I just got the X15 last Wednesday, and holy shit this is an awesome helmet. I upgraded from an old 2006 HJC helmet. The air flow inside this helmet is phenomenal. I ride in Houston, Texas, and last Sunday, it was well over 100⁰F with stupid humidity. With the visor shut, it was like I was turning the AC on. I'm in love with this helmet. I spent a lot more than I thought I would, but the selling point was how comfortable it is and when I put it on and take it off, it doesnt feel like its trying to take my cheaks with it. To add to this, I made a hydration tube out of my camelbak, and that is soooo awesome on long rides in this heat.
the aero is literally magnificent on this helmet, even though you're using a naked bike helmet ive use it for touring with my z1000 and it works great, the ventilation and aero is top notch👍🏻
For anyone that's confused this helmet is SNELL M2020R which is very different from SNELL M2020D that RF-1400 and most others have, in a nutshell SNELL 2020R is basically conforming to ECE standards (which are far superior where it actually matters as they focus on rotational and SNELL's standards are outdated) and it's a SNELL sticker for the sake of it.
Bought my X15 in Japan a few months ago. MASSIVE upgrade over the already phenomenal X14 I had before originally. Even mpre quiet, better air flow, water tube equipped, and less feedback at "higher speeds." 😅
The shield is actually a CWR-F2 visor, the same as the RF1400 (this one in the X15 includes the tear-off posts, otherwise identical) the X14 uses the RF1200 visor.
@@crazycamkalani Tried to buy a transition lens last week.. dealer said they weren't interchangeable because base plate differences. If you're correct.. they lost a sale for no reason.
I think it's awesome that we finally have a DOT and ECE 22.06 helmet available in the US market although it's worth noting that the Snell certification is Snell M2020R which is really just a watered down ECE 22.06 doesn't really mean much. Fortnine has a good video about this If you're curious
2020r is not watered down and Fortnine actually did a terrible job explaining what 2020r is. He didn’t even try.. just whines about Snell having two mc standards and leaves it at that.
@@jamesmullen75 he had an issue with one standard containing potentially two different ways of getting certified so you didn't know what you were buying whether it was the old double hit or single hit to meet European standard, now that they have the D and R, that's no longer true, but it is watered down compared to ECE 22.06 and FIM they don't test for rotational force at all
Snell was the beed knees test 30-40 years ago. All they do is hit the helmet x2 twice super hard in the same spot. Companies are overbuilding shells too much material and weight to satisfy it. its meaningless in a real world crash when you probably are flipping around and your neck/brain is getting tweaked. Learned that from 6D research. This Shoei might steal me away from old bell star carbon.
If I were you I’d be happy about not spending $900 on a SOLID colored helmet that marginally improves on the X-14. I’m scared to know what the graphics/Marquez paint schemes will cost.
Don't be, X15 is a step down in ny opinion, aftee owning if for 2 weeks i exchanged due to the whistle from the top vents, then the 2nd one had the same issue so went back to X14 where thats not a problem.
Hai Spurge and Revzilla team. I heard these 2 helmets already reached US big time. Do you mind to review KYT helmet and NHK helmet next time?? Thanks tho. Cheers 🍻
Shoei kind of does the same thing as Arai where generally the shell is engineered to be more likely to deflect, so they don't feel the MEDS system is necessary on this helmet. The VFX-Evo is very angular and more likely to "dig in" in a crash, hence why MEDS is implemented there.
Just guessing but it is hard to make helmets for both standards since they test almost completely different things. Fim is repeated hits and many angles basically. Dot is a heavier hit, but only one and more basic angles. Short answer: cost.
No mention of the ventilated cheek-pads? This is a feature unique to the X14 and X15. The "nose" vent opens to the interior but the "chin" vent travels through the innards into the padding. Definite game changer for summer riding.
While a cool feature for sure, there wasn't much noticeable difference when testing the helmets back to back and with other full face helmets. Definitely cool feature, but in our testing it was pretty minimal at normal road speeds.
Has anyone experienced the x15 and the rf1400? I want a sporty helmet but I want to put a lot of miles on it and I know the rf1400 will be quieter but is it that much of a difference? Will I miss out on comfort?
X15 is a track oriented helmet. Rf1400 is a street helmet. Wind noise will be greater in x15. You also lose some comfort in the X15. The X15 will be a little lighter. The 1400 with the brow vents open and visor closed feels like you turned the ac on when it’s hot af out. If you don’t plan on going to the track, save yourself a few hundred bucks and get the 1400.
