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[@WeaponsEducation]

An ARAI Helmet, saved my life. In a Hare Scramble race in FL, I crashed with another rider & my helmet (head) slammed into his foot peg at such a force that the ARAI helmet actually has a huge golf ball size chip in it. (not a crack) The only helmet I wear & will ever trust my life to is ARAI. I have the helmet still in my MX trailer as a reminder. I have at least 10 ARAI helmets & & thank ARAI for saving my life. Plus a CTI knee brace saved me that day.

[@small_bore1837]

I'm surprised he didn't show the correct way to measure for a helmet and he didn't discuss how head shape is an important factor when sizing a helmet. Maybe on the next video?

[@hvymtal8566]

+small_bore Tape measure across the forehead and back ridge of your head, the widest part. Be sure to get measurement in inch and cm

[@vildaion1]

I had a Mick Doohan replica made by ARAI which I bought over 25 years ago. I was told that helmets only last for 5 years and to get a new one but could not give it up as it cost me 500 UK pounds back then and I like the style. Recently I had my first fall from a bike ever and I have been riding for over 30 years. Car vs Bike at 95 Km on the motorway. The front and the side of the helmet sustained some damage. more like large scratches. But I am alive and no head injuries. BUT I was wear jeans and tore up all my knees basically all the skin off as I hit the ground and rolled six times. The rest of me was ok due to good boots, jacket, gloves and my Mick Doohan replica ARAI RX-7XX. Thank you mister Hirotake Arai. What price would you pay for the safety of your brain?

[@FranchiseSIX5]

Chris Vidal ......or.... your legs, evidently. I wear Kevlar cargos with CE for casual riding.

[@patrickstacey2915]

Hi Chris, I too had a Mick Doohan Arai RX7XX replica. Loved that helmet so much, but eventually it wore out. I've had several other helmets since, including an RX7-GP that I have just replaced with......guess what.....an RX7-V Mick Doohan replica. Yes, exactly the same paint scheme. Happy days :-)

[@garrettgiuffre7298]

Well said

[@martinbrowne4922]

Mick Doohan good choice, you like your style, lovely helmet.

[@redbike6340]

AGV Pista GP-RR carbon life saver

[@andrenagy7887]

This year marks 20 years of riding, and I've had Arai helmets since the beginning. Very happy to see you spreading the importance of a properly fitted quality product! They've saved my life a couple times, that's priceless.

[@thewalmsleys]

This was "THE" T-H-E best helmet video ive seen since before I bought my first Helmet 6 months ago. And Im one that before I make a buy. I research research, and then I research what I just researched. T-H-E BEST. And I do wish I had a sales agent as you guys spoke about with fitting a helmet. I have a 3XL long oval head and testing off the shelf was not as easy as other peoples looking to buy. I found one. But NEVER any talk about cheek or liner size options. I would now take a ride to your shop and trade in my current helmet. TO GET THE RIGHT ONE. Thanks Jay and Arai guy for this video!!! I may even share it with others. I did get a modular bing on the fence with a cruiser bike mentality. But knew a full helmet had more protection, and the Half was more open and traditional (since helmet laws started) And I went with the Flip face. GREAT VIDEO! again.

[@BluesRick648]

Excellent video! In the crash scene, the driver's face made hard impact with the pavement at 190 mph and his helmet saved him.

[@FranchiseSIX5]

Frederick Williams Umm, yea, we all saw the video too.

[@Yvan1850]

FranchiseSIX5 we all saw u had nun to say.

[@thhall459]

You're the best car guy ever, Jay! Thanks for communicating so thoughtfully to your fans!

[@robposton2439]

Is anybody else sort of concerned with the disregard to potential neck injury that the paramedics had when removing Shinya's helmet? That was savage looking!

[@nabil10710]

Rob Poston yeah that was not rolling proper protocol and risk neck injuries

[@user-ji6if2nh4o]

I'm a medic, and they should have left the helmet on him, unless there was a breathing emergency. If they did remove the helmet, c spine precautions should have been taken. You're correct, they did everything wrong !

