International Dealer News IDN 153 February/March 2020 | Page 48

PRO GuIDe eXTRA Arai 2020 Arai Concept-X - "Old School, minus the compromises" The Concept-X has an "aggressive retro style that harks back to the decade with attitude - for today's modern riders". Features include a new, strong, lightweight PB e-cLc shell material with hidden ventilation, an adjustable interior and VAS-VC mounting system. The smooth, round shell shape has been designed to slide across surfaces and glance-off obstacles and is reinforced with Arai's proprietary peripheral belt. A hidden multi-stage air channel provides an efficient ventilation flow and antimicrobial interior features adjustable cheek pads and temple pad for a custom fit. The VAS-VC visor system, with its retro mechanical look, further enhances glancing-off performance by lowering the visor pivot point to maximise a smooth upper shell. The peripherally belted e-Complex Laminate Construction (PB e-cLc) shell concept delivers lightweight strength. New materials have been used to substitute the AR-mat as middle layer for a substantial weight reduction, while maintaining the same strength as PB-cLc. It also employs Arai's Variable Axis System (VAS) which lowers the visor mounting position - this yields an average of an additional 24 mm across both temple areas, in pursuit of the ideal smoother shape that increases the shell's ability to glance-off energy. "The softer, one-piece Multi-Density EPS inner liner is a key part of our protection philosophy and designed to absorb and dissipate impact energy without excess 48 bulk." The sleek outer shell hides an internal ventilation system - cooling air feeds into the visor brow vents and is drawn through the comfort liner and out of three upper crown exhaust holes via a hidden multi-stage air channel within the EPS liner by the negative pressure created by the combined Venturi effect of the side exhaust ports and neckroll vent. Up front the six meshed slots close to demist and open for airflow. A VAS MAX Vision visor provides enhanced visibility in all conditions. The 3D latch system is borrowed from Arai's F1 helmet and secures the visor firmly but operates with a one finger operation - even with gloves. It's also Pinlock ready. Additional internal features include adjustable interior with Facial Contour System (FCS) and speaker pockets, Emergency Release System (ERS), and speaker pockets that offer room for mounting speakers without affecting comfort or fit. Positioned across the top of the eye port, it allows the use of a thinner, Multi-Density EPS liner which greatly enhances the upward field of view - especially appreciated in a full racing tuck! The Structural Net Composite adds a physical bond to the resin bond of the (many) layers of fibres; the latest 'Z-Mixture' resin increases material adhesion, requiring less resin for a stronger bond. The Variable Axis System (VAS) lowers the visor mounting position, providing an additional 24 mm across both temple areas. The rear spoiler optimises high-speed aerodynamic performance. Designed to 'fill-in' and smooth the aerodynamic flow between the helmet and the rider's suit hump, the rear spoiler is available in either clear or painted form. It's also designed to provide minimal resistance to impact forces (or impede glancing-off performance) as it simply breaks away. The interior has fully adjustable (and removable) 5 mm peel away cheek pads and temple crown pads. For an even better snug fit and enhancing comfort to the lower jaw, the Facial Contour System (FCS) works with a foam spring support in the cheek pad that compresses and rebounds, providing the necessary support without excessive pressure. The neck roll can also be removed. The Emergency Release System (ERS) makes helmet removal easier. SZ-V Open Face - "Open New Horizons" The RX-7V Racing - Make Faster, Easier Arai says that the RX-7V is "everything Arai knows about producing the ultimate competition-ready motorcycle helmet. "The strong, smooth and rounded R75 shape shell increases the important glancing-off performance. The VAS system means perfect fit and ventilation, and the RX-7V Racing goes one step further with an extra layer of technology. "An FIM approved aero kit improves the RX-7V's high- speed aerodynamic performance with no reduction in protection or glancing-off ability. It is expected to be approved soon by the FIM Racing Homologation Programme for helmets (FRHPhe-01) and ECE22.05 and comes with a 2D racing visor". Arai s proprietary peripheral belt (super fibre belt), borrowed from its F1 technology, maximises shell strength and flexibility while maintaining low weight. INTERNATIONAL DEALER NEWS - FEBRUARY/MARCH 2020 A "premium new open face for the urban professional with subtle, sophisticated appeal". Designed with day- in, day-out use and comfort first and foremost, with adjustable interior with efficient cooling and removable cheek pads and built-in speaker pockets and outer shell ready to mount a communication system. "While the SZ-V's subtle looks exude premium appeal (of course), its tough, lightweight outer shell - designed around VAS which lowers the visor mounting points - is built primarily to provide maximum protection in terms of impact energy absorption and glancing-off performance from the smooth, rounded R75 shape. The softer, one-piece Multi-Density EPS inner liner works in support of the shell to dissipate energy without excess bulk and the interior offers adjustability". The SZ-V is also designed to fit a communication system easily on the shell exterior and without any compromise to the EPS liner. ARAI HELMET (EUROPE) Hoevelaken, NETHERLANDS Tel: [phone] [email protected] www.araihelmet-europe.com www.idnmag.com