What's Inside the Best Motorcycle Helmets of 2021?

[@StillRay1]

"So the shell's job is the same as a youth pastor's - prevent penetration." Immediate thumbs up. Just outstanding.

[@jimfeldman4035]

I had to replay that to make sure I heard it right

I cracked at "you only have seen the half of it". Where does this guy get the texts?

[@iRDaBrit]

Came here to say this exact thing. Instant pause and comment.

[@RichO1701e]

"immediate thumbs up" is what got the pastor into trouble in the 1st place

[@MrTPF1]

Almost shot water out of my nose on that one! LOL!!

[@nou5962]

I don't even own motorcycle. I simply watch your videos because I am just baffled by your video quality. The editing, the script, the jokes. I feel like like I am watching some high budget program. hope you will keep making the best content. Best regard -your fan

[@Hrithik_Jayanth]

yea , i hope he gets into some car content

[@arvind9488]

Same here man

[@enlightenedidiot9552]

It's crazy that you love his content and don't even ride. Props :)

[@der_pinguin44]

NO U

[@chiefdenis]

@@enlightenedidiot9552 it's the most high quality motorcycle content on KZbin, i also don't ride, i just love these videos

[@justinschmidt2901]

I absolutely love he doesn’t just say “this is the best helmet buy this one here’s my code” But actually explains WHAT makes it a great helmet then let’s you deduct which one you want. Bravo my guy

[@johnmccrossan9376]

It's the best part of the video, I don't live in Canada or have a bike/the money to buy eeal bike stuff so there's literally no way for them to make money on me but Ive learned a ton of transferable knowledge and had fun doing ut

[@MaxwellAerialPhotography]

Cause he for the store that sells all of these, so no matter what you buy, he wins. Therefore selling you a better helmet is actually better for business. Dead customers tend to be poor long term customers.

[@ShadowFalcon]

​@@MaxwellAerialPhotography Not to mention, happy customers tend to be repeat customers.

[@thedude4065]

Ryan ... love those "motorcycle oriented" physics "chalk talks" ... it's great understanding the theory behind how (and why) our bikes react and respond the way they do under specific circumstances

[@anonuser8072]

I got hit at almost 60mph and I walked away scratched but fine. The SHOEI helmet left my head and face unscathed after several rolls and bounces. It's a bit more expensive but SHOEI has my vote of confidence!

[@generalyellor8188]

Same. but I've crashed and hit my head more times in an Arai. For me, Arai #1, Shoei#2. The other brands makes sense, but why not stay with that's been proven from personal experience?

[@gmy33]

I simply have a shoei head .. i put on a shoei and it fits like a glove ..

[@ericm.3919]

@@generalyellor8188 Why are you crashing and hitting your head so many times?

[@650ib]

Product damaged in shipping 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Revzilla will warranty that 💯

[@rjtastic]

Wassup ib!!!

[@jonathanouellet713]

🤣🤣🤣

[@pawisangtulisan1248]

Ha! Try returning that to Brian Van!

[@reinicieoseupc]

I hope they do a review of damaged helmets by carrier!

[@dantaylor7901]

So funny LoL

[@arinangel_]

"...Because a benevolent physicist always leaves the finicky work for engineers." - Too true. Damned physicists.

[@aladdin1987]

@@Kevin-vh9dl and Howard rolling his eyes at him.

[@nicholasvanwaasdijk]

As a physicist i always say calculations are for engineers, im happy when i arrive at the formula.

[@rrm80916]

It doesn't stop there tho. Engineers then pass it down to technicians.

[@JLV711]

@@rrm80916 then on to the maintainers

[@LarryPeteet]

@@JLV711 Then I enjoy it!

[@ariffano]

That Revzilla Banter. Ryan, you’re a blessing for Motorcycling on KZbin 😂

[@steve00alt70]

rev zilla is great

[@averystuart9198]

@@steve00alt70 I'm sure it was meant as a playful jab lol

[@556suppressor]

Riding with a Shoei RF-SR helmet I bought a couple years ago. It is the best helmet I've owned. Very quiet and comfortable.

