I have the 2018 (non DLX version) and it does run small side to side out of the box. I took out the liner and removed the top pad (it was attached to the liner by Velcro) and put the liner back in. This fixed the fitment for me. I got pressure points before I did that. I found out by reading one of the comments on this video. Wish I knew before I bought the 25mm cheek pads and then gave up on the helmet and bought a RF 1200 from you guys. Guess I have 2 useable helmets now. This is a great helmet. Compared to my Shoei RF-1200 It has better airflow, visibility, 5 shell sizes (vs 4), built in fog protection (Shoei needs a pinlock) and is quieter. I will say the Shoei did get the little things right on the helmet, there are no excess strings hanging anywhere unlike the Bell. Also the Bell’s visor can only go from fully open to fully closed. This isn’t a con for me because I can’t even ride with my Shoei partially cracked open, I don’t know how other riders do it.
Almost forgot. Compared to the Shoei the on effort is harder, but the off effort is easier. I had surgery on my ears so this is important and thought people would like to know.
@@GBDubstep if you don't mind me asking what style of bike you have...sports/cruiser/etc. Reason I'm asking is because I'm thinking about getting this bell helmet instead of the shoei rf1200. Was wondering how this helmet does in a full tuck position....
@@rodrigog1493 I ride a KTM RC390 so it’s a 3/4th tuck to full tuck. I’ve owned the RF1200 and the Bell. Bell has better visibility. Sold my RF1200 for a Corsa and that has the best visibility. Though the lining of the Bell wasn’t as comfortable as the RF1200. Though I got way too hot and sweaty in the RF1200 compared to the Bell since I live in the desert.
Van, Another excellent and informative review, thanks for all the time you put into this! One thing to mention is that in this "more is always better" society, helmet manufacturers are making eyeports endlessly wider and taller. This is great for racing, but for street riding (which this helmet is aimed at) being able to look straight up at the sky while riding upright isn't really helpful, and riding into the sun with a dark shield is blinding. I wouldn't call the eye opening on this helmet "excellent" for it's intended purpose, and I'm hoping that some of the manufacturers will get it that the eyeport on the street versions of their helmets could (should!) be much lower than the race versions. Thanks again for a great review!
I prefer a more open eyeport on the street or the track and would use this in either environment. If you prefer helmets shorter in the brow I would suggest trying a few on before you buy one to find one that gets you where you want to be. Important to note we are all shaped a little differently so one that sits high on my brow may sit lower on yours. - Van
Thank you for this review. It's always interesting and correctly done. Too bad you're too far from Montreal, Quebec, Canada!!! Please continue to do them. Have a great day
Nice review! Could you please tell about the weight of the helmet? Also, does the visor has any city position detent? Or the airflow of the helmet is so good that this does not matter? Thank you!
I really love this helmet, but the one thing that's killing it for me is the lack of the face shield detents... when I open the shield I don't like to open it all the way. Is this possible with this helmet or is it pretty much open or closed?
We have heard this complaint from others as well. For me this is a non issue as I never ride with the shield cracked. If I am moving it is closed and locked in place. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Photochromatic is a MUST but I expect detents in face shields. I finally caught the part about the internal removeable plug for airflow at chin area. Im sure 99% of people do not know this is even a thing as nobody RTFM (reads the fkn manual) the lack of detents on this newer '16+ Star Carbon had me super sketched to purchase as I lane split heavy Socal traffic in low gears frequently. I pop open my old star carbon
I'm loving this helmet in the white/black/blue but I hate that they don't have shield adjustment. My RF1200 has so many positions for the shield. Can't pull the trigger because of that one feature!
The Bell Star Helmet Weighed 3.7 lbs in a size Medium on our shipping scale. We have not weighed an XL but I would be surprised if it weighed that much more than the medium. - Van
How does this differ to the previous Bell Star MIPS model w/o DLX other than the Pro tint visor? It seems its lost the ECE 22.05 certification with this new model? Can you please explain? Thanks heaps
It is the same helmet minus the Pro Tint shield. If the helmet is sold in the US it will be a Snell cert. Those sold in Europe will carry the appropriate cert for the country they are sold in. - Van
Hey I recently purchased the Shoei RF-SR and after watching this review I'm considering returning it in for this because of the MIPS system do you think it's worth the trade?
