Simpson Ghost Bandit Five Year Review

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[@alanparadis5061]

I really appreciate you posting that because I'm about to get one and you may have saved me alot of BS over sizing... I'm in the Medium to small range and would be pissed if it was too big...

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Yeah man, sizing with this helmet is weird as hell - The Outlaw Bandit fits me much better

[@brianbalcer]

Only helmet I can think of that might look a little cooler is the Ruroc helmets. Though... the quality on those are questionable. Icon helmets are pretty unique looking as well. I've been looking at getting a Ghost Bandit. I don't ride a Harley but my Yamaha Raider does get mistaken for one from time to time. My only real worries are the wind noise. Currently using a Bell Qualifier DLX MIPS. I am between the L and XL with the Ghost Bandit, a tad closer to the L and not sure which to get.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Raider is a great bike - As for the wind noise, just throw in ear plugs and the noise will no longer be a factor - As for sizing, I would try to make the Large work

[@thinkingimpaired5663]

Nice review. I believe in having no helmet laws, however those who don't wear a helmet really haven't been in a real accident. I wear a helmet all the time for vision, abrasion protection and impact protection. I have been hit in the eye with a grass hopper around 25 mph I couldn't see for about 50 feet on a Levee road, I could easily gone into the river. In 82 I went down because a guy ran over me and my full face Nolan kept my chin from abrading. Have a great ride and keep the shiny side up.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

That's kind of the same thing I have noticed over the years, which is people who generally do not wear gear when they ride either have never gone down themselves nor have had anyone close to them go down

[@Wes.jumpss]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jayzee1968]

Simpson.. listen to this man. I’ve got Arai $$, for a Simpson; listen to the feedback of your customers…if you want that $$.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Facts

[@Iswhatitisssss]

Just got my GB here down under (Australia) best Helmet out

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Nice 🗽⚡️

[@m3talc0re]

A lot of people mock the drop down sun shield, but when you ride to work every day and the mornings are too dark to use a tinted visor, that drop down sun shield is great to have.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

100%!

[@AJ.Boyce603]

Pretty dope watching a review an on something your looking to buy an recognize the scenery your riding in you from the 603?

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Nah I'm from Brooklyn - This was a trip I did up into Laconia off season - Did a random ride from Laconia all the way to Portland and back that day, was sick

[@missioncapable4658]

I'm between small and medium. What do you recommend?

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Honestly man, that was the boat I was in and I could not get either to work for me - I wound up going with Outlaw Bandit route in medium, and that's what I run to this day

[@elijahransom7837]

Where did you get that vest style jacket I would love to do somthing similar in red

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

www.firstmfg.com Use discount code AC25

[@BossMan302]

We don’t have to wear helmets here in CT but I got fucking smoked in the chest by a rock on the highway and have worn a helmet ever since. If that would have hit my face I would have been dead from either the rock impact or the 80mph crash.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Good reason to wear a quality vest/jacket too

[@chechubelo]

Best review

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Doing our best!

[@zacharykessey5278]

My lens are always fogging up just got the helmet a couple days ago and can’t stand it fogging up every single time

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Throw a pinlock in there!

[@turbotoro]

thanks for do this very clearly review. Greating from Italy

[@lukaapakidze4250]

what's your black vest called?!

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

It's a First MFG Custom Jacket - Use discount code AC25

[@Delpuertadecabetha]

great video thanks man!

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

You got it man - Which helmet did you decide to go with?

[@Delpuertadecabetha]

@@FXDLSBrooklyn I got the mod Bandit in white. Love it man so comfy and quiet even at hight speed

[@gavelben]

How do you do a 22 min helmet review and not talk about wind noise??

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

I did mention it, you just couldn't hear over the wind noise

[@danielney6]

@@FXDLSBrooklyn lmao

[@Paul20661]

Now from Simpson BK Low size

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

That's what we need Paul!

[@labasrytas2876]

just go for "bandit " helmets instead- to me they even look better, and twice as cheap

[@labasrytas2876]

to author- half an hour waisted, brainwash... all that could be pointed in 5 minutes description! dislike!

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

You should watch it again, it hits better the second time 😎

[@bikesandbeagles]

Good video. Something to note I watched a video from Infamous Creep who noticed his Simpson helmet wasn't made in the USA. Could be what's going on with the manufacturing differences.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

I have not heard that, will have to look into it. Regardless, the helmet is definitely significantly different now than it was circa 2016.

[@leftymike8730]

Not sure if you mentioned it but compared to my Bell Star and my Shoei the Ghost Bandit is LOUD! It is definitely the lightest and very comfortable but the outside noise I get is maybe 50% more than the other 2 I mentioned.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

I knew I forgot something - Yes, it is extremely loud compared to a Shoei.

[@jayzee1968]

They made the shell size bigger because we all gettn fatter in America. Lol The truth sucks.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Could that be true?!

[@blwnova4155]

I think XS, S, M are the same shell size. L, XL, XXL are the other shell size - according to when you look at Cheek Pads that's what they say

[@paintballjunkie65]

I always wondered why my simpson XL was so much bigger than the XL's from other brands that my friends wear.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

That, would be the reason. I hope one day they bring the sizing back to what it was 5 years ago.

