Shoei X-14 Helmet Review at RevZilla.com

Shoei X-14 Helmet Review

The Shoei X-14 Helmet is the latest, top-of-the-line offering go-fast motorcycle helmets for professional riders and ardent track day enthusiasts. Crafted to exacting specifications that set it apart in the world of high-end race helmets, the X-14 stands at the front of the pack when it comes to premium quality and precision performance. The aerodynamically optimized outer shell is one of the smallest and lightest in the industry for more stable riding in a deep tuck. At the same time, features such as a max-flow ventilation system and 3D Max-Dry interior work to provide a comfortable experience within the helmet itself. Designed specifically for the leaders of the pack, the X14 from Shoei is an apex juggernaut that will firmly hold its place at the top of the podium for years to come.

[acruzp]

This guy is such a great salesman... the kind who is informed and sharp and doesn't trip on words or concepts.

[tendrax]

Love the addition of footage of the helmet in use.

[flycbr]

I counted Anthony, and you have now used the word "juggernaut" 17, 324 times! Love you guys! Thanks for the insight and your opinion. Don't ever change Revzilla!!!!

[williamnguyen]

I am currently using X12, rocking on it every single day since 2012. Had been commuting with it, the canyon with it, doing multiple track day with it and I have to say it is the best 700USD I have ever spend for motorcycle gear.

I feel like the helmet is a special design just for me, it fit me so well since the beginning until now.

Can wait to touch my hand on the new X14 and dreaming of swapping out my X12 as well.

Great job, great review Revzilla.

[gtxviper]

Thanks Anthony, your the best reviewer.

I've done 12k miles in an X-12 with stock pads and it, for me, is the best helmet I've ever ridden in. Never noticed the visibility issue when maxing out my blade. The only issue with the X-12, I found, was the spring that seals the visor relax after about 6k miles which lets is a wee breeze at speed and it really needs the air mask to get the best from the anti fog in all weathers. Compared with the X-14, the X-12 has better ventilation over the top of the head but the cheek vents in the X-14 really do work well, maybe too well, especially when I go beardless. Much prefer the visor latch on the X-12; the vents are so good I ride with it locked all the time. The difference in buffeting between the two is somewhat noticeable but really only after about 150mph but then again the X-12 was so much better than anything I had before that I never noticed what buffeting it did have.

In the end I never bought one, only tried it for a weekend, I preferred the X-12. There's still life in her and I really didn't like the current range of colour schemes.

In my opinion, if you find this helmet fits your head then the X-14 is the one to get.

[mediumugly]

City riding with even an empty backpack I feel a lot of buffeting the side to side swing catches air weird in the upright. 3/4, full tuck or in a race suit this thing is solid best way to describe it with track or canyon riding is I forget it’s on my head. The cheek vent isn’t enough to feel the breeze but it’s enough to not sweat kinda just don’t notice it which is better than noticing heat. Also if you ever debated the transition lens do it it’s amazing been riding with it for a good amount of time now

[tuwhelzreally]

great review!! been watching you almost 5 years. your awesome!

[chrisnutter]

Anthony could sell us a used candy wrapper and we would buy it. Incredibly articulate and engaging, regardless of the item. What a skill set… his reviews are the best!

[DonWick_Actual]

*Rails thick line of coke* HEY THIS IS ANTHONY WITH REVZILLA TV.

[stephenwade]

My tax return couldn't have came in at a better time 😁

[barntswithbraidey]

Mr Tony, if you ever see this comment, you were a fantastic sales man and I love revilla because of you. 🍻🍻

[jasonlimbh]

Very great intro on this helmet. I've bought mine with Bradley Smith design. Noise reduction are awesome. Wind flow are great. Love the comfortable feel.

[tekniqs]

Gonna wait until reviews come out for the new bell pro star before deciding on what my next helmet is going to be. This x14 seems awesome as hell tho

[snonnn]

just bought this helmet and simply the best helmet i ever put on. it, s so comfortable and flow a ton of air to the helmet. i live in indonesia which hot as hell but i still can feela breeze of air flowing inside the helmet. compare to my other helmet (corsa r, corsair x, rpha 11, x802rr) X14 beat them all for both comfort and ventilation. my only complain is the cheekpad are a bit loose for me. it, s not as snug as i want it to be

[dzigomanis]

Wow, I was set on the AGV Corsa. Now I have a tough decision after watching this review.

[princejamalminhas]

I recently bought this helmet as my first serious helmet and oh boy, I didn't know it had so much customization :O

[Pmason]

I'm a huge Shoei fan and I currently own a X12 I'm hoping that Shoei will release more colors for the X14 before the riding season starts. I own a RC8R and would love to have a nice graphic with orange in it.

[mikeclites]

I am waiting to see what you guys have to say about the new Bell Star Pro coming out very soon.

[HighGrade_FireBlade]

Don’t understand how SHOEI still not using any slip plane or multi density materials like MIPS or Bells Flex system. I love the look of the x14 and would have purchased it. I just felt the bell Race Star Flex offered more in terms of safety, and for the same price. Plus, shoei makes you pay $200 for their photochromic visor and Bell gives you one along with a clear…. Unless your racing with an organization that requires an FIM helmet, there is no reason to choose the x14 over the race star.

[brokenlegz]

Does that mean there might be an updated model soon?