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Arai XD-4 Africa Twin Helmet Item # 677127
Description
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Offering three distinct configurations, allowing the user to choose which works best for their riding needs, the new XD4 is similar in appearance to the previous XD3, but greatly improved in all-around performance. The combination of the new comfort headliner, with microfitting 5mm peel-away temple pads, and our patent-pending FCS® cheek pad design, also with 5mm peel away layers, add a new dimension to the concept of helmet fit and customization. It takes a unique sense of commitment to continually strive to improve your product – especially when it's already regarded as the very best.
Features:
- New comfort headliner, with micro fitting 5mm peel away temple pads
- Fully removable/replaceable/washable Interior: Comfort head liner, Cheek pads, Chinstrap covers
- Dry-Cool® technology keeps you dry and cool for greater comfort
- Can be configured with shield and peak, peak only (for use with goggles) or shield only Fully
- Patent pending, New FCS® (Facial Contour Support) cheek pad design, also with a 5mm peel away micro fit feature
- New shell shape for better aerodynamic stability at higher street speeds
- New exhaust ports added to the top diffuser vents
- New chin vent with more intake ports
- Larger sculpted side cowl vents improve ventilation
- Snell M2015 approved
Part Numbers for Arai XD-4 Africa Twin Helmet
Reviews
Rated 4 out of
5
by
TRJ III from
Nice quiet lid for oval shaped heads
This is my third Arai, and I am happy with the fit and finish of it. For the money, I would like a better shield change mechanism, inner tinted visor, and better venting. The venting on the top is curiously complex and piddly. Make a single slide open and shut and be done with it. That being said, it has a great liner, I can fit speakers inside easily, and it is quieter than my bargain lid. But since it is 550 dollars MORE than the bargain lid, it bloody well better be.
Date published: 2016-06-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
ocpick from
Love this helmet!
This helmet is definitely an upgrade from all past helmets. I historically bought nothing but Bell because I could grab anything they make in a XXL and it would fit perfectly. Putting on the XD-4 for the first time was that and more. The fit was perfect and the removal layers was a bonus if needed. Definitely wear it awhile before pulling out foam to see how it settles in. Great air flow, quality build, everything I’d expect from a premium brand. My only complaint would be there is not enough length in the strap to loop through the double Ds and then snap to secure. Chubby face so I will split the difference with the Arai designer. The Klim was noticeably lighter but their ridged design on the interior put a pressure point just above my forehead. Looks like Arai is my new, go to, helmet……not a bad place to land.
Date published: 2021-09-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Scootermcrooter from
Post mortem review!
Don't worry, only the helmet is dead. I crashed hard last summer somewhere between Vernon and Merritt B.C. When I say somewhere I mean we were off track and in a hurry to get more lost!
So of course I caught an edge in the abandoned two track and went down hard. After a long dry summer the ground was like concrete.
My left hip hit first, then my shoulder and finally my Arai XD encased noggin.
My head hit hard with the increased velocity from the whiplash after everything eles had hit the ground and... when it did, before I went semi unconscious, I could actually hear the styrofoam crushing!
So yes all the bells and whistles are great. The D rings don't bother me and the flat screen is neutral.
But this helmet get 5 outa 5 for doing it's real job!
Date published: 2023-09-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Philipp from
So comfortable
I bought this helmet and month ago and I have to say that is the most comfortable and nicest helmet I ever had In my life 10/10
Date published: 2021-04-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Calin from
It looks and it is a solid helmet
It is the type of product that inspires quality from the moment you take it out of the box. It looks and it feels solid. A myrriad of air flow combination, the visor open and huts airtight with an assuring "click" plus it allows the use of goggles without removing it. I'm not a fan of "double D" securing strap, but that's the norm I guess. It feels tight when try it for the first time, but you have to allow break in time or you can adjust the thickness of the cheek pads by removing a layer of foam.
Date published: 2020-03-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Marty180 from
The best.
I bought this helmet based on its reputation for being the best adv and dual sport helmet. The only thing I don’t like is the high price tag. But as far a helmets go, it is light, comfy, well vented, good optically, quiet, and very high build quality. You get what you pay for. Very very nice off road helmet.
Date published: 2019-03-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
BenTrudeau from
Outstanding Quality
It simply fit like a gloves!..its like having a glove on your head! the overall Quality is simply phenomenal, now I know why Arai is way up there, just bought this Helmet to replace my 7 years old Schuberth C3 Helmet, about the aerodynamic feels pretty good actuallly better than my previous helmet, less buffeting!
Date published: 2019-01-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Ruka 27 from
il est très léger et confortable bonne ventilation
Date published: 2017-09-20
Questions
How is the sizing as compared to Bell helmets?
Different brands size their helmets differently, even within their own sub-models so we cannot answer the question. The XD4 is listed as an “Intermediate Oval”, possibly slightly narrower than a true intermediate oval helmet. However, the XD4 internal shape should fit the majority of head shapes because it’s more or less “Neutral”. Size chart is also accurate so we recommend going with the suggested size based on your head circumference.
Date published: 2023-09-22
Is this helmet true to its size or does it fit smaller or larger?
I have two of those helmets and they are true to their Size, Excellent Helmets.
Date published: 2024-06-05
Can a Transition shield OR pin lock be had for the CD-4?
Unfortunately, we no longer carry the anti-fog shield for the Arai XD-4 Helmet.
Date published: 2023-09-22
I was told when I bought the rather poor helmet I have now that sunvisors were hazardous on the highway because they get caught in the wind and pull your head back. This looks like a great helmet but I'm not sure about the visor. what are your thoughts?
Of course it catches some wind but it has enough space that it flows underneath the visor so it's really not that bad. Awesome helmet and if you don't like the visor you can take it off with 2 screws
Date published: 2017-03-01
Does the helmet have a pinlock shield available or as standard?
The Pinlock-Ready Shield can be purchased separately. Item # 267728.
Date published: 2019-02-13
What shell sizes does the XD4 come in? Do the L and XL have the same shell? Thanks
5 shell sizes. The only sizes that share a shell are size medium and large, but large and X-large have different shells.
Shell sizes:
XS, S, M-L, XL, XXL
Date published: 2024-06-05