I've had my new RF-1400 for a whole two days now. It sure feels slightly snugger than my GT-AIR. Maybe just going from a worn-in helmet to brand new? One thing: the new Transition Lens is worth EVERY PENNY of the $200. I can't believe how dark and how quickly it changes! It works better than any pair of glasses I've seen yet.
@priestharis15655 ай бұрын
Just got today my NXR2 (European name) with the specific visor! Can't wait to ride with them! Just have in mind: Seller told me that this visor has a 2 year life expectancy. I guess time will show.
@aa7jc3 жыл бұрын
i have the 1400 and cardo as well. i had to put the spacers on the jbl speakers because i couldn't hear the gps very well. now with spacers holding speakers close to my ears i have to turn volume down. about 10 times the volume.. amazing.
@ctrlaltowned52232 жыл бұрын
I just picked up a 1400, I’m glad to see people are able to fit the Cardo on it because it’s not “officially” supported.
@johntomasik1555 Жыл бұрын
I bought the Cardo Freecom, and the speakers were too big for the speaker wells in my RF-1400.
@Bill-ck3lo Жыл бұрын
Awesome review and insight. I'm a recent Harley rider that just went full faced RF-1400 and was curious about the comparison and speaker installation. Spot on and I could see exactly what you were doing! Good job and keep up the good work....off to find that Part 2 😄👍
@roadglide3 жыл бұрын
Love this helmet. You set the record solidly straight on blue-tooth module mounting. No issue, no problem. Now that XXL..holy smokes man. God bless that melon. Ride safe and ride often. Peace.
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
lol thanks. I do have a large noggin haha. I have a lot water in this head of mine.
@RedlineFeline3 ай бұрын
THANK YOU SO MUCH for showing that the clamp DOES fit on the Shoei RF-1400. FYI, if it's not sliding on easily, try moving a little more forward, so that it is about 1 cm behind the "Emergency Use Only" text. It may be coincidence, but I felt a lot of resistance but when I did that it slid in very easy. With that, I am still able to fit the chin curtain on as well (the edge of it is flush with the end of the "Emergency Use Only" text.)
@mrgrey2k2 жыл бұрын
Hey… from Minnesota and I have to say 64° is prefect riding weather. Get out there! Below 40 is getting a little chilly.
@SinisterClutch3 жыл бұрын
I just got the RF-1200 and love it. The RF-1400 felt a little too snug for me when comparing a large with the RF-1200. Plus I don't like that center button. There is no such thing as a perfect helmet. Glad the 1400 worked for you and really nice comms/motovlog setup. Appreciate you taking the time to put together a great video. Take care and enjoy the ride 😎👊
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, can't go wrong with the 1200 either. It is an awesome helmet too. Thanks for the kind words.
@AshleyChuChu2 жыл бұрын
How on earth did he put on the helmet that smoothly?? I have to place it on my head, then reposition my hands on the straps and yank down 🤣
@philmayhem Жыл бұрын
Great level of detail regarding comms fitting, thank you for that, now happy to fit to my own helmet
@SPDTWIN12007 ай бұрын
Great video. Thank you for showing the Cardo install instead of just using the sticky piece
@randyschwan19882 жыл бұрын
Jody rec’d my new 1400, and about to add my Cardo - appreciated your video, well done. Excited to try the ensemble out, but it’s still below zero so I have a couple months to go. Grrr.
@GalvTexGuy3 жыл бұрын
Shoei fits my head better than any other helmet I've tried. Good job, Dan!
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Same with me
@mustaphacheikhali64462 жыл бұрын
Just picked up my Shoei RF1400 today and I already love it.
@gburleson3213 жыл бұрын
Just what I needed to know. Thanks, excellent video, great delivery
@_Tamas3 жыл бұрын
i've had the transitions lens on my 1200 for a solid 4 years so far and it still functions perfectly fine its one of the main reasons i got the shoei and love it! also the ventilation is good on the helmet depending on what riding position you're in
@benfabian17403 жыл бұрын
I dont mean to be so off topic but does any of you know of a method to get back into an Instagram account?? I was stupid lost my password. I would appreciate any tricks you can offer me
@malakaijames28533 жыл бұрын
@Ben Fabian Instablaster =)
@benfabian17403 жыл бұрын
@Malakai James i really appreciate your reply. I found the site thru google and im waiting for the hacking stuff atm. Seems to take a while so I will reply here later with my results.
