Airoh Commander - Brutally Honest Review - Long Term!

Will I buy it again?
In this video, I will be brutally honest and I will tell you what I think about this motorcycle helmet. Keep in mind that I bought it in December last year.
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  • @grzegorzuba953
    @grzegorzuba9532 жыл бұрын

    I have the same halmet for 7 months, and it is like new. I think it's great. One diference is that you use it every day, and I use it almost every weekend. ;)

  • @user-nc9ky1ig4s
    @user-nc9ky1ig4s2 жыл бұрын

    I wanted to buy this helmet, but now I won't. Thanks for the honest review. What will the next helmet be?

  • @brucekendall52
    @brucekendall522 жыл бұрын

    Instead of the usual Dot and other marks of quality the helmet mnf's should introduce the "Pavlin" test of quality :)

  • @Elysian_Angel_
    @Elysian_Angel_2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this review: it’s always nice to see/hear authentic and honest opinions from people with experience 🙂

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure!

  • @TheWizardOfTheFens
    @TheWizardOfTheFens2 жыл бұрын

    Just a point: Pavlin uses the helmet everyday and for long days, so when he says “seven months wear” that’s exactly what you get. For those who ride “occasionally” and never during the winter (there are THOUSANDS of those!) owning a helmet for seven months isn’t the same - it probably gets about a week of wear during that time. So…..you pay your money you make your choice. By the way - I don’t own one of these lids and now never will. Great review.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    True! I use it a lot. Thanks for taking the time!

  • @waldemargorecki3387
    @waldemargorecki33872 жыл бұрын

    Finally, an honest opinion about this helmet!

  • @kaykay8686
    @kaykay86862 жыл бұрын

    Great, honest review! All motorcycle helmet review videos should be done like this.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that!

  • @nazarreyaz7882
    @nazarreyaz78822 жыл бұрын

    A no-nonsence honest review of the helmet. Was considering this helmet but will look for your next choice to finally decide. Another great video by the Maestro

  • @benfarmer1415

    @benfarmer1415

    2 жыл бұрын

    It’s a brilliant lid

  • @NZ2STROKE

    @NZ2STROKE

    2 жыл бұрын

    I got the same helmet and its one of the best I have ever had

  • @SvetoslavKostadinov
    @SvetoslavKostadinov2 жыл бұрын

    Nice and honest review of the helmet. I am still with my Arai Debut.

  • @georgesmith-yl6dl
    @georgesmith-yl6dl2 жыл бұрын

    I wear a head sock, keeps the helmet clean inside. Nice vids Pavlin.

  • @kimmoreimes4041
    @kimmoreimes40412 жыл бұрын

    About a year ago I bought this helmet from an on-line store. The build quality felt solid and lightweight, but it was absolutely too small for my head. Size XL was like a medium or large at best, so I sent it back for a refund. After seeing this review I'm happy I did, saved me from allot of grief (And money, in the long run).

  • @teneretraveller8980
    @teneretraveller89802 жыл бұрын

    Good review as always. Safe travels.

  • @johnjamesc123
    @johnjamesc1232 жыл бұрын

    Folks buy the best helmet you can afford. I see so many people with €200 helmet but €800 aftermarket exhausts, wrong priorities... I have never owned a good 'cheap' helmet. At the end of the day you're compromising your safety and riding pleasure. You only have one life, so keep your head in a safe place!

  • @noideafilm

    @noideafilm

    2 жыл бұрын

    yet and luckily 200 or 800 € is not about safety any more, the 90s are over. it's about warranty, fitting, comfort, equipment, durabilty and in the best case noise

  • @AmaNotaGogo
    @AmaNotaGogo2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the information Pavlin

  • @stefangeernaert1970
    @stefangeernaert19702 жыл бұрын

    Hey I am very satisfied with my Nolan .... fits well and after years of use it still looks excellent!

