About time this helmet arrives to the rest of us mere mortals across the pond. Like Brian said, I first noticed it watching WSBK & MotoGP. So, I looked it up and the only places that it was available from was Netherlands and couple other obscured online stores. I have loved my R2000 ever since I purchased it from STG a few years ago. STG is always my first choice to get my gear. Love the informative videos, customer service and reasonable prices...not to mention crazy fast delivery, but then again, I'm in the next state over from them. BTW, I am diggin the R1 Air Corpus Phantom and my second choice is the Fabio Quartararo. My only question now, is since Scorpion has updated their 310 to 320, R410 to R420 & now R2000 to R1 Air, when will they be introducing the update to their R710 line? Hmmmm... Brian, love your videos, they are so informative, thorough...just the way I think and question items, projects/tasks and life in general. Keep on keeping on brother! (Loving the new intro with your son too. Great to see father & son time. Keep safe out there.)
Thank you for all of the kind words and your support. This new Scoprion R1 is the real deal, great helmet at a very fair price. I have a plain white one and a Fabio now. I do expect them to update the RXO-R710 for next year. It is still a good helmet, but it has been the same for several seasons now. - Van
Ordered the Scorpion Fabio Quartararo (red/black) Monster Energy replica and the Arai Nicky Hayden Reset replica this week. Looking forward to wearing both of them. As usual another great review from STG. Thanks Brian! 👍
I pulled the trigger on the Bautista when ordering fresh Q3+'s last week. The overall fit finish and build quality are excellent. Can't wait to put some spirited miles and track time on this lid.
If it wasn't for these reviews I'd have never have even thought about Scorpion. I'm going for the EXO R1 Air with black and red graphics. Looks a mega helmet for the money.
Comprei um há dias, Halley Azul e Amarelo...excelente aerodinamica, ventilação, leveza, confortavel, bons materiais, bons acabamentos e...nesta versão é lindíssimo
Great review. I was able to try one on at the Scorpion vendor tent at the Laguna WorldSBK round and couldn't believe how much lighter it was than the R2000. Can't wait to get my hands on one!!!
The one I rode in was a full ECE version and it is crazy light. As I understand it the US model with be a couple tenths of a pound heavier than the full ECE model. Still very light as compared to other helmets in this category. - Van
It doesn't look like Sharp has tested the EXO-R1 Air Helmet yet. They have done the ST-1400 which is similar to the EXO-R1 Air and it earned 4 of 5 stars. I would imagine the EXO-R1 Air would achieve the same or better. That said the helmet that will come to the US will be different than the model they test due to the changes Scorpion needs to make to it so it complies with the DOT standard. - Van
Picked up the Fabio one last month. Looking forward to comparing with my Marquez X14 (2016) gotta wait till spring :( but overall the looks fit is awesome! M Size in my Shoei same with this one. At half the price of my 14 no doubt this helmet has massive bang for the buck imo. Thx for the review cheers
Love my X14 but this new R1 Air has me itching to get a new helmet and back into Scorpion. How do you think this compares to the ST1400? Aerodynamics, airflow, protection...?
I got both at the moment. On motorway / highway it seems a bit easier to turn any direction compared to 1400 Air. Looks more aggressive, plenty of air, lighter, has dark and clear visor included but no drop down one. Similar foam, same fastening mechanism etc. My few gripes from commuting standpoint are too much airflow (still trying to adjust though open or closed vents I get tons of air) which is amazing in summer but will kill me in colder months AND second one is visor. It has a nice visor, but around edges it has weird distortion that made me look few times as if something was close to me. I am sure this is nothing major but still, freaked me out. All in all both are amazing lids - highly recommend. I got my R1 in fluorescent and deep blue gloss finish, looks amazing.
I have not ridden in the AGV K6 but do have a lot of laps in the Scorpion. I really like that Scorpion a lot and would 100% recommend it over the K6. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgearHad one more question: In your experience, do the ECE and DOT, ECE versions of this helmet seem to fit the same? Think the ECE version is used in MotoGP. Thanks again! :-)
Hey Brian, great review . I'm heading to Spain for a week in march for track , is this lid suitable as I'm expecting to bin it a few times and dont want to mess up those $8/900 lids you mentioned so thought I'd buy a cheaper one so long as it has same safety features . Currently using shark gp pro carbon /shoei x spirit 3 and rapha 70 if that helps. Thanks in advance and great channel bro. Ride safe
Really considering this one but one question. If I want to ride with the visor cracked or one detent up are the detents strong enough for 55-70 mph riding without the visor slamming shut.
The first detent is strong and should be enough to support riding under most conditions with the shield in this spot. Having used this helmet I will say it vents well and the anti fog shield is effective reducing the need to ride with the shield cracked open. - Van
Hey there! Very informative video as always!! So i've ordered on of those in size L... my head is 58.6(cm)... would an M been better?? Keep on doing those videos! Greetings from Luxembourg. 👍🏼
You will be between sizes IMO. Try the large on and see how it fits. You may need to go try on a medium to compare to ensure you get the best fit. - Van
Your reviews are fantastic so much detail I’m very interested in this helmet currently have a shark race pro which is great but peripheral vision on the road is poor I’ve tried the Arai chaser x which is a game changer This Helmet seems very good however given the current climate I’m unable to try Is the vision good in your opinion
Great review Sir. I have been wearing the Scorpion EXO-R2000 for almost three years and really like it. It has a snug fit, vents well , quiet and aerodynamic which I like. Does the R1 maintain that snug fit race fit? If so, I will be upgrading to the R1 when it becomes available in the U.S.
Yes the fit of the R1 Air is very similar to that of the R2000. If anything the fit has been refined a bit over it's predecessor. We expect to see these in Jan or Feb of 2020. - Van
the fit of the R1 Air is much rounder than the R2000, gave me a hot spot on my forehead after about 15 mins in my house, the R2000 I could wear all day with no problems ever. Bummed about this big time, no idea why they changed the fit.
Nice review. How does it compare with the shoei x14? Crashed the shoei and looking for a more affordable helmet strictly for racing. Would this be a downgrade from the x14? If so, how so?
