STOP! Don't buy the Arai RX-7V Evo until you've watched this mini review

The 2022 Arai RX-7V Evo is now certified to ECE 22.06, the toughest safety standard. But should you buy one? If you've just got yourself an RX-7V, this review explains the differences between the two. Covering vents, weight and safety, plus a 200 mile road test, we'll tell you whether this helmet is worth the money.
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
02:25 Arai's safety claims & ECE 22.06
03:49 Why Arai doesn't fit drop-down sunshields
05:07 RX7 intercom compatibility
05:29 First impressions on the road
06:41 Arai RX-7V Evo weight, fit & aerodynamics
08:06 Should you buy the 2022 Arai RX-7V Evo?
09:51 How to fit an Arai visor
#Arai #RX-7 #Evo

[@bennettsbikesocial]

The guys at Sportsbike shop pointed out that there IS an optional dedicated intercom for the RX7V / Evo - the Sena ACS10 www.sena.com/us-en/product/acs10. We'll hopefully get a review of it live as soon as possible.

[@ivoruren3086]

Yes, that is the one that I bought from them, the instructions are dire :-( , My partner has a shoei and the dedicated SENA for that was an absolute doddle to fit. 😁

[@jasonahl6273]

That’s perfect. I find it strange that arai don’t mention it anywhere. Thank you very much

[@zyonsdream]

I had a crash in November that broke both my legs causing compound fractures that required nails from my knee to my ankle. I broke my knee and shattered my heel. After high-siding and landing over 40 feet away from my bike, my head came to rest on a metal sewer grate. I was wearing my Arai XD-4. I never lost consciousness, had zero head injuries. I own 3 Corsair X, 2 XD-4 and a VX-Pro. I loved Arai before my crash and I refuse to ride anything else after. I’m convinced it kept me alive.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Blimey - sorry to hear that! Hope you're recovering well. Cheers, John

[@ozzyg82]

This man does such a thorough and balanced job - he must be protected at all costs.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks very much! I'll make sure my boss sees this! Have a great weekend, cheers, John

[@neillthompson2]

Protected by an Arai RX-7V Evo! Or perhaps an RX-7V since they are the same

[@johnny207]

Please Bennetts keep this channel going for years. John is such an experienced and fantastic presenter. He’s always on point. After all the last 15 years of motorcycle channels from any so called social stuff from companies like yourself, they’ve always felt stale and nasty. You’ve nailed it with John and this channel. I honestly watch every one of his vids and will continue to insure my bike with Bennetts. Many thanks ( the other chap is also very good)😀

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks so much! (And no, this isn't my own account, or my Dad)

[@kenjikenjikenj]

Your mention of having so many layers to look through is really nice to hear. Especially at night, or during sunrise and sunset the internal reflections get really out of control. I also prefer to just carry around the other visor

[@nickthequick]

I agree, the visor lock on the Quantic took some time getting used to but, as always, once you get the hang of it it's really no issue.

[@VenkatP]

Thanks for the review!I found it really difficult to open the visor of this helmet. I was really worried that I didn't fix the visor properly. Tried re-installing visor multiple times. Eventually I realized there is a simple trick to open the visor and that there was no problem in the way the visor was mounted. After opening the visor by pushing the lever, instead of trying to push the visor straight up, one has to slightly push the visor forward and then push up! Thats all is required to open the visor without any trouble. Its like open the visor using the lever provided using thumb and then pull the visor slightly out and push up.

[@MrVaderino]

Great video! Definitely my favourite helmet brand to be ARAI for what they stand for... be keep buying Shoei's because of drop-down dark visor! Another minor aspects weighs when choosing a new helmet: compatibility with Cardo comms, noise level, and of course workmanship /comfort.

[@nickloftus9079]

Nice review 👌 I like the point on glasses and all the extra layer of plastic. It's changed my opinion on what my next helmet might have.

[@harrygilbert3738]

It says it all doesn’t it; Arai didn’t have to change the shell or lining for the helmet to pass ECE.22.06 - kudos Arai.

[@patthonsirilim5739]

Basically the Evo name didn't mean shit it's pretty much the same god dman rx7v magnificent helmet but the Evo name is pretty shitty thing to do

[@Killishness1337]

@@patthonsirilim5739 Its more of a legal formality than anything, reatilers are not allowed to sell the ECE 22.05 helmet after January 2024 so they could potentially revert the name back after then

[@wm2357]

Great job as always!

