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- Why Buy Arai Helmets?
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When I think "high-end helmets", the brands that come to mind are Arai, AGV, Bell, Shark and Shoei. Comparing these brands over the last few years, all of the brands mentioned have released new, ground-up designs except one: Arai. For me it looked like Arai was being passed by their competition because they had not followed everyone else and released their own "all-new" design. Why hasn't the motorcycle helmet industry leader that introduced their first Arai RX-7 Helmet in 1977 delivered a new shell shape like everyone else has?
In this video we show all the RX-7 / Corsair Helmets that have been imported into the US, anyone can see how similar they look to one another. At a glance it looks like a lack of progress from Arai. The reality is this represents their commitment to building what they feel is the best motorcycle helmet in the world. For Arai Helmets, the Shell Shape is the foundation of everything they do. Arai Helmets all use their Round R75 Design built in the organic shape of the human head working to maintain a relatively uniform thickness at all points.
Over the years Arai has constantly refined their design to improve rider safety and comfort while staying true to their core principles. They have collected a ton of data since the first RX-7RR3 came to the US in 1996 which has been used to make advances in both rider safety and performance. Radically changing the shape would make much of the data they have irrelevant. Making a helmet that performs in a real world motorcycle crash takes more than just passing a helmet certification test.
Arai is Family Owned and Operated, with no board of directors to answer to. Each Arai Helmet is hand built in their own factories in Japan by people who take great pride in producing what they believe is the best motorcycle helmet in the world. These facts allow Arai to stay true to their core philosophy without interference from outside investors focused more on corporate profit than the products they produce.
Passing a certification is a great place to start when you aim to make a safe helmet that performs well for the rider. Having 22 years of Relevant "Real World" Data to help achieve that goal is something only Arai can do. This my friend is the Arai Difference.
Is Arai the Best Motorcycle Helmet in the world? I believe there are a lot of great helmets available today and Arai is one of them. With that said I also feel their uncompromising pursuit of perfection sets them apart from their competition. With Arai you get more than just a helmet, you are getting everything they have learned in their 50+ years spent leading the high-end helmet industry.
- Brian Van Owner STG
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"You need to dress for the party, just in case you get invited." - STGVan 😂 love it.
Thanks for watching! - Van
I had a massive crash in 2015, landing head first on the road at 120 kph and I had absolutely no injuries, memory loss or anything like that. I'll stick to Arai as long as I ride.
Max Verstappen used arai his entire career. Used a schuberth for 1 day and made the switch. Schuberth is a brand that understands that helmet safety is more than just impact protection.
@jason490 correct, it is very far ahead....
@Mike W Shoei or Schuberth for me...:D. In 2008 Felipe MassA got hit in the head by a 800 gram sping falling from an other car. He hit it @ about 250 km/u....the Schuberth lid did a great job!
THANKS, I am shopping im sold before I read this, its good to hear you didnt get any injuries at such a high speed crash,,
Lucky man... ride safe
My Arai undoubtedly saved my life when I ended up on the losing end of a Honda Pilot and high-sided. No concussion, no headache, no head injuries whatsoever. I was also wearing Motoport gear. All told, I walked away with a couple of small bruises on my back and a really stiff neck. Buy the best gear you can afford. It's worth it!
Thanks for taking the time to share this! - Van
You convinced me. Possibly saved my life.
It says something about a company that puts its foot down and says "we dont want to go public, because we dont want people telling us to cut corners to save some money here and there." Safety is at the forefront and is the focal point. Its not about going fast, being pretty, and being the flashiest lid out there. I was torn between an RF1200 and a QuantumX.... I popped the QX on and Didn't look back. All I had to do was tune the cheek pads a touch and it was good to go... Wanting to pick up a CorsairX for track use next. Thank you Arai.
They are the best in the game.
Its says something when they wont test a new design and they think the only way is on a human being. Dumb asses
Totally agree. I bought my first Arai after I saw Shinya Nakano have a rear tyre blow out at the end of the straight at Mugello in 2004. According to the data he was doing 196mph and his head hit the tarmac multiple times. Yet he was still able to walk and talk afterwards (albeit in Japanese). I don’t have a $100 brain so I don’t wear a $100 helmet
Lies again? Harvard AIA Money
Arai is the best. I watched that practice live and i was so shocked that shinya walked away even though he got leg injury.
When my friend and I first got our bike license, we went shopping for helmets. I saw all the beautiful looking HJC's for $300 (CAD) which I ended buying, and my friend chose to buy an Arai. He paid $1100 for a plain grey one, and I thought he was so stupid to buy that helmet just because of the name! He was kind of like that with everything.
