Icon Airflite Helmet 6 Month 10k Mile Real World Review Fighter Pilot Outlaw
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I have been using this Icon Airflite helmet since May of 2018 and have logged just over 10k miles in this helmet. I have used it with Sena 20S, Sena 30K and Cardo Packtalk bluetooth intercom units. I have also had my GoPro mounted in FOUR different locations and have finally found the sweet spot... amzn.to/2DRHV2y
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it's a bummer to have only 313 subs when your content is extremely good and useful, keep it up mate
Thanks for your comment Ubosh, it means a lot. (Subbed) I've been doing this for a long time (since 2003) for others... and "sometimes" for myself, when time allows. Need to make it a full time thing. Thanks for your support. - Kyle
@@manybikes all the best Mr.Kyle 💪
4k now
Justin Mitchell and 5k now... the support is totally appreciated!!!
@@manybikes 6 in a half now! Quick question, even though you like this helmet so much would you end up buying another or wear others? Or is this pretty much buy it and never go to another lol.
Just got this Aitflite a few days ago and your detailed review of the helmet helped a lot and is the best on TH-cam so far 👍
Your comment warms my heart Burmese Python, and so does your name. I LOVE reptiles and have been a keeper of snakes my entire life. Two of them I owned for over 20 years! Julius Squeezer (Male Red Tail Columbian Boa). When he was about 10 years old, I picked up a Female Red Tail Colombian Boa to act as his companion... her name was GirlFriend. They lived happily together for nearly 15 years. Enough of that... I am stoked that you enjoyed the review and found it helpful. Hearing that makes my day! Ride safe out there and if you don't mind, please spread the word about my channel to your friends. Thanks again! Kyle
Where did you place the camera?
Dude this was a great video , I’ve seen other review and oh my god 😭 love how you put actual use, not just advertising a helmet ⛑. Great points on the pros and cons
Thanks for watching!
I appreciate this kind of review since you have had this helmet for awhile. That way I know what I'm getting into before I take the plunge and buy this helmet. 👍
Glad I could help! I am about to do a new video with all of my "original Airflite" helmets and the NEW ones at the shop. Should be a good one!
Thanks for the review. I'm looking into the Airflite and your video has definitely helped to inform my decision. Thanks again, and please take care and ride safe. 🤙
Glad I could help! Enjoy your new helmet!
I’ve been riding since ‘92.
This is the best fitting helmet I’ve ever had.
I love it.
I have a Cardo Pak Talk Slim that I installed myself. Super easy.
Love your feedback! Thanks for sharing.
Hi Joe, apologies for the intrusion, Id very much appreciate your candour when you have a moment. I love the look & still very different today, the only thing stopping me buying one immediately is one of the few negatives the OP identified : noise !! Unfortunately I have ears that hate having any sort of ear plugs & I've tried a few, your thoughts re noise over a hundred mile or more trip would be appreciated. (perhaps I just use it for local runs & keep the Air2 for longer runs?)
@@mikesloper7112
I would have to say that it depends on the speeds you are traveling.
I went on countless rides with no ear plugs.
I would be remiss if I did not say there was some ear ringing eventually, but nothing extreme.
All the same, I ended up going back to plugs eventually and yes, it made a great difference.
So, is the helmet ‘noisy’?
A bit, but it’s not terrible at all.
If you aren’t going warp speed you may be just fine.
@@joetrosclair8434 Hi Joe, many thanks for your quick response, it is appreciated. I was going to say unfortunately but perhaps I've grown up a little, the days of warp speed are very much behind me but I'm sure the occasional opportunity of right time & place will present itself now & then. Its been many years since I've ridden seriously & my spine still carries the scars 25 years on so while I can I've decided I need a can-am in my life to get me out of these four walls. My dream of a MV Agusta F4 (or Brutale) would be way too physical for me given my age & physical state so a dream it will have to remain even though I've thought about having one as art in my lounge. These things are possible when you're a single man & children have left home. Only one more question if I may : do you wear sight corrective glasses? Ive noticed some helmets do distort the vision slightly, a distraction no rider needs. Any thoughts gratefully appreciated, wishing you health & happiness, Mike S
@@mikesloper7112
Alas,
I cannot help you on the sight issue.
