Dual sport or Street helmet - Which one is better?

[@motorcycleadventures]

If you want to learn more about the long motorcycle trips check the rest of the videos in the channel or by my book: "How to become a better long distance motorcycle rider" rtw-adventures.com/books-1.html

[@rumo201]

Only one 👍. Whats wrong? ...ok, I give you the second 😊. Good video

[@89wrobello]

Hi! You do very good work. I very like your chanel. I have one question: do you use a earplug? or any staff to protect ears against noise? I sometimes put in my ears piece of cotton wool. when I ride longer I have noise after trip and it is very annoying. cheers!!

[@yogeshavl]

I'm following up so many motorcycle channels on KZbin but, your information is really really helpful and grounded. Thanks

[@beo7929]

I first bought enduro helmet and I hated it, it's heavy and you start to have pain in the shoulders after riding some time, you freeze your face in the winter, the sunblocker pulls your head to the back in the road in high speeds thus giving you neck pain(which can evolve to a worse problem in your body) In January I went to Uruguay with my Bell M4R and it was good enough, not perfect but I made it better than with the enduro helmet. It has the problems that you say but for me it pays off. Sometimes, in the trip, it was hot as hell inside my helmet and I could barely breath, so I had to open the visor many times due the minimum space inside the helmet, but opening just a little bit was good enough. I don't have bluetooth mics but I can see this as a problem. Also I did not had problems in the offroad. In conclusion, I think that a >light< enduro helmet beats the street helmet in hot weather, otherwise I would stick with street helmets.

[@Tamilclan]

good info thank you

[@JDOG1337]

You make pretty good videos, but just a suggestion - Invest in an external mic or do something about the acoustics in your recording room... The low quality of the audio in these vids detracts from the great information you're sharing.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, I know. The problem is that I have to change the camera. The one I have doesn't have microphone plug. A good camera is about 700 euro. For this amount money I will make nice 10 days trip. I will do it as soon as possible.

[@transgenic2000]

Motorcycle Adventures ride on sound is just fine now worries. soldier been riding for long but never researched about helmets , today got a dual sport helmet. and searched this video good job.

[@motorcycleadventures]

I am glad you find it useful. Welcome back and don't forget - always ride safe!

[@buskmann]

Motorcycle Adventures U can use an external audio recorder, like a phone or something. Buy a more or less good microphone to put in it. When editing u get rid of the camera audio track, and replace it with the external audio track. Cheap solution! ☺️ Love your videos. Very informative. Keep it coming!

[@motolexx]

@@VideoNOLA good one 😅😅

[@johnwilliams3555]

Good on you mate , great vid. I have almost always chosen a helmet with a peak. When riding into the sun a peak will throw a band of shadow onto your visor. Through this shadow you will be able to see clearly. No flare, no scintillation. It is so much easier riding during that last hour of sun-up.

[@motorcycleadventures]

True.

[@heavyd9154]

I have been using a street helmet Full clear visor with an internal amber flip down half visor for long distant riding for over 30 years. Also I wear glasses. Most street or full helmets now have room built in for aftermarket bluetooth headphones and microphone systems. Glasses: you can find great frames that work well with the helmet and not worry about breaking them. Yes it can be hot. Again, the better the helmet the better ventilation. Better the helmet the lighter. Most have a winterization kit for your head, neck, and chin. Plus an anti-fog mask cover for the mouth air intake. You can buy anti-fog wipes or spray;Works great on all visors and glasses. No noise, no windsail or neck torque from the wind. Easy riding

[@KevinJohnson-jc9ju]

bottom line is wear a helmet that protects your jaw(full face) ya the open helmet lets you cool down better but you may never eat a steak again.

[@JogieGlenMait16]

long rides need more comfort so dual sport helmets is recommended. this video sums it all up pretty nice.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you very much for watching!

[@jamespolucha6911]

Does the large visor catch the wind and pull you back???

[@MrBeatph]

I'm from Philippines and we have a tropical weather here that's why I bought just1 j34 dual sport helmet for daily use to work thanks to your video ride safe to us God bless

[@zepintoporto]

Hi, the J34 is ok on HighWay? Or is to noisy or push your head back? Thank you!

