Arai RX-Q Helmet - Solid
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excellent helmet
I've never bought one of the high end helmets before. Wasn't easy to part with that much dough! No regrets tho-this is an awesome helmet! My noggin is somewhat oval (I suppose you could call it intermediate), and that has presented a problem with other full helmets I have purchased. Not this one-fits great! Don't panic when you first receive and try on the RX-Q. It is definitely snug! But it doesn"t take long to for it to break in. Pay close attention to the videos on how to measure your head and how to determine the shape of your head. Revzilla rocks with all the info videos available.
May 20, 2013
I LOVE THIS HELMET!!!
Got the RWB Fast Freddy helmet. I love the style of this helmet a lot with my RWB VFR800. The fit and airflow is incredible here in FL you can really fit the vent working soon as you start going... Really spoils you. Well worth the money. Now my wife wants an Arai.
May 19, 2013
Happy with the RX-Q
Had tried on Shoei RF-1100 and Qwest in my size (small) locally, but the Arai RX-Q was only available in medium. I really wanted to try on an Arai RX-Q in small before finalizing my purchase decision.
Called Revzilla and received top notch guidance, without any pressure, buying my first motorcycle helmet. Based on my description about how various helmets fit at local stores, they assured me the RX-Q would be an ideal fit for me. They were right. My Diamond white RX-Q feels like it was custom made for me.
I am not only impressed with the fit and finish of the helmet, but also the outstanding service from Revzilla. Already used the teamzilla dollars on another purchase. Revzilla is awesome to deal with.
The RX-Q feels well balanced and does not feel overly large. The field of view is good. No major gripes or regrets. My 2nd choice would have been the RF-1100 in solid at $130 less (if RX-Q did not fit me as well as it did).
April 2, 2013
Excellent option
I bought it for my girlfriend. She is initiating herself on big bikes as a pilot and we look for some 1st class helmet.
She tried the size in Brazil, where it cost 1600$, and then we ordered it from Revzilla. Edward, from CS, was very helpful and patient both at the phone and by email.
Now she is in love with Arai. She stares at it and says "look how beautiful is my helmet!"...I guess we live in different Worlds because I only say that when look at my bike :)
For those from Brazil, galera, não hesita e tira as dúvidas como o pessoal da revzilla. eles conheçem mesmo do que falam. não senti em momento algum que eles queriam me empurrar nenhum produto, de fato eu começei procurando um shoei e olha como terminei!
Thanks, obrigado, gracias Edward
May 17, 2013
Amazing Helmet
Exceptionally comfortable & lightweight.
Snell-level protection, but with a sleek outer shell. You don't feel like a spaceman.
Great variable venting and airflow.
Easy to lock and open visor. Fogging virtually a non-issue.
When visor is locked, just quiet enough---can hear my engine, traffic noise, and very light wind noise. Very pleasant.
Construction and materials top-notch.
A wonderful all-around helmet. Worth the money. Get it.
March 18, 2013
Arai RX-Q vs Shoei RF-1100
I purchased the Arai RX-Q (Spencer graphics) on a Revzilla clearout so I had to jump at the opportunity to get an Arai helmet at over 30% off and I'm very glad I did. I haven't had a chance to ride with it yet so I can't say much about noise or airflow but compared to my RF-1100 for fit and features they are both very close. Both are high quality helmets with good shields, great styling and light weight, but I give Arai the edge in fit and finish. Although I consider the RF-1100 excellent in these areas as well. I have an intermediate oval head shape and I thought my RF-1100 was the perfect fit for me, until I tried the Arai which fits better. Alternating between the 2 confirms this. It doesn't feel like a round fit even though some have said the RX-Q replaces the round fit Quantum. I haven't tried the Quantum so can't comment on the fit differences. The outter shape of RX-Q is rounder than my RF-1100 which might lead some to beleive it's a round fit, but I think this has more to do with the elongated outter profile of the RF-1100, and the rounder RX-Q shell probably provides better aerodynamics when shoulder checking. I wear a large in both brands but I find the Arai a snugger fit and I don't attribute that to padding compression alone in the Shoei, I think it has more to do with their different shell sizes. Both brands use 5 shell sizes however Shoei has to cover a wdier range of sizes 3XS thru 3XL with those 5 shell sizes while Arai only offers XS thru 2XL. So I think the large Arai is the same shell for medium and large sizes, while the large Shoei shell is shared between large and XL. Both helmets feel about the same in weight and both are light and well balanced. The RF-1100 is a quiet hemet but I expect the same or better from the Arai given its precise fit. Finally I like the more conservative shell design from the Arai as I think this will age better than some of the more agreesive lines found in helmets today.
April 29, 2013
Great helmet for wide range of riding
The RX-Q has done very well for riding both on my Honda VFR 800 and Suzuki DR 650. Whether riding a two-track trail or the interstate, the comfort and quiet are excellent and the ventilation works well at all speeds. The graphics are sharp and the fit has settled in now after a couple thousand miles. What was initially a tight fit has become a perfect match.
April 29, 2013
Track Day Ride
First go was on my first track day. Fits very well, I've worn a large scorpion exo 750 before and this fits much better although very close to my nose.
You can feel the quality in the pads, the weight, and the smooth operation of the face shield and the vents.
Fantastic helmet. I will not buy anything less than an Arai again.
April 17, 2013
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