I practically have eagle eyes out of a family where everyone else needed glasses
🤷♂️😂🤷♂️
Also, this helmet has built in/flip down sunglasses (a removable option)
Having said that, the field of view inside this helmet is possibly the best I’ve ever experienced, so I’d wager there is room for eyewear.
Really cool video man, i appreciate the whole thing. Everything i wanted to know you listed in this one! Thanks!
No problem! Happy to be of service!
Awesome review thank you for taking the time and your honesty 👍🏼🤘🏼
No problem 👍
Excellent review! One of the best I found! Thanks!🤘
Thanks Trion Rider!
@@manybikes Forgot to ask: how does the side mount on the visor plate holds? Those videos get shaky and is the plate secure well enough for the cam to not come off accidentally? Thanks!
The visor side plates snap on and do not take too much pressure to "pop off"... I would NOT mount a camera to the side plates. I mounted to the helmet shell and it works well, but only because I have a unique mount called the SUREWO Aluminum Ball Joint Mount,360 Degree Swivel Mount Arm Mount with Aluminium Wrench Compatible with GoPro. This mount makes it easy to get the proper angle. I am currently running it on the visor... and like it a lot! Thanks for watching. - Kyle
@@manybikes Great, thanks!
Excellent review. Thanks for doing the vid 👍🏻👏🏻
Glad you liked it!
Picked up airflite 4 horseman model looks super sick cant wait to try it after running broken amazon 1storm helmet for 2 years. Thanks for the review!
Awesome! Enjoy!
I love this helmet thanks for the tested review
Most riders give up after a few weeks
Ha! Ha! I’m about ready to do my 75k mile review while featuring the new 2021 graphics! Thanks for watching.
Amazing review, thank you.
Yes sir! My pleasure.
Thanks for the link to the GoPro mount! I just bought one of these helmets and I've been looking everywhere for some kind of front mount! I had just given up but... I have been saved! *Bam* just Subscribed. Thank You!!!
No problem 👍 Happy to be of assistance! Be safe out there! - Kyle
What go pro mount do u use plz do u have a link?
I have the same bike :D It's a really awesome little thing with surprising amounts of power. Also good review, might buy the helmet in a few months when I have the money.
YES! The 390 Duke is a ton of fun to ride! The Airflite is a good helmet too. I think you will like it. Thanks for watching! - Kyle
Bro be careful. Crazy riding.
Thanks for your well wishes and thanks for watching!
Great review! Thank you
My pleasure!
It’s wild you say it’s a little louder it’s by far my quietest helmet I have had
Ha! Ha! All in perspective... and all depends on what your previous helmets were and how well they fit ;)
Amazing review man, you sold me on the helment
Glad I could help! Which color are you going with?
Just got one...cant wait to try it
I am on my 3rd one... LOVE IT! I hope you do too... Leave some feedback when you get a chance to ride it. Thanks for watching. - Kyle
Love the look of this helmet
Me too! On my third one now.
Thanks man, super video great review and thanks you I want this helmet.
No problem! I really like this helmet a lot! I just wish they would make it a tiny bit lighter and ... allow a GoPro mount on the chin.
I've got the post-2017 update Duke 390, and ordered my Airflite Synthwave today. Wish the orange graphic was still available, but I think I can manage
Nice! I hope you like it as much as I do...
great review, can't believe you only have 358 subs. Keep it up, I bet your sub count jumps up real quick
I just purchased the Icon Airflite Mips Stealth Helmet and I am excited to get it. I currently use a Harley Davidson piece of crap and I absolutely hate it. I plan on making a video about the HD helmet and helmet, and the Icon once I get it. Thanks for the review.
Great to hear! I am looking forward to your review. - Kyle
Great commentary
Thank you Sir!
I would make a small aero dynamic cover to go in the front of the blue tooth controller to reduce the wind noise.
Yes, that would totally help!
Thank you for this detailed review
My pleasure! Just got my third one and will be doing a follow-up review here shortly. Thanks for watching!
@@manybikes I'm on an Emotorcycle, 72V, 60mph. Noise should not be unbearable at 60mph, correct,?
@@nokintendo9132 No way! It’ll be great!
@@manybikes Thank you, Sir.
Absolutely amazing review. Can't wait to grab one of these. By far one of the nicest looking helmets and the drop down visor is a huge bonus.
