Caberg Sintesi - Water water everywhere...

About 6 weeks ago I purchased the Caberg Sintesi from Helmet City, Tatsfield, Kent. The helmet and bluetooth kit, after a little negotiation, cost me

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AGV Motorcycle Helmet

AGV Motorcycle helmet buying guide. Reviews, tips and advice to help you buy your next AGV motorcycle helmet.

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Good Lid let down

I've owned Suomy Vandal lid for over 3 years, I believe it was one of the first to come to the UK. It's supremely comfortable and the cheek pads do come

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AGV K3 Review

I am a pillion and sit on the back of a Triumph Speed Four. The AGV K3 is an awesome lid, sits perfectly on the head as there is a lot of padding.

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Update to the Caberg Trip, the Caberg Konda

I ride a BMW R45 with windscreen, was really pleased with the Caberg Trip I purchased Jan 2009 until I had an accident with it in March 2009 but it survived

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Shoei Motorcycle Helmets Guide

Shoei Motorcycle Helmets Features and Best Sellers

Shoei Helmet Models

XR 1000
Multitec
Raid II

Shoei Helmets History

Shoei motorcycle helmets was founded by Eitaro Kamata in 1958, first exclusively producing helmets for the racing sector.

In 1960 Shoei helmets produced the first helmet to meet Japanese Industrial standards.

In 1965 Honda motors Co. adopted Shoei helmets as their genuine helmet brand.

Despite all their success and being a brand leader Shoei helmets is still a relatively small company with a global work force of under 500 people.

The Shoei Helmet Range

Shoei have a wide range of helmets to cater for all budgets.

Shoei Motorcycle Helmets Common Features

Pinlock visor
All Shoei helmets come fitted with a pinlock visor as standard. This prevents misting up of the visor.

Ventilation
The ventilation has intake vents to bring in cold air and exhaust vents to extract hot air. In the top of the line helmets they have 'Aero Vortex Ventilations'.

This V-shaped exhaust vent creates
a negative pressure ensuring warm air is expelled from the helmet.

Interior padding
A lot of time has been spent to ensure the padding in Shoei helmets is comfortable at speed and for long journeys. At the base of the helmet there are no over lapping parts to prevent wind noise and turbulence.

CX-1 Shield Visor
The Shoei CX-1 shield is not attached to the helmet via screws but instead is held in place by a spring loaded ratchet. This means that removal of the shield is quick and easy and also reduces wind noise as there are no side pods.

Other Features
Shoei motorcycle helmet company also offer a wide range of accessories to reduce wind noise and improve rider comfort. There are also 8 different visors in various tints.

Popular Shoei Motorcycle Helmets Models

1. Shoei Raid II

The Raid II is Shoei's entry level helmet.

Available in sizes XXS/XS/S/M/L/XL/XXL, this lid offers a great first helmet for day to day use. The Shoei Raid II comes in both plain colours and patterns so there is something for all tastes.

SHARP Safety Test Result

Raid II Helmet Owners Guide

The Shoei Raid II is a basic helmet but is great for everyday use. Some riders have found the vents hard to open and close whilst on the move while others think that this helmet doesn't offer enough protection on the back of the head, as it sits quite high up.

Shoei Specifications for this model

Number of shells 3
Shell Multi-composite and high performance organic fibre
Ventilation System Chin and brow vents with rear exhaust vents
Inside padding Removable and washable cheek pads
Visor Mist-retardant CX-1V pinlock visor
Weight 1,380g
Retention System (strap) Double D-ring

2. Shoei XR 1000

The Shoei XR1000 is a top line helmet and can

be used on both the road and track.

Available in sizes XXS to XXXL, this helmet is a great step up from the base model as it has superior venting and better padding

XR1000 Helmet owners guide

Most owners are very happy with the Shoei XR1000. The superior comfort and venting has left most owners impressed.
Some have said the helmet is a little on the noisy side with a high pitched whistling noise coming occasionally from the vents.

Shoei specifications for the XR1000

Shell Organic fibreglass, multi-composite and high performance organic fibre
Number of shells 4 shell sizes
Ventilation System Chin and brow vents with rear exhaust vents
Inside padding Detachable and washable Cheek pads
Visor Mist-retardant CX-1V pinlock visor
Weight 1,330g
Retention System (strap) Double D

3. Shoei Multitec

The Shoei Multitec is the only flip up helmet in the Shoei range. It is aimed at touring riders and is a great stylish helmet which still has the looks of a full face helmet.

Available in sizes XXS to XXL the Shoei Helmet multitec comes in several plain colours.

Specifications for the Shoei Multitec

Shell Organic fibreglass in various layers for a shock-absorbent shell with optimum rigidity
Number of shells 2 shell sizes
Ventilation System 6 inlet vents on the brow and chin
Inside padding Removable and washable pading
Visor Mist-retardant CX-1V pinlock visor
Weight 1,590g
Retention System Double D-ring

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