[@dylanyates6331]

When he started to tape it up I was hoping he would put a "DOT Approved" sticker on it.

[@Athair48]

oddly enough the hjc he said he would choose is only DOT approved no other ratings

[@togerider2703]

Mandatory disclaimer: people should check the details of the ECE rating they see on helmets. 22/05 and 22/06 are quite different and not many helmets are up to the 22/06 standard just yet!

[@FortNine]

Very valid point! ~RF9

[@scottenlow5249]

The Arai Quantic, which was not "designed" to pass 22.06, is the only helmet as of yet to pass this new standard.

[@rideoutlondon]

@@scottenlow5249 and the new Shoei

[@222wheelsdown]

@@rideoutlondon do you know which shoei specifically?

[@rideoutlondon]

@@222wheelsdown NXR2

[@mrbanana7167]

Conclusion: don't crash on a running angle grinder

[@alanrobinson2901]

Exactly, but into a large woodchipper is A-OK!

[@happygiraffe9787]

I would still arque the safest helmet is to not buy a Yamaha R1 as your first bike

[@TotalVikingPower]

Thanks for the smile

[@sinuslebastian6366]

Pfft. Everyone knows a stretched out turbo Busa is the best beginner bike.

[@j.l3206]

Heey! My first bike is a R1 I'm gonna go cry now :(

[@gustavmeyrink_2.0]

In most European countries beginners are limited to either cc or power for two years. In the UK it is 34hp and in Germany it 27hp. A number of manufacturers sell bikes in two versions: Unrestricted for experienced riders and throttled back with a removable kit for beginners.

[@marc-andreservant201]

@@gustavmeyrink_2.0 Here in Quebec we have three classes of motorcycle license. Under 125cc, under 400cc and unrestricted. It's not based on age, but on what motorcycle you use for your practical exam. You can practice on a full-size motorcycle on a learner's permit but not at night.

[@paulkkri]

Hey, Ryan. I am a dog owner and motorcycle rider, and sometimes those are hard to mix. I see you have many videos on many subjects, but not one about pets on motorcycles. I would love to see you test out some carriers and giving advice on this. All the best now, you are great.

[@electronicsworkshawp]

Bro. I am not by any means what soever personally into motorcycles. I mean, I respect them but for me they are just not at all something I need or want. BUT. I discovered your channel and I watch it all the time. idgaf about helmets but I love how you put things. Its so awesome .The engineering and the humor and EXCELLENT production quality is why I watch this channel.

[@samb4611]

Im a car guy, no interest in bikes whatsoever... but this guys content is so good i cant help but watch

[@650ib]

Bikes are fun mate 🇺🇲❤️💯

[@kilianortmann9979]

Thanks mate, because learning about the behavior and limits of motorcycle riders, makes you a better driver.

[@timjohnson1199]

Well, you haven't ridden a bike. Yet.

[@bobstroud9118]

Hell, I used to fly ultralight aircraft, and I’ve been self-grounded since 2003, and I’m 71 years old. Got my last ride on a 305 Scrambler in 1971. I’ll watch this guy all day till I die! N.E.OH Bob

[@2_Bike_is_Life]

I was a big car guy till the costs of feeding my passion gave me a wake-up call. Bikes are MUCH cheaper and way more fun IMO.

[@minhtannguyen5758]

Helmet manufacturers: *hide how many EPS layers their helmet got* Ryan: *cut the sh*t open for his viewers to see*

[@steve00alt70]

they dont hide them

[@lillnemo1]

Why you think they hide it???? Everyone knows its eps with an oudside fancy layer... Its just a helmet

[@tomekhohn]

Every time a new Fortnine video comes out it's like a little Christmas

[@DT-gun]

Right as I drop the coin on the rf1400 my world gets flipped upside down. lol

[@mamote30]

Cant argue with that

[@danmanthe9335]

Like Christmas without having to go to church

[@OFFroadOFFcourse]

I feel the same xD

[@beamdoctor5637]

@@danmanthe9335 This is the Bike Church for all of us dedicated. You will have a great 2021 Christmas too.