  • @rolandcarlile9568
    @rolandcarlile95682 жыл бұрын

    Hi Pavlin I to bought one after your first review on this helmet months back. I wear mine every day to work, 1.5 hour commute. Yours as you ride all day on trips ,take a hard life for a helmet . Average 3 years use in 6 months ,a good test for one.Im very pleased overall with it ,only gripe was the peak vibration, creaking,just mins ago I took the side pods out and 1 screw not tight,hopefully be ok now and used a threadlock on it, hopefully last another year or so. Thanks for posting up and be interesting to see what you use next. R

  • @ezlivin1454

    @ezlivin1454

    2 жыл бұрын

    Some threadlocks destroy plastic. Keep an i on those screws if they aren’t metal.

  • @leonwaldman3081
    @leonwaldman30812 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Pavlin for this great review! It's a big difference between brand new helmet review vs. long term review. Anyways, this helmet did the most important thing that it should do - saved your head from severe injury during heavy road incident! Just for this it already deserves few stars :-) Looking forward to know which helmet will you choose next. Safe ride!

  • @flippy66

    @flippy66

    10 ай бұрын

    Any helmet is going to do that, and suvivorship bias is no reason for anything.

  • @U-Have-Fun-2

    @U-Have-Fun-2

    8 ай бұрын

    Not true I have a cheap O,Neil Serra 2 that’ does 400km per week off road adventures , it’s 3 years old and still has nothing at all wrong with it . A vine got court around my visor at 60 Km per hour and it didn,t break the visor ,it stopped me & the bike weighting over 280 kg in total, quality Is quality . @@flippy66

  • @ConstantinDendrinos
    @ConstantinDendrinos2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this review. I was considering buying this helmet and i always had in the back side of my head there is something wrong about it. Just by holding it. But your review helped me become clear and make my decision.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @nmitrev
    @nmitrev2 жыл бұрын

    I can say the same words for Icon Alliance GT - its was my first helmet in my live and for less then an year few plastic in the helmet broken it self. I didn`t crash and never drop it to the ground. for a 5000km riding (one season). Now i use AGV k5 and i have 41000km (for 3 years) and the helmet stay like brand new. But i have 1 summer Icon glove and 1 winter they are perfect for now.

  • @tomekmachalowski7443
    @tomekmachalowski74432 жыл бұрын

    Not about the helmet… I just realized we may be missing the healthy sound of your bike in the background when this one is gone. It did become integral part of your videos over time. ❤️👍

  • @dadi5075
    @dadi50752 жыл бұрын

    Great and very clear review!! I was consider buying it and I will look for alternative adventure helmet now!

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @DouweBuruma
    @DouweBuruma2 жыл бұрын

    I almost bought this helmet, glad I didn’t. Thank you for your honest review.

  • @SeizetheRoad
    @SeizetheRoad2 жыл бұрын

    I thought about this helmet very seriously, but after this movie I have even more serious doubts if it is a good choice;) Thanks Pavlin!

  • @ger13nunyah56
    @ger13nunyah562 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 🙏🏽 for sharing my Man

  • 2 жыл бұрын

    Great review. Thank you so much!

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @ourspanishadventures
    @ourspanishadventures2 жыл бұрын

    Very good review thanks for the information it has helped me make a decision on my next helmet. Nolan for sure.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @nateryan7041
    @nateryan7041 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent review I nearly bought one today but I will be avoiding it if that's the case !!

  • @aimenalwan
    @aimenalwan2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for detailed review. Shame this helmet didn’t deliver the quality you’ve expected. ’m definitely sticking to my trusty Arai and Shoei helmets.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Fair enough!

  • @sorin.n
    @sorin.n2 жыл бұрын

    I lost a screw and the big plastic washer that keeps the visor on, after 3 months. I have done some in a leathe out of aluminium - works perfectly since then. I also used locktite on the screws inside that drop the tinted visor as they were kida lose. Also don't try to screw them tight as the plastic will break. Use some glue-gun for the back part that falls off. Also the leather cracked, in my case, after 1 year in the same places. Some minor cracks also developed on the visor where the pinlock shall be mounted. Overall I would give it an 8 out of 10. A little bit noisy too.