IMO the safety between the 2 would be very close to one another. The performance of the Scorpion is also very close to the Shoei X-14, so close you may not notice the difference. I enjoyed riding in the R1-Air and felt comfortable pushing while riding in it. A great product that sells for a reasonable price. End of the day $400 is still a lot of money and the product needs to be worth it. - Van
I have both and like them both. If I had to choose one I would go with the Scorpion. They are very close but I feel the quality of the Scorpion as well as the fit are a little nicer. - Van
5:55 "Wind noise is very low considering the amount of air it flows" Can this be compared to the Shoei RF 1400 and Shark Race R Pro and Pro GP helmets??
Shark makes the most quiet full face high end helmet IMO. This one sells for much less and is very close. Noise level of this is comparable to the Shoei RF-1400 as is the airflow. - Van
hi pal, very nice review , and i am going to buy, also im looking for a awesome Bluetooth speaker, which one would u recommend for this helmet? considering that my bike has a moto gp exhaust and makes some noise haha
Hi, I've just bought this as a replacement track lid. Do you know how it compares to my current lid - Shoei X-Spirit 3? I'm really happy with the Shoei but at 3 times the price I'm wondering if the Scorpion is as good an option for track riding?
I have ridden in all of the top tier helmets and feel like the Scorpion EXO-R1 Air is pretty much on par with all of them. Any differences are rather small. - Van
I have the 1400, thinking to upgrade to the Exo R1 or the Bell Race Star. Which is quieter in your experience? Also, how come only the size S R1 is FIM approved? (I'm a M in Scorpion)
I find them to both to be pretty quiet for how well they vent, almost the same noise level from them. The reason the size small is the only size with the FIM approval is it is the only size submitted for testing. As I understand it they would need to submit all of the individual sizes for testing to get the approval for each one. They have to pay for each test so they have only tested the sizes being worn by riders. - Van
Hey great video thanks. I bought the R2000 based on your review as I've had really hard time of finding helmets that fit my long oval head. It's a pretty good helmet especially for the price I give. Jist a little too tight, and noisier than I care. How is this helmet in fit? Is it a long oval also? Does the sizing run tight as on the R2000? Also how is the sound compared to an hjc Rpha or Shoei Rf1200? Thanks in advance.
I would say the fit is similar with some refinements made to the RXO-R1 Air. IMO both the 2000 and R1 are more intermediate oval than they are long oval. As for the noise level the R1 is a little quieter (not a massive difference). IMO any helmet that vents well will produce some noise. Best way to manage that is by wearing a set of ear plugs. - Van
just got this helmet, it fits much more round than the R2000. Bummed about this big time since the rest of the helmet is awesome.. The R2000 definitely had a longer fit. Lots of helmets fit into the intermediate oval category, but HJCs are on the rounder end of that spectrum, and Scorpion used to be on the longer end, I'd say the R1 Air fits about equal to the Shoei RF1200 now.
No helmet flows more air than the AGV Pista Helmet. It is not cheap but it flows a metric shit ton of air. This Scorpion and several others in the "Premium" category also flow a lot of air. For a more indepth conversation please shoot the team an email to orders@sportbiketrackgear.com - Van
How would you compare it to the schuberth sr2, looking for a quiet helmet and I am between these two. race r pro and bell star don;t feel as good as these two on my head.
I have not ridden in or seen the SR2 in person so it's hard to say which is better. That said I really like riding in this helmet and feel it offers the best bang for the buck on the market today. - Van
The helmet I rode in was an Euro model they sent over before the helmets for the US were ready to roll. They included a standard dark smoke shield and not one with tear off posts like that which comes with the helmets we are selling here in the US. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Im interested in the Quatararo helmet and want the tear offs for racing. Just had alot of issues with the R2000 not having race shields available in Canada.
We are all shaped a little differently and some riders will experience a little contact in the chin. I have this with some models and do not find it to be an issue. - Van
So it turns out i made a rookie mistake measuring my head size....at 56.5cm would you suggest size S for the r1 air? I feel pretty snug and comfortable on something like the Corsa r in size S for reference sake... feedback is much appreciated. Cheers!!
Sportbike Track Gear yes. Thank you. I tried the the ARAI and it felt great. I tried the Bell and it was ok. I just need to try on the AGV and the Scorpion to finalize the decision. The Fave shield system and all you have to buy with it is a bummer for the ARAI. Pro shield, tinted shield and those crazy covers. It’s a bit much
I do not expect to see this helmet sent in for Snell testing. End of the day it may not pass due to the differences in the ECE and Snell certs. Personally I trust helmets built to pass either cert. - Van
Take a look at the video in this link: th-cam.com/video/bzDoKzV7y2Y/w-d-xo.html We show the Scorpion with several other top level helmets in the video and have still photos of me wearing each of them. - Van
If I had the clear cut choice between the r1 carbon and the rpha 11 carbon which is the better option? Considering its going to be street riding and touring for me mostly. Also I wear size M and Size MS (57) on HJC and Agv helmets respectively...so would Size M be the right fit for this helmet too?
I have this helmet its very beautiful light but its very very noisy i tried it in both my bikes VSTROM and GSXR 1000 and i was disappointed.Too bad for my money.Before that i had an arai chaser and it was much quieter compere to this
Hi, i was wondering are there different models for this helmet? I've seen it being listed as Corpus, Ogi and the limited editions of Fabio and Bautista. Any key differences?
I have both and like them both. Between the 2 I find the Scorpion to fit a little better and it is around $100 less. We have sold quite a few of these now and all of the early feedback has been very strong. - Van
I would say the Scorpion EXO-R1 Air is a bit quieter than the RPHA 11 Pro. When I am riding on track I always use ear plugs and recommend them to anyone riding the track. - Van
I have a exo r710 and love it. But need another helmet to start racing next year. How is the fit compared to the r710? I was thinking about a r2000 but hoping this would come to north America before I bought one, since it has a center visor lock.
@@sportbiketrackgear thanks for the recommendation on size. I ended up buying a large r1 air (I have a r710 in large that fits perfect) and the fit is even better than the r710. I haven't ridden with it yet but dam is that a comfy and light helmet!
