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Michael · 02-09-2010, 10:51 AM

There are some pretty decent deals right now on X-11's because they're discontinued. I've tried some on and they fit really well, just wondering how people who have had theirs for a while like them. Thanks!

Lone Rider · 02-09-2010, 11:03 AM

Love mine.
Got it to replace my RF1000 which saved my bacon in a track day crash.
Its a must to get a pinlock shield though.
For whatever reason Shoei shields fog badly in winter riding and the expensive pinlocks flat work. Fog city stick ons work too but the optics suck and they scratch easily.

Try wearing a helmet for a few minutes while test fitting in a shop. Walk around in it, yada yada.
If no pressure point come up you are good to go.
I had to add thicker cheek pads to the 1000 for a tight fit, but not the 11.

Michael · 02-09-2010, 11:06 AM

Yeah, I tried one on for several minutes and it felt good- snug but not uncomfortable and no pressure points. Thanks for the info about them fogging, I'll have to look out for that.

dwschultzy · 02-09-2010, 11:12 AM

fogging seems to be an issue with the shoei's

shame....nice helmets and you would think with the amount of cash you dump into them....they'd not have the issue

Lone Rider · 02-09-2010, 11:17 AM

You can get by cracking open the standard shield at a stop and low speeds. The vents will clear the shield at speed.
I was riding in rain, cold and was tired of doing that. Plus I wanted the vent closed for cold riding.
Try without a pinlock for a while. You might not be as anal as I am about it.
You pay about $90 for a pinlock shield and 1 insert.
I'm going to get a tinted insert when summer comes. Have a clear now. It will be nice packing a thin flexable insert on trips. Instead of messing with another shield.

Lone Rider · 02-09-2010, 11:21 AM

Originally Posted by dwschultzy

fogging seems to be an issue with the shoei's

shame....nice helmets and you would think with the amount of cash you dump into them....they'd not have the issue

Yea, unfortunately I cant wear much else. Blockhead here.
Love a Arai but none of the 4 shapes fit without bad pressure points..
For street I wont wear anything else.
Nothing against the other brands, just a Tom thing.

Seattle · 02-09-2010, 11:34 AM

I tried both the 1000 and the X11. The 11 was lighter but much noisier. I chose to go with the 1000.

dwschultzy · 02-09-2010, 11:41 AM

Originally Posted by Lone Rider

Yea, unfortunately I cant wear much else. Blockhead here.
Love a Arai but none of the 4 shapes fit without bad pressure points..
For street I wont wear anything else.
Nothing against the other brands, just a Tom thing.

after destroying my rx-7.....i opted for a rf-1000 as a replacement

i got a screaming deal on it from another forum member who's father had only worn it a couple times

i was greatly dissapointed in how much the factory clear sheild fogged up
and
i'm not exactly impressed or happy with the way the excess strap clasp works

but....i cant really complain....considering i paid nothing near new price for a practically new helmet

i'm going to try the pin-lock and if that dont satisfy my wants.....its going back on the shelf as a pure back up helmet

my cheap hjc and icon helmets both have dark smoke faceshields on them and they dont fog up near as much as the shoei does
thats whats so dissapointing to me about something that is supposed to be of "higher quality"

Buz · 02-09-2010, 11:42 AM

I have the X-11 and love it.
Fog has not been a problem for me.

king_ogre · 02-09-2010, 12:32 PM

Originally Posted by Lone Rider

Love mine.

For whatever reason Shoei shields fog badly in winter riding and the expensive pinlocks flat work. Fog city stick ons work too but the optics suck and they scratch easily.

Originally Posted by dwschultzy

fogging seems to be an issue with the shoei's

Originally Posted by Lone Rider

You can get by cracking open the standard shield at a stop and low speeds. The vents will clear the shield at speed.
I was riding in rain, cold and was tired of doing that. Plus I wanted the vent closed for cold riding.

00000000000

Love the helmet, hate the fogging. I went fog city insert and, even with the bad optics, it was sig better than the fogging issues.