[@stephenkazmierski3795]

Agreed! My Tip: Nishua Enduro Carbon (Seller: Louis Motorrad) super lightweight (there's a non-Carbon Version too, bit heavier). It's a Enduro-shape (bit Shorter, but still Room to breathe on demanding Terrain), removable (2-step adjustable) Beak, sufficiently ventilated, Pinlock as a Standard and a removable Chin-Curtain for cols Days / Autobahn. What i like most about it, is the fit (nearly as comfy as an Arai XD-4) with my oval Head-shape. then the Weight (full Setup is 1270 grams!) Tested by a well known Magazine, as the impact-safest on the Line-up (couple of years ago), even safer than the above mentioned Arai! Roomy! enough space for Comfort and Loudspeakers, Mics, etc., whilst Fitting snugly where needed. Double-D Ring equipped! sufficient Visor-Verntilation even in cold and humid Conditions (whilst moving fast enough to ventilate of Course!) Cons: It's quite big! So for really fast riding or for the pure Looks, it's not yours. the Top-Vent is difficult to reach with the Beak on. The Chin-Strap is looooong! the Frontvent is not adjustable. It's bearable for Temperatures around 0° C, way below that, it get's really cold on your Face / in your Eyes. Certification: ECE 22.05, so it's all good. Further: The KLIM KRIOS Adventure is the same Helmet with a bit different (more modern-edgy) shaped Plastics (Beak and Spoiler) Prices: I Paid 299 € for my Nishua Enduro Carbon. Price as currently lowered to 239 € The KLIM KRIOS Adventure (at least in Germany) costs around 600 €! Hope that helps.

[@Raul.TravelSports]

Finally some (very much needed) 1honesty and real life experience. Thank you very much. It was a pleasure watching this.

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome anytime!

[@nizarimi]

"It need to be easy to forget in the case it gets stolen". Hahaha... one of the finest and "rarest" advice on motorcycle helmet. Simply means something that you're not going to regret or to mourn over it.

[@F.Krueger-cs4vk]

Purchased a full face shark helmet on ebay for 300.00 au. Front lower section pivots/ lifts up/over front screen which can also be lifted upwards becoming an open face helmet. 2 helmets for the price of one.👍🏻👌🏻 Great for hot days. Cheers from 🇦🇺.

[@russellborn515]

Just bought an adventure bike and have been considering a new helmet. You've pretty much convinced me I should go for a dual-sport, thanks!

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome anytime!

[@rijden-nu]

Flip face helmet every day of the week. And yes, the relatively expensive ones (Schubert, Nolan...) Not for nothing that professional riders like police (who wear the thing for many many hours daily!) mostly wear these. At least, in the Netherlands and Germany, where they put in lots of straight highway hours in near-perfect road and relatively forgiving weather conditions. Also, for the glasses-wearers among us, by far the easiest option do get on and off. Easy to take apart and clean. Then, about the pinlock. You don't just take out and scrub a pinlock :) If dust or moist gets inside the pinlock, either you applied it wrong or you have the wrong model (or one with a manufacturing problem or something). Or you lust let is sit for too long in hot or cold conditions which dries out or shrinks the little rubber line along the edges. Pinlock is freaking awesome, but yeah it's an expensive luxury and you have to watch it and replace it about once every year, two years or so.

[@motorcycleadventures]

I have to agree with everything you said. Thank you for watching!

[@Andreschannel_SA]

Great video. No background noise or music. Plain and simple facts. Of the more than 20 years I rode motorcycle, I have only once rode with a helmet without a peak. And that was into the sun. And that was the last time I made that mistake.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Trust_me_I_am_an_Engineer]

I like your channel and I agree that for the road, the street helmet is the best choice and the dual sport is the best for off road. I have always bought Shoei for comfort, quality. I can wear my glasses underneath and my current model is a Neotec 2 Separator . I shop at the best shop in Belgium and they will show you Exactly how to mount and adjust your pinlock correctly, so it seals completely and no moisture or dirt will get underneath. Yes, the pinlock scratches easily, because the pinlock is a softer material, so keep your fingers away and clean it with a microfiber cloth and cleaning fluid only. I commute to work every day for 1,5 hours all year round in Belgium : even on very long rides wearing my helmet has never been uncomfortable. I spend more money for a very good quality helmet, because I need to wear it a lot and I want to be safe and comfortable. Spending a lot of money on a good bike and then skimp on your gear and helmet? That's just plain stupid. Oh and I can breathe very well with the visor closed and the vents closed when it rains when riding on the street ( It's probably different for offroad when you are working on yr bike but who would use a street helmet for offroad? ) Keep your pinlock clean and even in winter it will not fog up. If mine starts to fog up , I know I have to clean it. If it fogs up in between , it needs to be adjusted and refitted, because that means it leaks somewhere or the soft sealing rim is damaged. Then you need to replace it.

