Best motorcycle helmet I have EVER WORN!! [First Fit - Shoei X-14]
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Hey Chase I am a first responder and we are in fact trained to look for a eqrs when we make contact with motorcycle accident victims
No point pulling the helmet if there isn't an airway problem or vomiting. Just tape that shit down the board, let the doc in the ER make the call.
@@PsychoSmart yeah no prob you might get sued because you didn't c spine in a high mechanism of injury accident... Do your job dude.
Jaredcs199 uhh you can maintain cspine just fine with a helmet on, some 3 inch tape and a couple rolled up sheets or towels.
I crashed Monday going 103 mph on a turn and was wearing the x14, I high sided and flipped hitting head first into my shoulder.
Literally. Nothing happened to me from me wearing the gear I wore. And that helmet, I indeed can say I'm going to be getting another one. Best helmet hands down.
Mello Saldivar-Anaya glad you made it out of that 👌
I like that you said...I will be getting another and didn't take the spill as time to quit riding!
From the paramedic perspective, we are trained that if the helmet fits well to leave it on and secure to the backboard accordingly. Visor removal is nice, but the check pads are going to be more for the emergency room to assist with removal without damaging the helmet more.
guy forks, we generally try to avoid additional jostling in the event of trauma. I would love training on this subject though! Also may effect that I'm in a state that doesn't have helmet laws (Illinois) which I find ridiculous...
guy forks, oh yeah life over limb. We also have ways to get an airway through a helmet. I appreciate the respect.
So do we LOL hit it with a tube and blade if that doesnt work i guess ill pull out the fail safe tube that regular EMT-B's use cant miss with that pump up on side listen if not hit the other side :O)
As an EMS professional , I can tell you, most of us do know how to safely remove helmets and use the emergency systems to assist in removal.
Yeah, no kidding. It's almost like there's something called training that medical professionals need. It's almost like you couldn't try to remove it without seeing the bright red and yellow markings.
This is what it feels like to wear a real helmet, Chase. You've been wearing icon and not used to shoei quality. Shoei is head and shoulders above icon. I've always worn shoei. This is my next lid. Currently sporting the matte black rf-1200. Love it but x-14 is just too sexy to resist.
I agree!
Jason C - Right there with ya on all points 😁
jason that because thier a look at me helmet plainly meant to look damm good be moderately comfortable and protect i agree that a shoei is a way better helmet quality wise but just doesnt have that style icon has and aesthetics are a big thing most people go off of not all but a good amount
Jason
i got one and you wont regret it man! its literally a rf1200 with a bit more airflow and customizations to the liner AND the looks haha
If you do high speeds this helmet is for you! So stable even when you turn your head at 130 I have no regrets on my x-14 :D
The Muscle Biker bro I have an iicon, one time I was doing like 110, mistakenly turned my head, it hurted like 4 fcking days lol
Jerry Pham really lol
that's your 1st mistake you bought an Icon product, Icon is like Junk of the Junk and stupid prices
chaotic/Silence really? That was my very first helmet. To me, as long as it is full face and protect your head, that's good enough bro
Jerry Pham no it isn't! When you're half deaf and suffer from Tinnitus you'd say otherwise! With all respect, man!
The glasses thing is common to all Shoei. I wear a Quest and it's exactly the same: suck putting the glasses on, but after that it's OK. It does seem to hold the glasses up off my nose just a bit, but that is actually helpful in compensating for any tuck.
That EQRS system actually helped when I wrecked. Incredibly safe and comfortable helmet.
I just bought this X14 (Marquez livery) couple days ago. Its worth every penny! So damn quiet from surrounding noise, and very comfort! It's also very stable at high speed (1.7 kg / 3.7ish pounds/lbs).
The only CONS I have, since it's a RACING helmet:
1. You DO spend more time&more effort in attaching/detaching the double D ring chin strap system (if you use it for daily commuting).
2. The visor sight is high (needed mostly for tuck-in position at high speed, I know), you need to gaze your head a bit lower should you need to look down (to your shoes/feet point).
It's a total new experience using this Shoei X14 if you came before from, let's say my Nolan N64.
Hi Chase Really glad I just found your review as I used mine for the first time today in the UK. As you probably know here its called the X Spirit 3 over here. I didnt go far on the bike wearing it but when I got back home I started to wonder whether I should have felt more cooling air than I did and whether it was made for us spectacle wearers. After searching on here for reviews you are the only one that seems to have answered both of these questions. Clearly where you are its always going to be a lot hotter than over here and funnily enough I found putting on my spectacles easier than you did so an answer to both of my questions then. Given its so comfortable and I have the Marquez Motegi 2 TC version which is a great paint job I think your review has made me realise that its worth persevering with and keeping. Thanks for your video and guidance.
