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I just bought an Arai Vector and wind noise is moderate with shield closed at speed and it fits my head type better than RX-7, RF-1000's, etc. I do have one complaint though, at 40mph and below the wind hiss is unbearable with the visor open. I can crack it halfway and it is fine, but who wants a horizon line in the middle of their horizon line? Know what I mean? Hasn't rained since I bought it so no comments there. I am going to note that aesthetics had a certain role here, too. There was a special matte black/metallic finish that helped win me over. Ultimately, it was the showroom fit and previous Arai product satisfaction that pointed me.
Before that I rode with a Shoei RF-1000 and I really liked that helmet. Ventilation was great. Wind noise was decent enough. Rode in the rain on more than a few mornings and can't remember a leak. Head fit was good, but could have been better. That is why I switched to the Arai Vector. IMHO, if the RF-1000 fits your head shape then I really think this is one of the better helmets for the price out there right now. My wife loves hers.
Other previous helmet was an Arai Signet/E and I also really liked that helmet. It fit my head very well, too. I don't think they make them anymore, though. Ventilation was not as good as the RF-1000, but good enough to ride in Sacramento summers. My favorite part about this helmet is that I could ride up to about 55mph with visor up without any horrible hissing sounds.
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