The Nexx X.Lifecountry helmet is designed to pair the flexibility of a flipfront with the rugged styling of an adventure helmet. With its peak, elongated chin section and dual-homologation, it promises to work as both a full-face and an open-face, adapting to everything from long tours to dusty off-road trails. Here's how I found it over 1500 miles of use in both the UK and the punishing environment of a flyaway tour in the Indian region of Ladakh.
Fit & comfort
Fit was spot-on in my usual size medium, so it's consistent with other helmets I’ve worn. The padding sits snugly around my crown and jawline, keeping the helmet comfortable even through full days in the saddle. Heat and dust didn’t unsettle it in Ladakh, nor did long motorway miles back home in Britain.
My only real irritation is with the chin strap: the two soft covers don’t quite meet, leaving a gap that causes rubbing on my chin.
A pulled-up necktube solves the problem, but a simple design tweak would remove it altogether. Otherwise, I find this to be a very comfortable lid.
Noise & aerodynamics
Adventure lids with peaks and flip mechanisms can be noisy, but the Nexx surprised me. It’s quieter than many helmets I’ve used, thanks in part to a tight seal around the neck. Even with the chinbar raised, I find the sound levels are respectable.
Stability is good up to motorway speeds, and I've never experienced wobble or buffeting. The peak doesn't generate the turbulence I feared, even though its styling looks like an add-on rather than an integral part of the design.
Photography: Jose Mas
I tested the helmet both with and without the peak, and the difference in noise and stability was marginal.
There's a peak extender section supplied with the helmet and even when fitting that I don't have any turbulence or noise issues.
Chinbar operation
The flip mechanism is intuitive: a large red button on the chin makes opening straightforward, even while wearing thick gloves.
Once raised, the chinbar locks in place securely. At lower speeds in Ladakh, I often rode with it open, enjoying the airflow and wide field of vision. At higher speeds, the wind can catch the underside of the chinbar, so I preferred to keep it closed.
Vision & visor system
I find forward and peripheral vision are excellent, making lifesavers effortless. The visor has four intermediate positions, with a Pinlock 70 insert supplied as standard, which kept misting at bay in the limited rain I encountered.
Swapping visors or removing the peak requires tools, as the visor and peak share the same screw fixings. It’s straightforward enough with the right kit, but less convenient than quick-release systems offered by rivals.
A drop-down sun visor is included, operated by a glove-friendly slider on the side of the helmet. The sun visor covers almost the entire field of view, leaving just a small strip at the base, and I found it very effective in strong sunlight.
Ventilation
The X.Lifecountry comes with a single chin vent, a top vent, and twin exhausts at the rear. Both intakes are easy to operate in gloves.
In UK conditions they provided a good flow of fresh air, but in 40°C Ladakhi heat they inevitably pushed in hot air. At low speeds I preferred flipping the chinbar up for real relief — one of the key advantages of a flipfront helmet.
Fastening & safety
The micrometric buckle to fasten the strap is simple, reliable and stayed put throughout my travels. Safety certification is to the latest ECE 22.06 standard, which inspires confidence, even if the helmet hasn’t been through SHARP testing at the time of writing this. At 1925g it’s on the heavier side, though I didn’t find the weight an issue in use.
Intercom compatibility
I didn’t fit an intercom, but the Nexx X-Com 3 and Nexx X-Com 3 Pro are dedicated systems that slot neatly into recesses on the shell, keeping the exterior uncluttered. Inside, there are cut-outs for speakers, so installation should be straightforward.
Conclusion
The Nexx X.Lifecountry is a flexible and comfortable adventure helmet that transitions smoothly between full-face, open-face and peaked adventure modes. It’s well suited to riders who want one lid to cover multiple roles, whether that’s long-distance touring, urban commuting, or exploring dusty trails.
Apart from the chin strap irritation and the need for tools to swap the visor and remove the peak, I find it hard to fault. For riders looking for adaptability without sacrificing comfort, it’s definitely worth a place on the shortlist.
