Klim Krios Pro after 9 months- is it worth top dollar?

Find out how the Krios Pro dual sport helmet has performed after 9 months of all weather riding, plus some tips and tricks on using its features.

[@mum-0217]

Excellent helmet review of the Klim Krios Pro. Choosing a Helmet can be somewhat of a minefield. I appreciate your in depth review and this has help me to narrow things down somewhat.

[@notfooled3452]

Very well presented, and easily understood for the non medical viewers. Thanks.

[@wyrawanwahab1649]

i just have this Klim..actually ,i had airoh commander size XXL,but this Klim size L and it's comfort for me..the foam is so comfort for me

[@RJadventure]

Awesome helmet! Very light and superb ventilation. Great helmet for those living in south east asia like me where it is summer all year! I love the fidlock system... no problem even with glove on. Really worth it like you said!

[@brianmartindale2221]

The review is what I'm experiencing - spendy, but worth it. Just got one yesterday. Walked into the shop and they had a closeout. (Last one, green scheme screamin deal, which is still expensive for a helmet) I've had good road helmets and so-so dirt helmets, but this Klim thing takes the cake for fit and comfort. For some reason, it also feels unreal safe and, so far, the Fidlock is pretty damned awesome! Makes D-rings seem like they are from the horse and buggy era.

[@advnoobie6061]

Thanks Brian- I agree with all you say- I love this helmet and would get another when the time comes.

[@screaminsal]

I like my helmet and I got it with the Sena U system installed. I love the helmet but my only complaint about it would be the low volume of the SEna. I’ve had the helmet for over a year and I’ve never heard people talk about the fact carbon fiber helmets do not help with sound. The ARAI XD Is good and does not inhibit your installed Bluetooth, nor does the Shoei.

[@advnoobie6061]

Hi and thanks for watching. I agree about the sound- I have a Cardo Packtalk headset now and the sound is not great when riding, The other issue is I wear ear plugs too. I am getting my UltimateEars bluetooth pro ear buds remade into wired so I can plug them into the Cardo- that way I get the best of both worlds- great sound and ear plugs.

[@aleksandarbotic979]

great review, you said you wore it in the winter, with all the vents closed and chin gaurd in, is there any air hitting your eyes. i wear contacts and air to the eyes is a no no for me.

[@advnoobie6061]

I wear contacts too and not had an issue- sorry for the late reply.

[@aleksandarbotic979]

@@advnoobie6061 thanks

[@eliasstergiou3051]

for me klim and arai x4 are the top helmet of the category...I bought arai cause make feel more secure but I would like to get also klim because is amazingly light!!

[@81722Les]

get it. i have 2 X4's white and black and the Klim Pro....still love my Arai's but the Klim is 🥰

[@JonLloyd65]

Hi! Thanks for the great review video 😊 Quick question: can you confirm that you can wear goggles WITH the visor installed? You could with an older version but it would rely on (or create) a gap where the strap exits to the rear. I’m assuming the visor would not fully close… maybe!

[@Liberty4Ever]

Thanks for a thorough consumer oriented review. The lightness, ventilation and auto darkening visor are the big selling points that make me want to spend three times as much for the Klim Krios Pro. BTW - Klim employees pronounce it "climb", so I guess that's the correct pronunciation.

[@thestrictlynoparking]

Great Review - is the transitions visor now Road legal in the UK?

[@kicekap]

Hi, please tell me about three imoprtan things for me. 1. What about visor during heavy rain, does it leak? 2. Are there cutted holes for intercome speakers? 3. What is noise reduction comparising to Shoei?

[@advnoobie6061]

Hi and thanks for watching- I think you'll find answers to 1 and 3 in the chat. I'm not sure about 2 for intercom speakers as I don't use one.

[@Triumph_Explorer]

Thinking of buying this model helmet. But unsure if it’s ok with glasses. Love the look of it but very much mixed reviews seen. Cheers.

[@advnoobie6061]

Plenty of room for glasses IMO- wear shades inside it.

[@Triumph_Explorer]

@@advnoobie6061 cool thanks for the reply. Merry Xmas.