The Shoei RF-SR is also an excellent helmet. Shoei has the very best overall quality of all the helmet brands on the market today. The MIPS system is nice and does add a little extra protection for the rider. Is this night and day better than the Shoei you have? I would say no it is not. - Van
Hey Brian, how does this compare to the shoei X-Fourteen in medium for you, regarding to track and some street riding use. I really like both in the matte black style. Big difference in price so was wondering which would be best. I currently have an X-Fourteen with graphics and it fits amazing just want a second helmet and this bell seems pretty awesome especially with that included shield
Question, what are your thoughts on the weight? Everywhere I look online it says the weight is 4 pounds (medium). My current Bell Star Carbon is great for track and 400 mile days, but its like 3.3 pounds. I'm afraid of neck fatigue. Thoughts?
We got 3.7 lbs in a medium on our scale here at STG. I have ridden in the helmet and did not experience any fatigue. This weight is on par with the Shoei and Arai Snell helmets. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear OK phenomenal thanks! I'm also considering the Klim Krios Pro, but I don't know if it would be stable at 170mph on the straight here at the Utah Motorsports Campus. Looks comfy for highway on a Bonneville though.
I'm in the uk and have just bought the Iom TT mips star It didn't come with the self tint visor . Just the clear visor ( or shield as you in the USA say )
I am somewhere between round oval and intermediate. I do not like the looks of any helmet for round oval except the AGV K3 SV...which I already own and fits ok. I am looking at this and the qualifier and wondering if either would be a good fit for someone who is in between shapes?
How does this bellstar helmet compare to a rpha 11 or the new top of the line scorpion helmet. One of these three helmets are what I am going to purchase. Thanks
To be fair all three of these are good helmets. The Bell Star MIPS offers a fit that is a little narrow as compared to the other two caused by the MIPS liner. It does come with the ProTint shield which is a nice addition (tints based on ambient light level with a tint level just short of a dark smoke). Both the Scorpion and the HJC come with a clear and a dark smoke shield. I really like the Scorpion a lot. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks, I have discovered I wear a large helmet (chubby cheeks)but need one with the thinnest cheek pads. I believe the scorpion does not offer this option. Can I get clarification please. thanks
I tried one on recently at a local retailer because I've read the shield on this model is either all the way closed or all the way open with no detents in between and I often like to ride with the visor cracked open for fresh air. Every time I lifted the visor to the full open position it popped off the hinge on one side. I can't imagine how dangerous this would be while actually riding. Have you experienced this? If so, is there any kind of tension adjustment on the hinges to prevent this from loosening up over time? I've been wondering if the display model was damaged somehow...
I have ridden in a handful of these now and never had a shield issue. IMO the display model was most likely damaged. As for the detents full open or closed is all there is. - Van
great review, unlike the super basic rundown done by revzilla. perhaps consider wearing the same jacket in all helmet vids? for some reason you look normal in this one but look like you have no neck in the race star dlx vid. odd. i have the race star dlx and its fit is odd, short from front to back on the inside. thought about getting this but would probly regret it. maybe do things like take quick soft tape measurements of the bottom openings and stuff? overall higher caliber content though.
Is this helmet more round than the Bell Star MIPS non-DLX helmet? I noticed the Bell Qualifier DLX was more round than the Bell Qualifier so i was wondering if that applied here
Hi Brian. I have a new Star MIPS in size Med, I have not raced with it yet but it feels tight around my head just above my brow line and around the sides. I put in 5mm smaller cheek pads and it helped a bit but still feels tight....do you think it will break in after a few hours of wear? It is for drag racing so i will be going 160-170 mph in the helmet.
usdesertracing what size is your helmet? I got a large and need to drop down a size in cheek pads too but not sure if they make one smaller according to the manual. May needa jus call bell tomorrow.
@@jamescheung5887 my helmet is a medium, and it came with 35 mm cheek pads I put in 30 mm cheek pads. I believe they go all the way down to 25 mm. If you pop your cheek pads out they will say on the inside what size they are
@@jamescheung5887 good question, I would have went with the 25 mm. The difference between the 35 and the 30 was not substantial. As a matter of fact , I will probably be ordering the 25. I don't remember exactly how much it was, I think 20 something dollars maybe 30.
I find the anti fog to work pretty well, especially when the vents are open a bit to help keep it clear. This helmet is not designed to be ridden in much with the shield in the open position which is why the only detent is full open. - Van
This helmet flows a ton of air, especially when the plug in the chin bar is removed. IMO this will get you air flow similar to having the shield open to the first detent. - Van
All my other helmets are 'S', so I got this as small as well. Fits very snug (hopoi got will pack out abit over time). But my the top of my ears are always folded. Will that get better over time?