  • @africarie
    @africarie2 жыл бұрын

    I bought a Caberg Tourmax helmet last year in similar price category. I have not run many km's yet but expect similar cons. Pros though are for me: comfort(it fits MY head), system-enduro helmet, integrated sunglass and pin-lock shield. Already I noticed the loose peak as you did but I removed it on longer high way trips and then it is fine. Price/quality so far is very good. Next year I will put it to the test on a roadtrip on my XT660ZA

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @noideafilm
    @noideafilm2 жыл бұрын

    Wearing an Airoh Commander Carbon Size XL in the 2nd year now. when I bought the helmet spring 2020 I tried a lot of helmets. Other than the Airoh Commander (light, good ventilation, comfy, in parts mediocre build quality, unique go-pro-clipper) I tried Arai Tour-X 4 (comfy as a couch, quite heavy, sits far too deep, I need more conehead), both Touratech Helmets (my head is obviously crooked), Klim Krios Pro & Karbon (nice fit, light, cheap visor, cheap build quality, far too expensive), AGV AX-9 (yes I have a nose), Nishua Enduro Carbon (cheap feel, light, not comfy, loud) I do share most of your experience, but have a totally different conclusion: Thats why I will start with the most important fact (besides overall safety) of a helmet for me: Fitting/Comfort. I think one the most important things in keeping fit, awake and concentrated for the whole ride... - after changing the cheeck-pads to the XXL Version this was by far the most perfect fitting helmet for my head. Therefor the Airoh was my only real option, although I could have spend more time in tuning an Arai at the dealer. They offer a lot of customizing options with all paddings, which then will take you in completely different pricing-spheres well above 800 €. As well I agree with you on comfort, noise, overall design, I am a bit ambivalent about the Visor: Very nice handling, good low-open-position, but not as fog-safe as you experience from Arai Shoei or Shubert Helmets at all. Negatives - in my eyes too - are all in relation to the build quality of the helmet. I have the same problem with the back-sides of the padding-covers, more on one side than the other, but it will come out each time I take the helmet of. I haven't had any problems with the durability/decay of them or the sun-visor, but I don't ride half as much miles as you do and I am quite carefull where I lay my helmet down. (Have had an ant-incident some years ago) So my final conclusion is, that the Commander is a not very well made but overall good helmet. But it's light, comfy, quite silent and good ventilated budget touring helmet. It's far cheaper than anything as light and comfy. If it fits you like no other, go for it. Will I buy it again? If there are no new models that fit my crooked head as good or even better? YES.

  • @daryldaryl913

    @daryldaryl913

    19 күн бұрын

    I tried this helmet and it fit the best out of all.

  • @TheAsiSu
    @TheAsiSu2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your opinion

  • @cezarygasiewski2934
    @cezarygasiewski29342 жыл бұрын

    to secure the clipping in this helmet, insert some rubber between it and the interior, works very well.

  • @christovonlimbo
    @christovonlimbo2 жыл бұрын

    You helped me indeed, thanks!

  • @ioandragulescu6063
    @ioandragulescu60632 жыл бұрын

    I had my RPHA 70 for more than 2 years and a half now (about 25k kms) and that helmet was about 100-150 euros more expensive (judging by online prices) but I have absolutely no issues with it. The padding for example, looks perfectly fine even after 3 or so washes. The only wear and tear things I see is the embossed silver HJC logo fading a bit and some scratches on the visor where the retention mechanism is, from raising and lowering it. When a product has a low price, things need to be cut from somewhere ....And, I don't think smashing a helmet to see the result is a good measurement of its protection. A modern helmet is primarily supposed to dissipate the impact forces, not be strong while the "contents" inside get to be marmelade :)

  • @mattman3495
    @mattman34952 жыл бұрын

    I think you helped more than one person.

