Best Motorcycle Helmets for Round Heads

[@covidcityrockers2146]

It would be great to have an updated version of this video...please!!!

[@chrisddr3]

+1

[@oppakansasstyle7623]

@@chrisddr3 Just my 2c: Biltwell Gringo ECE/LaneSplitter, Arai QuantumX still the best, HJC i10 (cl replacement), and ig that Bell lol

[@kaledotzler7143]

Don't even have a round head but I just like watching your videos aha!

[@theTenthlife]

I've had a Qwest for about three years now, I can confirm it's a great lid. It is fairly quiet, but that's actually the one thing that bugs me. With the clear visor it's fine, but with the tinted visor you have to lock it or the thing shakes and whistles. I know it's safer anyway, and I've gotten used to it, but I like the visor on my RF-700 (IIRC) back in the day better.

[@GableRG]

I have the Quantum X in Diamond White. The shield latch is only a problem when the helmet is brand new, it's just hard to pull the shield up. When you have gloves on, it makes your thumb big enough to push the button up at the same time as the shield.

[@PhantomRides]

I ain't gonna buy one for a long time but I just enjoy these videos so much

[@chasebishop5242]

I can't tell if you're 12 or 32 years old.

[@CGR89]

When's that Motorcycle jeans vs normal jeans crash tested video coming out?

[@mawisme]

hello old brother

[@cheesecrums1559]

Can we get an update to this? Also include all styles of helmets? Like half-helmets

[@EbolaSquirrel]

you start videos with no time wasted,thank you

[@dainjahrus]

I have both the qwest and the Bonanza... so yay! that being said, I went from a rf to a qwest and was totally shocked. who'd of thought price doesn't mean better!

[@manusk40]

I've never been called a bobblehead before, but I like it !

[@henriquebertuol7220]

Oddly arousing innit?

[@LAWLESSKING]

I like listening to you... you’re very pleasant and didn’t make me feel weird about having a Bratz shaped dome.

[@ScratchBabble]

Oh my God the Revolver Evo. My first helmet. Hated it worse than liver. Extremely loud and extremely heavy. Because I bought it on sale for 99 bucks I was able to get the Transitions lense which was the only saving grace. Have a Scorpion AT950 now. Love it.

[@Anhjje]

Definitely on my bucket list as well if I ever visit Canada. Keep it up, you're doing a great job

[@fredwifi8429]

Thanks for the useful tip on the Arai chin curtain. Off it went. The criticism of the shield latch is right on. I just assumed mine was defective because it did not seem to do anything. Well done.

[@ACBros_06]

Can you remake it with 2020 models

[@saddle8bag]

I bought a RX-Q for $300 over the winter. Gotta luv closeouts!

[@callmereiki]

Update? pretty please

[@barrettwbenton]

Funny you should peg the HJC CL-17 as crazy-loud: to my ears, it seems relatively quiet, but then again I'm usually hovering at low-subsonic speeds on my Vespa GTS (an extended run at 75mph constitutes a hooligan run for me), but even dialing the wick up doesn't become deafening wearing this lid. Could it be a fit thing? Also, as an aside: the Sena 3S-W headset fits and works fabulously in the CL-17, making for a low-profile, high bang-for-the-buck choice for a "connected" FF setup.

[@AshtonZeeTV]

god i love the quality of your videos thank you.

[@JosephActivate]

I hope there will be an update to this

[@tommy605]

C'mon Ryan. This is Canada and hockey season is almost over. The best helmet for mullets.

[@chrisddr3]

Update please

[@abnx9670]

You should do a video on helmet shell sizes sometime. Some are ridiculous and others have a small profile and look much better with less wind drag.

[@AdamChandler86]

Hey Ryan & F9 team, I'm looking forward to your next QC meetup. Any plans for early-summer?

[@slimmRR]

I'd like to see a video testing to see the differences in a helmet before and after an accident. as well as a test to see what changes after 5 years of a helmet being built.

[@Mig76]

I have a qwest and your review of it is spot on.

[@patrickcarew5231]

Same.

[@Mig76]

Definitely not good for naked bikes.

[@nayibnoyola9438]

The HJC CL-17 punisher is a much better graphic then the rebel

[@abkdt41]

love that arai helmet..esp in those sand graphics

[@Aleph1010]

Hey Ryan, Do you have a link to the Sharp ratings, who are these people testing and are they as scientific and methodical as you in Seaworld and Rambo's corner?