[@55Iz2Lo]

Every Time I get mad about surviving a crash and having to cough up for another Corsair I can just watch this now and smile. Three in one year was bad but I'm still at it. make a move. Buddy of mine is an EMT. came up on a bike wreck where two young kids crashed. Girl had on an Icon brainsaver, guy was wearing Arai. Guy was ALOC and talking to him, and sadly he gave his old junk made in china by a clothing marketer helmet to his now dead women. Think about that when you cheap out on some made in china cheap lid. They are a Helmet manufacturer and that's all they do. As much as the shield can frustrate me sometimes, they are also the most comfortable to ride in. Arai all the way man. Awesome and totally worth it man. Thanks Arai

[@sivonparansun]

+Scoty Duc Ati Every Crash is different and without knowing details, we can't conclude that if she had an ARAI or other top tier helmet that she would still be alive (or what condition of that icon helmet was when she went down). ..That being said , I would rather crash in any number of top tier racing helmets than an Icon if i knew my time was up.

[@hvymtal8566]

+Scoty Duc Ati Being a firefighter EMT i can say for certain that after SNELL or ECE cert all the extra money does for you is comfort. I've treated someone going down in an RX-Q and a Icon Airmada in direct frontal head impacts around 50-ish impact speed (one hit a car going 30 in a school zone -- prosecuted -- other was highway rear-ender dismount only -- thank god -- due to emergency braking). They both were conscious throughout and were out of hospital in two weeks, though the cheekpad pull straps on the arai were nice. I do recommend buying ECE or SNELL helmets since they are independently tested. If you're going DOT only, only do it from large manufacturers like bell with much to lose if they skimp on testing, those who buy bargain-bin or non-acclaimed-manufacturer helmets will have much longer stays in a similar crash

[@hvymtal8566]

iTheGeek I wear icon as a matter of fact. Its all about whether its authentic, fits correctly, prior impacts, accident variables, etc. You could be wearing a $2,000 custom fit carbon fiber Bell Star and it wouldn't make an end difference if the impact speed is 150 mph whereas a $120 DOT Helmet will survive a pretty good impact.

[@sivonparansun]

Statement of fact: Check sharp helmet tests; Arai does poorly considering how much their products cost (side impact is the Achilles heel). Everyone should consult the data for helmet purchases if its available. Personal statement: I will buy a bell race star before another arai at the same price-point because of new technology addressing rotational energy management which is leading factor for concussions.

[@hvymtal8566]

chris s Same. I'm likely going to buy an HJC RPHA-11 as my next over an RX-Q for several reasons. I found the HJC no less comfortable, you don't have to pay $60 extra for a fucking visor (and it comes with a dark one in the box), it vents better than an RX-Q, you don't have to pay $100 more for graphics (and the graphics so far are better IMO) and even the price is significantly less for an ECE and DOT helmet. No it doesn't cert to snell but you will likely not get hassled on tracks over helmet certs once you point out that MotoGP allows helmets that are ECE but not snell :P

[@kimielavo1660]

Very informative...bike shops should play this video in their helmet section of shop regardless of brand.

[@williams2652]

I have been riding 37 years and this is a very informative video.

[@BeeDubDakota]

Jay's guest must feel a great sense of purpose and satisfaction knowing he saves lives every day.

[@hvymtal8566]

TL;DR Buy only from acclaimed manufacturers, measure circumference in inch *and* cm around the forehead and occipital ridge, and try on three distinctly *shaped* helmets like Signet-Q, RX-Q and Corsair if only as shape benchmarks As a firefighter who's seen and treated more than one head impact crash, I recommend you only buy from acclaimed manufacturers. If it's one you haven't heard of and it's DOT only, avoid it. Here's some of the ones I can think of off the top of my head that I know wouldn't skimp on testing and wouldn't skimp on construction Arai, Shoei, Bell, Icon (Only if it says ECE), Biltwell, Shark, AGV, Schuberth, Scorpion, HJC, Kabuto. There's likely some others but those are the ones off the top of my head, at least for street. You can add Fox, AFX, and Fly for sure off-road. Make sure you read the manufacturer literature on what they try to go for for their entire like (Icon goes for ECE, for example) before you buy a brand, because you may by buying an under-certified knock-off. Also, see what others have said about their crash resistance before you buy, if it's been on the market for more than one season. For measurement, ask for a tape measure both inch and cm and measure around the forehead and occipital ridge which is the widest part, then try on a Signet Q (Long Oval), an RX-Q (Intermediate Round), and one of their other helmets (Intermediate oval) or shoei's equivalents to determine your rough head shape. You might not be trying to buy one of those but they are good benchmarks to determine where to go next. Also don't mind the cheekpad tightness, that'll compress after some riding and become more comfortable

[@tryarunm]

+hvymtal Thanks bro, its good to get advice from someone who actually knows what he's talking about.