[@twowheeledadventuresuk2739]

Ive had mine about 18 months and it's been a great investment, agree with most of what you've said, but the lining I think is awful, so fiddly and naff. And as a doctor I'd of thought you'd have mentioned that its not the sort that is easily removed in an accident, say like in my Bell helmet, the cheek pieces are magnetic and easily pop off too allow easy helmet removal by a medium etc. Also one of the real plus points, especially from a noise point of view, is the accompanying Sena 10U intercom which fits into the back of the helmet leaving some very slimline buttons on the outside of the helmet. This helps reduce wind noise massively, Ive had lids with intercoms on the outside and they create so much wind noise. Nice review, it's certainly a cool helmet in the summer, for a few reasons, certainly the best adv helmet going for me

[@advnoobie6061]

Hi and thanks for watching commenting. Personally I think features for easy removal in an accident are potentially good but not essential. There are easy and safe ways to remove any helmet if needed and so with the right technique, it doesn’t really matter what features the helmet has. So much of that is context specific as well. I’m getting the channel established then want to start covering some medical subject, helmet removal being one of them. Thanks again.

[@sambrown1779]

Is there enough room around the ears for a communication systems speakers?

[@advnoobie6061]

Sorry for the late reply. Yes. It it’s tight. I have a Cardo Pack talk edge and had to re fold my ears once the helmet is on. I changed to Ultimate Ears in ear plugs with speakers and it’s a perfect solution.

[@ronsexton3685]

When I have this thing on it's top edge is at my eyebrows with the XL! Tried the Medium, too small, but the shell was smaller and the top edge not on my eyebrow. So I think it depends on your head shape and size. This guys weird head shape has the top edge considerable ABOVE his eyebrow. So which shell size and which head shape you have will make a huge difference! I have yet to try the Large. Wonder if it is an in-between shell size or a Medium or XL shell size?

[@tristrammcneil352]

What about ear indents for speakers?

[@AlexandreMeerson]

Thank you for this thorough, candid and honest review. I would welcome your views on sizing: is sizing consistent with the Shoei? I am an XL with thin cheeks with Shoei.. will a XL klim krios pro be true to size? Thanks!

[@advnoobie6061]

I’m an XL in Shoei but measured my head and went for a L in the Klim and it fits well with the medium cheek pads. The fit matches head measurements

[@AlexandreMeerson]

@@advnoobie6061 thanks. Ride safe

[@hoanghot88]

I have white one and i love it

[@charlesprice6894]

ADV Noobie were you not on the same weekend at Sweet Lamb as I, beginning of August? Recognised the helmet!!

[@advnoobie6061]

Haha. You recognised the helmet but not the face. Love it 😂😎. Yes it was me. Great weekend.

[@davidscuthbert]

Had two of these helmets. Loved how they felt and great airflow. But both mine failed under warranty. On the top of the opening for the visor, there was a gap appearing between the foam and the outer shell of the helmet. By the forehead area. The fact that i had two fail within 6 months of buying them kind of put me off.

[@advnoobie6061]

Wow- that's not good. Thanks for the feedback. Mine has been going nearly a year and seems fine so far- fingers crossed. Thanks for watching.

[@davidscuthbert]

@@advnoobie6061 I loved it. Great ventilation, very comfortable, loved the transition visor. Loved the extra space infront of my mouth and face this style of visor gives you. Loved everything about it, apart from this delamination issue. Have a neotec2 at the mo, but may revisit in the future if they bring out another one..pro 2 or something.

[@advnoobie6061]

@@davidscuthbert I have a Neotech 2 as well. Both very good but very different helmets. No way I could tolerate the Shoei off road.

[@Lily-Anzor]

How is it in the cold weather? Can you install Sena intercom inside? Thanks a lot for the review :)

[@advnoobie6061]

Hi and thanks for watching- I have a Cardo intercom- OEM speakers fit fine, though I changed to ultimate ears, in ear sound.

[@lescautpatrice8468]

Many thanks for this review. Is he really silent? I can't see an obvious answer. I even often have the two opposite answers each time: very noisy for some. Very quiet for others. Where is the truth?

[@advnoobie6061]

Hey and thanks for watching. It’s not silent. Full stop. But, I use a Shoei NeoTec 2 as well for road rides and I prefer the Kilm. I use the Krios pro off road but have done thousands of road mile with it too. With decent ear plugs it’s great and I would trade a little more noise for the light weight and amazing field of vision. There’s always going to be a compromise but I love this helmet for everything and it’s my first choice. Hope that helps. Alex.

[@lescautpatrice8468]

@@advnoobie6061 many thanks ! I’ll try it for my next 5000km road trip. If I can try one and buy it (almost out of stock here)

[@shawntoronto7967]

If this had 5 shell sizes like the Arai, I’d own one. It’s SO light

[@advnoobie6061]

I agree about the shell sizes. I wore my Shoei last night and it felt really compact compared to the Klim, but also heavier, snugger and more claustrophobic

[@skan8]

is it cold while riding in -10 weather, how about the fogging?

