Simpson Ghost Bandit Review - 2,000 Miles Later

[@shotgunscott]

Love your reviews. The lack of noise isolation is what's holding me back. Incidentally, that's the main reason I bought the Sedici Strada II. Completely different price points and yet the Sedici feels like a comparable helmet due to the materials of the liner.

[@Eiapopeia-f1e]

Depends on what you like. I don’t like it when I feel totally blocked from my surroundings, so the „noisiness“ suits me well.

[@lifebehindthebars8085]

In Australia 🇦🇺 here.. My biggest problem is no one has them in my state and I want to try them on for size before spending my money.. tried to contact simpson to find a dealer close to me but no reply! Sick helmet, I have bell at the moment but not to keen on it and it's a bit to big.

[@elgar6743]

Great 'real world' review - thanks! Also, simply lift your visor before you come to a stop with your clutch hand...easy peasy.

[@eastlondon666]

In England they come with pinlock and I got mine for 240 sterling pounds. I would give it a nine, I ride a harley so everything is noisy, highly recommended.

[@jimallen601]

I currently ride the Mod Bandit and really like it. Were in Florida and are the helmet breathes well. I think your review is right on the mark.

[@Hebron666]

james allen how’s the view? Any distortion?

[@TheVictorFour]

Sure I’ve seen you list your top 10 tools, was brilliant, love this review too, great job pal!

[@tennesseeoutlaw9648]

Pretty sure your intro bass just woke up my whole county. 2 12” in a ported box

[@chrisgreenwood271]

agree ref sound, rode with mine today without the head set fit for music, even with ear plugs its noisy, visor removal / fitting is a bit of a pain, not what I would call quick release.

[@VisionRopeAccess]

What did you do about it ?

[@bodieb316]

Are the helmet graphics stickers or are they vinyl wrap? And did you do a video on how to apply them?

[@erinbaker3744]

Snell rating will never happen with a drop down visor

[@aaronduthoit1278]

Great review👍🏼 thanks for the info

[@christopherhines9524]

Hey brother, just found your channel. Just bought this helmet at the open house today. Just moved to New Braunfels Texas and enjoy your videos. Hopefully can meet you someday and say thanks

[@BikeNBird]

Hey man I was actually at that event 😂

[@carysmith1179]

Awesome review..I using bell bullitt xl hurt my ear after short time wearing bell helmet..think going get this simpson Ghost bandit

[@nathanlamping396]

Do you ever think that the smoke pin lock with a dark smoke visor is too much if it’s not blazing sun all The time while riding during daytime?

[@realgundamsonly]

Where can I get that decal? Specifically the red rips in helmet

[@AmericanPatriot1]

Awesome in depth review! Thanks

[@x2ez4me]

I just got the new sandbox they released in a medium. I’ve been a medium in every helmet I’ve ever owned. Havnt wore it yet on a ride weather sucks. But I’m sooooo 50/50 buying a large. It’s very tight on my cheek. Was your break in a drastic difference ? That’s my only tight place. I have the outlaw In a medium as well and it’s perfect.

[@JAH-0-]

Cool decals .... where can get similar decals/stickers?

[@818_Custom_Garage]

I ride visor up most of the time. Does the ghost Bandit have a bad whistle when visor up? My Shoei RF-1000 didn’t but my Shoei RF-1100 is horrible

[@billboyle5780]

Yeah, mine whistles a little in the two top visor positions. If you pull it down farther it stops but the top two whistle.

[@kevinhobson7353]

how does it work with your glasses? i have a fairing on my harley and the buffeting with my glasses is horrible with my current helmet

[@robertpolkamp]

You have the wrong bike.

[@karamlevi]

@@robertpolkamp you need to be in a Uber, not even driving a car, let alone a bike.😎

[@lukaapakidze4250]

What do you think about Speed bandit?? can you make a review of that one too, please??

[@kylerogan9524]

Ruroc has a tab on both sides, not just a clutch side.

[@jarrodhowell1101]

Kyle Rogan The ruruc also looks like a knock off simpson.. Which it is. Oh. And they dont make a carbon finish yet

[@kylerogan9524]

Jarrod Howell it’s s full carbon fiber helmet. So I’m not worried about a carbon finish. Coming from someone who has owned both I prefer my Ruroc. I wish I could close more vents in it. And the visor mechanism is not as good as the Simpson but I prefer my Ruroc.

[@Timmey04]

Hey guys, I'm thinking about buying a new visor for my Simpson Venom helmet. But i'm not sure if i should buy a dark tint one or a silver mirror visor. Is the silver mirror visor as dark as the dark tint visor or is it lighter when I look through it?

[@305roadglide2]

Where can I get those kool helmet decals

[@HarleyFatBoyJr]

Great review Fam!! 🤙🏾🔥

[@jet0577]

Who in San Antonio did the work on your helmet??