[@DJMotoVlogs]

+hvymtal Great info

[@FranchiseSIX5]

hvymtal Scratch ICON off your list for anything. The ICON brand is owned by Parts Unlimited and are only intended as a money maker for PU. They are very cheaply made, as is their clothing. Sure, they might make a few things well, but there is no hiding the cost cutting. I manage a motorcycle gear store and have for many years. If you truly value your head, buy the best. Arai and Shoei. If Arai is good enough for 200 mph professional circuit racers and Isle of Man competitors, then it should be good enough for the rest of us. They dont wear ICON. They wear Arai helmets and Dainese and Alpinestars leathers as the standard.

[@hvymtal8566]

Also clarification: I recommend avoiding unknown DOT only because independent testing is not required by the DOT standard despite the fact that it is very intensive and encompassing whereas it is for ECE and Snell, both even more intensive. If it says ECE, it will work unless its defective, which is impossibly unlikely and your bills will get paid for you if it is

[@neuroplasticity]

helmet too large for Leno? LOL

[@stefandicitrajaya9746]

6:30 the guy hits his head on every single surface . tarmac. grass. front. back. visor. crown. cheeks. arai is amazing the way the guy disassemble the helmet. that moment i really believe he can disassemble and assemble single handedly blind folded in under a minute or half a minute

[@YouMotorcycle]

I've been wearing Arai for the past twelve years but their production is still a year behind due to shut downs from during the pandemic. I wasn't able to get a style I wanted so I decided to give AGV a chance. I'll share my thoughts on my channel next week

[@JanBinnendijk]

Very informative video, getting the right size is the most important aspect of buying a helmet.. I survived a horrendous motorcycle accident, thanks to my Arai..

[@archiguitarchi]

I guess I'm lucky because all the years I rode with a full face helment the size was correct. Even though I sweated all over the inside of it during the summer, the snug fit always made me feel safe, and anyway, the helmet innards in the better ones are washable and dry out very quickly. Another great, and possibly life saving video. Thanks Jay!

[@mustie1]

l like when the bras too small myself,,,

[@BillPairaktaridis]

Arai, Shoei and AGV are probably the best brands of helmets. In that order too. You pay a premium but what's the value of your head?

[@thewalmsleys]

IMO there is no one company that can been see as the best. If you mean "Best" as is protection for your head. They have tests done by other companies other then the DOT. So in my opinion a "Best helmet" Is one that has the highest rated crash test, bullet proof, gropping from a 20 story building without a headach, tested hemet would be the best. After that... Its just a matter of what fits you snug enough that you can have it on your head for more then 30 minutes and not lose blood flow to your brain. Too much room in that helmet. Is going to make a simple smack on the ground. Become 2-3 smacks as your head is also bouncing around inside. So look for the certifications the helmet has. Not a Brand name. And all three you asked about are all good makers.

[@DtSkyy]

Some expensive helmets such as arai only have a 3 star rating. Other cheap helmets such as Shark have 5 star ratings. It differs from helmet to helmet rather than brand to brand. Quick Google search will sort you out.

[@FranchiseSIX5]

iTheGeek Yet the large majority of 200mph professional circuit racers and Isle of Man competitors are wearing Arai. Go figure.

[@397coney7]

Nonsense. Most helmets provide the same protection. Prices go up for comfort, features and color/paint.

[@DoomFinger511]

I was just at the motorcycle shop and new Arai helmets (Signet-X) come in 4 difference oval shapes for the same style to get the one that fits your head best.