[@JoeyAdawi]

I watched this channel for a year before buying my first bike. Thank you for all of the information, and making sure I knew how to protect myself

[@isabellegauthier1254]

I don't know if it's only in Oz but 4 ads during a 10 minutes clip is outrageous. I love your channel, always the best on KZbin. Thanks

[@CorrupteddSanity]

Did I need to know what's in a helmet at this point in my life? No. Did I watch and like? Yes. Anything from you is a light house of luminosity in this age of cluttered white-noise.

[@daksh_saroha]

Holy shit that ending! 😂😂😂

[@samoyed2296]

just started my A1 and i dont think i would have started without your inspiration, wish me luck people!

[@mattb.4333]

I have the Shoei RF-1400 because of this video and it is everything Ryan said. It is incredibly comfortable (once on) and very quiet but it destroys your ears taking it on and off. The trick is to tuck your ears in to the helmet before you pull it down over them. This reduces the discomfort by 50% but it still smarts a little. Other than that...darn near perfect helmet.

[@carloargentine3395]

Hey Ryan, I thoroughly enjoyed hearing you on Lowside/Highside. A F9 podcast would be a blessing from the motorcycle gods

[@HydefHyde]

I bought the EXO-R1 about a month ago and I'm glad to see it here. The fit is incredible and everything about it feels premium.

[@FortNine]

Glad you're enjoying it! I've been loving mine as well. ~RF9

[@Delalcon]

Does it have room for communication devices?

[@HydefHyde]

@@Delalcon Yes it does!

[@Delalcon]

@@HydefHyde Cool! Thank you

[@joshuaplantan90]

Would you take it over the shoei? I've been looking at the scorpion because it's technically fim homologated. But I like that the shoei has mips. Someone help

[@agoodmansaid]

Being a youth pastor myself, that intro joke was HILARIOUS 😂😂😂

[@FortNine]

Amen! Gotta keep the salt salty :) ~RF9

[@TJHH-of3zq]

👁👁 👄

[@bikebudha01]

"product damages by shipping carrier"... god dam priceless finish to a phenom vid....

[@winchestereod]

This is a most excellent video. I like how you cut it apart, explain each layer and rating standard. I have ridden 45 years, always buy top of the line helmets offering the best protection. I crashed in 1983 with a Bell Star helmet which save my life no doubt, crash once and you are a believer. After my crash I took a motorcycle safety course and learned how to ride, went on to become a motorcycle safety instructor for 15 years and now just enjoy my wind therapy.

[@adam346]

shipping the helmet back to revzilla at the end was a stroke of genius.

[@Sfekke]

As a Belgian, I see Eddy Wally saying "wauw" and I like; simple As a motorcyclist, I see a Fortnine video of superb quality; as always ;)

[@Meloen5]

Same! :D

[@Sfekke]

@@Meloen5 yay im not alone! :D

[@me2995]

Agreed! 😀

[@jonas2097]

Nog meer belgen ! :D

[@Vanilly06]

Preach Eddy, preach! ^^

[@octavioescott1022]

Scorpion should trademark that line “Frugal Bastards” - and have that line be built to FIM standards

[@FortNine]

I would buy a helmet named "The Frugal Bastard." ~RF9

[@mbazzy123]

Nothing like a cup of coffee and discovering a new F9 video on the weekend nice job Ryan !

[@Gonzy1122]

10 extra pts for using one of the most dangerous tools in the box to cut into something made specifically to keep you safe. May not have been intentional but it made me smile. Top quality production. Keep em comin'.

[@nickcsuki8123]

Man, as an engineer I can't stop laughing at the hidden gems in this text... Great job F9!

[@meinblubber]

This is the best motorcycle content i know, witty, well informed and passionate. Keep it up!

[@Bartalbe]

I don't even own a motorcycle and I watched the whole thing.