[@paulsmale5436]

Just picked up the Mod Bandit Darksome in the UK for £199 with a pinlock visor included, the shop also did a deal on a mirror visor for £30, so £229 all in with the pinlock and mirror visor ; ) The Mod bandit moves the internal visor switch up and behind the visor hinge leaving plenty of room to mount comms. Includes extra front vents for better demisting and closeable top vents for all seasons riding. Upper exit vents are shielded from wet weather.

[@oddjobpaul7868]

In Canada 2022 I paid just over $800

[@stevenhasa8042]

How does it hold up in the rain?

[@johnp6109]

Hey hey love your channel it’s very informative ....but like to ask you a question.....I just bought a white mod bandit and I love the decals on yours are they decals or painted on please let me know....thanks 👍

[@nickmaag8423]

What are the better helmets in your opinion?

[@russjohnsonii4654]

Been between a few full face helmets recently. And as someone who hasn’t worn a helmet in 11years, it’s a tough call. I like the drop down visor, but can’t decide if it is worth the extra over the Biltwell. Also considering the icon airflite, but that’s a whole different design.

[@1066serenity]

The drop down visor is excellent. Both my helmets have them, and i wouldn't go back to using a helmet without them.

[@GruntHarley]

I been looking at this Helmet to replace my RF1200, but still not sure if Simpson is for me. I have seen Arai Concept X, and Shoei Glamster which both declined they will be coming to the US.

[@klat6636]

Have you seen ruroc atlas 2.0? I'm looking to get out of my rf-1200 and stuck between this and atlas 2.0!

[@GruntHarley]

k Pont I seen it online only. It looks good would love to check it out.

[@jorjorbinks89]

@@klat6636 ruroc helmets wont ship until april 30th..

[@acetru7002]

I was using a Lane Splitter, but I want to upgrade to a Simpson, im in between the Outlaw bandit & the Ghost Bandit, Tx rider here also, what’s your opinion

[@BikeNBird]

Ghost bandit is definitely worth the extra money

[@bobhog3969]

Is it less noisy then the biltwell lane splitter? And I ask cuz I have the lame splitter and I’m looking for it too be not as noisy.. but you make it sound similar?

[@Timmy2fingers]

Bob Hog its not noise cancelling. There will still be noise. Wear earplugs 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@djkilpatrick5256]

Why this helmet over the mod one?

[@BikeNBird]

From what I've heard from other users, the mod is MUCH more comfortable. Unfortunately with me having to run cameras and mic's on my helmet, the mod version doesnt work for me

[@djkilpatrick5256]

Bike N' Bird cool, thanks for the reply. I don’t ever run cameras but I’m in between both helmets.

[@brutalblues]

My Outlaw Bandit is disappointingly noisy. I was hoping to hear that the Ghost Bandit was quieter.

[@VisionRopeAccess]

Very loud indeed. Where you able to do anything about it ?

[@brutalblues]

@@VisionRopeAccess may try spare cheek pads helmet came with. Haven't doe that yet, but fingers crossed.

[@marshallcollins8634]

My biggest surprise is that you gat a Harley over a hundred 😂 Also if you are doing 12 hours on a Harley the helmet/neck issue is non existent compared to what your spine is going through. Last if you want to CRUSH miles but can't stand the noise, get a Mercedes. I hear they are super quiet, cushy and some even wipe for you😂. The different visor arrangement is food for thought .

[@billboyle5780]

When you grow up and are able to ride a motorcycle, you might find out why so many people tour on Harleys.

[@leftymike8730]

Funny, I have more of an oval head and the dealer i got mine from told me I shouldn’t get it because it was made for people with round heads, lol.

[@Timmy2fingers]

Why the hell do people whine about noise when it comes to helmets? Wear earplugs, or go buy a gold wing. Or just stay in your Prius

[@Fixated17]

exactly.. first thing you learn riding a bike is to wear ear plugs.. ha

[@BlueDevilMoto]

I know I'm late to this video but man, I love the tab being on the left side. I normally raise my visor between downshifts when coming to a stop. I hate all these newer helmets that have the latch tab in the middle - I have to reach in front of my face to lift my visor, just not a fan...

[@1066serenity]

Excellent. I pretty much agree with everything you've said. The Ghost Bandit is my favorite helmet, if i'm not doing long distance trips. I have a Shark Spartan Carbon that i use for longer trips because it's a lot quieter. The Ghost Bandit doesn't come in cheap, but it's a lot better quality than the Lane Splitter and the venting is better. I'm interested in seeing how it compares to the Ruroc Atlas, but the Atlas doesn't come with the second visor which is a feature i really like.

[@bwhite220]

That settles it - I’m getting this helmet in matte black. Thanks, Justin!

[@kamilf9558]

Great video Thumbs up 👍 Thanks for sharing Peace

[@rossgrubbs4017]

How does it fit with eye glasses?

[@chrisgreenwood271]

fits fine, even the internal sun visor does not snag on my glasses.

[@fireoil]

It start to be out of stock in france. I will quickly buy mine !