  • @itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449
    @itsallabouttheridekeepingi44492 жыл бұрын

    I had one , had an accident with it on , I received a head injury which ended in brain 🧠 surgery. The raised part on the back of the helmet ⛑ ( the base ) we’re a say neck brace would sit on - that’s the part that hit a log after I got thrown off , in my opinion it’s a sharp edge that’s DANGEROUS. I will be using a complete round helmet next like the Arai XD4

  • @wacky2468
    @wacky24682 жыл бұрын

    I was looking at your previous review and had in mind your opinion. I found great price for this helmet 180chf (approx 170eur) in such price range I still consider this helmet as a great choice. It has its pros and cons, but guys look at the arai or shoei prices... this is very reasonable piece of equipment for the price that you can have now.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @halilozilice9604
    @halilozilice9604 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for video, it helped me to make decision

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @gbbluemonday
    @gbbluemonday2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you again. It seems this helmet might be very good for someone who doesn´t ride nearly as much as you do. I mean.. you ride a lot =) Cheers!

  • @norokelt
    @norokelt2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! It was really worth to watch it, and your review helped me in my decision, I ain't gonna buy it. The quality after such a short time is really horrifying, and that's exaclty the kind of thing that would irritate me. So yeah, thanks.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @BlackUnitAdventureSport
    @BlackUnitAdventureSport17 күн бұрын

    Thanks for the Review

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    16 күн бұрын

    Any time!

  • @Mac-bn
    @Mac-bn Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the review, i buy your ideas on the helmet,

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to help!

  • @philiplaurell1163
    @philiplaurell1163 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Very helpful. Not getting this helmet. I was seriously considering it and it's 400 Euro in my country. That would have been a waste. Sticking with my X-Lite this season out.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @johnny69rwood
    @johnny69rwood11 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing

  • @csmanul
    @csmanul Жыл бұрын

    good review, thanks.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @rationalityfirst
    @rationalityfirst2 жыл бұрын

    Replaced the lining on my Nolan N90 that has about 10 years, feels like new. Bought it for about 150 euros at that time, Pinlock included. Sure, Nolan is not a luxury brand like Shoei, but it does the job.

  • @josephxanthopoulos
    @josephxanthopoulos9 ай бұрын

    Great review. You save me money my friend !!!!!

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    9 ай бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @josephxanthopoulos

    @josephxanthopoulos

    9 ай бұрын

    I decide to go straight to Arai tour 4 and not think how much cost my head......

  • @SamiNami
    @SamiNami2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the info. Will avoid this helmet. Currently have a Schubert helmet, been used almost daily for 1 year now and still in good condition. It was expensive tho.

  • @user-qn2zt5td2x
    @user-qn2zt5td2x6 ай бұрын

    A good honest review. Your comments have helped me to decide not to buy, even though, to look at, it is the nicest design.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @David_Drills
    @David_Drills2 жыл бұрын

    I really like and enjoy your helmets reviews, very illuminating. After all these years of motorcycling and helmets tried, is there any dual sport helmet will you suggest? I am struggling trying to find the good compromise between a silent and good helmet, yes dual sport but more street oriented. Thank you for your time and keep up the great work!

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, will do!

  • @chewylandlive
    @chewylandlive2 жыл бұрын

    Good, very good. Honesty. Cheers from Nesebar….

  • @marjantas
    @marjantas Жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I was about to get one the same.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    Жыл бұрын

    Any time!

  • @janmiskanin858
    @janmiskanin858 Жыл бұрын

    you just saved my money :D, many thanks

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @shuben6020
    @shuben60202 жыл бұрын

    I have this helmet now for 3 years. The only thing I can confirm from my side is the cracking artificial leather padding after about one year. The losing screws for the beak i fixed once with light loctide

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @623dnb
    @623dnb2 жыл бұрын

    Good helmet for this price .

