I have one of these and it's the best helmet I've ever owned! But an "Arai for the Masses"? No-way.......the bulk of decent quality helmets on the market are still half the price of this Arai and the masses will continue to shop there!
@@daniel166hue I think, the overall performance of Arai or Shoei, compared to other brands, is way better. I also had some Shoei helmets and they are great. My friends and teammates and I tried a couple of brands but all ended up with Arai or Shoei.
They rarely get to sharp 5 rating (yes there is 1 or 2) but their safety probably comes from the fact that they have a sturdy shell maintaining more of their protective qualities in multiple impacts during a crash and have no critical weakspots like some helmets, are great for glancing off instead of catching. Do any come with mips or an equivalent ? I havent found any if they did they would be an instant buy for me(as soon as i save up)
As I have a round melon, Arai has been my go-to helmet brand for 20 years and I expect to purchase another in the off season. Exceptional brand. Given your ear discomfort - which I share - I have always used a helmet liner. It makes the on/off process a breeze and manages sweat very well.
Agreed. The only other helmet I have ever found which fits my (apparently uncommon) round head in the excellent Snell-rated HJC CL-17, sadly now discontinued.
Thanks for the review... I tried on a bunch of helmets and this was by for the most comfortable one I tried. So I just bought it. Looking forward to this one.
No problem, and yes its a comfy lid. This one went back to Arai, but I ordered a Modern Gray one with the Pro Shade which should be arriving any day....
I respect Arai and would like to own one but I have always had problems with comfort...I have a huge head..but you make me want to buy this. Great review! Love the honest every day man's presentation. Cheers!
I have the Rebel and the Chaser X. The Rebel is probably the best helmet ever made, especially for naked bikes. The take on and off effort is literally zero! Extremely comfortable and very quiet. Not the lightest, but well balanced so you don't feel the weight. The downside of the Chaser X is the on and off effort, but it's not that bad. Changing the visor at Arai helmets is a bit a pain in the ass, but I have the "pro shade" system on both, so I don't need to change them. Arai is expensive but probably the best protection for your head.
I recently brought the Profile v which I really like. One thing to mention though is it doesn’t come with a breath-guard and is not listed as a part you can buy on Arai’s website.
@@mancavemoto there is na e-clip on the back of the pivot that will pop off if you pull it down too far. Pushing up is the preferred way of using it. Great review!
Minor correction, the chin vent info was backwards. The middle position is to the face, the full open it to the visor. Proud owner/user of the Corsair X, RX-7 in the Euro market if memory serves.
I personal own 2 Arai helmets, one is Astral X the other is Rapide NEO. The names they are called may differ from the western market. I also own the Shoei GT air. Arai put the protection first attaining the R75 shell shape while you are supposed to know to compromise or give up the other features like internal sun visor that Shoei has offered. Arai is the quietest helmet I have ever used compared to Shoei GT Air. The two brands are both awesome. Arai is focused on protection as a result it has gained the toughest certification such as Snell and approved for F 1 race while the Shoei helmets are more focused on convenient use such as big button on the top and chin for easy on and off vent and internal visor for a bright sunny day ride. Which one you select depends on your preference.
I've gotten back into riding after a ten year hiatus and am looking to buy a new helmet. I still have my Arai Quantum from the very early 90's and it has held up very well despite moving to a SHOEI X11 ( Norrick Abe Replica) many years later. The Arai is a quality item and the liner, strap and other soft furnishings are still excellent in condition, believe it or not. I don't plan to use it as it has expired, but if I had to, it will still serve me well. I tried it on the other day and it still fits, surprisingly enough, despite it being some 20 plus years later. The Shoei wasn't so forgiving. I think my head has grown sideways a bit, and it felt really tight on the side temples. It felt horrible and was starting to give me a head ache. I am considering either a new Arai Pro V or Shoei GT Air II Insignia. I think the Shoei helmets look way better than Arai, but it will all come to how comfortable each is. I hope to take a trip down to a motorcycle apparel shop and try them out. Thanks for the video mate.
Very good review sir, myself I have used the chaser for years, can't find anything else that's as easy to put on and off, and as comfortable. Maybe this could be the one.
