I cut a Sedici in half. Sedici Strada 2 vs. Ruroc Atlas 3.0 vs. Shoei RF-1400

[@yammienoob]

New user name suggestion: The Helmet Slicer lol

[@XSR_RUGGER]

Lid Splitter

[@lovelessissimo]

You should be the Porsche Ornament.

[@MrKillervincent]

Yosemitee yam getting his eye in 😂

[@mtam203]

Still no turbobusa... Lol

[@danielnoordijkdn]

The 🍠 ⭐️ this is gold

[@Christopher-so4dn]

Thanks for taking the time to take this on a ride! So many helmet reviews never bother to take it for a ride...

[@ShiffySpiffy]

I own both an atlas 3.0 and a strada 2 (carbon) .... The strada 2 is infinitely more comfortable and easier to live with than the atlas. For literally half the price, the padding is leaps and bounds better than the ruroc. I wish I never bought my ruroc, or at least waited until they had a solution to the padding. Ive got my cardo and speakers set up in the strada 2 and i have no issues. I cannot even put the ruroc on when the speakers are in. It's extremely painful to put on and especially take off. Its even more painful when you have cauliflower ear from training MMA.

[@jonthepiercerman]

I have the same two helmets and feel the exact same way! Eurocentric was a big waste of money!!

[@kazi1762]

Hey how’s that Batman helmet? And where’d u get it from?

[@marcoduvall4404]

Dopeness. Come to 10p Miami :) 🤙

[@therythymtherebel9332]

not gonna lie ... as a new rider I went with the Sedici Strada II Carbon helmet because it was DOT/ECE rated, it looked pretty good, (because I wear glasses) the inner visor shades fit over my glasses and it wasn't 600 clams. I also figured as a new rider I'll probably abuse the hell out of everything before I learn to take care of everything. Eventually I'll get a better crafted Helmet (i actually like the AGV line) but Sedici isnt bad so far.

[@fdgxgngclips9294]

so after 2 years what’s your overall thoughts?

[@RalphMercuroMusic]

When the time comes, keep an eye on closeout RF1400's. You can get them around $400

[@LightlessAMG]

​@@RalphMercuroMusicwhat do you mean? When, where?

[@cycberlocalcowboi6173]

@@fdgxgngclips9294he is not with us anyore😂

[@rebman5150]

I have the Strada II and it's very comfortable. Love the vents and the padding is something (IMO) you would find in a $600+ helmet. My only gripe is changing the shield; when you click in the new one, it feels like it's going to break.

[@adarngoodjoe4043]

Hopefully you get enough views and whatnot to offset the cost you incurred to make these videos. This is probably the most appropriate and informative video in response to the the whole Ruroc debate. I noted the same cost savings when I compared my wife's Sedici Strada 2 to my Shoei RF-SR.

[@scoutrifle6827]

If you're going to do this regularly, let me recommend a quality 14" bandsaw. Four seconds, perfect cut.

[@mtmatt8958]

The fact you're actually cutting into these helmets makes for great content. Much appreciated bro. Ride safe

[@drakeonyou]

I'm really impressed at what you do. I'm no big influencer but I'll share this on my page so that it'd possibly help you do more of these.

[@Snakeshit294]

yeah Ruroc helmet save you in a crash but they are still overpriced low quality garbage. this helmet here would have done the same thing like the overpriced garbage.

[@A_Tracerboi88]

Would love to see you spilt open the Scorpion Exo -R1 helmet

[@Gia_P.]

Yes, please... since CG sells but doesn't have them in store to look at.

[@119topdawg]

Bought a Sedici Sistima 2, so far I am very happy with it. I’m not a full coverage helmet wearer usually - first one in about 35 yrs. I tried on all the usual high end suspects - personally preferred the fit of the Arai overall all, the shoei was very nice fit, and several HJC’s were in the running, however the end I went with the sistima 2 because I loved the fit - you are right, it’s about the cheek piece. I have about 5,000 miles on it since July when I bought it. So far so good. Enjoyed your comparison.

