Scorpion ADX-2 helmet review - Flip Front adventure lid tested!

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  • Опубліковано 22 гру 2024

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  • @mikehatswell3961
    @mikehatswell3961 Рік тому +17

    I have the ADX1 and a Shoei neotec and to be honest considering the Shoei is more than twice the price, the Scorpion is a fabulous lid for a ADV style helmet, I would definitely recommend it.

  • @musica0184
    @musica0184 Місяць тому

    Just bought the Camino and wore it during my CBT course and I really love it ! Glad to make the choice. Thank you foe the video ✌️✌️

  • @sdefiel3719
    @sdefiel3719 Рік тому +4

    ... and since getting its DOT sticker it's coming to the U.S. in late February or early March as the EXO-AT960! The AT-950 (ADX-1?) fit fairly well, but I did notice that there was a wee bit of pressure on the forehead possibly similar to what MCM mentioned. For that reason I ordered a size larger for the 960. Let's see how that works out.
    Thanks for the heads-up,
    S

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for watching

    • @theamishhitman71
      @theamishhitman71 Рік тому +1

      how did the larger size work for u?

    • @sdefiel3719
      @sdefiel3719 Рік тому

      @@theamishhitman71 There is still some pressure on the forehead but is much less noticeable. The helmet is still quite new and not completely broken in. An adventure helmet should have plenty of room around the mouth for more extreme breathing while exerting yourself on the trails. The 960 doesn't seem to have that. In fact, my lower lip and chin sometime come in contact with the chin bar. It is a minor issue, but worth mentioning. All other features are fine. For the price it is a great helmet.
      S

  • @hartley383
    @hartley383 Рік тому +3

    I have the ADX-1 and also have Arais and Shoeis. I’ve been really impressed with the Scorpion helmet, as you say quality feels good and unlike my neotec2 the pinlock works without fail on this lid.
    Made me consider scorpion for my next tradional full face helmet.

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      Yes it did surprise me, the new ADF9000 looks good

  • @onthepegs
    @onthepegs Рік тому +8

    Owner here, (3 months daily riding). The paper thin peak vibrates like mad from 70km/h. When it is a windy day it is untolerable at 70, otherwise you can do short distances at 90 but not comfortably. Peak angle is wrong too. (manufacturer should take lessons from oneal mx helmet designers) Noise insulation is OKish (similar to AGV tourmodular). Taking the peak off: not easy at all, that little transparent plastic piece gets stuck on the threading of the screw. When it comes off and you drop it, you will loose it since it is transparent. Also the screw gets loose all the time. It will fog up even with pinlock below 15C and wet/humid weather. Not as much as other helmets but not enough airflow is directed onto the visor inside. The chin part touches your chin when closing it. Would give the helmet 3 stars out of 5.

    • @G-Loco
      @G-Loco Рік тому +3

      I can't drive with the peak, it vibraties so hard it shakes my helmet and my vision gets blurry. It's due to the windscreen, when I stand up it's fine. Flimsy design, thinking of reinforing it with epoxy

    • @onthepegs
      @onthepegs Рік тому +1

      @@G-Loco I was thinking of reinforcing it too with 3d printing. But don't have the time.

    • @G-Loco
      @G-Loco Рік тому

      @@onthepegs I feel you, propably a waste of time anyway. I just ride without it atm, helmet is great overall

    • @kikkomies
      @kikkomies Рік тому

      @@G-Loco I just bought this helmet and had my first test ride yesterday.
      I had the exactly same experience, the vibration starts around 65 kph and on 100 kph (60 mph) the whole bucket shakes like crazy.. and indeed if you stand up the vibration stops.
      I'll try to adjust my windscreen, first up and if that's not helping then down :)

    • @stewartmcmillan4427
      @stewartmcmillan4427 Рік тому +1

      I've used mine a couple of times....the peak is cheap and flimsy and vibrates like mad...in my opinion it's dangerous don't know how it's passed testing....waste of money

  • @teneretraveller8980
    @teneretraveller8980 Рік тому +2

    Good review.
    Everything I need to know and no flannel..
    Seems like a good lid at a good price.
    Safe, happy travels 👍

  • @joopkerlen8368
    @joopkerlen8368 Рік тому +3

    I am very pleased with this helmet. Only one thing. The screws: due to vibrations they can come loose. I lost one last summer riding on the highway 😡. So do ask for spare screws. Other solution is the use of “Loctite 243”

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the info, worth bearing in mind

    • @mikehatswell3961
      @mikehatswell3961 Рік тому

      The screws only work loose if you don’t seat the rubber washers right, assuming it’s the same as the earlier model you have to make sure the tab’s have gone into their respective holes

    • @joopkerlen8368
      @joopkerlen8368 Рік тому

      @@mikehatswell3961 even with the washers in Place you can loose a screw ( not only caused by vibration but most off all caused by using the modulair part (chin-bar). But again; you can secure the screws with a little “Loctite 243”.