$400.00 Plus one 5 % tax in Canada,I have a like New 1999 Shoei X11SP sized M or 58 centimeters Medium in a M.Duhamel replica graphic $1000.00 in that year, Plus a still unused $300 Chinese Knockoff AGV dumbed down Pista 75thAnniversario in Large and would choose the Large in this Bell helmet cause the X11SP fits tight enough to make me want more untightness So will go with the Large plus won't be doing any laps in the Heat of amateur battle so I don't need my head area like choking the chicken fit. But rather a Swan or grey goose luxury fit.
RSD refers to the designer Roland Sands. The DLX equipped helmets come with the Bell ProTint helmet shield that tints as it is exposed to sunlight. - Van
The neck roll can be replaced. Here is a link to it on our site so you can have an idea of what it looks like when removed. www.sportbiketrackgear.com/bell-star-mips-mips-dlx-x-static-neck-curtain/
I have ridden with this shield several times and find it to be plenty dark enough. It is the best shield out there when it comes to adjusting to changing lighting conditions. - Van
To be fair they are both excellent helmets. The Bell includes the ProTint shield which tints close to a dark smoke when exposed to sun light and the Scorpion ships with both a clear and dark smoke shield. The fit is similar with the Bell being a touch to the narrow side. Airflow, noise and aerodynamics are also very similar. Hope this helps! - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear thanks for the comparison between the two. They are very similar in bang for buck. Out of those two, do you remember which one has better lateral vision? The shot with you in this Bell helmet seems like it has it's upper part of view port low, and might obstruct view in tucked position.
No “helmet review” involves the Primary Function of a helmet; Brain Protection. Including this one. Why? Why are there no Impact Test results posted for comparison? Answering these two questions can initiate credibility. Until then, all these reviews are personal opinion. Information from unreliable sources with questionable intelligence and knowledge.
None of the helmet manufactures will share the impact numbers. As riders we have to rely on DOT, ECE and Snell to set the standards to a level that offers the protection a rider needs. While I agree the primary function of a helmet is to protect the rider I will add it also needs to perform at a high level while riding. The point of these reviews is to share my experience to help riders choose a helmet that meets their personal performance expectations. - Van
I have the 2018 (non DLX version) and it does run small side to side out of the box. I took out the liner and removed the top pad (it was attached to the liner by Velcro) and put the liner back in. This fixed the fitment for me. I got pressure points before I did that. I found out by reading one of the comments on this video. Wish I knew before I bought the 25mm cheek pads and then gave up on the helmet and bought a RF 1200 from you guys. Guess I have 2 useable helmets now. This is a great helmet. Compared to my Shoei RF-1200 It has better airflow, visibility, 5 shell sizes (vs 4), built in fog protection (Shoei needs a pinlock) and is quieter. I will say the Shoei did get the little things right on the helmet, there are no excess strings hanging anywhere unlike the Bell. Also the Bell’s visor can only go from fully open to fully closed. This isn’t a con for me because I can’t even ride with my Shoei partially cracked open, I don’t know how other riders do it.
Almost forgot. Compared to the Shoei the on effort is harder, but the off effort is easier. I had surgery on my ears so this is important and thought people would like to know.
Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with these helmets and for your business! - Van
@@GBDubstep if you don't mind me asking what style of bike you have...sports/cruiser/etc. Reason I'm asking is because I'm thinking about getting this bell helmet instead of the shoei rf1200. Was wondering how this helmet does in a full tuck position....
@@rodrigog1493 I ride a KTM RC390 so it’s a 3/4th tuck to full tuck. I’ve owned the RF1200 and the Bell. Bell has better visibility. Sold my RF1200 for a Corsa and that has the best visibility. Though the lining of the Bell wasn’t as comfortable as the RF1200. Though I got way too hot and sweaty in the RF1200 compared to the Bell since I live in the desert.
@@GBDubstep Allright sounds good... thank you for the reply
I've avoided Bell helmets in general because they haven't worked with my glasses. Thanks for adding that little clip in the video.
BTW, REALLY helpful when you put the helmet on and show it from all four sides, thanks!
You are welcome and thank you for watching. - Van
I love bell helmets. I have a old rs1, they are pretty awesome. The fabrics are soo good!