[@frankwang8611]

Finally a motorcycle KZbinr that wears glasses on video! I love it. Keep it going bud your videos are great.

[@MattMills91]

Been in the market for a new helmet which is how I found your videos. I have the primo version of the sedici helmet(the snell rated version) which means I don't have the fold down sun visor, but is otherwise the same. I can absolutely say I wish I had either saved my money and gotten something else, or even spent less money on a scorpion helmet because those are nicer. Every issue you noted, I can verify is accurate. I can also say the cheek pads wear out VERY fast, like 2 months fast. There is no way I am safe in this helmet with how much it has loosened up.

[@brianbalcer]

I just got booted from the RMG Facebook group because when someone said the only people who are posting negative reviews are people who are jealous and don't have the cash to buy a Ruroc and I replied with every single person who has posted a negative, or positive, review has physically had the helmet and that it's okay to admit the helmet has problems. I then said I wish instead of constantly releasing new designs trying to get more money that they would focus a little more on fixing the issues with the current helmet, because really, with how cool it looks if they would just fix some simple things like the padding and fitment it would be a pretty great helmet. Was booted out of the group 30 minutes later

[@Gragon]

its interesting that ruroc skimped on seemingly the cheapest part. Its some foam and material.. put it in proper places in proper amount and there would be 0 hate

[@TheBiscuitFactory]

Subbed for sure. Community needs this type of in depth tear down of every helmet that ever comes out. You are in the forefront my man. Keep moving forward, you have a new sub and loyal fan.

[@GearsGadgets]

Thanks for the sub!

[@stuarthull5706]

AGV have special slots in the check pads for glasses which for me was a big selling point and the sun visor doesn’t catch them either.

[@HarleyFatBoyJr]

absolutely love your reviews bro!! keep um coming!!

[@Godforeverilove]

Try the Scorpian R420. It's a little older but It's one of the best beginner helmets (my opinion), is SNELL rated, and is currently $150. It's a popular helmet and i'm curious how you'll like it.

[@filamrider]

I bought the first Strada Carbon from CG 6 yrs ago 300ISH size large... its heavy for a carbon, bulky, but it's the first version.... good for cruising on my HD.... Now it's on my shelf as a spare....

[@2hotFL]

You are doing a great job. I'd love to see you include an Arai and a Bell in the mix, but on the other hand I'm not trying to send you to the poor house lol.

[@Wind.Road.Therapy]

Love this format. Well done

[@GearsGadgets]

Awesome, thank you!

[@pureforce56]

This is my 3rd video ive seen from your channnel. I am very impressed that you use your own money to buy and destroy helmets to educate the masses. I hope you get the financial blessings you need to keep doing these specific kinds of videos. Im going to venture a guess and say the 3 thumbs down came from revzilla, someone who bought this helmet and swears buy it and someone who doesnt own but likes this helmet and was butt hurt by it. You have my respect.

[@jeffomspaugh6691]

I don't know why but the Strata 2 I just bought came with a dark shield too

[@ad78]

Hey, i just got my Sedici Strada II carbon gloss for $279 2 days ago and im totally impressed!

[@JonFromSoCal]

Same here. I lost a bit of weight since I bought my last helmet and needed a good helmet at a decent price. No regrets so far.

[@brianmason8287]

I bought one last year for about 350.

[@ad78]

@@brianmason8287 yep, i took advantage of labor day and it has free cardo freecom 1+. Of course im not putting that lol. The cardo slim much nicer

[@motonick813]

I ride with the strada ll and I love it

[@joeschmoe2697]

Just got the strada 2, XXL as well. I think since you fit Shoei well you probably have a rounder head (wider sides) so that’s where you get the problem with the glasses. I don’t seem to have a problem at all putting my glasses on in the strada 2, but guess it depends person to person

[@cliff8675]

My first helmet when I restarted riding was (is) a Sedici Systema. It is ECE and Modular and the comfort level when I compared to Shoei did not compel me to move up the price scale. For entry level they are darn hard to beat. I ride year round so I have snowmobile insert that and when I change it out the skirt is a bit of a challenge to get back in. That said, mine stays locked in tight with a minute of work. Love seeing the insides of the various helmets.