I'm highly interested in an Arai. HGowever, after looking into them I am quite confused which one to get. the Profile V, Chaser X or QC Pro with the sunshield. The sunshield looks very useful, but I have read some comments on it potentially scratching up the expensive clear visor underneath. Which of the three would you recommend if you were coming from a Shoei GT Air?
Hi Bo, The Profile V has the most 'generic' fit out of those due to the wider opening. This particular helmet went back, but i've ordered myself a Modern Gray one with a Pro Shade, so as soon as it arrives and I can get out and ride I'll pull a video together.
I had this helmet and got rid of it. I found it to have terrible ventilation. I live in the desert southwest of the US and ventilation is paramount. The glued in headliner seemed to restrict airflow. For me it was the first big miss from Arai.
Tried this on and loved it im going to order it along with my first comms unit. What unit would you recommend to pair with this? This isn’t one of the helmets listed as compatible with the cardo packtalk slim on their website. I would prefer not to have a bulky unit
I've had this very helmet now for 3 months and it's really comfy - I do think its a bit noisy but I wear earplugs anyway when I know I'm going to be going >30 mph for a while, BUT what I'd really like to know is what hair product do you use? how on earth is your hair like that after wearing a helmet? 🤣🤣
The magic trick is: wear a balaclava! I never found it diffucoult to put on or off my tour x-4 but i am wearing a balaclava underneath. Absolutely no ear problem to put the helmet on whatsoever.
@Stealth Rider UK Thanks! I only have thin ones because i cannot ride under 12°C because my glasses will fog up then (talked about it in my last video "night rider" if you´re interested).
Do u prefer the profile v interior or quantic? Very interested in the quantic but I can’t try one on hear in the us. Here we call the v the regent X and I was able to put it on. Fits AMAZING!!! If it is equally good in fit I’m pulling the trigger
The interiors are not that different to be honest and I find these two helmets to fit the same. The Quantic is lovely and has better ventilation than the Profile v/ Regent X
Not necessarily. ARAI's are on paper the safest helmet you can buy. While saving money is always nice, you don't buy an ARAI for compromise. I value how great the safety technology is in an ARAI helmet. Caberg's look sleek, but can't match the safety of an ARAI, simply based on the shell design alone.
That R75 profile is Bull. It doesn't match the Form that is being held to the helmet.Another case of advertising Blarney. And who knows what the price of a replacement visor will be ... best part of a ton.
@@mancavemoto Visor shop says list price is £69.99 and then the Pinlock is £31.99 Thats a ton. Too rich for my blood. Good looking helmet though . Might try one .
Hi, I'm buying a new helmet in the coming weeks and the doubts fall on the two I like the most in the reviews I saw here on your channel: Shoei Glamster and Arai Profile-V. I have a naked bike that I use mostly on the weekend for touring and commuting and both fit the style I want. In your opinion, which of the two surprised you the most and would you advise me? Thank you very much. Ricardo R.
Hi Ricardo, My best advice is to try them both if you can. I think the Arai is a better all around helmet, the ventilation and more importantly control over that ventilation is superior. Its a helmet I could wear all year round, whereas persoanally the Glamster is more spring/summer. I guess the decider is going to be which one fits you the best. Thats the one you'll enjoy wearing more. ps the Arai looks great in modern gray with a tinted visor ;)
@@mancavemoto Thank you very much for the tips. They are very important in the indecisions I'm having. I will try both but now Arai has definitely earned points. Thanx again! Best regards. Ricardo Rodrigues
Good review as ever Tony, my Arai Tour X is my favourite, and the most comfortable lid I have ever owned. The Arai 'hampster cheeks' suit me well!. It's just a shame you can't get the cool Iridium visors for the Tour X that you can for other Arai's etc. And I haven't worked out how to chin mount a GoPro...any advice oh wise one...? Cheers, Steve
Yeah I like it too it’s just a shame it’s a little too compact for my fat face. It’s pretty comfortable once on, but I can open and close the chin vent with own chin! I was looking to mount a go pro with on off centre mount on the side of the chin bar
They may be the worlds best, however, it's best use for them is in the world of racing. They, due to snell requirements do not have an inner sun shield, or a model known as a modular helmet. Both of those features are something I like, and have crash tested. Those two features did not cause any malfunction of the helmet, but I did replace the helmet as recommended after being crashed.