[@AT2021Rocker]

You guys are friggin brilliant! Reminds me of my favourite physics teacher, you were so entertained by the presentation you didn’t even realize that you were learning!

[@gdfggggg]

A rarity indeed

[@Ichibuns]

One of the few youtubers that writes their content like an essay. I don't even like rap but if there were ever a rap battle between you and Brian from Regular Car Reviews, I'd 100% watch it.

[@ronaldm4392]

This channel is what you get when you combine the best parts of the TV shows Mr. Wizrard, How it works, Mythbusters, and Old Top gear and throwing it all in a blender. Informative, captivating, and Very funny.

[@keslee7036]

I've never seen a better helmet review! Well done! Really enjoyed the editing, information , and humor 😀

[@RobTheSquire]

I use HJC's and i've gone through 2 of them due to wrecking myself in late 2019. And I managed to buy another just like it due to how well my first one faired and how well it protected my head from a side impact and I hit the ground bloody hard. Well worth the £300 or so for it and a pretty good upgrade from my Scorpion Exo Combat which only came with 2 types of tinted visors and not even a clear one for night time use or the snow flurry that I braved like an idiot. I still have that one and i'm going to keep it as a momento and it looks really good.

[@mateojimenez5905]

Great vid! I love that a company is bringing FIM safety standards to more affordable prices

[@lexel90]

but then dont forget that a FIM helmet might safe you at a 200 km/h crash, but there is no part in the regulation that would help you in you normal 50 - 100 km/h crash if you design a helmet to jsut work at high speeds you get one that sucks at low speeds while the contrary isnt as true

[@mateojimenez5905]

@@lexel90 They aren't just designed for high speeds tho? They are basically more stringent than both SNELL and ECE in both criteria for crash resistance, at all speeds.

[@FortNine]

@@lexel90 FIM is actually the most rounded standard, speed wise. If you plan on hitting the wall at 200km/h, Snell is by far the best bet. ~RF9

[@SooHighFashion]

@@FortNine awww hoping id see my bell race star on here, almost got the shoei over my bell

[@joshuaplantan90]

@@FortNine so fim for the street, Snell for the track?

[@meals24u]

My goodness Google, I’m literally at 2:06 and I’ve already been through 4 non skipable Ads SMH Sorry back to the awesome vid..

[@pughconsulting]

Amazing how far the technology has come. I remember my dad's Bell helmets in 1980. He spent $200 on each back then and told me you spend how much you think your head is worth.

[@TraceyAllen]

Got a $5 head wear a $5 helmet!

[@bobberry7433]

Ryan, your helmet advertisement kept interupting the commercials I was watching.

[@dipling.pitzler7650]

Exactly !LOL

[@aero-space541]

Is this some sort of peasant problem I'm too adblock to understand?

[@machakio]

@@aero-space541 I always turn off adblock on F9's videos, they're just too good I feel bad not supporting them, plus I want more

[@PAExploration]

“Darling of the frugal bastards”, damn, I was laughing so hard my wife was looking at me weird, on top of the angle grinder laugh at the beginning and the penetration joke, you made me spit my coffee. Keep up the awesome work, you’re not only one of the most educational series I watch, but one of the funniest too.

[@johnnydecooman3340]

You always manage to put a smile on my face... This time using the "Voice of Europe" gimmick ... our friend Eddy Wally Thanks from a Belgian viewer ;-)

[@MrUser1million]

You are the only KZbin creator I have ever considered donating to.

[@kevinmockus6600]

I do not even a motorcycle but your cinematography is the best I’ve seen on KZbin. Keep up the good work

[@yadnikj]

Not even a minute into the video and I’m laughing my ass off at the Penetration joke 😂😂

[@AndreDiasRJ]

Wait for the man with 2 one

[@andrewbozhozr]

@@AndreDiasRJ and Rusian bride!

[@prazonparajuli7346]

I knew I could find someone who has already saved me from typing. ......and then I just had to reply 😶

[@grandenauto3214]

The ending is HILARIOUS

[@Riddlewizard]

That Revzilla bit is amazing. Thank you. I needed that laugh.

