Re: [ST] Arai differences

["William A. Flowers" <wflowers@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Previously, you (David Earl) wrote:
> Now I have a RX7RRIV which has a lot of vents which don't
> really work and make the helmet very noisy.

I also have a (very new) RX7-RR4.  I find the vents to be very
effective, moving a significant and very noticeable amount of air
through the helmet at any speed over 25mph.  To appreciate the effect
all I have to do is stop at one of Clearwater's notoriously long
stoplights on a hot, sunny July afternoon.  Once I start moving again I
can sure feel the effect of the sweat drying!

However, I agree about the noise.  This is the noisiest helmet I've ever
tried.  Not a problem since I always wear ear plugs and it is worth it
for the great venting.

> The good news is that the
> liner is removable for cleaning and there are several sizes (thickness')
> of liners and cheekpads which can cutomize the fit. I don't know if all
> model have this feature but I don't think it's worth trading the
> quitness of the ventless models for the removeble liners.

If you lived near me you might decide that the noise is worth it.  I
have.

> Also the newer
> models have an easily removable sheild.

It is not as easy to change as the shield on my (wrecked) HJC CL-12. 
And nothing is as easy to change as a Shoei!

> That said, my next helmet will be a Schubeth Concept.

Careful, I'm told by those who have tried that it is noisy.

- --
Bill "Bench Dawg" Flowers
Clearwater FL
'00 Sapphire Blue ST "Jewel"


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