Edit: Just got mine 3 days ago and I love it. Feels really safe and the padding around the jaw is feels really protective too.
Couldn't agree more! I have just purchased my THIRD ONE since this review. I will be doing a Camera Installation and Headset installation. Stay tuned! Check it out here: th-cam.com/video/fR6iOmvkds4/w-d-xo.html
@@manybikes Awesome, I don't have a headset yet so I will definitely keep my eyes peeled. I'm subscribing to your channel.
@@c4yourself319 Thanks! My last two picked arrived this week so I’ll be shooting it soon! Thanks for the Sub.
My first time watching your video bro very nice casual straight to the point you help me decide to get the icon airflite helmet much appreciated be blessed drive safe
Nice Davo! Nice! I am on my 3rd one and I do love it. So may customization options. Enjoy! I'd love to hear your feedback once you get some miles on it... - Kyle
@@manybikes I will definitely keep in touch and keep you updated going to purchase my helmet next month thinking of going flat black with either the CST silver or the Iridium red?? Check out the video by Kayla kluth 2016 Harley Davidson Roadster Willie G Style that's my bike let me know what you think would be a good color combo an unbiased opinion would be welcomed
@@manybikes by the way I am a subscriber you are videos now
@@davot.9717 Awesome! Thanks! I do look forward to hearing how you like the Airflite.
@@davot.9717 I say Go Silver! The silver I was able to ride with a night... the red was just a little too dark. Made night riding rough. I like the silver mirror way better too... Personal opinion.
I’m not gonna lie you’re one brave dude cruise through the middle of traffic especially when those two guys were racing people are so unpredictable be careful
True about peoples unpredictability! Thanks for watching! - Kyle
Not sure brave is the word i'd use.
To each his driving style so i aint gonna knock but this driving style expects a whole lot from other traffic. Showing up from blind spots at 20+ mph speed difference and just inches from the cars. It's a bit too reckless for me and unneceseraly confronting towards other people.
One thing that did rub me the wrong way is the comments made towards other drivers "woah texting and driving" when you're inches from their car with a complete empty lane to your left. And "that guy almost turned in but then he looked" eventhough you're the one nearly invisible riding on the line 95% of the time and dodging in and out of traffic.
So please use position 1 and 2 aswell to help your fellow road users in not hitting you or accept that other people are just as flawed as you are.
I have no problems with riders who have this driving style but they usually tend to be the same people who are hyper focussed on everyone elses shortcomings while overlooking their own. Please dont be that guy. If not for yourself then for the reputation/image shared by all us riders.
@@gjj6331 I agree dudes buggin if you reading this be careful ride more defensive bro it’s not worth it you can kill yourself or others driving like that.
This video made me subscribe
Mustafa Rizvi Awesome! I’ve got over 75k on my Airflite helmets now and am about ready for an update video.
Nice review. Thanks a bunch. Would you recommend this for touring and a bike with fairing and larger windshield (Honda ST1300).
Yes Sir! It is a good helmet behind a big sport touring bike. I Have ridden it behind the shield of an FJR 1300 and a Goldwing GL1800. Works great! Thanks for watching! - Kyle
Awesome review bud.
Thanks Scooty Puff Sr! I wrecked in this helmet last weekend... and will now be reviewing the same helmet in the new Inky Blue graphic. There are some new features... Stay Tuned and Thanks for watching!
Kyle Bradshaw thanks for the reply. How did it hold up during your crash. Just ordered it. Been eyeballing it for a while. Only thing holding me up was hoping to get a test fit in store. But not going to happen. I didn’t get a chance to leave a longer reply last time. But you were quick to the point. No long uuuuummms. Didn’t make me feel like billy Madison saying t t t today jr. You stayed on topic and looking forward to more videos.
Thank you for your reply and for your inquiry @@xxskabxx The helmet did its job. Went down on a dry lake bed at like 50 mph or so... have yet to review my GoPro footage of the wreck. It was night time and I was cruising across a "dry lake bed" on Michelin Anakee Adventure tires 80 Street / 20 Dirt... the lake bed began to look "darker" in my headlights and then... it felt like I was on GLASS! the bike swapped back and forth... and I high-sided over the top of the bike - I think. Picked it up and carried on... Got home and thought... I went down pretty hard, should probably retire the helmet. I WILL be cutting it in half and will see what the internal damage looks like eventually. Thanks for watching. - Kyle
Amazing
Icon makes some great products!