@benfabian17403 жыл бұрын
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@malakaijames28533 жыл бұрын
@Ben Fabian Glad I could help :)
@madeiraonwheels2 жыл бұрын
After receiving my Shoei NXR2 / RF1400 and wearing it without the Cardo Packtalk Bold Black I installed it, just like you did. But I'm wondering if you're feeling some pressure in your ears. I feel that when I'm putting in and out of my head it will ripp off my ears. Is it the clamp where the Cardo is fixed to, that makes some pressure on the left side of the helmet? Aside from that it is a very good helmet.
@infantrymatt833 жыл бұрын
FYI: you aren’t an XXL. Your helmet shouldn’t come off that easy! On and off that easy mean it has movement and as a fire fighter/ rider I can go into detail about the injuries a loose helmet causes when when your helmet hits then the gapping causes your head to hit the inside of the helmet then your brain hits the inside of the helmet. Makes your Shoei high tech foam as useless as an icon vest! Not being a troll just don’t want to see more TBI’s than needed. Get someone trained in sizing you for a helmet and have them explain head shape, proper fitting of a new helmet and a broken in helmet. Be known for being the source of great information and your page will get followers like fortnine or for bad reasons like maxwrist. If you don’t know the difference I can’t help you
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
I can assure you that my helmet fits just fine. I don’t know how people feel they can assess helmet fitment in KZbin comments which would be like telling someone their shoe or pant size based on a visual assessment over video. My head measures around 62 centimeters which is exactly in the XXL low end but at the XL high end, while it might be true I could smash my giant noggin into an XL, I would never wear it due to pressure not to mention the RF1400 is known to run a little smaller. Appreciate the concern but I can assure you it fits perfectly.
@danjmcs3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan! I just got a Cardo for my birthday and have an old RF-1000 that i'm replacing with the new RF-1400, so looking forward to getting this all setup and you make it look pretty straightforward!
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
@danjmcs3 жыл бұрын
@@GearsGadgets Went for my first long ride with the 1400 and the Cardo yesterday. My buddy has a Sena setup in his helmet and we used the universal intercom mode and it worked really great. Total impressed with the sound quality at freeway speeds.
@jackturner14462 жыл бұрын
Great Video. Just what I was looking for. Thanks
@alexanders77303 жыл бұрын
Evening Dan! Great video as always. I got the RF1200 for Christmas as my first premium helmet. Haven’t got any riding in yet due to the winter, it’s definitely not 64 here lol. . I to have a large melon between xl an xxl. My new helmet is a bit tight and I thought about changing the check pads but afraid it will make it a bit to loose and they definitely aren’t cheap. I dig it he transitional visor, but man I can’t bring myself to spend the coin on it! I’ll have to keep a eye on a eBay for a deal maybe!
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alex, I appreciate that.
@1155media2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting the video! I just picked up an RF-1400 myself and a 2nd helmet kit and was wondering how the heck to get it situated in there, and this helped me figure it out. Cheers!
@davidkaplan47093 жыл бұрын
That 1400 is too large for your head based on the motion I see.
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Definitely NOT the case. My head is 7 5/8 which is exactly where the XL starts in sizing guides and you can see my face deform when pulling it off. If it were any tighter it wouldn’t pull on and off.
@killer26003 жыл бұрын
@@GearsGadgets In the video, you said you went up to a XXL because XL was too small; despite shoei charts listing 7-5/8 hat size as the small end of the XL range. Definitely sounds like a fitment issue. As they say, "Maybe you don't have a shoei (shaped) head."
@jjcurry44523 жыл бұрын
I thought so too based on the helmet sizing method I’ve always went by. With the helmet on and attempting to move it, your face/skin should move with the helmet if it’s snug enough. If the helmets slips on your head it’s too big. But you know what works best for you, stay safe and great video!
@johntomasik1555 Жыл бұрын
EDIT: I bought the Cardo Freecom 2X. Speakers fit ok in the wells. Had to remove the foam spacer that the ear pads in the helmet have. When I removed the spacer foam, it left behind some of the adhesive residue, which actually helped hold the ear pads in place. System sounds good.
@whittyg20103 жыл бұрын
Super helpful with how to route wires for my cardo 👍🏼
@martyportersr70083 жыл бұрын
Dan I just happen to be in the market for a new lid. I am looking at a few different kinds. I never know what I will end up with. Lol Great job, you cannot go wrong with Shoei.
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Marty, The Shoei is a solid choice for sure.
@guzziryder65663 жыл бұрын
A good review thanks
@MsDenver23 жыл бұрын
It looked fine to me , don’t forget the reason the 1400 is tighter on the sides is because shoei have fitted thicker density protection on the sids to improve safty.