  • @Ignas2fly
    @Ignas2fly Рік тому +2

    Yes the peak vibrates at about 70-80kmh, but when without high front screen, it is then perfect 🙂

    • @jege41
      @jege41 8 місяців тому

      To bad they didn't get the peak figured out as the ADX-1 vibrates too.

  • @AdyRider
    @AdyRider Рік тому +1

    Hi fella, just replaced my
    ADX 1 with an ADX 2 & also have an Exotech. I was fitting my cardo when your video popped up !
    I’m Very impressed with scorpion helmets.

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      Nice 👍

    • @j.g.7864
      @j.g.7864 Рік тому

      Adrian, how did the Cardo fit up? That is my one hold back on this helmet--limited spots to put a Cardo Packtalk

    • @AdyRider
      @AdyRider Рік тому

      @@j.g.7864
      Fiddly but fitted fine

  • @brianhanrahan6256
    @brianhanrahan6256 Рік тому

    The placement of the drop down shade visor switch seems like it would interfere with attaching aftermarket Bluetooth communication products like the Sena.

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      It’s far enough forward that it shouldn’t pose any problems for the Sena clamp on mount

  • @marksouthern4024
    @marksouthern4024 Рік тому

    Really helpful review at the right time for me. Bought the white version with the Bluetooth module. Thanks Tony.

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      Glad I could help

    • @johnb.3481
      @johnb.3481 Рік тому

      Just ordered the same. How do you like it? .. Im coming from a sedici helmet, but didnt want to spend shoei money.

    • @marksouthern4024
      @marksouthern4024 Рік тому

      @@johnb.3481 Comfortable, it doesn’t feel heavy. The sun visor does tend to dip down a little bit when it’s retracted, not much but noticeable. Other niggle is the Bluetooth module doesn’t works so well with the Triumph Bluetooth module, which I think is probably a triumph issue.

  • @ownyourworld
    @ownyourworld Рік тому

    That locking function is well handy

  • @ownyourworld
    @ownyourworld Рік тому

    I had an ls2 flip adventure lid but the screws would loosen themselves, one even fell out whilst out on a ride . So a word to the wise remove each screw and lock tight them so it doesn’t happen to you.

  • @swiss_2k
    @swiss_2k Рік тому

    I had a Scorpion exo 920 before and I was quite happy with it, so decided to say with Scorpion. But I really hate the peak vibrating and that there is a lot condensation on the visor even with pinlock.

  • @indierok
    @indierok Рік тому

    Long time user of the previous version of this helmet; in the market for a new lid but not a fan of the switch to quick release strap. Have they at least included a vestigial d-ring on the strap so it can be easily secured with an on-bike helmet lock?

  • @Exacerbate42
    @Exacerbate42 8 місяців тому

    There is a thick seam on the left and right of the inner lining that puts extreme pressure on the temples. After a short time I got a bad headache. I cut out this seam. Now he sits well. The pin-lock visor gets very foggy after a short time, so I have to keep opening the visor and wiping it clean with my finger. So I can see something.
    It could be that the visor that keeps fogging up is just my helmet. There is a thick plastic button on the inside of the chin section. In an accident your chin would break. Otherwise the helmet is comfortable and quiet. The umbrella on the forehead provides good protection from the low sun, but it wobbles back and forth. You also have to keep tightening the screws.
    Otherwise the helmet would be really good if there wasn't this thick plastic lump of ventilation mechanism on the inside of the chin section, which is very dangerous. Normally the chin part should be padded on the inside. But with this helmet everything is made of hard plastic, and there is also this hard nub from the ventilation mechanism. I can only advise against this helmet!

  • @russellborn515
    @russellborn515 Рік тому

    I've had a Scorpion modular for a few years, previous model I guess. Plenty of multi-day trips with it, no problems. Way better than the cheapo lid it replaced. I think they hit the sweet spot for price/quality, definitely a good value.

  • @rickparkinmoto
    @rickparkinmoto Рік тому

    I've been looking at getting a flip-up lid so I will try one of these on next time I pop down to my local Sportsbikeshop. Looks like a lot of helmet for the money.