  • @garethbrown4798
    @garethbrown47988 ай бұрын

    thanks for the video

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    8 ай бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @alexxela754
    @alexxela7542 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for review. Sad the quality is bad because the helmet looks so good.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @silfear1
    @silfear12 жыл бұрын

    I have same helmet. I was so annoyed by wind noise from peak that I just removed it. I have same problem with the padding behind the neck. Its always out :D. I'm soooooo looking for your crash testing. It will be good to see what I have on my head in terms of safety :-)

  • @BladeRicsi
    @BladeRicsi2 жыл бұрын

    Over the years i owned a few helmets, my personal favorite was the uvex helix 750, too bad that uvex not fabricate motorcycle helmet anymore. Now i have a cheaper nolan, and it is remarkable good.

  • @lyubengeorgiev1751

    @lyubengeorgiev1751

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same here...I really miss the UVEX helmets - very good quality and extremely comfortable at the same time.

  • @knorke3642
    @knorke36422 жыл бұрын

    I actually bought the helmet because of your review. But since I don´t rack up even a quarter of your milage, I kinda hope, my helmet will last at least four times as long as yours. :D

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hope you enjoy it!

  • @mtscott
    @mtscott2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. What make is your GoPro Mount and is it good or bad?

  • @paulhugo1623
    @paulhugo16232 жыл бұрын

    I live in a tropical country. Sweat destroys the lining, pads and strap rivets. The more the liner/pads are washed, the faster they degrade. For safety, they need changing every 18 months maximum.

  • @SandraOrtmann1976
    @SandraOrtmann19762 жыл бұрын

    I bought a middle-class helmet around every 3-4 years. Then they were worn down, the padding broke down. My husband got himself a Shoei 5 years ago. It is still in perfect condition. So I decided to get one, too (also, it fits my head perfectly). Now I am curious if this expensive lid lasts longer than its predeccessors...

  • @noideafilm

    @noideafilm

    2 жыл бұрын

    fit, I think, is the most important criteria when going for a new helmet.

  • @SandraOrtmann1976

    @SandraOrtmann1976

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@noideafilm Yes, that is right. One shop absolutely tried to sell me a Schuberth. I tried Schuberth several times, and my head just doesn't want to grow into a shape that these helmets fit ;). They may be really great otherwise, but it I just had the feeling it wobbles on my head. But I think Shoei is fine, too. The Scorpions I used until now still fits me really well, but the open styrofoam starts to fall apart after 4 years of normal use (small pieces coming out). I do not think that I sweat that heavily...

  • @FulTrotl
    @FulTrotl2 жыл бұрын

    I have this helmet for over 2 years now and it looks good as new, there are literally zero cracks in the leather bottom part and the screws do not get loose - even if they did, I'd use a loctite on it. In regards to the leather cracking, they have either started to use lower quality material in the later productions years, or this helmet had a really rough life.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is what it is!

  • @zerotonine807
    @zerotonine8072 жыл бұрын

    Hello Pavlin. I bought the helmet used last year for around 200 EUR and mainly because of the weight and the KTM Design (color). I like it a lot especially with the dark visor. The Pinlock was trouble free but as you say: The paddings are cheap, the Chin guard falls off and my notch/clip that closed the visor broke off after a while. Now my helmet is not sealed anymore in heavy rain which is very annoying. And also I cannot say that the helmet is quiet, I can only ride it with ear plugs. I will not buy the Helmet again, even if it is cheaper than the most other brands that are well known and have a good design. So my Conclusion is almost the same as yours.

  • @noideafilm

    @noideafilm

    2 жыл бұрын

    do you know any adventure helmet as light, as comfy and well equipped that is more silent?

  • @zerotonine807

    @zerotonine807

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@noideafilm i think ill try the Touratech Carbon2 Plus as my next Helmet. It is the Basis of Nexx Val but Touratech made it 200g lighter so it is the same weight as the Airoh. Important: its more expensive and there is no Sun Visor in the Touratech Version (not a problem for me....).

  • @Ride2Xplore
    @Ride2Xplore2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the review. I have a nexx x. Wed2 and it has almost the same issues. What's your next helmet?

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not sure yet.

  • @lionelwilley7910
    @lionelwilley7910 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks you for this sum up so clear Like you i’ll never bye it to.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to help!

