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Saturday, April 08, 2006
  Shoei X11 vs. Shoei RF1000 - Review

I'll probably write a full review for the site, but this is just a quick write-up. I logged a good 100+ miles through a variation of freeway, street and mountain roads with my new helmet today. What a difference a properly fitted helmet makes, and what a surprising difference between the X11 and RF1000.

As I wrote earlier, I goofed and bought my RF1000 one size too big, as I didn't understand how a helmet should fit when I bought it. The smaller, more appropriately sized helmet is light years better. No more buffeting at freeway speeds when I check my blind spot, and it seems the visibility is better because it sits a little closer on my face.

As for X11 vs. RF1000, the X11 is noticeably superior. It came wth a breath deflector and chin curtain, which the RF1000 did not. It's more aerodynamic, producing even less lift than the RF1000 (which wasn't bad at all in that department to begin with). The liner is better and is fully removable. The venting is better as well. All in all it's easy to see why many people consider this one of the best helmets on the market. If it fits your head and you can afford it, get it.
 
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