Sportbike Track Gear Thanks.... That’s kinda what I thought, but didn’t know if anything since 2017 replaced the Race R Pro in sense of quietness. As you know I have the 2013 Bell Star Limited Edition so I’ll probably keep it for at least another riding season.
The best vented helmets are the AGV Pista GP RR,. AGV Corsa R and the Icon Airframe Pro. That said there are several others like this Scorpion EXO-R1 that move more than enough air to keep you cool on the hottest of days. - Van
I'm looking for a new helmet to replace my 3XL Scorpion EXO R710 that fit me perfectly. I have tried Arai, Shoei but they only go up to 2XL and are very tight around the temple. Would the Scorpion R1 in 3XL fit me?
If you got a good fit from the Scorpion EXO R710 in the 3XL you should also get a good fit from the R1 Air. Sizing is similar, fit from the R1 is a little nicer IMO. - Van
Start with the top pad and take your time lining up the snaps and tabs. It should not take a lot of pressure to engage the snaps. If you have to push hard odds are it is not lined up. - Van
Olá estou indeciso entre 3 capacetes hjc rpha 11 pro, nexx x. R2 ou este o scorpion, qual achas que é o melhor, ja agora a minha moto é uma hayabusa, obrigado fazem um grande trabalho..
I would say these helmets compare very well head to head. With the Scorpion you also have the benefit of the extra dark smoke screen at no charge which is nice. If you are interested in the EXO-R1 Air pull the trigger, you will like the helmet. - Van
To be fair there are aspects of the Race R Pro that I would say are better. That said it is also much more expensive. The Scorpion is an excellent helmet that gets you super close to the performance we find with the most expensive helmets on the market today. If that sounds appealing then this is the helmet for you. - Van
I would think so. It really seals up nicely at the neck which helps to keep the helmet quiet by prevent air intrusion from the bottom. It also has a good sized chin curtain to seal up the front. - Van
First thanks for the review have a question been looking at the designs on the R1 Air and like some of those better than what's coming in Jan Feb they match a blue visor better. Would you recommend I buy the European version the Air model so I can get those colors?? I am a shopper at your store so your truly not losing a sale but is it the same helmet minus the DOT test is it safe for track?? Thanks great review
Thanks for the kind words. I would recommend waiting for the US version for a couple of reasons. One would be warranty, Scorpion USA will not handle warranty claims on non US models. This is not a problem unless you end up having a problem with the helmet. Also you should technically have the DOT cert on the helmet for any street riding here in the US. Might be a good idea to check with the track org you ride with to see if they have an issue with non DOT helmets. As for being safe the sample I rode in was a European ECE only helmet and I would not have ridden in it if it wasn't safe. That said I did not use this helmet when I ride with Wera because the certs were not prominently displayed on the back of the helmet and I was unsure if it would pass tech. - Van
Sorry for the delay, I had to reach out to Scorpion to answer this one. The helmet worn by Fabio is the same as the European small shell EXO-R1 Air Helmet. The only differences are the FIM bar code and his helmets are custom painted. The US version is both ECE and DOT. To comply with the DOT the US version is a touch different. Very minor as I understand it. With all that said I would be comfortable saying the level of protection we are getting from the helmets we can purchase is the same as Fabio has racing in MotoGP. - Brian Van
Would the EXO-R1 be a good fir on oval long head shape? been trying to find a proper helmet for days now and most of them (even though I fit pretty well in medium with 57CMs), have been putting a pressure point on my forehead.. (least pressure of all was Shoei GTair2, but it was still pressing a lot against my forehead with the padding)
IMO this is more of an intermediate oval shape. In your case you will really need to go into a shop to try on multiple helmets to find the best fit. Long oval is a challenge for sure. - Van
I like this helmet a lot and recommend it. The K5S offers a drop down inner shield. This is a nice option for the street but not the track if that is important to you. Also important to note helmets with the drop down screen typically do not vent as well as those without. The position of the screen in the eps of the helmet forces them to reposition the vents. - Van
Saw the Fabio one last weekend was blown away with how light it was... currently have the 2016 Marquez X14 . Will be looking at this one soon. How would it compare with the X14 ..wind noise comfort. I've only ever worn Shoei. I've also had the RF1200. Thx
The X-14 is a better helmet and it should be given the price difference. That said the EXO-R1 Air is pretty damn close. When comparing this to the RF1200 I would say the performance is very close with the Scorpion being much lighter than both the Shoei's. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear thx Van. yeah ill def be considering this one next, just have to decide on #FQ20 one or the carbon one. Guessing sizing is the same vs X14, im a Medium. i still cant believe just how light it was nuts! and the dark smoke shield incl is a nice feature, cheers, Dave from Canada
Trying to figure out if I should go for the Exo R1 or Airohs new GP550S. Haven't seen too much about the Airoh but the FIM rating is looking good and they are in the same price range. Currently using an AGV K1. I'm a bit on the more oval side of an intermediate oval, hard to find local shops that have Scorpions for testing sadly.
I have not ridden in the 1400 helmet yet as it is more of a street helmet. That said I found the EXO-R1 Air Helmet to be relatively quiet while on track. The only helmet I can say would for sure be quieter is the Shark Race R Pro. - Van
Yes the venting is as good as the RPHA 11 Pro. Overall I liked the performance of this helmet a little better than the HJC. Both are excellent options, just felt the EXO-R1 Air was a touch better overall. - Van
Hi.How does this compare to rpha 11 pro in terms of fit? I need one which is alittle more round.. my headshape is intermediate oval but weird because my temple is kinda more pronounced.. i currently own the Avg k3 sv and it fits well... i dont know which would fit a little looser on the sides between this and the rpha 11..
I feel the RPHA 11 Pro fits a touch looser than the Scorpion EXO-R1 Air does and may do a better job for you. To be fair it is hard to say without trying the helmet on. - Van
Is there pockets for bluetooth speakers? I have the scorpion R2000 and the Sena 20S i have has speakers that seem too big for it. It smashes against my ears and i cant ride long with them. My old helmet never had this issue
@@1MrMelk1 Yes I do Richard. Interesting how he never mentions it. My concern was if there was enough room for the speakers in general so it doesn't pinch your ears. How about you go back to listening to what your boyfriend says rather than trying to troll on youtube.
