dotcom Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 Anyone know any shops that stock the full range of "Real Helmets" ? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Guns Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 The website has a list of dealers. It seems to only be in Thai http://www.real-helmets.com/content/?page=Dealer〈=en Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinLOS Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 I tried one on but the local agent was being difficult about ordering one.. Emailed them.. Paid by ATM.. Helmet here in post a couple of days later.. Good service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrbkk64 Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 How do REAL helmets get tested? Are they as good as Arai, Shoei etc. or are they closer to the free ones you get when you by a moped in terms of safety/quality? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinLOS Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 They are a mile better than the cheapie stuff, better than any index or domestic type brand I have seen.. tho I wouldnt think they are up with Arai / shoei / etc.. About as good as low / mid end western brands I would say.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neverdie Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 Thanks dotcom, one of these stockist's isnt too far from my joint, so I think I will get down there & check out the sizing for my big boof head. Might tie me over until I get another shoei lid back in oz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dotcom Posted March 10, 2009 Author Share Posted March 10, 2009 For the price they are unbeatable. Perfect for the girlfriend. They have a removable liner like a HJC. Cost around 1000 baht. Don't know what you are thanking me for - I still don't know where there is a dealer. Not buying off internet either, want a test fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neverdie Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 I'm thanking you because you got the list up. I'm not buying off the internet either until at least I know which one of their lids fits my head size. They have a special until the end of this month, the helmet thats normally 1450 baht is 800 baht, so it would be good to pick one up this month, if one was to get one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinLOS Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 For the price they are unbeatable. Perfect for the girlfriend. They have a removable liner like a HJC. Cost around 1000 baht.Don't know what you are thanking me for - I still don't know where there is a dealer. Not buying off internet either, want a test fit. I tested their sizing but local dealer was a pain about ordering me a different color / model.. Their thainess of service made me order online and it was painless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wjmark Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 I have two - just bought a half-face yesterday. Lots of places carry them in Chiang Mai. The SEEM to be well made. Nice finishing - logos and everything are painted on under the glaze (no stickers). They SEEM strong, and they are very comfortable - even the chin strap is comfortable. They SEEM much better than the Index and other Thai companies... I hope they are as they seem! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaoz Posted March 13, 2009 Share Posted March 13, 2009 Just got a Real Stealth yesterday. Looks like they're the ones that come free with the purchase of Kawasaki Ninjas. So far, so good. It is actually cooler and more comfy than my old half-face helmet from Tesco Lotus! But then again, was it cooler today?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basjke Posted September 1, 2009 Share Posted September 1, 2009 I tried one on but the local agent was being difficult about ordering one.. Emailed them.. Paid by ATM.. Helmet here in post a couple of days later.. Good service. Same problem here.Tried one at a local shop but has only sizes L XL XXL,thos little thais must have big heads,and is reluctant to order a medium size. Been to the website,no phone number published,contact page shows up but doesn't function,email address also not published. Do you have phone number or so to contact them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinLOS Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I had super fast responses from [email protected] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basjke Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I had super fast responses from [email protected] Thanks for the reply will use that email address to contact them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basjke Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 Maybe little of topic but I have brought previously several (expensive)helmets from europe only to find out that after about 1 year they get useless here.Because the lock is full of rust and more important the sponge like material that covers the Styrofoam inside the helmet turns to dust which in turn sticks on your head but also makes that the helmet gets to big. Someone a solution against this.Have thai helmets the same problem or have they a prevention against this symptoms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackcorbett Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 What about the semi full coverage and full coverage helmets one finds in Honda shops around Pattaya that have the Honda name on them? These seem a lot better than the freebies one gets when he purchases a new motorbike yet they are not nearly as expensive as the big name brands one buys in the U.S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBikeBKK Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 What about the semi full coverage and full coverage helmets one finds in Honda shops around Pattaya that have the Honda name on them? These seem a lot better than the freebies one gets when he purchases a new motorbike yet they are not nearly as expensive as the big name brands one buys in the U.S. Look closely and you'll see that most of those helmets are cheap Index or other cheap brand helmets that do NOT meet DOT standards. The only Thai brand I know of that meets DOT standards is REAL brand. Kawasaki sells Kawasaki badged REAL helmets. Can someone check and tell us what brand the Honda badged helmets are? Happy Trails! Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basjke Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 What about the semi full coverage and full coverage helmets one finds in Honda shops around Pattaya that have the Honda name on them? These seem a lot better than the freebies one gets when he purchases a new motorbike yet they are not nearly as expensive as the big name brands one buys in the U.S. Look closely and you'll see that most of those helmets are cheap Index or other cheap brand helmets that do NOT meet DOT standards. The only Thai brand I know of that meets DOT standards is REAL brand. Kawasaki sells Kawasaki badged REAL helmets. Can someone check and tell us what brand the Honda badged helmets are? Happy Trails! Tony The honda helmets have a index label stitched inside. Visited today 7 shops that stock Real helmets,not one could offer me a medium size,a flood of xl and xxl available. Didn't know that the average thai had such a big head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prepress Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 Same problem here.Tried one at a local shop but has only sizes L XL XXL,thos little thais must have big heads,and is reluctant to order a medium size. Intersting. Normally all helmets at Tesco or Carrefour only have S and M sizes. So, I complain why they not stock for Farangs, only for small Thai heads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Netfan Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 I bought a small Real for the gf a few months ago - small shop on SriNakarin, just before Onnut. I could probably find it on Google Earth if you want. The shop owner said there is only one size, they change the thickness of the padding to change the size, so he ordered thicker pads from Real. Took 4 days. He would not order another color though -even though we said we'd pay upfront. First dealer we went to is on Phayathai near Big C - he wouldn't even take the helmets off the shelf to try on!!! Even the gf couldn't believe that one. And then they are amazed when you don't buy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinewave Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 according to a few places i talked to, the helmets they receive are what is given to them by the manufacturers - they cannot select which ones they receive. i got my helmet overlayed with carbon fiber. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaicbr Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 Netfan.. Real use 2 sizes for the helmet shell. and then yes they change the lining. And the best place to buy them is at the bike shows. Sinewave..you got your helmet overlayed with carbon fibre lookalike vinyl.........umm why? And are you sure that the adhesive is ok for helmet shells. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinewave Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 i'll bet you 100k baht its real 8 harness satin carbon fiber, you up for it?...put your money where your hole is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaicbr Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Well then big boy as gambling is illegal in the Kingdom of Thailand i'm afraid i cannot 'put my money where my hole is' . Tell ya what though post some pictures of your fantastic creation. Or are you all talk and no trousers. Also what brand helmet is it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeaceBlondie Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Shall we lower the anger level here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinLOS Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 i'll bet you 100k baht its real 8 harness satin carbon fiber, you up for it?...put your money where your hole is. When are we going to have our literbike v auto scooter drag race ?? What is an '8 harness satin' ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaicbr Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 (edited) Livin. i googled it and the 1st description is '8 Harness Satin Weave Carbon Fiber Fabric/Cloth 60" 3k 10.9oz. This fabric has a width of 60", tow size of 3k and is woven in a 8 harness satin weave. This material has a very unique visual appearance and is a medium duty fabric for quick buildup. This material also provides high strength. Thickness .018". AND 'To harden the raw fabric into a usable form, you will need the appropriate resin or epoxy for your project.' I'm still not sure how the resin or epoxy would fair with a modern helmet shell. Sorry Peace.. It always seems to get out of hand when Sinewave can't put up with a bit of joshing. By the way Sinewave still waiting for the pictures. Edited September 4, 2009 by thaicbr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinLOS Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 So are we saying hes just had some carbon cloth pasted onto the outside of a normal helmet ?? Epoxy bonded !! Superb.. Bet thats done wonders for its design !! Why hasnt someone told Arai about this idea !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Netfan Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 ^^^^ :D :D ^^^^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinewave Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 (edited) adding layers of CF and kevlar to the original would only make it stronger...adding a further layer of honeycomb would increase impact dispersion even further. tell you what, i'll ride with my helmet and you keep your ABS plastic helmets...when you lose it and smash the concrete head first remember me when your in the ambulance. it appears Arai already makes them, as well as a few others, i bet your wondering why you didn't search on the net before opening your holes http://www.peepculture.com/arai-gp-6rc-carbon-fiber-helmet/ http://www.luxurylaunches.com/transport/ar...sh_for_5000.php http://www.likecool.com/The_Arai_GP_-6RC_H...cycle--Car.html http://www.motorcycle.in.th/article.php/Ca...ts-More-Comming any last words? Edited September 4, 2009 by sinewave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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