[@Tao_Peace]

Man, excellent video Jay! Been riding for years and never knew! I'm glad that we still have companies that believe in safety over profit! As you..., I simply cannot understand why someone would not want to wear a full face helmet but to everyone their own :)

[@1peachcowboy1]

Oh they make plenty of profit. But I dont begrudge it to them.. Arai all the way. My son, my wife, myself all wear proper fitted Arai. Proper fitted is the key, and Arai is the only one that fits my elongated fat head...

[@michaelovitch]

I have a arai quart helmet and they are high quality, well made, and very comfy ! They are great !

[@everss02]

just got a scorpion exo t1200, cheek pads have a built in pump, no swapping needed

[@FranchiseSIX5]

everss02 That's called "How to make money off a cheap helmet". If air bladders worked, Shoei and Arai would use it. Scorpions are middle of the road, at best.

[@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy]

I'm still using my Arai XXL Quantum e from 1997. I'm now about to order my correct L Signet Q for my freakishly long oval head. I always had to go XXL before so my noggin would fit in the thing front to back, but it was always too loose on the sides and I always got the same pushing back on my face thing at speed. Arai's are a substantial percentage of the cost of a whole motorcycle, but also the most personal piece of safety gear you can own, so for me I've got to have the best even if it'll take a few payments.

[@EthanKRETA]

You should really consider replacement every 4 or 5 years.

[@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy]

EthanKRETA Yeah, what I have a problem with is that would be about what I pay for insurance on the bike. As of right now I'll stretch it a few, still better than not wearing one.

[@FranchiseSIX5]

Photo314159 "The most personal piece of safety gear ", but your helmet is from 1997? You aren't really the authority on giving advice on helmet safety, are you? It's like Ray Rice lecturing about not hitting women.

[@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy]

If you read what I wrote I didn't give advice to anybody. I simply stated what I do. My new Arai fits perfectly though, thanks for your concern.

[@64t120r]

Each company caters to specific head shapes. Have you tried a Schuberth? Not knocking Arai, but getting the best possible fit is important. I put one on and the sky opened up and little angels came down with harps and trumpets. Great fit.

[@CallmeDaBreeze1971]

I'm glad I watched this because I'm looking for my first bike. I will be sure to get my helmet properly fitted. Thanks!

[@JoshuaHellyer]

Remember they will break in too, so a little tight in helmet and leather gear is the best way to go. If you start loose it will stay loose. Leather and padding will let go a bit.

[@OldeDog_NewTricks]

very intelligent video.

[@Royalbigness]

LOL.. Jay, yes the chewy nougat centre ! Nice analogy there.

[@mozzmann]

Having ridden competitively, as well as karting, I learned very early on the value of a good helmet. On 2 occasions I would not be still walking around if it weren't for may Arai . I have used AGV and still do for off road due to the ventilation set-up. And yes replace your helmets at a minimum of 5 year intervals . Love the various segments of Jay's show, always informative.

[@robertcarlos5973]

That last joke would be a no go nowadays. I wish we could go back to accepting and appreciating jokes and comedy for what they are again.

[@trinirider1558]

I was a Arai, Shoei and AGV fitter where live and had customers from new riders to TT privateers and there certainly is a firm rule of thumb that you use when fitting and then you customise from there, helmets do expand overtime as they "wear in" and for many new riders this was a matter of convincing them that you have to be biting the inside of their cheeks when you have a well fitted helmet on, obviously a fully trained shop worker should be able to advise from there... Also whilst it was shown I actually was able to Inspect the Nakano Arlen ness suit after that 200 mph get off and the only thing that failed was the main zip which at those speeds and impacts was still remarkable, the rest of the suit had obvious scuffs but nothing major. That was just around the time that Kangaroo leather was being used and it certainly was a good selling point for the brand when they showed that crash at shows and had sample suits to try on.. Regards

[@Soxruleyanksdrool]

