Helmets
Helmets
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NEW GEAR: Alpinestars’ RACE-READY Supertech M10 MX lid
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Alpinestars has just unveiled its all-new Supertech M10 helmet – after over five years of intensive study, development and testing. But best of all, it looks awesome. Right from the outset, Alpinestars set some specific objectives for its latest top-specification MX lid, as the iconic brand attempted to ‘create the most advanced, protective and performance…
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Warning from Arai about FAKE Arai helmets on sale
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Don’t go buying cheap Arai helmets from online auction sites without knowing exactly where and who they’re coming from – that’s the message sent out from helmet company Arai. The top helmet firm posted a message showing an Ebay page with what Arai Helmets UK says is a fake Arai RX-7RRS on sale for £106.99…
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Photosensitive visor from Shetters. CHANGES COLOUR dependant on weather.
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Shetters has created a photosensitive screen with a built-in microchip that’s able to darken and lighten in tenths of a second. Admittedly, these kind of photochromic visors have been kicking about for a few years now – but, previously, the technology hasn’t quite been up to scratch. The main problem was the time it took…
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PRODUCTS: Shark Spartan Helmet Review
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There’s so much I’ve grown to like about SHARK Helmet’s Spartan helmet, having appreciated its numerous qualities on each and every one of my journeys. Some people consider a helmet as just a legal necessity. But when you ride a bike for a living as I do, it can make the difference between having a…
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New carbon modular helmet from LS2 – the Vortex
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If you’re in the market for a new flip-front lid – check out LS2’s Vortex. It’s comes with a carbon fibre shell, Bluetooth connectivity and dual-homologation, meaning you can wear it open and closed. And best of all, it looks pretty stylish too. Made from 100% high-grade carbon fibre – the same material used in…
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Want to look like Deadpool? HJC unveils its latest Marvel lid – celebrating the release of Deadpool 2.
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Marking the release of the second Deadpool film – which tells the story of ex-special forces agent Wade Wilson – HJC has given its premium HJC RPHA 11 sports helmet a swanky new Deadpool paintjob. Looks cool, doesn’t it? Getting down into technical specifications, HJC’s RPHA 11 helmet is constructed from carbon fibre, aramid and…
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IOM TT 2018: Martin Jessop talks LS2 lids and the Lightweight TT
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Martin Jessop is a man on a mission. The 33-year old from Yeovil has been racing on track since 1999, but more recently he’s been making a name for himself on the roads circuit. And this week his sights are set on the top step of the podium at the Isle of Man TT… Jessop…
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VIDEO: Sena joins forces with DigiLens to produce augmented reality motorcycle helmets
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Augmented Reality HUD display manufacturer DigiLens has just announced it’ll be partnering up with Bluetooth-giant Sena, as it looks to build a range of motorcycle helmets with integrated audio-visual HUD systems. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4l78L01OuU Riding on around £45 million of investment – close to £20 million of which has come direct from Continental in Germany – DigiLens…
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PRODUCTS: Shark Explore-R Helmet Review
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Having worn Shark Helments for five years, experienced motorcycle journalist Chris Moss has a selection of lids from its range. But the Explore-R has become his ‘go to’ helmet, thanks to its excellent versatility and clever design… It can be converted from road to adventure/off-road spec via its quickly detachable visor and rapidly attached peak…
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Shoei unveils its 70s scrambler-styled EX-ZERO full-face lid
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Aimed at the growing scrambler and bobber scene, Shoei has just introduced its new retro-inspired open-face helmet – the EX-ZERO. The EX-ZERO is essentially a 70s scrambler lid, which takes advantage of the latest mod-cons to keep you safe out on the road (or dirt) – and it comes in three different outer shell constructions,…
