Great review, always give a well balanced and informative review! Love the look of the lid!

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Thanks for posting a stellar preview of this retro... looks so promising!

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

No problem

Love the look of these.

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

It’s a nice one for sure

I have a vintage lime green Z900rs Cafe and just purchased a HJC RPHA 11 Mike wazowski helmet.. this was obviously made with that bike in mind, looks ace . Great video as always 👍

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

MrHewy78 Cheers, I love that Wazowski hemet 😀 yep this would go well with your bike

How's the space around the chin for the bearded of us? - I am a 59.5 head so would you reckon a large is good for me?

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

It’s pretty good, but not massively roomy. I’m just over 60cm and found the XL was better for me. Definitely one to try before you buy

Great detailed review, been looking for a retro helmet and found your channel been checking out as many as I can! This one looks good cause it has the modern features with some retro looks. Also thinking of getting an open face helmet too.

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, yes this is certainly as good helmet.

Always clear...real world reviews ....Ride safe !!!!

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew

@andrewewan624

4 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto Keep safe ...and HOPE this virus can be controlled ...so looking forward to getting back out on bikes

Z900rs Cafe! Spot on!

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

It would go a treat wouldnt it

Love that retro Kawasaki color scheme

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Makes me want a z900rs now 😀

If an Arai XL size is still too small for you, they do offer an XXL for most models in the States, so that would make a sixth size, and if you shop around you can usually find a good deal online as long as it isn’t a newly released model… I’m sure there’s a good joke in there about Americans needing an XXL, but I’m not gonna try for it!

Great review of what looks like a great helmet.

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Yep its certainly the best 'retro style' helmet i've tried so far.

@cncskn

3 жыл бұрын

did you tested the shoei glamster? how to they compare against eachother

Great review, I know you have reviewed the glamster as well,if you had the same size in both makes,which would you say is visually smaller.shell size ?.arai always look big on me .thanks regards

Green version is stunning

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

The finish is superb

Great review. Please excuse my ignorance. Would you tell me the meaning of HA? it has a ® on the left so it looks some kind of brand.

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, It’s the initials of Hirotaki Arai

@error404

3 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto Thank you very much

Thank you

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

Great review, just bought one

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

Looks great, maybe in a few years when my Bell Bullitt needs replacing!

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Its a great helmet

The green one will go nice with the Z900RS Cafe.

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed, I think that might have been on purpose ;)

Great video as ever 👍🏼 Is that an RST Jacket you’re wearing? Looks smart. What model & thoughts think I’ll be in the market for a textile jacket this season. On that subject am I right in saying you reviewed the Knox UrbanePro shirt at some point? 🤔

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joe, yes it’s the X-Raid and I’ve been pretty impressed. There’ll be a review coming up soon. I did review one as part of the layering system a while back. But there is a new style coming soon, so I’ll be reviewing that when it arrives

Hi just wanna know which is more recommended between Arai Rapide NEO and Shoei Glamster?

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Depends what you mean by recommended? Both great helmets so it’s down to fit and personal preference

Good review mate. Just want to check regarding visibility on leaning forward ( clip on bars ). is this okay on sporty riding?Thanks.

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I will be good for that

Would you pay extra for this model, compared to say the Arai Profile-V? The Rapide looks a cleaner/nicer design. I think the price difference in Oz is AU585 (Profile-V) vs AU630 (Rapide)

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

It all depends on what you prefer I guess? The construction is pretty much the same, so its largely aesthetics that would drive the decision. The Profile V does have additonal venting in the shell obviously, which could create a little more noise. A plain Profile V retails at £379.99 here in the UK and the Rapide at $449, so its about the same differential.

How was this in the colder weather? Did it let in cold air in a noticeably uncomfortable way?

@mancavemoto

8 ай бұрын

No, infact I think its one of the better 'retro styled' helmets for using in cold weather.

I’m going for a fitting of one of these tomorrow as they have an exceptional amount of customisation. I appreciate its only a review helmet, but it looks a bit ‘hamster-cheek’ on you, which it shouldn’t (although you do mention getting a fitting) 🙂

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Cool! eeer I have natural hamster cheeks actually... 😉

Hay there great review thank you! I wondered what this Arai Rapide is like in the rain??? Have you used it in the rain???? Do this eyebrow vents leak????? Thanx PS: sorry if this has already been in the comments I obviously missed it....

