WingNut Posted Wednesday at 10:22 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 10:22 AM I want to buy a reasonably priced full face helmet as a spare that would fit the average sized woman's head. It probably won't get used very often, just occasionally when I want to take someone for a ride. If you can recommend any reasonably priced helmets and sizes, it would be much appreciated. Any possible links to helmets on Lazada would be useful too. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
novacova Posted Wednesday at 10:44 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 10:44 AM I personally would recommend Arai or Shoei, probably not reasonably priced @~15000฿. Buying a helmet on the internet probably isn’t a good idea unless you are familiar with the brand and model of the helmet, also there’s the fitment issue, heads and helmet come in many different shapes and sizes. Have no clue what area you’re in, though going to a few different shops look for RD, Shark and Zeus are good, inexpensive and common in TH. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingNut Posted Wednesday at 10:59 AM Author Share Posted Wednesday at 10:59 AM Thank you, I'll probably just go for a local brand because it may not get used very often. The other issue is that it may not be the same person using it all the time. So it's difficult to buy one sized specifically to someone's head. But the fit won't be that critical, even it's not a perfect fit it should be OK as it would just be for the occasional use and for relatively short rides. That's why I was asking for sort of a standard size for women. I use Real helmets for myself and usually take a large or an extra large sized insert for myself, depending on the model. I don't have a particularly large head though, so I think the sizes just run a little small in Thailand on the local brands. Any shops located within the Bangkok city center, or just outside would be fine. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubascuba3 Posted Wednesday at 11:13 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 11:13 AM Just get a cheap open face one, girls prefer that. 500 baht would be ok for a temporary bird one, check Index on Lazada. I use the free one Mityon gives out when you buy a bike. They are more likely to agree to wearing a half face vs full face 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MangoKorat Posted Wednesday at 11:13 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 11:13 AM For a woman, I would suggest a modular helmet is a better option - remember that all important 'scrolling' time and make-up checking. They cut down all that sorting the hair out stuff as they don't have to take them off every time you stop. I actually prefer them myself now (and I've given up wearing make-up 😁) As for 'local brands' - don't! They are mostly totally useless and provide very poor levels of protection. If you don't want to spend a lot - shops often discount last year's models of the mainstream brands helmets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MangoKorat Posted Wednesday at 11:16 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 11:16 AM 15 minutes ago, WingNut said: But the fit won't be that critical, You have no idea how wrong that statement is. Its not only about comfort, its safety too. Google it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
novacova Posted Wednesday at 11:20 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 11:20 AM Most women have size small or medium/small, and haven’t seen many medium/small helmet sizes. Mostly small or medium. Perhaps a medium size will do. If you’re looking for safety and comfort and cheap price Zeus is built for Asian heads and are DOT certified. More Than Bike in Bkk has a good selection of helmets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingNut Posted Wednesday at 11:50 AM Author Share Posted Wednesday at 11:50 AM 35 minutes ago, scubascuba3 said: Just get a cheap open face one, girls prefer that. 500 baht would be ok for a temporary bird one, check Index on Lazada. I use the free one Mityon gives out when you buy a bike. They are more likely to agree to wearing a half face vs full face Thanks. I think I want a bit better protection than that. I don't think they will fuss about wearing a full face helmet for the occasional ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingNut Posted Wednesday at 11:51 AM Author Share Posted Wednesday at 11:51 AM 37 minutes ago, MangoKorat said: As for 'local brands' - don't! They are mostly totally useless and provide very poor levels of protection. If you don't want to spend a lot - shops often discount last year's models of the mainstream brands helmets. I thought Real are deemed to be pretty decent. I got one of their more expensive models that was designed for a race. