Advice & Guides Video: Best 5 budget flipfront helmets
Flipfront helmets don't have to cost a fortune. These five belters won't leave you bankrupt...
10 Jun 2024
Scorpion Exo-1400 Evo Carbon Air
Scorpion Exo-GT SP Air
Scorpion ADX-2
Scorpion ADF-9000 Air
Scorpion ADF-9000 Carbon Air
Scorpion Exo-1500 Carbon Air
Scorpion Exo-1500 Air
Scorpion Exo-930
Scorpion Exo-Tech Carbon Evo
Scorpion Exo-Tech Evo
Scorpion Exo-530 Air
Scorpion Exo-530i Air
Scorpion Exo-520 Evo Air
Scorpion Exo-491
Scorpion Exo-391
Scorpion Exo Race Air
Scorpion Exo-Tech Pro
Scorpion Exo HX1 Carbon
Scorpion Exo Combat 2
Scorpion Covert FX
Scorpion Exo-R1 Evo II Carbon Air
Scorpion Exo Z1 Carbon
Scorpion Exo-City II
Scorpion Exo-GT Jet
Scorpion Exo-230
Scorpion Exo Belfast Evo
Scorpion Exo Belfast Evo Carbon
Scorpion Exo Belfast Evo Luxe
Scorpion Exo-Junior Air
Scorpion Exo-1500 Carbon Air - Carbon Fibre I have tried on about 50 helmets (no exaggeration) from so many different brands and some the same helmet but in two sizes. I have an oval shaped head. I originally bought an LS2 the same as my husbands but after sitting with it on for an hour, I started to feel pressure on the top and front of my head despite it being a size small but my head measures extra small. He find his LS2 so comfortable but he has a round head. I saw another review on this scorpion helmet where the guy sent it back and got an LS2 where as I have done the opposite. I am in between a size XS and S.
XS was too snug and the S was only slightly too big BUT after adding a balaclava and pumping up the cheeks with the airfit system, it is a perfect fit. Finally I have a helmet that fits and with glasses too. No pressure points and the material inside is so soft. No problem with ventilation and is light to wear being carbon. If you’re struggling to find a helmet with a small oval shaped head, then try this one. I did have to fiddle with the chin strap a lot to make it tighter as even fully done up it was loose. Quick you tube video helped with that.
Thank you to the Boston crew for getting so many helmets out for me and for suggesting the balaclava. It made all the difference. Very happy with my lovely new helmet!
Scorpion Exo-GT SP Air - Flex Gloss Black / Neon Red Comfortable very lightweight
Scorpion Exo-1500 Carbon Air - Carbon Onyx Had an exo 1400 Carbon in the past, but I ordered online and the wrong size so I eventually switched to a GT Air 3, but I always felt it looked too big due to the shell size.
Then I saw this and knew instantly I had to get one. It’s just stunning in the flesh and so light and comfortable.
Comes with a pin lock visor and a tinted visor, how they can do all that for this price is simply beyond me.
I have a photochromatic visor on order for the winter months.
Scorpion Exo-Tech Evo - Team Black / Red Unfortunately due to the stitching on chin strap, helmet is uncomfortable and unwearable
Scorpion Exo-GT SP Air - Flex Gloss Black / Neon Red I wore this first time round, on a 3 day trip. The snugness, fit and all round quality of this helmet was impressive. I went one size larger than I would do on other helmets, and it paid off. The fit was perfect. No pressure points after a long days ride. Ventilation is really good too. It’s my first ever Scorpion helmet, and I have to say, I’m impressed! The neon red is by far the most noticeable colour out there, and as a result, HAS to help towards being seen on a bike! Its light weight means that there is virtually no strain on your neck or head. An awesome piece of kit.
Scorpion Exo-1400 Evo Carbon Air - Solid Black Scorpion EXO-1400 Evo Carbon Air Helmet Review
Been using the Scorpion EXO-1400 Evo Carbon Air (solid black) for a bit now and I’m really happy with it.
First thing I noticed was the fit – it suits my head shape really well straight out of the box. The air cushion system inside is a nice touch too, you can pump it up to get a tighter fit which makes it feel really secure, then let it down if needed.
It also came with a smoked visor, which is a bonus and saves having to buy one separately.
Compared to my old Shark Skwal helmet, this one feels a lot lighter, which you definitely notice on longer rides. Much more comfortable overall.
The vents work well too – airflow is decent and you don’t end up feeling too hot, even on longer runs.
It’s also got an internal sun visor, which is really handy when the sun comes out.
Overall, really impressed with it. Feels like a proper step up in quality and comfort.
Would definitely recommend it.
Scorpion Exo-391 - Matt Black Great helmet, fits great and very comfortable