Shoei and Icon aren't even in the same league. I bought an Icon Airmada and it was terrible, so I sent it back and tried on a Shoei RF-1200... It's the most comfortable helmet I've ever worn!
Agree and my glasses settled down pretty comfortable as hell.Nice job Shoei.
The icon airmada was fine on my bonneville. But once I got my EBR I noticed I was getting headaches and neckaches from trying to look up while tucked in. got the RF-1200... All my problems with the airmada disappeared.
Nice! We have been looking at those so this is super helpful! Great work as always.
I agree that the X-14 is top quality. Though I haven't really tried any other helmet from this, it definitely is comfortable, flows a ton of air, and at first, it was quite heavy, so my head would sway side to side on the highways, but I got used to it and it doesn't move much, if at all. The only gripe I'd have with this helmet would indeed be the glasses situation, where at first, when the lining was still stiff and not formed to my face just yet, the glasses were indeed a PITA to put on, but now it slips right in, but still conforms comfortably and securely. Good helmet choice, Chase!
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I just got mine in matte black with a dark smoke shield. Awsome looking helmet.
Love my x-14..super stable and excellent ventilation even at slower speed..got the gloss black even though I liked the look of the matte but was warned matte scratches easily.
I've got the RF-1200 and I love it. It's great. But dear lord does that profile look sick on the X-14. I don't think I would ever not wear a Shoei helmet, they're just super high quality, and I'd definitely look to the X-14 for my next one.
Hi what helmet would you prefer to use if you were commuting an hour on the freeway about 85mph average speed? I'm about to upgrade to a shoei helmet but I cannot decide between the rf 1200 or the X-14 lol
Finally... that's my helmet. I got the red marquez livery. Thanks chase
I have been using this helmet for the last 3 months and I really do like it. I bought this and a carbon fiber helmet and the weight distribution feels about the same even though this was just a few ounces heavier.
Thank you for making this video, chase! I just found my first nice helmet.
i have one of theses and its a great helmet period iv had it for about a 9 months now and still holds up
Great in-depth analysis of the Shoei X14!
I rock the matte black RF-1200 with prescription glasses and I love it.
OMG... Your facial expression (with sighing) when you were about to wear ICON VARIANT just cracked me up.... hahaha.. Thank you !!!
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it would of been good to test on R6 (sport position) and your street triple (city, upright position) to see the difference. Good video though!
love the sound effects when trying to put on the glasses
I have a X-12 Mark Marquez race replica and a X-14 Black with the Silver wings. I love the both.
Love my X-14, it was tight on the ears for the first few week, but thats probably because I transferred my Sena 20s the same day I bought the helmet. The helmet rides tight. Which is good and bad and doesn't loosen up too much either, but just enough to be comfortable after the break in period.
Had a rf1200. Wrecked but survived. The quality is above everything else, the safety rating is amazing. Fit and comfort above all else. Had an icon and returned it. If you want a helmet that can do it all and has a pinlock included. Go for that 1200 or x14. It will be worth it
It may comfort you to know that EQRS systems are explained in our local EMT courses during the motorcycle section, as well as the medical portion of firefighter 1. I'm sure it's relatively universal so we are indeed trained in that.
My Shoei X12 has lasted way too long; love it. Excellent quality.
Never had issues with ventilation, pinlock is great for rainy days. Interchangeable visors are handy on longer days. Would recommend thin metal arm glasses if anyone needs them as they'll flex easier.
Wouldn't say Shoei are only decent ones. I found my head changed shape; a rounder head might suit an Arai better.
I won't touch AGV again.
Awesome as always chase
ive had my shoei rf122 for 2 years now and swear by shoei. they are probably the best brand of helmets out there. my helmet goes on super easy and works perfect with my glasses
I had an icon airframe that i thought i liked, until it started falling apart and i bought a shoei rf-1200. The difference was astounding. Most comfortable helmet I've ever worn. never going back.
This video was well done, much better than the titanium gauntlet video lol. Good job dude!
I was unfortunate enough to try it in a High side crash. I ve landed head first but apart from a mild headache and some deasiness that was it! The shell is useless but that s the purpose of a helmet! I ve ordered a new X14 two days later. It is light an quiet as well. Worth every peny!
Why would you need to be protected from blue rays? Are there people on the sidewalk Hucking discs at motorcyclists?