[@PureSolidness]

Adam Efrat Sharp ratings are the poverty version of Ryan's crash tests. If you want Nasa-level scientific accuracy, stick with Ryan's ratings

[@FortNine]

Yeah it's just the British government... they really have nothing on us - sharp.dft.gov.uk/ ~RF9

[@R1CKD34D]

I've got a helmet which has used a couple of times at the moment while I'm learning to ride at the moment and it's got s nice feel to it an MT synchrony tour duo, got it in a matte green finish give it a look, as a newbie rider this is a cheap helmet with a ratchet strap a peak which can be removed to turn the helmet into a road helmet! and it cost me £100ish probably about $120 to $130 depending on how well were doing in the exchange rate at the moment! Hopefully it will serve me well when I get my full licence and get to take my cb500x home

[@subarufan422]

it would be awesome if you guys would do a video on the shoei rf1200 and optional photochromatic shield

[@reedgeramstell8523]

i have a almost perfect circle shaped head. will a cl-17 fit me true to its sizing chart? i now have a xxl agv k3-sv and will just fit me without the cheek pads :( damn. i wish i could just buy a new head 😂

[@FortNine]

Hard to say... if I were to guess, I'd say you might want to go one size up. ~RF9

[@reedgeramstell8523]

thanks for the reply! i decided to go for 4xl 😂

[@__007__]

This might be out of your comfort zone... haha... but what are your top mods/acceptors for quads?

[@Doug_Morgan]

I am just the opposite with a very narrow head. So at least this video tells me what helmets not to consider.

[@retrotellephone]

Does it fit a size large because you have a neutral head?

[@ChrisJohn_444]

If you just want to look like you have a bobble head, make sure you buy a helmet for a round or long oval application that offers only one shell size. Also applies if you just want to look like a lollipop. ;)

[@LostStylus]

Shoei RF-SR has an option for a transitions shield, though. Is it as quiet as qwest?

[@keltek7586]

Any chance of a Nolan N87 Helmet review in the near future.

[@Jason.W.]

Any update to this in 2020? Or do one when they get around to passing round lids through FIM tests? 😬 What happened to XD-5 btw? Still not on the market yet. Wrong shaped helmet really hurts. I almost had several mental breakdown from the pressure points on my old lid. Until I found I have a round shape head at the local bike shop.

[@cyde01]

The rf sr doesn't have a round oval shape and qwest is sold out in my size :(

[@SnoT8282]

I know this is an older video but... Currently I'm in a 4XL CL-Max II (I've lost a decent amount of weight since getting it and feel better in a 3XL now though.) My issues is finding something that's not just plain Jane. I have a round head for sure and measuring from just above my Eye brows I'm 24" (60.9cm If i did the conversion right). Most "size" charts for brands must be way off as I've ordered a few "round" Helmets in the size they list for my measurement and they are tighter than they should be. Any input or suggestions? I'm thinking I'm gonna be stuck with the CL-17, or the newer versions of the CL-Max... Sadly neither have many graphics that I care for. Specially since I'd like to get something that is close or matches my 2018 Ninja 400 that's Solar Yellow (More of a light Orange), and Grey.

[@daemoninkubus]

Thanks for not bashing my round head wearing hjc cl-17 to bad 😂

[@stranieb]

Hi, what is the difference between qwest and qwest wanderlust? I bought a qwest and it was still too oval for me, I put it on and face planted on my bed to test, and my chin hit the chin guard.

[@feeshermann726]

I ordered a HJC CL-17 5 XL and found it too small. HELP!!!

[@johnschroeder2710]

when will you do a helmet review for us knuckle heads

[@islandlife4141]

I'm looking for the best round shape head plus best air flow helmet. I have a 24 1/2 inch head, please help

[@jeffreyvanderwal8111]

still didnt see any bayard helmets there cheap but good and have all kinda types (maybe a thing forr u fortnine)

[@TheCrewgadjy]

What's modular about the Bell? It's just a flip front helmet with sun visor, nothing modular about it.

[@victoriap1612]

Is there an updated list for helmets for round heads? The helmet I found that worked well for me was the Shark Evoline 3ST. Even the Arai didn’t work for my round head :( unfortunately, a lot of the helmets you recommended are being discontinued. I’m having a hard time finding another helmet. Any suggestions?

[@Silk-hj5jm]

I've been trying to find the right helmet too. So have you tried the Arai Quantum-X? My head shape is pretty much circle, I've been thinking of ordering the Quantum-X to try.

[@victoriap1612]

@@Silk-hj5jm The Arai didn't work for me. After 20 minutes I started getting pressure on the right side of my skull and then within 5 minutes of that a headache. Shark Evoline 3ST is the only one I can wear for up to 3 hours and I love all the features that come with it. Good luck fellow bobblehead!