When I bought my Arai, I measured my head to get a ballpark size. Then I went down to a bike shop near me and tried on a few Arais. I knew that's the brand I wanted so alls I had to do now was get the shape and exact size correct. I didn't know if my head was round, oval, or what. What I did learn from my internet research was that a properly fitting helmet would fit very snug around my head but would not cause any pain or discomfort whatsoever. Almost like it's part of your head. Your head is not supposed to move around at all inside the helmet. When I found an Arai model that I felt fit me good (for me it was the Defiant), I wore it around the store for 30 minutes or so to see if it still felt good. It was quite snug on all sides. Cheeks, forehead, top of my head, you name it. All sides were pressing into my head very snugly to protect it, but even after 30 minutes there was not one ounce of pain or discomfort. When I also found out that you could buy pads in different thicknesses for an even more precise fit, I knew I had found the correct size and shape Arai helmet for me. I now have a full season in under my Arai (sadly we cannot ride year round here in the northeast) and I have no complaints whatsoever. The ventilation is excellent for a helmet and it still truly feels like a part of my head. People have asked me why I went through so much research and leg work to find a helmet and I always tell them "I only have two or three marbles rolling around upstairs so I should protect what little I got, no?".

[@hammerdrop30]

An Arai Wes Cooley signature series saved my life in a motorcycle accident where a pick-up truck ran a stop sign, i never remember seeing it. i was doing 45-50 mph. he kept going, but turned himself in 6 hours later.

[@wu-wisdom2064]

Dropped my arai 3ft high off the bars, eps and shell seemed ok, paint job was messed up tho and broke an air vent. Good to know I didn't have to replace it. I got a new lid anyway. Arai Defiant Mimetic. Love it!

[@hvymtal8566]

+el Chino Hatin Trollin If it does have an impact send it to the company or a certifying body for an impact inspection and use your spare. While it's not likely to have sustained a lot of damage you still need to be careful in case it does

[@bmushler]

Information never hurts and this showed a lot. The painting info while short was good. As always, thanks

[@3248934]

I love Arai helmets, I did measure my head before buying, mine is a small and fits very snuggly, at first I couldn't ride for more than an hour because it was too tight and my head started to ache, but I removed the peel-off extra padding (designed for that purpose) and now I can ride all day, the liner is super comfortable even if you put it on and off a dozen times in a day it won't chafe your skin. It also hugs from below your jaw unlike my other helmets.

[@karamlevi]

Classy n funny educational video… the humor was smooth and I am new happy Aria helmet owner for 6 weeks now. Only getting better.

[@neilr4867]

Massive crash after front brake locked on racing motocross. Head first on to hardpack. I was out for the count but it could have been so much worse. Stayed in Arai ever since.

[@darrenfitzpatrick6490]

dude says a helmet was TOO BIG for his head, that is hilarious.... i always forget hes a pretty good comedian lol

[@jerryaiello7911]

Thanks Jay for sharing your empire of motor vehicles and your knowledge. I learn a lot from your shows and you tubes. To bad other people of your caliber don't open their houses like you do. the 63 falcon is my favorite car, I use to own a nice one, loved it, thanks..

[@MrUltraworld]

I've always used an Arai because I haven't found a helmet that is so adjustable. I was impressed with the liners, cheek pads. Someone took the time to get me the right size & I was able to get a super comfortable fit.

[@liamj2363]

Great how he challenged the myth about all dropped helmets being ruined, he kind of has a financial interest not to. What he isn't telling you (understandably), is that Arai, or any brands have different shapes and just don't fit some people properly. Everyone wants an Arai, but a good chunk of them have Shoei, Shark or whatever shaped heads.

[@kwakman99]

I remember once reading an article in a bike magazine explaining head shapes and helmet construction and how they fall into two categories. Egg shaped heads and melon shaped heads, and how companies may cater more to one then the other. Now I can't speak to how accurate the article was with respect to head types, but I have read other articles who have also echoed the statements how different companies shape their helmets specifically round vs egg. This may be why someone will feel more comfortable in a Shoei vs a Arai or Shark vs Bell.

[@blackers10]

look at revzilla.com and their helmet fitting videos. there are different "oval" shapes. intermediate is the Shoei style and I think Arai is the same. but different models in their ranges having slightly different shapes to cater to others.

[@FranchiseSIX5]

kwakman99 You're partially correct. The are indeed different head shapes and helmet shapes. You're wrong in thinking a "Shoei is a Shoei". Shoei and Arai both make "round oval" and "intermediate oval" helmets. There is another head type, "long oval", not as common in helmets. For Shoei you have the X-14, RF-1200 and GT-Air (sport bike style) that are all intermediate oval, the Qwest is a round oval. (different opening for upright cruisers vs sport bike tuck). Arai makes the Corsair, Quantum-X, Signet-Q for "IO", and the RX-Q for "RO". Arai also does not have an internal flip down shield as SNELL does not certify that mechanism, or the modular style helmets either. Instead, Arai mounts a flip down, tinted shield that mounts on the outside, as the shield itself. (2 pieces) Hope this helps.