Is it finally available? I needed a new helmet last year and was holding off on a new helmet until these came out. I was even debating getting my cousin in Germany to try and buy and send me one last year.
Something I am surprised you didn't note is that the shields for this helmet should be compatible with the new CWR-F2 visors that fit the RF-1400. At least I am assuming they are the same, since my plan is to upgrade to this helmet from my RF-1400 and the visors I have for it. Great overview otherwise :)
Buy it from Europe, likely even cheaper. That’s how I got my FIM homologated helmet, for less money. Not saying Snell is meaningless, but the FIM standards are tailor made for motorcycle riders, and prioritize rotational injuries and concussion protection.
...Are you asking this with intent to buy a 900 dollar helmet for the pads when you can go online and buy replacement padding through shoei from a distributor?
@@lynxinursinks342 i just ordered padding for RF-1200 (i live in Japan) and the waiting time is 6months+ in the home market.... in 6 months i can save up for a whole damn helmet.
The bigger Arai comparative would be the Corsair-X which is a race helmet like the X-15. The Contour-X would be a street alternative closer to Shoei's RF-1400.
I have a X-14 & i work at a cycle gear location in Cali. we got this helmet a week before release & we had a size medium (which is my size for the X-14) this helmt is much lighter to me, & way more comfortable aswell. Not to say my X-14 is not comfortable, but its forsure a step up in padding. Imma definetly get a X-15 in gloss black. Just like my X-14.
You should weight them side by side because it did go up in weight, but they did a decent job at hiding that. The X-15 is a pretty cool helmet especially for customers that want an active MotoGP helmet or the ability to customize the interior (if the X-14 didn't fit perfectly). Otherwise, the X-14 on sale is a steal for a very similar helmet.
@@patrickmchugh8039 yea they did hide the weight pretty well, cause it does feel lighter, but honestly can be because i vlog & have a camera on my X-14 so that added weight of the camera makes a difference forsure. Either way i will still get the X-15, it will be my non vlogging helmet, but i will still have a camera on it for accident reasons. I want to invest in the 11 black mini, but the fact you cant change the battery really does suck.
@@gtracerh only the X15 has the similar fit as the RF-1400. Also, RF-1400 & X15 share the same face sheilds now. The X14 has similar fit to the RF-SR, & the X14 & RF-SR share the same face sheilds aswell.
@@gtracerh Yeah they are pretty similar but I will say, I find more room around the ears in the RF-1400 than the X-14/X-15. That might just be my ear-shapes, but otherwise the fits are similar.
Same models. Just different name scheme in the US market. I will say tho my x14 from Europe felt lighter than the x14 in the US market (possibly due to DOT). Might be the case with the x15
On the surface they are identical. As stated by RevZilla in their reply the helmets go to respective markets with different safety regulations, but to expand on that they are actually manufactured with differing material thickness/densities to comply with those regional standards. Parts would be interchangeable (pads, shields, etc) but the helmets themselves are different.
Please don't take offence for this post, because I love Revzilla. You guys all do a stellar job of making great content! STELLAR! I just wanted to point out that you often say "Fitment" and I suspect it's being misused. Are you trying to use it as a noun for the parts of the helmet? Fitment is an old "English" noun for a fixed item of furniture or piece of equipment, especially in a house. "Fit" is the adjective, verb, and noun for how something fits. So whether you "explain the fit" of something, or say something has a good "fit", you don't add any more letters. You only add letters if it "Fits" or if you are going in for a "fitting". But the word fitment is not a fitting word for this video unless you are maybe trying to use it to describe the liner itself as being one of the helmet's fitments :P
I regret getting my alpinestars supertech r10. I wish I got the x-15. supertech is fine but the last 10% is just not worth the money. Plastic squeaks, wear and tear, customer support, etc sucks. I wish I stuck with shoei even though they intentionally marketed the x-14 in a really shady way to make it seem like it was ECE in the US but that was only true outside the US
Haven't worn a DOT rated helmet in my years of riding. I've always bought my lids from Europe since they cost less. Haven't had any issues but of course YMMV. Was trying to grab an spr pro but I guess Shoei instructed Europe shops to not sell them to US customers.
The 'X' series have always been track helmets but this version seems to take that to the extreme. The X14 could be used as a street helmet so I think it's the sweet spot. The X15 just goes one step too far into the track only helmet category.
