Uploaded March 2017 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
See webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/pilot-st-17-helmet-review for the full review, photos and all the details.
See webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/pilot-st-17-helmet-review for the full review, photos and all the details.
![Hands-On Impressions of the VATA7 X1 Helmet Prototype [At VATA HQ]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lwMITqryn_U/mqdefault.jpg "Hands-On Impressions of the VATA7 X1 Helmet Prototype [At VATA HQ]
Jim analyzes the prototype X1 helmet to see whats coming from this promising new manufacturer. This hands-on video goes through the new VATA7 helmet in-depth, though the helmet he is handling is still a prototype.
VATA7 is a new US-based helmet company that will soon release its first batch of LED brake and turn-signal equipped carbon fiber helmets.
1.9lbs is the claimed weight along with ECE 22.06, DOT, and soon Snell and FIM certification.")
![Black Dog Cycle Works Ultimate Skidplate for the KTM 790 Adventure [Install + Review]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mI39-oZJDvg/mqdefault.jpg "Black Dog Cycle Works Ultimate Skidplate for the KTM 790 Adventure [Install + Review]
This is it! Were testing arguably the best skid plate in the world for the KTM 790 Adventure motorcycle.
Designed and made by hand at BDCW (Black Dog Cycle Works) in Sandpoint, Idaho, USA.
Kurt and Martha Forget are the proud business owners and designers of this aftermarket gear and were putting it to the test this year on Jims 2019 KTM 790 Adventure.
These 3/16 (4.76mm) thick, 5052 Aluminum skid plates dont come cheap at $349 USD, but Kurt gave us a break on the price to make this review happen. We appreciate that very much.
More to come on this once Jim has a chance to ride with it out in the field.")