One day, I borrowed one of his bikes and I didn't have my helmet, so he lent me his Arai. OMG, that's when I understood! It was so much lighter, and more comfortable than my HJC, which would make my neck sore and the inner pads were hard like rocks. Not only that, but when I took it on the freeway, I couldn't believe there was zero helmet lift! My HJC would always felt like it was going to fly off my head, if it wasn't for the chin straps. The shield would also stay in place no matter where I positioned it! I could never crack the shield open at any speeds on my HJC without it flying open. The day after, I listed my HJC for sale, and ordered an Arai.
Thank God, I made that decision. Because on my first get off, I hit the side of my head on the concrete so hard, that I bounced all the way back onto my feet. My side pod was smashed to pieces, and my visor was flapping around, but I walked away without even having a headache. Thank you Arai, and I am a customer for life. Nothing but Arai for me again, ever.
Where did you find a $300 hgc
arai all the way!
@@joshhuoabski3278 This was quite a few years ago (2004) so all the HJC's here in Canada were about $300. I loved the look of them because they had so many different colors and designs.Maybe they've improved since then, but I'm staying with Arai.
What you expirenced was the difference in cost not brand.
Same experience for me with a Shoei rf1200! Except the crash part
You got me, man. My next helmet will be Arai Again.
"You need to dress for the party, just in case you get invited" Love that line!
I was torn between an Arai and a Shoei. Damn the Arai was the most comfortable helmet I ever wore. I ended up getting the Shoei rf-1200 because I liked the look a little better then the Arai Quantum-X. Also the Shoei had the option to get a full face shield that was photochromatic, while Arai only offered a photochromatic pinlock insert. Only needing one shield to use during night and day is awesome.
Shoei makes a great helmet and you should always buy the product that best suits your needs. Enjoy the RF-1200, you have a great helmet. - Van
Shoeis are amazing as well. You picked a good one!
That what I got too.
When I first started riding, I had a cheap AGV K3....then another AGV model (one step up from the K3) and then a Shoei RF1200...and finally moved to an Arai, it makes a world of difference! The quality is unmatched! Now I own a Signet Q, Corsair V and last week finally updated to a Corsair X! Not putting anything else on my head!
JUST bought a Corsair X this morning! Partially based on this very video! I really enjoy your content, and I use your review videos when considering what piece of gear I want to buy. I truly appreciate the way you give honest reviews and the fact that you refuse to sell your customers subpar products just to make a profit speaks VOLUMES on your integrity as a businessman and as a human being as well. Keep up the great work. I will always look to your channel for reviews and I certainly have plans to purchase from your business as well.
Thank you for your kind words and for watching! - Van
Arai is hand build, there is a documentary about this family owned business here on RUclips, and it shows why the price is that high, it’s not machine made! And lots of hours work in it!!! IMO nr 1 helmet!!
Exactly the same with Shoei, each helmet is handmade
link?
iamneallyons ruclips.net/video/zWIM7eE-hp8/видео.html
Don’t be fixated on “hand made”. Most brands are “hand made” scorpion, hjc, ls2, agv, all involve hands on manufacturing.. but Arai and shoei set themselves ahead due to their QC and materials. That’s why you’ll be paying $300 more for them not because of so called “hand made” it’s about the quality of the build, there’s heaps of Chinese Solely hand produced helmets in the market but believe me you wouldn’t want to touch them. Check out aliexpress, there’s heaps of Arai/shoei rip offs
@@theJACKSON10 i dont think so. shoei's helmets are pretty much factory made these days. The only helmets that are handmade, arai is the only one left if not mistaken.
Here in India, most riders don't prefer Arai for the high price they're available at. But those who do actually live by it. I had this huge confusion when I was looking for a new helmet. Was torn between AGV and Arai. And the the Arai fit me correctly. Got the 2014 Nicky Hayden Sepang Circuit Corsair-V helmet. And till now, I simply love the helmet. It fits me just perfect. So comfortable that I've worn it for 7 hours at a stretch.
And never ever will wear anything else !!
Arnab Chowdhury love from India, I’m getting an arai for myself too👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 I hope that the shitty isi mark only crap considers foreign standards. If the cops catch me with this lid, I’ll tell em this is bought from the equivalent of half a year of your salary.🤣🤣🤣jk. I believe in arai. Just that😉. I hope degenerates don’t steal my lid
Madinga Hmar Tell them it's Arai. Certified by Arai - Automobile Research Association of India. 🤣
Arnab Chowdhury sure thing 🤣🤣🤣. I hope the cops know what ARAI is🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻
Same in philippines. Too expensive for us.
Sir ji, I'm from India too. How do i get genuine Arai online?