[@Trust_me_I_am_an_Engineer]

The day I buy a Tenere and go offroad, I'll look up yr videos on dual sport helmets and I'll talk to guys who ride off road to see what their experience is. Drive safely !

[@ponchyponchy687]

Couldn't imagine that a standard helmet could be so inconvenient during long trip. I'm learning a lot . Thank you Pavlin

[@motorcycleadventures]

It's ok, but the dual sport is much better.

[@sujibkumarmondal]

Motocross helmets can create air flap effect on high speeds. I experienced it by myself. And I must say, it's a serious problem. I am amateur though. But still, I thought I should mention it here.

[@motorcycleadventures]

As I said in the video thy have very poor aerodynamics, but thanks!

[@sujibkumarmondal]

Yeah, just like that.

[@pranavchaugule1448]

If we cruising at 95kmph ..will flapping an issue??? ..( If wind is to fast it is not avoidable)

[@teneretraveller8980]

Open face for me with built in sun visor. I know not as good protection but I love the fresh air and it is so light . Disadvantage is it cannot lock to the bike with a cable, but overall I am happy.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, one of my riding friends use open face, because of that reason, but I prefer more safety. Thanks for watching!

[@boomdawg56]

I prefer the enduro style helmets when using full face helmets. For cleaning the visor, I use a micro fiber cloth. The microfiber cloth folded and used to brush dust from the visor doesn't seem to scratch the way cotton cloths or paper towels do. I have also had some success with a polish called Flitz. It is a very fine polish and I have used it on windshields and visors for years to clean without scratching. There is also a product called Micro Mesh for polishing scratches from acrylic windscreens in aircraft. It will allow you to remove some more serious scratches but it is a process that may take a few hours.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ron7202]

I want to press the play button on his shirt.

[@MilanGajicBuva]

Ron i actuLly did

[@beato-san2130]

Thank you for this information. Only a guy with a lot of experience like you would could give so helpful tips. You had several points I have never considered!

[@motorcycleadventures]

Glad it was helpful!

[@RollModel724]

I think this is one of those - what are you doing- situations. If you are just touring with some bad roads, I would want the safest and quietest helmet. If I was riding some serious trails, I would want the other helmet. Since I plan on riding slower and on roads that are not very challenging, I will opt to keep my hearing.

[@johntractor9799]

Love your videos mate. Your last comment on this one was that "it is just your opinion", on choosing a helmet. Why i like your videos is that your "opinions" are always backed up with real experience, and you give examples of how one or another thing either worked well, or failed during your own real adventures. Also your accent is great.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Well, I never talk on somebody else opinions, always have my own experience and then say whatever I wanted to say. Thanks for watching John!

[@thegodpharaoh79]

gotta love the straight to the point, no BS approach of the videos on this channel !! Great job!!

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks man!

[@21608617]

Thanks for the advice. I always thought that enduro helmets are for off road guys...but your points make sense. Thumbs up!

[@tomhenderson2575]

I guess what I would really like is a retractable visor on my modular helmet! Riding into the setting sun is really miserable.

[@oliverfuchs4357]

Just take a system helmet,so you can choose between ,open ,closed and with or without sunvisor.Always take a pinlock if you commute all year on.

[@frankstocker5475]

Airoh Rev fusion flip up, It's well made, does everything, great ventilation, right price & fits me perfect. You only got one head, buy a good helmet.

[@jcb0249]

I have a Nolan as well, and agree they are tight. I like Modular helmets for this reason, when you can complete move the chin bar out of the way it helps a ton.

[@fredericsoncini2792]

I agree with you. I drive a trail bike since twenty years and i learn lot of thinks on your videos. It s incredible .Thanks a lot from alp of france.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks!