  • @jege41
    @jege41 8 місяців тому

    I have the ADX-1so I am wondering if the fit will be the same, hate to have to pay for return shipping from Canada to the EU.
    The 960 is all we get here, no pin lock and D-ring chin strap

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  8 місяців тому

      I would assume its the same, but i cannot guarantee it, I've not worn the ADX-1

  • @mark-lj5dc
    @mark-lj5dc Рік тому

    good review - thanks

  • @mjp_adventures7582
    @mjp_adventures7582 Рік тому

    I got the very similar scoprion exo tech and really wanted to like the helmet...not least because I bought it for a very long (18 months!) overseas touring trip and it won't be easy to replace it. Reasons for purchasing it after an extended session at sportsbike shop Boston trying on every possible adventure/modular helmet in my size.. 1. It was lighter than my current elderly modular HJC; 2. The visor is huge giving superb viz. and comes with a pinlock 3. The sunvisor is optically excellent. 4. It felt like it would have excellent airflow for hot climes. 5. The flip over chin bar makes for an airy helmet when doing slow riding/off road/border crossings etc. However, after wearing it now for nearly 3 solid months every day on tarmac and dirt, it just feels cheap, creaky, and noisy, and I really don't think it will last another 6 months. The flip over mechanism is already graunchy, and the sunvisor slidebar mechanism no longer works, so I have to try and pull the sunvisor down manually with my fingers. The wind noise that comes through the modular side joints when the wind is coming from the side is awful and opens my cardo comms unit causing my partner to hear white noise. Honestly if I was back in the UK this helmet would have gone back and if I had to choose now I wouldn't get a modular at all but a simple light full face. BTW...really like the way you do gear reviews and not disagreeing with yours, just sharing my experience with similar scorpion👍

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      Thanks for the info very interesting. One of the drawbacks of thermoplastic helmets other than weight is that they are more flexible and as you say can be creaky. I've been trying the AGV Toumodular too with a review coming soon, and thats been excellent, probably my favourite modular helmet go far. The Schuberth E2 looks interesting too, but i've also struggled for fir with that brand.

    • @Ignas2fly
      @Ignas2fly Рік тому

      Hi, it is uncomparable. Exo-tech has absolutely different mechanism, and yeah to change the visor on exo-tech is really annoying and time consuming 🙂

    • @mjp_adventures7582
      @mjp_adventures7582 Рік тому

      @Ignas2fly As expected the visor is struggling now...the pinlock fell off mid ride a week or two ago 🤔 which was disconcerting! Am looking at alternatives but choices a bit limited in Swakopmund ... may just take visor off and buy goggles 🤣

  • @baz69er13
    @baz69er13 Рік тому

    Good review, I am looking at either this helmet or the caberg tourmax, I've had a caberg modular helmet before which was a very comfortable & long lasting one &
    not to mention the sharp high safety rating, do you know if this has been tested yet & how easy is it to remove the liner for cleaning?
    Also I've heard that the metal screws that hold the chin bar come loose & a lot of the websites mention to check the tightness regularly ......

  • @REDLEO17
    @REDLEO17 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for your detailed review. I also saw your Schuberth E2 review and wanted to ask if it was worth the higher price tag and which peak gave you fewer problems at high speeds. I am looking for a modular helmet with a peak since I do have problems with the sun, and tinted shields dont always do the job. Thank you

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  11 місяців тому

      The E2 is higher quality with a nicer finish, the peak has a little movement which seems to prevent any vibration radiating through the helmet. But you do need to get used to the peak moving when at speed

  • @youssefallali716
    @youssefallali716 7 місяців тому

    Can we use offroad helmet sunglasses with?

  • @1990-t1j
    @1990-t1j Рік тому

    Looks like you have a good peripheral view. I still like my Roof Boxer V8 more than any helmet I've seen.

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      Yep its pretty good, a solid but not remarkable helmet. The V8 is still available isnt it? I alwasy thought the release tabs look like ears when the chinbar if lifted back 😂

    • @1990-t1j
      @1990-t1j Рік тому

      @@mancavemoto Anewer version is avialble now with a different fastening system. I quite like the 'ears'. Looked like the Devil. If the helmet suits your head, it's a great one for hot climates.

  • @mojoridin
    @mojoridin Рік тому +2

    I have used the ADX-2 for a while now, and besides what you've said in your review, I would add that the PEAK isn't that great on these.
    It tend to vibrate and loosen if you use it on longer rides.
    I have to fasten the screws every 20 minutes on my rides.
    Other then that I like it, but it will not replace my Arai XD-4 Tour yet!

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      Thanks for the feedback, I didn't have any really noticeable peak vibration, but I guess that depends a lot on what your riding.

