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$500+

Arai XD4

Arai XD4

Arai’s XD-4 is the dual sport helmet benchmark by which all others are measured. A groundbreaking helmet when released back in 2012. Arai quality and craftsmanship is unbeatable. The XD4 is still a luxury helmet in it’s own right, but it is beginning to be overshadowed by competitor’s offerings at this price point and well below. MSRP: $599.95 AraiAmericas.com

-Pinlock shield and insert capable but not included 
-Removable peak but requires a screwdriver
-Snell 2015 and DOT approved
-Nine vents
-Emergency cheek pad removal tabs
-Ability to use goggles without removing the shield 
-Five year warranty
-Fit: intermediate oval 
-Weight: 1642 grams/ 3.61lbs (Size Large)

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 Touratech Aventuro

Touratech Aventuro Carbon

Touratech swung for the fences with the Aventuro and developed a great helmet with many unique features in the process. An impressive first offering into the dual sport helmet market that just might live up to it’s hearty price tag. MSRP: $649.00 Touratech-USA.com

-Pinlock ready shield with insert included
-Carbon fiber body to reduce weight and rider fatigue 
-Emergency cheek pad removal system
-Action camera mount surfaces on top and both sides
-Ability to extend visor 
-Quick Strap goggle capable with goggle strap lock as well
-3 modes (no tools required): Street, Dual-Sport and Off Road
-DOT and ECE certified
-Fit: neutral/slightly narrow 
-Weight: 1463 grams/ 3.22lbs (Size Large)

 Shoei Hornet X2

Shoei Hornet X2

The Hornet X2 has taken leaps and bounds forward in features and comfort from its predecessor. Shoei aimed to dethrone the XD4 in the high-end adventure touring market and some would say they suceeded. It does a great job in bridging the gap between off road riding and touring by being able to do both very well. MSRP: $603.99 Shoei-Helmets.com

-Pinlock ready shield with insert included
-Easy shield removal without having to remove visor
-Aerodynamic visor design minimizes wind buffering
-Tool free removal of the visor
-Configurations: Visor and Shield, Visor and No Shield and Shield with No Visor.
-Snell 2015 and DOT approved
-11 vents! (4 Intake/ 7 Exhaust)
-E.Q.R.S. Emergency Quick-Release System for removing cheek pads
-5 year warranty 
-Fit: Neutral/slightly narrow
-Weight: 1814 grams/3.99lbs (Size Large)

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