Arai

Dedication to protection

Arai marked its return to EICMA with new helmets, including the Concept-XE, the latest addition to the company's ECE R22-06 approved line-up. "The Concept-XE continues the standard set by the original Concept-X, combining sleek lines and an aggressive look with the well-known Arai comfort and protection".

The Japanese manufacturer also gave dealers a chance to sneak-a-peak at a prototype of its upcoming new adventure helmet. 

As it does every year, Arai has recently unveiled its Drudi Performance limited edition IOM TT helmet for 2023. 

"For sure, the new models and designs on display at our booth are what you can see and feel, but what you'll actually get is our dedication to protection. What is most important is what goes on behind the scenes, that which you don't see. That's why we continue to evolve head protection by making steadfast improvements wherever possible with stronger and smoother outer shells that excel in glancing off (impact management)".

In total, Arai unveiled 80 brand-new 2023 collection designs, and at the top of the pyramid the race- tested RX-7V RC is described as the "pinnacle of helmet technology. Painstakingly handbuilt - with meticulously master craftsman applied layers of carbon fibre to create a superb helmet in which all the Arai know-how, experience and years of development has been brought together".

Concept-XE

Quantic 'Robotik'

Meanwhile, the ECE R22-06 approved RX-7V EVO is Arai's state-of-the-art motorcycle racing helmet - "ECE R22-06 requires a much more stringent testing process than the previous R22-05 standard". New RX-7V designs for 2023 include the 'Misano', 'Samurai', JR65 Green or Red and 'Maverick Star'.

For FIM sanctioned events, the RX-7V EVO (FRHPhe-01) is the company's flagship model "with proven Arai protection combined with the ECE R22-06 approval, and now also with the addition of the FIM FRHPhe approval.

RX-7V EVO 'Maverick Star'

"For long distance riding, the ECE R22-06 'Quantic' slips through the air neatly and efficiently, wrapping its wearer in a cocoon of luxury, offering a fresh choice for riders that want the very best performance from a helmet - in terms of protection, comfort and ease of wear, day-in-day-out, with zero compromise". 2023 sees new Quantic 'Robotik' and 'Space' colourway/graphic combinations.

The ECE R22-06 'Concept-XE' has been designed to "recall the simple yet aggressive style of the 1980s. The Concept-X came from the heart of Arai R&D - a desire for old school cool, to fit a certain style and motorcycle, but with modern Arai performance". 

The SZ-R VAS features an advanced shell using Arai's VAS design, "improving the protection and glancing off ability in a critical area. It also has RX-7V diffuser technology and a superbly comfortable interior, ready to accept glasses".

RX-7V EVO (FRHPhe-01)

"The Tour-X4 is one of the most versatile helmets ever: adventure, grand touring or off-road, and without the peak looks pretty good on a naked bike too".

In terms of Adventure, "unusually, we have let a helmet out from behind the closed workshop doors of Arai R&D. The Tour-X4 has proved a hugely popular helmet in an extremely important and competitive sector, and the upcoming new adventure helmet prototype gives a preview of what is yet to come".

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