@@roadwarrior8560 this is Dulema. This is just my other channel. no not yet. Im doing a computer build while i wait for more info on this helmet. But if it is the same as my other 2 scorpion helmets it seems to run true to size with a 2 week break in period.
To be fair the X-14 is a better helmet, it also costs $400 more so it should be. The Scorpion R1 Air gets you super close to the performance of the Shoei IMO. - Van
Scorpion needs to get their act together and cough up the dough for SNELL rating!! Gettin' a bit too big now for their own good..... not like when they were just starting out offering SNELL left and right on every helmet with high quality materials in hopes of gaining a following, but now that they established a name for themselves, they are churning out helmets faster than the I Love Lucy chocolate factory with suspect quality!
I suspect the shift away from snell could also be customer driven. Perhaps not iintentional but lots of intrest in recent years has been on weight. It's easy to measure and somthing every review and website now publish and people compare the same at home. Size and aero are next most frequently discussed. So a helmet mfgr would use ECE to get the lowest weight smallest size helmet as it demands less for impact energy which allows better numbers in the more easily measured metrics.
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i bought one and its amazingly good, riding Arai helmets for years now this is even better and costs half the price, good job Scorpion
Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback on the EXO-R1 Air. I agree this helmet punches well above it's weight. - Van
Great video! I’m glad I made a choice to get this beauty
This is an excellent helmet, enjoy! - Van
About time this helmet arrives to the rest of us mere mortals across the pond. Like Brian said, I first noticed it watching WSBK & MotoGP. So, I looked it up and the only places that it was available from was Netherlands and couple other obscured online stores. I have loved my R2000 ever since I purchased it from STG a few years ago. STG is always my first choice to get my gear. Love the informative videos, customer service and reasonable prices...not to mention crazy fast delivery, but then again, I'm in the next state over from them.
BTW, I am diggin the R1 Air Corpus Phantom and my second choice is the Fabio Quartararo.
My only question now, is since Scorpion has updated their 310 to 320, R410 to R420 & now R2000 to R1 Air, when will they be introducing the update to their R710 line? Hmmmm...
Brian, love your videos, they are so informative, thorough...just the way I think and question items, projects/tasks and life in general.
Keep on keeping on brother!
(Loving the new intro with your son too. Great to see father & son time. Keep safe out there.)
Thank you for all of the kind words and your support. This new Scoprion R1 is the real deal, great helmet at a very fair price. I have a plain white one and a Fabio now. I do expect them to update the RXO-R710 for next year. It is still a good helmet, but it has been the same for several seasons now. - Van
You can never go wrong with Scorpion Helmet. Best product.
Best bang for the buck for sure. This new R1 Air is competition for the best in the world IMO. - Van
Thanks Brian! Great review man. I’ve been searching for info on this helmet ever since I saw Bautista rocking it.
You are welcome and thanks for watching! - Van
Ordered the Scorpion Fabio Quartararo (red/black) Monster Energy replica and the Arai Nicky Hayden Reset replica this week. Looking forward to wearing both of them.
As usual another great review from STG. Thanks Brian! 👍
Thank you for watching and for the business. - Van
I pulled the trigger on the Bautista when ordering fresh Q3+'s last week. The overall fit finish and build quality are excellent. Can't wait to put some spirited miles and track time on this lid.
Thank you for your support and enjoy that new helmet. You have done a tremendous amount of business with us and I really appreciate that! - Van
If it wasn't for these reviews I'd have never have even thought about Scorpion. I'm going for the EXO R1 Air with black and red graphics. Looks a mega helmet for the money.
Best helmet value out there right now. We have sold several and have gotten a ton of excellent feedback thus far. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Thank you for your reply Van. Keep the awesome videos coming 💪 - Tam 🇬🇧
Comprei um há dias, Halley Azul e Amarelo...excelente aerodinamica, ventilação, leveza, confortavel, bons materiais, bons acabamentos e...nesta versão é lindíssimo
Great review. I was able to try one on at the Scorpion vendor tent at the Laguna WorldSBK round and couldn't believe how much lighter it was than the R2000. Can't wait to get my hands on one!!!
The one I rode in was a full ECE version and it is crazy light. As I understand it the US model with be a couple tenths of a pound heavier than the full ECE model. Still very light as compared to other helmets in this category. - Van
I think im sold!
We have sold a ton of these over the last few years and have collected a ton of great feedback. - Van
I can’t wait to see the testing from the European standards & more info on the foam construction.
It doesn't look like Sharp has tested the EXO-R1 Air Helmet yet. They have done the ST-1400 which is similar to the EXO-R1 Air and it earned 4 of 5 stars. I would imagine the EXO-R1 Air would achieve the same or better. That said the helmet that will come to the US will be different than the model they test due to the changes Scorpion needs to make to it so it complies with the DOT standard. - Van
Picked up the Fabio one last month. Looking forward to comparing with my Marquez X14 (2016) gotta wait till spring :( but overall the looks fit is awesome! M Size in my Shoei same with this one. At half the price of my 14 no doubt this helmet has massive bang for the buck imo. Thx for the review cheers
I really like riding in mine. IMO it stacks up pretty well to the X-14. - Van
Love my X14 but this new R1 Air has me itching to get a new helmet and back into Scorpion. How do you think this compares to the ST1400? Aerodynamics, airflow, protection...?
I would also like to know this. Similar price point between the two.
Would like to know it too
Same was thinking the exact same thing
Would really help to hear a thought from Van :)
I got both at the moment. On motorway / highway it seems a bit easier to turn any direction compared to 1400 Air. Looks more aggressive, plenty of air, lighter, has dark and clear visor included but no drop down one. Similar foam, same fastening mechanism etc.
My few gripes from commuting standpoint are too much airflow (still trying to adjust though open or closed vents I get tons of air) which is amazing in summer but will kill me in colder months AND second one is visor. It has a nice visor, but around edges it has weird distortion that made me look few times as if something was close to me. I am sure this is nothing major but still, freaked me out.
All in all both are amazing lids - highly recommend. I got my R1 in fluorescent and deep blue gloss finish, looks amazing.