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

I didn't get a chance to ride it in the rain, well nothing more than a bit of drizzle. But having worn other Arai's with the brow vents in all kinds of weather, I can confirm that they do not leak

@Jayadevi108

3 жыл бұрын

Views from the Man Cave Thanx so much :O))))

Are there indents in the visor hinge? I like to ride with my visor in the 3/4 position. Never knew it was big deal for me until some helmets i found couldn't do that

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, its essentially the same as the VAS-V, but with a screw fixing rather than the side pods

Sir which is the Arai Helmet with the best ventilation that you have tried on and tested. This is an important aspect for riding in the hot and humid Indian conditions...

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Of the ones I’ve tried it would be the Tour X4

Great review, also good to hear on the fit as I love Arai, but am in between sizes with them traditionally. What I like about these new Arai and Shoei retro options are the low profile of the helmet (no bubble head). Out of the two (Rapide or Glamster) which would be your go to all year rounder? Cheers :)

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Dom Cat Thanks! I’ve not had a chance to really try the Glamster yet, so I’m not in the position to answer that question.

@yodomcat

4 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto look forward to your next vid reviewing it! Just remember to end the review with rack holding both lids and which one your reaching for daily ;)

Finally a helmet that isn't just a fashion statement like the Bullitt and it's copies. Is this called a Rapide or a Concept? I find it called both and is it available in the states?

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Yes its certainly a full on Arai. It has a different name in different regions. Its the Rapide in the UK, Concept X in Europe and the Rapide Neo in Japan. Not sure when it'll be released in the states?

One big negative: They arent selling this in the US? >:(

hi there, sorry for the off topic comment. I am interested to know what kind of earplug you are using and how does it affect your awareness as a rider? i've tried few kinds of earplugs but none so far work as intended. usually, the plugs causes somewhat bone conducting effect, hence higher noise (especially the exhaust, i am using an akra). thanks in advance.

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

I use custom moulded silicone earplugs from a company called Ultimate Hearing Protection. Very comfortable to wear and they don’t affect my awareness on the bike at all. They do a good job of reducing certain frequencies without blocking your hearing. Definitely one of the best investments I’ve made in terms of kit

@aliffyasin960

3 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto wow. That's great. I'll have a look later. Thanks a lot!

Good review. Is the Pro Shade system supported? I imagine not but that would be great if it is.

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

The pro shade fits onto the VAS visor, so I don't see why it wouldn't work with this?

@VVoltz

4 жыл бұрын

Views from the Man Cave that alone would make this the best value retro helmet in town, IMO

Is there a lot of wind noise inside the helmet? I have a Bell Bullitt and storms are breaking out inside the helmet. That's why I want to change it.

@mancavemoto

4 ай бұрын

Not particularly no, this is in my experience much quieter

@maliksarac3668

4 ай бұрын

@@mancavemoto I'm going to buy Arai Concept x or glamster, but I can't decide which one. I want it not to make too much noise and I want to be able to use it comfortably in winter. What is your opinion about this?

@mancavemoto

3 ай бұрын

Personally i'd pick the Arai in your use case, it'll be much better in the winter. you just have to make sure you can get a good fit

@maliksarac3668

3 ай бұрын

@@mancavemoto Thank you very much for your advice. I have absolute trust in you :)

Hi, as usual a nice trusted review man! I like coming to your channel looking for an opinion. But recently I saw a test review from those guys ChampionHelmets channel and they rated the ventilation quite poorly :( Did you see their take on it? I was about to order this one because it's finally an Arai helmet that I like its look , but if ventilation is a problem.... oof. I live in a very warm place, that is why it worries me.

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I haven’t seen their review, so I’ll take a look at it. I had no issues with the ventilation at all

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Just had a look at both their initial review and the comparison with the Glamster. They seem to offer thorough reviews and obviously use quite a bit of tech on the road tests. I’m not going to knock anyone’s reviews, but in the first one they comment that its only one shell size, which is wrong. The UK version does also come with a pinlock in the box, maybe that differs from the European version? Whilst they are using a temp gauge in the helmet to determine the differential between the inner temp and ambient air temp, this doesn’t directly address the ventilation. Here are my thoughts. Although this is an interesting test, there are a number of variables that are at play. The easiest one to start with is helmet colour. in the comparison, the Arai is black and the Glamster is white. We all know black absorbs more heat, so I would expect the internal temperature to be higher on a dark helmet If they were to do the test with exactly the same helmet , one white and one black I would suspect the temp differential wouldn’t be the same. (As an aside I couldn’t see if they had the brow vents open). Secondly have they taken into account the temperature of the rider? Is he wearing the same gear on both tests? Is he riding at the same time of day in the same conditions? I appreciate them trying to put a scientific slant on the tests, thats to be applauded, but as with any science, there does need to be a ‘control’ or ‘constant’ element to the tests. Of course my own reviews are purely observational, but I do try to consider many things.

