Groundbreaking Motorcycle Helmets - Best of 2020

[@listofromantics]

FIM: Anything good for consumers, which corporations / manufacturers hate, makes me happy.

[@mr7wi]

came here to say this - leaving satisfied.

[@elik1804]

I actually don’t agree that stronger regulations benefit the consumers long term! Less regulations, would make it easier for companies to innovate in isolated areas making their own helmets better than the rest in an area they believe customers value most! Those advances will than trickle to the rest of the industry who are focused in other areas, yet will import the best features all round. Forcing all the companies to focus on safety means research money is being greatly wasted by the companies as they are all researching the same things! This equals all the other features to take a back seat! Why are Bluetooth sets so expensive and honestly, feel like they don’t belong in 2020’s? Leave people alone! people with their own money will spend their money where it greatly benefits them. This is how the markets are shaped! Where people are spending money, companies want in on the action!

[@kylejscheffler]

@@elik1804 so, which helmet manufacturer do you work for?

[@ridesmort]

Its hard to argue against wanting more safety and higher standards in a helmet though when previous standards were subpar (DOT)

[@Vessekx]

Eli Kruger, do you know what *less regulations” actually makes it easier for manufacturers to do? Cut corners. That’s it. Regulations are writ in the blood of the people harmed (or even killed) because manufacturers cut corners. There’s nothing about the existence of. DOT or ECE regulations which prevented helmet companies from experimenting with different materials, construction methods or features. The regulations simply put into place some minimum standards before the manufacture can put the results of their experiments up for sale. That’s why *you* aren’t the one being the lab rat for those experiments.

[@katakhijau6037]

"See the world through crosshair. Like an American"

[@framelawncare6671]

*Eagle screeches in background*

[@FreeGumFighter]

that is GOLD

[@jaromor8808]

In the age of soy that is considered a bad thing I suppose.

[@SlowishActual]

*American hysterical laughter intensifies*

[@aqidon]

Sure your not american ryan? Your jokes are killing me!

[@DirceuCorsetti]

This channel is a slap on the face of shady manufacturer tactics. Glad I discovered it long before buying my first helmet.

[@taylor2105]

Buy from them too. They've always been awesome to me

[@FriedHam]

That joy when Ryan talks about that FIM new helmet safety standard really touches me. I don't know why, but it did.

[@zoololana3629]

哈哈你杀了我兄弟 🤣

[@hughmann_]

​@@zoololana3629 😶

[@PacificWaffle]

*laughs nervously wearing my DOT helmet*

[@buckweed420]

Same

[@illuforce]

@@buckweed420 you going to get a ece rated helmet.

[@ClintE55]

Shit mines just dot and almost to its age limit so. Gonna be getting a new helment soon. It's not fitting as well

[@fargonianproductions2767]

ClintE55 I would recommend getting an ece or snell helmet, it may be more expensive but its worth it

[@TheAlpha620]

bruh my helmet was $100 at princess auto lmao

[@Simon-eh5ez]

I really welcome the FIM homologation helmets. All my life having raced motocross, helmet choices came down to "material, weight, looks, brand reputation". Hopefully they introduce it in offroad soon, although non-mandatory at first. They will be expensive and on the motocross track you can go through a lot of lids in a short period of time.

[@hvymtal8566]

Hopefully that FIM sticker will also get track owners to lighten up about helmets that don't say Snell M2015 on them. If it's good enough for the EWC, SBK, and MotoGP, it's more than enough for a trackday or club race

[@khakimzhanmiras]

yes, but if any manufacturer can bring real concussion protection to MX it's the helmet I'm definetly going to be buying

[@Samh-z5b]

@@khakimzhanmiras Helmets are not injury protectors, they are death protectors.

[@SurmaSampo]

@@khakimzhanmiras There are only 2 ways a helmet can reduce concussion. 1. Increase the inertia of the head by increasing the mass to where it reduces the relative force of the motion of the head. This is really hard though due to the relative mass of the planet you smash your head against so it only serves to move the force to the fragile upper spine. 2. Use of progressive crumple zones to slow down the deceleration trauma that causes your brain to stretch and tear inside your skull. The easiest ways of doing this results in larger helmets so more space is created for progressive deceleration. Imagine a helmet that turns riders into bobble heads. Helmets can not save your from concussions and concussion damage is for life. Only not smashing your head into stuff or visa versa will do that.

[@MajTom101]

@@SurmaSampo "Increase the inertia of the head by increasing the mass" Neutron star helmets when?

[@minsyoo]

"Like we learned from the Subway guy, weight loss ain't enough to distract from every sin"

[@aaronkratzmann9703]

That was pretty savage.

[@dylanwebber763]

Fun Fact: The FBI used dogs trained to sniff out the chemicals used to make PCBs, easily finding the flash drives sewed into Jared's couch.

[@scuffed_chicken8394]

Fuckin jared

[@TheEwanMC]

The earliest possible time for Jared to see this reference is his earliest possible release date, July 11, 2029, a month before his 52nd birthday.

[@Nunyabizn3ss]

@@TheEwanMC And not many will shed a tear if he doesn’t make it there.