[@minimatan]

Incredibly likeable chap and very engaging when so many motorcycle gear reviews are drier than day old toast.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks! All the best, John

[@ThisisDutch]

Love the energy and honesty in this vid, thanks for this excellent review! Do you think you're able to get the RX7 evo and the Quantic side by side for a comparison vid? I find myself (and maybe others with me) really not being able to choose between the two.

[@s1dew1nd3r4]

Another solid video, good work from John as per!

[@Scarletsb0y]

Thank you for the video, this is great information to know, as always keep up the good work.

[@piersdenney]

FWIW, I do find the RX7V quite loud, definitely louder than my Schuberth C3Pro and R2, but its not the loudest I've ever worn either. Great video John, nice to know that my RX7V is more protective than I knew.

[@allenglishknives6823]

Great video, thanks 👍🏻 I’m an Arai fan boy, gotta love em 💪🏻

[@pauldickinson2764]

Great review as always, you present as if you are part of a discussion not a lecture, great result, i agree about the glasses issue, frames getting bent is also a pain.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks! It's when your glasses float over the bridge of your nose too - I had that with a Bell in the past. Cheers, John

[@RFspyder007]

I love my Arai Quantum X. Works well with Cardo and have put on a light tint visor with pinlock full time and when it gets really sunny, I take off my no tint prescription sunglasses for my tinted prescription sunglasses. Would I like an internal sunshade? Sure, but it's not a deal breaker.

[@RK01]

Great video. I have a RX7V and Tour X4 and love them, Arai fit my head. The Arai quality and fit is great and worth paying for in my opinion, the visor change on the RX7V isn't rocket science after a bit of practice.

[@andrewwelbourn9577]

Another great review John. You can get a photocromatic pinlock for the VAS visor rather than drop down visor. I recently bought the old V version for a bargain price. Glad to hear next to difference between the two versions.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Cheers - yes, good point about the Pinlock! All the best, John

[@RichO1701e]

I just bought my annual insurance with Bennetts after getting my FSCS cheque after MCE went bust only 5 months into my annual premium, lost over 6 months NCD. Still a fairly newish rider after passing my test in 2019, so these YT reviews really are excellent, especially for the novice riders. Looking forward to digging into all the BikeSocial stuff in the coming weeks. Great content, keep it up 👍🏻👍🏻

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks so much! Welcome to riding - have fun, and any questions, just shout! Cheers, John

[@tucker9162]

I had a wasp go in that centre vent and sting my head. Luckily I was doing 25mph in a village. Arai might have the safest helmets, but their vent foam is too open. I also have a Arai shaped head John. I love the fact that my RX7-V meets the new standard as is. Thanks for the video

[@thomasdoran2363]

Pah, ! I hit a Pigeon full on in the face whilst touring in france with my RX7V (about 60mph!) There was blood, guts, giblets & half-digested food everywhere (inc inside some of the vents too!) I was dizzy and saw 'white' for about 30seconds - luckily managed to slow things down and get off, before i fell off! Big vents are great - until you encounter one of these RARE moments like you, I and John have had!

[@themartiandefender2128]

Great video cheers, I'm waiting for new Arai to arrive ! Would love to see a video of the comms on the helmet as looking to buy one myself for new helmet & my new Z900 !!

[@bennettsbikesocial]

You can read reviews of comms on bikesocial.co.uk. Cheers, John

[@themartiandefender2128]

@@bennettsbikesocial cheers !

[@andrewmelalueca4881]

Thanks for the review. If I get another bike when I get my full licence, I will probably buy another lid then.

[@stevelewis7207]

Great review as always John. Just one difference that you overlooked - the Evo comes supplied with a tinted diffuser in the box that you can choose to either fit or discard. It’s attached by thin strips of 3M double sided tape. If you do choose to fit it, it means that the tiny rear spoiler between the back of the two top air intakes can no longer be adjusted. Keep up the good work - you give us the most detailed reviews available anywhere on KZbin

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks! Actually, this didn't come with it. Though I will check. All the best, John

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Just heard back from Arai Europe - the diffuser does come with UK-supplied RX-7V Evos, but not European ones. These were the first few in (hence even the ACU stickers aren't on yet), so that's why it wasn't with it (and I missed it). Will be sure to talk about it in the written review. Cheers, John