Great review thank you! Can’t wait to give this helmet a proper test ride :)
This is a pretty impressive helmet that sells at an affordable price point. - Van
Awesome!!!
Thanks for the tour.
You are welcome, thanks for watching! - Van
How do you think the R1 Air compares to the AGV K6 for occasional track day use, and general ventilation?
Thanks, and awesome review!
I have not ridden in the AGV K6 but do have a lot of laps in the Scorpion. I really like that Scorpion a lot and would 100% recommend it over the K6. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Awesome. Thank you for the response. Your reviews are always great! :-)
@@sportbiketrackgearHad one more question: In your experience, do the ECE and DOT, ECE versions of this helmet seem to fit the same? Think the ECE version is used in MotoGP. Thanks again! :-)
Well I'm sold gonna pick up the quartararo helmet
I like it a lot and all of the early feedback we have received thus far has been excellent. - Van
I am researching this exo-r1 air helmet because thinking join my friends on scooter cannonball run and need light weight helmet for long drive!
This is an excellent helmet. - Van
My USA DOT ECE version in medium weighs 3 pounds 2 ounces.
We saw 3.3 lbs in a medium on our scale. Still super light. How do you like the helmet so far? - Van
Hey Brian, great review . I'm heading to Spain for a week in march for track , is this lid suitable as I'm expecting to bin it a few times and dont want to mess up those $8/900 lids you mentioned so thought I'd buy a cheaper one so long as it has same safety features .
Currently using shark gp pro carbon /shoei x spirit 3 and rapha 70 if that helps. Thanks in advance and great channel bro. Ride safe
I would not ride in anything I was not prepared to crash in. IMO this is an excellent helmet. - Van
Man I want this, got my R2000 from STG.
Thank you for the business and we will be here when you are ready to replace it. - Van
Finally!!!!
I was excited to get a chance to test this before it made it's was to the US. - Van
Really considering this one but one question. If I want to ride with the visor cracked or one detent up are the detents strong enough for 55-70 mph riding without the visor slamming shut.
The first detent is strong and should be enough to support riding under most conditions with the shield in this spot. Having used this helmet I will say it vents well and the anti fog shield is effective reducing the need to ride with the shield cracked open. - Van
Thank you for replying. The R1 sounds like a winner!
Hey there! Very informative video as always!! So i've ordered on of those in size L... my head is 58.6(cm)... would an M been better??
Keep on doing those videos!
Greetings from Luxembourg. 👍🏼
You will be between sizes IMO. Try the large on and see how it fits. You may need to go try on a medium to compare to ensure you get the best fit. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Thx a lot!! I will keep you updated...
Update... helmet in L fits perfectly!!
I'm sold!!
It is a great helmet, you will love it. - Van
Your reviews are fantastic so much detail
I’m very interested in this helmet currently have a shark race pro which is great but peripheral vision on the road is poor
I’ve tried the Arai chaser x which is a game changer
This Helmet seems very good however given the current climate I’m unable to try
Is the vision good in your opinion
I find the field of vision with this helmet to be unrestricted and wide open. This is one of my new favorites for sure. - Van
Great review Sir. I have been wearing the Scorpion EXO-R2000 for almost three years and really like it. It has a snug fit, vents well , quiet and aerodynamic which I like. Does the R1 maintain that snug fit race fit? If so, I will be upgrading to the R1 when it becomes available in the U.S.
Yes the fit of the R1 Air is very similar to that of the R2000. If anything the fit has been refined a bit over it's predecessor. We expect to see these in Jan or Feb of 2020. - Van
the fit of the R1 Air is much rounder than the R2000, gave me a hot spot on my forehead after about 15 mins in my house, the R2000 I could wear all day with no problems ever. Bummed about this big time, no idea why they changed the fit.
Nice review. How does it compare with the shoei x14? Crashed the shoei and looking for a more affordable helmet strictly for racing. Would this be a downgrade from the x14? If so, how so?
IMO the safety between the 2 would be very close to one another. The performance of the Scorpion is also very close to the Shoei X-14, so close you may not notice the difference. I enjoyed riding in the R1-Air and felt comfortable pushing while riding in it. A great product that sells for a reasonable price. End of the day $400 is still a lot of money and the product needs to be worth it. - Van
Would you recommend this helmet over the HJC RPHA 11 PRO? Both seem so similar, I'm torn between the two.
I have both and like them both. If I had to choose one I would go with the Scorpion. They are very close but I feel the quality of the Scorpion as well as the fit are a little nicer. - Van
5:55 "Wind noise is very low considering the amount of air it flows" Can this be compared to the Shoei RF 1400 and Shark Race R Pro and Pro GP helmets??
Shark makes the most quiet full face high end helmet IMO. This one sells for much less and is very close. Noise level of this is comparable to the Shoei RF-1400 as is the airflow. - Van
Brilliant review.
Thank you. - Van
hi pal, very nice review , and i am going to buy, also im looking for a awesome Bluetooth speaker, which one would u recommend for this helmet? considering that my bike has a moto gp exhaust and makes some noise haha
Any of the universal units will install in this helmet. We use the Sena brand in our snow helmets and like them quite a bit. - Van
I wish they would update the mid grade exo R710
I think we will see that happen in the next year or so. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear I surely hope so, I am looking forward to it.
...the hjc rpha 11 looked smaller than the scorpion. both width and height. or is it just .my eyes
End of the day they are very close in size. All of the manufacturers try to keep the outer shell size as small as possible. - Van
Hi, I've just bought this as a replacement track lid. Do you know how it compares to my current lid - Shoei X-Spirit 3? I'm really happy with the Shoei but at 3 times the price I'm wondering if the Scorpion is as good an option for track riding?
