Tour x4 vs shoei hornet

[rodooo]

Would like to know from anybody that has maybe owned both as to what one is better etc. any help really appreciated

 

[donkeh]

Would like to know from anybody that has maybe owned both as to what one is better etc. any help really appreciated

Would also be interested to hear any opinions.

The online reviews I have read, both commercial reviews and individual reviews seem to prefer the Arai.

 

[Aidan1150]

I haven't tried the Arai, but here are a few observations on the Hornet.

There are very few visor options compared to the Arai. I found it impossible to source a dark visor and had to get a tinted visor then fit the darkest pinlock which in fairness was a good enough solution.

The peak on my Hornet vibrates a little too, like the Arai, but I did what many here recommend and stuck a couple of wee adhesive lead weights on the under side of the peak which smooths out the vibes nicely.

Apart from that I really like the Hornet and after just over three years use am still very happy with it.

 

[Nutty]

I'd be interested in finding a Tour-X style helmet with a drop down sunshade, similar to the Schuberth. Does anyone make these?

 

[JohnnyBoxer]

Nolan x551 had it

 

[Flipfly]

I'd be interested in finding a Tour-X style helmet with a drop down sunshade, similar to the Schuberth. Does anyone make these?

The advantage of the peak is you don't need a sun visor

 

[Nutty]

The advantage of the peak is you don't need a sun visor

Nonsense.

 

[harry]

The peak on the Hornet is just a little shorter than the Tour-X and soley for

this reason I sold the Hornet and went back to the Arai.

Both are fine hats, the Arai is better for me.

 

[M1Tanker]

I just purchased the Arai Tour-X4. It just fit my head better. I added the Pinlock ProtecTint (http://www.pinlock.nl/en/products-2/pinlock-protectint/). So far it works as advertised. I am very pleased.

 

[Nutty]

I just purchased the Arai Tour-X4. It just fit my head better. I added the Pinlock ProtecTint (http://www.pinlock.nl/en/products-2/pinlock-protectint/). So far it works as advertised. I am very pleased.

Now that is a good idea How well does it work with the peak? Does it go from dark to light, and vice versa very quickly?

 

[M1Tanker]

Now that is a good idea How well does it work with the peak? Does it go from dark to light, and vice versa very quickly?

So far I have found that it works very well, even with the peak. It does seem to change dark to light and light to dark quickly.

I have also found that if I tuck down a little behind the screen of my GSA the peak is not a problem at autobahn speeds.

 

[Mark1892]

Liked the X4 but the Hornet doesn't feel much different. Got a good deal on the hornet which made the Arai £150 more expensive. That was the big deciding factor for me.

 

[rodooo]

Tour x feels really heavy to hold!!!!!

 

[popeyethesailor]

I bought a hornet and still have it but only use it for short local rides, I'm off to Scotland in 2 weeks and the shoei full face will be going with me, I just find the hornet vibrates my head just a little too much, looking back I would not buy a peak for road use, just my opinion

 

[oldnfat]

I have had both the Hornet and TX4. IMO the Hornet is much lighter and more comfortable BUT i couldn't get the earphones in for comms..so went for the TX3 which i found heavy but all day comfortable.

Sadly the TX3 bought it when we had a little off last year . The nice people from BMW insurance stumped up for a TX4 HOWEVER, after about 1000 miles of riding with it I gave up. The TX4 has different cheek pads over the 3 which have plastic inserts designed to curl under the jaw, providing a better fit. After about an hour the pain under my jaw bone becomes distracting to the point that I am now selling my pristine TX4.

So my advice is if you do go for a TX4 get a good long test ride first which I believe arai dealers allow. I should also point out that I got my plain white one for £349 from Ghost riders...a hell of a lot cheaper than list.

Hope this helps.

Cheers

 

[Lucky Steve]

if youre selling it what size is ur X4?

 

[Lucky Steve]

Vision,

How does everyone find the vision on a TX-4 as the shape of the visor is totally different from a normal full-face?

 

[oldnfat]

if youre selling it what size is ur X4?

Sorry mate...it is now sold.

Cheers

 

[Lucky Steve]

Hi mate what size is your TX4 that youre selling?

Cheers