[@stevelewis7207]

@@bennettsbikesocial Thanks very much for coming back to me John. I’m quite surprised that Arai don’t include the diffuser with helmets destined for some other markets. Its a pretty flimsy piece of plastic and mighty expensive at £76 online if anyone wanted to retrofit one ! I don’t think I’ll be fitting mine as it would make the back of the helmet far more fiddly to clean. (I’ve ‘mocked’ it up to see) I’m also a road-only rider, and I imagine I’d get very little benefit in improved aerodynamics / reduced wind noise ? Cheers. Steve

[@bennettsbikesocial]

@@stevelewis7207 Yeah - I'd imagine it might be a benefit with a hump perhaps. I'll see if I can find out, but I definitely don't feel the need to have it on here. Cheers, John

[@2wheelsrbest327]

Thats interesting Steve because on my TT X7 GP the chin vent broke and rather than have the hassle of finding a service centre or sending it somewhere I contacted Arai direct who were really helpful and they sent me a chin vent FOC and to fit it I had to remove the inner chin bar which is also held on by double sided tape. Wonder if Shoei also use double sided tape.

[@gixerloon]

As always a nice review John, I've owned Arai since my first Quantum E in 1998 (which I still have, don't wear it any more) after having other brands, (Bell) I then went on the sell bike gear for a living, and would always try to get my customers into an Arai, and no I wasn't earning commission... 😉 I just found that they fitted the best for most people, and usually my customers found that also after trying on cheaper brands. After a big off where I banged my noggin pretty hard, then slide down the road on my face and again in 2002 had a pretty big off, while wearing Arai I believe them to be the best helmets...well at least for me....and when I sold helmets I tried all of the others as a comparison, and Arai always fitted and felt better on my head. I bought an RX7iv Edwards rep in 2003 and barring an interior replacement after a few years was still using it, right up until last year (2021) although not as regularly as previously, when I felt even though it was still giving good service, felt it should probably be replaced after 18 years, when I replaced it with a Profile-V, thats how good an Arai is in my opinion, yes they are expensive, but you get what you pay for, imho, where as a cheaper brand and I'm talking sub £200-250 here, not the better brands like Shoei or Shark etc, would probably last maybe 2-3 years, this is obviously just my experience, others may well disagree, and no I don't/didn't work for Arai 😏 I actually found the visor change easier on the previous Arai's this new system I found too fiddly, although you're not changing it every 5 minutes so once fitted with a dark visor thats where it stays mostly.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks very much for this! My first lid was a Quantum in 1996; it was way over my budget, but my mate got me to try it on and I was sold! Cheers, John

[@gixerloon]

@@bennettsbikesocial Cheers John 👍

[@RayLombardi]

It is highly reassuring to know that after 7 years in production, the 'old' design passed the new homologation without changes. I'm proud to wear Arai and like you said, in my case as well, I put it on and I forget it is there. It is uncanny. The ventilation is simply outstanding. There is no other helmet on the market, in the same category, that vents nearly as well. And in terms of noise, there may be some, but I always wear ear plugs, so it makes no difference to me. Besides, all helmets are noisy, even the more quiet ones. In any case, thanks for the great introduction to an amazing bit of kit. Cheers.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thank YOU! All the best, John

[@2wheelsrbest327]

John ordered a light tint pin lock for my TT RX 7 GP would I have been better to have brought a visor instead. Another good one John.

[@theonlyredspecial]

I wished arai had a better fit for my head shape. Never had any success with them. Got a new carbon fibre Simpson venom helmet. Love it !

[@paulhigbee3311]

I have always worn Arai Helmets from Quantum F up to 1 x Roberts RX-7V & 1 x Crutchlow RX-7V.

[@jonathangriffiths4635]

I like this guy, always honest and normal, no bullshit

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks! All the best, John

[@KimmyR3]

my first helmet had drop down visors. Tried it a few times and I found it's more of a hassle than it's worth.. Never used it again and never bought helmets with drop downs since then.

[@KimmyR3]

at least on my old AGV K3-SV, the drop downs don't block the sunlight enough to make me want to use them. Get a tinted or iridium visor/shield if you really want to block sunlight. all things considered, a drop down visor is very minor to everything arai has.