@dredeth

4 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto They do base their conclusion on numbers, a device that measures the parameters tho, not the actual personal feel. So kind of happy that your opinion is on how you felt not what some SKYnet AI measured :D

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Yes exactly its a good indication from them, if it was being done in s controlled environment it would be even better. Maybe they should also measure the riders body temperature? If he was riding in the first helmet from cold and then switched to the other helmet after a couple of hours, could he potentially be hotter? With all the vents open I thought the airflow on the arai was good. I do have a Glamster to test, but cannot ride due to the current lockdown in the UK. I don’t think my reviews would be classed as essential work!

@dredeth

4 жыл бұрын

​@@mancavemoto it's good that you pointed out the colour difference, I missed that part! That actually makes sense. As well as the condition of rider's body , timing they took for the comparisons etc. And yeah, would be good if we could hear rider's opinion after hearing those numbers, maybe he was also "wow, temperature was that?! I didn't feel like that at all" etc... I'm waiting on your Glamster (geeeesh that name...) review before I buy either this Arai or Eliminator (or even Zero X) but Glamster have that narrow chin part (not as narrow as Bell Bullet) that makes me a bit suspicious of its resistant to an impact.

Did you find this version quieter than the Profile V? The Profile V is really noisy around those shield mechanism covers they have.

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

This was pretty quiet yes, the lack of ‘bits’ and vents on the shell helps a lot. Although to be fair I didn’t find the Profile V to be a noisy helmet anyway

Why is that some seller of arai, pinlock anti fog wasnt included in the box. Sad

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Good question, I’m nots sure if it varies from country to country, but in the UK a pinlock comes in the box from the distributor

Hello hope all is well, just a thought, will this helmet take communication ear pieces, sena 10s coms 👍

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Hi all good thanks. Yes it will, there are pockets in the cheek pads for earpieces. Plenty of room

@TheNewRider.

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for reply, going to try one on tomorrow cheers 👍

Great review; how did you find this helmet at higher speeds? I rem the Arai Defiant (non-X)(several years ago) being really good as a naked bike helmet.

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

No problem at all at high speed. It’s very stable

Expensive but the green is the nicest colour.

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

It’s got a really great finish

Cheers, can you tell me the name of that cool looking leather jacket in the vid please.

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, it’s an Age of Glory ‘Rocker’ tinyurl.com/AOGrocker

@chrisnightingale6417

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, it looks great, would love a review 👍

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

I may do one now the weather is warming up 👍

I don't uderstand why Arai Takes care to give a solution to Classic vintage bikers And seit this horrible front Sticker. A Decent Arai one Would have been Perfect. Is there a possibility to remove that Sticker?

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

The HA logo is only used on this design in the three colours. The solid colours just have the Arai Script. The logo is painted onto the helmet, its not a sticker

What do you wear in Shoei?

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

Size Large

Great review as always! I was curious about this and the Glamster. Have you heard anything about when that is being released?

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks April in the UK I believe

You should go to test the helmet in raining day

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

I do try to when I can

Is it okay Wear this helmet on a vespa?

@mancavemoto

Жыл бұрын

Yep you can wear it on whatever you want!

What jacket are you wearing cheers

@mancavemoto

2 жыл бұрын

It’s an RST X-Raid jacket

I have had Arai's for 30 plus years.....Love them....but looks like the side pods have fallen off to my eyes.

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Haha, yep that takes a bite of getting used to. All part of the retro vibe....

can you fit coms in this lid .... cheers

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

Yep, no problem

@TheKat00m

3 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto thanks

Would you wear on a harley davidson?

@mancavemoto

3 жыл бұрын

I would yes, most definitely

@davidperathoner5639

3 жыл бұрын

@@mancavemoto thanks for quick answear

Great review. But the price? ffs

@rickp9946

4 жыл бұрын

We'll be buying them on PCP soon.

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Yep, although not too bad a price for an Arai

Nice but pricey 👍🏻

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

yep, its not a budget helmet, but its a proper Arai

@leewatkeys9065

4 жыл бұрын

Views from the Man Cave yes I picked up it is an Arai from the title Sherlock but it’s £150 more than an Arai debut which is also a good helmet from the same manufacturer and there are chaser x available in graphics £200 cheaper. I suppose it depends who is paying for them or a freebie .

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Lee Watkeys alright bud, no need to be funny, all I meant was it’s pretty much the same construction and features as something like the RX-7V that’s all. The Debut and the Profile v are both good options that come in cheaper.

Chin room?

@mancavemoto

4 жыл бұрын

Not Bad, average Arai fit I would say