[@Silk-hj5jm]

@@victoriap1612 Thanks! Sounds like it wouldn't work for me either. Good thing you can still wear the Shark. Also, I came across this interesting video while doing some research into this issue: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKvcYmyBfNloes0&lc=UgyM21H7w6yeNf1E6jB4AaABAg.9C2xtcKMAUz9C34rJqIHrM apparently all helmets sold in asia are rounder.

[@ShaunDaviesAdventures]

Ryan, i wanna be friends, how do i apply?

[@ririemarilyn]

Im waiting for the RF SR alright

[@weegee5719]

You must hated Grand Canyon don't you?Well,nice info and well explained mate.Cheers!!

[@TeeHee765]

What about a video on half helmets with masks? E.g. Shark raw, bell rogue etc.

[@S197Bryan]

Okay watching this 4 years later and still not knowing what to get lol. I just found out I have a round head which brings my choices on helmets to almost nothing. He recommends the Qwest second to Arai but they do not make the Qwest anymore. I cannot find it anywhere. The RF-SR is an intermediate oval head shape helmet. What do I do?

[@Purple_Pixel]

How 'bout the best helmets for long oval heads? Keep up the good work!

[@FortNine]

Comin' up next week. ~RF9

[@jameshealy4594]

What about gargantuan heads? Seriously, I wear the biggest shoei size available and it's still far too small. Like, my face is jammed into the chinbar too small.

[@ryanford9339]

You_Tube_Person the hjc cl 17 or cs 15 come in 3xl and 4xl

[@exothermal.sprocket]

I've found this website to be awfully helpful to anyone who wants to know. I'm using Firefox browser and the charts did not show. They showed up fine in IE however. www.lidpicker.com/free-data

[@Cliffracer46]

Im not here to sponsor anyone but my shark helmet is perfect for my long oval head! I also had one scorpion and it was really good. I tried on a hjc but that wasnt so good it was more rounded at the top. p.s. heres my 2 cents, also check out sharp helmet security website, there they test some helmets in crash tests! (of course following european rules)

[@Jason.W.]

Anybody has experience with HJC RPHA ST? I'm wondering if it's quiet. Since Qwest is sold out everywhere in my size, ST was highly recommended as an alternative. I noticed it has a sizable chin gap, but it is very light and has a visor, which essentially makes it comparable to Shoei GT Air. Ryan?

[@tcrenegade]

Hahaha I love the flat earth jab at the end!

[@ignacecollette9348]

weird how you are bashing the Arai, maybe go to an arai Pro Shop (gessing you didn't get the arai training) and Ask for the difference ;p love your video's

[@CaudilloSilovik]

How can I know my head shape?

[@PiotrekXJ600]

Can you update this video?

[@MattRickson]

In your thumbnail you look like robbie rotten

[@graemealex1]

Well this channel *is* number one

[@xihakuix]

Is there a big difference between the roundness of the hjc cl17 and the fg17? I want a lighter helmet but the cl17 is the only one that has gone on without any pressure and nice tightness on the cheeks.

[@goru426]

I have a round shape head and own a CL-17 helmet. It's very heavy, it's laud and it's not really round. I would avoid it. After 2 years of struggle I bought a GMax F49 helmet and finally enjoy riding again. Gmax is making mostly round-oval helmets and they are perfect fit and also very light.

[@larifari4371]

Long oval heads buy...?

[@nonamechanel4397]

what about oval heads?! :)

[@heynowyouarearock]

His face at 7:02 10 out of 10

[@Bush0r]

I miss videos like that. :o

[@ballersac32]

round and proud

[@Csikter]

Please do one on eggheads!

[@Dankyjrthethird]

I think arai graphics are stupidly expensive because they hand paint everything. Maybe i'm wrong tho

[@vincentcameronjr7409]

Dude your awesome and have helped me out a lot. Thank you hope to ride with you one day when I take a trip to Canada

[@Aleph1010]

Dear Ryan and crew.... Please release more videos quicker Signed The rest of the motorcycle riding fraternity

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Next video: Best helmets for long-oval noggins. The market is not optimized for us unicorn-head people.

[@FortNine]

That shall indeed be the next video. ~RF9

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Excellent!

[@travispratt6327]

Shoei is known for oval helmets, and I can vouch for that I have a round head/face and my xl shoei helmet is too tight on the sides and cheek while not even touching the top of my head, it’s actually why I’m in the market for a new one I have put up with it for too long now

[@travispratt6327]

I should note mine is an rf900, old model, some of the newer ones I guess do come in round

[@tonybattaglio4625]

god bless your heart

[@zbb2stillalive]

your best review yet. no mercy lol. arai you can go pound sand with your over priced helmets

[@grnt1976]

Arai means "what?" in Thai

[@Jason.W.]

