Arai Tour-X5 helmet review - long-awaited adventure lid tested

After a 12-year wait, the latest version of Arai’s popular adventure helmet is here. The Tour-X5 is an update of the helmet that took Ewan and Charley around the world and launched the whole crossover phenomenon. Lots has changed in Arai’s design ethos over the last 12 years, and much of the progress is obvious in the Tour-X5. Rounder, safer, better vision, new ventilation options and slicker intercom compatibility lead the charge. And changing visors became a lot simpler as there’s no need to remove the peak to make that swap. We’ve worn the helmet on Spanish roads and trails, and experienced grotty British winter weather to bring you our comprehensive review of an important helmet for Arai.