Great review. First time seeing your videos. In Michigan, you can't split lanes. Besides, I have an '83 Goldwing, it makes me cringe when I see you get so close to traffic. I hadn't heard of the helmet cleaning spray, though I typically just wash my pads.
Dan Stark thanks for your comment Dan. Growing up in CA, it’s all I’ve known. I put 125k miles on my 2006 Goldwing and 50 miles per day were lame splitting. Believe it or not... the handle bar width of the Wing & other. Cruiser bikes are the same... but it is a little more intimidating. Thanks for watching!!
I get it. I was trying to listen to the great review about the Icon, but was trying not to watch all the lane splitting in the city and on the highway. I was like please do not get hurt on camera doing that. But great review I'm actually considering the purchase.
Apreciate the video . Thx
No problem 👍
Awesome review! I'm trying to decide if I'm gonna get this helmet (the green/black one); also wanna get the dark visor replacement on it. Currently have a Shoei x-14 Laverty and LOVE it...but I'd like a second helmet so I can alternate. My issue is that I keep reading that I'll have to alter this helmet if I want to mount a camera (Sena 10c) on the side. I'm not trying to do all that! What do you think? Just subbed, great vid! Thank you!
Thanks for watching. don’t be afraid of the Mod... here is my step-by-step installation of a Sena 30k and it shows the small cut you need to make in the chin pad flange.
th-cam.com/video/R5oYwDBJq6E/w-d-xo.html
I can recommend the Sena made Icon RAU headset that Icon made to work directly with / for the Airflite helmet. Here is the step-by-step of that installation: th-cam.com/video/LxhfDKg80zo/w-d-xo.html
Dope
Thanks for watching!
Just bought this helmet to replace a $60 ebay ILM helmet I had. I hope to get better safety and a quieter helmet out of it. I got the white one and I bought the Sliver RST visor like yours.
Nice! I think you will love it. Of the 5 shields I have run to date... the RST Silver is my FAVORITE. It's the only one I am comfortable running at night. The others are just to dark. I'd love to hear your feedback after a few rides. Thanks for watching! - Kyle
@@manybikes Well my bike is naked so I hope it works better than my old one with wind noise.
Subscribed
Thanks & welcome!
Hey Kyle, thanks for the review! Does mounting the Gopro on the front of the visor obstruct your field of view at all? Also, would it be a good idea to mount the gopro on the top of that help instead?
Well, I personally really dislike the "top mount" view... The front of the visor does not obstruct view as it is in front of the chin bar.
Ah ok, that's good to know! Does the GoPro mount leave any residue on the visor?
Note, I've been thinking of getting this help and I want to make sure I can attach my Gopro somewhere to get a wide view. Mainly so I can record potential accidents and occasionally to video the sweet ride.
The GoPro 3M tape is non-marking and leaves no residue. I did end up putting zip ties on after I knocked it off once...
your not supposed to lane split at 60mph on the freeway, careful riding man cars won't see you, I operate just assuming every car is out to kill me and is texting.
epoxeclipse I assume every car is out to get me too... and therefore I ride 5 to 10 mph faster then the flow of traffic. Minimize traffic risks ;)
Yes! My little 390 Commute bike... which I am converting into a Tracker. Fun little machine that does 90 mph comfortably... and "can reach" 120 with a tailwind and slight downhill run. Check this one out: th-cam.com/video/Woy9MwLR0EI/w-d-xo.html
You right im texting at 70mph be careful guy!!!!
I'm assuming you're out in California I really didn't pay that closer attention great review on helmet but I have to say I've ridden motorcycles since I was 5 years old I'm now 67 and the way you ride that bike you're just asking for trouble riding between the cars on city streets and on the freeway your days are numbered before you get smacked I guess then we'll find out just how good of a helmet it is
Bro your riding is amazing... I wish to be as good as you one day🙏🏻 blessings brother 💯
You can do it!
Thanks for the video. Thinking about getting one. Have you tried the gold shield? Do you know if it's ok for night riding?
