Bell RS-1 Victory Helmet

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This review is fromBell RS-1 Panic Zone Helmet.

Overall rating

5 / 5

Excellent helmet

PostedMarch 28, 2012

theceilingfan

From Boston

State:MA

Rider Type:Adventurer

Gender:male

Bang for the Buck

5 / 5

Style

5 / 5

Comfort

5 / 5

Protection & Durability

5 / 5

Air Flow

5 / 5

Features

5 / 5

Fit

Small

Large

Noise Level

Quiet

Loud

Weight

Light

Heavy

Vision

Narrow

Wide

Fits like a second skull and has excellent vision and air flow. Was wicked surprised that Bell made such an awesome helmet at this price point. The matte white and gold doesn't look nearly as strange in person, especially if you like candy skulls and old school paisley.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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This review is fromBell RS-1 Helmet - Solid.

Overall rating

5 / 5

Excellent Helmet

PostedMarch 27, 2012

CoolBeans

From Johannesburg

Rider Type:Adventurer

Age:35-44

Gender:male

Bang for the Buck

4 / 5

Style

4 / 5

Comfort

5 / 5

Protection & Durability

4 / 5

Air Flow

4 / 5

Features

4 / 5

Fit

Small

Large

Noise Level

Quiet

Loud

Weight

Light

Heavy

Shape

Narrow

Round

Vision

Narrow

Wide

The Helmet fits perfect. The Revzilla charts are spot on. Well ventilated and very sexy.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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This review is fromBell RS-1 Steam Punk Helmet.

Overall rating

5 / 5

very pleased

PostedMarch 26, 2012

slickest

State:MA

Rider Type:Road Warrior

Age:45-54

Gender:male

Style

5 / 5

Comfort

4 / 5

Protection & Durability

5 / 5

Air Flow

4 / 5

Features

4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

Loud

Shape

Narrow

Round

Vision

Narrow

Wide

Nice snug fit for my head shape, graphics are the ultimate GEAR HEAD !!!

Yes, I recommend this product.

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This review is fromBell RS-1 Steam Punk Helmet.

Overall rating

5 / 5

Gorgeous and functional

PostedMarch 16, 2012

milkfiend

From San Diego

State:NY

Rider Type:Commuter

Age:18-24

Gender:male

Bang for the Buck

4 / 5

Style

5 / 5

Comfort

5 / 5

Protection & Durability

4 / 5

Air Flow

4 / 5

Features

5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

Loud

Weight

Light

Heavy

Shape

Narrow

Round

Vision

Narrow

Wide

This helmet definitely makes you stand out from the crowd. It has good airflow, and vents are easy to operate even with thick gloves on. It's also very comfortable. One note though - the top of the visor tends to leak slightly in heavy rain.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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This review is fromBell RS-1 Shattered Helmet.

Overall rating

5 / 5

This product was excellent for the closeout price!

PostedMarch 13, 2012

SpeedRacer10

From land o lakes

State:FL

Rider Type:Commuter

Age:18-24

Gender:male

Bang for the Buck

4 / 5

Style

5 / 5

Comfort

5 / 5

Protection & Durability

4 / 5

Air Flow

5 / 5

Features

5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

Loud

Weight

Light

Heavy

I previously had an exo-400, which I thought was an amazing helmet, but this helmet is so much more comfortable and light as a feather. I also love the graphics, you wont be disappointed!

