NEW GEAR: Arai’s ‘80s-inspired Rapide lid.

It seems like all the big names in cool motorcycle kit are showcasing retro-inspired products for 2020 – and here’s one of our top picks; Arai’s new Rapide neo-retro helmet.

It taps into popularity of all things retro in the motorcycling world at the minute – taking obvious inspiration from the iconic Japanese factories lids from the 1980s. That means there are grill-style chin venting, an extra-rounded shell and some awesome graphics with the original Arai logo front and centre.

Of course, that old-school styling hides a thoroughly modern lid – with bang-up-to-date composite shell construction and a QD visor system.

No official news on pricing just yet – but we won’t have to wait much longer with UK distributor MotoDirect in the throes of showing off its full ranges for next year’s riding season. For more information, click HERE.