Retro motorcycle helmet review

In this video, Chris and Billy got together to review what the motorcycle market currently has to offer in what we would term the 'retro' helmet sector. The problem is that, if you ride modern, retro machines such as the Kawasaki Z900RS, BMW R nineT, Moto Guzzi V7, Ducati Scrambler, or the Triumph Bonneville, helmets with aggressive aerofoils, sharp angles and lairy race graphics simply look daft. In this review, Chris and Billy talk through the main contenders of the retro helmet market available today, but also an exciting new retro-styled helmet from one of the biggest players in the motorcycle helmet game.

[@clearthought9736]

"BIlly- Say hello.." " Hello my name's Billy."

[@LtGlenn]

Finally someone who actually compares the retros face to face! I've been doing research for quite a while and this is seriously refreshing. I especially appreciate you bringing up the effects of each helmet in the rain, (no we don't all live in SoCal). You've hit all the main options and gone into great detail, including the AGVs issue with chin exposed. Subscribed!

[@alessandrob3684]

Thank you for these insights and reviews! And most of all, thank you for being honest and straight forward with your opinions! Well done!!

[@firestorm755]

You guys make great vids! It was enough to convince me to come over a couple of weeks ago with my huge head to purchase a Schuberth c3 Pro. I've done a few hundred miles with it and i love it. Thanks guys

[@coopermg3498]

Thank you. I found your review very educational and informative. It is great that you are prepared to pick a winner and not pander to your suppliers.

[@AJSpinDrift]

I've had the Arai Rapide for 12 months now and I really like it. It's incredibly comfortable for me (Arai have always fitted my head well) and I like the retro looks without sacrificing safety and practicality. Ventilation is good, the brow vents flow air though the inside of the helmet to exit ports at the back pretty effectively.

[@elzer0181]

Just want to say, what top notch reviews and info

[@saucehollywood]

As a short guy I totally appreciate the moment when you got the stool haha. I gotta keep one handy. I'll be damned if my freinds look cooler than me in my Instagram feed!

[@allans7281]

Fun video I love all the helmet talk with demonstration

[@fuglbird]

Thank you for the nice presentation. You made me smile when you said that some of the helmets were only suited for going for a bacon sandwich Sunday morning. In 1978 I bought a cheaper version of the AGV X3000 and have used it on trips with my girlfriend as passenger from Denmark to Monaco on my Suzuki GT550 and to Milano and Venice on my Moto Guzzi 850 California. I'm still using that helmet. As you said, the visor isn't sealed, but you don't get any rain in as long as you are moving. When you learn to pack a scarf up under the helmet, the noise is actually less than in many modern helmets. I never have to use earplugs.

[@TheCvele001]

Probably the most honest revew I ever had chance to check :)

[@stu4rtp]

Great, honest reviews, I like the way ML call it how it is, not sucking up to manufacturers. Be great if you gave a price point for all the products as you review them, not just the highest and lowest.

[@Shawn-vb4yb]

First time viewer! Chris got you my sub right away! Hes like an Alan Partridge for motorcycle gear!

[@garywoods765]

Great video i have been considering getting a retro helmet for use when riding my bsa goldstar 650 watching this i will stick with my agv k3 and admire my original Griffin clubman cx sitting on the shelf great in its day thank for some very useful information

[@dougieb7710]

Arai did move away from the side pods some years ago with the F1 inspired GP-5X which looks very good as a retro helmet especially with the Roland Sands Design graphics and if you check out the Sharps safety score is one of the safest motorcycle helmets ever made. It's just a shame they don't make it anymore.

[@erryrollins]

Excelent review, accurate and useful! Also I learnt few infos I ognored about Agostini and his helmet ;)

[@BN1960]

Great video guys.

[@1Stocco]

Very informative!

[@judeoko]

I have two bell bullets and your right a uncomfortable, I have a x300 agv which is a cool helmet, it is a very small looking helmet and very comfortable lid. Bit noisy and no transitions visor or pinlock but great helmet, far superior to bell bullet.

[@snipermart]

Great video👍