Simpson Ghost Bandit Helmet Review 12k miles later (Three Minute Thought)
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- Lets review the Simpson Ghost Bandit Motorcycle helmet and what my thoughts are after 12,000 miles on a motorcycle. I've owned this helmet for over a year and I want to give you my impressions on the Simpson Ghost Bandit helmet. There is something that might be a deal breaker for you. Simpson Ghost Bandit motorcycle helmet is sexy looking and I can tell you the look sold me. What would I change on the Simpson Ghost Bandit motorcycle helmet if I could do it over again? Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe.
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Thank you for getting to the point and giving an honest review. Live it, Friend !
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I've got probably about 20k miles on my Ghost Bandit and I have to say I agree with most everything you said, here's what I'll add/emphasize...
1) the Ghost Bandit is definitely the most badass helmets you can buy for the look. It just can't be beat for the aggressive styling.
2) The features of the helmet (drop down internal visor, pinlock, etc) are really nice, well thought out and function pretty well, not perfect but good enough.
3) The road noise is definitely an issue when riding more than an hour or two, but around town it's fine and I can hear my stereo (Road Glide) better so I do like that. For long road trips, I've decided I need a better, quieter helmet (Shoei) or maybe just install some ear plugs. So take that into account when you buy it, based on your riding style.
4) My biggest complaint is that the quality of the helmet just seems lacking for the price you pay... the trim gasket around the face opening and around the bottom opening that covers the edges of the shell just keep falling off and coming undone. It started coming off the face opening not long after I recieved that helmet and has always been an issue since I've owned it. I've had to epoxy that trim back onto the helmet on several occasions in different areas to the point where I've pretty much re-glued the entire trim of the helmet at this point.
Also, the styrofoam under the cheek pads has easily been broken/damaged/cut from re-installing the cheek pads after removing for headset install, washing pads, etc.
5) Overall, the helmet is a solid 8/10 for me...
Style -Looks BADASS! (10/10)
Funtions - pretty well (8/10)
Features (9/10)
Fits - very good (9/10)
Venting/Air flow (9/10)
Noise muffling - pretty damn noisy (6/10)
Quality control (6/10)
Durability (7/10)
*My recommendation: So overall I agree with this reveiwer and most reviews on it. I would say if you want a badass helmet that looks cool AF and has lots of good features AND you don't do lots of long distance riding, then you will be pretty happy with it.
If you're looking for a quiet, comfortable long-distance helmet that is well-made and will last for thousands of miles, then this is NOT the helmet for you; take a look at Shoei or similar.
Love this format. Everyone should do this
Like the vertical view... Wish it could be filmed in both... The helmet is a sharp looking helmet...pin locks for the win 💪🏻
Great review!!
Great video! Super sleek looking lid.
Glad you like it.
Really like the video view. Good job 👍🏾
Thank you! I appreciate ya!
Good review. I have the Mod Bandit, love it. The noise level is above average , 1=Loud and 10=Quiet, I give it a 6.5. The other issue which I don't think is a deal breaker, is the internal visor. It likes to creep down slightly, enough to see it.
I’ve been looking at possibly going to a MOD style setup. Thanks for the info. 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻
Great review. I’ve been wanting a Simpson but just haven’t been able to pull the trigger. 🤙🏾🔥
Thanks for watching my man. I appreciate you.
@@FullThrottleHOG right on fam!! stay safe!!
Much obliged 🤙
Just ordered the Mod Bandit an can't wait to get it (Being delivered today) I'm getting away from my LS2 which is a lil loud to me but I've always loved the bandit style
Nice! I hope you enjoy.
Great input
Thanks Nate. I appreciate you watching. 🤙🏻
Awesome review on the helmet Brother, I could deal with a little bit of wind noise as long as I know it would be cooler on those warmer day's, nicely done brother 💯👊🏼😎
Thanks man. I agree, having that airflow during summer is key. 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻
@@FullThrottleHOG yes sir, it is 💯👍🏼
As well ghost bandit Aurora reference, but have to go 1 size down since I’m M and listen to lost of reviews, but the S start a little snug then got fit on the right spot when breaks up. Might go with other variant in the future.