[@christianbh]

Now that I know about FIM my SNELL helmet suddenly seems inadequate.

[@s70driver2005]

Just because a new safety standard comes out doesn't automatically make a old not keep you safe. Snell is still a good standard. FIM is just better. Also take into consideration the manufacturer and how they achieved the FIM standard. Barely passing a test doesn't matter if the helmet falls apart on its own.

[@Devilcry91]

@@s70driver2005 "the barely passing" part can be applicated the Snell and other standards too tho, who can say those who passed Snell or other standards did it "barely" or at "full marks". Still there's no point using old standard when a new and safer is "released". Like cars for example: abs, traction control, emergency stop are all standards that every car has nowadays, it's only normal to opt for a safer option and I hope all will adopt the new FIM standard. Obv, if I have a old and functional helment I won't change it for no reason only because the new standard is out.

[@prez7276]

Do u think this standard might begin to apply to road racing

[@petrosdimitriospilichos9195]

@@s70driver2005 please note that fim says how well their helmets did

[@redlinethin]

@†Christian H† Imagine how DOT guys feel ... 😂😂😂

[@CIA.Langley]

Me: don’t even own a bike. Also me: watching a helmet video cause FortNine.

[@tomadamclarke4509]

😂😂😂😂

[@jimmyandersson5135]

Whats fortnine?

[@dimosk7389]

Me: i thinks its time for you to buy your first motorcycle ;)

[@vxn_shetty]

Don't have 100$ in bank. Don't have a bike. Still watching this not sure why😂

[@baxterforbes]

@@jimmyandersson5135 the guys name lmao

[@Indarow]

FIM approved... well. That’s going to change how I buy my next helmet.

[@Tb0n3]

Depends on how long from now you buy. The only helmet in this breakdown with the rating is $2000. Maybe you'll find helmets with FIM later on, maybe not. It depends on if the public hears about it like the others.

[@A_Ride_To]

Tb0n3 well the list that he showed in this video has multiple helmets on it that already passed and are FIM approved. And most of them are under 1000$

[@Tb0n3]

@@A_Ride_To I was looking at the list and some seem to be discontinued, and others unavailable in the US, and still others only available in XS-S. It's pretty limited. Especially for an XL.

[@ChaosBW]

@@Tb0n3 it depends if bigger companies start making helmets you mean If Nike or adidas or somebody with big millions got into the market

[@amsd1231]

@@ChaosBW Motorcycling is not a growing industry. It would be more likely to see Nike move into esports apparel than see them make motorcycle helmets.

[@weir-t7y]

That subway guy joke is the most underrated joke you've ever made. That was savage

[@marshallfischer3667]

I missed it. I'm going to have to rewatch...

[@DanteYewToob]

@@marshallfischer3667 He said "Like we all learned from the subway guy; weight loss isn't enough to distract from your other sins." Bahahaha Nice. I live Ryan and his witty savage jokes.

[@hrishikeshpatil6962]

@@DanteYewToob Jared I think Reminded me of the South Park episode 😂

[@andrewblythe9279]

I stopped the video just to make this comment, only to find it here already... Well done sir

[@rgh622]

Brutal! I just got it. I thought he meant the actual subway, not the sandwich shop subway.

[@Absquatulationist]

As an American I take offense to the proposition that we see the world through cross hairs. We have targeting computers too.

[@firefighteruppy9121]

Yeah... it's hard to see thru the crosshairs when you're shooting from the hip...

[@just-dl]

cross hairs? we don't need no stinkin' cross hairs! :-)

[@Rick_Sanchez_C137_]

rforrestg As an American, I see the world at the top of the triangle (if they are closer than 200M) like in a trijicon.... or atop a post and through a peep sight, like my issued M4 or my personal AR.......

[@liebherr11602]

The British tried cross hairs...

[@Jaybiiird]

This is a quality coment thread XD

[@dungeon5028]

this channel is a diamond, rare and brilliant

[@GollumBeetus]

Dungeon 50 I couldn’t agree more

[@JoeHatesItHere]

Well, actually...diamonds are the most common compared to other gemstones. Rubies and emeralds are more rare.

[@solidhyrax]

Too bad that diamonds aren't rare at all, but good try.

[@kristen0009]

@@solidhyrax what makes them expensive?

[@GollumBeetus]

Solid Hyrax it’s a figure of speech bud. But of course someone has to argue semantics

[@sanityimpaired]

I've been watching a lot of helmet review videos, some from big name suppliers, and none of them seem to understand why helmets have certain features. They either don't even make an effort to understand why helmets have certain features, or they make clearly uneducated guesses. That physics background is definitely having an influence, and I really appreciate the insight it offers.

[@joetrosclair8434]

I LOVE the Visor on my Icon Airflite. It’s incredibly easy to use with gloves on. That extra lip on the visor makes it easier to open and close. Also, you don’t have to touch ANYWHERE near the visibility area so less smudges. The Visibility from inside is AMAZING. I don’t care about the weight, once it’s on my head it’s the most comfortable helmet I’ve ever owned.

[@jellafella6957]

This, tried out some other helmets recently and couldn't get over the relatively limited visibility.

