Adventure Motorcycle Helmets - How to decide which is right for your head
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- There are different styles of motorcycle helmets for different kinds of motorcycle adventures. Bret Tkacs shows you what to consider when searching for a good adventure motorcycle helmet.
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Other commenters are also saying this, but just to reinforce: the Scorpion AT950 ticks the boxes you mention wishing for, Bret-- some dirt-type DNA with visor, extended chin bar, and big opening for goggles option, but the visor works well at speed and the faceshield also works well and is easily removable... and the helmet is modular. Also has built in sun shield. Like others have said, maybe the Scorpion isn't as 'cool' or high-status like the Shoei or Schuberth, but it works great. And comes in white flavor for risk reduction : )
What I like about this guy/channel is that he is short and precise.
Does anybody know MotoJitsu and his minute-long monologues with redundance as first priority?
This channel is a breath of fresh air in comparison.
I'm really surprised these videos don't have more views, this is excellent content and Bret is an excellent host.
Agreed. Please share our videos to get the work out!
Never had I seen a video that explains so much, so well in such a short time, and specially about such an important topic. BTW, definetly getting myself a modular helmet, for every day riding. Thanks.
I finally got myself the Schuberth E1. Absolutely love it. A fantastic modular dual sport helmet.
Agreed, best at everything, on and off-road.... Even use it at crazy speeds on my sport bike with no problems
Only ride open face. Hate a furkin mask too.
Modular Dual Sport Helmet: Scorpion Exo AT-950
Falih Ikram I was about to share model.
I have had one for a couple of years now and it is pretty good. The only thing that sucks is that you must remove the face shield to run goggles on it. Other than that, great helmet.
I have one and it's uncomfortable as hell compared to my Arai XD4. More versatile, yes...but my head hurts in it after 200 miles. I'm intermediate oval.
I came here to flog this helmet. It doesn't have the pedigree brand, but it's a fantastic lid for an amazing price.
Greg DiBernardo I run mine with goggles and don't remove the shield
Love your channel and wear an E1 Guardian here in the heat of Spain. Wore the E1 during the 2016 GS Trophy and touring all over Europe. My 1st was with a Cardo SRC and now with a Sena unit. Its the best thing i ever put on my head and proven the safest as i trashed my C3 in 2015 after going through a tree at 40mph and 100 feet down the side of a mountain. Oh I am a BMW Off roader, BMW Off Road Skills trained on the R1200GS and now an Advanced Instructor in Spain on an R1200RT.
Yeah I was cool once and had a matte black helmet on my black Ninja. All it took was being stuck in traffic one time for an accident in Tucson for an hour and I swore that I'll never own a black helmet again.
It's funny you mention the schuberth E1 modular adv helmet... I've been wearing one for the last 2 years and I don't know if there is a better helmet out there. It does feel a little big and heavy but it is and has everything. It modular, it has the sun visor that is removable so it turns into a straight road helmet, drop down shades, great regulated venting and I think you can fit goggles with it. ECE rated. I'm sure I'm missing some features but thats just off the top of my head... I've been using it as an extreme commuter helmet and haven't had time to really go out on a long road trip but its been perfect so far. $600 is a little on the steep side but you get what you pay for here.
This was so good. Thank you for explaining about the different helmet types. I’m a newbie and have heard of ‘dual Sport’ helmets, but hadn’t known what they actually are. I’ve not ridden for 30 years and things have changed.. All we ever had was a leather jacket (no protection pads) a pair of gloves and a helmet. All of the above chosen for price and not safety. Nowadays I’m looking for safe gear from top to bottom. Searching online has been like walking into a giant maze. Anyway, thank you for this. Now I realise that I need a Dual Sport Helmet!
I have a Schuberth E1 and I love it. Quiet and plenty of air flow. Just have to tame down the visor with some plasti-dip to tone down the vibes.
Haha, I bought a schuberth e1 myself for long distance adventuring as well. Works really well for all speeds with zero neck fatigue, along with probably being the quietest adv helmet in the world. I think Scorpion makes one of those adventure modulars as well, only other one I know of though.
Great video. Thanks for putting it together. Gotta agree, that E1 is pretty desirable!
Great breakdown! I have several "street" helmets and a Bell MX-9 for off-road use. The Bell came with adapters that allow you to remove the visor with minimum effort and I do this if I plan to ride a long stretch of high speed pavement (the lid is surprisingly smooth without it, but still noisy). Their system uses the shield pivots, and it's a little awkward what with three screws, some washers, and spacers...I think the latest Shoei and a few others attach the visor separately making removal and re-installation pretty easy.