[@davekane4809]

Could you comment on how the Krios Pro fits and sizes in comparison to a Shoei? Basically, are you XL in both and both fit similar etc? Thanks a lot

[@Michaelem72]

Simple questione. Where is it made? Thank you in advance.

[@롱웨이다운]

made in china

[@pbinpg7168]

Thanks for your analysis. I have a question about fit. I have a size large Shoei helmet. How would that compare in sizing to the Krios helmet?

[@advnoobie6061]

I have a Shoei neo tech 2 in large and I have the large in the Krupa pro. You can change the cheek pads size in the Krios as well. I bought the Krios pro based on my head measurement and the sizing seemed accurate.

[@andreaskramaric2080]

@@advnoobie6061 Hi, I also have Shoei neotec 2 in Large. But when I looked on the sizes explanation on Krios Pro, it seems that I should go with M (57 cm). Is there really difference in sizes between Shoei and Klim?

[@eyesonly4451]

Here in the U.S., the Klim-made videos featuring Klim employees all pronounce it with a long 'i' like in 'climate'.

[@jimwms1able]

How quiet was the helmet?

[@advnoobie6061]

Off road it's great, though I wear ear plugs. ON road, I take the peak off and it's much quieter. Defo not the quietist helmet though!

[@chewie8]

What are the shell sizes on these, will it make a small head look massive?

[@fuelerr]

Noise levels inside the helmet? I've read that some folks think it's a noisey helmet - likely because of its lite construction. Any thoughts? Also what about keeping you dry in heavy down-pours? Those vents have got to be an issue?

[@advnoobie6061]

Hi and thanks for watching. There has been some good discussion about noise in this thread so have a look at those. Rain- yes, you do get a small amount of water entering the helmet in heavy rain, but nothing bad and I can tolerate this for the light weight and good field of view. It’s still my go to helmet.

[@fuelerr]

@@advnoobie6061 Thanks for the reply. I am leaning towards this helmet for next season. My Bell MX9 has been a good helmet but the noise levels are just too much to handle, its hard to hear my Cardo over the constant wind and riding noises. Also in a good downpour the Bell leaks like a rusty bucket. Time to upgrade. Thanks again for your time and effort you put into your videos.

[@advnoobie6061]

@@fuelerr depends what you want it for as well. I use my Shoei neotech 2 for long road only rides but I still prefer the Krios Pro but have good ear plugs. Like I said, it’s my go to day to day helmet. There’s always a compromise.

[@hugodapalma]

its noisy compared to some other brands.

[@tiger6102]

How is the noise level?

[@advnoobie6061]

I've used the helium for long fast journeys, and yes it is noisier than the Shoei Neotech 2, but I would expect that. It's much better if you take the sun peak off, and when combined with ear plugs it's better than tolerable.

[@tiger6102]

@@advnoobie6061 I have Arai xd-4.

[@malah33]

you explained it best. super

[@ukuserful]

How noisy is it? Motolegends advertises it as a great urban and off road helmet but a poor one for touring because of the noise. Would you agree?

[@eugeniustheodidactus8890]

Not all full face helmets allow for wearing glasses , but this one seems like one can?

[@brucealzona]

I have a very large head and most helmet dont fit me do you think this is an exception? especially with the cheek pads 10mm?

[@advnoobie6061]

I have a large head too, though mine is large front to back. The variable cheek pads make a big difference if you need to increase the volume.

[@brucealzona]

@@advnoobie6061 Thank you for the reply would you say its better to grt thinner cheek pads instead? :) i hope it really fits me hahaha

[@advnoobie6061]

@@brucealzona I changed to the thinner ones though you may need to experiment a bit.

[@MW_1981]

Thanks for reviewing this helmet. Have you tried it with intercom speakers? It didn't look like it has recessed areas to house any speakers. Just wondering how that would work with Cardo JBL speakers.

[@wdmore]

The JBl speakers will fit

[@danielkramer8586]

I started off watching this hoping you would comment on the differences between the Klim and the Shoei Neotec. Do you have a separate review? I am hoping to buy one, but the price is borderline obscene.

[@advnoobie6061]

Hi Daniel and thanks for watching- sorry for the delayed reply. Comparison is a great idea which I didn't think of when I did this film. I think it all boils down to what you want the helmet for. The Krios pro is brilliant off road and I love the field of view on road and off. It's super light and I can forgive a lot of things just on that. It's also cool and has good ventilation. The Neotech is much heavier but doesn't really feel it. It has a smaller shell so feels less bulky in terms of volume. It's quieter and the flip up face is great. It's hot, sweaty and not ideal for any proper off road. I wear the Shoei for longer journeys with little or no off road.