  • @aleksandarkanizaj
    @aleksandarkanizaj Рік тому

    Pretty convincing, seems like a good value for money. I could almost buy 2 of these for the price of my Schuberth E1. 🤔

  • @funnyfarm6136
    @funnyfarm6136 Рік тому

    I have one and for the price it is an excellent lid with a lot of features though a little weighty.

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому +2

      Yep pretty much my only negative

  • @nikoscosmos
    @nikoscosmos Рік тому

    Tony,
    what's the chin room like please?
    Thanks, Nick

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому +1

      Not bad Nick, not as roomy as some, but I had not problem with it, and that can be a issue for me sometimes

  • @JConTwoWheels
    @JConTwoWheels 2 місяці тому

    Ive got this lid, and the visor steams up especially when in rain. Anyway to combat this?

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  2 місяці тому

      Have you got a Pinlock fitted?

    • @JConTwoWheels
      @JConTwoWheels 2 місяці тому

      @@mancavemoto yeah got pinlock fitted. Visor steams up after 10 or so min of riding

  • @glennburton84
    @glennburton84 5 місяців тому

    Is the tinted visor light smoke or dark smoke that comes with it?

  • @FxRiderST
    @FxRiderST Рік тому

    Will the wind going to push the peek down at highway/motorway speed, say 70mph and up?

  • @Vyciunelis
    @Vyciunelis Рік тому

    Hi, I can’t find info on this one - can you wear it with mx goggles as let’s say the bell mx-9 adventure mips?
    Could you compare them?
    Thanks!

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому +1

      Hi, yes you could wear goggles, but you'd need to remove them when you want to lift the chin bar!

  • @pavloshysh1332
    @pavloshysh1332 Рік тому

    Is it coming with pin lock lense already attached to the visor? Thanks?

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      Pinlock in the box, but not prefitted to the visor

    • @pavloshysh1332
      @pavloshysh1332 Рік тому

      @@mancavemoto thanks, pal!

  • @davelawrence594
    @davelawrence594 Рік тому

    Awesome looking helmet & a great review of it too but may I please ask if the peak is set in one position or can it be moved into different positions ie higher up or lower down? 🤔Cheers Dave... 👌🏻👍🏻

    • @os6219
      @os6219 Рік тому +1

      Peak is one position only. Wobbles at higher speeds. Only downside of this helmet, besides being a bit noisy

    • @davelawrence594
      @davelawrence594 Рік тому

      @@os6219 Oh OK thats a shame as it looks a bit high up that's why I asked if it was adjustable? 🙄Thanks for replying very much appreciated & all the best Dave... 👌🏻👍🏻

    • @brianhill3603
      @brianhill3603 Рік тому +2

      I reckon it's that height to stop the visor hitting it when the chin bar is lifted, I have the adx-1 and am thinking about upgrading to the adx-2, nice lid.

  • @falestini1000
    @falestini1000 Рік тому

    Hallo zusammen
    Gib es Vibrationen durch Peak ?
    Ich habe Angst das dass Helm auf Autobahn sehr stark vibriert

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому +1

      Ich hatte keine übermäßigen Vibrationen, aber ich denke, es hängt davon ab, welches Fahrrad Sie fahren. Es wird für jeden eine andere Erfahrung sein

    • @falestini1000
      @falestini1000 Рік тому

      @@mancavemoto danke für ihre Antwort ich habe die Wahl und kann mich nicht entscheiden
      Arai Tour X4
      Scorpion adx2
      Shoei Hornet ADV
      Airoh Commander
      Ich fahre aprilia Caponord 1000 Adventure bike

  • @mickleblade
    @mickleblade Рік тому

    Will a clip on Bluetooth unit fit on the side? Such as a Cardo freecom

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому +1

      Yes it should do

    • @paulmc8459
      @paulmc8459 10 місяців тому

      I have seen adaptors that allow an aftermarket system fit the standard mounts.

  • @ifaysalkhan
    @ifaysalkhan Рік тому

    Any idea when it will be carbon fiber version or less weight version

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      The flip one no, but the new ADF9000 adventure helmet is meant to be lightweight

  • @DucatiDale
    @DucatiDale Рік тому

    Would you have it over the hornet or the tour I’ve got a gt air 2 atm and if I wanted one with a peak them 2 would be my first picks

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      Depends if you want a flip front or not I guess?

    • @DucatiDale
      @DucatiDale Рік тому

      @@mancavemoto not particularly 😂

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      @@DucatiDale 😂 sorry I didn’t mean you personally!