[@spartanx169x]

@@jellafella6957 Same for me. I want to see as much as possible while still protecting my face as much as possible.

[@RajerThatYT]

Which model of the Icon Airflite?

[@joetrosclair8434]

@@RajerThatYT Inky Blue. My profile picture 😉

[@thetessellater9163]

No-one makes well - researched, informative and highly entertaining videos like this guy. So good, I watched it twice. Thank you, Ryan.

[@andherium]

0:15 AGV k6 3:20 HJC F70 Helmet 4:53 Bell Broozer Helmet 6:40 AGV Pista GP RR Helmet

[@Nitu_S.C.]

Bell Broozer Helmet is 189 Euro in Netherlands...suspiciously cheap. Although as anyone else I can be highly tempted by the price and the review (FortNine seems very informed) I tend to hesitate. Can you or anyone give me an opinion about this helmet?

[@a.s5983]

@@Nitu_S.C. don't Buy it it's really bad horrible wind noise and head stability at high speed I have one. Helmet makes your neck pull forward at 60mph/100kph

[@Nitu_S.C.]

@@a.s5983 I've ended buying a HJC RPHA 11 Carbon Bleer Black / Red helmet...I'm currently waiting for it. Tnx!!

[@a.s5983]

@@Nitu_S.C. I bought the same brand HJC RPHA 70 I use the broozer with the black tinted lenses for close short rides to run errands

[@Nitu_S.C.]

@@a.s5983 Interesting approach. Maybe you think you should not waste the money spent on the broozer if you've already bought it, but in my case, seeing dangerous, even deadly situations very close to what I call now home, I'll never risk wearing anything but good gear for my head. We only have one and if we damage it or lose it, well...there is nothing left to protect anymore.

[@nikhilpereira5038]

Hey Ryan, as a journalist myself, I can vouch that this is yet another amazing analysis by yourself. I particularly found the FIM-standard explanation bit top notch. Keep it up, and waiting to see more astutely scripted reviews from you in the future.

[@youtubeaccount5153]

Why wait for the future? Check out the archives.

[@MoazzamStudio]

I am truly shocked every year of how this guy still hasn't blown up and how evey biker doesn't follow him 😂

[@MoHawk_1970]

I really honk he needs his own television show. He has a ton of material to use and cover for the next 10 seasons of television. Who needs those 3 guys testing super cars when we have.......Fortnine!!!!

[@PureVenomthe1]

It's a shame actually

[@daviddewolf1982]

I realy thanks there are realy a lot of Guys (proboubly old Guys) who just wil not like this.

[@bobgould99]

@@daviddewolf1982 I'm 73 & I always look for Fortnine's reviews because he's the best but I still ride an MT09.

[@glenholmgren1218]

@@daviddewolf1982 Boomer Here, Can Confirm: YOU are WRONG! Love me some Fort9👍😎

[@craigoldsen1667]

Because of your critique of the Bell Broozer helmet, which topped the research sources that I was able to find online and the video from Spurge at Revzilla, I ordered one and just got it yesterday afternoon. I found the sizing chart to be right on track with my 23” head fitting perfectly in the 'large' size, intermediate shell size. I also consulted with Rachel, a 'Gear Geek' at Revzilla, who was very helpful in reassuring me that the size chart ran true to my head measurement. I rode in a 25 mph, quartering Nebraska headwind yesterday to see how noisy it would be and was pleased to find that the volume of noise was actually much less than what I had expected. The visor is easy to operate, even with a gloved hand. The vents however, are quite 'positive' and require stopping to use both hands to open or close them....not a problem for me. THANK YOU, RYAN for all the effort you put into your channel and thanks again for helping me select a great modular helmet that I intend to use a LOT!

[@lackingpoint]

I picked up a HJC70 about 3 months ago. It's probably the nicest helmet I've ever bought. Everything just works and it's as light as my old HJC dirt bike helmet. The view port being large is something I didn't notice, but now that you mention it, it's something I appreciate. That and the fact that I can wear glasses with it unlike my Bell helmet.

[@mctourer5549]

I have a C70 as well, it's definitely a really nice helmet, it's the most comfortable helmet I've got. I just picked up the HJC I90 haven't rode with it yet but it feels really comfortable too.

[@82tonypr]

Hey, it's always good to get your head out of the current state of affairs and back to what we want for 10 minutes, So thank you for this! Plus, it's a great video, as always!

[@boristhe_blade8645]

82tonypr what do you mean by “current state of affairs”? Is something happening with Ryan/F9 uniquely?

[@loggling5135]

@@boristhe_blade8645 He probably means COVID-19

[@spongemonster_]

Love that you brought FIM into the light here. Certainly something to look forward to for the 'regular' helmets.

[@gnarlymoe5097]

This dude been selling me motorbike accessories I never knew I needed for my nonexistent bike 🤣🤣🤣

[@christopherspick5111]

Pmsl

[@cammymillard7385]

He's the reason I'm getting a bike in September 😳🤪

[@IvanVassiljevitsch]

I'm not even interested in motorcycles, let alone own one, but this is a joy to watch

[@unclejj509]

Why don't you like motorcycles? Just curious

[@IvanVassiljevitsch]

@@unclejj509 nah it's not like i dislike them, i'm just not interested in them

[@unclejj509]

@@IvanVassiljevitsch That's cool..... but I agree that the content on this channel top notch!

