I run 2 helmets.....the commuting helmet is a HJC Rpha 91, the weekender is a NEXX X-Vilijord. (Which needs a clean!)

Nothing I try negates the peak vibrating on the NEXX at 'motorway' speeds. When I'm out for spin it doesn't bother me or matter, because I'm never in a rush, but it does become tiresome if I'm travelling cross country for work. Its a quality helmet, the only annoyance is that over time it scratches the top of it's own pinlock as you open & close the visor....which you really notice in the winter sun! Love the helmet!
The HJC oozes quality, is immensely comfortable, very quiet & doesn't suffer buffeting at all with my set up. So....its the workhorse for commutes! Great helmet!

 

I have the Rpha 90 and due to replace next year, was thinking about the 91 and intrigued by their claim that the new mechanism helps reduce drag/buffeting when in the up position - your thoughts?

 

Thank you Hood 👍

Just like you the peak slightly wobble.
You can choose 3 positions, high, medium and low.
The low is too low, it hinders the upper vision a little and vibrates a little more.
The amedium vibrates less, you can see it a little wobbling and this is the position I chose.
The high one is perhaps the best, it's the one where you can't see the peak...😄

Note that Schuberth said to have studied the aerodynamics of the peak in a wind tunnel. 🤭

 

I'm coming back to you to explain why I chose the Schuberth E2.

I have been using Schuberth helmets since the end of the 80s. At that time Schuberth manufactured helmets marketed under the BMW brand and since then I have almost only used helmets from this brand.

My other helmets are a C4 Pro and a Bell Jet.

The main quality of the E2 is silence and the main fault is the weight.

The installed sound system is excellent once properly adjusted.

I tried other brands like Shoei and Araï, known for their comfort, but I was disappointed.

Hood, how do you like your E2?

Here is some links (Dutch)

https://www.championhelmets.com/us/schuberth/e2/touring-adv/helmets.html

 

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Hood, how do you like your E2?
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So far I am really liking it but have only done about 300 miles in it to date.
Peak still vibrates but it is just slight especially in comparison to the E1. I had to remove it from the E1 as it annoyed me seeing it vibrate, never felt it, just annoyed the heck out of me. so far the E2 peak is tolerable, time will tell.

E2 is quieter than the E1, not that the E1 was noisy, just the E2 is even quieter.

Comms seem good so far, I never use them as comms as such, just for Android Auto really but it seems to pick up voice commands better than the E1 system did, also Hey Google now works again, that stopped working with the E1 coms after an android auto update but the SC2 comms in the E2 works

I did prefer the location of the mic on the E1 better than the boom on the E2 but that is just something that will take time to get used to.

 

Klim's carbon auto-tint modular. I'd buy another.

 

Alot depends on your head shape I think.

with my long narrow head, I find Nolan helmets the best fit and "some " HJC and "some AGV

but my Nolans are by far the best fit and comfort, quiet etc. Im not sure Id buy anything else now.

 

Alot depends on your head shape I think.

with my long narrow head, I find Nolan helmets the best fit and "some " HJC and "some AGV

but my Nolans are by far the best fit and comfort, quiet etc. Im not sure Id buy anything else now.

Lots of newer helmets can be adjusted via the inserts to fit different head shapes, the Schuberth E2 I just bought can, I have thicker cheek pads in mine but front, top and back ones are stock thickness.

 

Simpson Mod Bandit, I even have the unfortunate ability to state it holds up extremely well when thrown 30 ft into the air and impacting hard enough on asphalt to break your collar bone 4 times in a roll even when wearing level 2 Klim armor

 

Purchased a week ago, Schuberth C3 Pro modular helmet with new to me Cardo Packtalk Edge. Helmet comfortable, lightweight & quiet, middle of road cost. Digging this Cardo Bluetooth. Still learning it's strengths & weakness.

 

Mine will be arriving on Thursday as well! Pretty excited! I'm very happy with my Hornet x2, and didn't really need a replacement helmet just yet. Just I wanted a new helmet for double duty when I'm on the bagger or the ATAS.

 

Well I have just purchased a Schuberth E2 with the comms unit as there was a fairly good deal on it, should get it Thursday so here's hoping I like it

 

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Well I went with the neotec 2. I sure hope I like it!

 

Klim Krios Pro. The carbon fiber one because I have two spinal fusions in my neck and I was looking for light weight. Generally I like the helmet but it’s more round than oval so it has a pressure point just above my forehead. I’ll be looking for something else next time.

 

New Schuberth C3 Pro modular helmet owner. Lightweight, aerodynamic, good venting, decent price, 5yr warranty. Fit is comfortable snug which I'm not use to coming from 1/2 helmets on Harley Davidson touring models & a lower end modular helmet the last year.

 

Aria XD4. No complaints. Good fit, comfort and venting.

 

I wear a Shoei RF-1200. I bought it because it was the lightest helmet in Shoei's line. It fits tight, which is good, but it's also a warm helmet because it has only 3 small vents. I will probably buy another Shoei because they seem to fit me well.

 

I love my Nexx X.Wed 2. I live in Thailand so it gets VERY hot here and ventilation is important for me. Also I must have an built-in sun visor. Finally the helmet needs to be light weight, feel comfortable, be safe, and also have space for a coms system. This helmet ticks all of the above boxes at a reasonable price. I have the built-in Sena X-Com system which is placed so nicely that nothing bulky sticks out on the outside unlike other coms systems. Absolutely love it and yes, would buy it again!

 

AGV They're good value (less than Arai) and have a very easy visor change mechanism. Found out the hard way that a flip lid creates a weak point so personally, I stay away from them. AGV Helmets

 

I have a Shoei GT-Air 2 with the Sena SRL2 integrated Bluetooth headset and microphone. Before this I had the original GT-Air and an AraiGT Corsair. Overall I’ve preferred the Shoei. It’s a brilliant Bluetooth setup that I use with an iPhone mounted on the handler bar via a Quadlock. I’d only replace it with the new and just released GT-Air 3, or the Shoei Neotech 3. Only downside for me with the Neotec is the microphone boom when the chin part is flipped up, for good reasons.

it’s not integrated to the chin bar of the helmet. The reasons I love the GT-Air are:
1. Shoei proven high quality and standards.
2. Optional integrated Bluetooth headset made specifically for the lid.
3. Internal drop down sun visor.
4. Colour/graphics! - sometimes it’s as much about the look as it is the safety!

 

I love my AGV K6. It's very light, flows a ton of air, and is super comfy. I highly recommend it.

 

This! I thought I might be the only one but I love my AGV (edit- mine is actually a K3) I bought several other helmets but keep going back to the AGV. It’s light, has great visibility, cuts through the wind great, and has great ventilation. Oh and that inner visor!!!

 

Depending on how square or round your head is, you can't go wrong with an Arai XD4.

 

I have been using the Arai XD4 and while I like it, have been thinking of trying the Klim Krios Pro. Any good feedback anyone might offer? The XD4 is heavy and the shell looks huge on my medium sized head although I do love the visor.

 

Lots of positive votes regarding the Neotec 2.

Into the pile I'll throw in the Klim Krios Pro as a very good model to consider.

 

Neotec 2. Best helmet I've ever owned!

 

... heh, heh, ... that barely passes for a cyclist helmet these days.

 

Just don't get one of these