Scorpion EXO-R1 Air LONG TERM REVIEW - Is this the best helmet ever made? 

I’ve had the same helmet for .. a while.. To the point where family and friends tell me I need to buy a new one everytime I go out on the bike because my EPC has probably disintegrated.. I havnt bought one because mine still looks great.. but I’ve finally accepted defeat and accept that I do need to buy a helmet that might actually still protect my head! Up until yesterday was almost certain I was going to try a modular helmet for the first time (jhc 90s carbon) just for ease/comfort when speaking/fuelling etc .. told myself to grow up and start putting comfort/convenience ahead of style sometimes.. but nah now I’m going to go buy one of these scorpions tomorrow lol. Great review, glad I found the channel, keep it up and thanks!

Always enjoy watching your reviews. Very informative. I am in the market for a new helmet that’s needs to have strong venting. I will put the scorpion on my list!

lost it at 1:22 when you forgot what to call the visor lmao. great video thanks!

I had scorpions for years best helmets I have ever had next to AGV. I wear a medium I had the EXO r2000, and the EXO r710, i ride multiple bikes rain, unseen sleet and snow they have been amazing. Some of their older clearance helmet shields is automatically anti fog so you Don't need the pinlock unless you have the newer helmets. I have a AGV k5s and a AGV k1S both medium and a Scorpion as my back up. The air flow in the older scorpions are amazing trust me they vent very well!! Great Review

def gonna be getting this helmet, thanks for the review !

Have had this helmet (non-carbon) as my daily for a year now. Love it. Cardo 40mm speakers fit easily. Field of vision is great and yes, it is very lightweight. As you say ' wind noise is suggestive' and for me it is an interesting construct with this helmet. I wear ear plugs on every ride and have to say there is a vast difference in 'noise' depending on time of day. Again, this is my personal experience and YMMV. My rides begin about 515am, very little ambient noise and calm to very light winds. Very little wind noise at highway speeds. Great!! However, hitting the highways around 2pm with any type of wind speed ( even calm) there is noticeable wind noise. Not so bad that my ears are ringing but the night\day difference between the time off day has had me scratching my noggin for months now. Another anomoly I am encountering is in the ventilation department. I wear a light skullcap to keep oils and sweat at bay so I may not get the full effect of the top vent across my dome and may have only needed to crack it open once or twice. Will try it more on the warmer days. Living in SoCal, we don't get the extreme temps as some do and have found the helmet to be quite comfy but the chin vents didn't seem to be pushing any air on the hotter days while I riding. Even at highway speeds. Thanks to your video, I found the vent position lever on the inside and will set that to the other setting to see how well it flows. I can tell you, in the 'vent to visor' postion, nothing hits the face with those open. Again, I haven't been uncomfortable at all in the helmet, just thought it would get better airflow at speed. A big thanks to you, I may have unlocked the flow 😂. Will reply again with an update after experimenting. Here is where it gets interesting. On my early morning treks, all vents closed, I am feeling the cold air all over my face. Yes, chin curtain is in place. As I said about the wind noise, it could just be me and the way my body deals with each factor. And agree, the helmet accepts regular\sunglasses just fine but if one were to wear a style with large temples, it might not go so well. My Oakley FLAK 2.0 slide right in thanks to the very flexible and narrow temples. I would think, stiffer and wider temples would be a challenge to get into the groove. Overall, I am very satisfied with the helmet. But, like most riders, I am also looking into a "change of pace" helmet just to mix it up a bit. AGV K1S and K5 are on the radar.

Thank you for the review on this. This video sold me on getting this for my first helmet

It is also FIM certified.

I just purchased this helmet and I am very pleased with it. It was kinda loud without ear plugs so I got ear plugs and it’s absolutely perfect now. I rode on a windy day with lots of crosswinds and it was absolutely perfect. The aerodynamics is great , ventilation is great. Just get earplugs and you are good to go. Plus it’s super light!