Thanks for watching! Yes I have, it is not as good as the silver at night but it was doable if there were ample city lights.
Thanks. I ride a lot at night, so might just have to go clear. The tinted ones look awesome though.
Nice vid
Thanks for watching!
I have the airflight Battlestar and the top vents slide to close the vent
My Variant is a Bagglescar and I love it!
Nice helmet 🪖!!!! 👍👍👍
Thanks 😁 I just got a brand new one... Working on my set-up video now!
Keep us updated on your opinion on the helmet as time goes by
Still a great helmet!
Great points on the helmet and yes it is killer looking!
I like the oval fit references as the round ones give me a headache after hours pressing the forehead.
Also the vent issue great feed back wouldn't want to figure that out while riding lol. I do like having a sun visor like my old 509 helmet had which I did not realize how much until i did not have one.
Thanks for your feedback and for watching! - Kyle
You mounted your go pro on the side? I’m trying to figure out where to put mine
Muscle Hamster I have tried 5 different mounting locations... and like the front mount the best. Check this out: th-cam.com/video/SoiAeinH9zg/w-d-xo.html
I have what might be a stupid question. Would you be able to if paid setup the helmet exactly like yours is for someone?
Here it is: Icon Airflite GoPro Motovlogger Set Up - Step by Step How To Install Inky Helmet th-cam.com/video/SoiAeinH9zg/w-d-xo.html All the links are in the description.
your chit chat is good but i would have like to see some of the features you were talking about. ie some actual footage of the helmet would have helped me out.
Good call. I’ll do a complete breakdown. Thanks for watching
My helmet is so tight I sometimes forget to strap it up then have to pull over and redo it
That sounds uncomfortable!
Will the cardo packtalk slim fit the airflite? Im looking to get it over the sena 30k due to the slicker design
Yes, for sure the PackTalk Slim will fit. You will need to cut away the cheek pad flange a bit to mount it. The slim is a nice unit, you will like it. - Kyle
I HAVE THE SAME QUESTION. Did you end up trying it? Or finding out?
Hey Kyle! Great video. I want to mount my GoPro on the chin of this helmet. Could you explain how you did it? Do I need a special mount? Any tricks to it? Thanks! I sub’d!
Robby Ray thanks for your support! Here is a video on how I mounted the GoPro to the front of my Airflite helmet: th-cam.com/video/SoiAeinH9zg/w-d-xo.html of the four mount locations I tried on this helmet ... this was my favorite.
@@manybikes Thanks so much! Appreciate it.
Robby Ray
My pleasure!!!
Does having the gopro mounted on the face shield have much of an effect on the air flow from the front vents?
No... not bad!
Just watched another review of this helmet that said it's a quieter helmet. So , it's odd your experience was different. I wonder if head-fitment is playing the big role here?
Marshall Cierovola It all depends on what their previous Helmet was… I have worn nearly every helmet out there. Schuberth is by far the quietest… Whereas most of the other modulars are the loudest. This Helmet is not a “loud Helmet” But it’s not quiet either. I was comparing it to my Arai Defiant x
I have a packtalk slim, but this helmet is not on the compatibility list. do you think it would work? it would be hard for you to say since you use a different one. It is compatible with the Icon Airmada and Alliance... I currently have it on an Airmada.
SaskSneeze it will work, but you will have to cut the flashing on the helmet. Here is my step-by-step Sena 30K installation - the mount is similar. Take a look at the cut job to gain access. th-cam.com/video/R5oYwDBJq6E/w-d-xo.html
Does the visor fog up at all? My previous Icon helmets have all fogged up pretty bad once they get 6+ months old.
Thank you for your inquiry LeDouxTube. Thus far the anit-fog coating is still intact. I very seldom wash the shield, and when I do, I use JUST water and a microfiber cloth. I don't scrub it nor do I use chemicals or soap. I have learned that this is best for both the anti-fog coating as well as the mirror finish. - Kyle
Kinda looks like the Biker Mice from Mars helmets :D
Ha! Ha! Ha! Wait until you see Today's video release. WILD.... Thanks for watching!
So what about fogging when visor closed? No one seems to talk about it. Is there any? Because I don’t see a pinlock system.
It is coated with an Anti-Fog and it works really well. Watch my Olaf Snowman video and yo can see the little bit of fogging. But those conditions were extreeme.