I have ridden in all of the top tier helmets and feel like the Scorpion EXO-R1 Air is pretty much on par with all of them. Any differences are rather small. - Van
I have the 1400, thinking to upgrade to the Exo R1 or the Bell Race Star. Which is quieter in your experience? Also, how come only the size S R1 is FIM approved? (I'm a M in Scorpion)
I find them to both to be pretty quiet for how well they vent, almost the same noise level from them. The reason the size small is the only size with the FIM approval is it is the only size submitted for testing. As I understand it they would need to submit all of the individual sizes for testing to get the approval for each one. They have to pay for each test so they have only tested the sizes being worn by riders. - Van
Any idea where you can buy them dark visors . The ones that come with current model are advertised as dark smoke but they are barely tinted
Scorpion EXO-R1 Race Pinlock Shield
www.sportbiketrackgear.com/scorpion-exo-r1-race-pinlock-shield/
Scorpion EXO-R1 Air / EXO-ST1400 / EXO-T520 Pinlock Shield
www.sportbiketrackgear.com/scorpion-exo-r1-air-exo-st1400-pinlock-shield/
@sportbiketrackgear out of stock . Thanks
Hey great video thanks. I bought the R2000 based on your review as I've had really hard time of finding helmets that fit my long oval head.
It's a pretty good helmet especially for the price I give. Jist a little too tight, and noisier than I care.
How is this helmet in fit? Is it a long oval also?
Does the sizing run tight as on the R2000?
Also how is the sound compared to an hjc Rpha or Shoei Rf1200?
Thanks in advance.
I would say the fit is similar with some refinements made to the RXO-R1 Air. IMO both the 2000 and R1 are more intermediate oval than they are long oval. As for the noise level the R1 is a little quieter (not a massive difference). IMO any helmet that vents well will produce some noise. Best way to manage that is by wearing a set of ear plugs. - Van
just got this helmet, it fits much more round than the R2000. Bummed about this big time since the rest of the helmet is awesome.. The R2000 definitely had a longer fit. Lots of helmets fit into the intermediate oval category, but HJCs are on the rounder end of that spectrum, and Scorpion used to be on the longer end, I'd say the R1 Air fits about equal to the Shoei RF1200 now.
Hey Brian, how can I get this helmet in all white? I only see the white with black accents on your website. Thanks.
The helmet I was sent was a sample. The version we are selling on the site is the production helmet for the US. - Van
Looks like a super sporty helmet; would it work well for a naked bike?
The aerodynamic performance of this helmet is very good on the track at speed so I would expect it to do well on a naked bike as well. - Van
Which one is the most vented helmet full face. I live in Florida. Need vents!
No helmet flows more air than the AGV Pista Helmet. It is not cheap but it flows a metric shit ton of air. This Scorpion and several others in the "Premium" category also flow a lot of air. For a more indepth conversation please shoot the team an email to orders@sportbiketrackgear.com - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear thank you will do brother
How would you compare it to the schuberth sr2, looking for a quiet helmet and I am between these two. race r pro and bell star don;t feel as good as these two on my head.
I have not ridden in or seen the SR2 in person so it's hard to say which is better. That said I really like riding in this helmet and feel it offers the best bang for the buck on the market today. - Van
Trying to decide between this or the rpha 11 pro... what would your recommendation be?
I think they are both good helmets but the Scorpion is a little nicer. - Van
Hi Brian, Do you why the image from scorpion displays a visor with tear off posts? While your display helmet doesnt?
The helmet I rode in was an Euro model they sent over before the helmets for the US were ready to roll. They included a standard dark smoke shield and not one with tear off posts like that which comes with the helmets we are selling here in the US. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Im interested in the Quatararo helmet and want the tear offs for racing. Just had alot of issues with the R2000 not having race shields available in Canada.
I got this one and during tuck on track my chin hits the helmet frame , is there something i got wrong?
We are all shaped a little differently and some riders will experience a little contact in the chin. I have this with some models and do not find it to be an issue. - Van
So it turns out i made a rookie mistake measuring my head size....at 56.5cm would you suggest size S for the r1 air? I feel pretty snug and comfortable on something like the Corsa r in size S for reference sake... feedback is much appreciated. Cheers!!
Yes I would go with the size small at 56.5cm. IMO the medium would most likely end up too large once it is all broken in. - Van
Great review.
Thank you! - Van
Could you please teach me how to use that internal switch in the chin area.
The red bulb is used to inflate the cheek pads and the silver metal button releases the pressure in the cheek pads when depressed. - Van
Ok. I’m down to 3. AGV K6, ARAI SIGNET X, or the Scorpion EXO-R Air???? Ahhhh. Choices
Important to remember the Arai Signet X has a very unique long oval head shape. The other 2 are both intermediate oval. - Van
Sportbike Track Gear yes. Thank you. I tried the the ARAI and it felt great. I tried the Bell and it was ok. I just need to try on the AGV and the Scorpion to finalize the decision. The Fave shield system and all you have to buy with it is a bummer for the ARAI. Pro shield, tinted shield and those crazy covers. It’s a bit much
Any chances they may make this in a Snell rating?
or at least having it tested to see if meets either M2015 or 2020D?
Thanks,
I do not expect to see this helmet sent in for Snell testing. End of the day it may not pass due to the differences in the ECE and Snell certs. Personally I trust helmets built to pass either cert. - Van
In your opinion, what helmet has the smallest shell size in a medium? Don’t wanna look like a bobble head
Take a look at the video in this link: th-cam.com/video/bzDoKzV7y2Y/w-d-xo.html We show the Scorpion with several other top level helmets in the video and have still photos of me wearing each of them. - Van
If I had the clear cut choice between the r1 carbon and the rpha 11 carbon which is the better option? Considering its going to be street riding and touring for me mostly. Also I wear size M and Size MS (57) on HJC and Agv helmets respectively...so would Size M be the right fit for this helmet too?
I would go with the R1 Air over the RPHA 11 Pro. At 57 cm I would suggest going with the medium in the R1 Air. - Van
I have this helmet its very beautiful light but its very very noisy i tried it in both my bikes VSTROM and GSXR 1000 and i was disappointed.Too bad for my money.Before that i had an arai chaser and it was much quieter compere to this
I have ridden in this helmet a fair amount and do not feel it is overly noisy. - Van
I have one question. Which country he comes from Scorpion helmets e.g. (Shark - France, Bell - USA, AGV - Italy)
Yea i too have a helmet thing. Has to match my current bike or some variation of black. Feel free to send me some of your extras size large 🤘😬👍
I love new helmets! - Van
Hi, i was wondering are there different models for this helmet? I've seen it being listed as Corpus, Ogi and the limited editions of Fabio and Bautista. Any key differences?