[@danielkramer8586]

@@advnoobie6061 Thanks Noob. I think you explained the benefits and drawbacks. Off-road comfortable vs. noisey for the road, light-weight, off road on road difference. Thanks for all the information you have shared!

[@othoapproto9603]

is the Krios Pro MIPS ? I can only find one Klim helmet that is MIPS

[@advnoobie6061]

Hi and thanks for watching. The Krios Pro does not have a MIPS layer, though neither does the Shoei Neotech 2 I have. Just tried both on and they both allow some rotational movement. I suspect most helmets will allow some rotational movement and slow shear deceleration unless they re super tight. I'd need to look at more evidence for MIPS systems to be informed on this.

[@mattving61]

With the different core, do these need to be replaced as often?

[@advnoobie6061]

I'm not sure of the answer on this one- reading around, it appears there may be some EPS in the Krio Pro, though I wonder if this is in the less important areas ie not over the top, back and sides of the skull.

[@andrejcelan6569]

Do you have peak vibrations on the helmet?

[@advnoobie6061]

Hi Andrej and thanks for watching. The peak actually makes the helmet more stable. I tried taking the peak off for a long journey and thought it was ok, but then went back to the peak and it seams to be held more stable. I don't notice any vibrations even up to 75mph.

[@retiredbiker]

What’s the actual head shape of this helmet? I know it’s advertised as an intermediate oval but that seems to be the most popular option and the default description in order to sell more helmets. So, is it a true intermediate oval? Or would it be more of a round or long oval?

[@advnoobie6061]

Hi and thanks for watching. I have a fairly long head front to back and a lot of helmets seem to pivot sideways on the front and back of my head rather than fitting the sides as well. Based on “n” =1. I’d say this feels like an elongated oval

[@retiredbiker]

@@advnoobie6061 thank you. I’m also a long oval and it’s hard to find a comfortable helmet.

[@wdmore]

It's more round. I had one and an Arai XD4. the Arai is way more comfortable and is made much better.

[@Hutchys-Adventure-Tours]

mine is junk in the winter. it lets water in so bad you can't shut it in the rain

[@advnoobie6061]

Hi Hutch and thanks for watching. I’ve had some minor water drips round the side but nothing too bad. Probably because I use the Krios Pro for slower off road stuff when it’s raining.

[@Jeremybaland]

Pretty good video, however rainx is designed for glass not motorcycle helmets. Over time it can degrade the visor. The best thing is like some kind of carnauba wax you would use to wipe your bike off.

[@fuelerr]

There is a rainx designed for plastics. I use it all the time.

[@mntbighker]

@@fuelerr The regular Rain-X is acidified alcohol, so yeah, bad news for polycarbonate.

[@jodyreaves8263]

Yes

[@lawriemoto]

I crashed heavily wearing one of these, I broke 8 ribs and the outer helmet was very badly damaged but saved my head

[@advnoobie6061]

Ouch- not good- pleased to hear you are OK and the helmet did its job. Broken ribs really hurt.

[@lawriemoto]

@@advnoobie6061 thanks, yes a painful injury I wear a bit more chest protection now, the rest of the gear was Klim Marrakesh which also did a great job of saving my body 👍

[@stevericci3308]

I found it hurts the front top of my head like there is no padding but hard plastic.

[@advnoobie6061]

Hey Steve abs thanks for watching. I suppose all head shapes are different. I find the same happens with my NeoTech 2 but not the Krios Pro.

[@wdmore]

I found that too. There are quite a few people that mentioned the same problem on KZbin. You can take a spoon to that area and smash it down a bit. Might help

[@williamcampbell7329]

Great write up, thanks. Could you comment on noise level with the helmet?

[@advnoobie6061]

Thanks for watching. I’d say the noise is tolerable up to about 50mph without ear plugs. I’ve done a lot of miles at motorway speeds and it’s fine when wearing moulded ear plugs. I have a Shoei Neo Texh 2 as well and that is quieter not not massively so.

[@enricobononi8655]

Only drawback of this helmet is the cheap visor lock which doesn't have any retain dents/notches and eventually the visor can not stay open midway and/or will fall down every time

[@advnoobie6061]

Thanks for watching Enrico. Mine has been going all seasons for nearly two years now and I’ve not had this issue, in fact I’ve had the reverse and need to apply a little silicone oil to the visor hinge points.