I rode with my first arai for 4 years and it was great.
Put on a brand new one recently and it was like sitting in a $100,000 car. As in, I actively did not want to take the helmet off because it just massaged every surface of my face so luxuriously. I can appreciate sticking with a technology that works.
I'll always wear Arai (I only ride on the street)
Your passion sure shows Sir. I’m 51 been on bikes my whole life.. mostly a Shoei user. Bought my fist Arai last year... I think it’s the best helmet I’ve ever worn! Thanks for the hard work👍🏻
You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Brian Van
been riding bikes for 30 years and Shoei are far more comfortable, affordable and quieter
@@Drobium77 if you’ve been riding that long then you already know both fit a different shape head. If Shoei is right for you.. ROCK-IT
@@RiskIt007 i know you're right 😛
@@Drobium77only if they fit.
Shoei helmets even appropriately sized cause pressure points on my head.
Arai does not
I had a RX-Q that saved my life in a low side accident when I hit some oil on the street. I was so happy I pushed for the Arai brand when I got my bike. I will never wear anything else on my head. Now I am the manager of a motorcycle gear shop and I must say Brian hit the nail on the head. They go way above and beyond what is required and compromise nothing for your safety. Customers let me know how much they love their Arai. Sometimes I get a customer that lets me know how well it preformed when they went down and we talk about how great the helmets are as they purchase their next Arai. Dress for the slide, protect your head.
My boyfriend just bought me my first Arai as a gift and I can feel his love and care for my safety ❤
Enjoy that, Arai makes one of the very best helmets in the world. - Van
Will never buy anything other than Arai. My dad had a motorcycle shop for 25+ years, and saw plenty of crashed skidlids. It was the only reservation he made when I told him I wanted to start riding. I didn't flinch paying for my helmet, I only have one head, I'd like to keep it for a while.
The fact you have the possibility to put any lid on your son's head and you choose Arai, speaks volume.
Shoei is great also
Max is fortunate to have been able to start out in top level gear for sure. IMO it would be irresponsible for me to put him out there in gear I would not ride in. - Brian Van
I agree with you 100%, Shoei also makes a great helmet. - Van
Here today because of my Arai. 7 fractures in total and the helmets cracked in 5 places but I'm still here today because of it. Arai #1.
My mate still wears his SHOEI eventhough it has fallen hard over at least 6 times... cause its expensive. I just bought my fourth MT helmet (replace it after every crash or when it fell) cause it's cheap AND as save as Arai or Shoei. It has been SHARP tested and scored 5/5 stars. while there were shoei's and arai's that only scored 3 or 4 on 5 points... Secondly You cant say someone wasnt dead or heavily injured cause the helmet is good. Its also A LOT about luck...
Have been riding 26 years. Carved canyons from Japan to Angeles Crest and my favorite helmet for comfort and quality is Arai. I currently ride in a Signet Q and absolutely love it’s shield, ventilation, interior fit, durability, and its reputation for safety without compromise. I’ve owned Shoei, Bell, and HJC, and there’s nothing I trust more on my head than Arai.
Thanks for sharing. - Van
On my second arai. First one was a profile. My newest one I bought from you guys. Got a davide giugliano Corsair X. Absolutely love it. Will not compromise on quality when it comes to my head. Also last time I was at your store the arai rep was there and was chatting me up about buying a helmet and when I told him I had the Corsair he was nice enough to give me a ball cap. Score! Thanks for all the work you guys do at STG. Worth the drive from Canada!
Thank you for the business, most appreciated and you are more than welcome! - Brian Van
One of my subscribers sent me a Tatsuki frost Corsair x it come in tomorrow. I already have the visor for it. They told me they wanted me to have the best helmet in the world because they are big fans of my channel and wanted me to be safe . I was riding around with a 120 dollar Hjc! Incredible story
Enjoy your new helmet. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear I love it, I have the unboxing on my channel. Very impressive helmet
I have the Arai Corsair-V / Ducati Corse '14... awesome helmet. Also have a Bell Star Carbon. Good lid also, however the Arai is my goto helmet. The Corsair-V is so light and well balanced, you barely notice that you are wearing it. The Ducati 1199 Panigale Desmo graphics are Stunning!
Tried many too but keep going back to my Arai because it is the most comfortable for me (and the Arai Mimetic in digital camo looks badass).
Yo, Brian! Helmets, helmets, helmets! I was taking a Sports Bike Riders Course in 2009. During a portion of the training, where they teach students how to get past the fear of leaning, and to get your head down past your mirror, I took my first spill with direct head-to-concrete impact. I was at 40-45 mph on a serious left leaning angle, when the back tire slid out. From the impact, the left side of the visor to the center-left side of the helmet, as well as the left shoulder pad on my jacket were severely gouged. I’ve never had an issue riding with a helmet, but after that experience, I won’t ride around the block to warm the chain without one on.