I have a C3 and love it. I wear sun glasses with correction and polarized lenses, it does not play well with the visor. The ploarization + plastic makes for a weird view. So i painted the visor pitch black. This way I can lower it just a bit to cover the sky over my glasses and cut the glare. Obviously, I never lower the visor all the way down! I love the fact that the visor can be lowered to any height and is not spring loaded up or down. Other nice thing, its about the only h elmet that will fit my large oval head. I could use better ventilation however.
Digging the brushes, great drumming. My two favorite things, drums and bikes. BONUS! Update: Cowbell @5:39!
I have a Scorpion modular dualsport helmet. You can get the flip off the helmet removing the screws if you are on the road. You can leave it on the helmet going offroad. And I can flip the chin part like a dualhelmet even with the flip on the helmet if I ride through heavy traffic. The only downside of those helmets is, like you already mentioned, is the noise. Therefore I use custom made earplugs of Alpine that does the job. Without that be ready for tinitus. The Scorpion has a built in sunvisor. It does the job very well.
Dual sport helmet make you look cool on your adventure bike, however (from my point of view) modular helmets works better on most "adventures". Good channel, excellent videos.
@David Milton If you are involved on an accident nothing will protect you more than a full face helmet, that's for sure. When you are traveling crossing borders, stopping to ask for directions, drinking water, etc, a modular helmet (flip up) will make things easier, that was my point. Cheers.
I love my Schuberth C3 Pro, because I wear spectacles and having the ability to flip the lid is super convenient. The built in jet pilot sun visor is really useful given I wear prescription glasses and don’t want to have prescription sunglasses as well. Plus, it’s super quiet, and really well set up for Sena speakers etc
i know it's quite off topic but do anyone know of a good website to watch new movies online?
@Fisher Zavier flixportal :P
@Stefan Cade thank you, signed up and it seems to work :D I appreciate it !!
@Fisher Zavier Glad I could help =)
Just added the Touratech Adventuro Mod..... it's Touratech's version of the Schuberth E1. Couldn't be any happier!! Since Touratech is local to us, you owe it to yourself to pay them a visit!
...especially if you have $$$$. I'll stick with my Arai XD4...pretty much what the "others" are based on.
Arai XD4 in vision white frost. Pricey but comfy
I’m told you can wear goggles with the XD4 ... true or not?
The best helmet video i have ever seen
I've run Schuberth E1 for 4 years. I like modular and I like the slide down tint visor. No need for extra shields or screw drivers and all that mess. Not much space in front of your mouth. Very quiet due to the chin panel. I've never taken it off road and had to deep clean.
They all have trade offs...but after over 120,000 miles in last 5 years...I've settled into the XD4 Arai in White and Red, with the proper wind screen on my Tiger 800XCa.
Can you goggle the XD4?
@@TheRiderGuider Yes.
Having a long oval head makes it hard to find a helmet that fits. I have an Arai Signet Q that fits perfectly and it's my go to helmet, but it's a touring helmet, not a dual sport one. The XD4 fits well but I cant afford two Arai right now. Fortunately I found out the Bell MX-9 Adventure MIPS fits well too and I just ordered one, the price is very good. I'm looking forward to finally having a dual sport helmet.
Been using Scorpion AT950 never looked back!
You get a lot of helmet for the money on that one. The Schuberth E1 seems grossly overpriced in comparison
Just to add some dual sports with built in visor do support Goggles too should the rider want them. It might be an idea if the peak were made of a mesh type material then they could vent at speed and still provide shade during slow riding.
Great report, but no mention of open face I have been using open face with visor off road on road winter and summer, brilliant.
Geez I run a newer Bilt Modular helmet with integrated Bluetooth. Bargain of the century. Secure and comfortable. Internal sunshade, and I could never live without flipping it up in town. Never had a need for goggles on my GS.
Been using MX-9 for the ADV. Long road trip I started taking the visor off. I use motorcycle glasses for highway shield up, down, partially up or off.
Modular with drop down shaded visor for road touring bikes. Pinlock shield. Chin curtain.
Need to get some offroad goggles.
One sensible video out there .
Caberg tourmax modular duel sport helmet, I’m on my second one. Great helmets.
Great stuff as always Mototrek! I have two videos on my channel about the Scorpion AT-950, a more affordable and Modular ADV helmet.
Yes I was wondering why so many riders are into wearing ear plugs. Thank you for the helmet class. Even road riding in the Sierra Nevada and foothills the morning and afternoon turns often point you directly into the sun..like yesterday er hum so I thought a beak on my helmet would be good for that ie getting a dual sport helmet soon.