[@Rockinbiker1946]

I might try a dual sport type in the future, but I do not ride off road. My long trips over the past 50 years have always been with a full face street helmet. I do not find the need for a microphone. My current helmet is a Bell with a transition lens, that darkens automatically in the sun and lightens on cloudy days or at night.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Whatever suit to you.

[@gcprost]

I agree that ventilation is very important. I have been on long road trips in the US and sometimes the temperature is over 100 F. A wide field of vision is also important. Comfort is linked to safety.

[@motorcycleadventures]

True

[@SachaBernasconi]

Modular street helmet for me. Try different brands and models to find the one that fits you best, including enough space in front of your chin/mouth. Very comfortable regardless of how many hours you ride, perfect for highways and streets, still works good off-road, in cities if you feel like it, just flip the front up and get more air-flow than an enduro helmet. If you pass through check-points, police or need to ask directions no need to remove it, just flip it up. Now for a 100% off-road trip an enduro or dual sport may be better, but for longer mixed trips I'll stick with a modular street helmet.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good, use it!

[@flburghardt]

Modular for me. I don't ride off road on purpose (BMW R1150R) and have some thousands of miles with a simple HJC helmet. Very comfortable and I love the integrated sun visor. The movable chin bar allows me to put glasses on before the helmet and I enjoy riding with the bar up at low speeds. I also have a small Wunderlich windscreen extender so I ride with the visor open unless it's super cold. Most of the bug splats end up inside the visor :)

[@motorcycleadventures]

If you like it and could afford it, of course.

[@flburghardt]

The helmet was something like $300 from Cycle Gear in the US so not too bad. No fancy features and I don't use a radio or bluetooth even though I'm pretty sure they can be installed with some minor surgery.

[@Prestonesfpv]

I have been driving with a Arai tour X for many years, no matter which bike, even on trackdays, it just suits me well

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good

[@andreasgkinos6720]

Nice video.I agree with you, I think a Dual Sport helmet is the only way for a long trip even if it has no off road at all....

[@glenjamin2703]

Very legitimate pros and cons for both so I guess I should have one of each 😊

[@tim8166]

Great video! It has really got me thinking about trying a different helmet. As Wind Talker said, I never gave dual sport helmets a consideration, because I figured they were strictly for off road riding. Thank you for the video!

[@niallsommerville9941]

Happy New Year. All good points, I prefer to use a modular, nearly all road riding of course. A great benefit is you can open it when dealing with border and other authorities, when people can see your face, they are happier to talk as one human being to another. Only a couple of models on the market that are modular / touring / enduro, Schuberth looks like the best but like you said, not everyone can spend that kind of money and damage or lose it and you will cry.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you very much for watching and commend it. As I said the best choice is modular helmet but...Ride safe!

[@niallsommerville9941]

Thanks, I missed that bit.

[@nikzurin7307]

Check out the Scorpion EXO-AT950 dual sport with flip up capability. Less than half the cost of the Schuberth E1. It's my go to helmet now for commuting and touring.

[@99desi9n]

Wow that's one bad-ass looking helmet. Definitely my next helmet.

[@whitedrman6019]

I guess helmets are like the bikes we chose to ride, always a compromise. I do not like street helmets, like you say they become a little claustrophobic, modular helmets are similar when down but I find if you flip the front up when riding to get more air they fell a little top heavy. I have tried an open face style with a visor and they are OK until it rains then I get water down the front of my jacket because they leave your neck exposed. Adventure style helmet works good for me as like you I wear goggles on the dirt, more to keep the dust out of my eyes. I was talking to a guy who bought a Schuberth helmet, the flip front adventure style and it cost $1400 Aus, I nearly fainted, my Bell adventure cost me $300 Aus much more reasonable price. Great topic, thanx for the vid.

[@MyKharli]

For me lightness was the most important ,maybe I have a weak neck but I thought I would have to give up riding before I splashed out on a light helmet. . I regularly do 200 to 450 mile long daily trips and long tours . Sometimes pinlocks work great ,sometimes after riding with visor up moisture can get trapped between the pinlock and visor ..worse than useless then ! Also its not clear the legality of using a pinlock visor at night. Happy adventures !

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you very much for watching and commend it!

[@cslow79]

I never go back to street helmet after using the Enduro helmet. Just change to Arai XD4 recently and it has good aero-dynamics with the peak on it riding at 130kmh. No head wobble.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good!