Awesome video. Ironically I just got back from a bike shop with my dad who just bought himself that same helmet with hayden design. He just got back into riding from a 15 year break.
I bought my first arai less than a year ago and it didn’t take much for the sales person to convince me.
I’ve seen videos on how it’s made and what the whole company means to the family, it’s just marvellous. You managed to put it nicely in your video.
Good job man.
Thanks for watching! - Van
Bought my first arai in 1980. An ultralight. It replaced a 2 year old bell full face. Huge difference in comfort. Peripheral vision and weight. Haven't swayed from arai since.
Without question Arai makes an excellent helmet. - Van
Hello, very informative video. I used to have an old Arai that is the best I have ever had so far.
Then 10 years ago I bought a modular from Shoei and I have hated it since the day after. Because of the high cost I still have it. It's terrible for many reasons but the worst is that there is not enough space for the nose. Ok, ok I know my nose is big but I have never had that problem with any other helmet, even with the cheaper ones.
Now I've just bought a new bike and I guess is time to come back to Arai. I wasn't sure yet, but you convinced me.
Thank you and cheers from Italy
You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van
I had a massive off on my YZ450. Highsided on the landing of big Tabletop. Face first into the ground, followed by my bike. Arai helmet and Leatte neck brace saved my life. I broke 9 ribs, collapsed my lungs, had serious bruising around my neck and upper back from the neck brace absorbing the load from the helmet but no head trauma at all. I’m still racing and have just got back into track bikes - won’t put another brand of helmet on my head.
Sorry to hear about the crash and happy to hear the safety gear did its job. - Van
Brian, your videos are just fantastic. You clearly put a TON of time and effort into them and it’s really appreciated. Thanks. Keep up the great work!
Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave this comment! - Van
In todays day and age, information is so easily accessible, there is no reason not to research products.
1: research, research, RESEARCH.
2: if it aint broke, dont fix it. These big name helmet manufacturers are big name for a reason. Tried and true design and protection.
3: YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. Its better to save up and get a high end helmet than to pay a little for a cool looking one that "might not" protect you.
Is a few extra dollars worth the likeliness of saving your life? You decide.
Arai truly makes the best helmets. I've owned mostly signets, and one Rx7RR. I found that RX7 was pretty easy to change, but had owned older more difficult ones, I guess.
I was hit by a drunk driver, T-bone, and flew 30 feet forward, wearing an Arai Signet. At impact I was doing about 120 kph. No concussion. Zero head injuries. Didn't walk away though, compound fracture. Doh!
Wow your lucky to be alive.Thx for this testimony I just bought a signet this will be my first arai
@@mikeMcoa congratulations!
I had a bell helmet I bought from you guys it protected my head great when I highsided, I hit my head pretty hard. I bought a shoei RF 1200 from you guys this past winter, I'm very happy with it so far
Like Arai both Bell and Shoei also make some great helmets for sure. Thank you for your business, most appreciated! - Brian Van
Loved this video. I could tell you were being totally honest. Loved your final comment regarding your shirt, too :) I’m in the market looking for a dual adv helmet and I think that you just sold me an Arai. Thanks man, truly.
You are welcome, thank you for watching and the kind words. My goal is to help riders choose the best helmet for their budget and intended application. - Van
I bought my first Arai helmet in 1986 I remember putting it on my head and saying wow this is Quilty
ive still got a wes Cooley rep from must be around 84 ish don't use it of course but had to keep it !
I love arai, those are the only helmets that actually feel good to wear.
An Arai Wes Cooley signature series saved my life in a motorcycle accident where a pick-up truck ran a stop sign, i never remember seeing it. i was doing 45-50 mph. he kept going, but turned himself in 6 hours later.
Money well spent for sure. - Van
I’m alive today because of my Arai, I was hit from the back in pouring rain while riding my classic RD350. I don’t think I would be alive today if it wasn’t for my Arai. Owned pretty much all the high-end helmets there can be and no one builds it like Arai.
Thanks for sharing your Arai experience! - Van
I love your sense of humor dude-- made me laugh at the end.
"Let's say Aria decides to just totally compromise everything they believe in and it's all about the money, and they go build in another country. . . Those things would sell as fast as fresh doughnuts would from a bakery located right next to a police department."
Entertainingly well said.