Thanks for the comment Russell. Yes they do avoid internal visors and modular helmets, but I think its more to do with their own safety requirements rather than meeting SNELL standards, certainly for the 'non-race' helmets. Arai say that to fit an internal visor you either have to remove some of the EPS liner at the front, or make the shell bigger both of which compromise their standards and design. I agree these features don't make helmets unsafe, its just an ethos they want to maintain.
My first helmet 20+ years ago was an Arai, I have tried and liked other brands like Bell & Schuberth. Arai always however come out tops. Expensive yes but worth it, as the saying goes; "if you have a ten bob head..."
Yep I see that now thanks, but it does work both ways. Similar helmet other than the wider opening on the profile v. You can close the rear vent on the signet, but you can’t on this and the vents are different too
@@mancavemoto tried one on in a shop yesterday looks like there's enough space in between the mouth gard and front of the lid to slide one in there. Gotta say it was the nicest fitting of all the arais I tried on. Large was slightly big so found a medium online and ordered one. Do they give much in the padding after wearing a few days did you find?
I don't find it particularly noisy, a lot of that depends on fit and the bike being ridden obviously. Its a good straightforward helmet, since this review i've bought a modern gray version. The Quantic may be another one to have a look at?
@@mancavemoto I'll have to try one on in the shop. I'm impressed with the quality of the Shoei. I've got the J-Cruise 3/4 open face that I wear on my Harley but I want a new full face for longer trips.
@@mancavemoto My local Motorcycle gear shop had a 20% off sale today. I went and tried on a Shoei GT Air 2 and the Arai Profile V. Fit was pretty comfee on both but I thought he Arai was a bit better so bought it. The Shoei does have the advantage of the drop down sun screen but I picked up a tinted visor for the Arai. I'm not a big fan of flashy graphics on helmets (especially when riding a Harley LOL!) so went with the satin black. The only other solid color they had on the shelf was grey. I'll try it out on the weekend.
@@mancavemoto there nice but shoei advantage is the photochromatic shield. But not available for the glamster. The NXR or RYD maybe... it’s a Harley 😉 not sure about the arai sun shield solution
Having seen the RF1400 being launched in the US, I suspect that will be coming to the European market this year. Perhaps as a new/replacement NXR? As an aside I’ve tried the Arai Pro Shade and it works well, It just depends if you like the look of it or not?
My head measures 60cm and this is a large. I have now ordered one in Modern Gray as well as a thinner helmet liner. The stock one is 7mm and arai make one at 5mm. Just to give me a bit more room
@@mancavemoto thanks a lot. I think my head shape is similar to yours and your review made me buy Profile-V. I am waiting to be delivered. Can you please tell me where to buy those liners in the UK (if you are in the UK)?
No it was a L 59-60, I tried an XL (which i've seen as a 61-62) and it was too big. I'm right on the top of of Arai size large, but i've bought a modern grey one of these and am waiting for the thinner 5mm liner to come back into stock which will help. The helmets not too tight, I'd just like a bit more room.
@@mancavemoto you ever getbthe 5mm liner? If so, how was it? I just got the helmet and it has a 7mm liner and theres just a slight pressue, im bald so it leaves a mark as well. Did the 5mm liner help with the pressure?
Thats right, the top piece stays in place but the cheek pads and interior pad (around the head and back of neck) can be removed and are available in different thicknesses
I guess its towards the bottom end of their range. But all the essential parts can be removed, all thats left is the very thin lining on the top of the head which can be sponged down. It’s a different interior layout to a lot of helmets
I hate wearing earplugs when I ride. But every helmet I've ever worn has needed earplugs due to wind noise. Does anyone make a quiet helmet that doesn't require earplugs?
I hate riding without earplugs. I can't understand the problem with those. You can still hear everything, only that stupid windnoise is way less disturbing.
It’s too bad Arai designers are still stuck in the ‘70’s and ‘80’s with their ideas. That plastic piece on the side of each helmet covering the shield mount looks so chintzy. Shoei is the benchmark- have been for years. Even HJC has surpassed Arai in styling.
It’s a signature look I guess and it helps with the ‘glancing off’. Arai concentrate on making the safest helmet they can and the styling is, i guess of less importance. I like the minimalist look of them, there is something simple and elegant.