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
True. I actually find it VERY comfortable.
@Blottski2 жыл бұрын
Great video thank you so much. Do you know anything about the 45 mm speakers and will they fit the cutouts for this helmet? Asking because I am upgrading both my helmet and comms unit this year!
@davidpeterson9433 жыл бұрын
good info Dan, Thx for sharing.
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Sure thing David.
@caspermoerck3 жыл бұрын
Just what I needed for understanding if the Pactalk would work with the RF1400. Thanks :)
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@juanescobar2216 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video. Looking at purchasing the RF-1400. Have a Cardo Bold with the JBL kit. I believe the speakers are 45mm. Do you know if the 45 mm JBLs fit in the speaker recesses?
@taps_10213 жыл бұрын
I am a big shoei fan . Had their gt air rf1200 and neotec 2 now . Quality helmets
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Me too, its all I have owned. I trust them with my life.
@TylerHunt5563 жыл бұрын
What leather jacket do you wear to deal with the heat of Arizona? I live in Myrtle beach so was curious for options to deal with the heat. Thanks
@sereneturmoil3 жыл бұрын
Hey, Dan, as a new RF-1400 owner - I actually chose this over an Arai Signet-X because of the fit, fit and finish and vastly better/easier vent and visor mechanisms - who is looking to transition my Packtalk Bold from my Scorpion EXO-AT950 I appreciate the overview. I was wondering, though, what clip/clamp are you using with your Cardo unit? It looks significantly slimmer than the plastic one that came with my unit so I was curious. Thanks, again, for the helpful video.
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Happy I could help
@caputo1163 жыл бұрын
Great comparison video. Which one would you say would vent the best with a cruiser riding style
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
RF1400 for sure.
@BobCollings2 жыл бұрын
Which audio recorder do you use on the back of your helmet? I’m thinking of mounting a Rode transmitter there..Is your audio recorder waterproof, or do you find that your recorder stays dry in that location?
@JarheadSixRides3 жыл бұрын
Love my Shoei helmet!
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
They are amazing helmets for sure
@hectichive8892 жыл бұрын
Do you know if Sena works with this helmet as well? I’m assuming it works just the same as Cardo with that little clip in thing. I’m looking to upgrade some of my gear and get this helmet, as well as buying a bluetooth comms set and I’ve never used one before so I dunno much about it
@nautilus17533 жыл бұрын
Dan, it happened to stumble on your channel looking how to install my Cardo Packtalk Slim on my RF1400. You made it look so easy. I was afraid to push it too hard in there, but will definitely try doing it before my next ride. You just got a new subscriber, and living in Peoria myself (idk which part of AZ you are living in), maybe I'll meet you on the road! Stay safe
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
It is certainly a hard push to get it on but I didnt have a problem myself. I should put together a local AZ ride one of these days.
@nautilus17533 жыл бұрын
@@GearsGadgets it would be nice for sure
@luxurybedside3 жыл бұрын
@@nautilus1753 hey, did you figure out how to install the back portion of the cardio slim to the 1400? Haven't bought it yet, but the hump on the 1400 looks like it will make install difficult to impossible for the slim.
@nautilus17533 жыл бұрын
@@luxurybedside Yes I did. I'll try to post a pic once it's done. If u use the shortadaptor for the back and bend the 2 blades that go in btw the shell and foam to
@luxurybedside3 жыл бұрын
@@nautilus1753 awesome! That's basically what I did for the 1200. Good to know. Thanks!!!
@srace063 жыл бұрын
Would the cardo 45mm speakers fit on this helmet?
@Blottski2 жыл бұрын
I am wondering this as well.
@michaelknight2897 Жыл бұрын
The RF-1400 speakers hole are round and the JBL speakers are not. How did you resolve this?
@SPDTWIN12007 ай бұрын
My JBL speakers are round
@mattm65752 жыл бұрын
Hey! I’m having an issue where when I take the helmet off, it unclips the cheek pad clip. Is this a common issue or fixable?
@SabresRugby3 жыл бұрын
Did you use the tape included in the kit to stick the speakers in the helmet?
@CrazyGreek803 жыл бұрын
Great review what's the difference between matte black and black cuz they both look black is the black got a little scene to it?
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
I like matte black which was my RF-SR but it does get scuffed up and harder to keep clean over time in my opinion.
@hooliganfunnetty47123 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'd like get something to listen to music. Any recommendations. I just use my phone & pandora.
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
I LOVE Cardo but that's just me. Thats all I would personally recommend. I use it for music and phone all the time. I have taken work calls on the bike and have been told you can barely tell im speaking in my helmet on the road.