Thanks for watching! - Van
this is by the best video from STG and unique video with good presentation. Honest opinion from you is obvious. Please continue doing similar videos which brings awareness to peoplle and boosts competition healthy way. Looking forward for more videos from such as this..Awesome job
Thank you for watching and the kind words! - Brian Van
This is really good motivation for always using proper safety gear. And of course using it right; always keep it clean, have everything fit right, have it be non restrictive if possible etc. & of course set it up (/adjust) it right; e.g. the chinstrap.
I had an Arai RX7 back about 2007. I was riding home from work going about 45mph a woman ran a stop sign and pulled out in front of me. I went flying over the hood of her car. The ambulance came and took me to the ER in Houston. No concussion. The ER Dr. Told me he has never had anyone come out of the type of crash I went through as good as I did. He was studying my helmet big time. He asked me about it. I told him I spent $700 on the helmet. He said i got my money's worth. He couldn't believe i didn't have a concussion. He was also a motorcycle
rider. It was sad to throw away the helmet but it had done its job. My Triumph was totaled. I just bought another Arai with my new Bike.
Happy to hear you came out of the crash all good. Thanks for taking the time to share this. - Van
I have 3 Corsair X’s. Best fit, comfort, air flow, visibility and graphics for the money. The only downside is the rear rubs a bit on my suit hump.
Got a fix for that, icon airframe pro. Arai is overpriced shit because the company is stubborn
That's the paraphrase of that video
buddy thanks for such a clear and simple Explanation " WHY BEST THINGS DON'T COME CHEAP", ENJOYED EVERY BIT OF YOUR KNOWLEDGE...
You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van
That Highside was brutal. Dress for the fall for sure. Van great video once again. Proper explanation, zero sales rubbish. Great stuff
Thanks for watching. - Van
This is a great and very informative video Van.
Thank you for watching! - Brian Van
Love my Arai, fit and quality worth every penny. Nice one Brian.
Thanks for watching! - Van
Thanks for this. I’ve had 6 or 7 Shoeis and nothing else. Got my first arai (Corsair x) mainly cuz I wanted a classic look with all the tech for my cafe style bike. This gives me peace of mind
You are welcome and thanks for watching! - Van
Lol that Donut comment caught me so off guard man I could't believe it when I heard " Police Station " . Too funny. Good stuff though. I actually just started doing track days and I brought the first helmet I ever owned which is an " Icon Alliance " and I had multiple expert level club racers tell me to ditch it to buy an Arai or Shoei and I could tell they were telling me not to sound cool but because it had some merit. I'm going to try some on this weekend and grab one. I use to think that as long as it said DOT on the side that they were all equal. But the more I learn the more I realize how wrong that is. Good video man keep em coming. You coached me through a chain install one point or another lol. Peace man
good video! dont compromise your head with lesser quality helmets stick with the leaders .. arai /shoei/agv/shark/etc
I've bought a Corsair Jolly Roger, the same as on the table, in 2008 and love the way it feels. It is an amazing helmet, the comfort is amazing. However, there was a problem with the shield change mechanism. I broke 2 of them, while I learned.
Now I ride with Shoei X14 (X-Spirit III in EU) and it is very different, better aerodynamics for sure, however I really want to go back to Arai. I truly believe that Japanese helmets are the way to go! Be safe guys.
Man, I wish I could afford one. The best I could find in my price range was a Kabuto Kamui. I love the fit, finish and drop down visor. But, I would love to own the Gold Standard. Great Vid.
Incredible Video. I really appreciate this historical/ research format. Could you do more of these "Deep Dive" videos? Maybe once a month. It was also incredible to find out Arai had no Board if Investors.
Feel proud for have a arai helmet
I didnt know the company was family owned for not bowing down to the corporate world . Kudos to them.
IMO that is a very important fact when you are trying to choose a new high end lid. - Van
Been watching your channel for a while. This video got me subbed. Solid gold info. Keep it up, brother.
Appreciate the support! - Van
another great video by the man in the tight shirt with the mildly athletic build. I love my Arai helmets, I got to say I never had an issue changing the shield on my RX7rr3 I could do it with the helmet on, I couldn't do that with my Shoei helmets (they are great) then Arai started changing the system and I would need to have the helmet off to change. With the latest system AVS I think it's called you would definitely need the helmet off, that's the only small ding I see with a great product.
Dude you almost worship it :D
I just realize that they mantain the same shape. Thanx 4 share dude
Dress for the party. Well put. Agreed.
Great video.
I was deciding between Shoei and Arai helmets.
Will probably go with Arai
Such an honest video 👏. I've been doing the fancy AGV thing but I'm seriously contemplating making the switch.