I was thinking, that looks good, price a wee bit high but ok, it's an Arai...what, liner isn't removeable?! Poor form Arai. Even my £299 Shoei RYD has a removeable liner. Arai are clearly losing sales because of that head shape thing and this was an attempt to rectify it I reckon...but not with cheap tactics like that. Try again me old cockers.
Those new visor openers are ridiculous. I don't think pressing it does anything. I just grab the plastic tab on the visor and lift it over the lock as I did before they made this useless flippy thing.
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I have one of these and it's the best helmet I've ever owned!
But an "Arai for the Masses"? No-way.......the bulk of decent quality helmets on the market are still half the price of this Arai and the masses will continue to shop there!
The best helmets in the world. Arai saved my life twice. 👍👍👍
glad to hear it!
ICON saved my life once!!
It depend which helmet you buy, I can say that Shoei saved my life once lol..most famous helmet manufacturer did the good job nowadays.
@@daniel166hue I think, the overall performance of Arai or Shoei, compared to other brands, is way better. I also had some Shoei helmets and they are great. My friends and teammates and I tried a couple of brands but all ended up with Arai or Shoei.
They rarely get to sharp 5 rating (yes there is 1 or 2) but their safety probably comes from the fact that they have a sturdy shell maintaining more of their protective qualities in multiple impacts during a crash and have no critical weakspots like some helmets, are great for glancing off instead of catching. Do any come with mips or an equivalent ? I havent found any if they did they would be an instant buy for me(as soon as i save up)
As I have a round melon, Arai has been my go-to helmet brand for 20 years and I expect to purchase another in the off season. Exceptional brand. Given your ear discomfort - which I share - I have always used a helmet liner. It makes the on/off process a breeze and manages sweat very well.
Agreed. The only other helmet I have ever found which fits my (apparently uncommon) round head in the excellent Snell-rated HJC CL-17, sadly now discontinued.
Thanks for the review... I tried on a bunch of helmets and this was by for the most comfortable one I tried. So I just bought it. Looking forward to this one.
No problem, and yes its a comfy lid. This one went back to Arai, but I ordered a Modern Gray one with the Pro Shade which should be arriving any day....
I respect Arai and would like to own one but I have always had problems with comfort...I have a huge head..but you make me want to buy this. Great review! Love the honest every day man's presentation. Cheers!
No problem
I have the Rebel and the Chaser X.
The Rebel is probably the best helmet ever made, especially for naked bikes. The take on and off effort is literally zero!
Extremely comfortable and very quiet. Not the lightest, but well balanced so you don't feel the weight.
The downside of the Chaser X is the on and off effort, but it's not that bad. Changing the visor at Arai helmets is a bit a pain in the ass, but I have the "pro shade" system on both, so I don't need to change them.
Arai is expensive but probably the best protection for your head.
This is one of the best motorcycle helmet reviews I have ever seen. Cheers 🍻
Thanks!
an helmet for the poors then
I recently brought the Profile v which I really like. One thing to mention though is it doesn’t come with a breath-guard and is not listed as a part you can buy on Arai’s website.
Btw @3:51 you don’t wanna pull the latch down. It will break the latch if you do that often. It pushes up.
Thanks, it does work in both directions, but i take your point
@@mancavemoto there is na e-clip on the back of the pivot that will pop off if you pull it down too far. Pushing up is the preferred way of using it. Great review!
Minor correction, the chin vent info was backwards. The middle position is to the face, the full open it to the visor. Proud owner/user of the Corsair X, RX-7 in the Euro market if memory serves.
Thanks, yes i realised that I’d mixed them up after i’d rendered the footage. I should have re-shot, but didn’t have time....
I personal own 2 Arai helmets, one is Astral X the other is Rapide NEO. The names they are called may differ from the western market. I also own the Shoei GT air. Arai put the protection first attaining the R75 shell shape while you are supposed to know to compromise or give up the other features like internal sun visor that Shoei has offered. Arai is the quietest helmet I have ever used compared to Shoei GT Air. The two brands are both awesome. Arai is focused on protection as a result it has gained the toughest certification such as Snell and approved for F 1 race while the Shoei helmets are more focused on convenient use such as big button on the top and chin for easy on and off vent and internal visor for a bright sunny day ride. Which one you select depends on your preference.