Man I have the same helmet but I bought the same Bluetooth device how you have some nice audio voice . Will you give any tips ?
Sweet! This is how I get audio into this helmet: Icon Airflite GoPro Motovlogger Set Up - Step by Step How To Install Inky Helmet th-cam.com/video/SoiAeinH9zg/w-d-xo.html
Love those California highways, I thought you were in Sacramento until you said San Bernardino 🤣,.
Close! Only 7 hours off ;)
Do you wear your prescription glasses with this helmet? If you do does it bother you at all or handle it well?
Yes, I wear glasses 24/7. This helmet plays well and works perfectly with them.
Nice
Thanks for watching!
How would this compare to something like the Shoei NXR 2? My brain tells me to get the Shoei, but my heart wants the sweet graphics of the Icon :D
The Icon is a good helmet but the Shoei does have a better fit and finish. Camero vs. Corvette...
@@manybikes thanks!
Hi, how are the wind noises at higher speeds? and how is the weight? I habe read the weigth from the helmet is about 1,7kg,.
It’s a little heavy but the lack of wind noise is actually pretty good. Better than my Arai Defiant
Do you wear your glasses 👓 with that helmet I am looking at that one or harbinger
Yes, I do wear glasses all day every day and they work well with this Airflite helmet.
Are those RST chromed-style shields about equivalent to the light smoke shield, in terms of light filtering?
The RST shields are very close to "light smoke" as far as looking through them... but the block more light and glare than the light smoke... It is hard to articulate. The Block like a Dark smoke and when you look through it... its like Light Smoke. Ahhhhh Clear as MUD! Happy to be of service. - Kyle
@@manybikes Well thanks, and I think I understand what you're saying. I'm sort of wondering what combo of outer and inner shield tints/colors to run to cover optimal circumstances. I think dark smoke on the inside would be the best, but running a clear outer lens seems like it could create a greenhouse of heat. Being caught after dark with a chromed outer might be too dark? I guess I'd have to try myself.
Lifted_Above I can’t ride a dark smoke at night as I can’t see any details. I can however ride the RST Silver just fine.
@@manybikes Yeah I've been caught after dark with a dark smoke. That's something I regret. haha
The RST after dark works well enough? Excellent. Combine that with a dark smoke inner shield you can flip up, I think that might be the best combo without any need to remove anything in most cases.
hey mate how do you find the durability of the silver coating? i see people complaining about other coated visors that cleaning bug guts destroys the coatings
Lemiwinks howdy! All mirrored / coated lenses are delicate & do have a lifespan. Years and years ago I ruined two shields back to back, but haven’t “hurt one” since. I don’t clean my visor “very often” or as little as possible... but this is how I do it. I carry a microfiber cloth with my. IF I need to clean it, I wet the cloth with WATER only and lay it on shield. 5 or 10 minutes later i remove the cloth, fold it in half (dirty to the inside) and wipe the shield with the clean side of the microfiber. Flip & repeat if necessary. This method has been bulletproof for me. Thanks for watching! - Kyle
Lemiwinks I wash my rst visor everyday since bugs are coming up north. I use those lil clothes that come with prescription glasses and I use there spray as well without no issue, I do over spray a lot so it’s soak and I haven’t scratched the visor yet but on the other hand my helmet slightly fell from my foot peg and it scratched the whole shield :( which sucked but I did by another one cause it’s a great shield for the sun, except for the reflection you get inside your helmet lol. Things you do to look cool eh. Hope that helps.
I'm really thinking about getting this helmet , how do you still like it?
Well I am on my 3rd one... I replaced 2 of them due to high speed off-road crashes. I LOVE this helmet. It is unique and it works well. I have about 150k miles in the three... and I have been using the sun visor much more lately. Great feature. I like the silver RST shield the best as I can ride with it at night... the Red RST looks the best on my Inky helmet, but it is too dark to run at night time. FYI. I say go for it - I love mine. - Kyle
How well do the icons work with airpods or any other inear headphones?
Tj Schools I haven’t tried... but sounds like a good thing to test!
Is this the gray visor? Silver is not in the options in my country
Interesting... Without seeing a photo, it is hard to say. It is RST Silver here... and is a Mirror finish.