[@ggj666]

Thank god for 10 minutes of Fortnine , sanity returns for a brief moment in the UK lockdown

[@samriddell6043]

finally, time to watch this 3 times over

[@greencondoresq]

I'm actually in the market for a new helmet and FortNine comes through again!

[@taylor2105]

Make sure to buy from them. They're one of the few good companies around.

[@Dannn666]

The sheer quality of these videos rival the best the internet has to offer. As a new(ish) rider, I really appreciate the transparency videos like this, afford a consumer.

[@Hige-san]

Things like this are why this channel is so special. They could have probably just gotten one of those companies as a sponsor and shilled the $2000 lifts. But instead they teach us how to make our own without breaking the bank. Thank you everyone at F9.

0:20 "Most of us will never own the longest penis but you can own the lightest helmet in the world." Wait, can't I compensate with the loudest pipe? OH DAMN.

[@dawgydawg6264]

The smaller it is, the more you need to compensate. Anything below 5’’ you need a Harley to rev the piss out of in busy strips.

[@dippyass4u]

Go with both and play it safe!

[@Fee.1]

DawgyDawg harleys don’t rev

@@dawgydawg6264 Actually, there's a direct reciprocal correlation between IQ and Harley engine displacement. Or was that decibel levels? It's all so confusing.

[@dawgydawg6264]

OOO confirmed: Harley riders have small helmets

[@TeslasSecret]

A video covering airbag jackets (whether integrated ones or stand alone units) would be great. I had never heard of the FIM standard. Brilliant news.

[@FortNine]

Working on the airbag one! Should have it done soon-ish. ~RF9

[@SirWilliamification]

This is a dream come true, I exactly wanted that, came here to post it and pray and find that not only it has been asked but also replied. Fantastic!!!

[@SirWilliamification]

@@FortNine fantastic news!!

[@ritamatthews2655]

@@FortNine Love the passion in your vids. In regards to helmets could you say something about the airflow to prevent fogging in regards to eyeglass wearers. Keep up the great work! Cheers S

[@TeslasSecret]

@@ritamatthews2655 Have you ever tried Respro's "Foggy" breath guard? It's worked wonders for me.

[@oliverdenny1869]

About FIM: I believe the SHARP Helmet Safety Scheme does something similar, in that it gives different safety ratings.

[@sarahdell4042]

I’ve used SHARP ratings to purchase all of my helmets. Useful information, along with this channel. Hopefully they make enough waves for companies to change

[@HakanKoseoglu]

Will not purchase anything below 4star SHARP ratings, all but one here has 5, and it is possible to buy 5star

[@hvymtal8566]

Yeah, but there's two problems with SHARP 1. It only covers full-face and modular helmets 2. By being a UK DfT standard, it only rates helmets sold in the EU and UK Markets; unless the same helmet is sold under the same name elsewhere, it can be a pain in the ass to see what's what for non-European riders

[@SurmaSampo]

@@hvymtal8566 Still better than the nothing every other market provides for comparative safety evaluations.

[@DaemonViews]

I also looked at the sharp results and especially when looking for a budget helmet for my girlfriend. Amazing how good some of those scores are in the budget realm as well. In the store over here the ones with good scores had the sharp score on the sticker that is on the visor. Only downside with sharp is the limited array of helmets they have tested. Not even all popular shoei, arai or Schubert lids are tested. Sharp also immediately makes apparent why arai refuses drop down sun visors or flip ups. The hits in those areas are clearly worse. But I do really welcome the new standard as it will cover more helmets and thus force manufacturers to update.

[@OoavastoO]

"FIM responded with the bureaucratic equivalent of 'Kiss my balls.' " I literally snort-laughed at the way he put the emphasis on 'balls'. Hilarious! 😂

[@maximustwowheelicus7196]

I like the catch system on the AGV helmets, it allows you to lock them slightly open for better airflow in relative humidity. I'm not sure i agree with the hard to open, I think its just down to knowing how to use it. push and flick in one movement. Although yes the sighting system takes a bit of getting used to.

[@KhaosWolf94]

"Forces me to see the world through crosshairs, like an American." *I am an American and I approve this Message.*

[@hraharahra]

Did you mean iMessage?

[@neoskhaos]

He meant like a yank, America is a continent

[@Sammer467]

As an American I must say this is true...

[@scottmuck]

hraharahra that’s good.

[@jt6366]

He meant American. Because it’s the United States of America’s. Better known around here as ‘merica. And we like our guns. But Canadians also like their guns... so don’t get too confused by this😁 Perhaps it’s a northern continental thing?

[@letmejustsay]

I'll say it every time. This is such a good channel!

[@bostonphotographer20]

11 dislikes (at time of this post) were from Helmet company execs.

[@Rick_Sanchez_C137_]

John Small Gee, are you from one of the tyrant nations that doesn’t allow you to be a free citizen (ie firearm owner), or one of the countries that says you can be a free citizen but only if you’re rich and pay a huge fee (bribe) for your freedom which they say can be revoked any time they want?