[@TheBiscuitFactory]

Just got my 1400 after stupidly falling for ruroc.. the difference in quality. Just wow.

[@shotgunscott]

I have the Sedici Strada II in the exact color and I was considering the Ruroc Atlas 3.0, until I watched several reviews. The lack of ability to close the vents on the Rock without stopping to put plugs in is an absolute design failure. I was immediately impressed by the quality and feel of the Sedici cheek pads and liner. I have a Sena 20S Evo with U-Clear speakers and I can easily hear my music and navigation instructions over wind and exhaust noise. For reference I'm on a Harley V-Rod with baffle-less TAB exhaust.

[@StasWright]

Thanks for the tear down of the Sedici, I'm riding with their modular helmet. If you're looking for suggestions, like to see a ~$300 helmet like a Icon Airflite & maybe a ~$100 HJC CS-R3. I raced with a Shoei helmet years ago, but it didn't breath and was matte black. I've been buying budget helmets recently, but you're definitely selling me on the RF-1400.

[@BikesBeardsAndBrews]

As a glasses wearer I can safely say if you bought an HJC i90, the drop down lense will not hit your glasses

[@live4java]

Great series. I'm with you on the recommendation of the Shoei over the Sedici. The Sedici is a great helmet -for the price-. But when it comes to safety gear, it's worth paying a bit more for better protection. And, like you, I'm a Shoei guy. I've been waring them since the 80's. RF100, 107, 200, 700, etc., up to the GT Air I have now.

[@g20.charlie]

I Have an AGV K1. Same price as the Sedici $200. Love it

[@danmiglin840]

You might not love the K1 quite as much when the time comes to buy a new face shield when compared to a Sedici, HJC, or just about anyone else.

[@g20.charlie]

@@danmiglin840 lol yea their face shields are $85. There’s third part face shields that are decent for around 20 bucks

[@dcxplant]

"Say-dee-chee" I just wrecked with this Strada 3 (aug 2024) and it saved me from a concussion. The ECE 22.06 rating is such a safer option than DOT or Snell. The Sedici Strada is a fantastic helmet. The liner felt great even at the end of an Iron Butt ride. Only complaint is the visor fogs up easily, but a Pinlock fixed that for me. The new Strada 3 has premium features at a great price.

[@4244john]

Did you get this idea from RoseAnvil? He cuts shoes in half.

[@powamoto]

Very creative the others didn’t do that great job bro✊🏍🤟🚀💯🙏🏽✌️🎥😎❤️🔥😇🤙☝️😃😄😁🙋🤘🏼🤝

[@drifter-indian1448]

When people say "Lookup KZbin videos for more information" they mean this KZbin video!!! Never thought I will watch a Helmet review that goes into this much detail! Kudos.. and appreciate you doing this for us newBees!

[@mickleblade]

The ruroc eps will be in two pieces primarily for ease of construction. BTW, there are plenty of budget helmets with slots for glasses, sockets for ear pieces, sunshades etc, that are ECE rated and also Sharp 4 and 5 star.

[@ShutterUp]

Thank you for doing this series. I would love to see you keep going however; I know it's expensive. Sub'd.

[@Elevated805]

I just got the Strada 2 Wet Carbon for $369 at Cycle Gear, & I like it so far. Fits really good, blocks out the wind. I just watched a “Beat Motorcycle Helmets of 2022” & AVG was #1 & the Strada 2 was #2. 🙌🏼

[@East_TX_LCR]

I really hope they make a top notch liner upgrade for the 3.0 over making a 4.0

[@RETMoto]

Sedici > Ruroc.

[@Void_Chi]

I'd love to see the Simpson Ghost Bandit reviewed and sawn in half lol.