[@johnjacob688]

When I saw the page come out of the printer I just busted out laughing. Good stuff.

[@revellations7741]

Absolutely hilarious. He commented on someone with a similar comment and said “the return was denied, going to keep bugging until they get a hold of anthony” lmfao. Gold

[@armandgun]

The ending 👌🏻🤣

[@AVweb]

Goddamnit, you drew that helmet profile perfectly on one try. I can't do that.

[@FortNine]

Years of practice. ~RF9

[@agawdsparadise3782]

You act like you can reshoot videos lmao

[@VroomBroomZoom]

Yeah, that was very impressive

[@TheWindigomonster]

holy shat what a weird crossover.

[@mariosraptor]

@@FortNine dude. Just discovered you. I literally love your content. I have a 2018 vstrom 1000. Any vid to front and rear shock absorber settings? Thank you 🙏🏻

[@minnybiker4505]

So, who's gonna make one helmet with the best qualities of all four? That's what I want to buy. Great video as always, Ryan!

[@DjVendetta]

Because of patents they probably won’t.

[@ungefeiert]

AND THAT'S how you make a good gear review!

[@bryan.meijer]

I've been binge watching every video in this channel for the last few days. Very good content!

[@anandshinde9941]

I had to stop riding due to Spondylosis, but I will keep on watching your videos as long as possible. Good work guys, keep it up.

[@aleksandarandric1345]

even if Ryan would talk about donut glazing - I would end up watching him over and over (like the man with 2 .....) Greatest moto channel in the universe Greetings from Serbia

[@matthewperry3269]

Youth pastor joke killed it, and we're only 30 seconds into the video. Phenomenal.

[@Ranveer_Singh_sangha03]

Was waiting....

[@kam6]

Disappointing video 😑

[@outdoorquest3005]

Bro just imagine what he'll say to ISI.

[@outdoorquest3005]

@@kam6 why?

[@dinokadunic5002]

Me 2.. And for me at least, always great in the way he brings it.. It's been thought of...

[@MrCountdown3]

Omg yes😂 finally

[@andrewdavey5209]

Glad you're back man, I've missed these reviews. never stop doing your other stuff though its so much fun to see what's next!

[@douglasshouganai2516]

LOL. Same job as a youth pastor. you never fail to catch me off guard with your humor!

[@3rnie2011]

Man, this is so nice to see. I remember finding this channel with the Honda rebel review and being dumbfounded it only had 30k subs. So happy to see them now at 1 million.

[@criticalevent]

I wish all helmets had pump up pads. I'm always right between two sizes of ever helmet I try.

[@marcmaz21]

100% Agreement

[@jhoughjr1]

I'd imagine it could be used to disperse more impact force also; from its springiness and by shunting it around.

[@lwbjarckrc1141]

Ditto for me. I’m at 56 mm barely. The pump Scorpion is new to me. I’ll have to look at it. BTW, I’m very impressed with your wit and conclusions!

[@winchestereod]

Check out the Bell Race star. I love mine so many great features, expensive but worth every penny.

[@chadh3441]

"if all the other lids would just pump, pump, pump,... to save my gourdificrashed"...sorry,..wrong song...my bad.lol

[@viel.anthony]

Making an in & out in Montréal, obligatory stop at Five Guys, watching Ryan. Perfect Saturday.

[@mr.k6136]

Another great video never a let down also this is very informative

[@renewagain6956]

In case you were curious, your pre-edited comment was in fact, first (beat second place by 1 second).

[@xedistri]

Just went out and got myself a Scorpion Exo-R1 Evo Air and so far it is a fantastic helmet! Great recommendation, F9! Thanks :)

[@wailingguitar4964]

you guys should bring back crash test and 2021 gear reviews

[@CrispyGFX]

Now THIS is a teardown

[@fredcailloux2526]

The ending was "La cerise sur le sundae". Totally hilarious! I was hoping for a more detailed review, but apparently this is a report on today’s technology. That said, you did a great and entertaining job, well done guys!