[@TheTech9]

My wife won't let my get a bike. I've never owned anything over 50cc and there doesn't appear to be hope of me ever riding again yet here I sit watching several of your videos in a a row... A testament to just how appetizingly well made they are

[@Spiffy35]

man i remember watching your videos like 4 years ago, when i started riding, good to see you doing well m8

[@MoeOthman]

*I love videos like this, please do gloves, and boots next!*

[@space-cowboy3680]

Helmet Manufacturers: *Sitting together all enjoying the profits they’ve made from their quality helmets* *Nokia walks in to the room* Nokia: Hey guys, we’re making helmets now Helmet Manufacturers: *visible worry and profuse sweating*

[@tappajaav]

Yes sir I'd like to order a nokia 3310 helmet.

[@salsamancer]

Hey you can wear a bulletproof 1" steel dome even if you wanted a hard shell. Doesn't mean it's going to protect your head.

[@oozorakyou]

that helmet is actually to protect the earth from crashing lol

[@lonelybyte5881]

Crashing causes earthquakes

[@pingislife2653]

"through crosshairs....like an American." Damn, you're killing it here in TX, hahaha.

[@neoskhaos]

He meant like a yank, America is a continent

[@JacopoSkydweller]

Hmmmm pretty sure Canadian's call themselves Canadian's, not North North Americans. Pretty sure Mexicans call themselves Mexicans and not Southern North Americans. #Pedanticbro

[@UserName-us1nm]

@@JacopoSkydweller I've just now started to call myself a North North American, eat those words!

[@JacopoSkydweller]

@@UserName-us1nm Ohh, the humanity.

[@TVNDRA]

@@JacopoSkydweller Fellow North American here, I too look at the world through crosshairs unlike my Northern north and Southern North counterparts.

[@Snakebloke]

I don't own a bike, would like to, but never been super bothered about it. Until now. This is one of the best channels I've seen online. Massively impressed.

[@sonshiptoloyalfriendship]

FACE~TO~FACE with JESUS... As I go into prayer and seek my King -Jesus, the fellowship is so awesome and intense, that when I come out of it, I’ve realized it’s been at least 10 hours, sometimes more, of Him pouring His love over me and then me pouring my Love on Him... So intense is it, that it knocks me out to sleep after a whole day’s prayer of INTIMACY... I have to get a good days rest just to wake up and Love Him again... For I love Him “with all my STRENGTH” and every bit of it is used just to wake up again to Love Him... I arise morning by morning to start this process all over again just to Love Him and spend time with Him all day... THIS IS LIFE TO ME...!!! And it is the secret behind this great ministry given to me.. IT’S THE FELLOWSHIP!” ~David E. Taylor~

[@andik.4235]

Sometimes I need way more "Thumbs up" than I can give to show my gratitute for the quality of the content. Please, keep it up.

[@nexorabolis]

"The industry doesn't like it, so we love it." I like that quote

[@crewgadjy]

“It forces me to see the world through crosshairs, like an American”, brilliant, love it.

[@MrBigblue88]

I like this guy...honest, straightforward and with a dry sense of humour. I really liked his Harley video, I am still pissed about the whole 1983, 750cc issue.

[@exystantyt]

I just got a new helmet about a month ago. I tried on the new HJC F70 helmet and I LOVED IT! It was so comfortable, sleek looking, and loved the colors. I bought an HJC CL-17 two years ago when I got my first motorcycle. I got that helmet after watching your videos about helmet ratings, like SNELL rating. So I got it because it had a SNELL rating. I ordered it on Amazon and when I got it, it was a little big, but, usable. So after 2 years and riding more on the highway daily, I needed a smaller one because the speed on the highway would turn my helmet some because it didn’t fit correctly. I didn’t have $300 for a new helmet, for the HJC F70, so I got an LS2. I really love my cheaper LS2 (paid $150), but, would definitely get an HJC F70 possibly one day when I can spend $300+ on a helmet. Thanks for your review. Love you bro ❤️

[@trackintegra99]

that shot at Bombardier though haha

[@launch4]

Can you explain that for me? What's the deal with the C Series? Cheers.

[@lewisallan9963]

@@launch4 it's one of Boeing's aircraft I think, bombardier designed it but sold the design and boring made major bank selling it , practically made them what they are today. Bombardier could have been Boeing today but they fd up

[@surtrgio]

@@lewisallan9963 Airbus, because of muh protection from the US-gov

[@deadlyair]

Some of these one liners are actually incredible. Everyone picking up on the crosshairs line and I'm still laughing at the subway joke :D

[@dg_goldenboy]

picked up an F70 and I love it! Thanks for all the hard work you do.

[@earlshiller43]

Unquestionably the best reviews (of any product) on KZbin!

[@generalyellor8188]

I've been a daily rider in Los Angeles for 35 years, have owned over thirty personal bikes, and I don't know how many helmets I've owned--but several dozen for sure; however, only about two years ago did I discover that my head shape is not a Medium Oval, but a Long Oval. What a revelation in comfort that was! And as far as I know, the only high-quality helmet that fits my head the way it should is Arai's Signet X. Very expensive for a road-going helmet, but after the basic high-level of safety standards are considered and met, comfort (and not a crushed forehead that leaves a mark), is my #1 consideration when buying a helmet.