[@livelymoto2039]

i have a Schubert C3 Pro. great modular helmet a little hot in plus 30c weather. my best buy was EarSmart moulded ear plugs. plus added beak to helmet in order to use googles for more air flow

[@livelymoto2039]

as always i like your straight up vids. same as guy on fortnine. you two are my go too sources

[@Puftara]

I usually agree with you, but now is not the case... Proper street, as you call them, helmets are lighter and much less noisy. You mentioned aerodynamics already. The lack of space is not an issue if you buy a newer model communication device. Also I never had a problem with the visor fogging. Pin-lock works as a charm. Same goes for the glasses, there are helmets with liners that have space for glasses. Ventilation: well if you buy a good helmet it won't be a problem. Of course, when I say good I don't mean $100-200 helmets. Those are good for lesser bikes (200-300cc) and city commuting. I know that $500 is much for a helmet for many people but it is the thing that you have all the time on you head while driving. It is protecting your head, and affecting the whole riding experience. So light, well ventilated, quiet as possible and with the best possible visor. I like those with springs that almost vacuum the visor... And flip-up helmets are way to heavy and noisy in my opinion. Plus they usually don't look that good. And while driving longer distances I can't wait to take my helmet off anyway, no matter what type it is... Keep up the good work, maybe improve a bit the quality of your mic, and happy holidays with a lot of safe and enjoyable miles...

[@motorcycleadventures]

Your post is just an evidence how different we are. Thanks for adding it! The microphone is already changed, but this is very old video.

[@secretsolddad]

I've ridden through europe, middle east, asia and australia with a high end carbon street helmet and while most of the time it's excellent, it just doesn't give enough breathing room on heavy offroad sections. At least in my case :)

[@baronnuuke7821]

I never understand the saying "cheap helmet are good for lesser bikes 200-300cc". The helmets are either good for everyone or shitty to everyone. A guy riding a small bike shouldn't suffer more or be at risk...

[@mariostanosevic2966]

My friend, as always your observations are just unbeatable and agree 100%. I know I didn't tell anything new, but I couldn't resist, I had to put this comment. You're really precious source of knowledge for a bit less experienced drivers and I hope they follow you in order to avoid a many many ways in which they can spoil the pleasure of riding a bike. I've witnessed a lot how "experienced" bikers around me keeps suffering on their rides, missing to watch or to follow some of precious principles that can be easily picked up from your channel. Thank you very much. Keep pushing!

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome anytime! I am glad that you find the channel useful, this was the original idea.

[@MARKINAU8]

I use dual sport as a urban summer helmet and racing helmet for long winter riding. the reason mostly was the pros and cons you stated.

[@MaverickX2k5]

I have a usual street helmet and must admit: longest time I had it on nonstop was 6h. But my helmet was comfortable and I had no issues installing a sena com system. Big advantage for me is the channel for glasses, so thats no problem either. I never considered another type of helmet and I'm very happy with my choice so far. but I want to thank you for these hints, I will at least try one to see the differences myself

[@motorcycleadventures]

Well, you have to try it to see the difference. It's like to drive all live Toyota, you will never know what Mercedes is. Ride safe!

[@Philip1949S]

MaverickX2k5 - What is the make and model of your helmet? You didn't mention the make?

[@joelmacaranas9348]

I think your right bro. I my self will be buying a dual sport helmet to use both for my bike on street and off road. Very helpfull thanks for helping me decide to buy a dual sports helmet.

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome anytime!

[@shaneworden5095]

I'm looking for a helmet for long rides. Im on a cruiser. But I still think your info is on point. Im going to get the dual sport helmet and remove the visor. I can always put it back on while I'm on the road to help with the Sun. Thanks for the video.

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome anytime!

[@henrya3530]

Although I do not have to travel so far nor do I go fast (90kph max) I decided to follow your advice and switch from a street helmet to an enduro helmet. Very glad I did. It has HUGE field of view, built in sunglasses, a flip-front (I wear glasses), and I can *breathe* ! Thank you for your recommendation :-)

[@motorcycleadventures]

I am glad that I helped! Ride safe!

[@bog1dan]

I have one of each. I am taking the one best suitable for the trip. Good luck!