FWIW - having used both the X14 and X15 back to back on the street, I don't think there is much difference between them for those that want a sporty-helmet for commuting or that want a single helmet do both track and street. Shoei definitely designs it to best at high-speed, but most riders who buy it are likely on the street (same with other GP level sport helmets)
@@patrickmchugh8039 That improved venting is WHY I'm considering it for the street. I've seen a few reviews that mention this is still a mighty street helmet.
@@TheOnceAndFutureDoug yeah, after using it in the street back to back the venting was pretty much the same for me, but you do have the ability to close more vents if that’s your thing. I’m on a naked sport bike though, so ventilation isn’t really an issue at speed ha
@@leventeyuboglu4501 If the X-14 didn't fit you, the X-15 would be great since you can customize the interior of the helmet now. However, if the X-14 fit you just fine I think it might be a solid option to pick up on sale as the X-15 launches.
No option to customise purchase with dark or photochromic transitions shield at this price point is just dumb from shoei. Great helmet no doubt but cannot excuse the rip off
@@LeakyWadersAdventureClub don’t disagree, but a $900 helmet that doesn’t come with most common race shield used at track days included? Pretty big miss
its "spurgeon" im guessing his last name and everyone calls him "spurge" i mean nicknames are tough, i understand not everybody knows that nicknames exist
USA not America, Bolivia is part of America, you are in the USA (the british called their colonies generically "America", you are not british and I hope not a colony of the realm.) Separately the foam in Shoei liners rots after 2/5 years depending on how much use the helmet gets, this is totally unacceptable and does not occur with any other helmet I've used.
so by your logic, if he calls his country "the States", you`re going to point out that he`s not African, because Africa has states too...? he can call his home country: usa, us of a, America, United states, United states of America, States, Murica, they all refer to the same patch of land. i`ve been using my shoei helmet everyday, for 1h, rain or shine, for 3 years and nothing rots or smells funny.
Never tried a shoei but it’s a heavy helmet could be the safest and most expensive but I’ll stick with my xlite x803 ultra carbon and my new exo R1 evo in carbon both are lightweight helmets wouldn’t change them for anything!!
I don't know if you guys can read, I think you should read before you comment,I said I never tried a shoei or said anything bad about it,the guy who made the video said it's 3 pounds 10 ounces, that's 1.65 kg and that's heavy compared to my xlite at 1.26 or the R1 Evo at 1.4 kg,shoei or Arai could be the best Helmets but aren't carbon or lightweight,if you try wearing a light helmet you will never wear anything else even if it was shoei or arai
@@skywalker7517 i have agv too. 1.26 in small size. The lightest helmet in my collection. And i have 8 helmets. There is a reason why shoei and arai have a reputation and so on. You have to try it and give them a go. The weight is really just a number.
I would love to try shoei or Arai but I have neck problems, my choices were limited, I can't wear heavy Helmets,don't get me wrong one of my favorite Helmets is Arai Nakano or a kiyonari replica,I love the designs of the Japanese riders,sadly I can't get any right now I have alot of Helmets, and the prices for it is too high,my last two that I bought were for the price of an arai
YGWYPF. But honestly the Shoei really offers the best bang for your buck in this price category. The AGV Pista is about $400 more but it's kind of a Pista-Crap by comparison. It's a very light, very aerodynamic helmet, but lacks completely many creature comforts we've come to expect in a modern helmet such as bluetooth speaker pockets and vents with an on/off switch. They use rubber vent plugs... Also, "tell me your helmet is loud without telling me your helmet is loud," in the accessory pack is a pair of earplugs... About $1000 for the HJC 1N, which is carbon so slightly lighter than the X15, but nowhere near as nice when it comes to the fit/finish and the internals. The Shark Race-R Pro GP is up there around $1000, but has only 2 shell sizes (a joke for that money). And the Arai Corsair-X despite being a $1000 helmet suffers from a lack of modern innovation opting instead for tradition and simplicity, most Arai helmets are like this. They're all very well made, but very basic. Arai does several shells but inexplicably made the LG and MD (the two most common sizes) share a shell, while XS and 2XL (the two LEAST common sizes) got unique shells. Also, Arai has a carbon Corsair-X that's $4k. THAT is absurd.
