Shoei Qwest

Shoei Qwest is everything the RF-1100 and the X-12 should be and could be. Both of those helmets are, quite frankly, overpriced and overweight, but the Qwest is a marvel. The Qwest has the same or better build quality; the vents are less fussy; it's quieter; it's lighter and, best of all, it suppose to be priced cheaper here in Malaysia.

So what does Shoei do with this marvel of modern noggin protection?  They handicap it with a "Touring" label.  Ugh!  I can see the advertising byline now: "The Shoei Qwest. Too old for a Sportbike? We have the helmet for you!"

It's a conspiracy, Sportbike riders, and here's my theory: Shoei is doing this on purpose to steer you away from what is probably the best helmet in their lineup.  It's some type of weird reverse psychology marketing strategy...like calling a Durian a fruit. 

So, what's the score ??

The Overall Score - Shoei Qwest
Ok...	...and Emm...
Outstanding overall quality. Very comfortable liner and padding. Solid shell feel. Very good fit. Excellent face shield operation. Five-year warranty. Better value than the RF-1100.	Upper ventilation could be improved. Not as quiet as expected.