I just wear ear plugs. Gets rid of the wind noise and I have a 10R, never had a problem with hearing my music or comms really. But I've been looking at the Bell Star Flex, I heard great things.
I might give ear plugs a shot. Thanks for watching. 🤙🏻
Hey boss! can you possibly go over how you set up you’re go pro or give me tips. I have mine mounted in the same area with a j hook (dremeled it down for more tilt) and its still to low on my zx10r. i got the same mount made for the helmet as you.
HJC RPHA 11 Pro. Pros, lock in visor, not very loud, (but idk what loud is, due to my first full face helmet.) light weight, fits perfect. Cons, second click up on visor has a lot of play, EVO 20s sena cranked almost all the way up and can barely hear, but I can’t tell if it’s the pipes I have are loud or wind noise. Seems to be a mixture of both. Dark pinlock are rare and only come from 1 place in the world. Overall, I really do like the helmet, but I tried on an AGV K1 and it was extremely tight, but that’s about the only full faces I have tried on. But I was on an extreme budget at that time too. Only have had it for about a year and half.
Do you ever get scratches on your mirrored visor? If so, do you know how to remove them? I have scratches on mine & it seems like they came out of nowhere.
Sick I’m posting a Simpson helmet review on my channel soon.
Best to record horizontal for TH-cam
Good short n sweet review 🤙🏼
Nice! I’ll check it out.
Wind noise is less of an issue for me, mainly cause I can’t hear well (40 years of railroad noise), so I wear earbuds so I can hear my music and my passenger over the road noise. I just purchased some musicians in-ear monitors to go with the Sena 30K. Anxious to hear how they sound.
Let me know about the in-ear monitors. You might be on to something there.
@@FullThrottleHOG I need to adjust the size of the ear insert (3 sizes included), but first ride, they worked well. I usually have to reinsert one of the standard ear buds because it came loose when I put my helmet on, or hooked the write while zipping up my coat (meaning taking the helmet off again. A frustrating, and often repeated event). These sat comfortably and securely in place (wire over the ear design) and sounded great! They are the DCMEKA brand, model A09 Black. They were inexpensive for my test ($19 on Amazon). So far so good.
@@FullThrottleHOG best investment in gear you can buy. Reduced wind noise and wind fatigue. Sena / Comms unit only has to be used at 20%.
I love my Mod Bandit. It looks so bad ass especially with my chrome visor too. Bought mine about a year ago. Going from 20 years of wearing a half helmet the wind noise isn't that bad for me. I do wear earplugs on longer trips. Just so my ears aren't buzzing after a day of riding.
Heading to Apache Junction, AZ on Friday for 4 days of riding.
That buzzing can get unreal. Good call on the earplugs for longer trips. I will give that a try.
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Great video … wth helmet on .. is it like u hve blinders on your left /right view .. where u just see straight ahead . Or can u just move eyes side 2 side an get good view.. I hope u get what I’m saying .. been thinking about getting 1.. thnks 👍
I've not noticed any obstructions inside the helmet. I think you get a great view. IMO. Thanks for watching.
Nice review brother. Love the helmet.
But, but not a fan of this view. (I like watching ur videos on my big TV lol)🤘🏼
Thank you for the feedback. I always wondered what people preferred. Ride safe! 🤘
True to size?! What size fitted hat do you wear? I’m 7 3/8, would you suggest a large?
Hey Alex. I also wear a 7 3/8, sometimes a 7 1/4 smallest and the large fits me perfect.
Has anyone seen the loop earplugs that have been advertised recently ? They look like a metal ring.?
Hey Paul. I can't say that I have.
Where’s the link to the go pro Simpson mount? 🤔
Sorry about that. Here you go. ridetechmoto.com/products/simpson-ghost-mod-speed-bandit-camera-chin-mount
@@FullThrottleHOG Thanks! 🙂
Ruroc definitetly looks better, but their ceo literally said "our riders do our safety testing" 💀💀💀
Vertical View Syndrome..... there are some instances where it works, this isn't one of them.
Aspect ratio is ass
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