[@motoshan]

I understand and respect that they don't add a dropdown sun visor but why they don't make a photochromatic visor like Shoei does is beyond me. Seriously I love my Shoei photochromatic visor more than any dropdown visor. I understand it doesn't get as dark as a proper dark visor but it's 95% of the way there and that's enough for any occasion.

[@summerforever6736]

What t model is that? Thanks

[@matteoma1656]

You can get a photochromic pinlock insert for all variants

[@motoshan]

@@matteoma1656 link?

[@matteoma1656]

@@motoshan for arai it's called protect tint

[@matteoma1656]

@@motoshan i can't paste the link for some reason. It's VAS-V protect tint pinlock insert. The visor shop should have it for the UK

[@1MrBryn]

The lack of a drop down sun visor keeps me out of an Arai. I understand where they are coming from, but it's just such a useful feature to have.

[@cpuuk]

Agreed, too useful not to have, especially as sunny conditions chnage

[@_johnm]

Once you get used to it, the Arai Pro Shade works great. And, in comparison to e.g. my Shoei Neotec II, the Arai is much easier to keep clean than the internal shade on the Shoei. Another aspect is that the helmets with internal shades have less visibility in the up direction than the Arai and this makes a non-trivial different when riding faster, more tucked.

[@bella_testastretta]

it's a must have dad biker feature lol

[@_johnm]

For the people complaining about the lack of a drop down, internal visor on the Arai's... Once you get used to it, the Arai Pro Shade works great. And, in comparison to e.g. my Shoei Neotec II, the Arai is much easier to keep clean & non-fogged than the internal shade on the Shoei. Another aspect is that the helmets with internal shades have less visibility in the up direction than the Arai and this makes a non-trivial difference when riding faster, more tucked.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

That thicker brow does make a difference. Cheers, John

[@alanhassall]

It is good to see that some manufacturers build their helmets to out perform the current standards. I had previously heard that At least some Arai helmets passed the new Snell standards when they came out. As far as the drop down shield, isn’t the RX7 their racing helmet? Does the Shoei Spirit or X14 in the US have the drop down shield? While I don’t subject myself to the speeds on a race track, the race track doesn’t have sign posts and guard rails all over the place. If something besides the Arai Signet fit my head, I would be wearing a modular. I may when the Schuberth C5 comes out if it can me made to fit my longish head. I miss convenience of the flip up chin bar. Great video.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Cheers! And you're right - the race lids of other brands don't have drop down shields either. Cheers, John

[@Banditmanuk]

Another great vid John. The omission of a drop down visor just stops me buying not matter how good the helmet is. Recently been riding in Madeira and that's lots of dark tunnels emerging into brilliant sun. The internal sun visor for me was an essential safety aid. If I owned that leather jacket I would have to buy the new Cyan Storm MT10 to match it 😉

[@motoshan]

wouldn't be a problem is they simply made a photochromatic visor like Shoei does

[@davegallo8166]

They make an external flip down visor that goes over the clear one

[@motoshan]

@@davegallo8166 yes I've seen but it's not the same thing

[@motoshan]

@@davegallo8166 sorry just realised you weren't replying to me. strike that 🤣

[@Banditmanuk]

@@davegallo8166 Yes I know but it looks awful 😖

[@heldemel2035]

love that last comment there- keeping it real!

[@MrCrazeDawg]

I Ordered the new arai Quantic in M, but prior that I had the Arai RX7V testfitted in the same M size, and to be very honest, Arai RX7V fit me much better than Quantic. Eneded up paying extra and going with RX7V

[@nicksokolis6343]

I bought the Quantic after your review and it is the most comfortable lid I've ever had but the sun visor is something I miss.

[@bikersquest]

The pro shade isn't too bad, consider giving it a go

[@steve00alt70]

D30 has now developed a liner to work with MIPS technology in helmets so they are getting much much safer. Its a real shame that Chris Rouse couldnt see this safety technology.

[@AleksiJoensuu]

I liked the old Arai visor change mechanism better. It was harder to learn, and a lot of people were scared of it. We actually had people come to the shop to have their visor changed. (I work in riding gear retail). However, for those of us who DID know how to use it, it was so damn quick - faster than any other visor mechanism around. But I guess it was too fiddly for people to learn from an instruction booklet :D

[@bennettsbikesocial]

I used to be able to change the old one while wearing the lid. It does seem pretty clear in the manual!