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingNut Posted Wednesday at 11:52 AM Author Share Posted Wednesday at 11:52 AM 35 minutes ago, MangoKorat said: You have no idea how wrong that statement is. Its not only about comfort, its safety too. Google it. I know it's about safety, but I can't get a helmet that will fit correct for various different head sizes. So I just hit to try and get something sort of standard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingNut Posted Wednesday at 11:54 AM Author Share Posted Wednesday at 11:54 AM 32 minutes ago, novacova said: If you’re looking for safety and comfort and cheap price Zeus is built for Asian heads and are DOT certified. More Than Bike in Bkk has a good selection of helmets. Thank you. That sounds like a good starting point. I can also ask them in the shop which size sells the most to women. Probably medium would be OK as you said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MangoKorat Posted Wednesday at 02:58 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 02:58 PM 3 hours ago, WingNut said: I thought Real are deemed to be pretty decent. I got one of their more expensive models that was designed for a race. No idea, never heard of them. I was meaning brands like Index etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingNut Posted Wednesday at 03:09 PM Author Share Posted Wednesday at 03:09 PM 6 minutes ago, MangoKorat said: No idea, never heard of them. I was meaning brands like Index etc. Yes, Index generally aren't well regarded. Real are probably the most expensive and trusted of all the Thai brands. I think they are a sponsor at the Buriram Race Circuit too. Their helmets average between 2,000-2,500 Baht for their top models. Mine was about 3,000 I think because it was a special race edition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MangoKorat Posted Wednesday at 04:19 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 04:19 PM 1 hour ago, WingNut said: Yes, Index generally aren't well regarded. Real are probably the most expensive and trusted of all the Thai brands. I think they are a sponsor at the Buriram Race Circuit too. Their helmets average between 2,000-2,500 Baht for their top models. Mine was about 3,000 I think because it was a special race edition. Hmmmm - you get what you pay for, generally. My Bell helmet cost almost 20,000. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hummin Posted Wednesday at 04:24 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 04:24 PM 5 hours ago, WingNut said: Thank you, I'll probably just go for a local brand because it may not get used very often. The other issue is that it may not be the same person using it all the time. So it's difficult to buy one sized specifically to someone's head. But the fit won't be that critical, even it's not a perfect fit it should be OK as it would just be for the occasional use and for relatively short rides. That's why I was asking for sort of a standard size for women. I use Real helmets for myself and usually take a large or an extra large sized insert for myself, depending on the model. I don't have a particularly large head though, so I think the sizes just run a little small in Thailand on the local brands. Any shops located within the Bangkok city center, or just outside would be fine. Honda Big wing have decent priced full face helmets suited average Thai head shapes. Real helmets Thai made https://www.real-helmets.com/# H2c https://www.thaihonda.co.th/honda/motorcycle/helmet/h2c-helmet-full-face-series Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubascuba3 Posted Wednesday at 08:40 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 08:40 PM 5 hours ago, WingNut said: Yes, Index generally aren't well regarded. Real are probably the most expensive and trusted of all the Thai brands. I think they are a sponsor at the Buriram Race Circuit too. Their helmets average between 2,000-2,500 Baht for their top models. Mine was about 3,000 I think because it was a special race edition. Shark helmets are good, certainly better than Real, on Lazada Ridill 6k for full face, i have one, plus open face. I like Shark more than Shoei 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hummin Posted Wednesday at 08:51 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 08:51 PM 8 minutes ago, scubascuba3 said: Shark helmets are good, certainly better than Real, on Lazada Ridill 6k for full face, i have one, plus open face. I like Shark more than Shoei Shark is an excellent helmets, but another price segment than what op asked I think. I go shark anytime but prefer Shoei bought in Europe, as well HJC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralf001 Posted Wednesday at 09:27 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 09:27 PM Get something like this, Real brand is ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubascuba3 Posted Wednesday at 10:06 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 10:06 PM 1 hour ago, Hummin said: Shark is an excellent helmets, but another price segment than what op asked I think. I go shark anytime but prefer Shoei bought in Europe, as well HJC Shoei is over rated though, had one full face, nothing special, never bought again. 