[@zerokool327]

I haven't rode in 10 years. The helmet I used during that summer was a hand me down from the previous owner of the bike. Didn't fit me right but I was a dumb kid getting into a motorcycle lol. I walked into cycle gear a few days ago and bought some gear since I'm planning on buying a yamaha xsr700 within the next month or so. Purchased the Sedici Strada but without the drop down visor so it's snell rated. I tried it on, liked it. Got home tried it on more but wasn't a fan of the chin strap and how it felt under my chin. Getting my glasses on was a bit of a pain in the ass. You and I use the same size so glad I'm not the only one with the glasses struggle. I ended up purchasing the scorpion exo-r1 and can't wait for that one to come in and then I'll return the strada.

[@benjaminchyau]

got the strada 2 brand new from cycle gear for $160, super happy with it considering the ruroc is 500+

[@charliebates9141]

Really liked the video, and I know this cost you a bundle, but I kinda wished you would have torn into an Arai Regent X. Either way loved this series, since I was initially going towards a Ruroc until I started seeing reviews. This one kinda nailed it and decided not to go in the Ruroc decision. Kinda wished the RF-1400 fit me better, oh well back to the drawing board.

[@joelsloper530]

Is the primo different

[@heystarfish100]

I tried on one of these helmets at Cycle Gear. It totally sucked my will to live. What an extremely tight fit even with an oversized helmet for my head measurement.

[@kevenpagan3411]

Awesome video very interesting keep it up 💪🏻

[@GearsGadgets]

Thank you 🙌

[@tombrown6405]

If you do one more of these, I would suggest Bell Qualifier,$120usd, and from a longstanding brand. I think it would be most enlightening. Thanks

[@WarPaintCustom]

Thanks for these. Just solidifies why I never jumped on the Ruroc band wagon. Even if its style i find more helmets that look better.

[@shotgunscott]

Traditionally I also like the way the visor mounts and unmounts on the Sedici. I usually use a dark smoke outer lens during the day and I can use to drop down to get further shade, which is crucial in the Utah sun. And after sunset I switch back to the clear visor. I just keep the extra lens and the tail bag so I'm able to do that. The dark visor makes seeing irregularities in the road at night challenging so the clear lens helps significantly with that. And with the darker visor and the drop down I don't need to have glasses inside.

[@RideFaster]

sedici makes a excellent helmet for the price.....

[@Bill_CBR]

Comparing wind noise from one helmet to another and you have a wind screen during one ride and not on another is just not a fair comparison.

[@adambatko4773]

I have to say I liked this video to the last one when you cut open the ruroc. Way more in depth on the shell and foam. You really focused on how shit the liner was on the ruroc but didn't touch on any of the other points. Now I can say I agree with your opinion of the ruroc being over priced. Thanks for taking the time to revisit them.

[@domoniquegoff1009]

Would def love to see a comparison of the strada 2 to the new strada 3 whenever you can get your hands on it.

[@IRLtrolls]

I love these videos. You could cut out (pun intended) a nice niche in motorcycle YouTubing by cutting open helmets. Subscribed for an Arai and Icon next!

[@zedthemasterofshadows8811]

Can we get a real opponent for the rf 1400 like the k6?

[@ZediMaster]

Again, gr8 investigation. For $200, that sedici would make a good passenger alt. On a curious note, riding with the visor up, will sedici whistle like the ruroc???

[@Taco-truk87]

No, I've been riding with the sedici for a couple months and no whistle. I also haven't ever noticed the whistle that was mentioned in the video.

[@alanfarias6285]

I want to see you slice a schuberth c4 Helmet

[@Bonezz024]

This video needs more likes. Thanks for the time and effort on this.

[@GearsGadgets]

Thanks I appreciate that.

[@rc7fiddy]

I'd take the strada 2 than ruroc anyday

[@The_m41lman]

I love my strada, I wear thicker Oakley framed glasses and I don’t have too much of an issue getting them in. But, I can definitely understand the issue. I’m forced to not ride with the chin thing in because I have a longer beard. But all in all, I’d give my sedici a 4/5. Edit: I had an HJC long ago and would’ve been riding with it, but I hadn’t been on a bike for so long it sat in the garage and got heat cycled for YEARS. Looking to get into an ICON or AGV sooner than later.