[@AleksiJoensuu]

@@bennettsbikesocial Yep! It was just a bit scary because you had to bend things and slide them and it made all sorts of crunchy noises, and required some confident motions. This new one is much less scary - but also slower.

[@ErnstBuchmann]

@@bennettsbikesocial I loved the fact that I could change them while wearing it with my gloves on. Easy to change from dark shield to clear shield in the evening. So this seems not to be a step forward if I have to take the helmet off?

[@phenominalblak9797]

So….. am I correct in assuming that here in the USA, I can purchase the Corsair x and feel confident that that lid will eventually be covered under the new ece22.06 standard

[@targetoz5470]

You said that it really aerodynamic how come its noisy? Also would it suit trackday sports bike riding? What would be the quietest sportsbike helmet?

[@missydee6085]

I understand why Arai don't fit their excellent Pro Shade visor on what is their premium racing helmet, but I do think they should offer the aforementioned visor system at a reduced price for those of us that don't go on-track. They did it for the brilliant QV-Pro:so why not the rest of the range? ps I wear glasses - & the pinlock'd Pro Shade visor has never restricted my vision.

[@nickedwards5440]

I am not an arai fan these days though I used to be up until 2009. For me they are too heavy, the visor mechanism is archaic & the brow vents are in my field of vision on a sportsbike. I have no use for a drop down sun visor though! Great test btw!

[@DmitryIve]

What brands do you prefer nowadays?

[@nickedwards5440]

@@DmitryIve I have a Shoei nxr2 which is quite good though unusable on a really sporty bike because of the shape at the back. Because of this I bought an hjc rpha 11 which is actually pretty good though it does mist up even with a pinlock. I also bought a Nolan x804 carbon because the price was right, they fit my head shape well & I'm a sucker for carbon! I wear the hjc the most though when the weather is sunny.

[@DmitryIve]

​@@nickedwards5440 Thanks for that! I didn't really expect such a quick reply to a comment on a 2-year-old post 🙂

[@jasonahl6273]

Hi John. Really loving your work! A quick question or two if I may? 1. Does the rx7 evo have a stepped or intimate visor mechanism? 2. Am I right in thinking the quantic can take an intercom internally as per the neotec 2 3. Which would you chose for very fast road use and maybe 4 track days per year? The evo or the quantic? Thanks in advance for your support.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Do you mean 'infinite' visor? The RX-7 is the same, un-stepped visor system of other Arais. I've got an intercom in the RX-7. If you're going that fast on the road that it's putting high pressure on the helmet, I'd go for the RX-7 as it's a tighter fit. Cheers, John

[@ignacy334]

Hi what color do you recommend white or Black thank you

[@darktimbercustomknives6248]

Do u prefer wearing this or the quantic

[@lynsmith1096]

Good first look video

[@skywalker7517]

Always loved Arai Helmets always wanted to have one, but I couldn't justify the price, it's way too much expensive,can't justify paying 750-800 for a helmet alone, got a deal on a xlite x803 ultra carbon for 300$, couldn't miss on that,it's a good helmet not as fancy as the Arai but it's close,and it's lightweight

[@MrPRIYANK94]

I'm still confused between thr rx7v evo and xspr-pro for road use. Both are at the same price point for me, currently using a k6 that fits perfectly. Any suggestions?

[@ivoruren3086]

Would it be possible for you to make a video showing how to fir the Sena ACS10 intercom to these helmets? The installation instructions that come with the Sena acs10 are pretty useless So I have been trawling the net and came across this video which has been useful to show cheek pad removal etc. but the ACS10 just "doesn't look like it'll fit, even though it is supposedly designed for the RX7V and RX7 EVO Thanks for this great review

[@paulsven7923]

It definitely is noisy however it fits my head the best

[@jasonjohannes8285]

Love your videos very informative especially for a rider just getting back in to riding. Btw do you know of any skill shops where I can learn new techniques gain more confidence etc?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks very much! We do rider confidence days if you're in the UK. I also really recommend BikeSafe

[@jasonjohannes8285]

@@bennettsbikesocial can you give me more info on confidence days please I’m based in London. Thanks

[@bennettsbikesocial]

@@jasonjohannes8285 This is where they're held - keep an eye on them as they keep updating. Cheers, John rewards.bennetts.co.uk/rewards?category=rider-training

[@pauljai7151]

I managed to pick up a quantic from sportsbike shop for £299 with price match. Absolute bargain and love it.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Bloody hell! That's an amazing deal!