[@motorcycleadventures]

Have fun!

[@davidninnis5832]

Forget pinlock, get Invision Hypershield, they stick on to the visor and have a bigger gap/gasket between shield and Hypershield so are better at de-misting imo. Thanks for the vid' trying to decide which adv helmet to get for my travels. Never travelled before so no benchmark to work from. This really helped.

[@motorcycleadventures]

I am glad that the video helps, this was the original idea!

[@colcaboom1626]

This video made me decide to buy a dual-sport helmet. Thanks.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good choice!

[@joenoname9909]

Good video. My opinion if I'm going from Hungary to Croatia or GReece (99% of the trip is high way or motorway) I still prefer street helmet. But if I will get more experience as a tour rider I'm planning to go further and for that I think dual sport is the best choice because there are features on those helmets that I will miss in certain situations if I was wearing a street helmet. I'm a very beginner adventure rider and this is just my opinion. Of course somebody can wear enduro helmets on shorter distances (few thousand kilometres) but one thing I'm 100% sure: if I will go to a REAL long motorcycle trip not choosing enduro/dual sport would be a great mistake...

[@YA-ee9zf]

you can get a street helmet that does not have any of the cons you mentioned. my helmet is a full face street helmet it is very breathable if you open the vents, its very comfortable and not tight at all

[@orionharris4892]

Also go to your local motorcycle shop or a powersports store and ask to try on different helmets.

[@jku175]

I had just faced all whatever you said on my long touring with my shark street helmet so now need to buy good duel touring helmet. Thank a lot for this video .👍

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome any time!

[@justbanter8727]

So, Dual Sport has more ventilation and comfort so would be great in hot climates and short trips, whereas the Street Helmet has better noise cancellation and less buffeting at high speeds - I'm gonna go with the Street Helmet on those long haul continental trips; Lets face it much of Northern Europe can get rather cold and constant buffeting/wind turbulence at high speeds is going to take its toll on those neck muscles.

[@usb6009]

Modular helmets are much helpful for long distance riding, my opinion.. I use a schuberth c3 modular helmet. It's an all rounder...

[@motorcycleadventures]

Okay, use whatever you like, but not everyone can afford to pay 500$ for helmet.

[@henrigo5283]

2020 and this guy spits facts

[@patrickcoleman3]

enjoyed your style of presentation, I have done a lot of long trips here in Australia and currently use a Shark Evoline series 3 which I find has more that enough room in front of your nose and of course can be legally be ridden with the chin bar up with no aerodynamic problems. thanks Patrick

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome any time!

[@Bill.Papadakis]

i wear an off road helmet in the city because i have a much bigger field of view

[@johnjacob688]

Same, I wish more helmets had a bigger eye port. I was using a Bell Bullit for a while and the field of view was amazing but the shape hurt my head. Bought a Dual Sport helmet yesterday and I'm loving it so far.

[@Bill.Papadakis]

yea,and in the heat there is more place to breathe and you dont sweat like a pig in the heat...

[@gabelgas]

Same!

[@toodgs]

I have to go for the Enduro helmet, for all the reasons you mentioned, but most of all for the visor and air. I ride in hot rough country at times, I need to look where I am going without sun in my eyes and I need to breath.

[@kentuckyjustice1408]

Me, I like the modular helmet, but I often use the enduro helmet... especially in the summer time.

[@johnpaul1003]

your so correct after ditching my road hat for a duel sport hat much better as in comfort

[@nordic9570]

I agree with you, I have different types of helmets and just choose one that is suitable for the type of ride I do

[@motorcycleadventures]

True

[@peterweller3575]

I use a Nishua Enduro Carbon Helmet. Super light, can be used with goggles or visor. Aerodynamics are very good. The peak is relatively soft, so it looks strange when moved by wind force, but I think it is better than getting your head shaken by the wind.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good choice, I was looking on that model. How much you bought it?

[@peterweller3575]

I don't comment much on YT. I don't find your reply, but here's mine: Bought it for €174 when it was on sale and I had a coupon on top. Normal price is €299. Looks like they'll be rolling out an Enduro GT soon. Starting from €199, with integrated shades, but no Carbon fiber. This adds ca. 300g to it.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you!

