Arai XD-3 Luster Helmet

love it

I love Arais. Didn't originally want to spend the money, but once I found Revzilla and it's great prices, I broke for it. SOOOO glad I did and shouldn't have second guessed it. But the best, your head is in it.

Best helmet ever

This is my second one of these. The first lasted several years and through a number of minor crashes. This is worth every penny. It fits me far better than the analogous Shoei, and the new luster paint job is attractive.

Great purchase

Great transaction and ultra fast shipping! A+++

Great Pluses with a fewMinuses

All helmets will be different to different people. I have a long profile and need room in the front of a helmet. My Shoe X-11 just rubs my nose and chin, the XD-3 has much more room in front. In XXL the shell is smaller than the X-11 or my Aria SZ Ramm 111(3/4) and the fit is slightly snugger but not tight, very comfortable and feels much less bulky. Of course this will vary with actual shell size, not fit size.
The strengths: room in front and what is very important to me, incredible unobstructed view out. I have always favored ¾ helmets due to the unobstructed view but my left brain insists on full face. The XD-3 is the answer. I do not use the "beak".
The downside (for my head): is that it is as noisy as a ¾ helmet. Other people have not had as much problem with the noise but I would bet it will always be worse than a top notch normal full face . For me the fit and especially the unobstructed view is worth it many times over. I wear earplugs in all helmets. It's a matter of your priorities.

Nice Upgrade

I bought this XD-3 to replace my 5 year old original XD. I'm very pleased with the XD-3. It's quieter, has better ventilation and is more aerodynamic. My only con, even on a blow out sale it’s still too expensive, but all things considered, I think it’s worth it and it looks very cool!

Great Helmet

For this kind of money, Arai should include multiple cheek pads, instead of charging an arm and a leg for different sizes.

Excellent....

Excellent

outstanding value or a great helmet

I f you can get an arai rep to help you custom fit your helmet & adjust the cheekpands you will have a helmet that you will love

Great helmet, if your head is "Intermediate Oval"

Shell shape is designed for the "Intermediate Oval", so if your head is more oval that round, this helmet will likely have a pressure point on your forehead.

Sweet Helmet

This helmet is a bit pricey, but One doesn't want to be thinking money when your head is on the line. The graphics are slick and the color combo is great. The left cheekpad was a bit stiff at first, but after 2 weeks, it has softened up and is now quite comfotable. When standing up, the visor doesn't get caught and want to rip your head off, you can tell the tested it in the wind tunnel for many hours. All and all a great Helmet by a great Company. And Revzilla is Awesome! Thanks!