Scorpion Helmets?

[jimmystartup]

I've been seeing more and more of the Scorpion helmets around. Anyone have one or have any experice with one? Opinions wanted...thanks.

[stevem]

I've been considering one also and I posted the same question over at KLR650.net.  Of the eleven people who responded, all really liked the helmet, especially the ventilation and the no fog shield.  I've got one on order and will post a review after putting on some miles.

[Dave K]

I've been eyeballing the EXO-700 myself. Haven't read a bad review yet. Only complaint is a little bit of wind noise from the venting. Not a big deal if your an earplug or Etymotic ER-6i user on a 90 degree plus day!:lol:

Review:
http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/scorpion/

[bunsel]

Been wearing one for a year now.  Really like the no-fog shield.  It is a little noisy but a good set of ear plugs (which I always wear) makes the noise nonexistent.  For the money, would buy one again!

[big papa]

This is the helmet stealing market share from Arai.  I am one of the many former Arai Corsair customers too.  Only negative is noise.  No fog shields really work.

[bikerider]

I have an EXO-700. I love it!

[Sport]

I have an EXO-700. I love it!

What he said.  Found a guy on ebay selling them for under $200 delivered.

[Vladimir]

I've worn an EXO-700 and currently wear an EXO-400. Both are comfortable for me and the no-fog shield works great.  The ventilation in hot weather is great.  And the EXO-700 gave it's life protecting my head from pavement in a high-side about a year ago, so it's crash worthy in my opinion!

As an aside, I'd really like to see what these guys could do with a flip-up helmet...

[Ridinghigh]

I think this is one of the best deals out there. I have had a 700 for about a year and it i as comfortable for me as any other helmet I have tried on. It has all the features that other helmets do and some that they don't like the photochromatic shield. It is slightly noisier than more expensive helmets, but no by much and I always have my Shures in. I got mine for $170, so I coud almost get once for each bike...or one Arai...

[chornbe]

I just bought a Scorpion EXO-400 today. My commentary follows:


First, I fit a size Large in my Nolan and my HJC CL-15. I take a size Extra Large (XL) in the Scorpion. They seem to run a bit small; at least for my head shape whatever that happens to be. For comparison, both the Nolan and the HJC CL-15 fit me very comfortably (and correctly).

The EXO's cheek pads sit against my cheeks without mashing in my fase, so the feeling of protection without compromised comfort is +1! The whole helmet just seems to fit me just about right. One of my friends was unable to get comfortable in it, so do try it on before buying it sight unseen. I opted for the gray metallic helmet and I sprung for the additional Photo Sensitive shield which dims to a nice tint in sunlight.

Believe the advertising; the shields do NOT fog up. Today it was between 30 and 50 during an all day, 371 mile ride. I didn't use my heated gear, but I did use my heated grips and seat. It was chilly but not cold. My Noland - anti-fog insert in place - fogged up to some degree between my house and the dealer from which I bought the Scorp. The Scorp did NOT fog AT ALL, all day long, and after dark on the ride home. It just works.

The overall feel of the helmet is nice. The liner is removeable, the chin strap is the conventional D-loop style; there's nothing terribly fancy about the helmet's straps or liner. They do their job, as advertised, giving you good comfort and a good, if basic, feature set.

The shields come off in about 1.8 seconds with a twist of a knob at the center of the pivot on each side. Quick and easy. The ratchet that holds the shield in place is via a metal pin which rides in a plastic cam and seems like it will hold up. The metal pins are part of the shield. Replacement, clear shields run ~$20 if necessary. The photosensitive one is about $55 - well worth it IMO.

All in all the helmet is a fantastic value at the $129 advertised price. Fit and finish is good. The helmet feels mechanically solid and the standout feature - true antifog shieds - actually work; unlike some other "insert" or chemical treatment products (I've tried many over the years).

I can recommend this helmet. This now makes three helmets that fit me well, out of dozens owned and tested over the years, and that have been added to my gear closet.

[r2t2]

I've worn an EXO-700 and currently wear an EXO-400. Both are comfortable for me and the no-fog shield works great.  The ventilation in hot weather is great.  And the EXO-700 gave it's life protecting my head from pavement in a high-side about a year ago, so it's crash worthy in my opinion!

As an aside, I'd really like to see what these guys could do with a flip-up helmet...

Yeah, I'd like to see what they could do with flip helmet!!! Oh, and I really like my EXO-700.

[Guy]

+1 to most all of the positives above, I have really liked my helmet, and since it is getting close to replacement time, I may end up getting the same kind (still up in the air)
 
The (minor) negatives
-kinda heavy compared to other helmets
 
-The finish is fairly cheap. I noticed chips in the helmet paint that was not from dropping the helmet. Looks like maybe the helmet developed some cracks that the wind broke apart.
 
These are small, niggling downsides, and for the price, this is a helmet that can't be beat

[RickC1957]

Great info! Thanks peeps!

[sprint_st]

I wear XXL in both Arai and Shoei.  Arai is a tad tight and Shoei is a tad loose.  Wanted to get a Scorpion but they just dont' fit.  Too small.  They will get on the head but immediate hot spots in the temple.

[SuperHans]

Although I don't own one, I've heard nothing but good things about them.

[JonS]

This is the first "budget" helmet I have ever owned and I love it! It would be best to try one on rather than buy online. The cheek pads were fairly tight on me and I had to break it in to feel comfortable. Now its the best fitting helmet I've owned. Being fog free is a huge bonus.

[olderigetfasteriwas]

What he said. Found a guy on ebay selling them for under $200 delivered.

 
I bought mine at Helmet Harbor......$159.00 a year ago. Paid no shipping (4 miles from my house:lol: ).

[MK96xj]

I have the 400. The negatives are that the chin vent will suck up bugs and fire them behind the visor.
 
Check the seal at the top of the visor. As i understand, many have a gap between the visor and the seal causing the noise and a leak during heavy rain.
 
The seal thing really bothers me and i am trying methods to correct this. Their was one guy in a past post (pre server meld down) that sent his helmet back to Scorpion and it was replaced for this issue. I am trying a piece of wire under the seal to build it out. So far this seems to work.
 
Mike

[jschmidt]

Very popular, people who have them like them. The shield retention system may be faulty, causing the shield to detach in very minor accidents. But other than that, I haven't heard anything bad about them.

[gunwolff]

Love mine with 2 Farkels, 1 is a transition face shield and the other is a Super Visor I have light sensitive eyes and this works great for me. http://www.supervisor.com