[@MrEye4get]

I prefer the modular [street] helmet, but open cause high wind resistance. Several new modulars now streamline the chin guard behind the helmet to reduce drag. They are a bit more expensive, but I'm saving for a better one.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Whatever suit to you and your riding style.

[@moosa2130]

How about modular helmets? It is a bit heavier and more expensive. On the other side they allow you to access your face and get some fresh air without having to take off the helmet. Some models are legal to use while open. What do you think?

[@motorcycleadventures]

Use whatever is good for you.

[@savage22bolt32]

Recently bought a modular, & have used it for 1,000 miles. It's great for me because my nose is always running & often I have to stop & use a tissue. Also, if I'm on a slow relaxing ride, I can lift the chin-bar & smoke a cigar. I haven't been in hot weather yet, it's winter here in northeastern USA.

[@alvisgineika9306]

Yes Modular mmm Might be good for more situations, but for all have to go back to stores and check enduro helmets

[@motorcycleadventures]

The most important is to traveling. Thank you for watching!

[@alvisgineika9306]

yes true

[@johnnyViDeO]

Good info here. I prefer lighter, quieter, and more aerodynamic helmets, so it's street for me.

[@motorcycleadventures]

What ever work for you.

[@africarie]

My Caberg Tourmax is a systeem-enduro helmet which has even more advantage: in city one can ride it like a jet helmet. Very reasknable price on internet I found it for 200 euro in September

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good to know.

[@markjacobs6294]

I have all kinds, but my 2 favorites are the Scorpion EXO-950 modular ADV and Arai XD4.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good, but expensive choice, I wish to be on your place.

[@chandanpiku]

I think, your video discuss a very important issue with glass riders.

[@mohammedzaman8977]

I would recommend a good quailty full face helmet like shoei brand ..this helmet saved my life !! Xr1000 full face I broke my top jaw, teeth got smashed out also..lost one tooth the other two manage to push them back into the jaw which got repaired My front teeth and jaw smashed the inside of the helmet on impact. The front chin part of the full face took all the impact and saved my face from being ripping off..just lost a tooth but could of been much worst ! The person who ran in front of me did not survive.. i have nightmares over this ..it was a accident not my fault but sometimes i wish it was me who died

[@peterandersen1378]

Hello from Canada! Good info, much to think about for a rider returning to bike riding after having been away from it for a few years. Looking forward to exploring the open road with my 2011 BMW R1200GSA.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you very much for watching and good luck with your GS. Don't forget - ride safe!

[@kevindavies2]

Very helpfull The ventilation in California summer is essential I do like my modular .

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks Kevin!

[@ChristianMTB88]

i have bought me the Skorpion adv-1, in the us it's name is at950. This is a really good helmet and you can get it for less than 250€ on the Internet.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good to know. I will check it out. Thank you for watching!

[@ronaldgaylord4544]

i have to say my favorite helmet is the open face helmet with a pop up face shield.

[@jamesking2156]

Thanks for the advice. I've never tried an enduro helmet but they seem to have a lot of pro's. I think I'll put that on my Christmas list. Great channel keep up the good work

[@usmanahmed916]

Marvellous mature knowledge for street and off road riders.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks!

[@KevinJohnson-jc9ju]

I have a sports bike and ride with all the gear. I bought a enduro last year and bought the off road gear and I find the helmet to let more air flow and it feels lighter. If its a rainy day the sports bike helmet is far better than the enduro.

[@richardtschida2321]

Thank you for your information it has been very helpful in making my decision to purchase an enduro helmet.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good, so my mission is completed!

[@peetventer4744]

Would a flip-up helmet like the SHOEI Neotec be a good alternative. I will be travelling 800km at a time to reach my destination of which only 25km is off-road to get to the camp site.

[@agostinhofroes4169]

Very interesting your parallel between these two types of helmets....maybe I try an enduro type in my next buy.

[@motorcycleadventures]

You should!

[@garv317]

Dual sport due to its gap let more noise inside and if crossing a dusty stretch, dust will simply enter and harm eyes whereas though, street has no room but prevents noise and dust.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Each one have pros and cons

[@diegofianza3525]

This is exactly what I want to know. Thanks. I have a question about the motocross helmets for long distance travel in humid/rainy conditions. The Leatt 5.5/6.5 has helmets that have separate waterproof covers for each of its air vents Would this be a logically choice? The helmets are well vented but I'm worried that the interior cushions around the eye opening would act as a sponge when it rains. Yet I see many riders use this type of motocross helmet for long distance travel.