Thank you for watching. - Van
I equate Arai's approach to Occam's razor, simplicity at it's finest. I've struggled to find the right helmet over the years with my long oval head. Arai is the only manufacture who has something that works for me. Kudos to them to sticking to what they believe in and not building something flashy for the sake of it.
Shoei makes some great helmets too and spurs good competition for Arai. I tried a X14 and wish it didn't give me hot spots, it was one of the most aero dynamic helmets I've ever experienced. I could tell a difference in the shape compared to Arai on the highway, not that the Arai is bad by any means.
For sure both Arai and Shoei make great helmets. Thanks for leaving this comment, good information here. - Van
Interesting video and discussing. I'm Japanese and my place is close to Arai's head office. Arai is on top of my list and admire them for over 25 years same as Shimano. But when I saw the head office three years ago, I was a bit surprised because they were still like a small family owned factory. I also grinned at their ugly cheap small Japanese company cars. I felt like they were just doing their daily jobs which is trying to make safer helmets and it's not more than that. For me, it's funny because you guys are discussing about Arai who is just making crash helmets in Japanese rural area. But actually they are protecting human life especially like-minded dumb bikers in the world so they are doing great job!
I believe that Arai being Family Owned and Operated is an advantage for them because they are in control of their own destiny. Making helmets is not just about the money for Arai, it's about being the best at what you do IMO. - Van
I have been in two street crashes while wearing an Arai helmet, and bonked my head on the pavement both times. No head or neck injury either time. The visor tore off both times. Only Arai for me.
The donut shop next to the police station 🤦🏻♂️😅 I’m a combat vet who’s suffered a couple of concussions (IED’s what not) including blunt force trauma where I’ve split down to the skull. I’ve ridden in AGV and currently ride in a Bell Star MIPS DLX helmet. LOVE the fit. I took this riding season off to physically better prep for starting my first track days next year. So I’m currently just focusing on collecting the proper gear to start off. I think I was just sold on an Arai. Thank you so much for the info! 🤙🏽
You are welcome and thanks for watching. Thank you for your service. - Van
Hahahaha! Good morning! Yea, mine shirt is also too tight hahaha! I need to go to the gym and fix it... damn! :P and btw, I start on Shoei NXR, then Shark Race R-Pro, and now Arai RX-7V. Arai all day long :)
The last sentence of this Vid was the Best! 😆. I have an Arai and a Shoei, love them both.
I just love that you watched the whole thing man. I am with you, never heard anyone say they hated their Arai or Shoei helmet. - Brian Van
Sportbike Track Gear Hey, You worked hard for those guns 💪🏼
Crashed at Jennings.. Thats literally where Im headed to next month, so that hit WAY too close to home. Glad ya made it out safe!
Happy to hear you were good and enjoy the next track day. - Van
Thanks Brother for taking the time to let us know the respectable heritage and authenticity of Arai helmets
You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van
I've always had ARAI the best or nothing
Arai saved me in 3 crashes i only use the RX7 since 1992 use it for 5 years then replace i did' crash
Great Review! Glad your friend is Ok ,that was Nasty!
Brian...you have one of the Most INFORMATIVE you tube channels...working SUPER hard for...every subscriber...every like...and...every comment! 100,000 around the corner!
Thanks man, appreciate the kind words for sure. - Van
"You need to dress for the party, just in case you get invited" Love that line!......Dress for the slide not the ride...
I own an Arai and bought it first because it fit so well. Have had it for about 5yrs now , my only complaint is that I can't find replacement parts for it. I need a new drop down visor and inner lining. Arai says go to the dealer for parts but if the manufacture doesn't sell parts then how the fuck would a dealer have them. I don't need or want to buy a new helmet.
That's my ONLY complaint with Arai.
We have a ton of Arai replacement parts on the site. If you do not see what you are looking for please shoot us an email to orders@sportbiketrackgear.com and let us know what you need. - Van
honestly after i got my arai i never look at other brand
Best fitting helmet I've ever owned. Got the first Nicky Hayden Replica RX-7 while I was stationed in Okinawa Japan back in 2003. Haven't had another Arai since due to the price. Out of my budget range.
My first Arai was the 1996 Aaron Slight edition.
(I was a 2nd year apprentice bike mechanic at a big Kawasaki, Honda, Suzuki dealership. The Arai rep gave us top of the range AUS $1000 helmets for $400)
I've tried Shoei but that suits a more rounder face.
Just bought the 2018/19 IoM...
love arai
As for the similarities between the designs, i see it like this, If it aint broke dont fix it.
Love Arai helmets… My Rx7 colin edwards laguna was amazing. Just purchased Rx-7v tt. Great review
Arai for sure makes one of the best helmets in the world. - Van
Thanks for the info. Really helped a lot. Good job sir.