I've gotten back into riding after a ten year hiatus and am looking to buy a new helmet.
I still have my Arai Quantum from the very early 90's and it has held up very well despite moving to a SHOEI X11 ( Norrick Abe Replica) many years later. The Arai is a quality item and the liner, strap and other soft furnishings are still excellent in condition, believe it or not. I don't plan to use it as it has expired, but if I had to, it will still serve me well.
I tried it on the other day and it still fits, surprisingly enough, despite it being some 20 plus years later.
The Shoei wasn't so forgiving. I think my head has grown sideways a bit, and it felt really tight on the side temples. It felt horrible and was starting to give me a head ache.
I am considering either a new Arai Pro V or Shoei GT Air II Insignia. I think the Shoei helmets look way better than Arai, but it will all come to how comfortable each is.
I hope to take a trip down to a motorcycle apparel shop and try them out.
Thanks for the video mate.
Thanks for comment Tony, much appreciated. Two great helmets which ever you end up going for
Looking for a new lid due to my shoei ryd being over 5 years old. Tried this on, omg so comfortable! Good review mate🇦🇺
Cheers, its a shame they discontinued the RYD, that was a great helmet
Very good review sir, myself I have used the chaser for years, can't find anything else that's as easy to put on and off, and as comfortable. Maybe this could be the one.
Cheers Ray, worth a look if you need a new lid
I'm highly interested in an Arai. HGowever, after looking into them I am quite confused which one to get. the Profile V, Chaser X or QC Pro with the sunshield. The sunshield looks very useful, but I have read some comments on it potentially scratching up the expensive clear visor underneath. Which of the three would you recommend if you were coming from a Shoei GT Air?
Hi Bo, The Profile V has the most 'generic' fit out of those due to the wider opening. This particular helmet went back, but i've ordered myself a Modern Gray one with a Pro Shade, so as soon as it arrives and I can get out and ride I'll pull a video together.
I had this helmet and got rid of it. I found it to have terrible ventilation. I live in the desert southwest of the US and ventilation is paramount. The glued in headliner seemed to restrict airflow. For me it was the first big miss from Arai.
Yep, I don't think its a helmet for very warm locations
Tried this on and loved it im going to order it along with my first comms unit. What unit would you recommend to pair with this? This isn’t one of the helmets listed as compatible with the cardo packtalk slim on their website. I would prefer not to have a bulky unit
I'm using a Cardo Freecom 4x on my Profile V - th-cam.com/video/kUXgsiQSCwE/w-d-xo.html
Awesome, thanks for that. Your setup looks really nice, you’ve sold me on getting the grey with the black tint
I've had this very helmet now for 3 months and it's really comfy - I do think its a bit noisy but I wear earplugs anyway when I know I'm going to be going >30 mph for a while, BUT what I'd really like to know is what hair product do you use? how on earth is your hair like that after wearing a helmet? 🤣🤣
The magic trick is: wear a balaclava! I never found it diffucoult to put on or off my tour x-4 but i am wearing a balaclava underneath. Absolutely no ear problem to put the helmet on whatsoever.
Good tip, never tried it...
@@mancavemoto You´re welcome. So, did you try it by now? What´s your experience?
@Stealth Rider UK Thanks! I only have thin ones because i cannot ride under 12°C because my glasses will fog up then (talked about it in my last video "night rider" if you´re interested).
@@hanszimmer4679 Not yet, but i found my thin balaclava this morning, so i'll give it a go
@@mancavemoto so? Been waiting 11 months now. Verdict?
Do u prefer the profile v interior or quantic? Very interested in the quantic but I can’t try one on hear in the us. Here we call the v the regent X and I was able to put it on. Fits AMAZING!!! If it is equally good in fit I’m pulling the trigger
The interiors are not that different to be honest and I find these two helmets to fit the same. The Quantic is lovely and has better ventilation than the Profile v/ Regent X
Great lid. I also love the tour x4, but it would be perfect with the wider base this has!
Fingers crossed!
I used to have an Arai Condor (I still have it in the garage), but I'm a fan of Caberg helmets now. Better value.
