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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 . " 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
Concept-XE
RX-7V EVO ( FRHPhe-01 )
Quantic ' Robotik '
RX-7V EVO ' Maverick Star '
As it does every year , Arai has recently unveiled its Drudi Performance limited edition IOM TT helmet for 2023 .
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 ". 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 . " 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 ". " 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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