Qwest is listing for $420 CAD at "36% off" on Fortnine on the day of video upload. What gives? I got excited at a quiet and safe helmet at $350...and how come Fortnine doesn't have any website rating review for this lid? weird..

[@patrickcarew5231]

The Qwest is a great lid if you want a review. Quiet and very comfortable. Very wide viewing frame. If you can't try one on local, you should be able to find an RF1100 or RF1200 The fit is quite similar and the interior padding seems to be pretty much the same. I recommend the hell out of that helmet. All that said, I'm cheap and I picked mine up 2nd hand for a hundred bucks.

[@Jason.W.]

I noticed the link in the video description is a Qwest model with decal, hence why it's more expensive. The regular one is cheaper as stated in the video, but is mostly sold out except for the outlier sizes :(

[@Jason.W.]

Thanks man. Now I know what to look for :)

[@Cliffracer46]

I dunno if I remember right but the qwest doesnt have removable cheek pads (or here in europe at least) but it has great protection! cheers! safe riding :)

[@misamisatv]

The Qwest has been discontinued.. Is there a new version?

[@Coine611]

I just read an article online with the same wording word for word. I hope that's your online article or someone is stealing your narration and pasting it to their website.

[@c.j.santos7456]

*_-I love the two moles on your cheek. So much character-_*

[@KumidazAviator]

LMAO, your great! Thanks from my Round Head.

[@danielyi3902]

How about a Round head with glasses?

[@Cliffracer46]

Daniel Yi Edit: I found out that this channel (FortNine) made a video: Best motorcycle helmets for eyeglasses, it was released about 4 weeks ago. theres some great helmets with removable cheek parts for this case. My shark has the easyfit for people with glasses. Im pretty sure arai, shoei and many other producers have some features as well!

[@danielyi3902]

Thank you Cliffracer!

[@Cliffracer46]

Daniel Yi youre welcome :) safe riding!

[@manusk40]

GS !!!!!!!!!

[@georgecookie2107]

Face for radio

[@jacefoulk8107]

Early bird

[@mittahlin]

Hi from Taiwan maybe I will ask my neighbors did they sew that helmet hahahq

[@Graiz95]

The Earth isn't round..... It's oval...

[@FortNine]

Touché. ~RF9

[@theglurgle]

Ummm akshually it's an oblate spheroid

[@progguy10]

all the helmets i own are on this list lol

[@mahendram3234]

My head was very very big....so ...where is the big helmet for my head....

[@russ02281990]

bell helmets have long been left behind as far as helmets go. just look at the plastics and liners and you'll know.

[@Cliffracer46]

Russ Barrack Huh? I thought Bell helmets are good... here in Europe we like bell helmets because they have good protection rate, the m6 looks dope but costs a lot

[@russ02281990]

here in Scotland still Europe and want to be in Europe 😀 bell are cheap in prices. yes all helmet obviously have to pass s standard. that didn't make them great. the high end ones ats not bad but the lower ones are not in same league as their competitors. one of my god friends works at a certain large motorcycle accessory store and they have shit tons of them left over and when I was looking for a replacement lid he told me to stay cleat of them. so they can't be that popular.... just my opinion from holding the helmet and looking at the details and quality also from what I've been told from the friend. I do however like their piss put helmets but I wouldn't be seen dead in one. lol

[@Cliffracer46]

Russ Barrack oh I get what you mean, thanks for the advise. I never had one but I saw in Italy some bell are popular. So far I had scorpion,shark, premier and a shoei (from my cousin). Right now I have a shark race r pro carbon and I love it! I got it for only 249 euros from a local shop!

[@russ02281990]

Cliffracer thats a hella deal!!!! right now am on an avg shoei caberg and nolan. the caberg and shoei are near end of their life so am looking at the shark modular and a scorpion. can't go wrong with those brands.

[@Cliffracer46]

Russ Barrack true :) Yeah Agv is a good brand too, ever tried xlite?

[@craftwanderer8802]

how do I know my head type? anybody knows what head shape the AGV K5 JET is for?

[@Cliffracer46]

Man Teddy Just look up on google: head shapes. Cant tell you anything about the k5 though :(

[@woodburymoto5267]

People around the world do hand stitch, kid. And that means the quality can be mostly only better instead of a minor calibration mistake of the machine caused your liner like a scarf. Btw, you know Tesla critical part and most of the best-precision-tolerance machines are made in Taiwan, right?

[@uncoomf3279]

What

[@edvinch]

första eller andra

[@elvinlopez9843]

im sub #101,010 lol

[@chase123456ist]

WHO DRESSES YOU ???????????????????? WHY DO YOU TALK OUT THE SIDE OF YOUR HEAD????