That helmet color (& other factors) study is really good, but it was published in 2004 and covers data from 1993-1996. Even in New Zealand, I bet the state of motorcycling has changed a lot since then - hopefully more studies like this get done!
I use the Scorpion ADX-1 on my Triumph Scrambler
I have a Nolan N44 - Basically does everything (6 helmet types) but all of them only very averagely. Great all-rounder. Super loud though - needs earplugs.
Great video! Answers all the questions i had as a newbie
Caberg has a modular dual sport helment, it's called Tourmax. ;-)
Scorpion's EXO-AT950 is a pretty solid modular dual sport helmet. Bonus points for internal sun visor.
Nice video.. thanks for making.
Best video so far
There are modular dualsport helmets on the marked..:))
So in the end the conclusion is u should get multiple motorbikes as well...
Absolutely! :)
I agree!!
Duh!
yes sir!!!
The only answer we need. Next!
Best modular dual sport helmet I tested so far: Touratech Aventuro Mod. It's redesign of the Schubert E1 with better airflow, style and the hability to use goggles
Sounds like a winner, Martin!
@@MOTOTREK I just bought a black helmet anything I can do, as I could be using in hot contries ?
Caberg Tourmax is a modular ADV helmet. You'll have to order from overseas as it's not DOT.
I know a chin bar is good protection, but got tired of wearing an oven on my head. I used to have (in the old days) a snap on motocross bill (visor) on my helmet to block out the sun when I drove into the evening sun. Can't get those anymore. One of my main grips about the louvers on top of the helmet is that they collect bug guts which are difficult to remove. I've priced a few of the dual sport helmets and they always seem to be out of my price range. I grew up riding dirt bikes with nothing more than bluejeans, hiking boots, and a t-shirt, gloves and a skid lid. Started off with a 3/4 helmet. Took lots of tumbles on it learning how to ride. Nowadays, I need a body helmet.
Excellent video as always. Thank you for your instructional generosity.
Awesome vid. Thanks. Cleared up a lot.
Always love your videos......Thank you again....
You're welcome!
High quality of information representation, as always.
Good joke.
You missed out on the Shubert E1 which summ up all the mentioned features.
I liked how you demonstrated panting inside helmet
"Roll on deodorant style helmet" Lol. My youngest brother had a helmet like that; we all called him Turtle Head when he had it on as it looked like he was wearing an empty turtle shell.
Good review! Would be awesome if you update for 2022-23 and add inexpensive helmets.
P.s. for some reason I found background music annoyingly loud
Tyre pressure for on and off road would be a nice topic!,!!
Iker Viramontes that one is on the list ;-)
U look good with that cool helmet
This red one is nice 😉
The AT-950 is a much cheaper modular dual sport helmet with a sun shield. I recently got one and have been happy. I did come from a budget helmet though so I would have probably been happy with anything.
Very helpful and very informative.
HJC C80 is a flip up dual sport helmets with removable peak/visor that comes with drop down sun shield. I love it and cost me half of what I paid for my Shoei hornet adv. The ventilation is also superior to the one on the Shoei. I have the bult version but not sure if available in America.
Thanks buddy Nice Info....
I have a Schuberth E1 and ride my R1200GSA both on and off road generally with the beak, which you failed to show or mention in your comparison. One of my complaints previously about helmets like the Schuberth C3pro, which I also have, was the lack of a visor shade, more than the internal flip-down tinted visor. The E1 is excellent and I wear it exclusively even on lengthy road trips.
Thanks for the comment, Donald.
Matt this was an excellent presentation. Short Intro, excellent content, no extraneous words, interesting conclusion with more to learn about helmets if you need more information. If only all presenters were as thoughtful and thorough. Many thanks!
Scorpion EXO AT-950 > Schuberth E1
I actually sold my E1 after trying the Scorpion, better helmet for the price and you can use goggles for off road sections. Plus E1 has terrible visor rattle, even when locked in place
I say that as a Schuberth fan btw, my dedicated street lid is a C3 Pro
I like your red helmet.
Good evening, Just came across your RUclips channel and really like what you have to offer. I live here locally in Lynden Washington. about 2 1/2 hours north of you. I have not purchase a bike yet I am new to the whole thing but would like to get into it.