[@mkgreen9750]

Noise diminishes greatly when I replaced the cheek pads for a firm fit.

[@jasoncook6177]

The drop down visor socks, I hate that I have on my arai rx7v is a tinted visor ,and it's awesome in Queensland Australia

[@ignacy334]

Hi what color you recommend to buy

[@SouthWest-jj8yu]

Nice review, unfortunately I can’t get a good fit with Arai tried a few. What’s the difference in safety testing between Sharp and ece, which is best or are they just different?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Very good question! Compared to 22.05, SHARP was a great way to see how far a helmet exceeded the minimum requirements, but now that baseline is so much higher, it does raise questions. I think (and hope) it remains relevant, but it's not something I know enough about yet. I will contact them though. Cheers, John

[@thewoundedsoldier8312]

I owned a Rx-7x arai.. best helmet for me

[@UncleWally3]

I’ve owned and enjoyed Arai. The reason I’ve strayed from the brand were my difficulties with their face shields. The other brands offered snap-on-snap-off shields, but you needed to be a magician to remove an Arai shield. Relative to the shields of other brands, has this improved?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

I used to be able to change the old shields with the helmet on my head! No, this isn't as easy as a Schuberth for instance, but I really don't have a problem with it at all. I show swapping it at the end. Cheers, John

[@topperbikez5292]

I have 3 RX-7V's. I just purchased the 3rd one last month, I went for the kiyonari trico design. What made me laught, I paid in or around £500 for the standard RX-7V model, the RX-7V with the rear diffuser was something like £800. An extra £300 just for a diffuser 😲. Now ARAI are my favourite helmet, the RX-7V fits me like a glove. But come on that money for a bit of plastic at the back......Maybe I'm missing something 🤷‍♂️

[@matteoma1656]

The racing variant has a 2D visor (for fitting tear-offs) and most importantly a FIM certification, wich makes it more expensive. The diffuser makes up about 50 of the diffrence. That's why the new one you bought is more expensive :)

[@abigailmendoza4819]

Does the RX Evo share the visor with the old RX?? thanks

[@RideHarder]

Hello, can you please tell me how it would fit Cardo systems to this new Arai? I’m loooking to buy this new model of Arai but I would like to install the Cardo system as well, edge or freecome etc

[@bennettsbikesocial]

The unit sticks on the side, and the speakers fit in the cheek pads. More info here www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/products/helmets/arai-rx-7v-evo-review

[@robertyork4041]

I use a couple of Shoei Neotec (not at the same time!) and often keep the top vent open - and, depending on the time of year, will almost invariably have some bug find its way onto my head - very irritating! Do you know of any modular helmets that incorporate mesh to prevent the insects getting in?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

The Schuberth C5 has a mesh over the top vents. You can clean it out too. Cheers, John

[@TrulyUniqueOne]

I had all the helmets and the rx7v is by far the best, build quality and fit are unbelievable

[@gregs5738]

How does the Arai compare with respect to noise compared to the quieter touring helmets (Shoei Neotec 2 or Schuberth C4 or C5? Thanks.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

If you open all the vents you'll get a rushing air sound, but it's a different noise to that caused by the seam in a modular lid, for instance. No helmet is quiet enough for earplugs unless you never get over 40mph, and the biggest influence on noise in a lid is caused by the fairing on your bike. Wind tunnel helmet testing is done with no fairing, and it depends on the shape of your head, how your ears fit in, if you have a neck tube... Personally, I've found no premium lids that are 'too noisy', and none at all that are quiet enough to not wear earplugs. Cheers, John

[@davidrutherford3345]

I have a light sensitive visor on my shoei, Its the dogs nads

[@MiddletoM]

i didnt know these existed!

[@romansluga1418]

Why doesn't Arai offer a photochromatic visor such as Transition? I have a Bell and Shoei with these visors fitted and its the best and safest option by far. Arai do offer a Pinlock light smoke insert but it is no where near the performance of that offered by Transitions - I know as I have both. Come on Arai its time you caught up with the market. Hope Arai are listening and introduce this soon :)

[@Nick-vu2bz]

Arai: "If it aint broke dont fix it". Also the post edit bits are funny.

