Airoh Commander - Tests & Detailed Review

How good is the new Airoh Commander?

About a month ago I bought this Airoh Commander and after a number of tests, I am ready to share my opinion about it. Just to let you know that I am not sponsored or supported by Airoh, I bought this helmet with my own money. The exact price that I have paid was 300 euros/ 367$.

It is not cheap, but it has decent quality, and I am happy with what I got. Of course, there are many different brands and models to choose from, some are great, some not so, but to be honest I did not want to spend more money for a few very good reasons.

There are many different opinions on what helmet you should use, street, modular, or dual sport, like this, but this is a personal choice, and it is not the purpose of the video. So, let me finally tell you what I think about it. I will split the video into five different categories:

1. Price, 2. Quality, 3. Comfort, 4. Functionality and 5. Durability

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[EugeneYunak]

I have Airoh Aviator Ace for offroad and it's absolutely brilliant, so i tested the Commander for a while and it was a really good dual sport helmet! the only real reason i didn't buy it is that klim krios pro is lighter (but of course more expensive). the Commander felt better than XD4 and Hornet DS, not to mention the mid-range options of other manufacturers, so it punches way above it's price range. one thing that you didn't mention in the review but is probably important for dual sport riders is compatibility with goggles. Commander has a decent size port for googles and you can comfortably wear mid-size goggles without removing the visor, which is a huge plus! i wish it didn't have the sunglasses and was therefore a bit lighter, this is the only con for me personally.

[ictv]

Thanks Pavlin for the sensible review. I find I choose helmets based on their functionality and then how comfortable they are...I ride for fun and I want to enjoy it. So if it fits your needs and more importantly your head, buy it 🤔😎!

[pawelwolski]

Boy, thank you. I am on my 3rd beer and you made me feel ok about it.

[villaincatcher]

I have had this helmet for about two months and totally agree with Pavlin's review especially the ear spacing for audio being not deep enough and hurting your ears. I had to remove my audio. Secondly, the chin curtain comes loose every time you remove your helmet so glue it in. Thirdly, don't try to remove the lining entirely because you will never get it back in correctly. Lastly, the internal sun visor is very difficult to close and open even after two months of use. Great review Pavlin! 👍🇦🇺🦘🎄☃️🏍️

[SoundmanCH]

Hi Pavlin, I followed your example and bought the same helmet, in white, too. Since I can get them online only, I totally appreciate your review, thanks a lot!

[MOTOXPD]

because this video I bought Airoh Commander, thanks for the review, greetings from Indonesia 👍👍👍👍

[theravengeo]

Excellent review, I have a light grey Airoh commander too. Really comfortable and agree with all the pros and cons. I fitted a Cardo system with the same issue with the speaker locations, it has a small blank to remove on the side to run the cable but it isn't big enough to fit the connector through. Mine also came with side blanking plates so you can remove the visor to allow the use of goggles (another reason for the lip at the back to locate the strap) and a Gopro mount that fits under the blanking plate on the top. Really nice design.

[fountainofyouth]

I have plenty to do, and I don't drink beer- but I stayed anyway because I always watch your videos!

[marks]

Another good review, thank you. Still tossing up between the Airoh com & the Shoei GT air 1, different helmets but ATM I can get either of them for a similar price.🤔
Greetings from Australia. Safe riding & enjoy.

[Thumprider]

Thanks for your review. I bought my Airoh Commander Carbon this year and I absolutely love it. It's light and comfy and I can wear it easily on long runs. One disappointment in MY helmet was the sunvisor. It was kinda gray(ish), like a dirty car windshield. I hope you know what I mean. In a straight evening low sunlight, it was impossible to see through the sunvisor. I received the new visor as a warranty compensation but, we have wintertime atm. so, I haven't been able to test the new one yet.
But, all in all, absolutely the best helmet for me so far.

[Greger]

I have used the commander for nearly two years now.

Pros:
-it is very comfortable and suprisingly quiet
-the screen is very aero dynamic. And if you want to go on long high speed transport it is easy to remove.
-I think it is the best looking adventure helmet on the market.
-Sunvisor
-Very light

Cons:
-I got the yellow and black one and after two summer season the yellow color has become very sun bleached. Far beyond the original color. So consider buying it in white or black.
-The space for speakers is out of place and way to small. I had to scan the internet for the smallest speakers i could find and still had to carve into the foam wich i absolutely hate doing on a helmet.
-The outer shell is very uneven with almost no flat surfaces for mounting camera and intercom. It is also bad for high speed tarmac crashes wich can prevent the helmet from properly gliding on the tarmac wich can lead to additional neck trauma. This is why, for example, the arai x4 is completely round and smooth. It feels like a bit of prize versus safety really.

So will i buy it again? Probably not. The quality you get for the money is tempting but i dont want to carve into my helmet to fit my speakers.
I love the motocross look of the helmet but the uneven outer shell is way too unpractical and safety compromizing and makes it feel like, well a motocross helmet.

[jamesmccy]

What a great review, It has definitely convinced me that a commander is the helmet for me.

[georgigeorgiev]

Привет Павлин, след дълго търсене попаднах на твоето видео и веднага ми стана ясно, че това е моята каска. Поръчах я на късмет и съм ужасно доволен. Благодаря! Преди доста време когато си избирах мотор също ми помогна един твой тест в Берлин !
Поздрави

[brucekendall]

Nice to hear your point of view on the Brand/model.Thanks.

[rolandcarlile]

Great review
Been looking at these, made my mind up now to buy one.
Thanks.

[HondaDCT]

Airoh has got the bigest blend on market. Nice rev. my choice for a next helmet will be commander too.

[teneretraveller]

A good lid, but I like the flip over as it allows me to go open face when the weather permits. Many advantages for me, but to each their own.
Happy travels

[xazakotr]

Hi Pavlin,
Thank you for your engagement, your time, your nerves, all the rich and motivating videos, your energy and inspiration in the last year(s).
I wish you a amazing Christmas time and all the best, in your Chanel as well as private!
Stay healthy, stay motivated and always ride safe!

[mbasheer]

3rd like
2nd comment.
Good analysis Pavlin

[alexvalchuk]

I've recently bought one (grey). Today was the first test ride.