Top 5 Best Helmets under 12k for Adventure touring in India with Highest safety and Comfort
While helmets are essential for commuting and general rides, adventure touring necessitates additional features to ensure rider safety and comfort during extended journeys.
First things First:
No matter what helmet you have there are few essentials which is must
- ECE 22.06 or Higher safety mark.
- Well fitting size of helmet ( Not so tight , not so loose ).
- Good wide vision from Visor view.
- D Ring or good rated chin strap
- Ventilation for Anti-Fog and Provision for Pinlock.
Must haves for Adventure Touring Helmets:
- Good Aerodynamic performance.
- High Comfort and Noise Reduction.
- Dual Visor
- D Ring and Emergency Liner Puller.
- Ventilation Vents.
Below are the top 5 Helmets available in india under 12000 INR.
- LS2 Strom 2 , 11,000 INR ECE 22.06 Link
- MT Thunder 4 SV 12,950INR ECE 22.06 Link
- LS2 Stream 2 , 7100INR ECE 22.06 link
- MT Thunder 3 ,ECE.05
- Axor Apex ECE 22.06 link
All the helmets are ranked above based on Best experience and quality of Materials with Fit and Finish.
LS2 Strom 2 stands out due to several key aspects. The quality of the helmet and materials used is unmatched compared to others on the list. It is super lightweight, and the biggest win is the excellent low wind noise levels at high speeds with controlled wind shake. The liners are extremely comfortable, featuring a large nose strip to control fog from your breath.
Other features : Pinlock 70 comes standard with the box which is worth 3k, Liners are completely removable and washable. the chin cover and thick paddings almost seal your head into the visor like a Moto GP helmet.
MT Thunder 4 SV is a good alternative to the LS2 Strom 2. While it features a lightweight shell, it's slightly heavier. The aerodynamic performance is good, and it boasts comfortable padding and liners, matching the Strom 2's sound and noise levels.
Other features : Pinlock 70 ready, removable liners, and additional vents.
LS2 Stream 2 is a good budget-friendly alternative to the Strom and Thunder4. The highlight is the emergency removable face side liners with pull tabs, a very good addition. While the liners and foam are not as comfortable as the top two, it performs well, and the ECE 22.06 certification is a great value, especially considering LS2 is still imported from its factory in China.
Other features : Dual visor, Emergency pull tabs for liners , Pinlock 70 ready.
MT Thunder 3: This helmet has an ECE.05 certification, which is slightly outdated. However, the MT Europe website indicates a SHARP 4-star rating. While the stock available in India for 2024/2025 is manufactured domestically and lacks the SHARP rating, it remains a good value for money, boasting superior graphics and style.
Other features : Pinlock 70 Ready , Dual vents, Dual sun visor ,, Visual Spoiler addon.
Axor Apex: This is a truly Indian made marvel , ECE R-22.06(Europe) DOT FMVSS NO. 218(US) along with ISI makes this good choice for Budjet friendly Helmet with safety.
Vega and Axor fall under same Mother company, this APEX model comes with all types of variants and graphics options. there is also a Bluetooth integrated helmet under this model for 7800 INR.
Making this a clear winner on Budget catogory.