The Best Helmet? Is Shoei RF-1400 the Answer? Review and First Impressions

I wanted the best motorcycle helmet so I bought a Shoei RF-1400. Here's what I think.

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It’s just, like, my opinion, man.

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[lexingtonconcord]

I bought a Shoei RF1400 in the summer of 2022. In October 2022, I was hit hard and fast from behind on I-44 between Springfield and Joplin Missouri. The car hit me so fast and so hard... it came right up through the tailpipe, bending the middle of the frame upwards, throwing me skyward and sideways off the highway. I don't know if I was rendered unconscious or not, it happened so fast. I found myself lying a few feet into the grass off the shoulder. My lower body was broken pretty bad (three months later, and I'm just now transitioning from a wheelchair to a walker), but somehow my head and shoulders were not injured! This helmet took a number of impacts, as it had damage in two or three locations (front and back). Somehow, God blessed me that this helmet protected me... I'm writing this review for Shoei and placing it in a number of popular online locations to show my thanks for the RF-1400!
And thank you God!
Additionally, this helmet was super comfortable and fit my head snug as a bug in a rug!
(P.S. Don't ride your motorcycle on highways at night)

[cdv]

I have had this helmet a couple months, yes it is tight when taking it off and on but it's a lot better after breaking it in. One feature I do love about this helmet and the reason I got it, the noise. I've had 3 or 4 helmets and this is the quietest one by far. I can actually hear my speakers very well. Still hear the wind noise a little but I'm impressed with the sound!! And a Shoei will protect your head, one of the best a out doing that. Hope this helps someone to decide which helmet to purchase!!👍

[Mitchwilmarth]

A Sena or Cardo can still be mounted to this helmet. Revzill and Gears & Gadgets videos on this helmet show you still can. It's just a tight fit and might press the cheek pad closer to your face when using the clamp style mount or you can just use the adhesive mount instead.

[pdbordelon]

Just got my new RF-1400 MM93 Retro. Beautiful and comfortable helmet. Replaced my older RF/SR. No complaints here. Not cheap but cheaper than a traumatic brain injury!

[jackk.]

how did u manage to get a hold of a transition visor? I've had the helmet for a couple months and the stock has always been unavailable everywhere..

[flatcapcaferacer]

I have the same helmet and Sena 1.3 but I used the alternate 3M stick on mount and it works fine. However, the Sena speakers are a little to large for the cut out in the helmet. I removed the plastic screens in the speaker cavity so the speakers fit now.

[plap.]

Yep, always that way cheeper helmets good for three years better expensive helmets are good for five.
It is also that getting bounced around over the years can damage the protective part of the helmet, this could actually focus energy at the damaged part cause more damage to your skull than not wearing one at all

[wrathofdiablo]

Just got this in the Faust version and I love the fit. Bought a shark spartan RS earlier and that puts pressure on my temples so not so great for long rides. I can’t wait to try this out on my bike when I get back home!

[SneD]

How's the photochromic visor held after 2/3 years? Does it's degrade ?

[constructverlad]

Had no problems installing cardo with clip to the side.

[WhiteMagicBusa]

Been using this helmet for the track way before I got my first bike in 21. I wish it had better visibility, like the icon airflight does, one big problem I have is when I'm at a high speed, I feel like the helmet pushes my head back...a LOT. Lower speeds are fine, but the drag at the top end is pretty ridiculous. Other than that, love the helmet

[midnightt]

I tried this on at Cycle Gear. Felt like my ears were going to be ripped off. But it felt fine once the helmet was on. I bought it online waiting for it to come in. Hopefully it breaks in. How does it fit now that is broken in even more?

[rwdconnor]

Love seeing oregon riders on the tube!

Just ordered my RF-1400 last week, should come in on wednesday. Im very excited! I have a transition lens on my current sedici and love it. $200 is a tough price to pay for just a sheild tho :/

[marchufnagel]

I just recently got this helmet. Really liking it so far and feel it's a 5-star helmet as well.

[teddynugz]

Did you ever drop a transitions visor review? I don't see it anywhere

[GuglesTheDebil]

Yeah, well, that's just like uhhh your opinion man. I bought this helmet and you're right it is a bit tight. So there's a new intercom that fits the new 1400? The shop by me didn't even say there was one they just said the one they have doesn't fit, which was already $350. I was pretty bummed about it. Still considering the Cardo but don't really want to yet 😒

[itsjayrec]

I have this helmet for a few months now and I got cauliflower ear from it. Had to get my ear drained 3 times. It’s very tight to put on and take off. I wore it everyday pretty much and didn’t break it much.

[rbonwheels]

great video man, just got exactly the same Helment, how is that transtional visor working for you

[WesPorter]

Was that the transition visor in the video..it was pretty dark for a rainy day.

[TimWong]

Putting your gloves into your helmet also introduces oils and dirt and lessens the lifespan of your helmet. I think the RF series is the best overall helmet for street riding. Only thing I don’t like is the price.