@@DesertDuc the RPHA1 is not a carbon fiber shell. Like SHOEI it uses a matrix of cf, aramids, and other organic materials. It’s also FIM rated which is probably the biggest reason it’s lighter. ECE 2206 helmets now have a weight penalty due to stricter penetration testing similar to SNELL.
Why would you sacrifice safety for weight?? The composites used by Shoei are tested to surpass DOT, ECE, Snell safety ratings, they achieve that through the materials used, and unfortunately carbon fibre isn't quite there as yet. They are apparently doing a lot of carbon fibre testing and development, with various weaves and flexibility, so it's the future once safety ratings are achieved.
LOL don't at me, other brands have been creating carbon helmets with FIM homologation. Tell that to AGV for example, the top of the line helmet that they have is made of carbon. We do not want to test the safety of a helmet no matter what the brand is. But the lightness of it, you will benefit from it every single time that you will wear your helmet. Now tell me, do you guys plan to yeet your bike and crash every single time for you to emphasize safety on me? I bet no.
Learn more about the Shoei X-15 Helmet here! rvz.la/3NtDXBl
when are you guys going to start carrying the liveries for the X15?
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I just got the X15 last Wednesday, and holy shit this is an awesome helmet. I upgraded from an old 2006 HJC helmet. The air flow inside this helmet is phenomenal. I ride in Houston, Texas, and last Sunday, it was well over 100⁰F with stupid humidity. With the visor shut, it was like I was turning the AC on. I'm in love with this helmet. I spent a lot more than I thought I would, but the selling point was how comfortable it is and when I put it on and take it off, it doesnt feel like its trying to take my cheaks with it.
To add to this, I made a hydration tube out of my camelbak, and that is soooo awesome on long rides in this heat.
Nice, I'm looking at getting one for highway riding. on a naked bike my head gets pulled around at highway speed. What is the X-15 like at speeds?
the aero is literally magnificent on this helmet, even though you're using a naked bike helmet
ive use it for touring with my z1000 and it works great, the ventilation and aero is top notch👍🏻
For anyone that's confused this helmet is SNELL M2020R which is very different from SNELL M2020D that RF-1400 and most others have, in a nutshell SNELL 2020R is basically conforming to ECE standards (which are far superior where it actually matters as they focus on rotational and SNELL's standards are outdated) and it's a SNELL sticker for the sake of it.
I thought SNELL is higher rating than ECE? Since SNELL doesn't allow drop-down visors and ECE does.
@@mckricks1snell isn’t nearly as good, it’s for riding in a car, not a motorcycle.
Bought my X15 in Japan a few months ago. MASSIVE upgrade over the already phenomenal X14 I had before originally. Even mpre quiet, better air flow, water tube equipped, and less feedback at "higher speeds." 😅
How about the weight ?
What's "feedback" mean to you? Aerodynamic stability? I'm debating making the upgrade.
Great video, I just bought one based on this review here in the UK, it is exactly how you describe however here it's called X SPR PRO
The shield is actually a CWR-F2 visor, the same as the RF1400 (this one in the X15 includes the tear-off posts, otherwise identical) the X14 uses the RF1200 visor.
Yes correct. Shoei always make the RF/Z is the more "urban" version of X lineup
It's listed as a CWR-F2R. The base plates between F2 and F2R are not the same.
@@LetsGoBrandon_ No, the base plates are identical. The X15 just has tear offs, hence the R. CWR-F2 visors are a direct fit. I own one.
@@crazycamkalani Tried to buy a transition lens last week.. dealer said they weren't interchangeable because base plate differences. If you're correct.. they lost a sale for no reason.
@@LetsGoBrandon_ yeah they are wrong, but they are out of stock everywhere, any rf1400 parts keep going out of stock as soon as they get restocked lol
I absolutely loved my x14, excited to snag an x15
I envy you, its not cheap to own 1 here
I think it's awesome that we finally have a DOT and ECE 22.06 helmet available in the US market although it's worth noting that the Snell certification is Snell M2020R which is really just a watered down ECE 22.06 doesn't really mean much. Fortnine has a good video about this If you're curious
2020r is not watered down and Fortnine actually did a terrible job explaining what 2020r is. He didn’t even try.. just whines about Snell having two mc standards and leaves it at that.