Van,
Another excellent and informative review, thanks for all the time you put into this! One thing to mention is that in this "more is always better" society, helmet manufacturers are making eyeports endlessly wider and taller. This is great for racing, but for street riding (which this helmet is aimed at) being able to look straight up at the sky while riding upright isn't really helpful, and riding into the sun with a dark shield is blinding. I wouldn't call the eye opening on this helmet "excellent" for it's intended purpose, and I'm hoping that some of the manufacturers will get it that the eyeport on the street versions of their helmets could (should!) be much lower than the race versions. Thanks again for a great review!
I prefer a more open eyeport on the street or the track and would use this in either environment. If you prefer helmets shorter in the brow I would suggest trying a few on before you buy one to find one that gets you where you want to be. Important to note we are all shaped a little differently so one that sits high on my brow may sit lower on yours. - Van
finally great helmets love mine on my 4th bell race star wicked helmets need more credit
Thank you for this review. It's always interesting and correctly done. Too bad you're too far from Montreal, Quebec, Canada!!! Please continue to do them. Have a great day
Thank you for watching and the kind words! - Van
This helmet is on sale at helmet city in the uk for £249. Sounds like an absolute steal
That is an excellent price for this helmet. - Van
I just wish companies didn't smack their logos everywhere...
Never gonna happen IMO. They view that as free marketing and will never produce items without branding in place on some level. - Van
Its such an industry standard, and speaks to the varying quality of helmet, that I would be skeptical if I didn't see a name on it.
I wouldn’t buy it.
@@sportbiketrackgear well put
Dude just put some shoei or arai decals on top.... 😂
Nice review! Could you please tell about the weight of the helmet? Also, does the visor has any city position detent? Or the airflow of the helmet is so good that this does not matter? Thank you!
Is it best for street or freeway/race track riding?
You can use this helmet on the street or the track. - Van
I really love this helmet, but the one thing that's killing it for me is the lack of the face shield detents... when I open the shield I don't like to open it all the way. Is this possible with this helmet or is it pretty much open or closed?
We have heard this complaint from others as well. For me this is a non issue as I never ride with the shield cracked. If I am moving it is closed and locked in place. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Photochromatic is a MUST but I expect detents in face shields. I finally caught the part about the internal removeable plug for airflow at chin area. Im sure 99% of people do not know this is even a thing as nobody RTFM (reads the fkn manual) the lack of detents on this newer '16+ Star Carbon had me super sketched to purchase as I lane split heavy Socal traffic in low gears frequently. I pop open my old star carbon
I have and love this helmet.
Hello Brian, which is the quietest helmet today in 2021 ? Bell star or is there a quieter helmet ? I ride a Tuono V4. Thank you very much ! 03:13
I would say the Shark Race R Pro is the quietest full face helmet on the market today. - Van
I'm loving this helmet in the white/black/blue but I hate that they don't have shield adjustment. My RF1200 has so many positions for the shield. Can't pull the trigger because of that one feature!
Open or closed with the Bell Star helmets. - Van
Got this helmet in XL but is ridiculously heavy (4.2LB)! It feels like my head is going to fall off and my neck get tired from wearing it.
The Bell Star Helmet Weighed 3.7 lbs in a size Medium on our shipping scale. We have not weighed an XL but I would be surprised if it weighed that much more than the medium. - Van
How does this differ to the previous Bell Star MIPS model w/o DLX other than the Pro tint visor? It seems its lost the ECE 22.05 certification with this new model? Can you please explain? Thanks heaps
It is the same helmet minus the Pro Tint shield. If the helmet is sold in the US it will be a Snell cert. Those sold in Europe will carry the appropriate cert for the country they are sold in. - Van
Hey I recently purchased the Shoei RF-SR and after watching this review I'm considering returning it in for this because of the MIPS system do you think it's worth the trade?
The Shoei RF-SR is also an excellent helmet. Shoei has the very best overall quality of all the helmet brands on the market today. The MIPS system is nice and does add a little extra protection for the rider. Is this night and day better than the Shoei you have? I would say no it is not. - Van
Hey Brian, how does this compare to the shoei X-Fourteen in medium for you, regarding to track and some street riding use. I really like both in the matte black style. Big difference in price so was wondering which would be best. I currently have an X-Fourteen with graphics and it fits amazing just want a second helmet and this bell seems pretty awesome especially with that included shield
I would go with the same size you have in the Shoei with this Bell Star MIPS. I find the fit to be very similar between each of these helmets. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear awesome! Thanks for the feed back man!