[@Rhino-ux7yf]

I love mine !! Just got it ! LOVE IT

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

I have the outlaw bandit, i love the style but it is uncomfortable, how is this one?

[@469LG]

Will you ever review the shoei rf-1200 or rf-sr? Every dyna bro I know that ditched Simpson & biltwell all said they would never go back after buying the rf-1200. Would be great to get a review from you.

[@nobutada55]

I got the rf1200 and brother has the lane splitter. The fit and finish of a $500 vs $250 helmet is night and day. His biltwell has problems with the visor staying put and has less padding. My RF1200 is more plush.

[@jcrean3]

469LG RF1200 is light years better than this thing

[@DobermansRock]

That is a stupid visor setup. Its better to have the main visor clear and the inside drop down tinted. You remain more aerodynamic. Durka Durka DUUURRRRR

[@rm4228]

I have the revolt version ..love it. Great helmet!

[@juraganjengkol9284]

Could you please help me with the sizing? What size should I get if my head circumference is 56.5 cm? ... According to the size chart, I should order a size M, but some Simpson reviews suggest ordering a size down.

[@nicholasleewood]

So if you added the thumb tabs on both sides of the visor would you get rid of the locking mechanism or how would you work that

[@manthis22]

You mentioned there are better helmets out there at the same price range. Can you name a few?

[@Mo0nkey]

Hello from Germany, how do you change the inner Visor?

[@lowlifechris5833]

They paid me good money to say it was a great deal.

[@metro8731]

You couldnt COMPARE Biltwell Lane Splitter and the Simpson Outlaw Bandit? I know there are similar but fitment, size, etc information isnt very findable and i wanna see if they are just the same damn helmet or not lol... love the reviews too man cant wait for more content.

[@Fixated17]

owned a lanesplitter and just sold it to buy one of these. the lanesplitter is comfortable BUT moves waaay too much air! No closeable vents in the chin. I had to tape them off. Helmet still moved too much air around the eyes, so i ended up putting a line of thin weatherstripping around the visor and that made it decent. So if you like lots of air flow, the lanesplitter is good...but doesnt compare to the Simpson's quality.

[@hjkhhjkh3635]

where did you get the graphics bro?

[@wuaname8441]

Why wouldn’t snell approve a Simpson? Drop down visor?

[@BikeNBird]

Simpson does have Snell approved helmets, just not this one. But my guess would be the drop down visor as well

[@billynoresco6370]

I think I want one

[@kimk8674]

another great review

[@LifeontheBlacktop]

This couldn't be more perfectly timed. I'm looking into a full face and I've been eyeing this one

[@EddieBlazer]

BlacktopDevil I’ve rode with my ghost bandit for about 8k miles now. If you ride a lot of highway miles, I recommend looking into other helmets. This helmet is super noisy

[@LifeontheBlacktop]

@@EddieBlazer good to know, thanks! That's 99% of my riding

[@firefighteruppy9121]

I got this helmet 8 months ago and have put about 1,600 miles on it. I'm still a new rider, so no experience with other helmets. As he and others have said, its noisy. My bike is noisy anyway... Sportster 48 with V&H Short Shots exhaust. I'm going to try ear plugs and/or baffles for the exhaust because after a couple of hours, my ears are ringing and my head is pounding. Other than the noise, I love it, the styling, fit, and function are great. Just my 2 cents... good luck, stay safe.

[@kcw]

Can you provide the link for your quick disconnect chin strap unit?

[@MrKeneal0330]

Most every motorcycle shop carries them.

[@kcw]

@@MrKeneal0330 Well there are some I have tried and very much do not like. I saw his briefly and have not seen any like that in stores. Just curious if he had a link to where he found his. And how did he connect it on the D-ring side.

[@BikeNBird]

►HELMET STRAP QUICK CONNECT - Ryde Wear Buckle amzn.to/2Xu5FnS

[@jorjorbinks89]

Do you ride with your glasses and if so how does the helmet feel with them?

[@SquatchGaming22]

I was wondering the same exact thing

[@van9463]

This helmet was such a disappointment. I got the most expensive carbon version and two months later I am getting something else. To anyone considering it, be aware that if you are used to other premium brands (agv, shoei, arai, etc) you will be extremely disappointed. The helmet looks cool, and is quite light, but that is about it. The noise is unbearable, as are the aerodynamics. It is literally only for low speed riding. The worst part is definitely the inferior quality compared to others in this price range. The visor does not seal properly, scratches extremely easily, the internals started to fall apart after a few uses, and what shocked me the most is when I realized that the EPS liner is made from segments which at some points were literally held together with tape. Finally, just so you know, even the most expensive carbon versions are made in China, which Simpson does not mention anywhere on their website. For the same price I am now looking at the Shoei X 14 (X spirit 3), which is on a completely different level in every single aspect.

[@ryanokeefe12]

The tab is on the left so that you can adjust your visor while riding/using the throttle. Leaving your bike in gear with the clutch in all of the time just prematurely wears out your clutch pads.