Arai helmets achieve a pretty average score in the UK independent SHARP safety tests. Just three of the thirteen Arai models tested were given a maximum 5 star rating. Several much lower priced and even budget manufacturers helmets manage higher scores.
All of the latest Arai helmets either have tested out at 5 stars or have not been tested. Each of them use a very similar foundation so we expect them to test out at 5 stars. As the standards have changed over the years all of the helmet brands needed to make some changes to better manage the side impact tests. The latest side pod design from Arai tests very well in the side impacts. - Van
Jake Roth majority of tests say any arai is great while only one independent european safety firm gave it an average rating. Its not hype its fact
Jake Roth thats the point. Its supposed to fall off and break apart from impact so that the main outer shell doesn’t get snagged and twist your head in a slide
Only Arai for me, had 5 of them.
Well said. Even the entry level of Arai helmet has Snell certified. The Snell test is harsh, and passing the Snell test means the helmet can protect your head if anything happens.
Per Arai every model in their catalog is as safe as their Corsair X. Zero compromise with safety. - Van
I know I'm l8 to the party here, but it's not hype. Got hit by 2 cagers one spring day in 2001 wearing my Doohan replica Quantum F. Long story short while sailing through the air from impact 1 I planted my head in the fender of an oncoming cage (impact 2) pretty much head on. I was out,, but came 2 a minute later and was up and walking around within 5 minutes. I don't feel any dumber than before the crash. Thanks ARAI! R1 didn't fare as well. It was totaled. To this day I only wear Arai. I rock the Corsair X today and always plan to use Arai helmets because I feel like they've proven to me how exceptional they are. Even before that I was impressed by the helmet's fit and how quiet it was. I was the only one NOT wearing earplugs while riding. in my group
Happy to hear you are good and thanks for sharing. - Van
If I was built like you, you better believe I would wear my shirt too tight...at least around my wife ; )
When I went shopping for a new lid last year and it was always going to be between an Arai and Shoei. I was getting older and a bit more "mature" I guess. I tried them both and the one that fit the best was the RF-1200. I tried the Signet X but it wasn't quite the fit of the Shoei. If the Arai felt better I would have bought that instead. Both great helmets and worthy of your money. I'll never own a cheap lid again.
Thank you for considering Arai. We make three different shape helmets for different shape heads. Next time you are in the market for a helmet, please try one of our other helmet shapes to see if you get a better fit.
I'm a long oval and I tried on the Signet X but the cheek pads weren't big enough. I like a snug fit and I didn't get that from the Arai.
There are 6 different thickness available to fit a verity of faces. You can get them in sizes from 15 to 40mm thick.
They are light, comfortable, hand made and look good. I have a vector 2 its great.. Unlike some brands who make a one size fits all shell and fill it with padding, that look big on a small frame, Arai shells are sized to the exact fit.
About to buy my 3rd. Had a Shoei. It was a good helmet, but Arai fitted way better and you end up feeling safer.
I've only had HJC and Nolan so far, i'll give ARAI a try next time.
"Looked like a tryout for spaceX" LMFAO that was a good one
That was one hell of a crash for sure. - Van
Very valid and good point made about buying quality gear. Years ago while I was racing motocross I was standing with Robbie Marshals father. He described the differences between top quality helmets and HJC is I need to decide if I have a $100 brain or $700 brain and I've been wearing Arai helmets ever since.
Nice!
"How much does your brain cost?" It would be a great advertisement for helmet brands
i can buy a cheap shit from alibaba, slap a 10000$ sticker but would you buy it?
Shinya nakano’s crashed at mugello’s circuit was worst and he still walked away with minor injuries. Arai Helmet is proven the best helmet out there.
Arai makes an amazing helmet. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear for sure mate. I’ve got 3 arai helmet and another one coming.
Shoei is top of the line personally then comes Arai. That's coming from personal experience, and Professional experience. Marc Marquez has gone down so many times in his Shoei, even holds the record in MotoGP for the fastest crash, and that Shoei helmet has always protected him!
Your logic is pretty hard to argue man. Actually got to talk a bit with Marquez and his brother before the Austin GP at the 55th Anniversary Party for Alpinestars. Cool kid for sure. I agree that Arai and Shoei both make great helmets, each of them has earned a faithful following over the years by making great helmets. - Van
they're both excellent helmets- i let comfort be the deciding factor when I bought my X-11, and have owned a Shoei since. Had the Arai fit my head better I'm sure I'd own one of those today.
Shoei is a great helmet, but it’s arai all day long mate. Good enough for formula 1, good enough for me. Cars, bikes, single seaters.. trusted and perfect.