Which is better between this helmet and flex dlx?
Question, what are your thoughts on the weight? Everywhere I look online it says the weight is 4 pounds (medium). My current Bell Star Carbon is great for track and 400 mile days, but its like 3.3 pounds. I'm afraid of neck fatigue. Thoughts?
We got 3.7 lbs in a medium on our scale here at STG. I have ridden in the helmet and did not experience any fatigue. This weight is on par with the Shoei and Arai Snell helmets. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear OK phenomenal thanks! I'm also considering the Klim Krios Pro, but I don't know if it would be stable at 170mph on the straight here at the Utah Motorsports Campus. Looks comfy for highway on a Bonneville though.
I'm in the uk and have just bought the Iom TT mips star
It didn't come with the self tint visor . Just the clear visor ( or shield as you in the USA say )
The DLX model comes with the self tint visor, standard model comes with a clear only. Not sure what Bell is offering in the UK. - Van
I am somewhere between round oval and intermediate. I do not like the looks of any helmet for round oval except the AGV K3 SV...which I already own and fits ok. I am looking at this and the qualifier and wondering if either would be a good fit for someone who is in between shapes?
This one is a bit narrow and would most likely not offer a good fit for you. Give the Qualifier a shot, better chance of getting a good fit. - Van
How does this bellstar helmet compare to a rpha 11 or the new top of the line scorpion helmet. One of these three helmets are what I am going to purchase. Thanks
To be fair all three of these are good helmets. The Bell Star MIPS offers a fit that is a little narrow as compared to the other two caused by the MIPS liner. It does come with the ProTint shield which is a nice addition (tints based on ambient light level with a tint level just short of a dark smoke). Both the Scorpion and the HJC come with a clear and a dark smoke shield. I really like the Scorpion a lot. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks, I have discovered I wear a large helmet (chubby cheeks)but need one with the thinnest cheek pads. I believe the scorpion does not offer this option. Can I get clarification please. thanks
Where are these helmets made/manufactured?
Pretty sure all of the Bell Helmets are manufactured in China. - Van
I tried one on recently at a local retailer because I've read the shield on this model is either all the way closed or all the way open with no detents in between and I often like to ride with the visor cracked open for fresh air. Every time I lifted the visor to the full open position it popped off the hinge on one side. I can't imagine how dangerous this would be while actually riding. Have you experienced this? If so, is there any kind of tension adjustment on the hinges to prevent this from loosening up over time? I've been wondering if the display model was damaged somehow...
I have ridden in a handful of these now and never had a shield issue. IMO the display model was most likely damaged. As for the detents full open or closed is all there is. - Van
great review, unlike the super basic rundown done by revzilla. perhaps consider wearing the same jacket in all helmet vids? for some reason you look normal in this one but look like you have no neck in the race star dlx vid. odd. i have the race star dlx and its fit is odd, short from front to back on the inside. thought about getting this but would probly regret it. maybe do things like take quick soft tape measurements of the bottom openings and stuff? overall higher caliber content though.
Thank you for watching and for the feedback. - Van
Is this helmet more round than the Bell Star MIPS non-DLX helmet? I noticed the Bell Qualifier DLX was more round than the Bell Qualifier so i was wondering if that applied here
This helmet is a bit narrow with the MIPS insert in it. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear hmm ok thank you
Hi Brian. I have a new Star MIPS in size Med, I have not raced with it yet but it feels tight around my head just above my brow line and around the sides. I put in 5mm smaller cheek pads and it helped a bit but still feels tight....do you think it will break in after a few hours of wear? It is for drag racing so i will be going 160-170 mph in the helmet.
usdesertracing there’s a removable pad on the top liner which helps
usdesertracing what size is your helmet? I got a large and need to drop down a size in cheek pads too but not sure if they make one smaller according to the manual. May needa jus call bell tomorrow.
@@jamescheung5887 my helmet is a medium, and it came with 35 mm cheek pads I put in 30 mm cheek pads. I believe they go all the way down to 25 mm. If you pop your cheek pads out they will say on the inside what size they are
usdesertracing would you have gone with the 25mm if you could do it all over again or does the 30 fit perfect? How much was the replacement?
@@jamescheung5887 good question, I would have went with the 25 mm. The difference between the 35 and the 30 was not substantial. As a matter of fact , I will probably be ordering the 25. I don't remember exactly how much it was, I think 20 something dollars maybe 30.
