MrK
2014-09-22 18:02:00 UTC
SDNerd
2014-09-22 18:29:00 UTC
Sarasota_Steve
2014-09-22 18:30:00 UTC
It is a poor choice of helmet for everyday street use. This is really a "race" helmet. It is pretty loud, more an artifact of their (IMO) excellent ventilation. I use them exclusively at the track, and then with hearing protection.
I can also say that in my experience they provide excellent protection as well (I've bounced one, or was it two ... ). I've been using them since the product was first available in the US, and use another Arai model for my everyday helmets.
Stupid Luke
2014-09-22 18:38:00 UTC
SDNerd
2014-09-22 19:33:00 UTC
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bic_bicknell
2014-09-22 19:45:00 UTC
Hotbrakes
2014-09-22 19:57:00 UTC
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fatbob
2014-09-22 20:14:00 UTC
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Skunksdad
2014-09-22 20:42:00 UTC
If you want a quiet helmet get a Schuberth , that's what I did and I can confirm its miles quieter than the RX and just as well made and I have used Arai's for years !
I am now using an S2 , yes its a bigger shell but its quiet which means a lot to me
If I could get the RX to be as quiet I would go back to it in a heartbeat as its the best helmet I have used its just to loud
bic_bicknell
2014-09-22 20:58:00 UTC
That stated, try to find a shop that has a larger selection, with staff that really take the time to ensure you have a proper fit. Related: I cannot comment to other brands in this regard, but there are ways to tailor the fit somewhat in Arais, as the interior components (soft foam) are available in different thicknesses. Arais (and now other brands) have an "emergency quick release" feature that allow the helmet to be removed in an emergency (assuming you are unable), without disturbing the head or spine in doing so.
A lot of folks I know swear by the RF series by Shoei, and in my experience it's decently quiet, and let's be honest, unless you really have the knack of swapping shields on an Arai, the Shoei system is much easier to use. The Arai RX-Qs that I prefer, work well for me, and is certainly quieter than the Corsair-V. I wouldn't think twice about using an RX-Q for track days either. Again, it's about fit - this helmet fits me. I've found some Shark models to be impressively quiet (but none that I could quite get the right fit from).
I can only advise anyone - that for anything but the shortest rides/commutes - to use some sort of hearing protection. This suggestion is regardless how quiet the helmet is. If it might seem inconvenient, wait until you learn how inconvenient deafness is up the road. The sound pressure levels from wind noise alone in even the quietest helmet, will cause hearing damage long term.
MrK
2014-09-22 21:59:00 UTC
Every time I try on a different helmet other than an Arai I think, "This is really uncomfortable!". I've had Arais for over twenty years now.
I know people say Shoeis are as good but when I was younger Shoeis were all bought by boring old men on touring bikes and for me the image will not go away.
81forest
2014-09-22 22:14:00 UTC
Aria Rebel first choice I think
SDNerd
2014-09-23 01:29:00 UTC
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HYPERMOTO
2014-09-23 01:37:00 UTC
In addition to several Arai's, I have a Shark RSR2 that is noticeably quieter than any of the Arai models I've used. They have since come out with an impressive selection of models with other various features, surely with equal if not better noise reducing properties.
SDNerd
2014-09-23 07:23:00 UTC
ventilation is great though , visors are a rip off , as are most bits for them.
I have an AGV GP tech which is much quieter , however I wouldn't recommend that either....
Would go for a scuberth as somebody else mentioned , really quiet comfy lid.
fatbob
2014-09-25 10:02:00 UTC
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