[@jweavejo1]

The Klim Krios Pro is a $800 helmet after taxes. You would expect perfection in all aspects and it's almost there BUT the visor will NOT stay where you place it. Open it up a few notches for extra air, first little dip or bump in the road and SLAM down it comes! I love everything about this helmet except the hinge plates. They are very cheaply made. It makes me wonder if anyone that actually rides tests them?? It is a $800 helmet WT Actual F?!

[@mntbighker]

The highly engineered closed cell foam in motorcycle helmets is good for 2 years, or maybe 3 before it becomes so hard that the energy absorption is essentially useless. You can't tell that unless you crash in it. So helmet prices have gone totally insane UNLESS they provide foam liner renewal services. All the decent helmets say in the fine print that the life expectancy is not over 3 years. And how long the helmet sat on the store shelves matters too. Buyer beware. No matter how fancy or expensive the helmet is, the same rules apply. Also, NEVER keep your gloves in the helmet. Any hydrocarbon fumes (like if you gas up with gloves on) are an early death to the foam. It will harden way faster if exposed to fuel vapors. I received this information from a seminar put on by Arai for our Ducati club. If this helmet doesn't use poly foam that is a potential game changer in the life expectancy of an expensive helmet. Very curious why no Snell. It also seems to have no first responder emergency cheek pad pull straps. I'm fairly sure those will eventually be mandatory.

[@KoendHaan]

Loved your review! I'm thinking about buying one myself. How is the noise compared to your Shoei? I imagine it's louder, but is it noticeable/annoying?

[@advnoobie6061]

Hi KoendH. It’s a bit noisier but that’s only my subjective view. The noise is higher frequency than the Shoei but fine up to about 60mph. I wear earplugs with both helmets if it’s a longer journey on fast roads. There was less difference than I expected. I love it every time I put it on. The lack of weight is a transformation in comfort. I got mine from the Adventure Bike Shop UK based on my head measurement and speaking to them. The fit is perfect though I did change the cheek pads.

[@KoendHaan]

@@advnoobie6061 Oh that's great to hear, thanks for the reply! I come from wearing mainly MX helmets on the streets, so it'll probably make quite a difference for me. I always wear earplugs. The MX helmet is deafening above 40mph without them. Biggest problem now is finding one in size M... It seems like there are none in stock in the whole country (the Netherlands) But I might have found one unused second hand. Hope to try that one soon

[@hugodapalma]

This is my Humble opinion about the Krios Pro, the quality of the materials are not good, examples, first time I took my visor out and put it back in, I never had a complete airtight on the Helmet anymore, there always air coming through my visor, I notice this specially in cold weather. Another very much fragile component of the helmet is the head front tail, by walking I hit slowly the tail against a table and it was broken, it's not even fibre, it's just plastic. worst than that is that are no spare painted parts for it. The air vent control on the chin doesn't feel good on controlling the amount of air coming to your mouth. The helmet is very light and comfortable but has this disadvantages in my humble opinion after 2 years of use. I had a Schuberth previously and there is a big difference on these materials. If I would buy it again? Would have to check what is carbon fibre brand new on the market to take a decision.

[@advnoobie6061]

Thanks for commenting- I have used mine for nearly two years now and still cannot find much to fault. Just had a crazy weekend with one day as wet as it gets and one day sunny and warm- the helmet coped well and did a great job for all the on and off road riding we did. People have mentioned that water leaks into this helmet, though I have never had that issue and it rains a LOT in the UK :)

[@covertadv1696]

Klim rhymes with "slime"

[@wisdumb47]

Pronounced just like the word "climb"

[@markstrawbridge9133]

research who actually makes them! a two bob outfit in asia

[@advnoobie6061]

I think the product is good and it’s my favourite helmet in many years. Super light, great field of view and quieter than expected, especially with ear plugs. I’ve done about 7000 miles on and off road with it and it’s still my go to helmet. But it’s all subjective and down to our own personal opinions. The end product works for me.

[@magcakaya]

I bought klim carbon helmet.İts very bad and very expensive.

[@advnoobie6061]

Helmets are very personal and the key is to find one that fits your head well.

[@magcakaya]

@@advnoobie6061 İts my idea,ı used it 40.000 km.its just light but very noise.

[@BoulderMTBR]

Klim = climb…….long i

[@advnoobie6061]

Thanks Boulder MTBR- I stand corrected and my life is complete now 😄

[@metalsadman]

it's a great helmet but i honestly think it's overpriced.