@Twilson_Vtwin3 жыл бұрын
Nice. Just got a balsalt grey one for myself.
@porkchop103 жыл бұрын
I'm ready to pull the trigger on a new one today, but the gray looks to be sold out now...womp womp
@Twilson_Vtwin3 жыл бұрын
@@porkchop10 look around man I’m sure someone has it in stock
@porkchop103 жыл бұрын
@@Twilson_Vtwin snagged the gray display model at Cycle Gear last night, and they also had 10% of on Shoei! They had the darker gray 1200 that matches my bike perfectly on sale too, but for $60 more, I had to go with the new stuff
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
I ALMOST went basalt.
@xdrobberkills1067 Жыл бұрын
How did the clip fit easily for you? I cant get mine in all the way
@benjaminstewart789910 ай бұрын
Same here with Packtalk Edge, did you figure it out?
@mmedia57273 жыл бұрын
I do have a Shoei Ex Zero in XL but it is kinda big on my head. I used XL on my Bell Moto 3 and fits right. Should I down size at Large in a Shoei RF 1400? Thank you.
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Hmm, I wouldn’t give motorcycle helmet fitment guidance online. I recommend going to a bike shop and having someone who can see it help you out.
@my.motorrad3 жыл бұрын
Shoei makes a good helmet. I owned one years ago. I had a GX-1. I probably have more of an Arai head. Either are very good. So, Ruroc didn't contact you? :)
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
I love Shoei. Naw Ruroc didn't contact me but I know they have a heavy social media presence. I would love to put an Atlas 2.0 up against the RF-1400 but I'm not spending another $450 to do it.
@my.motorrad3 жыл бұрын
@@GearsGadgets Some folks got it gratis. Seemed a lot did and it was kind of a caricature in the sense of, oh, another Ruroc review video. IDK. In some ways, you're better off buying what you review as there are no strings attached.
@MsDenver23 жыл бұрын
I have another question , I’ve never used a com’s system , is there a danger of one of those things you’ve put on the outside of your 1400 coursing a potential injury in an accident?
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
I personally don't think so, the com system is right over my shoulder and if it were to make impact on anything it would have to first either snap my neck or completely tear off my arm at which case things have already gone horribly wrong. Hate to be so grim but that's kind of my assessment. Of course you have to make that assessment on your own. Just sharing my opinion.
@Richfiekd3 жыл бұрын
Thinking of getting that helmet what comm do you recommend? Also don't you need a wam for it to work with a Harley? I have a 2018 sgs. Thanks
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
I personally don't know, I ride a Heritage so I don't have the Boom Box GTS to work with. I do think the wam is required though but I am not a great source for that info.
@Richfiekd3 жыл бұрын
@@GearsGadgets ty
@trippontwowheels3 жыл бұрын
Howdy Dan!
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Hey Tripp!!! How goes it.
@trippontwowheels3 жыл бұрын
@@GearsGadgets Doing okay. Once I get some folding money I'll need to replace my Shoei Qwest.
@privatei47723 жыл бұрын
Hey, I watched you install the Cardo and it looks like it’s working for you, it looked like the shell was bending a lot at the clap. I’m wondering how it’s been since you installed it, anything unusual happened to the shell, is the bending less, do you feel any pressure points on that side when you’re wearing a helmet. Any help would be helpful.
@maximos78543 жыл бұрын
I'm currently wearing my 1400 while typing this. the foam is definitely very rigid and hard to form around the device. (sena 30k) (its a big device) helmet does not bend, definitely no pressure points, can only feel the speakers themselves gently against the ears.
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
I haven't noticed any changes or pressure points from the Cardo. Seems all good to me.
@JDsLines3 жыл бұрын
Have the 1400 in med, per measurement of my head. Got the cardo packtalk with jbl. Two issue i had is my left ear has been hurting and I can hear the wind so bad in my left side where my cardo controller base is installed, If I cover the controller with my hand, the wind noise is minimal to none. Did any of you have that issue?
@privatei47723 жыл бұрын
@@JDsLines that’s interesting and worrisome. I didn’t purchase my helmet yet because of possible issues with Cardo installation
@JDsLines3 жыл бұрын
@@privatei4772 ive seen some video where that is the issue with cardo set about clipping to the side of helmet. And the speaker inside is too big for the speaker slot so they are not flushed inside, one of the reason probably its pushing my ear. Probable solution is probably stick the cardo outside
@paulspurlock5993 жыл бұрын
Doesn't smashing the padding for the coms affect how it fits? Like can you feel a bump in your left cheek with the helmet on?
