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Shoei RF-1400 | Full Review
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- Опубліковано 15 чер 2021
- Full review of the Shoei RF-1400
Let’s get right to the nitty gritty! The shell on the fourteen hundred boasts Shoei’s strongest, lightest, and most elastic shell resulting in optimal impact absorption. This is achieved by hand laid interwoven layers of fiberglass with lightweight organic and high performance fibers all a part of Shoei’s own unique Aim Plus multi ply matrix shell. That’s a mouthful! This shell was specifically designed to meet Snell M 2020 and DOT standards. The redesign of the shell also boasts impressive improvements in aerodynamics performance and reduces the forces placed on a rider’s head. The compact aerodynamic shell with integrated spoiler was developed and refined in Shoei’s own state of the art wind tunnel facility. So what’s the bottom line? The answer is a reduction in lift by six percent and a reduction in drag by four percent. This is really impressive because this new fourteen hundred is actually three ounces heavier than the twelve hundred, but the reduction in lift and drag make it feel lighter! Pretty awesome! We will talk about the three extra ounces more in a bit.
Still focusing on the exterior we also have an update to the intake and exhaust system. There are six different intake points, two at the chin, two at the forehead, and two on the upper sides. These vents were created using wind tunnel testing to optimize not only the vents location but the shape of the vent as well. The forehead vent has a bigger intake mouth which helps to increase the volume of incoming cool air that moves through channels in the EPS foam layers. The rear passive exhaust has been enlarged by almost fifty percent by taking advantage of the negative pressure suction at the rear of the helmet. I want to mention here that the new helmet has done away with the previous slide lever style switch on the intake and the exhaust by utilizing a more glove friendly switch at the forehead and getting rid of the rear switch altogether. This means the exhaust ports remains open at all times.
Time for the shield and there’s a boat load of features here too. This lid has what Shoei calls their CWR F Two Shield and Base Plate System which has been completely redesigned for quicker and smoother shield changes. If you want to remove the shield you will have to remove one side at a time. First open the shield all the way, then pull and hold this lever in, while holding the shield with the other hand pull towards the front of the helmet until the two tabs come out of their tracks and out pops the third. Repeat with the other side. To reinstall reverse the process carefully. Not too difficult once you get the hang of it. This shield also thwarts ninety nine percent of the suns damaging rays and if you look along the edge you will see these bumps which are pretty cool because they are actually vortex generators which are specifically designed and located here to reduce air friction. Nice nubs. The shield also has a new center locking mechanism with patented spring loaded technology that ensures it will keep wind and water out aided by the new window seal. I felt that this push button system was a little tricky at first but became fairly easy to operate after a few times with or without my gloves on. Back to the base plates which are completely redesigned. They produce solid detents as you raise and lower the shield, your field of view and peripheral vision has been increased and there is a new “first position” opening for advanced venting and defogging. Opening the shield all the way also gives you the option to fine tune your shield’s seal by adjusting this lever mechanism up or down. The pinlock evo fog resistant system is also ten percent larger for improved lateral vision while using the insert.
Right off the bat we have the plush Three D Max Dry Interior System Two. This padding has been three dimensionally shaped to match the contours of the rider’s head and provide a more secure hold. The cheek pads are multi layered and have more volume for greater comfort and reduced wind noise. They also absorb and dissipate sweat two times faster than nylon. Fully removable and washable, you also have options for different sizes to get your fit just the way you want it. Tucked into the ear recesses they have removable pods just for your speakers. The fourteen hundred also comes equipped with the Emergency Quick Release System or EQRS which is a big help to EMS respoders in the case of an accident.
Moving further inside, there is a dual layer multi density EPS liner. It's been designed for enhanced energy and impact absorption by using varying densities of foam. In between these layers is the cooling air channels mentioned earlier that help maximize air flow in the front and out the rear. The precise placement of the foam liner is what helps to yield a more compact and lightweight design and they have even added extra foam on the lateral sides of the helmet which make it safer but weigh three ounces more.
Cheers, " Pull towards the front of the helmet ", great advice, a change from Shoeis previous RF helmets. Was trying to work out the difference without stressing it...
Excellent! I hope this year is a great year of riding for you, be safe!
Well done review and production quality!
Thanks a lot! We appreciate it!
Great review! Well done.
Thanks! I appreciate it!
Good review thank you
Thank you!!!