-R

Buz · 02-09-2010, 12:46 PM

I found if you control your breathing the vent system works fine and fog is not a problem.
At least under way.
If you are stopped open the visor or you will start to fog like any other helmet.

FatMatt · 02-09-2010, 12:47 PM

Originally Posted by dwschultzy

fogging seems to be an issue with the shoei's

shame....nice helmets and you would think with the amount of cash you dump into them....they'd not have the issue

As long as I use the provided fog shield with my RF1000 I don't have an issue with it fogging.

GSXR-RACER · 02-09-2010, 01:43 PM

I have 2 of them.. They are great!!

Michael · 02-09-2010, 03:29 PM

Cool. I just ordered one (got the Elias TC1), got it for $369. Not a bad deal....

quik99 · 02-09-2010, 05:30 PM

My rf1000 fogs really bad also, other than that great helmet. I will try the pin sheild out tho..

Kingair33 · 02-09-2010, 10:12 PM

Make sure to check the manufacture date on the helmet. On Shoei's it's inside the helmet under the liner, you just have to slide the liner around to see the sticker. No sense in paying $400+ for a four, or five, year old helmet.

gixxerjeff · 02-09-2010, 10:17 PM

great helmet! with the shoei shields. wash in water and dawn soap. no fog!

Kresto · 02-09-2010, 11:47 PM

Their junk, get one of these.

FatMatt · 02-09-2010, 11:49 PM

You know how I know your ghey?

Originally Posted by Kresto

Their junk, get one of these.

Michael · 02-10-2010, 07:50 AM

Originally Posted by Kresto

Their junk, get one of these.

I already have one of those, but I use it as a jock.

DGA · 02-10-2010, 08:24 AM

Respro Foggy Mask works really well. I have a RF-1000 and it did wonders. No fogging in a downpour with the face shield down.

Edit: It does make it a pita to take the helmet off till you kind of figure it out, but it works so well that this can be overlooked.

Kresto · 02-11-2010, 12:34 AM

Originally Posted by Michael

I already have one of those, but I use it as a jock.

Michael · 02-11-2010, 03:43 PM

Originally Posted by Michael

Cool. I just ordered one (got the Elias TC1), got it for $369. Not a bad deal....

Weird, I just happened to look back at the site I got it from and now they've raised the price to $400.

Voidrider · 02-11-2010, 04:19 PM

LOVE mine. Got it half off on a sale (about $300) - small size plain silver, fine for me. The fit is PERFECT, and that is how I judge a helmet.

I think the fogging/not fogging issues relate to weather and conditions riders will ride in. Mine fogs up like crazy in temps below 50. Had a Fog City shield insert in my previous helmet (Shoei X-Tec). Opted for a Pinlock system this time around, ~$85 for Pinlock visor, a clear and a tinted visor (Motorcycle USA). Wanted to have the option of swapping out tints on a ride and not have to carry a different visor - the inserts take up a LOT less space.

Overall the helmet has worked just outstandingly well so far, and I've had it since about May of last year.

Stringcheese · 02-11-2010, 05:11 PM

on the pinlock shield. Never had an issue with fogging since and wouldn't own a shoei without one.

smcnees · 02-11-2010, 07:18 PM

Love the X-11 so much that I have 2 of them. Super light, lots of vents and easily replaceable pads to make it fit like brand new once it's packed out. As for pin lock, not so much on the track. When I'm in a full tuck the top of the insert was directly in my line of sight. Disappointing since it should have made it so easy to swap from clear to smoked lenses.

Michael · 02-16-2010, 06:27 PM

Anyone tried using the feature that cracks open the visor via the lever to clear condensation? (http://www.shoei-helmets.com/support...leven_2003.pdf, page 4). I haven't had a chance to play with my X11 yet to see how/if it works.

FatMatt · 02-16-2010, 06:34 PM

Originally Posted by Michael

Anyone tried using the feature that cracks open the visor via the lever to clear condensation? (http://www.shoei-helmets.com/support...leven_2003.pdf, page 4). I haven't had a chance to play with my X11 yet to see how/if it works.