@@jamesmullen75 he had an issue with one standard containing potentially two different ways of getting certified so you didn't know what you were buying whether it was the old double hit or single hit to meet European standard, now that they have the D and R, that's no longer true, but it is watered down compared to ECE 22.06 and FIM they don't test for rotational force at all
Snell was the beed knees test 30-40 years ago. All they do is hit the helmet x2 twice super hard in the same spot. Companies are overbuilding shells too much material and weight to satisfy it. its meaningless in a real world crash when you probably are flipping around and your neck/brain is getting tweaked. Learned that from 6D research. This Shoei might steal me away from old bell star carbon.
Just bought a x-14 last year, slightly before they announce this, I'm a little sad ngl.
Why Bro, Shoei X-14 safety is proven for many years
I also have one and still one of the best in my opinion
Worth the price
same 😢
If I were you I’d be happy about not spending $900 on a SOLID colored helmet that marginally improves on the X-14. I’m scared to know what the graphics/Marquez paint schemes will cost.
Don't be, X15 is a step down in ny opinion, aftee owning if for 2 weeks i exchanged due to the whistle from the top vents, then the 2nd one had the same issue so went back to X14 where thats not a problem.
Free returns...just return and buy at a discount or get the new one.
Hai Spurge and Revzilla team. I heard these 2 helmets already reached US big time. Do you mind to review KYT helmet and NHK helmet next time?? Thanks tho. Cheers 🍻
What’s up with the black on the lip/chin area?
Still no dedicated rotational impact protection? Would have liked to see this with Shoei's MEDS system or wt least MIPS
Shoei kind of does the same thing as Arai where generally the shell is engineered to be more likely to deflect, so they don't feel the MEDS system is necessary on this helmet. The VFX-Evo is very angular and more likely to "dig in" in a crash, hence why MEDS is implemented there.
Fiiiiinallyyyy! I've been waiting! Yesss!
Love the new look, the stash is on point
Most comfortable helmet I’ve ever worn!
why is the US variant of the XSPR Pro not FIM approved?
Just guessing but it is hard to make helmets for both standards since they test almost completely different things. Fim is repeated hits and many angles basically. Dot is a heavier hit, but only one and more basic angles. Short answer: cost.
@@HeyAddieImTojo DOT is bs and shouldn’t even exist
No mention of the ventilated cheek-pads? This is a feature unique to the X14 and X15. The "nose" vent opens to the interior but the "chin" vent travels through the innards into the padding. Definite game changer for summer riding.
While a cool feature for sure, there wasn't much noticeable difference when testing the helmets back to back and with other full face helmets. Definitely cool feature, but in our testing it was pretty minimal at normal road speeds.
@@RevZilla Sure, it's subtle, but still worth a nod IMHO.
It still has it and it makes a big difference at higher speeds especially. Really surprised they didn’t mention it at all.
Has anyone experienced the x15 and the rf1400? I want a sporty helmet but I want to put a lot of miles on it and I know the rf1400 will be quieter but is it that much of a difference? Will I miss out on comfort?
X15 is a track oriented helmet. Rf1400 is a street helmet. Wind noise will be greater in x15. You also lose some comfort in the X15. The X15 will be a little lighter. The 1400 with the brow vents open and visor closed feels like you turned the ac on when it’s hot af out. If you don’t plan on going to the track, save yourself a few hundred bucks and get the 1400.
Would this be good for street riding
Yes, I have an XL in the Marquez dazzle colorway and have only gotten in one ride with it late last fall (I'm in Minnesota) but it was great.
Will RF-1400 visors fit the X-15? Heard some rumors about that.
yes it will fit, the difference is the rf-1400 visors doesnt have tear off post
Yes any CWR-F2 visor will fit, same as rf1400
Is it finally available? I needed a new helmet last year and was holding off on a new helmet until these came out. I was even debating getting my cousin in Germany to try and buy and send me one last year.
Its in cycle gear for $999.99 marquez editions are $1,049.99
@@ExoticRiderr yeah I saw, ended ordering the blue Marquez one.
@@JuzNyc awesome man, imma end up getting the gloss black X-15, same color like my X-14, im pretty basic haha.
Has anyone had to order thicker cheek pads cause the just feel to loose? My crown fitment is dead on the money.
Something I am surprised you didn't note is that the shields for this helmet should be compatible with the new CWR-F2 visors that fit the RF-1400. At least I am assuming they are the same, since my plan is to upgrade to this helmet from my RF-1400 and the visors I have for it. Great overview otherwise :)
Interesting that the X-15 didn't get the FIM rating while it's European version (called the X-SPR Pro) did.