    • @DucatiDale
      @DucatiDale Рік тому

      @@mancavemoto flip front wouldn’t serve any purpose to me tbh feel I see enough with the visor up I know klim do the krios pro but all there stuffs made in china and ridiculously expensive for it I believe arai and Shoei are still made in Japan

    • @ItsBeenDanBefore
      @ItsBeenDanBefore Рік тому

      It's entirely a question of fit. You need to go to a shop and work with them to get the best fit for you, especially with Shoei or Arai as they can offer free padding customisation at point of sale. The flip front isn't really for seeing further ahead, it's primarily for being able to allow more airflow during a hot and slow day (IE whilst filtering in summer) or talking to someone, like I do with my Schuberth E1 at the petrol station or when I'm working with an IAM trainee. I would skip the Krios, it's a shocking helmet for the money, fits basically no one and is the same shell mould/design as a Uvex adventure helmet from over a decade ago

  • @Ignas2fly
    @Ignas2fly Рік тому

    Hi, it is Polycarbonate shell, not thermoplastic. It is plastic composite and it is more rigid, lighter and more expensive then thermoplastic. 🙂

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому +1

      Polycarbonate is a thermoplastic. 👍

    • @Ignas2fly
      @Ignas2fly Рік тому

      @@mancavemoto Hi, where I can find this info?

  • @steeltownbarbercompany9741
    @steeltownbarbercompany9741 Рік тому

    Loudest wind helmet I’ve ever owned sadly. Also, chin bar smacks you in the chin when down. Also, sunvisor comes down with bumps.

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      Sounds like its not a great fit for you...

    • @steeltownbarbercompany9741
      @steeltownbarbercompany9741 Рік тому

      @@mancavemoto I’m an L with all helmets and even tried the medium, wayyyy to tight. Maybe I just need better ear plugs and a smaller chin🤣

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      Ha, possibly 😂 there’s not much room in the chinbar admittedly, that’s a problem I have, but it didn’t touch.

  • @oodlesofnoodles4660
    @oodlesofnoodles4660 Рік тому

    Thanks for the review. Two questions if you don't mind.
    1. How much does the helmet weigh without the peak?
    2. Would anyone know if it fits into the "frunk" of a Honda NC 750X (without the peak, of course)?

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  Рік тому

      I think the weight they quote on the spec sheet is without the peak and pinlock? The peak itself is approx 100gm
      Question 2 I can’t answer for sure, but I would think without the peak it should be no problem

  • @paulcoverdale8312
    @paulcoverdale8312 Рік тому

    Nice little tip to Starwars storm troopers mouth piece.❤

  • @berndtauchmann5920
    @berndtauchmann5920 Рік тому

    Not only that the visor fogs up even with pinlock - specially in wet weather - also raindrops (only light rain!!) find their way inside soon comming from the visor above of the helmet (visor closed). This helmet isn`t suitable for long rides in the rain. And Scorpion is not willing to exchange the visor-seal.

    • @mjwoner
      @mjwoner Рік тому

      I was waiting for the Neotec 3 to replace my old one, and I was looking at the ADV2 as well. Your comment made me lean towards the Neotec 3 even more now. I think it would make me sad if I was riding in pouring rain and started seeing water inside the helmet.

  • @defeatyou
    @defeatyou Рік тому

    🖤

  • @SJK-ROW-K
    @SJK-ROW-K Рік тому

    Not many new helmet designs being released in 2023

  • @jacqueswolfaardt5481
    @jacqueswolfaardt5481 9 місяців тому

    see..... now you´made me buy one......

    • @mancavemoto
      @mancavemoto  9 місяців тому

      Ooops!

    • @jacqueswolfaardt5481
      @jacqueswolfaardt5481 9 місяців тому

      @@mancavemoto Your comments shave been spot-on thanks. Very imressed with the lid. Managed 5 hours in it today. My Touratech CARBON fibre lid will is super noisy and qulaity is horrid. Fingers crossed

  • @ruahinesrider
    @ruahinesrider Рік тому

    Flip top.

  • @Duke-of-Northants
    @Duke-of-Northants Рік тому

    £158 from Helmexpress

    • @Greggspies
      @Greggspies Рік тому

      Actually £186 plus 20 Euro shipping. better buying from UK

  • @jacqueswolfaardt5481
    @jacqueswolfaardt5481 6 місяців тому

    ....so after 500km and a few months, I sadly have to report back and an incredibly flawed design on this helmet. The locking mechnaism on the chin bar is held in place by a few flimsy plastic welded pins..... The smallest of impact is going to open this lid up. I did a clip on it to explain better but I will not wear the scorpion again. I have gone back to Scorpion as I beleive this helmet is not code complaint as claimed.
    ua-cam.com/video/GOM-U9JJ8Y4/v-deo.html