[@chrisairone]

So to sum it up - you pay for a 250-300$ helmet and 200-250$ for marketing and design with the Ruroc compared to other brands? Would be interesting to see other 500$ helmets split in two and reviewed more thoroughly on shell and eps, buckle strength, shell durability and penetration etc. which should be more important (life saving stuff). It would be nice if you can do an AGV K6 with it’s 6 layers of eps (supposed to be thinner and lighter at same protection as dual eps).

[@jake88ci]

i have 2xl head and a 3xl Sedeci was So small it was Impossible to put on ... go 2 sizes up

[@dalecolegrove6652]

Why does the Sedici looks so crooked on your face?

[@GearsGadgets]

It's my head. All helmets look slightly off center which is my fault, not the helmets lol. I don't get paid to look pretty and my disfigured giant noggin is what it is.

[@dalecolegrove6652]

@@GearsGadgets Oh, thanks for the clarification haha

[@stevenevenson7432]

It nonstop fogs up in temps under 50.

[@FirstnameLastName-sx8ls]

I just purchased a strata 2. 30 minute ride home, nice and quiet. I'll keep it. 20% at cycle gear for military and first responders.

[@ATL_Rider79]

I have the Strada II Animale. Gotta put the helmet halfway on, then glasses, then seat the helmet. A small dab of super glue on the chin curtain pins, and it won’t move again. 🤙🏼

[@donaldlundee4719]

FYI sedici is owned by cyclegear/revzilla so they get better margins selling it as compared to other helmets. If I’m going to purchase a budget helmet I’d probably look at a hjc. I don’t want to slag sedici too much they’re ok for what they are.

[@Petesmotoadventure]

Give a man a saw and see what he can do. I did try a sedichi and just couldn’t find it comfortable.

[@1PaulG1]

To the other channels that did reviews on the Ruruc (Kruc of) and sold there soul as they were given as free helmet I unsubscribed, but I have subscribed to your channel... Thanks for keeping it real and honest

[@opticaldelusion2766]

I’ve never seen such light traffic on the 60 freeway. Even heading in to work at 3:30 am from AJ to PHX. 😝 Great vid! 👍🏻

[@kr3895]

eeh ehh... isn't ruroc like fast like a mf to comment on bad and "good"? and still no word xD guess they hired some marketing ppl sitting down as of now to come up with a answer that make a crap helm sound like a good choise to ppl who don't wanna die in a crash-.-

[@alexanderking3971]

Can you cut a scorpion exo r1 in half and compare to the shoei?

[@sendit2873]

looks like you hate fiberglass dust on your arms as much as i do

[@khenry4562]

Nice 👍🏽. Information ℹ️

[@altertalledo1701]

The roroc fanatic guy 🤣

[@vonmaceronetheheretic191]

Can you tell if the foam (eps) is one density, dual or more density? If that differ between helmet it would be a huge difference. Shoei uses dual layer multi density EPS. What do ruroc use?

[@Valorcycle]

Completely off topic question... how do you find editing the footage from the insta360 and the go pros? Do you export the insta footage first, and then re-edit with the other footage?

[@alecshade3961]

So I'm relatively new to the motorcycling world so I'm not sure how this would work but could someone take a ruroc helmet they purchased and get it tested for Snell and ece privately. Or is there something where that wouldn't be allowed because they don't own the properties of the helmet?

[@keirokeiro1976]

Shoei is a $500 helmet. Sedici is a $200 helmet. Rurock is not a $500 helmet.

[@technovikingBubba]

Strada II is pretty sweet

[@annac1624]

I would love to see the AGV K6 next to the Shoei. The 6 layer eps foam would be interesting to see in the K6. These are awesome videos

[@RemingtinArms]

I actually like the inner lining on the Strada 1 best. Red velvet mmmm

[@motosyfotos8853]

can you slice and analize the Icon Airflite mips

[@jonthepiercerman]

Have you noticed that when you put a helmet on that your face is not centered in the helmet? Maybe has something to do with the issue of getting your glasses on. Just an update observation.