Nice run down and a great lookin helmet!

I have a little bit older Scorpion helmet and my air bladder is bad . I can not get a replacement. It would be an easy job but the product is not to be had . The helmet still fits so I still use it .

Awesome review. One question how strong are the detents? Will the visor hold open on the freeway?

Hello, i also use Scorpion Exo R1 Air FQ20 since June 2022 until now, great helm, very light, many features, complete accessories, i just hope scorpion open official shop in Indonesia so i can get any part or accessories easily 🙃

Thank you for this detailed review! I’m debating between the R1 and the ST1400 Carbon Any thoughts on this?

Couldn’t agree more with your review. I’ve had this same helmet since June. One of the best ones I’ve had. I was right on the split between large and xl. I ended up going with the xl. I was worried it would break in and be loose but it hasn’t yet. Also I have the Cardo 4+ with the JBL speakers. And didn’t rub into the issues you had about the speaker cut outs. But like you said that’s minimal, overall I think it’s the best bang for its buck helmet wise.

Just bought one, had hjc, agv, icon, do you think this is better? I really liked the rpha11 in general

Im glad i saw this video as i was looking at this helmet for my daughter and wife. Problem is that we use the cardo g4 and Packtalk edge so I’m disappointed in learning about the speaker pockets.

Is the carbon worth the trade off for loud wind noise? Carbon vs. Quiet. I can’t decide which one I want to go with. Could I get your input?

I am really between this helmet and hjc rpha 11 carbon bleer . Which one would you choose out of these one? I am looking for a comfortable and quiet helmet . Does that air sistem caused you any problems ? Hjc visor and closing system seem more durable and heavy duty .

8:30 You want to line up the closest tab from the middle of the helmet first and then it should click right in.

Hi! I'm trying to decide between the AGV K1s and Scorpion Exo R1 Air. I know I need to try them on first, but in your opinion which one would you say is better? I'm a beginner rider and I'll only be riding on the street. I live in a hot and humid climate, so air flow and breathing room is a must. Noise won't really bother me because I'll wear ear plugs. Thanks for your help and great video!

Does the exor1 with FQ colors are the same materials?

Hi riding dad. I’m really intrigued. As I am doing my research for my secondly helmet, which I will be buying soon. What’s the next helmet that you are going to do a long term review on?

Thank you for the review.. could you tell me 3 options of full face helmet that are quite in you opinion?

I just bought the corpus version. This is my secondary helmet. I still like my AGV K6. The K6 was cheaper and feels more premium. But the R1 is still a nice helmet

It is a good helmet and a good value, but I didn’t think it was as quiet or as ventilated as the reviews indicated. My old Arai Quantum that it replaced was actually better in those areas. The visor will not remain in that cracked open position when riding at a decent pace. Crash worthiness: Lost the front one day an smacked my head on the pavement. Broke a couple of ribs, popped an lung and rang my bell. I was little dizzy for about 5 seconds, but other than that no concussion or other head injury. All in all a decent helmet, I think I just expected a little more out of it than what it could deliver at that price point. It’s a nice looking helmet for sure.

Will make a review video of the Arai Corsair X helmet?

I'm interested in purchasing this helmet. How much do you think I can grab this for nowadays in good condition?

I have an icon helmet. Same "issue" with speaker pocket (cardo) i just used a soldering iron to make it fit properly...lol Now i was quite disapointed with that icon material quality..never again..

How is the wind noise in this compared to the EXO-Tech EVO Carbon?

Thanks for the great review @ridin dad! What helmets do you have that are more quiet than this helmet, if I may ask? I don't have great hearing, have a loud naked bike in a more upright seating position (Triumph Street Triple) and want to get a comm system (Cardo or Sena). Had the Ruroc Atlas 4.0 but I couldn't hear well with it so returned it.