Ya, it works. If the helmet fits you properly & you use the fog shield it came with, you will probably never need to use it.

Willow · 02-16-2010, 08:19 PM

Originally Posted by Michael

Anyone tried using the feature that cracks open the visor via the lever to clear condensation? (http://www.shoei-helmets.com/support...leven_2003.pdf, page 4). I haven't had a chance to play with my X11 yet to see how/if it works.

I've had mine for a little over a year and love it, but never knew about this feature. Thanks for pointing that out, it's works great. I don't use this helmet during the colder or winter months, cuz I have a Arai with the no fog inner face shield. But I love my Shoei, now I love it even more

FatMatt · 02-16-2010, 08:36 PM

Originally Posted by Willow

I've had mine for a little over a year and love it, but never knew about this feature. Thanks for pointing that out, it's works great. I don't use this helmet during the colder or winter months, cuz I have a Arai with the no fog inner face shield. But I love my Shoei, now I love it even more

Your Shoei should have come with one also.

Willow · 02-16-2010, 09:52 PM

Originally Posted by FatMatt

Your Shoei should have come with one also.

Hmmm...............nope it didn't.


02-09-2010, 10:51 AM	#1
Michael Superbiker Joined: Jan 2010 From: Kenmore, WA I Ride: GS500E	Shoei X-11 a good helmet? There are some pretty decent deals right now on X-11's because they're discontinued. I've tried some on and they fit really well, just wondering how people who have had theirs for a while like them. Thanks! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-09-2010, 11:03 AM	#2
Lone Rider Streetfighter Joined: Feb 2009 From: Pennisula backroads I Ride: 2006 ZX-14, future rat bike	Love mine. Got it to replace my RF1000 which saved my bacon in a track day crash. Its a must to get a pinlock shield though. For whatever reason Shoei shields fog badly in winter riding and the expensive pinlocks flat work. Fog city stick ons work too but the optics suck and they scratch easily. Try wearing a helmet for a few minutes while test fitting in a shop. Walk around in it, yada yada. If no pressure point come up you are good to go. I had to add thicker cheek pads to the 1000 for a tight fit, but not the 11. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by Lone Rider; 02-09-2010 at 11:08 AM..