[@kwakman99]

Where do I say a Shoei is a Shoei? What I was getting at is that simply measuring your head may not guarantee a proper fitting as the video kind of purports. It's a starting point but not a guarantee the helmet will fit or feel good on the users head. This is one of those things you absolutely need to try before you buy given the importance of the equipment.

[@smudgemo]

I love my Arai, and I'm pretty sure it fits properly but would be nice to have an expert confirm. I just wish they'd do a transitions shield instead of that funky clear with a half-smoke thing.

[@ThePonkster]

Thanks Mr L a useful film and documented proof that you can teach an old dog new tricks ( me that is) - I've resized my lid following this ( saving up for an Arai now!)

[@R6Dave11]

Gotta love those Japanese corner men on the track. Yank his helmet off like it's no big deal, don't even worry about neck and back injury.

[@09162910122]

4:34 "i still have my chin..." Jay probably had his chin insured for a million bucks. That's an iconic chin.

[@Legato-2057]

I just started riding and I am so glad that you made this video. It definitely gave me a lot to consider when I buy my helmet. Thanks!

[@motorradmike]

Great segment, Jay. It is amazing how little motorcyclists know about helmets!

[@s4rsdog]

Thanks for this Jay. Great stuff, but you left out what I think is the greatest aspect of Arai helmets: Arai makes different model helmets for different head shapes. Arai is the ONLY company that I've found that makes a helmet for my head shape. I have the Quantum X for "round oval" heads.

[@rocketrollsvlogs7625]

Akano's crash was one of the worst I've ever seen. This was a great video.

[@ignacy334]

Hi Mr. What helmet color do you recommend from Arai Corsair x white or black thank you.

[@dolphinsattack]

Arai is an amazing and excellent helmet company based out of Japan. They are high quality! They also make helmets for auto racing drivers in Formula One (F1), Indy Car, Nascar, Le Mans etc.

[@Nickmaster26]

Great video! Lots of good information, this gentleman is very knowledgeable and passionate about his company.

[@jasoncook6177]

Good stuff Jay I only have Arai helmets , it fits my head shape the best and super safe, with all there RND . I ride with the Arai rx7v on my gen 111 busa and it's awesome

[@001Rupes]

Excellent information. Many of the 'too tight' helmets I've fitted were toght around the face, not the rest of the head. Now I can experiment with cheek pads.

[@imatlastheyote]

My axces-3 is the best helmet i've ever owned bar none. I've had 3 other helmets, 2 Shark, 1 Nolan. My Shark Spartan was actually too large and in general didnt fit my head that well. Shark didn't make any different sized liners at all so i made the decision to go with a company with the pedigree to really support my riding and to reinforce a feeling of safety that i want from a motorcycle helmet. I don't think i'll ever go to another brand, Arai is the best of the best.

[@richardvillarino7996]

As usual, I learned from Jay. Well done to Arai for the 'heads up' on helmet fit..Thanks

[@mitchelllorens]

Hey cool! It's really a confusing thing with helmets but I was really helped out by this video. So after getting my new Arai Helmet I dropped and chipped it. I thought, "Oh no.." But now I know it's ok. At least I got that first heartbreaking scratch out of the way. Really love my Arai. You are an awesome resource to this humble motorcyclist.

[@siegelsdad]

Thank you Jay, appreciate the detailed explanation on helmets. Great to see you using your platform in such a helpful way....

[@elonmust7470]

The representative is really cool. You can just see his enthusiasm!

[@jtech87]

This is the video I needed. It's great to know for sure about dropping and painting my helmet. Thanks for the great video.

[@enigmaPL]

Informative! Thank you. Glad to know these things and dispelled myths about dropping a helmet for when I'm going to need one.

[@TheGreatWent1]

i always wondered about dropping helmut from the seat.