  • @raymondlaprise4691
    @raymondlaprise4691 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    Жыл бұрын

    Any time

  • @MegaTrdi
    @MegaTrdi2 жыл бұрын

    Just go to Arai tour helmet. I have it for 5 years and is it still in good condition.

  • @MtbPoland
    @MtbPoland2 жыл бұрын

    Yep will got LS2 explorer, same with Nolan N87, it was twice of price of my old ls2 Stream but basically than Ls2.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good!

  • @AmirNir
    @AmirNir2 жыл бұрын

    Hello Pavlin, good video. i was tryimg to film my trip with gopro 10. after 40 minutes the buttery was empty... how can you film all day long? thanks

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    kzread.info/dash/bejne/iqxrsNtxnM7bhdI.html

  • @bartoszpajak2285
    @bartoszpajak228510 ай бұрын

    Thank you! You just saved me 300Eur...

  • @enduromotorradtouren
    @enduromotorradtouren2 жыл бұрын

    My check list for a helmet. 1. You need a comfortable helmet that fits you 2. You want longterm quality. Usually better with more expensive brands 3. Pinlock and sun visor make life easier 4. I like Microlock, Double-D-rings are more of a hazzle in daily life 5. Simple colours like white are often cheaper Günter from Nürnberg/Germany PS: I chose a Caberg Adventure helmet (XTrace). A good helmet for a reasonable price.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for taking the time!

  • @dimitrislioudakis3730
    @dimitrislioudakis37302 жыл бұрын

    My friend i have to say that this helmet is one of the best balanced helmet i ever wear!! And this is very important for your neck!! Dont forget it!!

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Totally agree, but quality is very poor.

  • @demisgavrielides1372
    @demisgavrielides137211 ай бұрын

    Just wondering if the Commander Caron is the same issues, or maybe they did it better.... Any feedback on that? Maybe somebody who has the carbon, can give us some light....

  • @HondaDCT
    @HondaDCT2 жыл бұрын

    Drove appr 5k km and have no problem with it. About speed and wind noise. It's noisy helmet. End of story. Based on your previous video about AC I can inform, that additional part of helmet (this down neck /wind protection) has been "repaired" by Airoh (I think). I do not loose it and it is in right place for those 5k km.

  • @noideafilm

    @noideafilm

    2 жыл бұрын

    noisy? what other Adventure helmets did you drive? I didn't find any helmet this weight- and price class that is more silent.

  • @Nuttree
    @Nuttree2 жыл бұрын

    Have the same Commander, complete right what you say!!

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good!

  • @happyswissjoe
    @happyswissjoe2 жыл бұрын

    I have bought recently an "expensive" Schuberth C4 Pro. As I have paid quite some money for it, I am MORE careful with it. With my cheaper stuff, I am usually more casual or careless when using them. Sometimes it is a self-fulfilling prophesy when cheap becomes cheap quality. However, I agree with Pavlin's points and review. This one is a cheapo quality helmet.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for taking the time!

  • @marcosolano2737
    @marcosolano27372 жыл бұрын

    Bad lucky for me. Order my on September 26. Based on your first review between others. That’s is life. Next time I will wait for long term.

  • @mathandoom1399

    @mathandoom1399

    2 жыл бұрын

    I still like mine despite its flaws. At least the issues with the disintegrating leather i dont have after 12000 km and 4 months.

  • @marcosolano2737

    @marcosolano2737

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@mathandoom1399 good to know. Thank Bro

  • @donovanhenry78

    @donovanhenry78

    Жыл бұрын

    What are your thoughts on it now that you have had it for a while?

  • @marcosolano2737

    @marcosolano2737

    Жыл бұрын

    Amazing helmet. Light and comfortable. The problems of construction mentioned didn’t happened until now, 40000km with it. Absolutely recommend!

  • @donovanhenry78

    @donovanhenry78

    Жыл бұрын

    @@marcosolano2737 that's great to know!