Buy it from Europe, likely even cheaper. That’s how I got my FIM homologated helmet, for less money.
Not saying Snell is meaningless, but the FIM standards are tailor made for motorcycle riders, and prioritize rotational injuries and concussion protection.
Once again shoei pulling this crap. The alpinestars sr10 is FIM certified…. why cant they just sell the same helmet FFS? A repeat of the x-14
Will the internals be swappable with the x-14? Been looking for new paddings forever
...Are you asking this with intent to buy a 900 dollar helmet for the pads when you can go online and buy replacement padding through shoei from a distributor?
@@lynxinursinks342 i just ordered padding for RF-1200 (i live in Japan) and the waiting time is 6months+ in the home market....
in 6 months i can save up for a whole damn helmet.
I love this helmet in fact i plan on getting it I want a white one as well
Could you compare this one with Arai contour-x?
The bigger Arai comparative would be the Corsair-X which is a race helmet like the X-15. The Contour-X would be a street alternative closer to Shoei's RF-1400.
@@RevZilla Cool, I just ordered an Arai Contour-x from you on Friday night.
I have a X-14 & i work at a cycle gear location in Cali.
we got this helmet a week before release & we had a size medium (which is my size for the X-14) this helmt is much lighter to me, & way more comfortable aswell. Not to say my X-14 is not comfortable, but its forsure a step up in padding.
Imma definetly get a X-15 in gloss black. Just like my X-14.
You should weight them side by side because it did go up in weight, but they did a decent job at hiding that. The X-15 is a pretty cool helmet especially for customers that want an active MotoGP helmet or the ability to customize the interior (if the X-14 didn't fit perfectly). Otherwise, the X-14 on sale is a steal for a very similar helmet.
@@patrickmchugh8039 yea they did hide the weight pretty well, cause it does feel lighter, but honestly can be because i vlog & have a camera on my X-14 so that added weight of the camera makes a difference forsure.
Either way i will still get the X-15, it will be my non vlogging helmet, but i will still have a camera on it for accident reasons.
I want to invest in the 11 black mini, but the fact you cant change the battery really does suck.
Would you happen to know if the x14 and x15 have a similar fit to the rf1400.
@@gtracerh only the X15 has the similar fit as the RF-1400. Also, RF-1400 & X15 share the same face sheilds now.
The X14 has similar fit to the RF-SR, & the X14 & RF-SR share the same face sheilds aswell.
@@gtracerh Yeah they are pretty similar but I will say, I find more room around the ears in the RF-1400 than the X-14/X-15. That might just be my ear-shapes, but otherwise the fits are similar.
I hate the new face shield lock. Finally crashed in my rf1400 and either want a rf1200 or an X14
Does it have the wind curtain that goes under the chin?
Yes
Does any one know what’s the difference between the Shoei X-SPR Pro and the Shoei x-15? Are they the same models???
Same models. Just different name scheme in the US market. I will say tho my x14 from Europe felt lighter than the x14 in the US market (possibly due to DOT). Might be the case with the x15
They are two different helmets. Same general features but one is built for the EU and FIM standards, while the US version is DOT / SNELL / ECE 22.06.
On the surface they are identical. As stated by RevZilla in their reply the helmets go to respective markets with different safety regulations, but to expand on that they are actually manufactured with differing material thickness/densities to comply with those regional standards.
Parts would be interchangeable (pads, shields, etc) but the helmets themselves are different.
Awesome ☝️
Please don't take offence for this post, because I love Revzilla. You guys all do a stellar job of making great content! STELLAR! I just wanted to point out that you often say "Fitment" and I suspect it's being misused. Are you trying to use it as a noun for the parts of the helmet? Fitment is an old "English" noun for a fixed item of furniture or piece of equipment, especially in a house. "Fit" is the adjective, verb, and noun for how something fits. So whether you "explain the fit" of something, or say something has a good "fit", you don't add any more letters. You only add letters if it "Fits" or if you are going in for a "fitting". But the word fitment is not a fitting word for this video unless you are maybe trying to use it to describe the liner itself as being one of the helmet's fitments :P
Thanks, we don't take ourselves too seriously when it comes to the grammar but we will work on the fitment of a different word in place of fitment.
Dweeb
Does it have speaker pockets for a cardo? Or strictly a track helmet?
Around the ~8:50 marker you can see and hear when we chat about the speaker pockets! It does have them in there.