[@NicholasBlair]

The ending is beautiful

[@R__K]

If Tarantino had a younger brother, obsessed with motorcycles--best way possible of course, you would be it. Thank you for the in-depth, and humorous, videos.

[@Hotrob_J]

I like that you explain WHY things are good and not just which ones are good.

[@kevinclive7856]

Thank you for making my day better

[@trailblazer632]

Whats inside our helmets? Shhhh you dont need to know this.... Ryan: grinder go brrr hehe

[@mayorofnow]

I'd be curious to see a similar cutaway with market-to-market comparisons, e.g. get an RF 1400 and and NXR 2, dissect them, and show the differences between an ECE 22.06 helmet and a Snell 2020 one.

[@LanceMaurer]

I lost count of the excellent smirk - laughter moments. Well done!

[@Memommxi]

Ryan you are genius putting out the best moto content on the planet

[@aminamri1325]

That moment he draw the helmet and the round head 😅...talent and gifted

[@pwlebrun4573]

You should have sent the box directly to Spurg and somehow arrange to have a camera record his reaction when he opens the box.

[@dominiks.9954]

This channel is just straight up amazing! I'm crying xD

[@matthewblunderbuss4545]

I hope he was paid by helmet manufacturers for this. Because this is the best advertisement for some of these brands I’ve ever seen.

[@Supermankev2001]

Best motorcycle content on the internet great job!

[@russelalexander7036]

By far the most informative and life changing helmet vid I’ve seen. Thanks for breaking it down for us Laymen…

[@mii3000]

I like your videos, you have original thoughts rather than just repeating the narrative.

[@batistasm79]

Another fantastic review, FortNine. Thanks. Btw, I had to look up online today, and it looks like the battle among different types of air filters (paper vs. foam vs. K&N) is still raging. And I thought who but FortNine could settle that debate once and for all (perhaps for three different types of bikes - one being the ADV, of course). When should we expect it?

[@dontdoxmebro]

If you go by the engineers Honda just tells you to run them there some compress air every once in a a while and throw it back in. If it’s good enough for Honda good enough for me

[@zshock4]

3:05 Can we take a moment to appreciate how quickly he sketch a helmet with endpoints near perfectly meeting AND a base that's near level?

[@mistermaquaid1259]

getting back into riding and these videos are so welcomed

[@rob4290]

Man having the wedding band really made that old school reference at 3:33 a lot better.

[@HaussmannRider]

why does it feel like i m watching Clarkson' son ? Love it !! keep it up mate, you r awesome

[@dmaxcustom]

This is brilliant content. God damnit. How can i be entertained and educated at the same time by some Canadian guy is beyond me. Keep up the good work.

[@dominichayes8594]

The ending cracked me up! Ryan, you make the best educational videos ever.

[@andrewstambaugh8030]

Reliving the early 90's with that pump up helmet!

[@bookim8195]

You always put in so much efforts into your contents, and I love how entertaining and informative your vids are. Thx for great contents!

[@rangeroadmoto]

That was an explosion of one liners. I’m gonna have to rewatch to catch em all.

[@demezon6572]

We all do, RRM. The PRICELESS Ryan.

[@rangeroadmoto]

@@demezon6572 he is a national treasure 🇨🇦

[@DeathMammoth91]

I already bought the Shoei RF-1200 on clearance so I saved a ton of money, which to me is the best helmet! Haha!

[@newenglandscrambler2262]

Check the "born on" date. Most helmets on clearance are 2-3 years old already, so sometimes more than half of the useful lifespan of the helmet before the materials degrade and safety is compromised. There's a reason why they are being sold cheaply. And you can often negotiate for an even better price if you know how old it is and present the seller with that info.

[@RideWithRen]

The video was excellent, but the ending was the cherry on top. Perfect 👌

[@kushaljain92]

Awesome video all around! Awaiting the video of 2022 :D