  • @RitzSamaritano
    @RitzSamaritano2 жыл бұрын

    Good and honest video, thanks! Speaking about this kind of helmets, a couple of months ago I bought a Nolan N70-2 X and I spent even less(slightly more than 200 €). The comfort is great, and the build quality seems ok for me. Compared to my previous AGV helmet it's less noisy and because it's modular (but not in the classic sliding way, the cheek protection can be easily removed but you need to use two hands so you can't while driving) it's extremely easy to remove the interior for cleaning or for installing option parts (and they don't fall apart when you reinstall them). I also bought the basic N-com set and it's simply wonderful, it's not exactly cheap but it works so much better compared to any other communication solution I tried until now.

  • @celloro

    @celloro

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's the same helmet i'm currently wearing... Good quality to price ratio. I installed a cheap Chinese Bluetooth headset so that I can answer the phone when commuting, and removed chin protection and visor during the week. When in weekend I ride a little longer, I put visor and chin protection on and ready to drive!

  • @MtbPoland

    @MtbPoland

    2 жыл бұрын

    One issue, it is made of plastic and makes terrible noises.

  • @RitzSamaritano

    @RitzSamaritano

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MtbPoland yes it's policarbonate but honestly I don't know if there are modular helmets with such a big visor made with other materials. Regarding noise are you talking about wind noise or noise from the plastic or joints between helmet parts? I haven't noticed any terrible plastic or joints noise on mine in about 5000 Km, for the wind noise it's way quieter than my previous AGV which was a nornal street helmet with a smaller visor and no sun screen.

  • @gregjerome1911
    @gregjerome19112 жыл бұрын

    You should replace this helmet since it’s cracked. I cracked my 1st Airoh & replaced with another one. Love their dirtbike helmets, super light, good airflow & the interior is definitely washable, Ive done it many times. I also like the fit. But I understand why you won’t get another one. Thank you!

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is already changed.

  • @ShallowBeThyGames
    @ShallowBeThyGames2 жыл бұрын

    I was about to buy this helmet. I've tried it on several times in shops and liked it, but would have been very disappointed in that quality.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Fair enough!

  • @alencelic
    @alencelic2 жыл бұрын

    My problems with the helmet: the clip (notch) that locks the visor when it is fully closed broke after a week or two. The pinlock wore out and become loose after 3-4 months. I never removed it after installing and it started to falling out

  • @zerotonine807

    @zerotonine807

    2 жыл бұрын

    this is just a shame: another todays product that is not made to last long.

  • @dismemberizer827

    @dismemberizer827

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same here for both

  • @mathandoom1399

    @mathandoom1399

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same Problem here with the pinlock. It is moving and i ll have to glue it to the visor. The pinlock is also full of scratches in the upper part, i guess because of the movement...

  • @simonedeturris3704
    @simonedeturris37046 ай бұрын

    Cheers mate! Will cancel my order!

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    6 ай бұрын

    Okay

  • @ZH2.
    @ZH2.2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Pavlin which brand of helmet do you recommend?

  • @noideafilm

    @noideafilm

    2 жыл бұрын

    the one that builds the helmet your head fits perfectly into

  • @gustavoenriquez1299
    @gustavoenriquez12992 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your review. One of the things you pay whan you purchase the typical japanese top brands (with top price) is the longevity as a result of the good materials, tested for more than 60 years. This Airoh is a nice helmet, with cool features for shure, but will it last adventure riding (on and offroad) for at least five years? I don't think so.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    No guarantee that expensive helmet will last!

  • @gustavoenriquez1299

    @gustavoenriquez1299

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@motorcycleadventures It's just my experience. I have had different models from Shoei and Arai since 1980. Please believe me, they last.

  • @MartinsVilcins
    @MartinsVilcins Жыл бұрын

    If anyone is interested, I own exact same helmet, and I have all the exact same issues. I didnt think of glueing the wind protector and guess what - I lost it during a ride on the highway, it simply disconnected and flew away. The other thing that was not mentioned is if you plan to use intercom speakers, such as cardo - theres not enough room for them, there are holes left but they are not deep enough, I had to carve the padding to make speakers fit

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    Жыл бұрын

    It is what it is!