[@rustyevolution6298]

Yup. I want me one of them FIM hobgoblin helmets when they become available and reasonably priced. Specifically an ADV model. Arai are you listening?

[@hectorvalero8562]

“See the world through crosshair. Like an American”... *loads 20 guns with malicious intent*

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Canadians have guns too. Even citizens of China have guns, but they gotta keep them at a range and pay stupid amounts of money for the privilege.

[@troyjollimore4100]

Kinda proving his point, Hector... ;)

[@_Clamps_]

I lost it at that point, wife thinks I'm crazy now.

[@ElementofKindness]

Wait. You don't have all your guns loaded at all times? Amateur!!

[@alphaforce6998]

Thankfully we have a well-armed populace now that they scumlords are trying to implode what's left of America with this virus hoax.

[@hktcss]

I just purchased the Bell Broozer before seeing this episode. Flawless for me, I like it as it’s aggressive looking and suits being used on a cruiser bike. I wanted the Bell Rogue but as you said no shield so to me it’s no good for colder riding season. Also my Bell Broozer feels light as, and very snug. Low wind noise with the vents closed. Also I’m in Australia. Keep up the great work F9.

[@nickgee7291]

Love the one liners! So many tasteful fun jokes! And I love the Canadian references! This channel is not just informative but also entertaining! It's like the donut of motorcycles! It's fortnine! So much better than other motorcycle channels that sound like sales reps! This is a cool channel! It's really the only channel for motorcycles ! It's in own class!

[@SuperKINGXON]

You oversold it a little but I agree 😂

[@nickgee7291]

@@SuperKINGXON mah man! Or should I say, Maw man!

[@williamcovey9703]

Production values are superb. The host is opinionated, informative and entertaining. What's not to like!? FortNine, you make me want to get off my old ass and buy a motorcycle! THANK YOU!

[@ahmedshamsi9737]

The price difference between the k6 and pista is to convince the Italians that work is not an 8 hour espresso break

[@richardmiller8028]

Life through cross hairs... like an American...😂 My brew just got sprayed all over my I pad..! 😂 🤣

[@Tobeon2]

I know, right!?? It cracked me up..🤣😂.. It almost made me go out to ride in Chicago where it is 40 degree F now.. Lol..

[@miraclerouge2313]

​@@Tobeon2 try riding like a canadian, straight through our winters in -20 and i have the scars to prove it

[@Nherdvous]

miraclerouge No. 😂

[@exothermal.sprocket]

I guess that's why the USA has never been invaded. Such a pitiful thing.

[@lovelessissimo]

@@exothermal.sprocket Don't get all serious about it.

[@Pipodecatan]

“Ground breaking helmets” don’t want to need to be separated from the floor with an espatula matey Great video as always

[@Splimbo]

Im not interested in motorcycles but i love how this guy has a very classic Tv approach to his videos but zoomer refined, wished he branched off to other topics because these videos are well put together.

[@S14tube]

Intellect, entertainment and education. A rare and precious combo on the interwebs. Much appreciated. Cheers Ryan

[@romiarkan450]

HJC F70 is literally a Godsend. Good ventilation, bluetooth ready, sun visor gives enough room for people wearing prescription glasses, at a slanted price. It just sums up the brand so well.

[@glennjosephmalenab8638]

I'm glad I found your channel before buying my first ever helmet. Props to you mate. Pls do arm/knee/bag pads videos as well.

[@mcluhanmedia1223]

Seriously though, how and where do you find all of this highly specific and super helpful information??

[@amsd1231]

He works for a company that sells motorcycle gear.

[@mcluhanmedia1223]

Yeah, but still though...I know plenty of guys that work for various motorcycle companies who don’t know half as much as this guy. But the question remains: where exactly does he find this information? Journals, expert interviews, magazines, experience, etc.??

[@amsd1231]

@@mcluhanmedia1223 No one will know until Ryan tells us but I suspect Fortnine has a product research team that look into that kinda stuff before they decide to sell the items on their website.

[@thetruemorg]

I'm not a motorcyclist nor ever will be one because of the death I've seen on the road. I clicked on the video on accident but I got to say that I was completely compelled for the entire video even knowing that I will never purchase a helmet. There's a lot of science and humor and this is the most awesome channel that I want to watch even though I have no reason to. Please take this as the highest compliment that I can give

[@StevenCasteelYT]

I love seeing how every sphere of manufacturing has such amazing engineering and bleeding edge material science.

[@toddstevens8506]

Except when it interferes with making a buck.

[@Tigerric3]

i'd love to see you test Ruroc and 6D helmets though :) especially 6D cause it's completely different ...