Not necessarily. ARAI's are on paper the safest helmet you can buy. While saving money is always nice, you don't buy an ARAI for compromise. I value how great the safety technology is in an ARAI helmet. Caberg's look sleek, but can't match the safety of an ARAI, simply based on the shell design alone.
That R75 profile is Bull. It doesn't match the Form that is being held to the helmet.Another case of advertising Blarney.
And who knows what the price of a replacement visor will be ... best part of a ton.
£60 for a VAS V visor, and i suspect that not every curve on the helmet it 75 degrees, but that looked pretty close to me
@@mancavemoto Visor shop says list price is £69.99 and then the Pinlock is £31.99 Thats a ton. Too rich for my blood. Good looking helmet though . Might try one .
@Stealth Rider UK The PROFILE or FORM held against the helmet does NOT match the curvature. QED
Great review, thank you !
My pleasure!
Hi, I'm buying a new helmet in the coming weeks and the doubts fall on the two I like the most in the reviews I saw here on your channel: Shoei Glamster and Arai Profile-V. I have a naked bike that I use mostly on the weekend for touring and commuting and both fit the style I want. In your opinion, which of the two surprised you the most and would you advise me? Thank you very much. Ricardo R.
Hi Ricardo, My best advice is to try them both if you can. I think the Arai is a better all around helmet, the ventilation and more importantly control over that ventilation is superior. Its a helmet I could wear all year round, whereas persoanally the Glamster is more spring/summer. I guess the decider is going to be which one fits you the best. Thats the one you'll enjoy wearing more. ps the Arai looks great in modern gray with a tinted visor ;)
@@mancavemoto Thank you very much for the tips. They are very important in the indecisions I'm having. I will try both but now Arai has definitely earned points. Thanx again! Best regards. Ricardo Rodrigues
Have you tried the renegade x? If so, which of the 2 do you think is best? I personally think the profile v is mainly because of the bigger base.
No the Renegade isnt in the UK range
Good review as ever Tony, my Arai Tour X is my favourite, and the most comfortable lid I have ever owned. The Arai 'hampster cheeks' suit me well!. It's just a shame you can't get the cool Iridium visors for the Tour X that you can for other Arai's etc. And I haven't worked out how to chin mount a GoPro...any advice oh wise one...? Cheers, Steve
Checkout the motoradds chin mount
Yeah I like it too it’s just a shame it’s a little too compact for my fat face. It’s pretty comfortable once on, but I can open and close the chin vent with own chin! I was looking to mount a go pro with on off centre mount on the side of the chin bar
Great reviews 👌🏻 have you tested the RX7V?
Thanks, not so far no. But I may well do so at some point.
They may be the worlds best, however, it's best use for them is in the world of racing. They, due to snell requirements do not have an inner sun shield, or a model known as a modular helmet. Both of those features are something I like, and have crash tested. Those two features did not cause any malfunction of the helmet, but I did replace the helmet as recommended after being crashed.
Thanks for the comment Russell. Yes they do avoid internal visors and modular helmets, but I think its more to do with their own safety requirements rather than meeting SNELL standards, certainly for the 'non-race' helmets. Arai say that to fit an internal visor you either have to remove some of the EPS liner at the front, or make the shell bigger both of which compromise their standards and design. I agree these features don't make helmets unsafe, its just an ethos they want to maintain.
My first helmet 20+ years ago was an Arai, I have tried and liked other brands like Bell & Schuberth. Arai always however come out tops.
Expensive yes but worth it, as the saying goes; "if you have a ten bob head..."
Exactly...
You're supposed to push the visor release up. This helmet looks like my Signet X..difference?
Yep I see that now thanks, but it does work both ways. Similar helmet other than the wider opening on the profile v. You can close the rear vent on the signet, but you can’t on this and the vents are different too
Hi there do these come with the breath gard in the box like some of the other arai helmets as I cant see one on any of the reveiws at all?
This one didn't
@@mancavemoto tried one on in a shop yesterday looks like there's enough space in between the mouth gard and front of the lid to slide one in there. Gotta say it was the nicest fitting of all the arais I tried on. Large was slightly big so found a medium online and ordered one. Do they give much in the padding after wearing a few days did you find?
I'm undecided between chaser-x and this model. I've heard that this model has serious issues with road noise. What choice should I make?