[@edinmiami5909]

Excellent advice! Always wear a properly fitting full face helmet secured with the chin strap.

[@xXHEELTOEXx]

Was doing around 200mph before he caught a wobble and lost it. Probably 190 after the wobble(Either way...He was catapulted off of a bike that was doing near suicidal speeds). To survive that without losing consciousness or having a massive concussion is impressive.

[@jazzman528]

This video is several years old. It was just uploaded to youtube, all current videos are filmed in 1080p

[@mworx6446]

Very interesting, and what a knowledgeable guy! I have learned a lot from this video and I imagine most people will have taken something new from it

[@vladak8289]

After dropping my Arai Corsair X off my bike on the curb, assumed its damaged. Bought another Corsair X two weeks ago to just find this video where Arai Rep. confirms helmet is good if dropped off the bike. FML that was an expensive mistake ))))

[@alanhassall]

I have never seen a helmet dealer with alternative sized liners. If I want thicker or thinner cheekpads or liner, I have a o order them myself and take my chances. I was always told that I my scalp needed to move a little bit with the liner. Shape is another big issue for me. It took a long time to find helmets that were the shape of my head.

[@BSJBill]

Interesting comments, people totally miss the point. The video is about the fact that the guy didn't lose consciousness after getting his head beat around like that. (Everyone knows not to remove someones helmet after an accident.) The gentleman said,fitting "starts" with a measurement, he didn't say it was the "end all". I have been riding for over forty years, before full face existed. I used Bell, & Simpson's before Arai, Arai are the best, and snug is MORE COMFORTABLE.

[@kd5inm]

I like what Jay said, "I don't know why anyone would ride without a helmet, it doesn't make any sense to me". I agree Jay. A local ambulance company here refers to motorcyclists without helmets as "organ donors", because that is usually what they end up as... I've been in a bad motorcycle accident, my HJC shorty half helmet saved my life, you can die from a impact as little as 5mph without a helmet. Helmets save lives.

[@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials]

Bought a Shoei RF-1200 that is SLIGHTLY too big but still pretty snug enough for me to have confidence that it won't come off in a crash.

[@FranchiseSIX5]

GT6SuzukaTimeTrials Then it's not a good fit. "Good enough" is awesome standing in your room. Try it at 80mph and physics will alter your "slightly too big", and not in a good way.

[@billhaynswo]

Still not letting us know which size to buy. If measuring your head isn’t definitive, then how do we know which size to buy? Especially if head size is between two sizes.

[@elvislives-gl4rv]

Nice job. Informative. Thanks.

[@jamespriceful]

I was down with everything he said until he started talking about "distracted riding from bluetooth". I cant wait to get a Arai and put a blue tooth in!!! Try going for a five hundred mile ride with wind noise and a screaming bike without music the entire time, or no means communication, unless you pull over of course. Or how about when your riding in a group, you see an upcoming hazard, and your cringing cuz you have no real way of warning your buddy of the danger. Ya...I'm pro-bluetooth all the way!

[@Omanjack]

Probably not a good idea for a beginner rider though?

[@jamespriceful]

I think if more people that are riding together can talk to each other in real time so they can warn of dangers ahead lives will be saved but that is just my thoughts. It is hands free so concentration is not a problem,and it would be great if companies like arai would build helmets already set up for it.

[@mk2mike]

jamespriceful Plenty of companies make helmets ready for bluetooth devices, I know the Shoei RF1200, quest, x12 all have spots for your speakers. My Arai RXQ on the other hand does not. There are helmets with bluetooth devices built in already as well such as "Bilt" branded ones. Bluetooth is just like anything really, it's good if used correctly/safely. Someone blasting music at full volume is not going to hear ambient noise well. And most devices such as Sena still need hand contact to function, esp my Sena 10c which is pratically Morse code to move through functions. I do enjoy being able to talk to people while on my commute though.

[@xex2kok]

+Mk2Mike I was looking at a Arai Signet Q today and in the cheek pad there was a spot with foam you could remove and place a speaker. You had to take the cover off the cheek pad and it was kind of nestled into the styrofoam.

