I'm shopping for a new helmet. I have a Shoei head, so it's down to these 2 models. My current helmet is an X-12, and it's getting old and visors are becoming a PITA to source at reasonable prices. It's been a great helmet, no complaints, but it could use a little more ventilation in the summer heat.
I've been eyeing the Air II as it has the built-in sunshade and Sena integrations, and, well, more air. The Air II is DOT, while the X-14 is Snell rated.
Has anyone spent any saddle time with both and have any opinions/comparisons? Is the flip-down shade gimmicky/unreliable? Should I worry about the DOT only rating for the Air II?
This is for spirited paved/dirt road riding on my GSA.
I've been eyeing the Air II as it has the built-in sunshade and Sena integrations, and, well, more air. The Air II is DOT, while the X-14 is Snell rated.
Has anyone spent any saddle time with both and have any opinions/comparisons? Is the flip-down shade gimmicky/unreliable? Should I worry about the DOT only rating for the Air II?
This is for spirited paved/dirt road riding on my GSA.