Austin Grubbs Dude when I started riding they threw VHS at us... These modern day bluerays are nothing compared to them, but I am glad they found a solution for them.
at least blurays hurt less than laserdisc
Dude ... they throw disc ... scary times.
Yep. Been spending a lot of money on the top tier Shoei helmets for years now. Biggest things are comfort and slices through the wind at every angle.
as someone who works at a gear shop, it's pretty hilarious seeing people who are used to icon crapbuckets [sorry, they have nice graphics but that's about it :^) ] getting *properly fitted* for a shoei, arai, schuberth, etc... any premium brand for the first time
just ruins some people from ever going back to those plastic DOTbucket
i'm just surprised that it took ya so long to try one of these out
truth.
The worst thing I've done recently was try on a Shoei GT Air. It was so freaking comfortable that every other helmet feels like shit in compairison. So now I have to shell out $600 because I won't wear anything else.
Nick B I have an icon airmada and it’s not too bad once it gets broken into. I just wish they tinted the visor darker because you can see through it way to easily and it lets too much sun through.
Schuberth C3 Pro and Pista GP R are my favs. Have both and they are incredible
I have a Shoei GT air, first thing I noticed is it's louder than my old Bell RS1. I also think the Bell had better ventilationon for hot days, less fog in visor. I'm disappointed in my move to Shoei and will go back to Bell next helmet.
I have an X14 as well and also adore it; however, the default configuration is a bit loud! You might want to look into the "Shoei Whisper Kit" - it's available in the EU only, so you'd need to swoop one off of ebay, but it's made a night and day difference in helmet noise.
Best helmet for glasses, any of the arai ones. I use a chaser-v and my glasses just effortlessly slide on
Vortex generators in simple terms is bumps used on wings of aircrafts to reduce air friction.... To use it on helmets is extremely brilliant!!!!
Just to kinda add to the whole Vortex Generator thingymajiggy: They don't really help drag that massively or noticeably, what they really help with is wind noise and stability. You see when you're going over the ton with your helmet, the air just hammers against the visor and has to squeeze itself around. And the part where the airflow transitions from the visor to the actual helmet, there is a step and it suddendly has to do a 90° turn. That is where the constant rushing sound comes from which *will* eventually damage hearing.
There are multiple ways to combat this, Arai for example pulls the visor tight against the helmet upon closing which provides a really good seal but also makes the little step from visor to shell smaller. Everybody else on the other hand uses these vortex generators, Schuberth for example has been really successful with those, you can see the little nubbins on most of their visors (e.g.: Schuberth C3 which is widely considered the quietest helmet on the market).
They vortex generators break up the laminar airflow which in simple terms means it'll kinda toss it over the gap.
Many cars use this too, for example on the BMW E46 facelift models there are some on the side mirrors to combat wind noise. Some also have a little skirt at the front windows to again, sorta toss the air over the window.
A little continuation of my tangent about the mentioned stability for those who are still with me: You might've noticed how many of the race helmets are oddly stretched front to back, the X14 (X-Spirit III) kinda makes you look like an alien (The H.R. Gieger, not the Rossi kind). That is because our noggins are roughly cylindrical (Especially if you're Lego) and cylindrical objects inside a fluid will create turbulences on the side opposite to the one facing the flow. And the turbulences will create oscillations at the object are actually in a 90° angle to the flow (which sounds as unlogical as countersteering but it's true). And the further we can get away from a cylindrical shape, the lower the swinging and flinging of your head left to right which is why the X14 makes you look like an alien.
I just got an RF 1200. Love it! Quiet helmet most defiently. It's the red white and green helmet.
During my EMT course they mentioned the safety release helmet tabs and brought a helmet in to show us. I'm not sure if that experience is typical.
I am crazy happy with my X-Twelve. That X-Fourteen looked too easy for you to put on. Wish I could get the Transitions face shield for mine; only available with the X-Fourteen and RF-1200.
I switched from the Variant to the X-14 I must say it's an amazing helmet I have the Assail Color scheme which is a more than solid colors. If you have the money to spend go try it on and if you like and it fits great buy it!
Would u say the fit is similar to the variant?
I tried other icon helmets but the variant felt “meant to fit me”
Hope the x-14 is the same…
I have a Arai Corsair X I love it! It was $880
Hay Chase if you ever get the chance try a arai corsair rx7 I own 3 and have tried many helmets just fell in love with the fit and finish, thank you for review on the shoe I really appreciate it.
Hey, fellow riders or will be riders - let every EMT, firefighter, and Doctor who might come across a wreck, know about the quick pulls on helmets. I know other shoei helmets, and likely others have them as well. It could be the difference between someone ending up paralized.
