Cycletraliens? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papa al Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 4 hours ago, richard_smith237 said: what possible reason for saying no? Thainess? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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