[@mattbardon6390]

Completely agree!:) I'm doing my license at the moment and really like the Atlas 2.0......but still hesitant because I don't know if its actually as good as people say (youtubers who got it for free to talk about it), or genuinely safe🤷‍♂️

[@theguitarhero898]

@@mattbardon6390 Yaa I would not get that helmet if I were you. Its customers are like beta testers at the moment.. look into Bell/HJC for an awesome helmet with tons of features without the high price or Shoei for a more premium price with more premium features (i.e. VERY quiet inside). Rurocs look awesome..but one bad issue is with the pull tab for the liner (what emergency services use to pull when they need to remove the helmet without shifting your head/neck around if trauma occurred). The pull tab hangs OUTSIDE the helmet through the bottom of the liner... unsafe, unwise, and straight up ridiculous how they could let that slide during R&D. Buy wisely my friend! A $500 helmet better be safer than that! Shoei is my pick if you are dropping that much money.

[@Juror63]

@@theguitarhero898 You a paid shill?

[@Juror63]

Agreed, I'm interested too.

[@mattbardon6390]

@@theguitarhero898 hey thanks for the lengthy and friendly response! Rare on youtube^^ Wow that does seem stupid...wouldn't want my cheekpad to get ripped out during a crash! Yes I can see im a bit clouded from how cool it looks....if I'm honest to myself, I know I shouldn't get it. Maybe when a third comes out^^ Also looking at the hjc rpha 70, or the scorpion exo 1400. They seems like smarter purchases :) Have a good one🙏✌

[@dannyfresh6697]

"See the world through crosshair. Like an American" XD

[@nickcardone7119]

OK ,He got me at "The great Gazoo ...I know hes not that old,..lol

[@Rick_Sanchez_C137_]

Nick Cardone It played in syndication in the states for decades, lots of other countries keep playing certain American shows for decades longer and in better spots than they play in the USA.... I would watch Three Stooges in the morning in Afghanistan in 2010...

[@user-kw6fx9su1z]

He doesnt own the conpany. There are writers.

[@ChristianLeeForeverFamilyComic]

@@user-kw6fx9su1z He writes all of the scripts.

[@tomyoung3087]

Great videos as always, and your humour is getting better every year

[@resinsmp]

Quality journalism mixed with an appropriate splash of sarcasm. Great stuff.

[@MajTom101]

Hey Ryan, thrilled about the FIM standard. Any thoughts as to how it measures against the 5 level Sharp rating that's been around for a few years now?

[@alphaforce6998]

Who cares? These are just sales tools that really don't amount to much. Most people who fall off their bike fall on their side and slide. Any decent helmet that won't shatter on contact will suffice...and if you are in a wreck more serious than that, you are unlikely to be walking away anyway.

[@SgtRaptor]

Alpha Force wait are you honestly saying that a racing standard which is mandatory as of 2020 in Superbike and GP races is just a sales tool? That‘s like saying the safety measures taken in Formula 1 are just for show. As Ryan explained, Snell and ECE are catered to the manufacturer. The FIM Standard is made with the racers in mind. But hey, you go and Ride with a 20$ bucket, I don‘t see any harm done in your case

[@alphaforce6998]

@@SgtRaptor Are you saying that racing isn't big business whose primary reason for existing is as a promotional vehicle for manufacturers? And are you denying that manufacturers have to pay a licensing fee to display whatever "safety" logo it is on their products? It is really just a cash grab... and let's not go straw-manning here. There are some shtt helmets that would be just as bad as wearing none, but that doesn't mean a $2000 helmet with the new sticker is going to protect you 10x better than a $200 HJC. Also, this channel is a business and it is paid to promote products...or what do they call it... promotional consideration.

[@MajTom101]

@@alphaforce6998 Except that Ryan specifically doesn't endorse the $2000 lid sporting the FIM sticker, due to the price point. As for the 'shtt helmets', the science currently indicates that any and all helmets are better than none. While there are no public crash statistics that differentiate between brands, price points, or certifications, the Sharp rating (and I will assume the FIM standard) *are* based on real-world studies and better impact attenuation directly correlates to the energy transfer to the brain. This world is absolutely full of cash grabs, scams, and conflicts of interest, but at the end of the day I will spend as much on a helmet as my brain is worth to me, and you can bet that I will follow science-based testing standards when making that choice.

[@alphaforce6998]

@@MajTom101 Tells us of his precious "brain". Rattles off a litany of marketing jargon claimed to be "science". Misses the simple point that the "safer" helmets will be sold at a premium, and that the lack fo endorsement of the $2K helmet is irrelevant because the purpose of the safety stickers is to get dopes who think whatever bullshit they want to believe is true if only it is labeled as science. And there are no "real world studies" that directly compare the effectiveness of a particular helmet solely or primarily based upon whatever safety sticker is applied to them. You should be more picky about what you put into your brain rather than what you put on your head, because like all the fools that roll up talking about junk science thinking they're "enlightened geniuses" for doing so, you have only shown that you are as ignorant as the rest. Fools and their money... lol

[@DARIVSARCHITECTVS]

Hey F9, YOUR reviews TELL US what we need to hear, light-years ahead of the advertising videos RevZilla uses. Keep up the good work!

[@UnShEeP924]

Loved how you explained each helmet Ryan (i.e lemonade stand and my fav kiss my ba**s). We need more like you but since you're doing such an amazing job at this we're grateful. Keep it up brother. Love from 🇮🇳❤️❤️❤️

[@chrish3252]

I come for the reviews...I stay for the sharp wit. Dude is educational and funny.