They are all still R1-Air Helmets, just different graphics. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Alright, thank you!
Looking for opinions This exo-R1 air vs the Bell star MIPS DLX, mostly street and few track days riding a 2019 gsxr r1000r
I have both and like them both. Between the 2 I find the Scorpion to fit a little better and it is around $100 less. We have sold quite a few of these now and all of the early feedback has been very strong. - Van
Whats your opinion on the r1 vs the icon Airflite? I need a 3xl so im limited to whats available.
I feel the Scorpion EXO-R1 Air is a much better helmet than the Icon Airflite. - Van
Hello. it has a little bit better aerodynamic than rpha 11.how about noise? it has less noise than rpha 11 and rpha 70?
I would say the Scorpion EXO-R1 Air is a bit quieter than the RPHA 11 Pro. When I am riding on track I always use ear plugs and recommend them to anyone riding the track. - Van
I have a exo r710 and love it. But need another helmet to start racing next year. How is the fit compared to the r710? I was thinking about a r2000 but hoping this would come to north America before I bought one, since it has a center visor lock.
I would go with the same size you have in the R710. The fit of the EXO-R1 Air is similar to the R710 with some improvements. Great helmet. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear thanks for the recommendation on size. I ended up buying a large r1 air (I have a r710 in large that fits perfect) and the fit is even better than the r710. I haven't ridden with it yet but dam is that a comfy and light helmet!
brian where can i get that red and black sweater?
That has been discontinued now sorry. - Van
Brian from your vast experience, as of 2020 what helmet would you say is the best at managing noise control?
The Shark Race R Pro is the quietest full face helmet I have ridden is thus far. The Bell Star is not too far behind it. - Van
Sportbike Track Gear Thanks.... That’s kinda what I thought, but didn’t know if anything since 2017 replaced the Race R Pro in sense of quietness. As you know I have the 2013 Bell Star Limited Edition so I’ll probably keep it for at least another riding season.
Which would you consider the best vented full face helmet ?? I live in a +90° totally humid place so have been looking around without answer
The best vented helmets are the AGV Pista GP RR,. AGV Corsa R and the Icon Airframe Pro. That said there are several others like this Scorpion EXO-R1 that move more than enough air to keep you cool on the hottest of days. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear how about the HJC RPHA 11 pro or the Bell Race Star Flex?
I'm looking for a new helmet to replace my 3XL Scorpion EXO R710 that fit me perfectly. I have tried Arai, Shoei but they only go up to 2XL and are very tight around the temple. Would the Scorpion R1 in 3XL fit me?
If you got a good fit from the Scorpion EXO R710 in the 3XL you should also get a good fit from the R1 Air. Sizing is similar, fit from the R1 is a little nicer IMO. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks! I noticed you guys don’t have the glossy R1 Carbon in stock for 3XL, when will you be getting more stock?
Any tips for when reinstalling the liner back into the helmet ?
Start with the top pad and take your time lining up the snaps and tabs. It should not take a lot of pressure to engage the snaps. If you have to push hard odds are it is not lined up. - Van
Olá estou indeciso entre 3 capacetes hjc rpha 11 pro, nexx x. R2 ou este o scorpion, qual achas que é o melhor, ja agora a minha moto é uma hayabusa, obrigado fazem um grande trabalho..
I have not seen the most current Nexx helmets. While I like the HJC RPHA 11 Pro Helmet I feel the Scorpion is a touch better. - Van
Hey Van, would you take this over the Shoei RF1200?
I would say these helmets compare very well head to head. With the Scorpion you also have the benefit of the extra dark smoke screen at no charge which is nice. If you are interested in the EXO-R1 Air pull the trigger, you will like the helmet. - Van
I measure 60cm. do scorpion helmets tend to run on the small side? should I order xl?
They run true to size. - Van
Does this helmet work well with the packtalk slim batter pack??
No reason you can not install that unit in this helmet. - Van
how about compare with shark race r pro ? Witch one you think better ?
To be fair there are aspects of the Race R Pro that I would say are better. That said it is also much more expensive. The Scorpion is an excellent helmet that gets you super close to the performance we find with the most expensive helmets on the market today. If that sounds appealing then this is the helmet for you. - Van
Is this Snell approved?
No this is an ECE helmet. - Van
Would this helmet be a good street helmet on a naked bike?
I would think so. It really seals up nicely at the neck which helps to keep the helmet quiet by prevent air intrusion from the bottom. It also has a good sized chin curtain to seal up the front. - Van
can we drive at night with black face shield ?
Not if you want to see where you are going. - Van
First thanks for the review have a question been looking at the designs on the R1 Air and like some of those better than what's coming in Jan Feb they match a blue visor better.
Would you recommend I buy the European version the Air model so I can get those colors?? I am a shopper at your store so your truly not losing a sale but is it the same helmet minus the DOT test is it safe for track?? Thanks great review
Thanks for the kind words. I would recommend waiting for the US version for a couple of reasons. One would be warranty, Scorpion USA will not handle warranty claims on non US models. This is not a problem unless you end up having a problem with the helmet. Also you should technically have the DOT cert on the helmet for any street riding here in the US. Might be a good idea to check with the track org you ride with to see if they have an issue with non DOT helmets. As for being safe the sample I rode in was a European ECE only helmet and I would not have ridden in it if it wasn't safe. That said I did not use this helmet when I ride with Wera because the certs were not prominently displayed on the back of the helmet and I was unsure if it would pass tech. - Van
Can the scorpion logo be removed ?
Yes it is held on with two sided tape. - Van
Is this the same that quartararo uses? Has the same protection?
Sorry for the delay, I had to reach out to Scorpion to answer this one. The helmet worn by Fabio is the same as the European small shell EXO-R1 Air Helmet. The only differences are the FIM bar code and his helmets are custom painted. The US version is both ECE and DOT. To comply with the DOT the US version is a touch different. Very minor as I understand it. With all that said I would be comfortable saying the level of protection we are getting from the helmets we can purchase is the same as Fabio has racing in MotoGP. - Brian Van
Sportbike Track Gear Thank you for the effort Brian, amazing review!