Te3aerial photography I hope I see you at my school someday www.pugetsoundsafety.com
Bret Tkacs I I definitely plan on it. I checked out the website you gave me it looks awesome. If I have more questions on your courses and other questions regarding motorcycle safety in gear is there a better way to get a hold of you since your local? Thank you again for your time. Tim
The most comfortable helmet you can find, followed by the lightest helmet you can afford. I have a bell star carbon fiber that is comfortable, light, and flows a lot of air. The transitions shield is icing on the cake. For short day rides (150 miles or less) I like to use my LS2 modular helmet. It is a long oval so comfortable for my head, but is heavy compared to the bell star. I don't get the adv helmet thing. Not very aerodynamic.
I love my street helmet .. dunno if i will swap it for a dual.. will give it a try ..
Hahahahah just like you I have one and sometimes more than one for all sorts of riding . best of all worlds.
great video! took awhile for the guy next door to stop drumming. :-D
A 200€ modular dual sport helmet : the Caberg Tourmax, which is a Caberg Duke with a visor, so it ranks 5* on SHARP testing.
I have that Scorpion thingy...works great. I also considered the Schuberth one. As it was the case when I tried a Schuberth about 15 years ago...still does not fit my head shape. So the Scorpion one it was (and that it is cheaper does not hurt).
Schuberth won't fit Bret either.
Great video. Thnx man 🙏🏽🙂
LOL Love your video :-), Thanks
One of everything!
This was the video I've been waiting for, yay! What you think of the windnoise of the Shoei X2 compared to the GTair on highway speeds?
earplugs are the best solution for the wind noise.
Motolover I know and I have, but I want to know how much of a difference it is befor I spend €500.
Most riders do not use them and just complain the helmet to be too loud. :)
Love the Shoei gtair. Without ear plugs, it's as quiet as my modular helmet with ear plugs on my bike. And has less buffetting
awesome
5:50 that's me with my closet full of helmets. I just bought another one this week 😂
I think safety is the most important. I got Schuberth C3 pro but now Im dissapointed about its SHARP safety test. The question is which helmet Bret is really use ;) Can we really say which helmet is the safest one? Greatings from Poland!
RE: modular.
I actually had a border agent make me remove modular helmet at ToW/Taylor crossing. Maybe he was looking for Voldemort..
Modular dual sport helmet: Caberg Tourmax
I think calling them Peak and Shield and internal sun...something... is the only way to avoid the Visor/Visor/Visor confusion.
Agreed. I tend to refer to the visor as the "bill" like on a cap.
I've had a Schuberth E1 for 2 years now, great helmet and the visor installs and removes in under 30 seconds. But at 4+ pounds I wish there was a carbon fiber option in modular dual-sport helmets (are you listening KLIM?)
I wish it were so easy to get all those helmets...
Hi, are you recommending ear plugs for hearing protection?
Any plans to visit Bavaria, Southern Germany? Would love to meet up.
hey, Thank you for your review. What would be your thoughts on selecting a helmet for the adventure type of touring in Africa, which I am trying to prepare my kit for. Advance thanks.
There is at least one dual sport modular helmet, the scorpion AT950
And the Schuberth E1 (as noted in the short in-between frame at 4:59). Scorpion also makes one I think.
LS2 also makes one
Thanks. Seems more in my price range.
:D "roll on deodorant helmet" :D
Dear Schuberth, send them helmets plz :D
I second that
Love your stuff How about a glove vid ?
Bobby Hayden what do you want to know?
types, use, function ...What you use , materials , tests
Noted
I do enduro MTB so I have goggles already, so I think I am gonna get a modular one, so I just lift up thr chin piece and get my goggles on, for the dust on the mouth you can just wear a bandana. How's that sounds?
I think I know the answer just by looking at the intro
Wait, can someone tell me the white vs black helmet part, i didn't quite catch it. So the black helmet is safer than white?
"Compared with wearing a black helmet, use of a white helmet was associated with a 24% lower risk (multivariate odds ratio 0.76, 0.57 to 0.99). Self reported light coloured helmet versus dark coloured helmet was associated with a 19% lower risk. "
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC387473/#!po=1.16279
You neglected to mention the subject of helmet weight.
Is that pelican cases on your bike ? could you explain how they are mounted ?
Hi guys, I've seen that many time the modular helmets are described as less secure compared with a full face. How far are they going down in terms of protection? In my specific case, I ride a F650GS and the speed around 100km/h, more or less.
Isn’t there modular dual sport helmets tho?
So I need more helmets and more bikes. Ok cool. I’ll be right back I’m
Going to tell my wife this... Haha
Forget the Helmet...where do I get the cap!!
hahaha....have 'em all