My future father in law who's a firefighter, and a rider, didn't know about them until I showed him my helmet. (Rf 1200) he's since shared it with others across his city and its already potentially saved someone's life. Let's make it a common knowledge that's taught to all first responders!
Not sure if BOKEH or backdrop green screen :/ feeling confused until you went to get glasses to try on. Great video! Shoei ftw!
Chase, the HJC RPHA 11 actually has glasses cutouts in it off the shelf. A little cheaper than the Shoei, and still super high quality!
I had to get rid of my new-ish Shoei GT-Air that was purchased before I got glasses because they rise(they should be sitting lower) the same way as in your X-14. Purchased an Arai Corsair-X and problem is gone. Regardless, great helmet choice!
Chase check out the RPHA 11 Pro...super comfortable, only 3.2lbs...and awesome air flow as well...price is up there as well if you get the limited graphics editions like I did, but it comes with bother smoke and clear visors as well...good helmet...
it needs to pass the sharp testing because i crashed recently in a agv k5s i barley felt any impact when i hit the ground and slid 15 feet on the helmet and I hit the curb with the back of the helmet and it save my life!!!! all i need is it to pass that testing and feel good and not a lot of wind noise when i turn my head and buffeting
Excellent review ..... Well done
Chase, as I can tell by the video (I don't know but it seems) just make sure you fasten your helmet properly. When you wore the helmet you didn't put the chinstrap through the double D ring and when you were riding I could notice that. Maybe I'm wrong but just make sure of it otherwise the helmet can be useless. Like you mate, keep it up!
Guilherme Zogbi that was just for instance. in the riding shots you can see they are secured properly
That's a $1000 helmet here in Canada. You got the helmet and shield for less than a rf-1200 (with graphic) here.
Source: I work at a dealer
hey Chase, you should definitely do more product reviews. It would help all of us looking for gear from an unbiased youtuber
I own he shoei x14/xspirit3 helmet and it's an awesome looking and fitting helmet. Though the bell race star looks better. But the x14 is better for riding on streets, with cut out for Speakers. While the race star has no cut outs for speakers and are all in for racing.
So which one is better. Forgetting about the speakers
My favorite lid too. My friend has one and it's super super nice. Problem is it cost about $800 where I live. The RF-1200 is just as nice and quite reasonably priced.
I just bought the matte black x14 today. I'm currently 16 and get my license in June but I'm ready to go. Now that I have made this purchase, I just need to save a little more to buy my first bike... 2007 sv650.
i currently won the rf1200 and gt air. love em both. i know what im getting next yee
I used to have a shoei gt air. Too hot, to much noise, too much movement with wind...only confortable when I was not riding my bike.
Now I have a shark race-R pro, very good.
But I'm alway looking for a helmet that should be as confortable as my old bell m5x without the noise. The bell m5x is awesome....noisy and rustic but so light! You should try it!
PLEASE make a video on how to install a sena into the shoei x-14!
I know I'm late to the party, but congrats on the million subscribers!!!
I wear Ls2 arrow right now, great helmet. But, this damned sexy helmet just won't go off my mind. Definitely going to buy this thing soon.
I have a couple of things I'd like to add. I've been using an X-fourteen for the past year:
Wind noise: Very loud at highway speeds. It's recommended that you always wear earplug while riding, no matter what helmet you use. There is no special treatment for the X-14.
Glasses: There is a glasses cutout. It's tricky to get your glasses in, but they will not move once they're in.
Style: Plenty to choose from.
Everything else, Chase nailed. I''ll answer any questions you have!
I have a shoei helmet with the safe removal tging and here in germany the emergency meds that i talked to actually look for that when they see a motorcycle crash
Does a good job of avoiding misting up too.
chase you came a long way brother. I remember the time you and your girlfriend broke up. I've been here since the beginning and it's great to see that your about to be the first motovloger to hit 1M subs. 👍 Inspirational man you are!!
Greetings from Malaysia! Also came off from a Icon Variant but i have the ligthet euro spec xspirit 3... This is miles better than variant, much lighter, quieter, and aerodynamic. However i should add that the cheek vents arent that noticable, maybe because the other vents are all very good, but get moving above 70kmh and you're good.
Another thing is i don't know/want to attach my action cam because the helmet is just too nice!!