[@hellothere4342]

I happen to have the Arai head, 2 big offs, the chin bar took an absolute beating both time. No head injuries that I know of so they'll have my business till they no longer produce a helmet to fit my noggin.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Sorry to hear that but glad you're okay! All the best, John

[@user-ur8jf7nx3c]

Hello sir, i have a naked Ducati can i ask you a question your opinion between Quantic and Rx 7 evo what to choose, thanks and sorry for my English

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Personally, I wear the Quantic more as it's a more relaxed fit. But if you truly ride hard (as in very fast track speeds), consider the RX-7 as it's more tight fitting so more stable. I use the Quantic at intermediate level speeds on track. Cheers, John

[@frankiepavinato]

Wait a second...you're telling me the Quantic is suitable for a sports bike as well (I ride an Aprilia RSV 1000) and it has the SAME airflow that the RX7-V? I tend to sweat a lot and have my head really hot inside the helmet and I need a super aerated one... I thought the Quantic was suited for naked bikes and road enduro.. I ask this because I recently bought a Shoei GT-Air 2 for my Multistrada and while it performs really well on this bike is not suitable for the Aprilia

[@RuledByMars]

I need helmet here in the USA that has top vents that don't let rain come in. Good luck to me! Bell is all I've found. Any suggestions? Thanks

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Do you mean vents that don't let rain in even if they're open? www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/products/helmets

[@The3osforos]

How do you know that they are big enough for a horsefly to fit in the airvents?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Ha! I had one go straight in in a ride out; was horrible panicking to get pulled over and rhe lid off!

[@pointer2null]

@@bennettsbikesocial A friend had a wasp fly in through his visor when we toured Ireland - was the fastest stop, dismount and helmet removal I've ever seen. (Both the wasp and my mate surveived with no damage)

[@146matt]

Arai don't appear to have a long oval in the range anymore 😢. The RX7 seems a little shorter front to back than the Quantic. John if you have a chance to speak to Arai I'd love to know why there is no long oval. Thanks for the review..

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Hi Matthew... Sorry for the slow reply! I checked with Arai Europe and got this reply: "We had two different fittings in the past, but found out that the majority of our customers in Europe have the intermediate oval fit. "With the ability to customise the interior a little bit by removing the 5 mm peel-off layer, or by getting it fit by one of the Technical Pro Shops, the long oval was not really needed anymore. "The USA heads are more long and oval, but those have a different approval (DOT, added with Snell M2020)." Hope that helps, cheers, John

[@146matt]

Thanks John, I really appreciate your follow up. The long oval fitment drew me to Arai. I'll give one of the Pro shops a try, presumably they put you in a larger helmet and add pads either side. It will be interesting to see who pays for the extra pads!

[@PatagoniaArg]

Just ordered Arai Shogun...replacing rx-q

[@emza7170]

Getting my first helmet. There’s a good deal on the Arai chaser x for £330 or quantic for £500. Is the Quantic worth the price increase?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

The venting on the Quantic is excellent, and the 22.06 certification is a safer standard, but the Chaser's still a great lid.

[@floydian25]

How does arai deal with the twisting forces without MIPS or other similar technology?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

The round, smooth and strong outer shell helps it glance off in an impact, rather than grabbing. You can imagine a softer outer deforming more and allowing more energy to transfer.

[@floydian25]

@@bennettsbikesocial that's pretty awesome that their traditional design language was already doing this. Thanks a lot for the reply

[@Nefus1988]

You forgot to mention that the Evo have 4 shell sizes instead of 3 (size M now have It´s own shell)

[@scottenlow5249]

7.00 your right side chinstrap cover is stuffed behind the cheek pad.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

That wouldn't have surprised me as I'd pulled the pad out quickly to get a clip, but on a bright screen you can see it's not - it is coming out of the correct hole then hanging down. Cheers, John

[@veronicaweir3596]

He is great .

[@OxiSG]

If you personally could pick this or the Shoei equivalent, what would you pick?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

It comes down to fit. I'm lucky enough to have a Shoei NXR2 as well. I tend to find Arai just a fraction more comfortable for me, but there's little in it. It's very, very personal.

[@OxiSG]

@@bennettsbikesocial thank you, I’m testing them out in a few. Will be happy with whichever fits best!