  • @kookiebub
    @kookiebub2 жыл бұрын

    The commander was on my shortlist, but that flaky synthetic leather issue smacks of Chinese poor quality materials - glad I found your 6 month review.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad to help!

  • @djj6452
    @djj64522 жыл бұрын

    Pavlin thank you, Try the new Scorpion ADX 2

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    No interest to have modular helmet.

  • @knorke3642
    @knorke36422 жыл бұрын

    Yeah...the padding...It took but a few weeks for mine, to start acting up.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is what it is!

  • @vesso_georgiev
    @vesso_georgiev2 жыл бұрын

    I’ve got exactly the same helmet, actually few days before Pavlin got his. I can confirm all the pros he mentioned: quiet, very comfortable, fairly light, very good field of view, etc. Talking about cons, we should consider first the way Pavlin is using it - his helmet has rather harsh life. I’ve seen it.😉 Still, there are things that ruin the otherwise positive general feeling about it. I questioned the built quality from the very beginning as the helmet I bought had two cracks in the paint. It was replaced immediately and the replacement was fine. I can confirm the cracking artificial leather - after 7-8 thousand km and 6-7 km of use, but not yet like Pavlin’s. I took the helmet apart just once and had non problem putting the lining back. Chin protector that comes off is annoying, loose screws of the beak too, but these are small issues. The visor, however, has significant optical distortion and glares, especially when used together with the built in sunglasses. I assume the optical qualities of the plastics used are pretty low. I find that quite unpleasant, especially riding long hours in strong sunlight or at night. The helmet is not a cheap one - I spent €300, but that is half of what a Shoei Hornet costs. High Shoei price was the reason to look for an alternative. Next time, though, I will not be a cheap a*s and will go for the quality, considering my excellent prior experience with Shoei. Saying all that, I will keep using my Airoch Commander until it gets ruined, but it is a pity that the built quality makes me consider replacing this rather not bad product.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Fair enough! Thanks for sharing, Vesso!

  • @stubbybutt8839
    @stubbybutt88392 жыл бұрын

    Good to know before buying it. i will still buy one but at least now i won't be disappointed when it stars flaking. they seem like easy issues to fix, maybe the production of the helmets have improved or maybe that's just wishful thinking. ether way if starts to flake i will just peal off the coating and hopefully some lock tight will fix the brim from coming loose.

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad to help!

  • @richichung
    @richichung2 жыл бұрын

    I have Zeus Carbon fiber Modular 4 year now still in perefect condition and it is only 1.5kg

  • @MichaelD1008
    @MichaelD10082 ай бұрын

    Airoh commander 2 is better! Grettings Michael 😊

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 ай бұрын

    Could be!

  • @flex215
    @flex215 Жыл бұрын

    I've had the BMW cloned version of this (GS Pure Helmet) and I can confirm that the plastic at the rear base of the helmet does detach from the shell. Luckily there's a 5-year warranty from BMW. Bought the helmet in May, so just over four months old. 🤦‍♂

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @jayzed6662
    @jayzed66622 жыл бұрын

    When manufactures build a high quality brand, they put up their prices. Then to make more money, build quality takes a nosedive.

  • @javiermartinezjimenez613
    @javiermartinezjimenez6132 жыл бұрын

    gracias

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    De nada!

  • @sajjadhossain7448
    @sajjadhossain74482 жыл бұрын

    💞💞💞

  • @michaeljamesdesign
    @michaeljamesdesign Жыл бұрын

    They come with a two year warranty: "If any defect covered by the limited warranty is detected within 2 years from the date of purchase, Airoh® shall repair or replace the defective product through its own distribution network, after the defect has been verified. Airoh® shall supply all the material and labour deemed reasonably necessary to remedy the reported defect, unless the damage falls within the scope of the items listed in the section below titled “EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS OF COVERAGE”."

  • @motorcycleadventures

    @motorcycleadventures

    Жыл бұрын

    Ok