[@nailmcnugget9284]

Bought the F70 and I have to say I feel so safe in it and is super comfy once broken in a bit

[@moee1337]

I dont know why, but im watching this like the 3rd or 4th time. And the Crosshair joke at 2:35 gets me every single time. xD

[@SuzukiC41]

"It forces me to see the world through crosshairs... Like an American"

[@TheSniperGTO]

When I rev up my Indian, bald eagles fly out the exhaust pipes.

[@kingpaulf]

Take a closer look, they're actually flaming monkeys.

[@monkmoto1887]

@Today'sTomSawyer what's that, do everything they can to NOT wipe them out even though they tried to massacre every settlement they were near. At one point the so called natives killed over 1/4 the population of Minnesota. They got off lucky, they could have killed them all and many were prepared too

[@monkmoto1887]

@Today'sTomSawyer that's not even true. The victorious have been shamed unduly. They did the right thing but got accused of doing the wrong thing

[@monkmoto1887]

@Today'sTomSawyer Half the things you said literally never happened like the blankets myth and last I checked there's over 50 million today. Do you remember what started the walk of tears? Do you know how many innocent people were literally mutilated which perpetuated the response?

[@monkmoto1887]

Rrreeeeee

[@DG-ss1gc]

Maybe people can upvote this is good info: first 100% respect to Ryan F9 , I don’t have to say much more than that. Y’all already know. He did miss a detail on the K6s AGV helmet that might have changed his perspective. He mentions you have to press the button and raid the visor in one fluid motion. This is not how it should be, the FIM or MGP (w/e) visor on this actually has a single small Phillips head bolt that holds the clip tang on the plastic face shield. The tang is in a slot that is clearly designed to be fine tuned. You can move it in four directions x/y in order to make it work properly. Adjust the tangs position so that when you push in the button it has tension such that it pops out of the slot just enough so it won’t relatch when you depress the button. This makes is a much easier thing to operate , it has a positive click you feel then at your confidence you push the face shield up. I too would have criticized this helmet. Ryan did a fantastic review , the ONLY reason he missed this I think , is because he wouldn’t have changed the visor . When I put a third party photochromic visor on mine , I ended up swapping the clip tang from my Agv shield to the third party shield , and that’s when I saw that adjustment by the end user was intended.

[@ammo2960]

Bro I can watch an hour long video about anything at all if YOU make it....you have an amazing ability I commend you on your skills. I already own 3 helmets and sold my bike last September, still watched this entire video while getting breakfast ready for my son.

[@rakibraihan5959]

"Crashing into the ground like a pogo stick!"😂🤣

[@stevew145]

0:57 I thought he was going to tell us about the Dacia Sandero

[@LearningyourRoots]

Wasted more airspace than the bombardier c-series 😂😂

[@0311marinevet]

But they look so freaking cool to me lol

[@lfakerson7703]

These are always the best videos of the year.

[@SnifferSock]

Buh, the quality is what I'd expect from a channel 10x this size.

[@thomasgarrison3949]

I checked out all these helmets, only 2 are Eyewear compatible, the Bell Broozer & the AGV K6.

[@prestonm.4874]

thank you

[@schneecoraxx8689]

some of out here trynna see, and you are out hero

[@johnmalin2028]

I got the hjc f70 and it work fine with sunglasses.

[@vanstry]

How about the quietest helmets out there? Pretty tired with how noisy helmets are these days.

[@anthonyparkhurst9218]

"... like an American" -- best line ever!

[@naytecv]

I was just passing by in search of Broozer info, but this video was awesome, both interesting and really entertaining. :) Subscribed.

[@Sammer467]

Love this channel!!! The K6 button is quite easy to use with gloves on - Bought it 2 weeks ago and am very very happy.

[@aludamin]

I hear a Jeremy Clarkson influence in this man's voice.

[@Toma.s]

Good point

[@cockneyblue]

Was going to say the same

[@rickarddt]

"How can I be homophobic?? I watch lesbian porn.." one of the best Clarkson quotes.

[@venomtailOG]

Can you review the Ruroc Atlas 2.0 helmet? I've been looking at it for nearly a year but can't tell if marketing or they're actually good. I'd trust your review

[@knightsljx]

it's ECE rated, so there's some assurance there. But there's no way I'm trusting my life to that magnetic clasp closure. sure it doesn't open on tension. but as this video shows, crashes are not 1-dimensional

[@redlinethin]

@venomtail1 watch DanDanTheFireman review, first honest 2.0 review on the Tube. After that review Ruroc told him to change his review as they didnt like it. That pissed him off so much he actually had a life stream about it. I watched it and oh boy has it changed my mind about Ruroc as a company. Not touching this brand if they pay me.

[@greenambles]

"Good nudes!" 00:57 seconds...Ryan, just consistently excellent work mate...keep it coming....

[@jamesbradley5908]

I may have watched this video 12 -15 times. I apprciate this channel so much

[@kingkendrick7097]

I don't even have a motorcycle but I love watching your videos because I ride an electric skateboard and a lot of the gear like motorcycle jackets, gloves and helmets is useful to me as well