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install the transition lens and left
the peak in place since I wanted
to look the part on my ride, a
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R.
You'll also find inside the helmet
box a Pinlock anti-fog shield that
I also installed.
It's a little scary to start a
three-day tour wearing a brand-
new helmet that you've never
worn before, but luckily the
Krios fit my head perfectly and
I had no issues with comfort,
though I'm still on the fence
about that Fidlock strap closure
system it uses. Sometimes I
fumbled with it. Sometimes it
snapped together instantly. But
the release part is super simple
all the time compared to your
standard double-D rings. Over-
all, I was very impressed with the
Krios helmet regarding fit, feel
and performance. It was rela-
tively quiet and stayed planted
on my head at speed (and some
serious speed at times, I might
add), even with the visor mount-
ed in place. Plus, I like its look.
It was a little bit of a squeeze to
pull over my head but once in
place it was all good.
Get ready to pay a premium
price for this premium gear. The
Kodiak jacket sells for $1349.99
and the pants for $749.99. And
the Krios Pro helmet is priced
right up there with the big dogs
at $749.99, but it does come
with that wonderful $100-plus
transition lens. The Ridgeline
Boot sells for $229.99. This
boot, by the way, is ideal for
going on long walks in between
rides, which is perfect for
places like Yellowstone where
there are many sights that you
must walk to.