6k for a full face isn't a lot, has EU safety thing, Real will have nothing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralf001 Posted Wednesday at 10:49 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 10:49 PM 39 minutes ago, scubascuba3 said: Shoei is over rated though, had one full face, nothing special, never bought again. 6k for a full face isn't a lot, has EU safety thing, Real will have nothing I have a Real Cyber full face helmet, it is Snell certified. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubascuba3 Posted Wednesday at 11:40 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 11:40 PM 51 minutes ago, Ralf001 said: I have a Real Cyber full face helmet, it is Snell certified. no way that is snell certified for under 3k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingNut Posted yesterday at 12:06 AM Author Share Posted yesterday at 12:06 AM 7 hours ago, MangoKorat said: Hmmmm - you get what you pay for, generally. My Bell helmet cost almost 20,000. I've had Shoei helmets. Yes, they cost a lot in Thailand (like your Bell). But in the states many models are $200. Same price as some of the high quality local brands in Thailand. So I don't think you need to spend that much in Thailand to get a high quality helmet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingNut Posted yesterday at 12:08 AM Author Share Posted yesterday at 12:08 AM 3 hours ago, scubascuba3 said: Shark helmets are good, certainly better than Real, on Lazada Ridill 6k for full face, i have one, plus open face. I like Shark more than Shoei Thanks, I'll have a look. I think I tried some on before for myself years ago, but couldn't find a good, comfortable fit. I assume they have since improved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralf001 Posted yesterday at 12:11 AM Share Posted yesterday at 12:11 AM 29 minutes ago, scubascuba3 said: no way that is snell certified for under 3k https://smf.org/cert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingNut Posted yesterday at 12:12 AM Author Share Posted yesterday at 12:12 AM (edited) 2 hours ago, scubascuba3 said: Shoei is over rated though, had one full face, nothing special, never bought again. 6k for a full face isn't a lot, has EU safety thing, Real will have nothing My Real helmet I bought two years ago that I'm using now is ECE R22-05 rated, which is the European rating standard. Should be nearly equal to Snell in terms of safety and possibly a bit better too than a DOT rating. Edited yesterday at 12:12 AM by WingNut Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingNut Posted yesterday at 12:16 AM Author Share Posted yesterday at 12:16 AM 1 hour ago, Ralf001 said: I have a Real Cyber full face helmet, it is Snell certified. Yes, looks like good value: https://s.lazada.co.th/s.oub6a Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingNut Posted yesterday at 12:21 AM Author Share Posted yesterday at 12:21 AM (edited) I'm thinking now that one option is I buy myself a new Real helmet that is Snell or ECER22-05 rated and then take the one I have now and change the insert to an M size from XL. Then women with smaller heads can wear my existing helmet for the occasional outing. So maybe I get myself a new Real helmet for around 3,000 Baht and changing the insert in my existing helmet from XL to M would probably be less than 1,000 Baht. Edited yesterday at 12:38 AM by WingNut Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WingNut Posted yesterday at 12:30 AM Author Share Posted yesterday at 12:30 AM 17 minutes ago, Ralf001 said: https://smf.org/cert Did you buy it directly from Real or buy it online? Looks like Real has their own store in Ramkhamhaeng: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Mf3DMZfVpqDRMJ9x9 I could probably try one on and get a new helmet there and then have them change the sizing insert on my existing one at the same time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralf001 Posted yesterday at 02:42 AM Share Posted yesterday at 02:42 AM 2 hours ago, WingNut said: Did you buy it directly from Real or buy it online? Looks like Real has their own store in Ramkhamhaeng: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Mf3DMZfVpqDRMJ9x9 I could probably try one on and get a new helmet there and then have them change the sizing insert on my existing one at the same time. Mai Tai Motorbikes Pattaya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubascuba3 Posted yesterday at 03:39 AM Share Posted yesterday at 03:39 AM 3 hours ago, WingNut said: Thanks, I'll have a look. I think I tried some on before for myself years ago, but couldn't find a good, comfortable fit. I assume they have since improved. Depends on your head shape i guess, my first Shark helmet was 1999, fitted great, same Shoei size Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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