@@RevZilla how did I miss that lol I watched it twice haha!! 🤣🤣
I regret getting my alpinestars supertech r10. I wish I got the x-15. supertech is fine but the last 10% is just not worth the money. Plastic squeaks, wear and tear, customer support, etc sucks. I wish I stuck with shoei even though they intentionally marketed the x-14 in a really shady way to make it seem like it was ECE in the US but that was only true outside the US
It costs 75000 yen ($545) in Japan 😔
Welcome to DOT
In fairness, it is made / designed in Japan like Arais. Usually shipping things cross the world / importing them adds some cost.
Now get one shipped over here and it'll probably cost about the same after import fees, taxes, etc.
@@LeakyWadersAdventureClub fwiw : it would also be illegal to use in the US without that DOT sticker
Haven't worn a DOT rated helmet in my years of riding. I've always bought my lids from Europe since they cost less. Haven't had any issues but of course YMMV.
Was trying to grab an spr pro but I guess Shoei instructed Europe shops to not sell them to US customers.
heavier than the x14 ?!
the x14 was heavy enough...
It doesn't feel that heavy
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Just bought a x15, it’s tight and snug can’t wait till it’s broken in because my ears hurt
Do I need to get a mortgage to buy one? I am a working man...not a $100 t-shirt guy.
A traumatic brain injury can cost $200,000+ in medical bills and completely destroy your life.
What ever happened to the fit dude like 5 years ago? Forget what his name was.
Anthony LOL he speaks fast
@@Bryan11210 🤣🤣 yep that's it
He sold the company
@@barnsnoble7066 Incorrect, he still helps run RevZilla - just doesn't shoot videos anymore
Hey this is Anthony from Revzilla where you can watch, decide, and ride!
You make me dizzy moving around
They poked it with the ugly stick! 14 was much better looking...
The 'X' series have always been track helmets but this version seems to take that to the extreme. The X14 could be used as a street helmet so I think it's the sweet spot. The X15 just goes one step too far into the track only helmet category.
FWIW - having used both the X14 and X15 back to back on the street, I don't think there is much difference between them for those that want a sporty-helmet for commuting or that want a single helmet do both track and street. Shoei definitely designs it to best at high-speed, but most riders who buy it are likely on the street (same with other GP level sport helmets)
@@patrickmchugh8039 That improved venting is WHY I'm considering it for the street. I've seen a few reviews that mention this is still a mighty street helmet.
@@TheOnceAndFutureDoug yeah, after using it in the street back to back the venting was pretty much the same for me, but you do have the ability to close more vents if that’s your thing. I’m on a naked sport bike though, so ventilation isn’t really an issue at speed ha
@@patrickmchugh8039 is it worth to buy x15 over x14? can you tell some about the fit and noise?
@@leventeyuboglu4501 If the X-14 didn't fit you, the X-15 would be great since you can customize the interior of the helmet now. However, if the X-14 fit you just fine I think it might be a solid option to pick up on sale as the X-15 launches.
No option to customise purchase with dark or photochromic transitions shield at this price point is just dumb from shoei. Great helmet no doubt but cannot excuse the rip off
It uses the CWR-F2 visor, same as the RF1400.
Yeah, you can add a dark smoke shield, just doesn't included one out of the box which is a miss at this price point.
It's a racing helmet pretty common to just come with a clear shield
@@LeakyWadersAdventureClub don’t disagree, but a $900 helmet that doesn’t come with most common race shield used at track days included? Pretty big miss
Looks like the tried and true Corsair X.
This looks absolutely nothing like a corsair lol
@@crazycamkalani I meant the lense, not the whole helmet.
Spurge? Your name is Spurge?
its "spurgeon" im guessing his last name and everyone calls him "spurge" i mean nicknames are tough, i understand not everybody knows that nicknames exist
his name is spurgeon dunbar whats the big deal? Its his name
USA not America, Bolivia is part of America, you are in the USA (the british called their colonies generically "America", you are not british and I hope not a colony of the realm.)
Separately the foam in Shoei liners rots after 2/5 years depending on how much use the helmet gets, this is totally unacceptable and does not occur with any other helmet I've used.
Damn… who hurt you? Lol
so by your logic, if he calls his country "the States", you`re going to point out that he`s not African, because Africa has states too...?
he can call his home country: usa, us of a, America, United states, United states of America, States, Murica, they all refer to the same patch of land.
i`ve been using my shoei helmet everyday, for 1h, rain or shine, for 3 years and nothing rots or smells funny.
