Review : Daytona Cross-Over Full-face Helmet

 

 

I received quite a few queries with regards to the Shoei RFX that I reviewed not too long ago- it looks like that could be many riders sporting a similar full-face helmet in the near future. Truely, I find that the Shoei RFX that sells at approximately RM1k+ makes a good buy to invest in one's own safety.

Some queries that I received asked if I could recommend any other full-face helmets that do not cross the RM500 mark per piece. Well, when I first started biking on the Kawasaki Ninja 650R, the first pair of helmets that I purchased were as per the above pictures. The Daytona design helmets should be within the RM500 budget as per some of the queries- and the chief reason that I bought them was because they looked really cool and different from the stand-off-the-mill full-face helmets. Heck, the Shoei RFX looks plain simple when placed next to the Daytona design! Plus, they came with Sirim certification (DOT for overseas) so safety wasn't compromised.

For a helmet that cost within the RM500 region, I found the helmet to be quite comfortable- the cheek padding were snug and tight (similar to the Shoei RFX's), and gave the rider a sense of assurance. There was an inner retractable smoke shield so that you needn't wear sunglasses while riding, and the outer shield was said to be anti-scratch. The adjustable head and chin vents assisted in the flowing of sufficient air to keep one's head cooler.

On the other hand, the helmet was a bit heavier when compared to the Shoei RFX, and seemed to be noisier too when riding at higher speeds.

Further details of the helmet as lifted from Daytona Full-Face Helmets are as per the following :

• Fusion Of Motocross Rear And Full Face Front
• Meets Or Exceeds D.O.T. Standards
• Removable, Washable Interior
• Moisture Wicking Fabric Keeping You Cooler And More Comfortable
• Adjustable Chin And Forehead Ventilation
• Inner Retractable Smoke Shield
• Outer Anti-Scratch Shield (No Hassle Replacements Available)
• UV Clear Finish
• Comes With A Free Head Wrap (Valued At $5.95)
• Also Comes With A Draw String Cloth Bag
• Quick Release Latch Retention System

From the website, it would cost around RM350 when ordered online, excluding the taxes when the helmet arrives at our customs at LCCT. All in, it should still cost within the RM500 budget; or a simpler way would be to walk-in and purchase straight from bike accessories shops.

Some bike accessories shops would stick nice decals on the helmet to make it look more attractive as per the following pictures- and I think they look cool as cucumber, mate.

Ride safe, everyone!