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
I didn't notice any changes
@russdahms3 жыл бұрын
I have the slim and the rf 1400, it does NOT fit very well, because of the new hard foam piece in the helmet. When he slides the bold in, that clamp piece is slimmer and seems to fit nicely. But the slim's clamp is (ironically) thicker, and even part of the unit's cord is embedded in the clamp. It's thick enough that it separates the shell from that hard foam part significantly, causing massive wind noise on that side and deforming the hard foam part. I'm currently scratching my head wondering how I'm going to make it work. Not recommended.
@whoknows68802 жыл бұрын
@@russdahms I had a terrible time installing my slim on the rf-1400, on top of that my ears folded and pinched when putting on & removing the helmet. I hope I dont hear more wind noise on the side of the helmet that foot long plastic insert needed to go into the next time I ride. Returned the Slim.
@ebruhhk2 жыл бұрын
Would the cardo 45mm speakers fit in the rf1400? Or would they he too big and bother my ear? Pleas help
@Jakesweeklygadgetreviews2 жыл бұрын
Did the 45 mm speakers fit?
@ebruhhk2 жыл бұрын
@@Jakesweeklygadgetreviews I seen a vid of some dude installing packtalk black in the rf1400. I think itl fit. Il confirm once i install mine in my helmet
@ethanbaker5987 Жыл бұрын
@@ebruhhk what’s the word?
@ebruhhk Жыл бұрын
@@ethanbaker5987 it fit good, a tad bit too big, but it wasn’t a deal breaker. You will have to remove the padding though, that comes in the helmet
@tylerwilliams7661 Жыл бұрын
That's XXL helemt is to loose on you 😬 like really really way too loose it should not slide around and off you head that easily
@GearsGadgets Жыл бұрын
🤦🏼♂️. Really really?
@JacobVaughan3 жыл бұрын
anyone tried to fit packtalk slim in the rf-1400?
@GearsGadgets3 жыл бұрын
Personally I have not.
@russdahms3 жыл бұрын
I have the slim and the rf 1400, it does NOT fit very well, because of the new hard foam piece in the helmet. When he slides the bold in, that clamp piece is slimmer and seems to fit nicely. But the slim's clamp is (ironically) thicker, and even part of the unit's cord is embedded in the clamp. It's thick enough that it separates the shell from that hard foam part significantly, causing massive wind noise on that side and deforming the hard foam part. I'm currently scratching my head wondering how I'm going to make it work. Not recommended.
@ATL_Rider79 Жыл бұрын
The RF-1400 is an absolute pig, but the fit and finish are very nice.
@leqthai3 жыл бұрын
how would the slim fit on the rf1400?
@russdahms3 жыл бұрын
I have the slim and the rf 1400, it does NOT fit very well, because of the new hard foam piece in the helmet. When he slides the bold in, that clamp piece is slimmer and seems to fit nicely. But the slim's clamp is (ironically) thicker, and even part of the unit's cord is embedded in the clamp. It's thick enough that it separates the shell from that hard foam part significantly, causing massive wind noise on that side and deforming the hard foam part. I'm currently scratching my head wondering how I'm going to make it work. Not recommended.
@Rookz5 ай бұрын
64 is chilly? Tf?
@GearsGadgets5 ай бұрын
When you live in Phoenix where it’s 115 degrees in the summer, yes 64 is subjectively chilly for the same reason when I grew up in Buffalo after a sub zero winter 64 was warm.
@Rookz5 ай бұрын
@@GearsGadgets not sure about that. I lived in LA for 20 years where 115 isn’t unheard of either. Just came back from a ride in the high 40s and that was barely chilly… But I guess I can see where you’re coming from.
@leomykolenko49722 жыл бұрын
upgrade your cameras pls.
@GearsGadgets2 жыл бұрын
👍
@leomykolenko49722 жыл бұрын
@@GearsGadgets great content. The video quality could be better.
@GearsGadgets2 жыл бұрын
@@leomykolenko4972 it all takes time and money my friend. This video is 10 months old, my camera setup has improved since then and if you watch videos that are 3 years old you will see it’s grown since then too. You are offering camera tech critique on older videos.
@leomykolenko49722 жыл бұрын
@@GearsGadgets boss, you are doing great job. My comment is more like straight forward suggestion. Nothing else. Glad you are keep growing. Good luck!
@GearsGadgets2 жыл бұрын
@@leomykolenko4972 appreciate it. Happy holidays!!
@erin79952 жыл бұрын
i think your helmet is too big no helmet should slide on that easily