I just came here to see everyone's take on helmets and there there is this dude 🙄
Everyone knows “america” means USA get over it absolutely no one says america when they mean south america
Never tried a shoei but it’s a heavy helmet could be the safest and most expensive but I’ll stick with my xlite x803 ultra carbon and my new exo R1 evo in carbon both are lightweight helmets wouldn’t change them for anything!!
if you nave never tried one your opinion is moot
what are you talking about man.. shoei and arai? best thing money could buy.
I don't know if you guys can read, I think you should read before you comment,I said I never tried a shoei or said anything bad about it,the guy who made the video said it's 3 pounds 10 ounces, that's 1.65 kg and that's heavy compared to my xlite at 1.26 or the R1 Evo at 1.4 kg,shoei or Arai could be the best Helmets but aren't carbon or lightweight,if you try wearing a light helmet you will never wear anything else even if it was shoei or arai
@@skywalker7517 i have agv too. 1.26 in small size. The lightest helmet in my collection. And i have 8 helmets. There is a reason why shoei and arai have a reputation and so on. You have to try it and give them a go. The weight is really just a number.
I would love to try shoei or Arai but I have neck problems, my choices were limited, I can't wear heavy Helmets,don't get me wrong one of my favorite Helmets is Arai Nakano or a kiyonari replica,I love the designs of the Japanese riders,sadly I can't get any right now I have alot of Helmets, and the prices for it is too high,my last two that I bought were for the price of an arai
Ok I get the company needs to make profit but sheesh 900+ is just outrageous. My first motorcycle cost just about that much 😂😂
YGWYPF. But honestly the Shoei really offers the best bang for your buck in this price category. The AGV Pista is about $400 more but it's kind of a Pista-Crap by comparison. It's a very light, very aerodynamic helmet, but lacks completely many creature comforts we've come to expect in a modern helmet such as bluetooth speaker pockets and vents with an on/off switch. They use rubber vent plugs... Also, "tell me your helmet is loud without telling me your helmet is loud," in the accessory pack is a pair of earplugs...
About $1000 for the HJC 1N, which is carbon so slightly lighter than the X15, but nowhere near as nice when it comes to the fit/finish and the internals.
The Shark Race-R Pro GP is up there around $1000, but has only 2 shell sizes (a joke for that money).
And the Arai Corsair-X despite being a $1000 helmet suffers from a lack of modern innovation opting instead for tradition and simplicity, most Arai helmets are like this. They're all very well made, but very basic. Arai does several shells but inexplicably made the LG and MD (the two most common sizes) share a shell, while XS and 2XL (the two LEAST common sizes) got unique shells. Also, Arai has a carbon Corsair-X that's $4k. THAT is absurd.
@@DesertDuc the RPHA1 is not a carbon fiber shell. Like SHOEI it uses a matrix of cf, aramids, and other organic materials. It’s also FIM rated which is probably the biggest reason it’s lighter. ECE 2206 helmets now have a weight penalty due to stricter penetration testing similar to SNELL.
$900 and its not even carbon fiber
900$ Thanks but no thanks
I just wish Shoei would release a full carbon variants of this.
Why would you sacrifice safety for weight??
The composites used by Shoei are tested to surpass DOT, ECE, Snell safety ratings, they achieve that through the materials used, and unfortunately carbon fibre isn't quite there as yet. They are apparently doing a lot of carbon fibre testing and development, with various weaves and flexibility, so it's the future once safety ratings are achieved.
bruh, full carbon not safe at all
LOL don't at me, other brands have been creating carbon helmets with FIM homologation. Tell that to AGV for example, the top of the line helmet that they have is made of carbon.
We do not want to test the safety of a helmet no matter what the brand is.
But the lightness of it, you will benefit from it every single time that you will wear your helmet.
Now tell me, do you guys plan to yeet your bike and crash every single time for you to emphasize safety on me? I bet no.
Suprised that it doesnt include built in LED braking lights and LED's on the front for safety. Shark is miles ahead with their new i3 helmet.
You're funny!
I'd rather my helmet just focus on being a helmet
Yeah, even better if it had a propeller on top.
Pronounced “Sho-eh” not “showy”.
It's POR-SHA!
It's shoe-eye or maybe it's sho-ey-ee.