Scorpion EXO-1000 review -- Part4

Here's where all the gimmicks and geegaws cause a problem. Our Scorpion EXO-1000 in size XL weighs in at a whopping 1821grams (4 lbs., 0-1/4 oz.), which makes it #78 out of the 83 helmets we've reviewed at the date of publication.

In fact, this gives the <a href="http://www.x-ck.com" title="Scorpion exo-1000">Scorpion exo-1000</a> the very dubious distinction of being the heaviest full-face, non-modular helmet we've ever reviewed. The only helmets that are heavier are all modulars: the Schuberth C2; the Nolan N102; the Nolan X-lite X-1002; the KBC FFR; and the stupendously massive HJC FS-Max (Modular) at 1911 grams (all in size XL).

That's too heavy, and although I will say that the <a href="http://www.x-ck.com/categories/scorpion-helmets" title="Scorpion Helmets">Scorpion Helmets</a> does seem fairly well balanced so that the weight isn't riding up top, the mass can be felt when turning my head side-to-side.

I'd guess that the multiple intake vents, exhaust vents, internal sun shade, the HelmetPump inflatable cheekpad system and probably the Snell compliance have taken their toll.

Score: "Poor" to "Unacceptable", depending upon personal preference.