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Bell Transitions SolFX Photochromic Face Shield

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Overall rating

5 / 5

Awesome helmet with great features

PostedMarch 5, 2012

Gilbert25

From Abilene

State:TX

Rider Type:Road Warrior

Age:18-24

Gender:male

Bang for the Buck

5 / 5

Style

5 / 5

Comfort

5 / 5

Protection & Durability

5 / 5

Air Flow

5 / 5

Features

5 / 5

Fit

Small

Large

Noise Level

Quiet

Loud

Weight

Light

Heavy

Shape

Narrow

Round

Vision

Narrow

Wide

The helmet fits very snug and weighs almost nothing. The face shield has a great lever on it that either locks the shield down or cracks it for ventilation. It's really easy to maneuver, the only problem is I feel like it would snap off really easy if you pressed too hard on it or something to that effect. Other than that the shield comes off really easy and you have any color choice for it including a transitions shield. The ventilation for the helmet overall works great, and the levers are easy to use even with thicker gloves. The rear exhaust vents don't close but that's not a big deal to me. Sound proofing is great, the only time I ever hear anything is going around 70-80 on the freeway and the shield rattles a bit, but locking it shut silences it right up. And with such a snug (comfortable though) fit, I don't hear any booming or whistling, probably from that and the neck pad that seals all the interior pads. Also has a nice wind blocker by the chin. It could be a little longer but it does it's job well enough to not complain. Overall a really great helmet for the price.

Rides: 2004 Suzuki GSX600F Katana

Yes, I recommend this product.

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This review is fromBell RS-1 Panic Zone Helmet.

Overall rating

5 / 5

Great Helmet

PostedFebruary 20, 2012

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Bang for the Buck

5 / 5

Style

5 / 5

Comfort

5 / 5

Protection & Durability

5 / 5

Air Flow

5 / 5

Features

5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

Loud

Weight

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Heavy

A very nice piece, the only con though is that the shell size kind of big compared to competitors

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Bell RS-1 Victory Helmet

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what helmet is better rs-1 or suomy apex.

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looking for new helmt debating between bell rs-1 and suomy apex.

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Bell RS-1 Helmet - Solid

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Wondering if I can just throw my Bell RS-1 liner in the wash machine? Also, I expect I should just hang it out to dry? Thanks!!

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I would not recommend washing the helmet liner in any washing machine. I would recommend washing the liner by hand in a sink using a mild detergent like dish soap or Woolite. I have done this myself for several helmets I have had. The liner takes little time to wash and best if air dried.

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I just pull mine out and soak it in the sink filled with water and some mild soap. I squeeze most of the water out then let it air dry.

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Bell RS-1 Helmet - Solid

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Which face shield comes with RS-1 Helmet, is it the face shield displayed in the picture?

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It comes with a standard clear shield. I bought the Bell Transitions shield for mine which is great for everything except having the sun directly in your face(i.e. early morning late afternoon)

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The standard clear faceshield comes with this lid. The photochromic model shown in some of the photos, comparable to Transitions sunglasses, is another $95. The combination is still a better price than comparable hats from Arai or Shoei, and you don't get that visual jitter that can happen with more than one visor (even sunglasses and a visor) in front of your eyes while astride a vibrating machine. If you went with another Bell full-face helmet in the future, you can still use the same light-sensitive face shield . . . Name me another brand that will accommodate that!

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

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They all come with the standard clear shield. All my helmets, including the Bell Star helmet came with clear shield.

You have to buy the tinted or mirrored kind if you wish. I bought the light gold iridium and looks really good. Light enough to wear at night.

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Bell RS-1 Victory Helmet

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head shape?

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Want to buy Bell RS-1. My head at widest points: circumference = 60cm. Over the top, between the ears (laughter) = 27 cm. Front to back = 32 cm. My old RF800 XL was probably too big when purchased, now, way too loose. Free G-MAX medium fits very well. According to Bell chart, my head size borders on L/XL. Revzilla video on Bell helmets suggests going down one size from suggested size. So, probably, I have a medium-large head; it's shape, however, eludes me. Advice? Other matter: one of your customers (happy) reports easily breakable face shield lock lever. Other site reviews report same. Are these aberrant reports? Thanks for reading this!!

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I was in about your same size range and went with the large, I have been very happy with the helmet and would suggest getting the visor that darkens on it's own won't be sorry.

