I am looking for feedback on two things:

1) Shark Explore - R helmets -

Anyone got one and what they compare to (felt quite claustrophobic when i tried one compared to a Schuberth C1 and HJC CLXs and Arai Tourx I have been using. felt like the fit was correct for my shape head, although the lining felt harder than the other helmets, which you mould into.
Only helmet I can find with a peak and visor, goggle compatible and tinted shade pin lock compatible.
whats it like when on the Tenere with all its quirks?

2) RST Adventure 2 Jacket.
Ive used my current Rukka Jacket since 2007, and its starting to ask for retirement. I have had a couple of other jackets in the past, and the quality was so very different they couldn't be compared. (Rukka was twice the price and lasted three times as long)
Anyone got any feedback on the RST Adventure jacket? I am particularly concerned about the outer layer getting soaked when it rains and the jacket becoming really cold when you're on a long slog.

Re - Helmet
I have a Shoei Hornet DS which fitted my head better than the Arai.
Spend at least twenty minutes in the shop with the helmet on.
I find, now that I have a go-pro attached to the top, it feels a bit draggy, but only at 80+mph

It's perfect for what you asked for. But does it fit your head?





Re - Jacket:
I'm going to give my vote to KLiM gear here.
I've had my Overland jacket for over a year now, ridden days where I've done 400 miles in the rain, all the way.
Not a bit of me had got wet. The jacket does not hold water, it just beads off.

It's a thin jacket with good venting, so layers are needed in winter, but my god, you'll never be cold or wet.

If I was to buy again, it would be the Latitude jacket, for more pockets and better venting.

This stuff is worth paying for.
I spend every day on my bike, every single day, and I'm so glad I spent the money on decent riding gear.
You won't regret it.

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Thanks McQuilt.

I am happy with fitting helmets, the Shark fits me fine, its just for a DS helmet the interior space is noticeably confined compared to my previous helmets. so was curious to know how warm it gets on summer days. Also the quality is an unknown to me, their neck warmer thinggy was an absolute joke and the joining really low quality

I was attracted to the various ways it can be set up. Ideally I wanted the visor, the peak and the tinted visor, but apparently you can't use the peak and the visor at the same time. The Goggles were a pretty cool touch, almost as sealed as the visor.

On the Jacket front, having owned My Rukka for over 6 years and using it to commute at least 3 days a week as well as longer jaunts I am a believer in their brand. they are expensive, and if I am going to spent �550 on a KLiM I may as well spend �800 on a replacement Rukka. I know that I will still be using the Rukka in another 5 years time.
Mine is starting to look a little tired, and a couple of teeth missing from a pocket zip, plus it doesn't have ventilation and a myriad of pockets.

I specifically like the RST because of the rear map pocket, built in water bladder pocket, Awesome ventilation options and many decent pockets. What I was trying to figure out is how does it stay warm in 8˚C rain when the waterproof layer is under the coat, surely that eventually gets drenched, You will be dry, but you will start really feeling the effects of wind chill factor?

Also what is their expected longevity?

In truth Ive recently brought a Richa typhoon Rain suit which i jump into when it starts to pour and thats been amazing.

hi,not sure on those brands,but I give my vote for agv ax 8 dual sport evolution, fits my large bonce a treat!..