[@vonmaceronetheheretic191]

Helmets are symetric, faces are not.

[@59jaguar]

Very good presentation. Thanks for the info .

[@RanGer-498]

Sedici has this helnet in carbonfiber as well.

[@hotwheelz8232]

Cut open the gringo s ece helmet please!!

[@pierreleroy2509]

Anyone knows why the Ruroc inside liner is made of two pieces of foam instead of just one like the other ?

[@GearsGadgets]

I’m guessing the same reason the Shoei RF1400 is two pieces. It lets them cut additional airways into the foam for ventilation. You typically see that more in premium helmets.

[@Seargentmyself]

Man watching you fiddle with getting your glasses on makes me so glad I got Lasik before I started riding. It cost a lot but I'll maintain it was the best money I ever spent fuck glasses

[@alexp6409]

I wear contacts so haven’t ever been too worried about whether I can wear glasses with a helmet or not but I just bought an HJC RPHA 11 Pro and tried my glasses and sunglasses on with it. I was surprised how easy it was to get them in comfortably!

[@alexp6409]

Also, the Sedici is not advertised as being glasses compatible...

[@samsare6034]

Wow, great video!! One comment for the algo ;)

[@GearsGadgets]

Hey, thanks!

[@kennethwoodrum4589]

pls do a agv pista

[@GearsGadgets]

I don’t have $875 laying around to destroy.

[@sanxi34]

Keep it up man!!!! Great content!!!

[@genericultraammonia1061]

I'm subbing

[@mikerutt4476]

So, you're sponsored by shoei..... got it...

[@GearsGadgets]

🤦

[@phillipkennedy-wong2132]

That was awesome. Thanks for the breakdown literally and figuratively!!

[@GearsGadgets]

For sure.

[@Fee.1]

2XL??? What’s your head measurement?

[@GearsGadgets]

Just under 61 cm

[@Fee.1]

@@GearsGadgets humor me here but is it possible you have the wrong helmet “head shape” type? It’s impossible for me to tell just from looking but go into cycle gear and ask to try on some long oval and round oval. To me it sounds like you’re more of a round oval shape. My head is almost the exact same measurement as yours and I fit into a Large intermediate oval like the Sedici Strada 2. Helmets are supposed to be tight and a pain to get in (except for the “convertible” kind which is much easier. Don’t risk injury though, no way you’re a 2XL with the same head shape as me in this helmet with the same size head. It may be helpful to think of how a bicycle helmet fits. It’s like a skullcap. Zero play for the most part. That’s how a helmet should fit. It should squeeze your cheeks too for full face helmets. Anyway that’s my 2 cents.

[@GearsGadgets]

@@Fee.1 helmets are supposed to be snug but not create pressure points. It shouldn’t be a “pain” to get a helmet on, but it should fit snug. Anyway, I DID go into cycle gear and I DID try on helmets with a salesman, and that is what we both agreed fit best for my head shape. I also ride with a Shoei RF1400 that is also an intermediate oval that fits perfectly as sized. I appreciate the input but also, these videos are mainly intended to discuss construction, not best fitting helmets (which is subjective anyway). There are a LOT of people who for some reason or another love to hang up on sizing in these videos. It would be like me reading your comment and telling you that your helmet is too tight… I have no way of knowing nor would I try to assess fitment over social media.

[@Fee.1]

@@GearsGadgets you explain to me the math behind two people with the same size head supposedly fitting in the same shape helmet but one is a large and one is a 2XL, and both are supposedly properly sized. I’d love to know the calculus behind thinking that checks out.

[@GearsGadgets]

@@Fee.1 only if you can explain the math behind being hyper focused on the least important part of the video. In all reality it’s quite possible we are different people with different shaped skulls measured by two different people likely not measuring at the identical place. We’re humans man, the helmet I bought fit me right and your arguing makes about as much sense as arguing pant or shoe size of uniquely different people. Mind blowing how you are stuck on the least important detail of the video as if I had titled the video “the proper helmet size” or something. Again, the video is 99.9999% about the construction of different helmets. Move on.