I don't find it particularly noisy, a lot of that depends on fit and the bike being ridden obviously. Its a good straightforward helmet, since this review i've bought a modern gray version. The Quantic may be another one to have a look at?
@@mancavemoto I prefer chaser-x because I like the navy model very much. Unfortunately, the quantic model is not for sale in Turkey :(
I really wanted an Arai X4 last year but it didn’t fit my head - went with a Shoei Neotec II instead, which felt like it was made for me.
Neotec II is a great helmet...
I like the Arai helmets but they just dont suit the shape of my head either. I get a much better fit from Shoei helmets.
@@LS1Cobra I thought I was the same, but this worked for me. Mind you theres nowt wrong with Shoei, I love their helmets
@@mancavemoto I'll have to try one on in the shop. I'm impressed with the quality of the Shoei. I've got the J-Cruise 3/4 open face that I wear on my Harley but I want a new full face for longer trips.
@@mancavemoto My local Motorcycle gear shop had a 20% off sale today. I went and tried on a Shoei GT Air 2 and the Arai Profile V. Fit was pretty comfee on both but I thought he Arai was a bit better so bought it. The Shoei does have the advantage of the drop down sun screen but I picked up a tinted visor for the Arai. I'm not a big fan of flashy graphics on helmets (especially when riding a Harley LOL!) so went with the satin black. The only other solid color they had on the shelf was grey. I'll try it out on the weekend.
Great balanced review 👏
Thanks! 👍
Is it eassier to remove the visor and place it back? That is a bit of a pain on my chaser v at the moment
Robert yes very simple and quick
Any good for glasses?
Great review liked and subscribed 👍
Thanks for the sub! Apparently feedback is that it works well with glasses
@@mancavemoto great thanks bought one!
My glasses fit easily
@@davidel-khouri549 I bought one ... best fit for glasses ... great lid! 😁
Is that a Helm for a Harley rider on a naked bike in an upright position? Any recommendations? Thanks
Hi, yes this is a helmet best suited to an upright riding position. The Rapide might be worth a look too, a bit more paired back?
@@mancavemoto there nice but shoei advantage is the photochromatic shield. But not available for the glamster. The NXR or RYD maybe... it’s a Harley 😉 not sure about the arai sun shield solution
The RYD is a great helmet
@@mancavemoto but sold out in gemany.
Having seen the RF1400 being launched in the US, I suspect that will be coming to the European market this year. Perhaps as a new/replacement NXR? As an aside I’ve tried the Arai Pro Shade and it works well, It just depends if you like the look of it or not?
What is your head measurement in cm and what size in this Arai helmet did you choose?
My head measures 60cm and this is a large. I have now ordered one in Modern Gray as well as a thinner helmet liner. The stock one is 7mm and arai make one at 5mm. Just to give me a bit more room
@@mancavemoto thanks a lot. I think my head shape is similar to yours and your review made me buy Profile-V. I am waiting to be delivered. Can you please tell me where to buy those liners in the UK (if you are in the UK)?
I found this more comfortable than the RX7, probably my next lid.
I agree, the RX7 is really a race lid, so long term comfort and noise reduction is less important in the design.
You're a 60cm head circumference same as me, was that an XL? (60-61cm) model?
No it was a L 59-60, I tried an XL (which i've seen as a 61-62) and it was too big. I'm right on the top of of Arai size large, but i've bought a modern grey one of these and am waiting for the thinner 5mm liner to come back into stock which will help. The helmets not too tight, I'd just like a bit more room.
@@mancavemoto you ever getbthe 5mm liner? If so, how was it? I just got the helmet and it has a 7mm liner and theres just a slight pressue, im bald so it leaves a mark as well. Did the 5mm liner help with the pressure?
What do you think about the hjc rpha 11??
I've not tried one at the moment, so can't offer any opinion.
Can I fit a Cardo Packtalk Slim???
I don’t see any reason why not?
Did I hear right?
The interior is not fully removable?
Thats right, the top piece stays in place but the cheek pads and interior pad (around the head and back of neck) can be removed and are available in different thicknesses
@@mancavemoto that's weird for a premium helmet. So the upper part can't be washed properly.
I guess its towards the bottom end of their range. But all the essential parts can be removed, all thats left is the very thin lining on the top of the head which can be sponged down. It’s a different interior layout to a lot of helmets
Is this the same as the Regent-X coming to the US?