Would the EXO-R1 be a good fir on oval long head shape? been trying to find a proper helmet for days now and most of them (even though I fit pretty well in medium with 57CMs), have been putting a pressure point on my forehead.. (least pressure of all was Shoei GTair2, but it was still pressing a lot against my forehead with the padding)
IMO this is more of an intermediate oval shape. In your case you will really need to go into a shop to try on multiple helmets to find the best fit. Long oval is a challenge for sure. - Van
Does Scorpion have an “auto dimming” screen available for the R1 similar to the Bell?
No Scorpion does not offer a self tinting shield at this time. Bell and Shoei both have one, ICON and HJC both have a self tinting Pinlock lens. - Van
Sportbike Track Gear thank you! Your videos are awesome!! So much detail and not a sales approach, just laying out the facts.
@@nkguillen2 there is also a pinlock photochromic lense for the Scorpion exo 1400, maybe it fits the r1.
Sebastian Lange thanks for the info! I’ll check it out
How does this compare to the AGV K5 S?
I like this helmet a lot and recommend it. The K5S offers a drop down inner shield. This is a nice option for the street but not the track if that is important to you. Also important to note helmets with the drop down screen typically do not vent as well as those without. The position of the screen in the eps of the helmet forces them to reposition the vents. - Van
Sportbike Track Gear thank you. I’m going to the track a lot with this new helmet so I’m going with the scorpion R1. Wish it was SNELL rated tho
Sir Van can you do a review on Caberg drift evo sir ?
Sorry, that is not a brand we offer here at STG. - Van
Oh my bad I'm sorry Sir
Saw the Fabio one last weekend was blown away with how light it was... currently have the 2016 Marquez X14 . Will be looking at this one soon. How would it compare with the X14 ..wind noise comfort. I've only ever worn Shoei. I've also had the RF1200. Thx
The X-14 is a better helmet and it should be given the price difference. That said the EXO-R1 Air is pretty damn close. When comparing this to the RF1200 I would say the performance is very close with the Scorpion being much lighter than both the Shoei's. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear thx Van. yeah ill def be considering this one next, just have to decide on #FQ20 one or the carbon one. Guessing sizing is the same vs X14, im a Medium. i still cant believe just how light it was nuts! and the dark smoke shield incl is a nice feature, cheers, Dave from Canada
When yall gonna get some more of these in stock I want one lol
Shoot me an email to service@sportbiketrackgear.com and let me know which one you are interested in. - Van
Trying to figure out if I should go for the Exo R1 or Airohs new GP550S. Haven't seen too much about the Airoh but the FIM rating is looking good and they are in the same price range. Currently using an AGV K1. I'm a bit on the more oval side of an intermediate oval, hard to find local shops that have Scorpions for testing sadly.
Even harder to find a shop open during the damn Coronapocolypse! - Van
Is it quieter than the EXO 1400? Thanks
I have not ridden in the 1400 helmet yet as it is more of a street helmet. That said I found the EXO-R1 Air Helmet to be relatively quiet while on track. The only helmet I can say would for sure be quieter is the Shark Race R Pro. - Van
is the venting as good as the hjc rpha 11?
Yes the venting is as good as the RPHA 11 Pro. Overall I liked the performance of this helmet a little better than the HJC. Both are excellent options, just felt the EXO-R1 Air was a touch better overall. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks buddy.
Can you do a review of Agv pista gp r?
Hoping to get that done next year. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks :) Imo its the best track day helmet atm. I have tried all the flagship models from the largest manufacturers.
Hi.How does this compare to rpha 11 pro in terms of fit? I need one which is alittle more round.. my headshape is intermediate oval but weird because my temple is kinda more pronounced.. i currently own the Avg k3 sv and it fits well... i dont know which would fit a little looser on the sides between this and the rpha 11..
I feel the RPHA 11 Pro fits a touch looser than the Scorpion EXO-R1 Air does and may do a better job for you. To be fair it is hard to say without trying the helmet on. - Van
Is there pockets for bluetooth speakers? I have the scorpion R2000 and the Sena 20S i have has speakers that seem too big for it. It smashes against my ears and i cant ride long with them. My old helmet never had this issue
Do you press play before u aske questions ?
@@1MrMelk1 Yes I do Richard. Interesting how he never mentions it. My concern was if there was enough room for the speakers in general so it doesn't pinch your ears. How about you go back to listening to what your boyfriend says rather than trying to troll on youtube.
@@Dulema th-cam.com/video/l1TwrsB5THk/w-d-xo.html
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@@Dulema did you get the helmet? does it tend to run on the small side? thanks
@@roadwarrior8560 this is Dulema. This is just my other channel. no not yet. Im doing a computer build while i wait for more info on this helmet. But if it is the same as my other 2 scorpion helmets it seems to run true to size with a 2 week break in period.
Hi, how is the R1 compare to X14?
To be fair the X-14 is a better helmet, it also costs $400 more so it should be. The Scorpion R1 Air gets you super close to the performance of the Shoei IMO. - Van
Sportbike Track Gear thank you for your input Bryan!
1r air?????
Sometimes I call shit by the wrong name. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear lmfaoo thnks for the review
Iwanted to purchase this helmet on ir site bit do you guys sell custom cheek pads for race star?
Where is drunk Santa?
Trying to clean up his act a little bit. Perhaps he will make an appearance in December???? - Ho Ho Ho
Sportbike Track Gear yes!!!!!!!!
Scorpion needs to get their act together and cough up the dough for SNELL rating!! Gettin' a bit too big now for their own good..... not like when they were just starting out offering SNELL left and right on every helmet with high quality materials in hopes of gaining a following, but now that they established a name for themselves, they are churning out helmets faster than the I Love Lucy chocolate factory with suspect quality!
I suspect the shift away from snell could also be customer driven. Perhaps not iintentional but lots of intrest in recent years has been on weight.
It's easy to measure and somthing every review and website now publish and people compare the same at home. Size and aero are next most frequently discussed.
So a helmet mfgr would use ECE to get the lowest weight smallest size helmet as it demands less for impact energy which allows better numbers in the more easily measured metrics.