Dang you all over the road,riding the lane like that just invites people into your lane
Bret Petersen Thanks for your feedback. Yeah, I’ve toned it down a bit this last year...
I wear small framed prescription glasses. Will this helmet accommodate them, or should I look elsewhere?
Totally works. I wear glasses all day every day... I just got my new Airflite and I show it with my glasses here: th-cam.com/video/fR6iOmvkds4/w-d-xo.html
Thank you! I am a new rider, and I think I just found my 1st helmet. Thank you for a great review, and for getting back so quickly to my inquiry.
@@allegronontroppo1 Awesome! This is my third Airflite and I really like them. They work well, are protective and aren’t super expensive. I’ve got expensive helmets too … and some are just that “more expensive” with no more … or even fewer features. Go figure…
is the helmet quiet at around 55mph? can you hear a bluetooth headset?
Yes, you can totally hear a Bluetooth headset up and over 80mph
This is probably a dumb question. I’m a new rider & if I purchase this helmet I’d have to purchase a kit to get Bluetooth as well? So I can have my gps or music or whatever. Not sure if you’re going to see this but any feed back would be appreciated!
No such thing at a silly question. I had to lean by trial and error... TH-cam was not around for me to watch / learn and ask questions... Yes you will need to add a bluetooth communication devise. I have the Sena 30K mounted to this helmet. Here is the Step by Step installation: th-cam.com/video/R5oYwDBJq6E/w-d-xo.html If you want to Avoid the cutting step... ICON has made a unit that slips under the lip! Check this one out: th-cam.com/video/LxhfDKg80zo/w-d-xo.html Thanks for watching! - Kyle
Hey quick question man, the adhesive mount you attached it to the visor?
Just a standard GoPro mount. I did end up drilling holes to ziptye it in place after I knocked it off in a get-off.
@@manybikes big thanks for the reply!
So overall do you recommend this helmet? I have a Harley and thinkin about buying it.
Yes, I just purchased my
THIRD one! Video to be released soon.
@@manybikes wow. Ok thank you 👍
One thing that bothers me about this Helmet is the lack of a gasket. Rain gets in real bad and makes it hard to see.
Keithulhu L7 I too thought it leaked a lot of air & water... but then I found that it has a solid “snap closed” lock that I was overlooking. I have ridden in crazy rain this past month & have not experienced the leaking that you have. Are you locking the shield closed? - Kyle
I am wondering about this too. Considering buying 1
I have this helmet, measured about a MD (58cm) and got a Large. STILL the Large barely fits. Kinda hurts my ears taking it off. So if went to my shop and tried the XL. It fit much better, still snug with no gaps. So I'm going to exchange mine for the XL
I think it might be your head shape... do you have a more round head? This helmet is long oval and fits longer front to rear and narrower side to side. I’m a 56 cm and the small fits me perfectly.
@@manybikes you know, after doing more research IN THE MANUEL. Lol I realize it's likely the cheek pads you can replace for a bigger size. I just now took them off to determine if my actual headshape was right with the Large. And it fits great. So I think the issue was with the pads, ( mainly hurting my ears and squishing my cheeks ) which instead I'll try and replace for some XL.
I should have just read the Manuel haha. 😅
@@iamwatari4088 Sweet! That’s an easy fix!
I see you wear glasses. How difficult was it to get your glasses on when you first bought this helmet? Some full face helmets are nearly impossible to get glasses on. Thx!
This Airflite helmet works great with glasses. Both skinny and wide frame glasses. Thanks Icon! - Kyle
I have this helmet also and wear glasses no problem
@@manybikes That is good to know because wearing glasses is an absolute must for me because seeing where I am going is kind of important.
Where did you get the silver faceshield??
Diggler TV it’s the RST Silver shield found here: www.chapmoto.com/icon-airflite-rst-replacement-helmet-faceshield-parent-038-0130-0781
I'm curious as to why you hug really close to the side of the line on an open road. It looks like if the lady swerved infront of you anymore than she already had it could have been bad.
If I am replying to the situation I think you are referring to... I do that so I do have the extra room to maneuver. I'd rather be "initially closer to them" and have the ability to move away vs. to have already been "using my cushion" and then not have anywhere to "run out to"...