[@diegofianza3525]

Motorcycle Adventures Thanks. I've seen your vid on visor vs goggles, a brilliant analysis. I assume the link is to your vid but the link is not valid.

[@osamabinliftin1981]

Diego Fianza motorcross helmets use goggles

[@anshumanmohapatra1665]

Just curious.. why didnt you think of a Flip up/modular helmet as a more viable option for long trips? I mean they give you more convenience and are a good balance between safety and comfort. I ride with a Caberg Duke flip up helmet for my longer tours and my Nolan N87 full face for shorter (hour/two hour) trips. Am happy to see you using a Nolan as well. I feel the flip up gives you much more convenience. You dont have to take it off everytime you stop. It has a sun visor, aerodynamics are better than Enduro and overall comfort is much more than either of them.

[@motorcycleadventures]

I don't like modular helmets.

[@pricopfamily3573]

@@motorcycleadventures Why?

[@Cj-yw8cs]

I really prefer no helmet......that being said I just bought a full face movable chin bar. And after last winter i love it

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good choice!

[@iangadget3848]

I use a modular Nolan with internal "sun glasses" and built in BT Coms. I have to agree about the lack of chin space. I've twice had a bee fly into that small space though. I wonder would enduro helmets catch more bees. As for the sun visor, I have a strip of black insulation tape on the bottom edge of my clear shield that functions as a sun shade when I open the visor and it can be positioned to perfectly shade my eyes. Thanks for you videos. They are very informative and obviously based on lots of experience and sound logical thinking. Cheers, from sunny Australia.

[@CanzZz]

well i cant complain about catching too many bees with my dual sport helmet... actually i dont catch anything. in 2 years i got 1 spider walking across my visor at 120km/h and 1 huge fly smashing so hard on my visor that half of it was full of fly incredients xd thats all. no insects on or behind the visor at all

[@vincentshelpfulhints4085]

Just one point .. what ever helmet you choose make sure it is a proper fit.. to snug you will not enjoy your ride to loose and the helmet may come off in an accident. Ride safe

[@motorcycleadventures]

Correct, thanks!

[@sebsvlog8533]

For the street helmet like I have one to try could have been a bit small on your because mine fits me and it’s not that close to my face

[@TheBearious]

Damn, every topic you touch, you bring me new and useful information! Thank you for your videos, I will subscribe, no doubt!

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome anytime! This was the main idea of the channel, to help.

[@jasniabuhabibie6983]

thank for the good info ...will compare it next shopping for helmet

[@motorcycleadventures]

Have fun

[@IDnoriega93]

I've checked out your website and found it very helpful in selecting a bike, thanks!

[@motorcycleadventures]

That is mean that my mission is complete it.

[@DrTranofEvil]

I’ve spent days in my Arai Signet Q. I ride colder climates, however. The Signet Q has a drop-down chin curtain and it’s given me a little relief from freezing. I rode with my Simpson down in Florida and the open chin area definitely circulated a lot more air! Modular helmets tend to be heavy. That said, I probably should still try an enduro helmet (especially in the summer). I don’t ride with a Bluetooth unit (usually), so I usually like helmets that include cut-outs for the speakers (I wear headphones with noise cancellation for distance rides to try to save what’s left of my hearing) at the ears, but I don’t tend to use them.

[@elendshuraglump3620]

... noch mehr Möglichkeiten und Komfort bietet der Klapp-Endurohelm ADX-1 von Scorpion. Das ist sozusagen ein three-purpose Helm. Meiner Meinung nach zur Zeit der beste Allround-Helm für Tourenfahrer. Für Brillenträger und Bluetooth-Nutzer bereits bestens vorbereitet. Auch der Preis passt. Ansonsten stimme ich Dir in allen Punkten zu.

[@strikezero01]

dual visor helmet is what I need rider now..

[@MotoGuiado]

Hello, Pavlin, greetings from Brasil. I always use a dual sport helmet and like you I recommend it. The one thing I don't really like is the noise, in the end of the day sometimes you get tired because the loud in the ears... abraço

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, the noise is a big cons, but there is no perfect world my friend...