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Bell RS-1 vs. Shoei RF-1100 noise

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Age: 35-44

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I was wondering about the noise in these two helmets. I fell in love with the fit of the Bell RS-1 but a salesman at another store told me that Bell helmets tend to be noisy. I was wondering what you thought.

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The Bell RS-1 is reportedly better than average when it comes to noise control. Bell has a wide range of helmets, and while some of their more economical styles can tend to be noisy, the RS-1 is a very high quality helmet and does a good job blocking excess noise.

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I have an RS-1, a top of the line Shoei and a Bell Star - Noise also has a lot to do with fit and seal so for me:

Most comfortable - RS 1
Quietest - RS 1
Best Looking - Bell Star Cerwinske :) (My RS1 is a conservative gloss black -what was I thinking!)
Best aerodynamics - Shoei (no appreciable difference until 130 MPH and up - so for general purpose, they're all great through the wind.)

As to noise, the RS1 has more padding than the Shoei and the Star and a tighter seal around the neck so for me it's a bit quieter. I'm an L in all three and the RS1 is the snuggest fit. They're all comfy, they're all good through the wind.

Star has by far the best ventilation, though the RS1 and Shoei do vent well.

Big BIG plus of the Bell brand is you can get the photochromatic shield - The transitions shield is worth EVERY PENNY!!! The thought of switching from Bell to another brand is now almost impossible until they offer a transitions shield. If you don't do day to night commuting etc. then might not be a big deal but if you want crystal clear in all light conditions with ZERO effort... Like I said - I never want to ride without it.

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Bell RS-1 Victory Helmet

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Different Shell sizes?

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Age: 25-34

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Canada

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Does the RS-1 have different shell sizes? I wear a size small and while I love my bell vortex, it looks giant on me. I had my eye on the bell STAR 2010 as it has 5 different shell sizes so small doesn't look as awkward, does the RS-1 also follow this? or are small headed people still forced to wear XXL helmets and look like bauble heads?

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The RS-1 has three shell sizes: XS-S, M-L, and XL-2XL

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Bell RS-1 Helmet - Solid

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Does this fit like the Shoei X-11?

Thomas a C.

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Looking to replace my X11 this year. Does the RS1 fit like the X11? Keep in mind the RF1100 and Quest fit rounder heads than the X11 does. Will the RS1 work in an upright position like on my R1200RT? My X11 works just fine on my R1200RT when I put the windscreen down. I just am uncomfortable with the idea the vortex will be heavy and will catch the wind when I turn my head. Is this heavy like a Scorpion helmet or lighter more like the X11? Thanks

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The RS-1 is best compared with the Shoei RF-1100 in fit and function. It has an intermediate oval headshape and is lighter than the Vortex, but not as light as the Bell Star. It should accommodate you fine in an upright riding position.

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I've worn both, and though cannot say I've ridden with the X11, it seems to be just as light a helmet. Your RT has the same riding position as my Triumph Trophy though, and I have no problems with this RS-1. In fact, it really seems to slice nicely through the wind no matter how my head is oriented. A choice I would recommend. . . . Good luck.

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I replaced my Scorpion EXO-700 with the Bell RS-1. To me, the RS-1 feels MUCH lighter than my old EXO-700 (a helmet I really liked). I have a medium oval head and the RS-1 fits me perfectly. Haven't tried a Bell Star but the Vortex seemed to feel more "neutral shaped" to me and the RS-1 feels like it favors the "oval shaped" heads. (or at least it favors mine). I ride sport, sport-tour, and a naked road-bike. I have experienced little, if any, buffeting no matter what bike I've been riding. Even freeway speed "head-checks" with no windscreen were no problem whatsoever. This helmet seems to slice right through the air.

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Bell RS-1 Shattered Helmet

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How much does it weigh?

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According to Bell, this helmet weighs 1,575 grams (about 3.5 lbs). I believe this is an average of the sizes, so the larger ones will be slightly more and the smaller sizes slightly less.

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3.5 pounds approximately.

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3.8 pounds

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