Helmet Advice Please

[Greenside]

My 21 year old stepson just got a small electric bike for use in and around Chiang Mai.  I gave up bikes years ago when Index was about the only brand available and my impression was that they were more or less considered compliance accessories to avoid fines.  A lightweight helmet came with the bike, but it's clear that something better is required.

 

Suggestions for a decent quality open or full face helmet comfortable and safe enough for urban use under about 60kph would be much appreciated.  The budget is about 2000 baht.

[VocalNeal]

One can do 60 kph downhill on a bicycle. Unless he wants to look like a motorcyclist.

Compromise? A BMX helmet?

 

In CM I've only been to Helmet Shop https://goo.gl/maps/cnMJpViGjjsUGEDU7 whether they have anything that cheap i don't know. But he will have to go "bricks and mortar" to get a correct fit.

 

 

Edited June 1, 2022 by VocalNeal

[scubascuba3]

For that price I'd go for "Real" choose a DOT one.

 

If he's only going at low speed maybe go for a bicycle helmet from Decathlon, check online

Edited June 1, 2022 by scubascuba3

[VocalNeal]

https://shopee.co.th/Cairbull-adult-full-face-bike-helmet-mtb-mountain-road-bike-full-covered-motorcycle-helmet-dh-downhill-cycling-sports-ca-i.469648334.13105784768?sp_atk=3b0d4f15-d728-4324-864f-84fee126bc12&xptdk=3b0d4f15-d728-4324-864f-84fee126bc12

[Greenside]

Thanks, I've passed the info onto him.

[papa al]

REAL

[OneMoreFarang]

I suggest let him select the helmet. Maybe he wants some cool color or that latest in-brand.

The most important thing is that he wears a helmet at all. If you buy one for him which he doesn't really like then maybe he won't wear it - at lest when you are not looking...

[scubascuba3]

In Pattaya most people on electric bikes don't wear a helmet so maybe the stepson won't want to

[Agusts]

At 60kph I recommend an open face helmet for sure, you can get some wind in the face..., far easier to put on and more comfy than a full face, Index ID Venom has flip up sun visor too, about 1250b I think...