Too great of an helmet I hope it lasts!
thanks for a great video I just bought the new fat boy 114 and I was seriously thinking about buying the X 14
So my question is it make any sense to buy this helmet, and if not could any one recommend a good helmet for my bike ? Thank you very much for your time
thanks 4 keepin it real
Love my matte black X-fourteen
My current helmet is an Icon Airframe Pro Ghost Carbon with a smoked visor and it was 650. So $85 more for a Shoei X14 isn't bad.
Because you asked, these are some of my top priorities when looking for a helmet lol
#1: Safety for obvious reasons.
#2: Ventilation because it regularly gets over 110° in Vegas.
#3: Upper & side visibility especially when in a full tuck.
#4: Visor hinge and lock quality because there is nothing worse than buying a $1,300 AGV just to find out the visor doesn't stay up on it's own lol.
#5: Overall look because I'm a sucker for a bad ass looking helmet.
So far the X-Fourteen seems like it checks all the boxes and more, so I'm putting it at the top of my list for my new helmet. Looks like a solid buy and thanks for the review 👍
What about wind noise, all my helmets are equipped with Senas? Is it loud or quiet?
@@CBRFRENZIE It's not too bad on wind noise, I can hear my cardo just fine at normal speeds, and It gets drowned out at around 150mph. It's by far the quietest I've personally owned and is good for daily riding imo. But just for reference I have a cardo black with the 45mm speakers which are pretty loud so I can't say it'll be exactly the same with the Sena, but I can't imagine it being too much of a difference.
now i feel you should also try out the other shoei models like gt-air and nxr(rf1200)
Please test the HJC RPHA 11 next. The HJC 17 I have has been an awesome helmet for comfort, safety (smell&dot) and $.
Putting glasses on in any helmet sucks though.
Great reviews and keep on keep' en on Chase.
Gahd this helmet is gorgeous. I have a Neotec and it's great, but I'm jealous.
The less air friction is what allowed you to move your head around more with no pressure on your head/neck
Easy for you to say when it's in US dollars. With the dark visor thrown in it would be about $1200 approximately here.
+chaseontwowheels ooo YASSSS! I just bought this helmet today (Laverty edition)...they had to order it! Can't wait to try it out!
Dig the review and thank you for your opinion and observations. This really does help with my helmet choice. But, how do you like riding around Atlanta these days? A little less concerned for the helmet ventilation and a little more concerned for the ventilation of the bullet proof vest you have to wear? just curious. Kevlar doesn't stop rifle rounds BTW, make sure you have rifle plates. But, if those are ventilated, you got major problems. Good luck Atlanta.
Will you PLEASE do a helmet review on the Bell Star MIPS helmets?
Shoei's always worth the money
Watch shoei's crash test at Fortnine channel please......
i just watched it, and that was on a modular helmet, all will fail on the chinbar. so, shoei gets a solid pass and will be my first helmet when i get enough money to get a motorcycle.
Just bought a GT-air and is by far the best helmet i've ever had.
Try the bell race star flex DLX as your next lid. Just as magical of an experience
Rode up to 150mph and the X14 is the most steady helmet I've worn
Had a highside at around 80-100mph land face first no headache
Definitely worth the money
Hi, I was wondering where you got the dark shield from. I've noticed that the different shade shields that Shoei offers don't have the Vortex generators on the edges like the stock clear shield. Yours is the only dark shield I have seen that actually has them but haven't seen a different part number for it. Thanks Chase for the great video!
The one with the Vortex generators is called CWR-F.
I crashed off a cliff at 300+ mph.
My body died but my head luckily made it cuz I was wearing this helmet
11/10 recommend
Always wanted to try them, they always felt and looked like solid helmets.
bakerXderek cheeeeaaaaaa!👌
Very solid. Get one. You won't regret it. Well worth the money.
it's worth it to spend the money on a good helmet.
Just picked one up. First impression is mind blown...in a good way
Beautiful helmet.
The ends of arms on those safety glasses are bent in to grob onto your head, my perscription glasses have straight arms and as most glasses are like that it would be easyer to put them on with the helmet
I got that exact helmet x14 my only complaint is it’s loud .. lot of wind noise even with custom earplugs
As amazing as the helmet might be, no drop down sun visor is a deal breaker for me. At least for everyday use that is. Would make a great helmet for the track it seems
the chances of a medical pro knowing about the EQRS system are slim but as a first res ponder myself I think its good knowledge to have. But with this in mind I'm sure that will pop into my head on the next motorcycle wreck I go on and at least try to spread info about this system to other first responders, EMT's and Firefighters that i work with around the Atlanta area. also if you are riding in a group let at least one friend in the group know about this so they can tell them.
Do a review on the carbon spartan shark helmet and test it out on the highway i wanna know the wind resistance