Yes I think it is, I don't know why Arai choose different names for the UK and US helmets. Very confusing!
December 2019
I saw it on their US website so I would say yes.
arai is the best, but i wish they would make modular helmets too
yes, unlikely, but if we do i certainly think we'll see that before we see a drop down visor (this will never happen)
Are these any good for people who wear glasses?
I’ve tried sunglasses with it and they work fine
"V" ? or '5 '?
V
"V" is an internal factory coding. For the US, we use "X" which is "X" and not 10.
Thanks Scott, yes to add confusion isnt this helmet called the Regent X in the US?
When’re we going for a ride Tony?
Are you at the Bike Shed Fest this weekend?
Views from the Man Cave no
@@jayalexander8027 Lets sort something out then, I might have something a bit more interesting to ride in a week or so
Views from the Man Cave definitely mate. I picked up my new bike last month as well
I hate wearing earplugs when I ride. But every helmet I've ever worn has needed earplugs due to wind noise. Does anyone make a quiet helmet that doesn't require earplugs?
Yeah! Audi, Fiat, Ford, Mercedes...
@@RebelRDX Fiat? - no, still needs earplugs...
@@mattseaman5397 lol you got me there haha
@@mattseaman5397 And the Mercedes V8, nah, scrap that, you want to hear that one
I hate riding without earplugs. I can't understand the problem with those. You can still hear everything, only that stupid windnoise is way less disturbing.
I love the face shot when you’re riding. How’d you set that up? Very impressed
Its just a go pro on a mount directly above the speedo of the bike
Yep, almost rip my ears off putting on my X4. Only thing I don't like about it.
Same here
Round, medium or long oval?
Cheers.
Intermediate oval
@@mancavemoto Like Shoei.
Thanks.
Your X4 just looks too small (size) for your head ...
I guess it can, but it’s not, it’s spot on. Just shows how much easier the wider opening makes the Profile to put on and off!
It’s too bad Arai designers are still stuck in the ‘70’s and ‘80’s with their ideas. That plastic piece on the side of each helmet covering the shield mount looks so chintzy. Shoei is the benchmark- have been for years. Even HJC has surpassed Arai in styling.
It’s a signature look I guess and it helps with the ‘glancing off’. Arai concentrate on making the safest helmet they can and the styling is, i guess of less importance. I like the minimalist look of them, there is something simple and elegant.
Might be worth mentioning that this is arais only current round-oval shape in the range in the U.K.
According to Arai it’s an intermediate oval?
My normal question...chin room?
Pretty good, the best of the Arai's i've tried and I would put it about the same as a Shoei RYD
@@mancavemoto Thanks Tony, I have a Ryd now, marginal for me and I cut 5mm away from chin area!
did you just say Arai Dynamics, classic.
Yep I stumbled over the words Aero and Arai were mashed together 😂
Arai is the only helmet that doesn't fit my head shape. A shame because they seek the best quality.
yep a shame, but they are not for everyone. I'm the same with Bell
Not sure where you are located, but we have three shapes in the US market. Round, Intermediate, and Long Oval. See your local dealer.
I was thinking, that looks good, price a wee bit high but ok, it's an Arai...what, liner isn't removeable?!
Poor form Arai.
Even my £299 Shoei RYD has a removeable liner.
Arai are clearly losing sales because of that head shape thing and this was an attempt to rectify it I reckon...but not with cheap tactics like that.
Try again me old cockers.
The skull cap and cheek pads are removable, which to be honest doesn't leave much left in...
@@mancavemoto Ah, I didn't realise the skull cap came out. That might be a goer then - thanks for clarifying Tony
@@BN1960 no worries
I wouldn’t wear anything else.
Same, always owned an Arai, tried others over the years but always end up keeping the Arai, great comfort and ventilation worth the extra money.
Araidynamics...
i'm suprised they havent stoeln that phrase from you
for the algorithm
Thanks
Those new visor openers are ridiculous. I don't think pressing it does anything. I just grab the plastic tab on the visor and lift it over the lock as I did before they made this useless flippy thing.
It does seem 'over engineered' tbh
the cheapest aria ever
In the UK we also have the Debut which is even cheaper at £329