Hello i have a question whats the difference between the SCORPION EXO-1400 EVO II and the R1? I attach great importance to appearance. Both have a Carbon Onyx version, but I like the color of the 1400 better. Do they have the same components or is a helmet better? So does the R1 have so many better functions that it is more worth buying?

How does this compare to the AGV K6?

I need a new helmet! How is this noise compared to the icon airflight?

Can´t decide between this one and the Corpus II version🤔

Hey, i was planning on getting a Arai Quantic but i likes this helment too. have you had chamce to compare both helmets which would you say is better?

So are the speaker cutouts completely useless for cardo 40mm speakers since they don’t fit.. or does it at least make things “better” vs. ‘Zero speaker cutouts’ (e.g. like my current Bell Race Star)? 😡 Also, did you happen to order those cheek pads from “Champion Helmets” ( Netherlands)? Heard they’re notorious for not carrying stock yet fulfilling orders thus need to wait for months and and hard to get refunds…

So the carbon fiber is just a finish? Because right now there seems to be quite a few different models. Do they all provide the same level of protection and fetures?

will this fit large glasses? Seems like such a great value 96 dB

Whats the orher helmet youre refering to?

can you put the exo com on this or would you recommend something else ?

Why should I buy this over the exo-st 1400? The 1400 has a sun visor. The R1 doesn't add any front vents which all top of the line non-visor full faces have. So it seems to me like you're paying more for this helmet but really it's a step back from it's other cheaper option. Not sure what makes it so "race-ready" and the exo only "street style". Any thoughts? I'm considering the Exo but sun-visor doesn't go adequately low enough. And I'm anyhow really pulling for the Shoei rf-1400 but will give the Scorpion a try on at the store.

Do you know anyone who has crashed in this helmet and how its safety is compared to the normal R1 air? Also what are your thoughts on Scorpion helmets being made in China? Thanks

They are more ore less throwing them out at the moment to make room for the evo. Just bought myself one for about 330$ - I doubt that anything comes even close to that price/performance value. I will use it more for Karting then for Riding - and are kinda eager to find out how it handles that.

Thanks, I have one on order and now keep seeing the noise is horrible at speed, true?

What head shape does it fit?

What is your newest helmet?

I just bought FABIO QUARTARARO version R1 and its amazing 🥰😍

Its really hard to believe it will protect your head looking how light this helmet weights. It's a nice helmet, I got a rpha 11 carbon on promotion and went for it after returning the r1 due pack damaged.

Shoei Air 2 ? is my guess

Would it fit the cardo 45mm speakers at all?

I have this helmet, in Leguna Seca. It's a great helmet, don't get me wrong but I do regret buying it. I have an EXO R420 helmet as well, and the r1 Air I have doesnt really offer anything much better in terms of features and it's less attractive as a helmet. It's too "masculine" for my tastes as a female rider in the way the helmet is shaped at the chin bar. I never use the air fit system even though I thought I would. I was told to buy an expensive really good helmet and I'd see the feel the diference, but it seems my 160$ R420 is just as good. Now This is a good helmet, and it is for sure a better choice over Ruroc hands down. I would absolutely recommend it, BUT I'd also reocmmend the T520 or the R420 as well. Don't waste your money on Ruroc, this is better. But the R420 and T520 are great choices too. Nama-sushi White and purple looks epic. I have the Namaskar White and gold R420 and I LOVE the way that helmet looks. I think I will be replacing my R1 Air with a T520 and giving the R1 to my boyfriend.

thanks for making me bust chris

As a beginner i got no clue what helmet to buy.

I have the Harley Davidson version . It’s Air X3 great helmet but to me the size is one size lower so if your size L get the XL ones .

cost 960$ in canada after tax. but still gonna give it a shot.

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Carbon Fiber and safety? I just was hearing James Cameron (Titanic) talking about why Carbon Fiber was the weak point on the sub that exploded.

You’re convincing me that I need to start uploading videos. But I don’t think the world is ready to hear a real man’s opinion.

Its funny everyone calls this helmet cheep i find it expensive.