About as thorough of a review as one could ask for, excellent. I need a new lid as my 10yr old Icon Airmada has seen better days and this helmet is just screaming at me. I've never dropped that much on a helmet before but at the same time I've always been slightly disappointed with the cheaper ones (this would be my 5th). If more money means better protection and features, so be it.
I can't imagine you being disappointed with this upgrade, unless there is some kind of head shape/fit issue. It is an amazing helmet and I think you are going to love it...if you do pull the trigger. Thanks for the comment, good luck and be safe!
@@cyclegearguide1493 Thanks for the reply but the wife seen the price and shot that idea down like john wick playing duck hunt. I'm looking at the Scorpion R1 air now at half the price. Still enjoyed the review!
Just bought this same helmet, same colors. Its on sale,joined rpm got an extra 15 bucks. Stepped up from a scorpion r420.Photochromatic shield an im going to call it a day. Hope i nvr need it.
Hey man. Great breakdown. I love the level of detail.
I have an RF-1400 in size 3XL, and I really need the optional thicker interior liner. Shoei customer support tells me I have to get it from a dealer, but my local dealers are telling me it's out of stock and not available to order. I haven't found it for sale on the internet, and I get the sense that most web sellers don't understand the part or never added it to their catalog.
Do you know who can order this part for me? I think the PN is simply "XXL9".
If not, what am I supposed to do? I bought one of the finest, most expensive helmets on the market and I'm feeling like I made a mistake because Shoei is not supporting the product.
WOA always thought I was the only one with that big of a dome. 25.5in or 65CM
Why would they not put the chin curtain on this helmet? Or the pin lock? Also on the pin lock it says not to use at night why?
I was hoping to pick up a large orange/black Prologue, but it is shown as "Sold Out" everywhere. Does this mean I'm 6 months too late or will Shoei be making more of these that are sold out now.
I wish I knew the answer to that question. You might try and reach out to Shoei and ask them directly. If I hear anything I will pass it on to you. Good luck, be safe!
@@cyclegearguide1493 Thanks for your reply. I did contact the Shoei rep, and got the typical vague answer. He said that color is still active at the factory and to contact a dealer to see if they can order one. It is my experience that all helmet manufacturers make just one run of any helmet and when it's sold out, that's it. To bad, this helmet was sold out so fast. Maybe they will make more but not holding my breath.
@@scotthartley5386 Thanks for the info! I guess when it comes to helmets it’s first come first serve, I’ll keep that in mind!
What style of rider is this helmet aimed at? Touring, cruiser sports bikers.
I have the Shoei GT Air and love it. I'd consider the 1400 but I'd really miss the sun viser
The 1400 will obviously be a great helmet for any type of rider but in my opinion it leans a bit towards the sport/touring riders. Do you have the GT-Air II or the first gen helmet? If you are looking for your next helmet with the 1400 or Air-II as the options I think you should consider your riding style and determine how much the helmets overall weight is a factor. The GT-Air II would be my choice for touring/cruiser style riding simply because of the integration of the coms system and the lengthened sun shield. I would even go so far as to order both and try them on and see which one you prefer and send the other back. Overall, either Shoei will not disappoint. I hope this helps , best of luck and be safe!
@@cyclegearguide1493 hi, I have the Shoei GT Air and not the GT Air ll. I'm a cruiser rider. I will consider the air ll as you suggested. Thank you for getting back to me
@@danthechippie4439 you’re welcome! Thanks for reaching out, enjoy the ride!!!
@@danthechippie4439 Being that you are on a cruiser, you may also want to take a look at the Shoei Neotec as one of your options.
@@Thomas-qn4hj I was also looking at the Shoei cruiser, can't remember the full name but it's the one that's a 3/4 helmet with front full face viser and drop down sun viser
cut outs for glasses?
Does the Transitions visor fit this helmet?
Great question!!! So, Shoei had said that they were going to have a transition visor available for the RF1400 by April or May 2021. Unfortunately, there is not one available to purchase yet and with the visor mechanism updates from the previous helmet I would guess that the RF1200 doesn't fit at all. It is quite disappointing that this is not available yet and I will keep an eye out for any news. Thanks again, be safe!
@@cyclegearguide1493 It is available now
Should have taken some close up shots of the helmet
Good point! I hate that I didn't, it's a beautiful helmet! I'll make sure I do in the future.
Im sure its better helmet than the previous model. but I think the older designs were better
I think it would be interesting to see their process on deciding what new designs actually make it to the finished product. Thanks for the comment and be safe!