[@chadbobby]

Bro! Where did you get that Vest/Jacket I thought it was a vest for the longest time... SICK AF!!

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Check it out here! Use discount code AC25 kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2iuoaZnpNOFj7c

[@joed3651]

Talked to a Simpson rep. All of their helmets are Chinese made. Pretty bummed especially with the price point.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Yeah man I had always thought they were made in the US - At least it's an American company

[@jakeb.1318]

Have you tried the mod bandit? I want one and I think that one helps with sizing because you're supposed to size down from their sizing chart

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

My Dad actually runs that helmet and really likes it.

[@rianodewanto7540]

Greeting from Jakarta Indonesia.. Thanks for this video.. Its make me more sure to buy this helmet..

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Right on man! How's the riding out in Indonesia?

[@rob7105]

I really like the style of the helmet obviously but the helmet hasnt had an update in terms of material or quality etc for what 6 years now seems like it needs a refresh maybe a 2.0 or something does the lining or weight/materials seem like they are a bit dated when comparing to some of the more recent helmets

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Agreed!

[@fabiozanetti2]

Bellissimi video e bellissima moto sei il numero 1 resta sempre così continua a fare video così potrò vederli tutti le settimane che Dio ti protegga sempre in bocca al lupo per la tua carriera su KZbin un abbraccio forte Fabio Zanetti Rome Italy ciao 😉✋

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Grazie Fabio! La mia eredità è siciliana e napoletana, tanto amore per l'italia qui!

[@luise.r.a.1220]

Hey bro!! Thats one thing why I owe you a big thanks, cause you help me to get the ghost bandit, and thats how we met...big advise from your side. Two tumbs up!

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Right on Luis! Glad I could help

[@Greetings666]

I have 12 helmets, 3 Simpsons. Curious how you came to the conclusion of the Bandit having the best airflow than any other helmet you’ve had. There’s borderline ZERO ventilation in it aside from the little screen vents in the jaw line. No top slide vents, no rear exit ports. Nada. Its is light and cool looking though no doubt. But I also find it to be one of the loudest helmets I’ve ever had, even with earplugs.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

I know what you mean, and yes strangely enough, I do feel like I get more airflow out of my Simpson helmets than either of my Shoeis, can't explain it, just my experience

[@josheaton8544]

I feel like they sell more large sizes than small sizes. So priority probably goes there

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

This is true - I've been running an Outlaw Bandit these days

[@josheaton8544]

I have a bigger head so I'll probably check out the Ghost. I appreciate the review though! I'm surprised it vents so well with just those openings in the front

[@macdaddyrepairllc7433]

Simpsons are not made in America. I called them about my ghost bandit that I ordered two months ago and they said they are still waiting for them to ship from china

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

This is true - American company, although the helmets are produced overseas

[@Bluis5445]

Shouldn’t we replace them every 3 years? I’m confused. What does Simpson suggest. Fxdls has homework to do.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Honestly I think it depends. For example, if you have a helmet that you have only used say, twice, would you replace it after 3-4 years? I think at the end of the day it comes down to use/wear. Regardless, I was never fond of homework B.

[@Bluis5445]

@@FXDLSBrooklyn btw if you buy a small you can ask for the smallest pads they have. That’s what I do because when you wear down the pads the medium doesn’t even fit anymore.

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

@@Bluis5445 For my situation, that swap idea won't work - Called the company about it. No dice

[@lukaapakidze4250]

can you please review the speed bandit and outlaw bandit as well?! would appreciate!

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

COMING SOON

[@lukaapakidze4250]

@@FXDLSBrooklyn Thanks a lot, bro!

[@bullast2046]

Made right here in San Antonio! Did your “perfect” Simpson have the drop down visor?

[@Johnny_Thumper]

Mine was made in China.

[@locoocho2415]

Thanks for the great review. 👍

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Thanks man!

[@TennisCoachesSupportNetwork]

what is the camera on the side of your helmet (assuming it is a camera!!)

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Lexin G16

[@TennisCoachesSupportNetwork]

@@FXDLSBrooklyn ah intercom not a camera?

[@garylal7065]

I've listened to you carefully and I share some of your thoughts which in fact is reality but l can't find the link for the dealer/ manufacturer to purchase that said helmet.

[@drewblueline9679]

Can’t afford one. Want to donate one of the tons you have to me please 😂

[@superduty131]

You and I are exactly the same size and I just decided to dismiss buying one. Shoei or Arai are up for consideration 🤔

[@SuperGrasshoper1]

I had the same problem with a medium. I boight a small and swapped the cheeck pads now they both fit

[@Legions_666]

How's the wind noise on it?

[@leofloppa]

Does the helmet include the dark and clear visor or do you have to buy it separately?

[@michaelsodano616]

Separate like $56

[@Paul20661]

❤️❤️❤️

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Always

[@jamieb.7095]

I thought Simpson helmets are made in China now, right?

[@FXDLSBrooklyn]

Are they? Was always under the impression it was Texas