Hey! Hello! What do you think, my head size si 58,5 cm (thats like 23”) do you recomend me getting one size smaller or a size bigger?
Btw. Im Medium in HJC.
Thanks!
My head measures 55.5cm and I wear a Small. I hope that helps you, thanks for watching! - Kyle
Hi. I was at a cycle shop this week and tried the Airflite helmet. They run small so the sales person recommended 1 size up. I usually wear large (23.5 inch) but the XL fit perfect. Good luck.
Why are you riding like a crazy man??!
Just rolling along...
I’m trying to figure out if I want the red or silver visor
If it helps, I like the Silver better... It seem more Clear and I was able to use it at night. The Red is a little darker when the sun goes down and it does not have as much definition. - Kyle
Kyle Bradshaw yea, thanks!
Have you noticed any tint coming off your silver visor?
No, not as of yet. I did make the coating streaky though... I borrowed a buddy's visor cloth and it had chemicals on it that did not play well with the coating. Need to get a new one...
@@manybikes I'm wanting RST Silver also, but a lot if reviews keep saying the tint is coming off, I'm assuming that's due to improper cleaning ie, scrubbing, chemicals, like you said.
What color of glass can you recommended ?? Gold mirror or red ?
The Gold and Red are very similar. I’d say it depends on the helmet it’s going into. Generally I like the look of the red a little better however the Silver is easier to ride with at night, i struggled with the Red one at night.
Kyle Bradshaw thx bro so i will buy the silver and red visor version.
What is also cool is you can get the rear spoiler to match the visor color.
DJB 730 i got mirror is the best for me
Cruising down Archibald in the beginning?
Close... See the street sign at 1:12 ;)
Kyle Bradshaw oh ya;). I lived on vineyard and foothill for 6-7 years. I graduated from Etiwanda.
Small World! That's pretty much my location too... LOVE the mountains on Clear Days...
Does water come inside between the helmet and the shield when it rains?
No, this helmet was great in the rain. I am working on a long term review and the set-up of my 3rd AirFlite helmet. I will include some rain clips... stay tuned!
What Sena Bluetooth device you have? Can you hear in stereo?
Yes, I do hear in stereo. I am running the Sena 30K in one of my Airflites and a Cardo Packtalk in the other... both are good. Each has their positive and negatives. I think overall I like the packtalk a little more... but the Sena is easier to use.
Hi,
Can you link up the exact helmet with face shield?
Thanks for your inquiry. The Fayder in the Orange color has been discontinued but you can see the white version here: www.chapmoto.com/icon-airflite-fader-full-face-helmet-parent-038-010110826 the visor is the RST Silver and can he found here: www.chapmoto.com/icon-airflite-rst-replacement-helmet-faceshield-parent-038-0130-0781
Can you see in the night with the silver visor?
Yes. With the Silver RST Shield I can and do ride with it at night. I just swapped for the RST Red and can NOT ride with it at night. Going back to Silver...
Nice good to know, thanks man 🤙🏼
Any time!
Is this helmet recommended for 1000cc super sport bikes? Or its better for street naked bikes?
This helmet is recommended for all size bikes. I rode it at the track this past week on 7 different bikes, from the BMW G310 to the CBR600RR and a Yami R1. It worked well on all bikes. - Kyle
@@manybikes and what about protection? If something happens.. you know what I mean right? I mean shoei for example is pretty tough.. even if you hit it with hummer xaxa .. what about this one ? Is it tough one too?
@@chincho777 This helmet is ECE Rated and therefore should be good in a crash.
Do you get any whistling noise? Some people complain about that
No, I don’t get any whistling inside my helmet. Maybe the whistlers need to adjust their side plates so the seal seals better?
@@manybikes yeah maybe, thanks
Im 1k like finally I got to round it off.
Nice!
I didn't hear it..but does it have more field of view with that big sheild than a reg helmet..say airmada
Similar field of view to most full face helmets as the chin bar is as big if not bigger. The visor shield just covers it. - Kyle
Would this be a nice helmet for a cruiser kind of bike??
For sure Gavin! I have a Honda VTX 1300 and a Dyna I ride the Airflite Helmet on... Works Great. I even rode it at the track on sportbikes a few weeks ago. It performed well there too... Thanks for watching! - Kyle