How is anti fog does it work well also what's up with the detents in full open will it close at higher speeds I like to ride 50 to 60mph with glasses
I find the anti fog to work pretty well, especially when the vents are open a bit to help keep it clear. This helmet is not designed to be ridden in much with the shield in the open position which is why the only detent is full open. - Van
i have one in Oz. I find it very noisy even with vents closed and ear plugs in.
Thanks for the feedback but my experience with this helmet is the exact opposite. - Van
Really want to get it. But the lack of detents in the visor that let it sit half open really kills it. I really like having helmets 1/4 open
This helmet flows a ton of air, especially when the plug in the chin bar is removed. IMO this will get you air flow similar to having the shield open to the first detent. - Van
All my other helmets are 'S', so I got this as small as well. Fits very snug (hopoi got will pack out abit over time). But my the top of my ears are always folded. Will that get better over time?
It should break in with use for sure. I do find this helmet to run just a touch narrow with the MIPS device in it. - Van
$400.00 Plus one 5 % tax in Canada,I have a like New 1999 Shoei X11SP sized M or 58 centimeters Medium in a M.Duhamel replica graphic $1000.00 in that year, Plus a still unused $300 Chinese Knockoff AGV dumbed down Pista 75thAnniversario in Large and would choose the Large in this Bell helmet cause the X11SP fits tight enough to make me want more untightness So will go with the Large plus won't be doing any laps in the Heat of amateur battle so I don't need my head area like choking the chicken fit. But rather a Swan or grey goose luxury fit.
At 58cm you would be a medium in most helmets. - Van
Amazing helmet!!!
This is an excellent helmet. - Van
Van, your tHoughts on using this helmet on a cruiser?
Not a reason you can not run this on the cruiser. End of the day this is a great full face helmet that will perform on any bike. - Van
My shield is too tight to close it or to open it!it needs two hands effort to open it up. in your video i see is very easy to open it.
You need to loosen the base plates and adjust your shield. Pretty easy to do. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear how can i do it?thanks!!!i unscrewed the screws of the plates but the holes are only three in order to fix it.
I think k did it.i loosen the base plates and moved them forward.now is much more better and not too tight.thanks!
Love mine
Thanks for sharing and watching! - Van
How is the Field of vision on this and Scorpion R1 Air?
Both of these helmets have an excellent field of vision IMO. I have ridden in both and like them a lot. -Van
Whats the difference between dlx and rsd ?
RSD refers to the designer Roland Sands. The DLX equipped helmets come with the Bell ProTint helmet shield that tints as it is exposed to sunlight. - Van
Is the neck roll non-removable?
The neck roll can be replaced. Here is a link to it on our site so you can have an idea of what it looks like when removed. www.sportbiketrackgear.com/bell-star-mips-mips-dlx-x-static-neck-curtain/
Is it dark enough to not have to wear sunglasses?
I have ridden with this shield several times and find it to be plenty dark enough. It is the best shield out there when it comes to adjusting to changing lighting conditions. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks
These or the scorpion exo r1? Thank you! ps Josh is the GOAT 💪🔥 - Julius
To be fair they are both excellent helmets. The Bell includes the ProTint shield which tints close to a dark smoke when exposed to sun light and the Scorpion ships with both a clear and dark smoke shield. The fit is similar with the Bell being a touch to the narrow side. Airflow, noise and aerodynamics are also very similar. Hope this helps! - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Thank you! Exo r1 it is 😁💪🔥
@@sportbiketrackgear thanks for the comparison between the two. They are very similar in bang for buck.
Out of those two, do you remember which one has better lateral vision?
The shot with you in this Bell helmet seems like it has it's upper part of view port low, and might obstruct view in tucked position.
Wtf... is THAT really the color? Every picture makes it look like a matte grey. I just ordered one, so now I'm a little angry.
This is the matte black solid color that we reviewed. - Van
No “helmet review” involves the Primary Function of a helmet;
Brain Protection. Including this one. Why? Why are there no Impact Test results
posted for comparison? Answering these two questions can initiate credibility.
Until then, all these reviews are personal opinion. Information from unreliable
sources with questionable intelligence and knowledge.
None of the helmet manufactures will share the impact numbers. As riders we have to rely on DOT, ECE and Snell to set the standards to a level that offers the protection a rider needs. While I agree the primary function of a helmet is to protect the rider I will add it also needs to perform at a high level while riding. The point of these reviews is to share my experience to help riders choose a helmet that meets their personal performance expectations. - Van