Shoei is excellent helmet but Arai is the best.
There's no arguing to that fact good sir, its just the philosophy of how arai design their product, as round as possible as good as it can be in term of glancing any blow, you can really see any reviews from Revzilla and fortnine channel, they say the same thing for arai, it's just how they do things.
Shoei i also believe as an excellent helmet, and i also prefer the shape of the shoei, but with that shape, it only take one bump to hit the a part of the helmet and turn it into torque trough his neck and spine...
Safety Arai,Looks AGV!!!
AGV had chin cave issues for years in any accident where Arai does and never has.
I agree!!
AGV looks good on TV, they look huge on our heads. Even the GP-Tech only uses 3 shell sizes and as expensive as Arai and Shoei who use 5 shell sizes.
I have been using Arai helmets on and off for 40 yrs .
My first helmet was an Arai , it was a 17th birthday present from my parents , it had beautiful paint work with hand painted pin striping . This was before they introduced ratchet visors . I kept it until it eventually fell apart .
I had one of the first models that came with the venting in the visor (1990?) . It was not on my shopping list at the time , way too expensive , but I found one at a dealer's closing down sale for 1/2 price. I did track days , commuted , and toured with it , including numerous 12hr days in the Australian sun.I kept that helmet for years , much longer than I should have , again , until it fell apart. It was the quietest most comfortable helmet I have ever owned .
When comparing photos of that helmet to their models of today , the family resemblance is obvious .
Family and business commitments meant that I had to give up bikes about 10yrs ago , a situation I hope to remedy in the near future . I have used other brands , Bell , AGV , Kiwi , and Shoei , but my next helmet will be an Arai.
Thanks for sharing, Arai makes an excellent helmet. - Van
I been using arai since day 1. I've had different makes of bikes different brands of leather gear but helmets one .Arai is simply the best.
ur shirt isnt too tight bro. its just the fat and/or skinny people that dont go to the gym thats saying that. ROCK IT BRO ROCK IT
Thanks for that! - Brian Van
How can you argue with that? Just got my agv k3 which is not snell rated but DOT and i gotta say its a gorgeous helmet but my scorpion exo 400 5 years old but snell rated feels so much safer and 10 time more comfortable...uggh. Im no street Rossi but when nobody is in harms way and i have a chance to hurt myself being as safe as i can its probably safe to say that my 300$ k3 is not going to protect my head like a 185$ exo 400? FWIW i go to the gym 6 days a week and invented the extra medium shirt brother or you may have a year or two on me so dont want to take all the credit...personaly you could tighten it up a little more and wtf chics dig it 💪 muscles and wheelies equals a pretty fun life
Normally I am getting torn up because my shirt is a little tight. This is a welcome change for sure, I knew there were others like me in the world. - Brian Van President of the Smedium Shirt Club
Great Video, You convinced me. I shopped around for a defiant x and I found one for mid 500$.... I was going to get an Atlas 2 but you changed my mind.
Enjoy the new helmet! - Van
Great Vids Brian. I’m in the market for a helmet. I had been leaning towards shoei over Arai. Found this very interesting. I have only ever worn Hjc and entry level agv helmets.
Something I’ve noticed about people wearing Arai’s is if they crash and get knocked out but are then ok afterwards they quickly say “ imagine if I didn’t have an Arai on, I could be hurt bad” on the other hand if the person had the identical crash and was knocked out wearing a HJC someone would say “ if you were wearing an Arai you would have been fine”
Long winded I know, but hope it made sense. I have no doubt in the quality but all technology has moved on in the last 15yrs hard to think helmets shouldn’t have ???
Keep up the good work 👍👍👍
Makes sense, totally see where you are coming from. IMO any helmet that has passed proper testing offers a reasonable level of safety. Comparing high end helmets to entry or mid level the most notable difference will be the additional comfort and improved overall experience with the high end lid. The level of safety each helmet has to offer is very difficult to measure because every crash is unique.
Considering that infinite variable I feel the right choice is to buy the best helmet you can afford. Prepare for the worst and hope for the best by investing in a quality helmet that is backed with real R&D from a solid brand. There are a lot of great options available today, Arai is one of the best. With the shape of the Arai helmet being pretty much the same for many years they have collected a lot of real world crash data which translates well from one model to the next. IMO no other brand understands how their helmet performs in a live environment better than Arai.
With each new model Arai has introduced new materials and refined their design to move their helmets forward. The shape of the Arai helmets has changed very little over the years because they believe this is the cornerstone of their product. While the outside may look similar the inside has changed a ton.
Thanks for watching! - Brian Van