[@SlickMotoMike]

I have an Arai RX7-V Iom TT Limited Edition ellan uarrir For £750 it's alright would recommend Arai Profile V it's much better just i wanted this RX7-V iom tt limited edition for the colour The Arai Profile V has suede cheek pads which is higher quality and more softer on the skin which is much better than what my £750 helmet cost lol ridiculous

[@Euvtoos]

Hi isit hard to fit the spectacles inv

[@bennettsbikesocial]

No, I have no problems. Cheers, John

[@michaeldeguzman3201]

Which is better buy rx7v evo or quantic

[@bennettsbikesocial]

On track, RX7, on road, Quantic

[@thetonetosser]

Arai is the best helmet money can buy. No question. The only thing I want to see is the return of the race rep.

[@sebastianpopa8]

I’ll stick to shoei! 😅

[@melvincannell9449]

Arai helmets are the best form of protection in my opinion makes me laugh when people say how much and my reply is how much is your head worth my safety is very important even down to my alpinestars leathers it makes me cringe when i see people riding with cheap ass helmets and just casual clothes on absolutely crazy

[@seankirk333]

👍

[@gravel_slope]

why does not motorcycle helmets use MIPS like cross helmets and bisycle helmets?

[@jasoncook6177]

I have the same helmet, it's awesome and its noisey, however I live in Queensland Australia it's so fu@#n hot,lol but the ari is cool to ride in and it looks cool with my gen 111 busa👍👍👍👍

[@ozzyg82]

Have you done a video for the noisiest to quietest helmets?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Not yet, but its hard to quantify without making a lab set up, and then there are too many variables.. The thing is, your head shape will make a difference in any lid, and it's a bikes fairing that has the biggest impact. All helmets, no matter what the brand or influencers say, need earplugs. Unless you never go over 40mph! Cheers, John

[@The-Splat]

@@bennettsbikesocial True. But some helmets are quieter nonetheless (better visor seal, more effective chin curtain, etc.). And MotoCAP’s helmet ratings include their quietness/loudness. Do you think the Quantic is quieter than the RX-7V Evo?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

@@The-Splat hmm... maybe a little quieter, but don't underestimate the impact your bike's fairing makes. Neither is noisy. Cheers, John

[@The-Splat]

@@bennettsbikesocial Thanks!

[@Neils400]

the Evo comes with a clear spoiler for racing

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Yes, in the UK - mine didn't, but it was an early one and they didn't have them in then.

[@jeffdavies688]

Go on then...how did you know about the horsefly?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Ha! A frantic panic stop one Sunday as I felt it go in.

[@K-carbon]

How does the shoei X14 do in the new test does any one know 🤔

[@bennettsbikesocial]

As far as I know, the NXR2 is the only Shoei certified to ECE 22.06 at the moment, but there'll be loads to come this year... it's early days.

[@K-carbon]

@@bennettsbikesocial instresing I stick with my shoei X14 by far most comfortable quiet helmet I've owns as you pointed out the arai is quiet noisy I found them not that comfortable it's OK now but shoei is streets ahead in comfortable quietness and stability

[@markellison4875]

What would you buy Quantic or RX?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Depends what you're doing, but personally the Quantic for pure road use. Cheers, John

[@beverleynorth4914]

Another detailed video, thank you. How about a vid on how to pronounce all the odd motorcycle brands - Arai, Shoei, Akrapovic, etc Save us all embarrassing ourselves What about RE Himalayan , apparently should be pronounced Himarleean!!!!

[@bennettsbikesocial]

I think that'd get me in more trouble than any of the recent ones! Though to the best of my knowledge it's a-crap-a-vich, showee, ah-rye, and yes, as far as I know, Him-ah-lee-an. And Ny-kee and porsh-eh

[@beverleynorth4914]

Don’t worry about getting in trouble, your opinion is well-respected and valued and your research is second-to-none. While I’ve got your attention, wet or dry lube? I do dry miles and have used Wurth dry lube sprayed on the inside of chain. Problem I’ve got is a bit of rust on the outside of links. Would wet lube be better in preventing rust and corrosion, I do find the dry lube very dry; suppose that’s how it gets it’s name!!!!!!

[@bennettsbikesocial]

@@beverleynorth4914 dry lube's best for dusty conditions, but of the ones I've tried, they didn't seem as good for corrosion protection. Cheers!

[@beverleynorth4914]

Hi. So what’s the best wet lube?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

@@beverleynorth4914 www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/products/motorcycle-maintenance-and-servicing/best-motorcycle-chain-lube