02-09-2010, 11:06 AM	#3
Michael Superbiker Joined: Jan 2010 From: Kenmore, WA I Ride: GS500E	Yeah, I tried one on for several minutes and it felt good- snug but not uncomfortable and no pressure points. Thanks for the info about them fogging, I'll have to look out for that. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-09-2010, 11:12 AM	#4
dwschultzy MotoGP Contender Joined: Nov 2007 From: right over there Blog Entries: 2 I Ride: various paved roads in warshington	fogging seems to be an issue with the shoei's shame....nice helmets and you would think with the amount of cash you dump into them....they'd not have the issue __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-09-2010, 11:17 AM	#5
Lone Rider Streetfighter Joined: Feb 2009 From: Pennisula backroads I Ride: 2006 ZX-14, future rat bike	You can get by cracking open the standard shield at a stop and low speeds. The vents will clear the shield at speed. I was riding in rain, cold and was tired of doing that. Plus I wanted the vent closed for cold riding. Try without a pinlock for a while. You might not be as anal as I am about it. You pay about $90 for a pinlock shield and 1 insert. I'm going to get a tinted insert when summer comes. Have a clear now. It will be nice packing a thin flexable insert on trips. Instead of messing with another shield. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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02-09-2010, 11:34 AM	#7
Seattle Zone Head Joined: Jun 2008 From: Renton I Ride: VFR 750 / SM XR650l / F2 Track / CL360	I tried both the 1000 and the X11. The 11 was lighter but much noisier. I chose to go with the 1000. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-09-2010, 11:42 AM	#9
Buz MotoGP Contender Joined: Jan 2005 From: Bremerton,WA I Ride: 08 Zed x 10R , 94 KDX 250	I have the X-11 and love it. Fog has not been a problem for me. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-09-2010, 12:46 PM	#11
Buz MotoGP Contender Joined: Jan 2005 From: Bremerton,WA I Ride: 08 Zed x 10R , 94 KDX 250	I found if you control your breathing the vent system works fine and fog is not a problem. At least under way. If you are stopped open the visor or you will start to fog like any other helmet. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-09-2010, 01:43 PM	#13
GSXR-RACER MotoGP Contender Joined: Nov 2005 From: Pasco, Washington I Ride: 04" Mladin Edition	I have 2 of them.. They are great!! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-09-2010, 03:29 PM	#14
Michael Superbiker Joined: Jan 2010 From: Kenmore, WA I Ride: GS500E	Cool. I just ordered one (got the Elias TC1), got it for $369. Not a bad deal.... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-09-2010, 05:30 PM	#15
quik99 WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Jul 2007 From: Olympia I Ride: K6 GSXR 600	My rf1000 fogs really bad also, other than that great helmet. I will try the pin sheild out tho.. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-09-2010, 10:12 PM	#16
Kingair33 Training Wheels Joined: Nov 2009 From: Downtown PDX I Ride: Honda RS125 & Yamaha FZR600	Make sure to check the manufacture date on the helmet. On Shoei's it's inside the helmet under the liner, you just have to slide the liner around to see the sticker. No sense in paying $400+ for a four, or five, year old helmet. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-09-2010, 10:17 PM	#17
gixxerjeff emw2k9 beer pong champions Joined: Oct 2006 From: Valley of the Sun, AZ I Ride: 06 gixxer 1000	great helmet! with the shoei shields. wash in water and dawn soap. no fog! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-09-2010, 11:47 PM	#18
Kresto Superbiker Joined: Jun 2007 From: Tenino WA I Ride: Dorky GreenMachine	Their junk, get one of these. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-10-2010, 08:24 AM	#21
DGA MotoGP Contender Joined: Jun 2007 From: Portland, Oregon I Ride: naked	Respro Foggy Mask works really well. I have a RF-1000 and it did wonders. No fogging in a downpour with the face shield down. Edit: It does make it a pita to take the helmet off till you kind of figure it out, but it works so well that this can be overlooked. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-11-2010, 04:19 PM	#24
Voidrider Training Wheels Joined: Aug 2008 From: Klamath Falls I Ride: '96 Kawasaki EX 250	LOVE mine. Got it half off on a sale (about $300) - small size plain silver, fine for me. The fit is PERFECT, and that is how I judge a helmet. I think the fogging/not fogging issues relate to weather and conditions riders will ride in. Mine fogs up like crazy in temps below 50. Had a Fog City shield insert in my previous helmet (Shoei X-Tec). Opted for a Pinlock system this time around, ~$85 for Pinlock visor, a clear and a tinted visor (Motorcycle USA). Wanted to have the option of swapping out tints on a ride and not have to carry a different visor - the inserts take up a LOT less space. Overall the helmet has worked just outstandingly well so far, and I've had it since about May of last year. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-11-2010, 05:11 PM	#25
Stringcheese MotoGP Contender Joined: May 2008 From: Clarkinsas, WA I Ride: 09 ZX6r	on the pinlock shield. Never had an issue with fogging since and wouldn't own a shoei without one. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-11-2010, 07:18 PM	#26
smcnees Endorsed Joined: Nov 2006 From: Poulsbo I Ride: Rain-FJR/Sun-Thruxton/Track-SV650/Bored-Wife's Sprint ST	Love the X-11 so much that I have 2 of them. Super light, lots of vents and easily replaceable pads to make it fit like brand new once it's packed out. As for pin lock, not so much on the track. When I'm in a full tuck the top of the insert was directly in my line of sight. Disappointing since it should have made it so easy to swap from clear to smoked lenses. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-16-2010, 06:27 PM	#27
Michael Superbiker Joined: Jan 2010 From: Kenmore, WA I Ride: GS500E	Anyone tried using the feature that cracks open the visor via the lever to clear condensation? (http://www.shoei-helmets.com/support...leven_2003.pdf, page 4). I haven't had a chance to play with my X11 yet to see how/if it works. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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