[@mk2mike]

xex2kok yes, I actually did that on my Arai RXQ, I pulled back the cheek pad cover and placed it on the foam in the ear cup, works great

[@Winterstick549]

They do. You can change the inner pads for pads with grooves for glasses. If you buy a top line helmet like Aria or Shoei, do it at a place that fits you like this guy talks about.

[@tryarunm]

Gained a lot of knowledge from this. Bless you Mr. Leno and Arai helmets. Will buy one now.

[@toddwebb7521]

I definitely have issues with the chin bar not being big enough on some brands

[@DJDevon3]

Excellent episode. I don't own a motorcycle either but VERY informative.

[@goobersonguns5412]

I have used Arai Helmets on Bikes & Drag Racing for years .. Great Skull Armor & quality compares with Simpson but at better price !

[@michaelwhiteside9879]

one of the best shows youv done thank you

[@piratapan]

@6:45: Holy shit, the number of times his head hits the ground is almost comical. :O Great video!

[@Vampirebear13]

No matter whether it's cars,motorcycles... whether Jay you ALWAYS make the best videos!!!!

[@KINGOSWALD]

I agree with you, bloody crazy. But they're not Japanese, because it was at the Mugello circuit. Coincidentally the upcoming Motogp race is at the same circuit.

[@twoweeledsoto6072]

I have both Arai and Shoei. Both excellent helmets. Fit is slightly different. If not for the difficulty of removing and replacing the Arai shield, I would consider the Arai again. Not that I feel any superiority in Arai. Just another choice is nice. The Shoei gives up nothing compared to Arai. Both excellent. The Arai shield removal process is nothing short of magic puzzle to solve, and NOT close to the ease of a Shoei shield. So being they are both excellent helmets, I see no reason to purchase Arai. Sure the salesman can do it lickety split. they've showed me more than once. Try it yourself! You'll see. Shoei for me. I find it difficult to believe, Jay is a large. But maybe his head is more long face than big head?

[@froosifroosii2383]

Thumbs up thanks for sharing Never owned an Arai helmet before maybe I will start looking into them Peace

[@xipingpooh5783]

Fantastic information

[@TerribleTimes]

Own a few lids, but the best brand I have ever owned is Roof, yes its french and yes its a bit of a boutique manufacture, but its still the best I have had.

[@AQS521]

Just bought a Signet X. Can’t wait for it to get here

[@ricardoojo4415]

It is strange that they didn't talk about the Signet Q sizing and different head shapes. I went from an XL to a large and got rid of a lot of forehead pain. The Q changed my whole outlook on wearing helmets. Now, if only ARAI would male a dual purpose helmet with the Signet Q sizing, that would be perfect.

[@Raytarded66]

Jays chin hangs out of every helmet I have seen him wear and now he's going smaller. A full face on Jay is really considered an open face

[@emrguns1]

Great video, thank you once again Jay for knocking it out of the park.

[@925boosting]

I have a Arai helmet and it fits better on me than other brands. It costs more but it's cheap compared to medical bills. When it comes to protection a cheap helmet is not worth it and goes for leathers as well.

[@wkdravenna]

I miss jay hes way more entertaining then the other guys in the time slot he used to be in and always wear you helmet.

[@consciouslasagne354]

Oh my god! That guy works on that helmet super fast. I can barely open the visor on the older arai helmets.

[@NoBrakes23]

Thanks for the info concerning service life, dropping and painting!

[@apollo3340]

8 out of 10 people spend too much money for a helmet when they choose Arai. Something to consider: These top expensive brands design their helmets for racers going up to 200mph, which means they need really stiff styrofoam inside to absorb the impact before your head hits the shell. Thus when you crash at a normal speed, that styrofoam barely crushes at all and your head takes a much harder impact than a cheaper helmet designed for normal speed.

[@huhfkrhf]

And I was going to toss my 1 year old full face after a few drops. Now its going to be passengers gear. :)

[@dudleyworks]

Always keep a lid on no matter what a how far u go..

[@ericthomas1333]

You CAN wash any helmet by removing the cardboard bits (my helmet was not made in Japan) and then submerging the entire thing in water and squeezing the foam pads and dunking repeatedly. Also, noise at speed is caused by buffeting at the gap between the riders neck and the helmet. Helmet shape means nothing compared to this. Obviously correct fit is important for this reason also.